Strong's G547 · Greek
ἀπειλή
apeilḗ
Definition
a menace
KJV: X straitly, threatening
Root / derivation: from G546 (ἀπειλέω);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἀπειλή across 4 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
4 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Acts3 verses
But that it spread no further among the people, let us straitly threaten them, that they speak henceforth to no man in this name.
Acts 4:29And now, Lord, behold their threatenings: and grant unto thy servants, that with all boldness they may speak thy word,
Acts 9:1And Saul, yet breathing out threatenings and slaughter against the disciples of the Lord, went unto the high priest,
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G547 (apeilḗ) mean?
a menace
How many times does G547 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G547 (ἀπειλή) appears in 4 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “threatenings.”
How is apeilḗ translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G547 is rendered as “threatenings” (2×), “straitly” (1×), “threatening” (1×).
Where does the Greek word ἀπειλή come from?
from G546 (ἀπειλέω);