Strong's G5256 · Greek
ὑπηρετέω
hypēretéō
Definition
to be a subordinate, i.e. (by implication) subserve
KJV: minister (unto), serve
Root / derivation: from G5257 (ὑπηρέτης);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ὑπηρετέω across 3 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
3 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Acts3 verses
For David, after he had served his own generation by the will of God, fell on sleep, and was laid unto his fathers, and saw corruption:
Acts 20:34Yea, ye yourselves know, that these hands have ministered unto my necessities, and to them that were with me.
Acts 24:23And he commanded a centurion to keep Paul, and to let him have liberty, and that he should forbid none of his acquaintance to minister or come unto him.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G5256 (hypēretéō) mean?
to be a subordinate, i.e. (by implication) subserve
How many times does G5256 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G5256 (ὑπηρετέω) appears in 3 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “minister.”
How is hypēretéō translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G5256 is rendered as “minister” (1×), “ministered” (1×), “served” (1×).
Where does the Greek word ὑπηρετέω come from?
from G5257 (ὑπηρέτης);