Strong's Concordance/Greek/G3887

Strong's G3887 · Greek

παραμένω

paraménō

Number
G3887
Language
Greek
Original word
παραμένω
Transliteration
paraménō
KJV occurrences
3 verses

Definition

to stay near, i.e. remain (literally, tarry; or figuratively, be permanent, persevere)

KJV: abide, continue

Root / derivation: from G3844 (παρά) and G3306 (μένω);

KJV usage breakdown

How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered παραμένω across 3 verses.

abide1×
continue1×
continueth1×

Every occurrence (KJV)

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

Topics that use this word

Frequently asked questions

What does Strong's G3887 (paraménō) mean?

to stay near, i.e. remain (literally, tarry; or figuratively, be permanent, persevere)

How many times does G3887 appear in the Bible?

Strong's G3887 (παραμένω) appears in 3 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “abide.”

How is paraménō translated in the KJV?

In the KJV, Strong's G3887 is rendered as “abide” (1×), “continue” (1×), “continueth” (1×).

Where does the Greek word παραμένω come from?

from G3844 (παρά) and G3306 (μένω);