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ἐπηρεάζω G1908

G1908 is the Greek word ἐπηρεάζω, transliterated epēreázō. The King James Version most often renders it despitefully use.

Word: ἐπηρεάζωTransliteration: epēreázōLanguage: GreekIn the KJV: 3 verses

What it means

to insult, slander.

Where it comes from

from a comparative of G1909 (ἐπί) and (probably) (threats).

How the King James Version translates it

Across 3 tagged occurrences, counted from this edition's word index.

despitefully use 2×falsely accuse 1×

Strong's own list of renderings: use despitefully, falsely accuse.

Verses using ἐπηρεάζω

All 3 verses, quoted in full.

Matthew 5:44 · KJV

But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Luke 6:28 · KJV

Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you.

1 Peter 3:16 · KJV

Having a good conscience; that, whereas they speak evil of you, as of evildoers, they may be ashamed that falsely accuse your good conversation in Christ.

Common questions

What does Strong's G1908 mean?

G1908 is the Greek word ἐπηρεάζω (epēreázō), meaning to insult, slander.

How is G1908 translated in the King James Version?

The King James translators rendered it despitefully use (2 times), falsely accuse (1 time).

How many times does G1908 appear in the Bible?

ἐπηρεάζω (epēreázō) is tagged in 3 verses of the King James Version in this edition's word index.

Where does G1908 come from?

Strong's gives its derivation as: from a comparative of G1909 (ἐπί) and (probably) (threats).

Nearby entries

G1905 · ἐπερωτάω — to ask for, i.e. inquire, seek G1906 · ἐπερώτημα — an inquiry G1907 · ἐπέχω — to hold upon, i.e. (by implication) to…G1909 · ἐπί — properly, meaning superimposition (of time…G1910 · ἐπιβαίνω — to walk upon, i.e. mount, ascend, embark, arrive G1911 · ἐπιβάλλω — to throw upon (literal or figurative…

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