Strong’s G1922 · Greek

ἐπίγνωσις
epígnōsis

Definition

recognition, i.e. (by implication) full discernment, acknowledgement

Etymology

from G1921 (ἐπιγινώσκω);

Where the KJV renders it

  • (ac-)knowledge(-ing
  • - ment)

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What the first audience heard

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