Strong's G4686 · Greek
σπεῖρα
speîra
Definition
a coil (spira, "spire"), i.e. (figuratively) a mass of men (a Roman military cohort; also (by analogy) a squad of Levitical janitors)
KJV: band
Root / derivation: of immediate Latin origin, but ultimately a derivative of G138 (αἱρέομαι) in the sense of its cognate G1507 (εἱλίσσω);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered σπεῖρα across 7 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
7 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
John2 verses
Acts3 verses
There was a certain man in Cesarea called Cornelius, a centurion of the band called the Italian band,
Acts 21:31And as they went about to kill him, tidings came unto the chief captain of the band, that all Jerusalem was in an uproar.
Acts 27:1And when it was determined that we should sail into Italy, they delivered Paul and certain other prisoners unto one named Julius, a centurion of Augustus’ band.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G4686 (speîra) mean?
a coil (spira, "spire"), i.e. (figuratively) a mass of men (a Roman military cohort; also (by analogy) a squad of Levitical janitors)
How many times does G4686 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G4686 (σπεῖρα) appears in 7 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “band.”
How is speîra translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G4686 is rendered as “band” (7×).
Where does the Greek word σπεῖρα come from?
of immediate Latin origin, but ultimately a derivative of G138 (αἱρέομαι) in the sense of its cognate G1507 (εἱλίσσω);