Strong's G2990 · Greek
λανθάνω
lanthánō
Definition
to lie hid (literally or figuratively); often used adverbially, unwittingly
KJV: be hid, be ignorant of, unawares
Root / derivation: a prolonged form of a primary verb, which is used only as an alternate in certain tenses;
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered λανθάνω across 6 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
6 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Hebrews1 verse
2 Peter2 verses
For this they willingly are ignorant of, that by the word of God the heavens were of old, and the earth standing out of the water and in the water:
2 Peter 3:8But, beloved, be not ignorant of this one thing, that one day is with the Lord as a thousand years, and a thousand years as one day.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G2990 (lanthánō) mean?
to lie hid (literally or figuratively); often used adverbially, unwittingly
How many times does G2990 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G2990 (λανθάνω) appears in 6 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “hid.”
How is lanthánō translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G2990 is rendered as “hid” (2×), “be” (1×), “hidden” (1×), “ignorant” (1×), among other words.
Where does the Greek word λανθάνω come from?
a prolonged form of a primary verb, which is used only as an alternate in certain tenses;