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σκυθρωπός G4659

G4659 is the Greek word σκυθρωπός, transliterated skythrōpós. The King James Version most often renders it sad countenance.

Word: σκυθρωπόςTransliteration: skythrōpósLanguage: GreekIn the KJV: 1 verse

What it means

angry-visaged, i.e. gloomy or affecting a mournful appearance.

Where it comes from

from (sullen) and a derivative of G3700 (ὀπτάνομαι).

How the King James Version translates it

Across 1 tagged occurrence, counted from this edition's word index.

sad countenance 1×

Strong's own list of renderings: of a sad countenance.

Verses using σκυθρωπός

All 1 verse, quoted in full.

Matthew 6:16 · KJV

Moreover when ye fast, be not, as the hypocrites, of a sad countenance: for they disfigure their faces, that they may appear unto men to fast. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward.

Common questions

What does Strong's G4659 mean?

G4659 is the Greek word σκυθρωπός (skythrōpós), meaning angry-visaged, i.e. gloomy or affecting a mournful appearance.

How is G4659 translated in the King James Version?

The King James translators rendered it sad countenance (1 time).

How many times does G4659 appear in the Bible?

σκυθρωπός (skythrōpós) is tagged in 1 verse of the King James Version in this edition's word index.

Where does G4659 come from?

Strong's gives its derivation as: from (sullen) and a derivative of G3700 (ὀπτάνομαι).

Nearby entries

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