Strong's G4692 · Greek
σπεύδω
speúdō
Definition
to "speed" ("study"), i.e. urge on (diligently or earnestly); by implication, to await eagerly
KJV: (make, with) haste unto
Root / derivation: probably strengthened from G4228 (πούς);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered σπεύδω across 6 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
6 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Luke3 verses
And they came with haste, and found Mary, and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger.
Luke 19:5And when Jesus came to the place, he looked up, and saw him, and said unto him, Zaccheus, make haste, and come down; for to day I must abide at thy house.
Luke 19:6And he made haste, and came down, and received him joyfully.
Acts2 verses
For Paul had determined to sail by Ephesus, because he would not spend the time in Asia: for he hasted, if it were possible for him, to be at Jerusalem the day of Pentecost.
Acts 22:18And saw him saying unto me, Make haste, and get thee quickly out of Jerusalem: for they will not receive thy testimony concerning me.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G4692 (speúdō) mean?
to "speed" ("study"), i.e. urge on (diligently or earnestly); by implication, to await eagerly
How many times does G4692 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G4692 (σπεύδω) appears in 6 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “haste.”
How is speúdō translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G4692 is rendered as “haste” (4×), “hasted” (1×), “hasting” (1×).
Where does the Greek word σπεύδω come from?
probably strengthened from G4228 (πούς);