Strong's G3148 · Greek
μάστιξ
mástix
Definition
a whip (literally, the Roman flagellum for criminals; figuratively, a disease)
KJV: plague, scourging
Root / derivation: probably from the base of G3145 (μασσάομαι) (through the idea of contact);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered μάστιξ across 6 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
6 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Mark3 verses
For he had healed many; insomuch that they pressed upon him for to touch him, as many as had plagues.
Mark 5:29And straightway the fountain of her blood was dried up; and she felt in her body that she was healed of that plague.
Mark 5:34And he said unto her, Daughter, thy faith hath made thee whole; go in peace, and be whole of thy plague.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G3148 (mástix) mean?
a whip (literally, the Roman flagellum for criminals; figuratively, a disease)
How many times does G3148 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G3148 (μάστιξ) appears in 6 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “plague.”
How is mástix translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G3148 is rendered as “plague” (2×), “plagues” (2×), “scourging” (1×), “scourgings” (1×).
Where does the Greek word μάστιξ come from?
probably from the base of G3145 (μασσάομαι) (through the idea of contact);