ἐρευνάω

ereunaōVerbG2045

to look for/into

From: apparently from G2046 (ἐρέω) (through the idea of inquiry);

Short Definition

to seek, i.e. (figuratively) to investigate

Full Lexicon Entry

to search, examine: before orat. obliq.
Synonyms
see: ἐξετάζω
LXX Usage: ἐρευν- (exc. A), for חָפַשׂ pi., חָקַר, etc.

Grammar

Part of Speech Verb

Morphology G:V

DescriptionGreek Verb

Occurrences

6 times

Appears 6 times in the New Testament. Top books include:

John
2
1 Corinthians
1
1 Peter
1
Revelation
1
Romans
1

Key Passages

  • 1 Corinthians 2:10
  • 1 Peter 1:11
  • John 5:39
  • John 7:52
  • Revelation 2:23

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