KJV word meaning
What does “Comforter” mean in the Bible?
Comforter = helper, advocate (the Holy Spirit)
“But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things.”John 14:26, King James Version
Explanation
The “Comforter” is the Holy Spirit, who helps, teaches and stands beside believers.
More King James words
Anonat once, immediatelyBegatwas the father ofBeseechbeg, urge, pleadCharityloveComforterhelper, advocate (the Holy Spirit)Conversationway of life, behaviourCovetwant what belongs to someone elseFaingladly, eagerlyFirmamentsky, expanseHath, Dothhas, doesHoly GhostHoly SpiritHusbandmanfarmer, gardenerLethinder, hold backLolook, beholdLongsufferingpatienceMammonmoney, wealthMeatfood (any kind)Meeknessgentle strength, humilityPeradventureperhaps, what ifPreventgo before, come beforePublicantax collectorQuickliving, aliveRaimentclothingSorevery, greatlySufferallow, letTarrystay, waitTemperanceself-controlThee, Thou, Thy, Thineyou, your, yours (said to one person)TwaintwoVerilytruly, I tell you the truthVictualsfood, suppliesWistknewWotknowYeyou (plural)
Questions
What does comforter mean in the KJV?
In the King James Version, “Comforter” means helper, advocate (the Holy Spirit). The “Comforter” is the Holy Spirit, who helps, teaches and stands beside believers.
Why does the King James Bible use old words?
The King James Version was published in 1611, and English has changed since then. Some words have dropped out of use and others have changed meaning.