Strong's G2979 · Greek
λακτίζω
laktízō
Definition
to recalcitrate
KJV: kick
Root / derivation: from adverb (heelwise);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered λακτίζω across 2 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
2 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Acts2 verses
And he said, Who art thou, Lord? And the Lord said, I am Jesus whom thou persecutest: it is hard for thee to kick against the pricks.
Acts 26:14And when we were all fallen to the earth, I heard a voice speaking unto me, and saying in the Hebrew tongue, Saul, Saul, why persecutest thou me? it is hard for thee to kick against the pricks.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G2979 (laktízō) mean?
to recalcitrate
How many times does G2979 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G2979 (λακτίζω) appears in 2 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “kick.”
How is laktízō translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G2979 is rendered as “kick” (2×).
Where does the Greek word λακτίζω come from?
from adverb (heelwise);