Strong's G4651 · Greek
σκορπίος
skorpios · /skor-pee'-os/
Definition
probably from an obsolete skerpo (perhaps strengthened from the base of 4649 and meaning to pierce); a "scorpion" (from its sting):--scorpion.
KJV: scorpion
Root / derivation: probably from an obsolete skerpo (perhaps strengthened from the base of 4649 and meaning to pierce)
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered σκορπίος across 5 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
5 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Luke2 verses
Revelation3 verses
And there came out of the smoke locusts upon the earth: and unto them was given power, as the scorpions of the earth have power.
Revelation 9:5And to them it was given that they should not kill them, but that they should be tormented five months: and their torment was as the torment of a scorpion, when he striketh a man.
Revelation 9:10And they had tails like unto scorpions, and there were stings in their tails: and their power was to hurt men five months.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G4651 (skorpios) mean?
probably from an obsolete skerpo (perhaps strengthened from the base of 4649 and meaning to pierce); a "scorpion" (from its sting):--scorpion.
How many times does G4651 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G4651 (σκορπίος) appears in 5 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “scorpions.”
How is skorpios translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G4651 is rendered as “scorpions” (3×), “scorpion” (2×).
Where does the Greek word σκορπίος come from?
probably from an obsolete skerpo (perhaps strengthened from the base of 4649 and meaning to pierce)