◄ G2978 ►

λαῖλαψ

Transliteration

lailaps;

Pronunciation

lah'-ee-laps

Parts of Speech

n f

Root Word (Etymology)

of uncertain derivation

KJV Translation Count — 3x

The KJV translates Strongs H1 in the following manner: storm (2), tempest (1)

Outline of Biblical Usage

1. a whirlwind, a tempestuous wind
2. a violent attack of wind, a squall
a. never a single gust nor a steady blowing wind, however violent, but a storm breaking forth from black thunder clouds in furious gusts, with floods of rain, and throwing everything topsy-turvy
For Synonyms see entry 5923

Strong's Definitions

lah'ee-laps; of uncertain derivative; a whirlwind (squall): — storm, tempest.

Concordance Results Using KJV

Mark 4:37 Mrk 4:37

And there arose a great G2978 of wind, and the waves beat into the ship, so that it was now full.

KJV

Luke 8:23 Luk 8:23

But as they sailed he fell asleep: and there came down a G2978 of wind on the lake; and they were filled with water, and were in jeopardy.

KJV

2 Peter 2:17 2 Pet 2:17

These are wells without water, clouds that are carried with a G2978; to whom the mist of darkness is reserved for ever.

KJV