Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἀποκεφαλίζω”
Understanding apokephalízō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
behead. - to decapitate
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἀποκεφαλίζω
Phoneticap-ok-ef-al-id'-zo
Transliterationapokephalízō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
behead. - to decapitate
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
4 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 14:10 | “And he sent, and beheaded John in the prison.” Word: ἀποκεφαλίζω (apokephalízō) | |
| Mark 6:16 | “But when Herod heard thereof, he said, It is John, whom I beheaded: he is risen from the dead.” Word: ἀποκεφαλίζω (apokephalízō) | |
| Mark 6:27 | “And immediately the king sent an executioner, and commanded his head to be brought: and he went and beheaded him in the prison,” Word: ἀποκεφαλίζω (apokephalízō) | |
| Luke 9:9 | “And Herod said, John have I beheaded: but who is this, of whom I hear such things? And he desired to see him.” Word: ἀποκεφαλίζω (apokephalízō) |