Strong's G5475 · Greek
χαλκός
chalkos · /khal-kos'/
Definition
perhaps from 5465 through the idea of hollowing out as a vessel (this metal being chiefly used for that purpose); copper (the substance, or some implement or coin made of it):--brass, money.
KJV: brass, money
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered χαλκός across 5 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
5 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Matthew1 verse
Mark2 verses
And commanded them that they should take nothing for their journey, save a staff only; no scrip, no bread, no money in their purse. money: the word signifieth a piece of brass money, in value somewhat less than a farthing, Mat.10.9.but here it is taken in general for money
Mark 12:41And Jesus sat over against the treasury, and beheld how the people cast money into the treasury: and many that were rich cast in much. money: a piece of brass money
1 Corinthians1 verse
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G5475 (chalkos) mean?
perhaps from 5465 through the idea of hollowing out as a vessel (this metal being chiefly used for that purpose); copper (the substance, or some implement or coin made of it):--brass, money.
How many times does G5475 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G5475 (χαλκός) appears in 5 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “brass.”
How is chalkos translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G5475 is rendered as “brass” (3×), “money” (2×).