Greek Word Study
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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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
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
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 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) |