Strong's G5548 · Greek
χρίω
chríō
Definition
to smear or rub with oil, i.e. (by implication) to consecrate to an office or religious service
KJV: anoint
Root / derivation: probably akin to G5530 (χράομαι) through the idea of contact;
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered χρίω across 5 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
5 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Acts2 verses
For of a truth against thy holy child Jesus, whom thou hast anointed, both Herod, and Pontius Pilate, with the Gentiles, and the people of Israel, were gathered together,
Acts 10:38How God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Ghost and with power: who went about doing good, and healing all that were oppressed of the devil; for God was with him.
2 Corinthians1 verse
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G5548 (chríō) mean?
to smear or rub with oil, i.e. (by implication) to consecrate to an office or religious service
How many times does G5548 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G5548 (χρίω) appears in 5 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “anointed.”
How is chríō translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G5548 is rendered as “anointed” (5×).
Where does the Greek word χρίω come from?
probably akin to G5530 (χράομαι) through the idea of contact;