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ἐγκαινίζω G1457
G1457 is the Greek word ἐγκαινίζω, transliterated enkainízō. The King James Version most often renders it testament was dedicated.
What it means
to renew, i.e. inaugurate.
Where it comes from
from G1456 (ἐγκαίνια).
How the King James Version translates it
Across 2 tagged occurrences, counted from this edition's word index.
Strong's own list of renderings: consecrate, dedicate.
Verses using ἐγκαινίζω
All 2 verses, quoted in full.
Hebrews 9:18 · KJV
Whereupon neither the first testament was dedicated without blood.
Hebrews 10:20 · KJV
By a new and living way, which he hath consecrated for us, through the veil, that is to say, his flesh;
Common questions
What does Strong's G1457 mean?
G1457 is the Greek word ἐγκαινίζω (enkainízō), meaning to renew, i.e. inaugurate.
How is G1457 translated in the King James Version?
The King James translators rendered it testament was dedicated (1 time), consecrated (1 time).
How many times does G1457 appear in the Bible?
ἐγκαινίζω (enkainízō) is tagged in 2 verses of the King James Version in this edition's word index.
Where does G1457 come from?
Strong's gives its derivation as: from G1456 (ἐγκαίνια).
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