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Βαλαάμ G903
G903 is the Greek word Βαλαάμ, transliterated Balaám. The King James Version most often renders it balaam.
What it means
Balaam, a Mesopotamian (symbolic of a false teacher).
Where it comes from
of Hebrew origin (H01109).
How the King James Version translates it
Across 3 tagged occurrences, counted from this edition's word index.
Strong's own list of renderings: Balaam.
Verses using Βαλαάμ
All 3 verses, quoted in full.
2 Peter 2:15 · KJV
Which have forsaken the right way, and are gone astray, following the way of Balaam the son of Bosor, who loved the wages of unrighteousness;
Jude 1:11 · KJV
Woe unto them! for they have gone in the way of Cain, and ran greedily after the error of Balaam for reward, and perished in the gainsaying of Core.
Revelation 2:14 · KJV
But I have a few things against thee, because thou hast there them that hold the doctrine of Balaam, who taught Balac to cast a stumblingblock before the children of Israel, to eat things sacrificed unto idols, and to commit fornication.
Common questions
What does Strong's G903 mean?
G903 is the Greek word Βαλαάμ (Balaám), meaning Balaam, a Mesopotamian (symbolic of a false teacher).
How is G903 translated in the King James Version?
The King James translators rendered it balaam (3 times).
How many times does G903 appear in the Bible?
Βαλαάμ (Balaám) is tagged in 3 verses of the King James Version in this edition's word index.
Where does G903 come from?
Strong's gives its derivation as: of Hebrew origin (H01109).
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