Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ὑποκρίνομαι”
Understanding hypokrínomai reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
middle voice from ὑπό and κρίνω feign. - to decide (speak or act) under a false part, i.e. (figuratively) dissemble (pre...
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ὑποκρίνομαι
Phonetichoop-ok-rin'-om-ahee
Transliterationhypokrínomai
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
middle voice from ὑπό and κρίνω feign. - to decide (speak or act) under a false part, i.e. (figuratively) dissemble (pretend)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 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: ὑποκρίνομαι (hypokrínomai) |