μόδιος

modios · /mod'-ee-os/

Number

G3426

Language

Greek

Original word

μόδιος

Transliteration

modios

Pronunciation

mod'-ee-os

KJV occurrences

3 verses

Definition

of Latin origin; a modius, i.e. certain measure for things dry (the quantity or the utensil):--bushel.

KJV: bushel

Root / derivation: of Latin origin

KJV usage breakdown

How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered μόδιος across 3 verses.

bushel3×

Every occurrence (KJV)

3 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.

Matthew1 verse

Matthew 5:15

Neither do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick; and it giveth light unto all that are in the house. a bushel: the word in the original signifieth a measure containing about a pint less than a peck

Mark1 verse

Mark 4:21

And he said unto them, Is a candle brought to be put under a bushel, or under a bed? and not to be set on a candlestick? bushel: the word in the original signifieth a less measure

Luke1 verse

Luke 11:33

No man, when he hath lighted a candle, putteth it in a secret place, neither under a bushel, but on a candlestick, that they which come in may see the light.

Topics that use this word

Conscience Parables Candlestick Sermon

Frequently asked questions

What does Strong's G3426 (modios) mean?

of Latin origin; a modius, i.e. certain measure for things dry (the quantity or the utensil):--bushel.

How many times does G3426 appear in the Bible?

Strong's G3426 (μόδιος) appears in 3 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “bushel.”

How is modios translated in the KJV?

In the KJV, Strong's G3426 is rendered as “bushel” (3×).

Where does the Greek word μόδιος come from?

of Latin origin