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ἄνθραξ G440
G440 is the Greek word ἄνθραξ, transliterated ánthrax. The King James Version most often renders it coals.
What it means
a live coal.
Where it comes from
of uncertain derivation.
How the King James Version translates it
Across 1 tagged occurrence, counted from this edition's word index.
Strong's own list of renderings: coal of fire.
Verses using ἄνθραξ
All 1 verse, quoted in full.
Romans 12:20 · KJV
Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head.
Common questions
What does Strong's G440 mean?
G440 is the Greek word ἄνθραξ (ánthrax), meaning a live coal.
How is G440 translated in the King James Version?
The King James translators rendered it coals (1 time).
How many times does G440 appear in the Bible?
ἄνθραξ (ánthrax) is tagged in 1 verse of the King James Version in this edition's word index.
Where does G440 come from?
Strong's gives its derivation as: of uncertain derivation.
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