The meaning of “διαπορέω”
Understanding diaporéō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
(be in) doubt, be (much) perplexed. - to be thoroughly nonplussed
διαπορέω
(be in) doubt, be (much) perplexed. - to be thoroughly nonplussed
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 9:7 | “Now Herod the tetrarch heard of all that was done by him: and he was perplexed, because that it was said of some, that John was risen from the dead;” Word: διαπορέω (diaporéō) | |
| Luke 24:4 | “And it came to pass, as they were much perplexed thereabout, behold, two men stood by them in shining garments:” Word: διαπορέω (diaporéō) | |
| Acts 2:12 | “And they were all amazed, and were in doubt, saying one to another, What meaneth this?” Word: διαπορέω (diaporéō) | |
| Acts 5:24 | “Now when the high priest and the captain of the temple and the chief priests heard these things, they doubted of them whereunto this would grow.” Word: διαπορέω (diaporéō) | |
| Acts 10:17 | “Now while Peter doubted in himself what this vision which he had seen should mean, behold, the men which were sent from Cornelius had made enquiry for Simon’s house, and stood before the gate,” Word: διαπορέω (diaporéō) |