Strong's G3984 · Greek
πεῖρα
peira · /pi'-rah/
Number
G3984
Language
Greek
Original word
πεῖρα
Transliteration
peira
Pronunciation
pi'-rah
KJV occurrences
2 verses
Definition
from the base of 4008 (through the idea of piercing); a test, i.e. attempt, experience:--assaying, trial.
KJV: assaying, trial
Root / derivation: from the base of 4008 (through the idea of piercing)
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered πεῖρα across 2 verses.
assaying1×
trial1×
Every occurrence (KJV)
2 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Topics that use this word
Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G3984 (peira) mean?
from the base of 4008 (through the idea of piercing); a test, i.e. attempt, experience:--assaying, trial.
How many times does G3984 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G3984 (πεῖρα) appears in 2 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “assaying.”
How is peira translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G3984 is rendered as “assaying” (1×), “trial” (1×).
Where does the Greek word πεῖρα come from?
from the base of 4008 (through the idea of piercing)