Study a Bible word in its passage

Understand what the number identifies

A Strong's number identifies an original-language dictionary entry. An H prefix indicates Hebrew or Aramaic material; a G prefix indicates Greek. The number gives you a way to follow the same underlying word even when the KJV uses different English renderings. Conversely, the same English word can represent different original words in different passages.

SureWord provides original words, transliterations and Strong's definitions to support that investigation. Treat the definition as information to weigh against the sentence. A dictionary may list several possible senses, but that does not mean every sense applies to every occurrence. Read the immediate context before deciding which meaning fits.

Let the passage govern the word study

Consider patience in James 1:3. Read James 1:2-4 first and observe the connection between trials, the trying of faith and patience. Then inspect the underlying word and compare other occurrences. Ask what those passages share and where their situations differ. Bring that evidence back to James before writing a conclusion.

Avoid building a teaching from a word's roots, a striking English resemblance or a definition detached from the verse. A word's history does not automatically determine its meaning in a particular sentence. Original-language tools should help you read the KJV carefully and compare Scripture with Scripture, with the passage governing your conclusions.

Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.

2 Timothy 2:15 · KJV

Connect careful study with a personal question

You do not need to learn a language before asking a useful question. For example, suppose you have told SureWord that you are studying endurance during a demanding season of caregiving. You could ask how patience functions in James 1:3 and request a comparison with another passage using the same original word. Keep the passages open while you consider the explanation.

Save a note that includes the reference, the Strong's number, the meaning supported by the passage and one remaining question. Then write a practical response that follows the text. A careful word study should leave you better prepared to understand and obey Scripture, with the evidence close enough to check again.