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πρηνής G4248
G4248 is the Greek word πρηνής, transliterated prēnḗs. The King James Version most often renders it headlong.
What it means
leaning (falling) forward ("prone"), i.e. head foremost.
Where it comes from
from G4253 (πρό).
How the King James Version translates it
Across 1 tagged occurrence, counted from this edition's word index.
Strong's own list of renderings: headlong.
Verses using πρηνής
All 1 verse, quoted in full.
Acts 1:18 · KJV
Now this man purchased a field with the reward of iniquity; and falling headlong, he burst asunder in the midst, and all his bowels gushed out.
Common questions
What does Strong's G4248 mean?
G4248 is the Greek word πρηνής (prēnḗs), meaning leaning (falling) forward ("prone"), i.e. head foremost.
How is G4248 translated in the King James Version?
The King James translators rendered it headlong (1 time).
How many times does G4248 appear in the Bible?
πρηνής (prēnḗs) is tagged in 1 verse of the King James Version in this edition's word index.
Where does G4248 come from?
Strong's gives its derivation as: from G4253 (πρό).
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