Strong's G4472 · Greek
ῥαντίζω
rhantízō
Definition
to render besprinkled, i.e. asperse (ceremonially or figuratively)
KJV: sprinkle
Root / derivation: from a derivative of (to sprinkle);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ῥαντίζω across 4 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
4 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Hebrews4 verses
For if the blood of bulls and of goats, and the ashes of an heifer sprinkling the unclean, sanctifieth to the purifying of the flesh:
Hebrews 9:19For when Moses had spoken every precept to all the people according to the law, he took the blood of calves and of goats, with water, and scarlet wool, and hyssop, and sprinkled both the book, and all the people,
Hebrews 9:21Moreover he sprinkled with blood both the tabernacle, and all the vessels of the ministry.
Hebrews 10:22Let us draw near with a true heart in full assurance of faith, having our hearts sprinkled from an evil conscience, and our bodies washed with pure water.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G4472 (rhantízō) mean?
to render besprinkled, i.e. asperse (ceremonially or figuratively)
How many times does G4472 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G4472 (ῥαντίζω) appears in 4 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “sprinkled.”
How is rhantízō translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G4472 is rendered as “sprinkled” (3×), “having” (1×), “sprinkling” (1×).
Where does the Greek word ῥαντίζω come from?
from a derivative of (to sprinkle);