Strong's G3990 · Greek
πελεκίζω
pelekízō
Number
G3990
Language
Greek
Original word
πελεκίζω
Transliteration
pelekízō
KJV occurrences
1 verse
Definition
to chop off (the head), i.e. truncate
KJV: behead
Root / derivation: from a derivative of G4141 (πλήσσω) (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 (pelekízō) mean?
to chop off (the head), i.e. truncate
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 pelekízō 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 G4141 (πλήσσω) (meaning an axe);