Strong's G2898 · Greek
κρανίον
kraníon
Number
G2898
Language
Greek
Original word
κρανίον
Transliteration
kraníon
KJV occurrences
4 verses
Definition
a skull ("cranium")
KJV: Calvary, skull
Root / derivation: diminutive of a derivative of the base of G2768 (κέρας);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered κρανίον across 4 verses.
skull3×
Calvary1×
Every occurrence (KJV)
4 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Matthew1 verse
Topics that use this word
Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G2898 (kraníon) mean?
a skull ("cranium")
How many times does G2898 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G2898 (κρανίον) appears in 4 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “skull.”
How is kraníon translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G2898 is rendered as “skull” (3×), “Calvary” (1×).
Where does the Greek word κρανίον come from?
diminutive of a derivative of the base of G2768 (κέρας);