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ἔνταλμα G1778
G1778 is the Greek word ἔνταλμα, transliterated éntalma. The King James Version most often renders it commandments.
What it means
an injunction, i.e. religious precept.
Where it comes from
from G1781 (ἐντέλλομαι).
How the King James Version translates it
Across 3 tagged occurrences, counted from this edition's word index.
Strong's own list of renderings: commandment.
Verses using ἔνταλμα
All 3 verses, quoted in full.
Matthew 15:9 · KJV
But in vain they do worship me, teaching for doctrines the commandments of men.
Mark 7:7 · KJV
Howbeit in vain do they worship me, teaching for doctrines the commandments of men.
Colossians 2:22 · KJV
Which all are to perish with the using;) after the commandments and doctrines of men?
Common questions
What does Strong's G1778 mean?
G1778 is the Greek word ἔνταλμα (éntalma), meaning an injunction, i.e. religious precept.
How is G1778 translated in the King James Version?
The King James translators rendered it commandments (3 times).
How many times does G1778 appear in the Bible?
ἔνταλμα (éntalma) is tagged in 3 verses of the King James Version in this edition's word index.
Where does G1778 come from?
Strong's gives its derivation as: from G1781 (ἐντέλλομαι).
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