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διακωλύω G1254
G1254 is the Greek word διακωλύω, transliterated diakōlýō. The King James Version most often renders it forbad.
What it means
to hinder altogether, i.e. utterly prohibit.
Where it comes from
from G1223 (διά) and G2967 (κωλύω).
How the King James Version translates it
Across 1 tagged occurrence, counted from this edition's word index.
Strong's own list of renderings: forbid.
Verses using διακωλύω
All 1 verse, quoted in full.
Matthew 3:14 · KJV
But John forbad him, saying, I have need to be baptized of thee, and comest thou to me?
Common questions
What does Strong's G1254 mean?
G1254 is the Greek word διακωλύω (diakōlýō), meaning to hinder altogether, i.e. utterly prohibit.
How is G1254 translated in the King James Version?
The King James translators rendered it forbad (1 time).
How many times does G1254 appear in the Bible?
διακωλύω (diakōlýō) is tagged in 1 verse of the King James Version in this edition's word index.
Where does G1254 come from?
Strong's gives its derivation as: from G1223 (διά) and G2967 (κωλύω).
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