Strong’s G1921 · Greek

ἐπιγινώσκω
epiginṓskō

Definition

to know upon some mark, i.e. recognize; by implication, to become fully acquainted with, to acknowledge

Etymology

from G1909 (ἐπί) and G1097 (γινώσκω);

Where the KJV renders it

  • (ac-
  • have
  • take)know(-ledge
  • well)
  • perceive

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What the first audience heard

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