Strong's G3819 · Greek
πάλαι
pálai
Definition
(adverbially) formerly, or (by relatively) sometime since; (elliptically as adjective) ancient
KJV: any while, a great while ago, (of) old, in time past
Root / derivation: probably another form for G3825 (πάλιν) (through the idea of retrocession);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered πάλαι across 5 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
5 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Hebrews1 verse
Topics that use this word
Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G3819 (pálai) mean?
(adverbially) formerly, or (by relatively) sometime since; (elliptically as adjective) ancient
How many times does G3819 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G3819 (πάλαι) appears in 5 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “old.”
How is pálai translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G3819 is rendered as “old” (2×), “ago” (1×), “past” (1×), “while” (1×).
Where does the Greek word πάλαι come from?
probably another form for G3825 (πάλιν) (through the idea of retrocession);