What does ptoesis mean in Greek?

Occurrences in Scripture

G4423

Strong's number

Greek

Original language

consternation, dismay, 1 Pet. 3:6*

In the original Greek the word is written: πτόησις

Scripture references

Top 1 Bible verses with ptoesis

These are the most notable occurrences of ptoesis (G4423) across the King James Bible.

1 Peter 3:6

Even as Sara obeyed Abraham, calling him lord: whose daughters ye are, as long as ye do well, and are not afraid with any amazement.

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions about ptoesis

What does ptoesis mean in Greek?

Strong's G4423 (ptoesis) is a Greek word that means: consternation, dismay, 1 Pet. 3:6* It appears 1 times in the King James Bible.

How many times does ptoesis appear in the Bible?

The word ptoesis (G4423) appears 1 times in the original Greek text.

What is Strong's number G4423?

Strong's G4423 is ptoesis, a Greek word defined as: consternation, dismay, 1 Pet. 3:6*. James Strong catalogued this in his 1890 concordance to help English readers study the original languages of the Bible.

Is ptoesis in the Old Testament or New Testament?

ptoesis is a Greek word found in the New Testament.