Strong's G685 · Greek
ἀρά
ará
Number
G685
Language
Greek
Original word
ἀρά
Transliteration
ará
KJV occurrences
1 verse
Definition
properly, prayer (as lifted to Heaven), i.e. (by implication) imprecation
KJV: curse
Root / derivation: probably from G142 (αἴρω);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἀρά across 1 verse.
cursing1×
Every occurrence (KJV)
1 verse use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Topics that use this word
Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G685 (ará) mean?
properly, prayer (as lifted to Heaven), i.e. (by implication) imprecation
How many times does G685 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G685 (ἀρά) appears in 1 verse of the King James Version, most often translated “cursing.”
How is ará translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G685 is rendered as “cursing” (1×).
Where does the Greek word ἀρά come from?
probably from G142 (αἴρω);