Strong's Lexicon diakouó: To hear thoroughly, to listen intently Original Word: διακούω Word Origin: From the Greek preposition διά (dia, meaning "through" or "thoroughly") and the verb ἀκούω (akouo, meaning "to hear" or "to listen"). Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent often associated with the concept of hearing is שָׁמַע (shama, Strong's Hebrew 8085), which also means to hear, listen, or obey. Usage: The verb διακούω (diakouó) conveys the idea of listening with intent and understanding, often implying a thorough or complete hearing. It suggests not just the act of hearing sounds, but an attentive and discerning listening that seeks to comprehend and respond appropriately. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, listening was considered an important skill, especially in the context of oral traditions and teachings. The ability to hear and understand was crucial for learning and passing on knowledge. In the Jewish context, listening was also a key aspect of religious life, as the Shema (Deuteronomy 6:4) begins with the command to "hear" (שְׁמַע, shema) and underscores the importance of listening to God's commandments. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom dia and akouó Definition to give a hearing to NASB Translation give...a hearing (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 1251: διακούωδιακούω: future διακούσομαί; properly, to hear one through, hear to the end, hear with care, hear fully, (cf. διά, C. 2) (Xenophon, Plato, and following): of a judge trying a cause, Acts 23:35; so in Deuteronomy 1:16; Dio Cass. 36, 53 (36). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance hear. Middle voice from dia and akouo; to hear throughout, i.e. Patiently listen (to a prisoner's plea) -- hear. see GREEK dia see GREEK akouo Forms and Transliterations διακούετε Διακουσομαι Διακούσομαί διακούων Diakousomai DiakoúsomaíLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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