Strong's G4650 · Greek
σκορπίζω
skorpízō
Definition
to dissipate, i.e. (figuratively) put to flight, waste, be liberal
KJV: disperse abroad, scatter (abroad)
Root / derivation: apparently from the same as G4651 (σκορπίος) (through the idea of penetrating);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered σκορπίζω across 5 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
5 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Matthew1 verse
Luke1 verse
John2 verses
But he that is an hireling, and not the shepherd, whose own the sheep are not, seeth the wolf coming, and leaveth the sheep, and fleeth: and the wolf catcheth them, and scattereth the sheep.
John 16:32Behold, the hour cometh, yea, is now come, that ye shall be scattered, every man to his own, and shall leave me alone: and yet I am not alone, because the Father is with me.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G4650 (skorpízō) mean?
to dissipate, i.e. (figuratively) put to flight, waste, be liberal
How many times does G4650 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G4650 (σκορπίζω) appears in 5 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “abroad.”
How is skorpízō translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G4650 is rendered as “abroad” (2×), “scattereth” (2×), “scattered” (1×).
Where does the Greek word σκορπίζω come from?
apparently from the same as G4651 (σκορπίος) (through the idea of penetrating);