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κῆνσος G2778
G2778 is the Greek word κῆνσος, transliterated kēnsos. The King James Version most often renders it tribute.
What it means
properly, an enrollment ("census"), i.e. (by implication) a tax.
Where it comes from
of Latin origin.
How the King James Version translates it
Across 4 tagged occurrences, counted from this edition's word index.
Strong's own list of renderings: tribute.
Verses using κῆνσος
All 4 verses, quoted in full.
Matthew 17:25 · KJV
He saith, Yes. And when he was come into the house, Jesus prevented him, saying, What thinkest thou, Simon? of whom do the kings of the earth take custom or tribute? of their own children, or of strangers?
Matthew 22:17 · KJV
Tell us therefore, What thinkest thou? Is it lawful to give tribute unto Caesar, or not?
Matthew 22:19 · KJV
Shew me the tribute money. And they brought unto him a penny.
Mark 12:14 · KJV
And when they were come, they say unto him, Master, we know that thou art true, and carest for no man: for thou regardest not the person of men, but teachest the way of God in truth: Is it lawful to give tribute to Caesar, or not?
Common questions
What does Strong's G2778 mean?
G2778 is the Greek word κῆνσος (kēnsos), meaning properly, an enrollment ("census"), i.e. (by implication) a tax.
How is G2778 translated in the King James Version?
The King James translators rendered it tribute (4 times).
How many times does G2778 appear in the Bible?
κῆνσος (kēnsos) is tagged in 4 verses of the King James Version in this edition's word index.
Where does G2778 come from?
Strong's gives its derivation as: of Latin origin.
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