Strong's G762 · Greek
ἄσβεστος
asbestos · /as'-bes-tos/
Definition
from 1 (as a negative particle) and a derivative of 4570; not extinguished, i.e. (by implication) perpetual:--not to be quenched, unquenchable.
KJV: not to be quenched, unquenchable
Root / derivation: from 1 (as a negative particle) and a derivative of 4570
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἄσβεστος across 4 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
4 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Mark2 verses
And if thy hand offend thee, cut it off: it is better for thee to enter into life maimed, than having two hands to go into hell, into the fire that never shall be quenched: offend: or, cause thee to offend
Mark 9:45And if thy foot offend thee, cut it off: it is better for thee to enter halt into life, than having two feet to be cast into hell, into the fire that never shall be quenched: offend: or, cause thee to offend
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G762 (asbestos) mean?
from 1 (as a negative particle) and a derivative of 4570; not extinguished, i.e. (by implication) perpetual:--not to be quenched, unquenchable.
How many times does G762 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G762 (ἄσβεστος) appears in 4 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “quenched.”
How is asbestos translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G762 is rendered as “quenched” (2×), “unquenchable” (2×).
Where does the Greek word ἄσβεστος come from?
from 1 (as a negative particle) and a derivative of 4570