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πραΰς G4239

G4239 is the Greek word πραΰς, transliterated praÿs. The King James Version most often renders it meek.

Word: πραΰςTransliteration: praÿsLanguage: GreekIn the KJV: 3 verses

What it means

mild, i.e. (by implication) humble.

Where it comes from

apparently a primary word.

How the King James Version translates it

Across 3 tagged occurrences, counted from this edition's word index.

meek 2×ornament of a meek 1×

Strong's own list of renderings: meek.

Verses using πραΰς

All 3 verses, quoted in full.

Matthew 5:5 · KJV

Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth.

Matthew 21:5 · KJV

Tell ye the daughter of Sion, Behold, thy King cometh unto thee, meek, and sitting upon an ass, and a colt the foal of an ass.

1 Peter 3:4 · KJV

But let it be the hidden man of the heart, in that which is not corruptible, even the ornament of a meek and quiet spirit, which is in the sight of God of great price.

Common questions

What does Strong's G4239 mean?

G4239 is the Greek word πραΰς (praÿs), meaning mild, i.e. (by implication) humble.

How is G4239 translated in the King James Version?

The King James translators rendered it meek (2 times), ornament of a meek (1 time).

How many times does G4239 appear in the Bible?

πραΰς (praÿs) is tagged in 3 verses of the King James Version in this edition's word index.

Where does G4239 come from?

Strong's gives its derivation as: apparently a primary word.

Nearby entries

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