διανοίγω

dianoigōVerbG1272

to open up

From: from G1223 (διά) and G455 (ἀνοίγω);

Short Definition

to open thoroughly, literally (as a first-born) or figuratively (to expound)

Full Lexicon Entry

to open up completely, to open: (LXX); pass. Metaphorical, δ. νοῦν, καρδίαν, pass., οἱ ὀφθαλμοί; of explaining, γραφάς.
LXX Usage: for פֶּטֶר (Ex, Nu), פָּקַח, פָּתַח, etc.

Grammar

Part of Speech Verb

Morphology G:V

DescriptionGreek Verb

Occurrences

8 times

Appears 8 times in the New Testament. Top books include:

Luke
4
Acts
3
Mark
1

Key Passages

  • Acts 16:14
  • Acts 17:3
  • Acts 7:56
  • Luke 2:23
  • Luke 24:31

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