Strong's G4579 · Greek
σείω
seio · /si'-o/
Definition
apparently a primary verb; to rock (vibrate, properly, sideways or to and fro), i.e. (generally) to agitate (in any direction; cause to tremble); figuratively, to throw into a tremor (of fear or concern):--move, quake, shake.
KJV: move, quake, shake
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered σείω across 5 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
5 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Matthew3 verses
And when he was come into Jerusalem, all the city was moved, saying, Who is this?
Matthew 27:51And, behold, the veil of the temple was rent in twain from the top to the bottom; and the earth did quake, and the rocks rent;
Matthew 28:4And for fear of him the keepers did shake, and became as dead men.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G4579 (seio) mean?
apparently a primary verb; to rock (vibrate, properly, sideways or to and fro), i.e. (generally) to agitate (in any direction; cause to tremble); figuratively, to throw into a tremor (of fear or concern):--move, quake, shake.
How many times does G4579 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G4579 (σείω) appears in 5 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “shake.”
How is seio translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G4579 is rendered as “shake” (2×), “moved” (1×), “quake” (1×), “shaken” (1×).