Strong's Concordance/Greek/G797

Strong's G797 · Greek

ἀστράπτω

astrapto · /as-trap'-to/

Number
G797
Language
Greek
Original word
ἀστράπτω
Transliteration
astrapto
Pronunciation
as-trap'-to
KJV occurrences
2 verses

Definition

probably from 792; to flash as lightning:--lighten, shine.

KJV: lighten, shine

Root / derivation: probably from 792

KJV usage breakdown

How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἀστράπτω across 2 verses.

lighteneth1×
shining1×

Every occurrence (KJV)

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

Topics that use this word

Frequently asked questions

What does Strong's G797 (astrapto) mean?

probably from 792; to flash as lightning:--lighten, shine.

How many times does G797 appear in the Bible?

Strong's G797 (ἀστράπτω) appears in 2 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “lighteneth.”

How is astrapto translated in the KJV?

In the KJV, Strong's G797 is rendered as “lighteneth” (1×), “shining” (1×).

Where does the Greek word ἀστράπτω come from?

probably from 792