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ἀκριβῶς G199
G199 is the Greek word ἀκριβῶς, transliterated akribōs. The King James Version most often renders it diligently.
What it means
exactly.
Where it comes from
adverb from the same as G196 (ἀκριβέστατος).
How the King James Version translates it
Across 5 tagged occurrences, counted from this edition's word index.
Strong's own list of renderings: circumspectly, diligently, perfect(-ly).
Verses using ἀκριβῶς
All 5 verses, quoted in full.
Matthew 2:8 · KJV
And he sent them to Bethlehem, and said, Go and search diligently for the young child; and when ye have found him, bring me word again, that I may come and worship him also.
Luke 1:3 · KJV
It seemed good to me also, having had perfect understanding of all things from the very first, to write unto thee in order, most excellent Theophilus,
Acts 18:25 · KJV
This man was instructed in the way of the Lord; and being fervent in the spirit, he spake and taught diligently the things of the Lord, knowing only the baptism of John.
Ephesians 5:15 · KJV
See then that ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise,
1 Thessalonians 5:2 · KJV
For yourselves know perfectly that the day of the Lord so cometh as a thief in the night.
Common questions
What does Strong's G199 mean?
G199 is the Greek word ἀκριβῶς (akribōs), meaning exactly.
How is G199 translated in the King James Version?
The King James translators rendered it diligently (2 times), having had perfect (1 time), circumspectly (1 time), perfectly (1 time).
How many times does G199 appear in the Bible?
ἀκριβῶς (akribōs) is tagged in 5 verses of the King James Version in this edition's word index.
Where does G199 come from?
Strong's gives its derivation as: adverb from the same as G196 (ἀκριβέστατος).
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