Strong's G5491 · Greek
χεῖλος
cheîlos
Definition
a lip (as a pouring place); figuratively, a margin (of water)
KJV: lip, shore
Root / derivation: from a form of the same as G5490 (χάσμα);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered χεῖλος across 7 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
7 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
1 Corinthians1 verse
Hebrews2 verses
Therefore sprang there even of one, and him as good as dead, so many as the stars of the sky in multitude, and as the sand which is by the sea shore innumerable.
Hebrews 13:15By him therefore let us offer the sacrifice of praise to God continually, that is, the fruit of our lips giving thanks to his name.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G5491 (cheîlos) mean?
a lip (as a pouring place); figuratively, a margin (of water)
How many times does G5491 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G5491 (χεῖλος) appears in 7 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “lips.”
How is cheîlos translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G5491 is rendered as “lips” (6×), “shore” (1×).
Where does the Greek word χεῖλος come from?
from a form of the same as G5490 (χάσμα);