πλέκω

plékō

Number

G4120

Language

Greek

Original word

πλέκω

Transliteration

plékō

KJV occurrences

3 verses

Definition

to twine or braid

KJV: plait

Root / derivation: a primary word;

KJV usage breakdown

How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered πλέκω across 3 verses.

platted3×

Every occurrence (KJV)

3 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.

Matthew1 verse

Matthew 27:29

And when they had platted a crown of thorns, they put it upon his head, and a reed in his right hand: and they bowed the knee before him, and mocked him, saying, Hail, King of the Jews!

Mark1 verse

Mark 15:17

And they clothed him with purple, and platted a crown of thorns, and put it about his head,

John1 verse

John 19:2

And the soldiers platted a crown of thorns, and put it on his head, and they put on him a purple robe,

Topics that use this word

Thorn Soldiers Courts of Justice Death of Christ, the Persecution Punishments Reed Salutations Scorning and Mocking Treason

Frequently asked questions

What does Strong's G4120 (plékō) mean?

to twine or braid

How many times does G4120 appear in the Bible?

Strong's G4120 (πλέκω) appears in 3 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “platted.”

How is plékō translated in the KJV?

In the KJV, Strong's G4120 is rendered as “platted” (3×).

Where does the Greek word πλέκω come from?

a primary word;