Strong's G3968 · Greek
πατρίς
patris · /pat-rece'/
Definition
from 3902; a father-land, i.e. native town; (figuratively) heavenly home:--(own) country.
KJV: (own) country
Root / derivation: from 3902
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered πατρίς across 8 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
8 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Matthew2 verses
And when he was come into his own country, he taught them in their synagogue, insomuch that they were astonished, and said, Whence hath this man this wisdom, and these mighty works?
Matthew 13:57And they were offended in him. But Jesus said unto them, A prophet is not without honour, save in his own country, and in his own house.
Mark2 verses
Luke2 verses
Topics that use this word
Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G3968 (patris) mean?
from 3902; a father-land, i.e. native town; (figuratively) heavenly home:--(own) country.
How many times does G3968 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G3968 (πατρίς) appears in 8 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “country.”
How is patris translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G3968 is rendered as “country” (8×).
Where does the Greek word πατρίς come from?
from 3902