Strong's G3454 · Greek
μῦθος
mŷthos
Number
G3454
Language
Greek
Original word
μῦθος
Transliteration
mŷthos
KJV occurrences
5 verses
Definition
a tale, i.e. fiction ("myth")
KJV: fable
Root / derivation: perhaps from the same as G3453 (μυέω) (through the idea of tuition);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered μῦθος across 5 verses.
fables5×
Every occurrence (KJV)
5 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
1 Timothy2 verses
2 Timothy1 verse
Titus1 verse
Topics that use this word
Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G3454 (mŷthos) mean?
a tale, i.e. fiction ("myth")
How many times does G3454 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G3454 (μῦθος) appears in 5 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “fables.”
How is mŷthos translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G3454 is rendered as “fables” (5×).
Where does the Greek word μῦθος come from?
perhaps from the same as G3453 (μυέω) (through the idea of tuition);