διακρίνω
diakrinōVerbG1252
to judge/doubt
From: from G1223 (διά) and G2919 (κρίνω);
Short Definition
to separate thoroughly, i.e. (literally and reflexively) to withdraw from, or (by implication) oppose; figuratively, to discriminate (by implication, decide), or (reflexively) hesitate
Full Lexicon Entry
1.to separate, hence, to distinguish, discriminate, discern
2.to settle, decide, judge, arbitrate
1.to get a decision, contend, dispute
2.Hellenistic (NT and Eccl., but not LXX), to be divided in one's mind, to hesitate, doubt
LXX Usage: for שׁפט, דִּין, etc.
Grammar
Part of Speech Verb
Morphology G:V
DescriptionGreek Verb
Occurrences
18 timesAppears 18 times in the New Testament. Top books include:
1 Corinthians
5
Acts
4
James
2
Jude
2
Matthew
2
Key Passages
- 1 Corinthians 11:29
- 1 Corinthians 4:7
- Acts 11:2
- James 1:6
- Jude 1:22
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