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The meaning of πειράω

Understanding peiráō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.

Definition

assay. - to test (subjectively), i.e. (reflexively) to attempt

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πειράω

Phoneticpi-rah'-o
Transliterationpeiráō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

assay. - to test (subjectively), i.e. (reflexively) to attempt

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

2 total references
ReferenceText
Acts 9:26

And when Saul was come to Jerusalem, he assayed to join himself to the disciples: but they were all afraid of him, and believed not that he was a disciple.

Word: πειράω (peiráō)
Acts 26:21

For these causes the Jews caught me in the temple, and went about to kill me.

Word: πειράω (peiráō)

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
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Most Frequent Book
Acts
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