Strong's G4439 · Greek
πύλη
pule · /poo'-lay/
Definition
apparently a primary word; a gate, i.e. the leaf or wing of a folding entrance (literally or figuratively):--gate.
KJV: gate
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered πύλη across 9 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
9 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Matthew3 verses
Enter ye in at the strait gate: for wide is the gate, and broad is the way, that leadeth to destruction, and many there be which go in thereat: strait: or, narrow
Matthew 7:14Because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it. Because: or, How
Matthew 16:18And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. Peter: this name signifies a rock
Luke2 verses
Now when he came nigh to the gate of the city, behold, there was a dead man carried out, the only son of his mother, and she was a widow: and much people of the city was with her.
Luke 13:24Strive to enter in at the strait gate: for many, I say unto you, will seek to enter in, and shall not be able.
Acts3 verses
And they knew that it was he which sat for alms at the Beautiful gate of the temple: and they were filled with wonder and amazement at that which had happened unto him.
Acts 9:24But their laying await was known of Saul. And they watched the gates day and night to kill him.
Acts 12:10When they were past the first and the second ward, they came unto the iron gate that leadeth unto the city; which opened to them of his own accord: and they went out, and passed on through one street; and forthwith the angel departed from him.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G4439 (pule) mean?
apparently a primary word; a gate, i.e. the leaf or wing of a folding entrance (literally or figuratively):--gate.
How many times does G4439 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G4439 (πύλη) appears in 9 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “gate.”
How is pule translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G4439 is rendered as “gate” (8×), “gates” (2×).