βδελύσσομαι

bdelusso · /bdel-oos'-so/

Number

G948

Language

Greek

Original word

βδελύσσομαι

Transliteration

bdelusso

Pronunciation

bdel-oos'-so

KJV occurrences

2 verses

Definition

from a (presumed) derivative of bdeo (to stink); to be disgusted, i.e. (by implication) detest (especially of idolatry):--abhor, abominable.

KJV: abhor, abominable

Root / derivation: from a (presumed) derivative of bdeo (to stink)

KJV usage breakdown

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

abhorrest1×

abominable1×

Every occurrence (KJV)

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

Romans1 verse

Romans 2:22

Thou that sayest a man should not commit adultery, dost thou commit adultery? thou that abhorrest idols, dost thou commit sacrilege?

Revelation1 verse

Revelation 21:8

But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death.

Topics that use this word

Adultery Formalism Hypocrisy Hypocrites Inconsistency Perseverance Punishment of the Wicked, the Unbelief

Frequently asked questions

What does Strong's G948 (bdelusso) mean?

from a (presumed) derivative of bdeo (to stink); to be disgusted, i.e. (by implication) detest (especially of idolatry):--abhor, abominable.

How many times does G948 appear in the Bible?

Strong's G948 (βδελύσσομαι) appears in 2 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “abhorrest.”

How is bdelusso translated in the KJV?

In the KJV, Strong's G948 is rendered as “abhorrest” (1×), “abominable” (1×).

Where does the Greek word βδελύσσομαι come from?

from a (presumed) derivative of bdeo (to stink)