Strong's G472 · Greek
ἀντέχομαι
antéchomai
Number
G472
Language
Greek
Original word
ἀντέχομαι
Transliteration
antéchomai
KJV occurrences
4 verses
Definition
to hold oneself opposite to, i.e. (by implication) adhere to; by extension to care for
KJV: hold fast, hold to, support
Root / derivation: from G473 (ἀντί) and the middle voice of G2192 (ἔχω);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἀντέχομαι across 4 verses.
hold2×
fast1×
support1×
Every occurrence (KJV)
4 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
1 Thessalonians1 verse
Topics that use this word
Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G472 (antéchomai) mean?
to hold oneself opposite to, i.e. (by implication) adhere to; by extension to care for
How many times does G472 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G472 (ἀντέχομαι) appears in 4 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “hold.”
How is antéchomai translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G472 is rendered as “hold” (2×), “fast” (1×), “support” (1×).
Where does the Greek word ἀντέχομαι come from?
from G473 (ἀντί) and the middle voice of G2192 (ἔχω);