Strong's G6 · Greek
Ἅβελ
Abel · /ab'-el/
Definition
of Hebrew origin (1893); Abel, the son of Adam:--Abel.
KJV: Abel
Root / derivation: of Hebrew origin (1893)
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered Ἅβελ across 4 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
4 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Hebrews2 verses
By faith Abel offered unto God a more excellent sacrifice than Cain, by which he obtained witness that he was righteous, God testifying of his gifts: and by it he being dead yet speaketh. yet: or, is yet spoken of
Hebrews 12:24And to Jesus the mediator of the new covenant, and to the blood of sprinkling, that speaketh better things than that of Abel. covenant: or, testament
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G6 (Abel) mean?
of Hebrew origin (1893); Abel, the son of Adam:--Abel.
How many times does G6 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G6 (Ἅβελ) appears in 4 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “Abel.”
How is Abel translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G6 is rendered as “Abel” (4×).
Where does the Greek word Ἅβελ come from?
of Hebrew origin (1893)