Strong's G3429 · Greek
μοιχάω
moicháō
Definition
(middle voice) to commit adultery
KJV: commit adultery
Root / derivation: from G3432 (μοιχός);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered μοιχάω across 4 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
4 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Matthew2 verses
But I say unto you, That whosoever shall put away his wife, saving for the cause of fornication, causeth her to commit adultery: and whosoever shall marry her that is divorced committeth adultery.
Matthew 19:9And I say unto you, Whosoever shall put away his wife, except it be for fornication, and shall marry another, committeth adultery: and whoso marrieth her which is put away doth commit adultery.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G3429 (moicháō) mean?
(middle voice) to commit adultery
How many times does G3429 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G3429 (μοιχάω) appears in 4 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “adultery.”
How is moicháō translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G3429 is rendered as “adultery” (6×).
Where does the Greek word μοιχάω come from?
from G3432 (μοιχός);