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φυλακτήριον G5440
G5440 is the Greek word φυλακτήριον, transliterated phylaktḗrion. The King James Version most often renders it phylacteries.
What it means
a guard-case, i.e. "phylactery" for wearing slips of Scripture texts.
Where it comes from
neuter of a derivative of G5442 (φυλάσσω).
How the King James Version translates it
Across 1 tagged occurrence, counted from this edition's word index.
Strong's own list of renderings: phylactery.
Verses using φυλακτήριον
All 1 verse, quoted in full.
Matthew 23:5 · KJV
But all their works they do for to be seen of men: they make broad their phylacteries, and enlarge the borders of their garments,
Common questions
What does Strong's G5440 mean?
G5440 is the Greek word φυλακτήριον (phylaktḗrion), meaning a guard-case, i.e. "phylactery" for wearing slips of Scripture texts.
How is G5440 translated in the King James Version?
The King James translators rendered it phylacteries (1 time).
How many times does G5440 appear in the Bible?
φυλακτήριον (phylaktḗrion) is tagged in 1 verse of the King James Version in this edition's word index.
Where does G5440 come from?
Strong's gives its derivation as: neuter of a derivative of G5442 (φυλάσσω).
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