Strong's G4416 · Greek
πρωτότοκος
prōtótokos
Definition
first-born (usually as noun, literally or figuratively)
KJV: firstbegotten(-born)
Root / derivation: from G4413 (πρῶτος) and the alternate of G5088 (τίκτω);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered πρωτότοκος across 9 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
9 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Matthew1 verse
Colossians2 verses
Hebrews3 verses
And again, when he bringeth in the firstbegotten into the world, he saith, And let all the angels of God worship him.
Hebrews 11:28Through faith he kept the passover, and the sprinkling of blood, lest he that destroyed the firstborn should touch them.
Hebrews 12:23To the general assembly and church of the firstborn, which are written in heaven, and to God the Judge of all, and to the spirits of just men made perfect,
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G4416 (prōtótokos) mean?
first-born (usually as noun, literally or figuratively)
How many times does G4416 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G4416 (πρωτότοκος) appears in 9 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “firstborn.”
How is prōtótokos translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G4416 is rendered as “firstborn” (7×), “begotten” (1×), “firstbegotten” (1×).
Where does the Greek word πρωτότοκος come from?
from G4413 (πρῶτος) and the alternate of G5088 (τίκτω);