Strong's G561 · Greek
ἀπέναντι
apénanti
Definition
from in front, i.e. opposite, before or against
KJV: before, contrary, over against, in the presence of
Root / derivation: from G575 (ἀπό) and G1725 (ἔναντι);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἀπέναντι across 6 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
6 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Matthew3 verses
Saying unto them, Go into the village over against you, and straightway ye shall find an ass tied, and a colt with her: loose them, and bring them unto me.
Matthew 27:24When Pilate saw that he could prevail nothing, but that rather a tumult was made, he took water, and washed his hands before the multitude, saying, I am innocent of the blood of this just person: see ye to it.
Matthew 27:61And there was Mary Magdalene, and the other Mary, sitting over against the sepulchre.
Acts2 verses
And his name through faith in his name hath made this man strong, whom ye see and know: yea, the faith which is by him hath given him this perfect soundness in the presence of you all.
Acts 17:7Whom Jason hath received: and these all do contrary to the decrees of Cesar, saying that there is another king, one Jesus.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G561 (apénanti) mean?
from in front, i.e. opposite, before or against
How many times does G561 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G561 (ἀπέναντι) appears in 6 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “against.”
How is apénanti translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G561 is rendered as “against” (2×), “before” (2×), “contrary” (1×), “presence” (1×).
Where does the Greek word ἀπέναντι come from?
from G575 (ἀπό) and G1725 (ἔναντι);