/Greek/G5011

Strong's G5011 · Greek

ταπεινός

tapeinos · /tap-i-nos'/

Number

G5011

Language

Greek

Original word

ταπεινός

Transliteration

tapeinos

Pronunciation

tap-i-nos'

KJV occurrences

7 verses

Definition

of uncertain derivation; depressed, i.e. (figuratively) humiliated (in circumstances or disposition):--base, cast down, humble, of low degree (estate), lowly.

KJV: base, cast down, humble, of low degree (estate), lowly

Root / derivation: of uncertain derivation

KJV usage breakdown

How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ταπεινός across 7 verses.

degree2×

humble2×

down1×

estate1×

lowly1×

Every occurrence (KJV)

7 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.

Matthew1 verse

Matthew 11:29

Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls.

Luke1 verse

Luke 1:52

He hath put down the mighty from their seats, and exalted them of low degree.

Romans1 verse

Romans 12:16

Be of the same mind one toward another. Mind not high things, but condescend to men of low estate. Be not wise in your own conceits. condescend: or, be contented with mean things

2 Corinthians1 verse

2 Corinthians 7:6

Nevertheless God, that comforteth those that are cast down, comforted us by the coming of Titus;

James2 verses

James 1:9

Let the brother of low degree rejoice in that he is exalted: rejoice: or, glory rejoice: or, glory

James 4:6

But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble.

1 Peter1 verse

1 Peter 5:5

Likewise, ye younger, submit yourselves unto the elder. Yea, all of you be subject one to another, and be clothed with humility: for God resisteth the proud, and giveth grace to the humble.

Topics that use this word

Pride Afflicted Saints Humility Quotations and Allusions Affliction, Consolation Under Afflictions and Adversities Commandments Elizabeth Magnificat of Mary Meekness Penitent Poor

Frequently asked questions

What does Strong's G5011 (tapeinos) mean?

of uncertain derivation; depressed, i.e. (figuratively) humiliated (in circumstances or disposition):--base, cast down, humble, of low degree (estate), lowly.

How many times does G5011 appear in the Bible?

Strong's G5011 (ταπεινός) appears in 7 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “degree.”

How is tapeinos translated in the KJV?

In the KJV, Strong's G5011 is rendered as “degree” (2×), “humble” (2×), “down” (1×), “estate” (1×), among other words.

Where does the Greek word ταπεινός come from?

of uncertain derivation