The meaning of “ἴδε”
Understanding íde reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
second person singular imperative active of εἴδω behold, lo, see. - used as an interjection to denote surprise - lo!
ἴδε
second person singular imperative active of εἴδω behold, lo, see. - used as an interjection to denote surprise - lo!
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 25:25 | “And I was afraid, and went and hid thy talent in the earth: lo, there thou hast that is thine.” Word: ἴδε (íde) | |
| Mark 13:1 | “And as he went out of the temple, one of his disciples saith unto him, Master, see what manner of stones and what buildings are here! ” Word: ἴδε (íde) | |
| John 11:3 | “Therefore his sisters sent unto him, saying, Lord, behold, he whom thou lovest is sick.” Word: ἴδε (íde) | |
| Romans 2:17 | “Behold, thou art called a Jew, and restest in the law, and makest thy boast of God,” Word: ἴδε (íde) | |
| Galatians 5:2 | “Behold, I Paul say unto you, that if ye be circumcised, Christ shall profit you nothing.” Word: ἴδε (íde) |