Strong's G4950 · Greek
σύρτις
sýrtis
Number
G4950
Language
Greek
Original word
σύρτις
Transliteration
sýrtis
KJV occurrences
1 verse
Definition
a shoal (from the sand drawn thither by the waves), i.e. the Syrtis Major or great bay on the north coast of Africa
KJV: quicksands
Root / derivation: from G4951 (σύρω);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered σύρτις across 1 verse.
quicksands1×
Every occurrence (KJV)
1 verse use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Topics that use this word
Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G4950 (sýrtis) mean?
a shoal (from the sand drawn thither by the waves), i.e. the Syrtis Major or great bay on the north coast of Africa
How many times does G4950 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G4950 (σύρτις) appears in 1 verse of the King James Version, most often translated “quicksands.”
How is sýrtis translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G4950 is rendered as “quicksands” (1×).
Where does the Greek word σύρτις come from?
from G4951 (σύρω);