Strong's G930 · Greek
βασανιστής
basanistḗs
Number
G930
Language
Greek
Original word
βασανιστής
Transliteration
basanistḗs
KJV occurrences
1 verse
Definition
a torturer
KJV: tormentor
Root / derivation: from G928 (βασανίζω);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered βασανιστής across 1 verse.
tormentors1×
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 G930 (basanistḗs) mean?
a torturer
How many times does G930 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G930 (βασανιστής) appears in 1 verse of the King James Version, most often translated “tormentors.”
How is basanistḗs translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G930 is rendered as “tormentors” (1×).
Where does the Greek word βασανιστής come from?
from G928 (βασανίζω);