Strong's G3990 · Greek
πελεκίζω
pelekizo · /pel-ek-id'-zo/
Number
G3990
Language
Greek
Original word
πελεκίζω
Transliteration
pelekizo
Pronunciation
pel-ek-id'-zo
KJV occurrences
1 verse
Definition
from a derivative of 4141 (meaning an axe); to chop off (the head), i.e. truncate:--behead.
KJV: behead
Root / derivation: from a derivative of 4141 (meaning an axe)
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered πελεκίζω across 1 verse.
beheaded1×
Every occurrence (KJV)
1 verse use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Topics that use this word
Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G3990 (pelekizo) mean?
from a derivative of 4141 (meaning an axe); to chop off (the head), i.e. truncate:--behead.
How many times does G3990 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G3990 (πελεκίζω) appears in 1 verse of the King James Version, most often translated “beheaded.”
How is pelekizo translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G3990 is rendered as “beheaded” (1×).
Where does the Greek word πελεκίζω come from?
from a derivative of 4141 (meaning an axe)