ὀρχέομαι

orchéomai

Number

G3738

Language

Greek

Original word

ὀρχέομαι

Transliteration

orchéomai

KJV occurrences

4 verses

Definition

to dance (from the ranklike or regular motion)

KJV: dance

Root / derivation: middle voice from (a row or ring);

KJV usage breakdown

How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ὀρχέομαι across 4 verses.

danced4×

have2×

Every occurrence (KJV)

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

Matthew2 verses

Matthew 11:17

And saying, We have piped unto you, and ye have not danced; we have mourned unto you, and ye have not lamented.

Matthew 14:6

But when Herod’s birthday was kept, the daughter of Herodias danced before them, and pleased Herod.

Mark1 verse

Mark 6:22

And when the daughter of the said Herodias came in, and danced, and pleased Herod and them that sat with him, the king said unto the damsel, Ask of me whatsoever thou wilt, and I will give it thee.

Luke1 verse

Luke 7:32

They are like unto children sitting in the marketplace, and calling one to another, and saying, We have piped unto you, and ye have not danced; we have mourned to you, and ye have not wept.

Topics that use this word

Children Unbelief Amusements and Pleasures, Worldly Amusements and Worldly Pleasures Impenitence Jesus, The Christ Music Oath Prisoners Revenge

Frequently asked questions

What does Strong's G3738 (orchéomai) mean?

to dance (from the ranklike or regular motion)

How many times does G3738 appear in the Bible?

Strong's G3738 (ὀρχέομαι) appears in 4 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “danced.”

How is orchéomai translated in the KJV?

In the KJV, Strong's G3738 is rendered as “danced” (4×), “have” (2×).

Where does the Greek word ὀρχέομαι come from?

middle voice from (a row or ring);