Strong's G3693 · Greek
ὄπισθεν
opisthen · /op'-is-then/
Definition
from opis (regard; from 3700) with enclitic of source; from the rear (as a secure aspect), i.e. at the back (adverb and preposition of place or time):--after, backside, behind.
KJV: after, backside, behind
Root / derivation: from opis (regard
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ὄπισθεν across 7 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
7 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Matthew2 verses
Luke2 verses
Revelation2 verses
And before the throne there was a sea of glass like unto crystal: and in the midst of the throne, and round about the throne, were four beasts full of eyes before and behind.
Revelation 5:1And I saw in the right hand of him that sat on the throne a book written within and on the backside, sealed with seven seals.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G3693 (opisthen) mean?
from opis (regard; from 3700) with enclitic of source; from the rear (as a secure aspect), i.e. at the back (adverb and preposition of place or time):--after, backside, behind.
How many times does G3693 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G3693 (ὄπισθεν) appears in 7 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “behind.”
How is opisthen translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G3693 is rendered as “behind” (4×), “after” (2×), “backside” (1×).
Where does the Greek word ὄπισθεν come from?
from opis (regard