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σινιάζω G4617
G4617 is the Greek word σινιάζω, transliterated siniázō. The King James Version most often renders it sift.
What it means
to riddle (figuratively).
Where it comes from
from (a sieve).
How the King James Version translates it
Across 1 tagged occurrence, counted from this edition's word index.
Strong's own list of renderings: sift.
Verses using σινιάζω
All 1 verse, quoted in full.
Luke 22:31 · KJV
And the Lord said, Simon, Simon, behold, Satan hath desired to have you, that he may sift you as wheat:
Common questions
What does Strong's G4617 mean?
G4617 is the Greek word σινιάζω (siniázō), meaning to riddle (figuratively).
How is G4617 translated in the King James Version?
The King James translators rendered it sift (1 time).
How many times does G4617 appear in the Bible?
σινιάζω (siniázō) is tagged in 1 verse of the King James Version in this edition's word index.
Where does G4617 come from?
Strong's gives its derivation as: from (a sieve).
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