Strong's G5355 · Greek
φθόνος
phthonos · /fthon'-os/
Number
G5355
Language
Greek
Original word
φθόνος
Transliteration
phthonos
Pronunciation
fthon'-os
KJV occurrences
9 verses
Definition
probably akin to the base of 5351; ill-will (as detraction), i.e. jealousy (spite):--envy.
KJV: envy
Root / derivation: probably akin to the base of 5351
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered φθόνος across 9 verses.
envy7×
envies1×
Envyings1×
Every occurrence (KJV)
9 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Philippians1 verse
Topics that use this word
Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G5355 (phthonos) mean?
probably akin to the base of 5351; ill-will (as detraction), i.e. jealousy (spite):--envy.
How many times does G5355 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G5355 (φθόνος) appears in 9 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “envy.”
How is phthonos translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G5355 is rendered as “envy” (7×), “envies” (1×), “Envyings” (1×).
Where does the Greek word φθόνος come from?
probably akin to the base of 5351