Astochéō — G795

Definition

verb

to miss the mark, i.e. (figuratively) deviate from truth

Usually translated as

err, swerve

Origin

from a compound of G1 (as a negative particle) and stoíchos (an aim)

• A (G1)

Occurrences

Astochéō occurs 3 times in the King James.

Distribution of the word across the Bible: 1 Timothy (2), 2 Timothy (1)

• 1 Timothy 1:6 — From which some having swerved (ἀστοχήσαντες) have turned aside unto vain jangling;
• 1 Timothy 6:21 — Which some professing have erred (ἠστόχησαν) concerning the faith. Grace be with thee. Amen.
• 2 Timothy 2:18 — Who concerning the truth have erred (ἠστόχησαν), saying that the resurrection is past already; and overthrow the faith of some.