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ἧλος G2247

G2247 is the Greek word ἧλος, transliterated hēlos. The King James Version most often renders it nails.

Word: ἧλοςTransliteration: hēlosLanguage: GreekIn the KJV: 1 verse

What it means

a stud, i.e. spike.

Where it comes from

of uncertain affinity.

How the King James Version translates it

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

nails 2×

Strong's own list of renderings: nail.

Verses using ἧλος

All 1 verse, quoted in full.

John 20:25 · KJV

The other disciples therefore said unto him, We have seen the LORD. But he said unto them, Except I shall see in his hands the print of the nails, and put my finger into the print of the nails, and thrust my hand into his side, I will not believe.

Common questions

What does Strong's G2247 mean?

G2247 is the Greek word ἧλος (hēlos), meaning a stud, i.e. spike.

How is G2247 translated in the King James Version?

The King James translators rendered it nails (2 times).

How many times does G2247 appear in the Bible?

ἧλος (hēlos) is tagged in 1 verse of the King James Version in this edition's word index.

Where does G2247 come from?

Strong's gives its derivation as: of uncertain affinity.

Nearby entries

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