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σής G4597
G4597 is the Greek word σής, transliterated sḗs. The King James Version most often renders it moth.
What it means
a moth.
Where it comes from
apparently of Hebrew origin (H05580).
How the King James Version translates it
Across 3 tagged occurrences, counted from this edition's word index.
Strong's own list of renderings: moth.
Verses using σής
All 3 verses, quoted in full.
Matthew 6:19 · KJV
Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:
Matthew 6:20 · KJV
But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust doth corrupt, and where thieves do not break through nor steal:
Luke 12:33 · KJV
Sell that ye have, and give alms; provide yourselves bags which wax not old, a treasure in the heavens that faileth not, where no thief approacheth, neither moth corrupteth.
Common questions
What does Strong's G4597 mean?
G4597 is the Greek word σής (sḗs), meaning a moth.
How is G4597 translated in the King James Version?
The King James translators rendered it moth (3 times).
How many times does G4597 appear in the Bible?
σής (sḗs) is tagged in 3 verses of the King James Version in this edition's word index.
Where does G4597 come from?
Strong's gives its derivation as: apparently of Hebrew origin (H05580).
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