Strong's G3122 · Greek
μάλιστα
malista · /mal'-is-tah/
Definition
neuter plural of the superlative of an apparently primary adverb mala (very); (adverbially) most (in the greatest degree) or particularly:--chiefly, most of all, (e-)specially.
KJV: chiefly, most of all, (e-)specially
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered μάλιστα across 11 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
11 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Acts3 verses
Sorrowing most of all for the words which he spake, that they should see his face no more. And they accompanied him unto the ship.
Acts 25:26Of whom I have no certain thing to write unto my lord. Wherefore I have brought him forth before you, and specially before thee, O king Agrippa, that, after examination had, I might have somewhat to write.
Acts 26:3Especially because I know thee to be expert in all customs and questions which are among the Jews: wherefore I beseech thee to hear me patiently.
Philippians1 verse
1 Timothy3 verses
For therefore we both labour and suffer reproach, because we trust in the living God, who is the Saviour of all men, specially of those that believe.
1 Timothy 5:8But if any provide not for his own, and specially for those of his own house, he hath denied the faith, and is worse than an infidel. house: or, kindred
1 Timothy 5:17Let the elders that rule well be counted worthy of double honour, especially they who labour in the word and doctrine.
2 Timothy1 verse
Titus1 verse
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G3122 (malista) mean?
neuter plural of the superlative of an apparently primary adverb mala (very); (adverbially) most (in the greatest degree) or particularly:--chiefly, most of all, (e-)specially.
How many times does G3122 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G3122 (μάλιστα) appears in 11 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “specially.”
How is malista translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G3122 is rendered as “specially” (5×), “especially” (3×), “chiefly” (2×), “all” (1×).