Strong's G636 · Greek
ἀποπλέω
apopléō
Definition
to set sail
KJV: sail away
Root / derivation: from G575 (ἀπό) and G4126 (πλέω);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἀποπλέω across 4 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
4 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Acts4 verses
So they, being sent forth by the Holy Ghost, departed unto Seleucia; and from thence they sailed to Cyprus.
Acts 14:26And thence sailed to Antioch, from whence they had been recommended to the grace of God for the work which they fulfilled.
Acts 20:15And we sailed thence, and came the next day over against Chios; and the next day we arrived at Samos, and tarried at Trogyllium; and the next day we came to Miletus.
Acts 27:1And when it was determined that we should sail into Italy, they delivered Paul and certain other prisoners unto one named Julius, a centurion of Augustus’ band.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G636 (apopléō) mean?
to set sail
How many times does G636 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G636 (ἀποπλέω) appears in 4 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “sailed.”
How is apopléō translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G636 is rendered as “sailed” (3×), “sail” (1×).
Where does the Greek word ἀποπλέω come from?
from G575 (ἀπό) and G4126 (πλέω);