What does kolakeia mean in Greek?

Occurrences in Scripture

G2850

Strong's number

Greek

Original language

flattery, adulation, obsequiousness, 1 Thess. 2:5*

In the original Greek the word is written: κολακεία

Scripture references

Top 1 Bible verses with kolakeia

These are the most notable occurrences of kolakeia (G2850) across the King James Bible.

1 Thessalonians 2:5

For neither at any time used we flattering words, as ye know, nor a cloke of covetousness; God is witness:

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions about kolakeia

What does kolakeia mean in Greek?

Strong's G2850 (kolakeia) is a Greek word that means: flattery, adulation, obsequiousness, 1 Thess. 2:5* It appears 1 times in the King James Bible.

How many times does kolakeia appear in the Bible?

The word kolakeia (G2850) appears 1 times in the original Greek text.

What is Strong's number G2850?

Strong's G2850 is kolakeia, a Greek word defined as: flattery, adulation, obsequiousness, 1 Thess. 2:5*. James Strong catalogued this in his 1890 concordance to help English readers study the original languages of the Bible.

Is kolakeia in the Old Testament or New Testament?

kolakeia is a Greek word found in the New Testament.