Strong's G5568 · Greek
ψαλμός
psalmós
Definition
a set piece of music, i.e. a sacred ode (accompanied with the voice, harp or other instrument; a "psalm"); collectively, the book of the Psalms
KJV: psalm
Root / derivation: from G5567 (ψάλλω);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ψαλμός across 7 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
7 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Luke2 verses
And David himself saith in the book of Psalms, The Lord said unto my Lord, Sit thou on my right hand,
Luke 24:44And he said unto them, These are the words which I spake unto you, while I was yet with you, that all things must be fulfilled, which were written in the law of Moses, and in the prophets, and in the psalms, concerning me.
Acts2 verses
For it is written in the book of Psalms, Let his habitation be desolate, and let no man dwell therein: and his bishoprick let another take.
Acts 13:33God hath fulfilled the same unto us their children, in that he hath raised up Jesus again; as it is also written in the second psalm, Thou art my Son, this day have I begotten thee.
Ephesians1 verse
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G5568 (psalmós) mean?
a set piece of music, i.e. a sacred ode (accompanied with the voice, harp or other instrument; a "psalm"); collectively, the book of the Psalms
How many times does G5568 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G5568 (ψαλμός) appears in 7 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “Psalms.”
How is psalmós translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G5568 is rendered as “Psalms” (5×), “psalm” (2×).
Where does the Greek word ψαλμός come from?
from G5567 (ψάλλω);