Word Study
The meaning of “γινώσκω”
Understanding ginṓskō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
G1097
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
γινώσκω
Phoneticghin-oce'-ko
Transliterationginṓskō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
a prolonged form of a primary verb allow, be aware (of), feel, (have) know(-ledge), perceived, be resolved, can speak, be sure, understand. - to "know" (absolutely) in a great variety of applications and with many implications (as follow, with others not thus clearly expressed)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
206 total references
Usage Statistics
Total Occurrences
206x
Most Frequent Book
John
Book Distribution
Matthew20
Mark13
Luke28
John49
Acts17
Romans9
1 Corinthians12
2 Corinthians7
Galatians3
Ephesians2
Philippians5
Colossians1
1 Thessalonians1
2 Timothy3
Hebrews4
James3
2 Peter2
1 John21
2 John1
Revelation5
Devotional Reflection
How does the original Greek meaning of 'γινώσκω' deepen your understanding of Matthew 16:8?