Strong's G3549 · Greek
νομοθετέω
nomothetéō
Definition
to legislate, i.e. (passively) to have (the Mosaic) enactments injoined, be sanctioned (by them)
KJV: establish, receive the law
Root / derivation: from G3550 (νομοθέτης);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered νομοθετέω across 2 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
2 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Hebrews2 verses
If therefore perfection were by the Levitical priesthood, (for under it the people received the law,) what further need was there that another priest should rise after the order of Melchisedec, and not be called after the order of Aaron?
Hebrews 8:6But now hath he obtained a more excellent ministry, by how much also he is the mediator of a better covenant, which was established upon better promises.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G3549 (nomothetéō) mean?
to legislate, i.e. (passively) to have (the Mosaic) enactments injoined, be sanctioned (by them)
How many times does G3549 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G3549 (νομοθετέω) appears in 2 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “established.”
How is nomothetéō translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G3549 is rendered as “established” (1×), “law” (1×).
Where does the Greek word νομοθετέω come from?
from G3550 (νομοθέτης);