Strong's G5137 · Greek
τράχηλος
tráchēlos
Definition
the throat (neck), i.e. (figuratively) life
KJV: neck
Root / derivation: probably from G5143 (τρέχω) (through the idea of mobility);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered τράχηλος across 7 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
7 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Luke2 verses
And he arose, and came to his father. But when he was yet a great way off, his father saw him, and had compassion, and ran, and fell on his neck, and kissed him.
Luke 17:2It were better for him that a millstone were hanged about his neck, and he cast into the sea, than that he should offend one of these little ones.
Acts2 verses
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G5137 (tráchēlos) mean?
the throat (neck), i.e. (figuratively) life
How many times does G5137 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G5137 (τράχηλος) appears in 7 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “neck.”
How is tráchēlos translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G5137 is rendered as “neck” (6×), “necks” (1×).
Where does the Greek word τράχηλος come from?
probably from G5143 (τρέχω) (through the idea of mobility);