Strong's G3180 · Greek
μεθοδεία
methodeía
Definition
travelling over, i.e. travesty (trickery)
KJV: wile, lie in wait
Root / derivation: from a compound of G3326 (μετά) and G3593 (ὁδεύω) (compare "method");
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered μεθοδεία across 2 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
2 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Ephesians2 verses
That we henceforth be no more children, tossed to and fro, and carried about with every wind of doctrine, by the sleight of men, and cunning craftiness, whereby they lie in wait to deceive;
Ephesians 6:11Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G3180 (methodeía) mean?
travelling over, i.e. travesty (trickery)
How many times does G3180 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G3180 (μεθοδεία) appears in 2 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “wait.”
How is methodeía translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G3180 is rendered as “wait” (1×), “wiles” (1×).
Where does the Greek word μεθοδεία come from?
from a compound of G3326 (μετά) and G3593 (ὁδεύω) (compare "method");