Strong's Lexicon dierótaó: To inquire thoroughly, to question closely, to interrogate. Original Word: διερωτάω Word Origin: From the Greek preposition διά (dia, meaning "through" or "thoroughly") and ἐρωτάω (erótaó, meaning "to ask" or "to inquire"). Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for διερωτάω, similar concepts of questioning or inquiring can be found in Hebrew words like שָׁאַל (sha'al, Strong's H7592), which means "to ask" or "to inquire." Usage: The verb διερωτάω is used to describe the act of questioning or inquiring with intensity or thoroughness. It implies a deeper level of questioning, often with the intent to understand or uncover truth. This term is used in contexts where a more detailed or persistent inquiry is being made. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, questioning and dialogue were central to philosophical and educational practices. The method of inquiry was not only a means of gaining information but also a way to engage in deeper understanding and debate. In the context of the New Testament, questioning was a common practice among religious leaders, teachers, and followers of Jesus as they sought to understand His teachings and actions. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom dia and erótaó Definition to find by inquiry NASB Translation asked directions (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 1331: διερωτάωδιερωτάω: 1 aorist participle διερωτησας; to ask through (i. e., ask many, one after another): τί, to find out by asking, to inquire out, Acts 10:17. (Xenophon, Plato, Demosthenes, Polybius, Dio Cassius, 43, 10; 48, 8.) Cf. Winer's De verb. comp. etc. Part v., p. 15. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance to ask about, learn by inquiryFrom dia and erotao; to question throughout, i.e. Ascertain by interrogation -- make enquiry foreign see GREEK dia see GREEK erotao Forms and Transliterations διερωτησαντες διερωτήσαντες διετηρίδα dierotesantes dierotḗsantes dierōtēsantes dierōtḗsantesLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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