Strong's G3980 · Greek
πειθαρχέω
peitharcheo · /pi-tharkh-eh'-o/
Definition
from a compound of 3982 and 757; to be persuaded by a ruler, i.e. (genitive case) to submit to authority; by analogy, to conform to advice:--hearken, obey (magistrates).
KJV: hearken, obey (magistrates)
Root / derivation: from a compound of 3982 and 757
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered πειθαρχέω across 4 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
4 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Acts3 verses
Then Peter and the other apostles answered and said, We ought to obey God rather than men.
Acts 5:32And we are his witnesses of these things; and so is also the Holy Ghost, whom God hath given to them that obey him.
Acts 27:21But after long abstinence Paul stood forth in the midst of them, and said, Sirs, ye should have hearkened unto me, and not have loosed from Crete, and to have gained this harm and loss.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G3980 (peitharcheo) mean?
from a compound of 3982 and 757; to be persuaded by a ruler, i.e. (genitive case) to submit to authority; by analogy, to conform to advice:--hearken, obey (magistrates).
How many times does G3980 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G3980 (πειθαρχέω) appears in 4 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “obey.”
How is peitharcheo translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G3980 is rendered as “obey” (2×), “hearkened” (1×), “magistrates” (1×).
Where does the Greek word πειθαρχέω come from?
from a compound of 3982 and 757