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ἐξώτερος G1857
G1857 is the Greek word ἐξώτερος, transliterated exṓteros. The King James Version most often renders it outer.
What it means
exterior.
Where it comes from
comparative of G1854 (ἔξω).
How the King James Version translates it
Across 3 tagged occurrences, counted from this edition's word index.
Strong's own list of renderings: outer.
Verses using ἐξώτερος
All 3 verses, quoted in full.
Matthew 8:12 · KJV
But the children of the kingdom shall be cast out into outer darkness: there shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth.
Matthew 22:13 · KJV
Then said the king to the servants, Bind him hand and foot, and take him away, and cast him into outer darkness; there shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth.
Matthew 25:30 · KJV
And cast ye the unprofitable servant into outer darkness: there shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth.
Common questions
What does Strong's G1857 mean?
G1857 is the Greek word ἐξώτερος (exṓteros), meaning exterior.
How is G1857 translated in the King James Version?
The King James translators rendered it outer (3 times).
How many times does G1857 appear in the Bible?
ἐξώτερος (exṓteros) is tagged in 3 verses of the King James Version in this edition's word index.
Where does G1857 come from?
Strong's gives its derivation as: comparative of G1854 (ἔξω).
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