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εὐθύνω G2116

G2116 is the Greek word εὐθύνω, transliterated euthýnō. The King James Version most often renders it make straight.

Word: εὐθύνωTransliteration: euthýnōLanguage: GreekIn the KJV: 2 verses

What it means

to straighten (level); technically, to steer.

Where it comes from

from G2117 (εὐθύς).

How the King James Version translates it

Across 2 tagged occurrences, counted from this edition's word index.

make straight 1×governor 1×

Strong's own list of renderings: governor, make straight.

Verses using εὐθύνω

All 2 verses, quoted in full.

John 1:23 · KJV

He said, I am the voice of one crying in the wilderness, Make straight the way of the Lord, as said the prophet Esaias.

James 3:4 · KJV

Behold also the ships, which though they be so great, and are driven of fierce winds, yet are they turned about with a very small helm, whithersoever the governor listeth.

Common questions

What does Strong's G2116 mean?

G2116 is the Greek word εὐθύνω (euthýnō), meaning to straighten (level); technically, to steer.

How is G2116 translated in the King James Version?

The King James translators rendered it make straight (1 time), governor (1 time).

How many times does G2116 appear in the Bible?

εὐθύνω (euthýnō) is tagged in 2 verses of the King James Version in this edition's word index.

Where does G2116 come from?

Strong's gives its derivation as: from G2117 (εὐθύς).

Nearby entries

G2113 · εὐθυδρομέω — to lay a straight course, i.e. sail direct G2114 · εὐθυμέω — to cheer up, i.e. (intransitively) be…G2115 · εὔθυμος — in fine spirits, i.e. cheerful G2117 · εὐθύς — straight, i.e. (literally) level, or…G2118 · εὐθύτης — rectitude G2119 · εὐκαιρέω — to have good time, i.e. opportunity or leisure

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