The meaning of “βλέπω”
Understanding blépō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
a primary verb behold, beware, lie, look (on, to), perceive, regard, see, sight, take heed. - to look at (literally or f...
βλέπω
a primary verb behold, beware, lie, look (on, to), perceive, regard, see, sight, take heed. - to look at (literally or figuratively)
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 13:14 | “And in them is fulfilled the prophecy of Esaias, which saith, By hearing ye shall hear, and shall not understand; and seeing ye shall see, and shall not perceive:” Word: βλέπω (blépō) | |
| John 9:39 | “And Jesus said, For judgment I am come into this world, that they which see not might see; and that they which see might be made blind.” Word: βλέπω (blépō) | |
| 1 Corinthians 10:12 | “Wherefore let him that thinketh he standeth take heed lest he fall.” Word: βλέπω (blépō) | |
| Ephesians 5:15 | “See then that ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise,” Word: βλέπω (blépō) | |
| Hebrews 11:1 | “Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.” Word: βλέπω (blépō) |