The meaning of “συζήτησις”
Understanding syzḗtēsis reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
disputation(-ting), reasoning. - mutual questioning, i.e. discussion
συζήτησις
disputation(-ting), reasoning. - mutual questioning, i.e. discussion
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Acts 15:2 | “When therefore Paul and Barnabas had no small dissension and disputation with them, they determined that Paul and Barnabas, and certain other of them, should go up to Jerusalem unto the apostles and elders about this question.” Word: συζήτησις (syzḗtēsis) | |
| Acts 15:7 | “And when there had been much disputing, Peter rose up, and said unto them, Men and brethren, ye know how that a good while ago God made choice among us, that the Gentiles by my mouth should hear the word of the gospel, and believe.” Word: συζήτησις (syzḗtēsis) | |
| Acts 28:29 | “And when he had said these words, the Jews departed, and had great reasoning among themselves.” Word: συζήτησις (syzḗtēsis) |