Strong's G4291 · Greek
προΐστημι
proḯstēmi
Definition
to stand before, i.e. (in rank) to preside, or (by implication) to practise
KJV: maintain, be over, rule
Root / derivation: from G4253 (πρό) and G2476 (ἵστημι);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered προΐστημι across 8 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
8 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
1 Thessalonians1 verse
1 Timothy4 verses
One that ruleth well his own house, having his children in subjection with all gravity;
1 Timothy 3:5(For if a man know not how to rule his own house, how shall he take care of the church of God?)
1 Timothy 3:12Let the deacons be the husbands of one wife, ruling their children and their own houses well.
1 Timothy 5:17Let the elders that rule well be counted worthy of double honour, especially they who labour in the word and doctrine.
Titus2 verses
This is a faithful saying, and these things I will that thou affirm constantly, that they which have believed in God might be careful to maintain good works. These things are good and profitable unto men.
Titus 3:14And let ours also learn to maintain good works for necessary uses, that they be not unfruitful.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G4291 (proḯstēmi) mean?
to stand before, i.e. (in rank) to preside, or (by implication) to practise
How many times does G4291 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G4291 (προΐστημι) appears in 8 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “maintain.”
How is proḯstēmi translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G4291 is rendered as “maintain” (2×), “rule” (2×), “ruleth” (2×), “over” (1×), among other words.
Where does the Greek word προΐστημι come from?
from G4253 (πρό) and G2476 (ἵστημι);