Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἀκριβόω”
Understanding akribóō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
enquire diligently. - to be exact, i.e. ascertain
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἀκριβόω
Phoneticak-ree-bo'-o
Transliterationakribóō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
enquire diligently. - to be exact, i.e. ascertain
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 2:7 | “Then Herod, when he had privily called the wise men, enquired of them diligently what time the star appeared.” Word: ἀκριβόω (akribóō) | |
| Matthew 2:16 | “Then Herod, when he saw that he was mocked of the wise men, was exceeding wroth, and sent forth, and slew all the children that were in Bethlehem, and in all the coasts thereof, from two years old and under, according to the time which he had diligently enquired of the wise men.” Word: ἀκριβόω (akribóō) |