Strong's Concordance/Greek/G5544

Strong's G5544 · Greek

χρηστότης

chrestotes · /khray-stot'-ace/

Number
G5544
Language
Greek
Original word
χρηστότης
Transliteration
chrestotes
Pronunciation
khray-stot'-ace
KJV occurrences
8 verses

Definition

from 5543; usefulness, i.e. morally, excellence (in character or demeanor):--gentleness, good(-ness), kindness.

KJV: gentleness, good(-ness), kindness

Root / derivation: from 5543

KJV usage breakdown

How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered χρηστότης across 8 verses.

goodness4×
kindness4×
gentleness1×
good1×

Every occurrence (KJV)

8 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.

Romans3 verses
2 Corinthians1 verse
Galatians1 verse
Ephesians1 verse
Colossians1 verse
Titus1 verse

Topics that use this word

Frequently asked questions

What does Strong's G5544 (chrestotes) mean?

from 5543; usefulness, i.e. morally, excellence (in character or demeanor):--gentleness, good(-ness), kindness.

How many times does G5544 appear in the Bible?

Strong's G5544 (χρηστότης) appears in 8 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “goodness.”

How is chrestotes translated in the KJV?

In the KJV, Strong's G5544 is rendered as “goodness” (4×), “kindness” (4×), “gentleness” (1×), “good” (1×).

Where does the Greek word χρηστότης come from?

from 5543