Strong's G5474 · Greek
χαλκολίβανον
chalkolíbanon
Definition
burnished copper, an alloy of copper (or gold) and silver having a brilliant lustre
KJV: fine brass
Root / derivation: neuter of a compound of G5475 (χαλκός) and G3030 (λίβανος) (in the implied mean of whiteness or brilliancy);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered χαλκολίβανον across 2 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
2 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Revelation2 verses
And his feet like unto fine brass, as if they burned in a furnace; and his voice as the sound of many waters.
Revelation 2:18And unto the angel of the church in Thyatira write; These things saith the Son of God, who hath his eyes like unto a flame of fire, and his feet are like fine brass;
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G5474 (chalkolíbanon) mean?
burnished copper, an alloy of copper (or gold) and silver having a brilliant lustre
How many times does G5474 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G5474 (χαλκολίβανον) appears in 2 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “brass.”
How is chalkolíbanon translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G5474 is rendered as “brass” (2×).
Where does the Greek word χαλκολίβανον come from?
neuter of a compound of G5475 (χαλκός) and G3030 (λίβανος) (in the implied mean of whiteness or brilliancy);