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ἐμπαίκτης G1703
G1703 is the Greek word ἐμπαίκτης, transliterated empaíktēs. The King James Version most often renders it scoffers.
What it means
a derider, i.e. (by implication) a false teacher.
Where it comes from
from G1702 (ἐμπαίζω).
How the King James Version translates it
Across 2 tagged occurrences, counted from this edition's word index.
Strong's own list of renderings: mocker, scoffer.
Verses using ἐμπαίκτης
All 2 verses, quoted in full.
2 Peter 3:3 · KJV
Knowing this first, that there shall come in the last days scoffers, walking after their own lusts,
Jude 1:18 · KJV
How that they told you there should be mockers in the last time, who should walk after their own ungodly lusts.
Common questions
What does Strong's G1703 mean?
G1703 is the Greek word ἐμπαίκτης (empaíktēs), meaning a derider, i.e. (by implication) a false teacher.
How is G1703 translated in the King James Version?
The King James translators rendered it scoffers (1 time), mockers (1 time).
How many times does G1703 appear in the Bible?
ἐμπαίκτης (empaíktēs) is tagged in 2 verses of the King James Version in this edition's word index.
Where does G1703 come from?
Strong's gives its derivation as: from G1702 (ἐμπαίζω).
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