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σκώληξ G4663
G4663 is the Greek word σκώληξ, transliterated skṓlēx. The King James Version most often renders it worm.
What it means
a grub, maggot or earth-worm.
Where it comes from
of uncertain derivation.
How the King James Version translates it
Across 3 tagged occurrences, counted from this edition's word index.
Strong's own list of renderings: worm.
Verses using σκώληξ
All 3 verses, quoted in full.
Mark 9:44 · KJV
Where their worm dieth not, and the fire is not quenched.
Mark 9:46 · KJV
Where their worm dieth not, and the fire is not quenched.
Mark 9:48 · KJV
Where their worm dieth not, and the fire is not quenched.
Common questions
What does Strong's G4663 mean?
G4663 is the Greek word σκώληξ (skṓlēx), meaning a grub, maggot or earth-worm.
How is G4663 translated in the King James Version?
The King James translators rendered it worm (3 times).
How many times does G4663 appear in the Bible?
σκώληξ (skṓlēx) is tagged in 3 verses of the King James Version in this edition's word index.
Where does G4663 come from?
Strong's gives its derivation as: of uncertain derivation.
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