Strong's G4722 · Greek
στέγω
stégō
Number
G4722
Language
Greek
Original word
στέγω
Transliteration
stégō
KJV occurrences
4 verses
Definition
to roof over, i.e. (figuratively) to cover with silence (endure patiently)
KJV: (for-)bear, suffer
Root / derivation: from G4721 (στέγη);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered στέγω across 4 verses.
could2×
forbear2×
Beareth1×
suffer1×
Every occurrence (KJV)
4 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
1 Corinthians2 verses
1 Thessalonians2 verses
Topics that use this word
Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G4722 (stégō) mean?
to roof over, i.e. (figuratively) to cover with silence (endure patiently)
How many times does G4722 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G4722 (στέγω) appears in 4 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “could.”
How is stégō translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G4722 is rendered as “could” (2×), “forbear” (2×), “Beareth” (1×), “suffer” (1×).
Where does the Greek word στέγω come from?
from G4721 (στέγη);