Strong’s G0607

ἀποκεφαλίζω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

apokephalizó

Pronunciation

ah-po-keh-fah-LEE-zo

Definition

To behead

Meaning

I behead.

Usage

The verb ἀποκεφαλίζω (apokephalizó) is used in the New Testament to describe the act of beheading or decapitating someone. It is a literal term that refers to the physical removal of the head from the body, often as a form of execution or punishment.

Bible references

Matthew 14:10;Mark 6:16;Mark 6:27;Luke 9:9