Strong's G5544 · Greek
χρηστότης
chrestotes · /khray-stot'-ace/
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.
Every occurrence (KJV)
8 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Romans3 verses
Or despisest thou the riches of his goodness and forbearance and longsuffering; not knowing that the goodness of God leadeth thee to repentance?
Romans 3:12They are all gone out of the way, they are together become unprofitable; there is none that doeth good, no, not one.
Romans 11:22Behold therefore the goodness and severity of God: on them which fell, severity; but toward thee, goodness, if thou continue in his goodness: otherwise thou also shalt be cut off.
2 Corinthians1 verse
Galatians1 verse
Ephesians1 verse
Colossians1 verse
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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