Strong's G472 · Greek
ἀντέχω
antechomai · /an-tekh'-om-ahee/
Definition
from 473 and the middle voice of 2192; to hold oneself opposite to, i.e. (by implication) adhere to; by extension to care for:--hold fast, hold to, support.
KJV: hold fast, hold to, support
Root / derivation: from 473 and the middle voice of 2192
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἀντέχω across 4 verses.
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 (antechomai) mean?
from 473 and the middle voice of 2192; to hold oneself opposite to, i.e. (by implication) adhere to; by extension to care for:--hold fast, hold to, support.
How many times does G472 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G472 (ἀντέχω) appears in 4 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “hold.”
How is antechomai translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G472 is rendered as “hold” (2×), “fast” (1×), “support” (1×).
Where does the Greek word ἀντέχω come from?
from 473 and the middle voice of 2192