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φύω G5453
G5453 is the Greek word φύω, transliterated phýō. The King James Version most often renders it sprung up.
What it means
probably originally, to "puff" or blow, i.e. to swell up; but only used in the implied sense, to germinate or grow (sprout, produce), literally or figuratively.
Where it comes from
a primary verb.
How the King James Version translates it
Across 3 tagged occurrences, counted from this edition's word index.
Strong's own list of renderings: spring (up).
Verses using φύω
All 3 verses, quoted in full.
Luke 8:6 · KJV
And some fell upon a rock; and as soon as it was sprung up, it withered away, because it lacked moisture.
Luke 8:8 · KJV
And other fell on good ground, and sprang up, and bare fruit an hundredfold. And when he had said these things, he cried, He that hath ears to hear, let him hear.
Hebrews 12:15 · KJV
Looking diligently lest any man fail of the grace of God; lest any root of bitterness springing up trouble you, and thereby many be defiled;
Common questions
What does Strong's G5453 mean?
G5453 is the Greek word φύω (phýō), meaning probably originally, to "puff" or blow, i.e. to swell up; but only used in the implied sense, to germinate or grow (sprout, produce), literally or figuratively.
How is G5453 translated in the King James Version?
The King James translators rendered it sprung up (1 time), sprang up (1 time), springing (1 time).
How many times does G5453 appear in the Bible?
φύω (phýō) is tagged in 3 verses of the King James Version in this edition's word index.
Where does G5453 come from?
Strong's gives its derivation as: a primary verb.
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