TheWay BibleHome›Strong's concordance›G2191
ἔχιδνα G2191
G2191 is the Greek word ἔχιδνα, transliterated échidna. The King James Version most often renders it vipers.
What it means
an adder or other poisonous snake (literally or figuratively).
Where it comes from
of uncertain origin.
How the King James Version translates it
Across 5 tagged occurrences, counted from this edition's word index.
Strong's own list of renderings: viper.
Verses using ἔχιδνα
All 5 verses, quoted in full.
Matthew 3:7 · KJV
But when he saw many of the Pharisees and Sadducees come to his baptism, he said unto them, O generation of vipers, who hath warned you to flee from the wrath to come?
Matthew 12:34 · KJV
O generation of vipers, how can ye, being evil, speak good things? for out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaketh.
Matthew 23:33 · KJV
Ye serpents, ye generation of vipers, how can ye escape the damnation of hell?
Luke 3:7 · KJV
Then said he to the multitude that came forth to be baptized of him, O generation of vipers, who hath warned you to flee from the wrath to come?
Acts 28:3 · KJV
And when Paul had gathered a bundle of sticks, and laid them on the fire, there came a viper out of the heat, and fastened on his hand.
Common questions
What does Strong's G2191 mean?
G2191 is the Greek word ἔχιδνα (échidna), meaning an adder or other poisonous snake (literally or figuratively).
How is G2191 translated in the King James Version?
The King James translators rendered it vipers (4 times), viper (1 time).
How many times does G2191 appear in the Bible?
ἔχιδνα (échidna) is tagged in 5 verses of the King James Version in this edition's word index.
Where does G2191 come from?
Strong's gives its derivation as: of uncertain origin.
Nearby entries
Keep reading in TheWay Bible App
Read, study, memorize, journal, and pray — tap any word for its Greek or Hebrew definition, save verses to memorize, and keep a journal. Free on the web and iOS.