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ἐπιορκέω G1964
G1964 is the Greek word ἐπιορκέω, transliterated epiorkéō. The King James Version most often renders it shalt.
What it means
to commit perjury.
Where it comes from
from G1965 (ἐπίορκος).
How the King James Version translates it
Across 2 tagged occurrences, counted from this edition's word index.
Strong's own list of renderings: forswear self.
Verses using ἐπιορκέω
All 1 verse, quoted in full.
Matthew 5:33 · KJV
Again, ye have heard that it hath been said by them of old time, Thou shalt not forswear thyself, but shalt perform unto the Lord thine oaths:
Common questions
What does Strong's G1964 mean?
G1964 is the Greek word ἐπιορκέω (epiorkéō), meaning to commit perjury.
How is G1964 translated in the King James Version?
The King James translators rendered it shalt (1 time), forswear thyself (1 time).
How many times does G1964 appear in the Bible?
ἐπιορκέω (epiorkéō) is tagged in 1 verse of the King James Version in this edition's word index.
Where does G1964 come from?
Strong's gives its derivation as: from G1965 (ἐπίορκος).
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