Strong's G4209 · Greek
πορφύρα
porphýra
Definition
the "purple" mussel, i.e. (by implication) the red-blue color itself, and finally a garment dyed with it
KJV: purple
Root / derivation: of Latin origin;
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered πορφύρα across 5 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
5 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Mark2 verses
Revelation2 verses
And the woman was arrayed in purple and scarlet colour, and decked with gold and precious stones and pearls, having a golden cup in her hand full of abominations and filthiness of her fornication:
Revelation 18:12The merchandise of gold, and silver, and precious stones, and of pearls, and fine linen, and purple, and silk, and scarlet, and all thyine wood, and all manner vessels of ivory, and all manner vessels of most precious wood, and of brass, and iron, and marble,
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G4209 (porphýra) mean?
the "purple" mussel, i.e. (by implication) the red-blue color itself, and finally a garment dyed with it
How many times does G4209 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G4209 (πορφύρα) appears in 5 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “purple.”
How is porphýra translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G4209 is rendered as “purple” (5×).
Where does the Greek word πορφύρα come from?
of Latin origin;