Strong's G446 · Greek
ἀνθύπατος
anthýpatos
Definition
instead of the highest officer, i.e. (specially) a Roman proconsul
KJV: deputy
Root / derivation: from G473 (ἀντί) and a superlative of G5228 (ὑπέρ);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἀνθύπατος across 4 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
4 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Acts4 verses
Which was with the deputy of the country, Sergius Paulus, a prudent man; who called for Barnabas and Saul, and desired to hear the word of God.
Acts 13:8But Elymas the sorcerer (for so is his name by interpretation) withstood them, seeking to turn away the deputy from the faith.
Acts 13:12Then the deputy, when he saw what was done, believed, being astonished at the doctrine of the Lord.
Acts 19:38Wherefore if Demetrius, and the craftsmen which are with him, have a matter against any man, the law is open, and there are deputies: let them implead one another.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G446 (anthýpatos) mean?
instead of the highest officer, i.e. (specially) a Roman proconsul
How many times does G446 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G446 (ἀνθύπατος) appears in 4 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “deputy.”
How is anthýpatos translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G446 is rendered as “deputy” (2×), “country” (1×), “deputies” (1×).
Where does the Greek word ἀνθύπατος come from?
from G473 (ἀντί) and a superlative of G5228 (ὑπέρ);