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ἆσσον G788
G788 is the Greek word ἆσσον, transliterated âsson. The King James Version most often renders it close by.
What it means
more nearly, i.e. very near.
Where it comes from
neuter comparative of the base of G1451 (ἐγγύς).
How the King James Version translates it
Across 1 tagged occurrence, counted from this edition's word index.
Strong's own list of renderings: close.
Verses using ἆσσον
All 1 verse, quoted in full.
Acts 27:13 · KJV
And when the south wind blew softly, supposing that they had obtained their purpose, loosing thence, they sailed close by Crete.
Common questions
What does Strong's G788 mean?
G788 is the Greek word ἆσσον (âsson), meaning more nearly, i.e. very near.
How is G788 translated in the King James Version?
The King James translators rendered it close by (1 time).
How many times does G788 appear in the Bible?
ἆσσον (âsson) is tagged in 1 verse of the King James Version in this edition's word index.
Where does G788 come from?
Strong's gives its derivation as: neuter comparative of the base of G1451 (ἐγγύς).
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