Strong's G4693 · Greek
σπήλαιον
spelaion · /spay'-lah-yon/
Number
G4693
Language
Greek
Original word
σπήλαιον
Transliteration
spelaion
Pronunciation
spay'-lah-yon
KJV occurrences
6 verses
Definition
neuter of a presumed derivative of speos (a grotto); a cavern; by implication, a hiding-place or resort:--cave, den.
KJV: cave, den
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered σπήλαιον across 6 verses.
den3×
dens2×
cave1×
Every occurrence (KJV)
6 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Topics that use this word
Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G4693 (spelaion) mean?
neuter of a presumed derivative of speos (a grotto); a cavern; by implication, a hiding-place or resort:--cave, den.
How many times does G4693 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G4693 (σπήλαιον) appears in 6 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “den.”
How is spelaion translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G4693 is rendered as “den” (3×), “dens” (2×), “cave” (1×).