Strong's Number G4352

προσκυνέω

proskuneo · pros-koo-neh'-o

Transliteration:

proskuneo{pros-koo-neh'-o}

Word Origin:

from 4314 and a probable derivative of 2965 (meaning to kiss, like a dog licking his master's hand)

TDNT:

6:758,948

Part of Speech:

verb

Strong's Definition:

to fawn or crouch to, i.e. (literally or figuratively) prostrate oneself in homage (do reverence to, adore)

Usage in the KJV:

worship 60

Total: 60
Occurs 60 times in the Greek text.

Definition:

to kiss the hand to (towards) one, in token of reverence
among the Orientals, esp. the Persians, to fall upon the knees and touch the ground with the forehead as an expression of profound reverence
in the NT by kneeling or prostration to do homage (to one) or make obeisance, whether in order to express respect or to make supplication
1. used of homage shown to men and beings of superior rank
  1. to the Jewish high priests
  2. to God
  3. to Christ
  4. to heavenly beings
  5. to demons