Strong's G4392 · Greek
πρόφασις
prophasis · /prof'-as-is/
Number
G4392
Language
Greek
Original word
πρόφασις
Transliteration
prophasis
Pronunciation
prof'-as-is
KJV occurrences
6 verses
Definition
from a compound of 4253 and 5316; an outward showing, i.e. pretext:--cloke, colour, pretence, show.
KJV: cloke, colour, pretence, show
Root / derivation: from a compound of 4253 and 5316
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered πρόφασις across 6 verses.
pretence3×
cloke1×
colour1×
shew1×
Every occurrence (KJV)
6 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Topics that use this word
Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G4392 (prophasis) mean?
from a compound of 4253 and 5316; an outward showing, i.e. pretext:--cloke, colour, pretence, show.
How many times does G4392 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G4392 (πρόφασις) appears in 6 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “pretence.”
How is prophasis translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G4392 is rendered as “pretence” (3×), “cloke” (1×), “colour” (1×), “shew” (1×).
Where does the Greek word πρόφασις come from?
from a compound of 4253 and 5316