The meaning of “παρατηρέω”
Understanding paratēréō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
observe, watch. - to inspect alongside, i.e. note insidiously or scrupulously
παρατηρέω
observe, watch. - to inspect alongside, i.e. note insidiously or scrupulously
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Mark 3:2 | “And they watched him, whether he would heal him on the sabbath day; that they might accuse him.” Word: παρατηρέω (paratēréō) | |
| Luke 6:7 | “And the scribes and Pharisees watched him, whether he would heal on the sabbath day; that they might find an accusation against him.” Word: παρατηρέω (paratēréō) | |
| Luke 20:20 | “And they watched him, and sent forth spies, which should feign themselves just men, that they might take hold of his words, that so they might deliver him unto the power and authority of the governor.” Word: παρατηρέω (paratēréō) | |
| Acts 9:24 | “But their laying await was known of Saul. And they watched the gates day and night to kill him.” Word: παρατηρέω (paratēréō) | |
| Galatians 4:10 | “Ye observe days, and months, and times, and years.” Word: παρατηρέω (paratēréō) |