Strong's G4388 · Greek
προτίθεμαι
protíthemai
Definition
to place before, i.e. (for oneself) to exhibit; (to oneself) to propose (determine)
KJV: purpose, set forth
Root / derivation: middle voice from G4253 (πρό) and G5087 (τίθημι);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered προτίθεμαι across 3 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
3 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Romans2 verses
Now I would not have you ignorant, brethren, that oftentimes I purposed to come unto you, (but was let hitherto,) that I might have some fruit among you also, even as among other Gentiles.
Romans 3:25Whom God hath set forth to be a propitiation through faith in his blood, to declare his righteousness for the remission of sins that are past, through the forbearance of God;
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G4388 (protíthemai) mean?
to place before, i.e. (for oneself) to exhibit; (to oneself) to propose (determine)
How many times does G4388 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G4388 (προτίθεμαι) appears in 3 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “purposed.”
How is protíthemai translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G4388 is rendered as “purposed” (2×), “forth” (1×).
Where does the Greek word προτίθεμαι come from?
middle voice from G4253 (πρό) and G5087 (τίθημι);