The meaning of “ἐπίγνωσις”
Understanding epígnōsis reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
(ac-)knowledge(-ing, - ment). - recognition, i.e. (by implication) full discernment, acknowledgement
ἐπίγνωσις
(ac-)knowledge(-ing, - ment). - recognition, i.e. (by implication) full discernment, acknowledgement
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Romans 3:20 | “Therefore by the deeds of the law there shall no flesh be justified in his sight: for by the law is the knowledge of sin.” Word: ἐπίγνωσις (epígnōsis) | |
| Philippians 1:9 | “And this I pray, that your love may abound yet more and more in knowledge and in all judgment;” Word: ἐπίγνωσις (epígnōsis) | |
| 1 Timothy 2:4 | “Who will have all men to be saved, and to come unto the knowledge of the truth.” Word: ἐπίγνωσις (epígnōsis) | |
| Titus 1:1 | “Paul, a servant of God, and an apostle of Jesus Christ, according to the faith of God’s elect, and the acknowledging of the truth which is after godliness;” Word: ἐπίγνωσις (epígnōsis) | |
| Hebrews 10:26 | “For if we sin wilfully after that we have received the knowledge of the truth, there remaineth no more sacrifice for sins,” Word: ἐπίγνωσις (epígnōsis) |