Strong's G4769 · Greek
στῦλος
stŷlos
Definition
properly akin to the base of G2476 (ἵστημι)); a post ("style"), i.e. (figuratively) support
KJV: pillar
Root / derivation: from (to stiffen;
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered στῦλος across 4 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
4 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Revelation2 verses
Him that overcometh will I make a pillar in the temple of my God, and he shall go no more out: and I will write upon him the name of my God, and the name of the city of my God, which is new Jerusalem, which cometh down out of heaven from my God: and I will write upon him my new name.
Revelation 10:1And I saw another mighty angel come down from heaven, clothed with a cloud: and a rainbow was upon his head, and his face was as it were the sun, and his feet as pillars of fire:
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G4769 (stŷlos) mean?
properly akin to the base of G2476 (ἵστημι)); a post ("style"), i.e. (figuratively) support
How many times does G4769 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G4769 (στῦλος) appears in 4 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “pillar.”
How is stŷlos translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G4769 is rendered as “pillar” (2×), “pillars” (2×).
Where does the Greek word στῦλος come from?
from (to stiffen;