Strong's G2827 · Greek
κλίνω
klínō
Definition
to slant or slope, i.e. incline or recline (literally or figuratively)
KJV: bow (down), be far spent, lay, turn to flight, wear away
Root / derivation: a primary verb;
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered κλίνω across 7 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
7 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Luke4 verses
And when the day began to wear away, then came the twelve, and said unto him, Send the multitude away, that they may go into the towns and country round about, and lodge, and get victuals: for we are here in a desert place.
Luke 9:58And Jesus said unto him, Foxes have holes, and birds of the air have nests; but the Son of man hath not where to lay his head.
Luke 24:5And as they were afraid, and bowed down their faces to the earth, they said unto them, Why seek ye the living among the dead?
Luke 24:29But they constrained him, saying, Abide with us: for it is toward evening, and the day is far spent. And he went in to tarry with them.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G2827 (klínō) mean?
to slant or slope, i.e. incline or recline (literally or figuratively)
How many times does G2827 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G2827 (κλίνω) appears in 7 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “lay.”
How is klínō translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G2827 is rendered as “lay” (2×), “away” (1×), “bowed” (1×), “down” (1×), among other words.
Where does the Greek word κλίνω come from?
a primary verb;