"to encircle, surround, encompass, Rev. 20:9*"
Definition and meaning
to encircle, surround, encompass, Rev. 20:9*
In the original Greek the word is written: κυκλεύω
Historical context
The Roman Empire provided infrastructure no previous civilization had built — roads, sea routes, a common language in Greek, and relative peace across the Mediterranean. Jewish synagogues existed in every major city, giving Paul a starting point everywhere he traveled. The early church had no buildings, no political power, no social standing — and spread faster than any movement in ancient history.
The people who first heard this word were not reading a book — they were living through empires, oppression, exile, and covenant. Every word carried the weight of that reality. Understanding it changes how you read Scripture.
Scripture references
These are the most notable occurrences of kykleuo (G2942) across the King James Bible.
Nevertheless the centurion believed the master and the owner of the ship, more than those things which were spoken by Paul.
For in one hour so great riches is come to nought. And every shipmaster, and all the company in ships, and sailors, and as many as trade by sea, stood afar off,
Refiner gives you the full lexicon entry, AI-powered verse insight, historical commentary, cross-references, and voice study — all in one place.
Free to start · Disciple $4.99/mo · Shepherd $9.99/mo
Common questions
Strong's G2942 (kykleuo) is a Greek word that means: to encircle, surround, encompass, Rev. 20:9* It appears 2 times in the King James Bible.
The word kykleuo (G2942) appears 2 times in the original Greek text.
Strong's G2942 is kykleuo, a Greek word defined as: to encircle, surround, encompass, Rev. 20:9*. James Strong catalogued this in his 1890 concordance to help English readers study the original languages of the Bible.
kykleuo is a Greek word found in the New Testament.