Strong's G3114 · Greek
μακροθυμέω
makrothyméō
Definition
to be long-spirited, i.e. (objectively) forbearing or (subjectively) patient
KJV: bear (suffer) long, be longsuffering, have (long) patience, be patient, patiently endure
Root / derivation: from the same as G3116 (μακροθυμώς);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered μακροθυμέω across 9 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
9 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Matthew2 verses
1 Corinthians1 verse
1 Thessalonians1 verse
James2 verses
Be patient therefore, brethren, unto the coming of the Lord. Behold, the husbandman waiteth for the precious fruit of the earth, and hath long patience for it, until he receive the early and latter rain.
James 5:8Be ye also patient; stablish your hearts: for the coming of the Lord draweth nigh.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G3114 (makrothyméō) mean?
to be long-spirited, i.e. (objectively) forbearing or (subjectively) patient
How many times does G3114 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G3114 (μακροθυμέω) appears in 9 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “patience.”
How is makrothyméō translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G3114 is rendered as “patience” (3×), “patient” (3×), “long” (2×), “Be” (1×), among other words.
Where does the Greek word μακροθυμέω come from?
from the same as G3116 (μακροθυμώς);