Strong's Concordance/Greek/G607

Strong's G607 · Greek

ἀποκεφαλίζω

apokephalízō

Number
G607
Language
Greek
Original word
ἀποκεφαλίζω
Transliteration
apokephalízō
KJV occurrences
4 verses

Definition

to decapitate

KJV: behead

Root / derivation: from G575 (ἀπό) and G2776 (κεφαλή);

KJV usage breakdown

How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἀποκεφαλίζω across 4 verses.

beheaded4×
have1×

Every occurrence (KJV)

4 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.

Topics that use this word

Frequently asked questions

What does Strong's G607 (apokephalízō) mean?

to decapitate

How many times does G607 appear in the Bible?

Strong's G607 (ἀποκεφαλίζω) appears in 4 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “beheaded.”

How is apokephalízō translated in the KJV?

In the KJV, Strong's G607 is rendered as “beheaded” (4×), “have” (1×).

Where does the Greek word ἀποκεφαλίζω come from?

from G575 (ἀπό) and G2776 (κεφαλή);