Strong's G3117 · Greek
μακρός
makrós
Definition
long (in place (distant) or time (neuter plural))
KJV: far, long
Root / derivation: from G3372 (μῆκος);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered μακρός across 5 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
5 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Luke3 verses
And not many days after the younger son gathered all together, and took his journey into a far country, and there wasted his substance with riotous living.
Luke 19:12He said therefore, A certain nobleman went into a far country to receive for himself a kingdom, and to return.
Luke 20:47Which devour widows’ houses, and for a shew make long prayers: the same shall receive greater damnation.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G3117 (makrós) mean?
long (in place (distant) or time (neuter plural))
How many times does G3117 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G3117 (μακρός) appears in 5 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “long.”
How is makrós translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G3117 is rendered as “long” (3×), “far” (2×).
Where does the Greek word μακρός come from?
from G3372 (μῆκος);