περιέχω (periéchō) — Astonished

Greek word study: περιέχω (periéchō), Strong's G4023. to hold all around, i.e. include, clasp (figuratively)

GreekStrong's G4023
Quick definition
Greek word
περιέχω (periéchō)

Computer-generated, not a recording of historical speech.

to hold all around, i.e. include, clasp (figuratively)

Word study
Derivation: from G4012 (περί) and G2192 (ἔχω);

KJV translation words: + astonished, contain, after (this manner)

Where this word appears

Strong's G4023 is tagged on 2 words in 2 verses across 2 books of the word-by-word Greek New Testament text on this site. It first appears in Luke 5:9 and last appears in 1 Peter 2:6.

How it is rendered in the text

The plain-English sense shown on each tagged word, with the number of times each appears.

it is contained ×1laid hold ×1

Forms found in the text

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

περιέσχεν ×1περιέχει ×1

Books where it appears most

Luke ×11 Peter ×1

Verses (all 2)

  • Luke 5:9 — περιέσχεν — laid hold
  • 1 Peter 2:6 — περιέχει — it is contained

Related entries

Named in this entry's derivation: G4012 περί (perí), G2192 ἔχω (échō).

Entries whose derivation names this word: G4042 περιοχή (periochḗ).

Counts and verses come from the word-by-word tagging of the original-language text published on this site (STEPBible data, CC BY 4.0). They count tagged words, not English translations.

Frequently asked questions

What does periéchō (G4023) mean?

To hold all around, i.e. include, clasp (figuratively).

How is G4023 translated in the KJV?

The KJV translates G4023 as: + astonished, contain, after (this manner).

How often does περιέχω (periéchō) appear?

Strong's G4023 is tagged on 2 words in 2 verses across 2 books of the word-by-word Greek New Testament text on this site. It first appears in Luke 5:9 and last appears in 1 Peter 2:6.