Strong's G4476 · Greek
ῥαφίς
rhaphís
Number
G4476
Language
Greek
Original word
ῥαφίς
Transliteration
rhaphís
KJV occurrences
3 verses
Definition
perhaps rather akin to the base of G4474 (ῥαπίζω) through the idea of puncturing); a needle
KJV: needle
Root / derivation: from a primary (to sew;
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ῥαφίς across 3 verses.
needle2×
needle's1×
Every occurrence (KJV)
3 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Topics that use this word
Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G4476 (rhaphís) mean?
perhaps rather akin to the base of G4474 (ῥαπίζω) through the idea of puncturing); a needle
How many times does G4476 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G4476 (ῥαφίς) appears in 3 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “needle.”
How is rhaphís translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G4476 is rendered as “needle” (2×), “needle's” (1×).
Where does the Greek word ῥαφίς come from?
from a primary (to sew;