Strong's G4451 · Greek
πύρωσις
pýrōsis
Definition
ignition, i.e. (specially), smelting (figuratively, conflagration, calamity as a test)
KJV: burning, trial
Root / derivation: from G4448 (πυρόω);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered πύρωσις across 3 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
3 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Revelation2 verses
And the kings of the earth, who have committed fornication and lived deliciously with her, shall bewail her, and lament for her, when they shall see the smoke of her burning,
Revelation 18:18And cried when they saw the smoke of her burning, saying, What city is like unto this great city!
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G4451 (pýrōsis) mean?
ignition, i.e. (specially), smelting (figuratively, conflagration, calamity as a test)
How many times does G4451 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G4451 (πύρωσις) appears in 3 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “burning.”
How is pýrōsis translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G4451 is rendered as “burning” (2×), “trial” (1×).
Where does the Greek word πύρωσις come from?
from G4448 (πυρόω);