Strong's G4255 · Greek
προαιρέομαι
proairéomai
Number
G4255
Language
Greek
Original word
προαιρέομαι
Transliteration
proairéomai
KJV occurrences
1 verse
Definition
to choose for oneself before another thing (prefer), i.e. (by implication) to propose (intend)
KJV: purpose
Root / derivation: from G4253 (πρό) and G138 (αἱρέομαι);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered προαιρέομαι across 1 verse.
purposeth1×
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 G4255 (proairéomai) mean?
to choose for oneself before another thing (prefer), i.e. (by implication) to propose (intend)
How many times does G4255 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G4255 (προαιρέομαι) appears in 1 verse of the King James Version, most often translated “purposeth.”
How is proairéomai translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G4255 is rendered as “purposeth” (1×).
Where does the Greek word προαιρέομαι come from?
from G4253 (πρό) and G138 (αἱρέομαι);