The meaning of “φημί”
Understanding phēmí reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
properly, the same as the base of φῶς and φαίνω affirm, say. - to show or make known one's thoughts, i.e. speak or say
φημί
properly, the same as the base of φῶς and φαίνω affirm, say. - to show or make known one's thoughts, i.e. speak or say
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 21:27 | “And they answered Jesus, and said, We cannot tell. And he said unto them, Neither tell I you by what authority I do these things.” Word: φημί (phēmí) | |
| Mark 14:29 | “But Peter said unto him, Although all shall be offended, yet will not I.” Word: φημί (phēmí) | |
| Luke 22:58 | “And after a little while another saw him, and said, Thou art also of them. And Peter said, Man, I am not.” Word: φημί (phēmí) | |
| John 9:38 | “And he said, Lord, I believe. And he worshipped him.” Word: φημί (phēmí) | |
| Acts 22:28 | “And the chief captain answered, With a great sum obtained I this freedom. And Paul said, But I was free born.” Word: φημί (phēmí) |