ἑλκόω (helkóō) — Full of Sores

Greek word study: ἑλκόω (helkóō), Strong's G1669. to cause to ulcerate, i.e. (passively) be ulcerous

GreekStrong's G1669
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Greek word
ἑλκόω (helkóō)

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to cause to ulcerate, i.e. (passively) be ulcerous

Word study
Derivation: from G1668 (ἕλκος);

KJV translation words: full of sores

Where this word appears

Strong's G1669 is tagged on 1 word in 1 verse across 1 book of the word-by-word Greek New Testament text on this site. The only verse is Luke 16:20.

How it is rendered in the text

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full of sores ×1

Forms found in the text

The spellings in which the word is actually written, which can differ by prefix, ending or tense.

εἱλκωμένος ×1

Verses (all 1)

  • Luke 16:20 — εἱλκωμένος — full of sores

Related entries

Named in this entry's derivation: G1668 ἕλκος (hélkos).

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Frequently asked questions

What does helkóō (G1669) mean?

To cause to ulcerate, i.e. (passively) be ulcerous.

How is G1669 translated in the KJV?

The KJV translates G1669 as: full of sores.

How often does ἑλκόω (helkóō) appear?

Strong's G1669 is tagged on 1 word in 1 verse across 1 book of the word-by-word Greek New Testament text on this site. The only verse is Luke 16:20.