Strong's G4165 · Greek
ποιμαίνω
poimaino · /poy-mah'-ee-no/
Definition
from 4166; to tend as a shepherd of (figuratively, superviser):--feed (cattle), rule.
KJV: feed (cattle), rule
Root / derivation: from 4166
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ποιμαίνω across 11 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
11 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Revelation4 verses
And he shall rule them with a rod of iron; as the vessels of a potter shall they be broken to shivers: even as I received of my Father.
Revelation 7:17For the Lamb which is in the midst of the throne shall feed them, and shall lead them unto living fountains of waters: and God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes.
Revelation 12:5And she brought forth a man child, who was to rule all nations with a rod of iron: and her child was caught up unto God, and to his throne.
Revelation 19:15And out of his mouth goeth a sharp sword, that with it he should smite the nations: and he shall rule them with a rod of iron: and he treadeth the winepress of the fierceness and wrath of Almighty God.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G4165 (poimaino) mean?
from 4166; to tend as a shepherd of (figuratively, superviser):--feed (cattle), rule.
How many times does G4165 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G4165 (ποιμαίνω) appears in 11 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “feed.”
How is poimaino translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G4165 is rendered as “feed” (4×), “rule” (4×), “cattle” (1×), “feedeth” (1×), among other words.
Where does the Greek word ποιμαίνω come from?
from 4166