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.
Mark2 verses
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);