Strong's Lexicon apostomatizó: To question sharply, to interrogate, to catch in speech Original Word: ἀποστοματίζω Word Origin: From the preposition ἀπό (apo, meaning "from") and στόμα (stoma, meaning "mouth") Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for ἀποστοματίζω, similar concepts of questioning or testing can be found in Hebrew words like נָסָה (nasah, Strong's Hebrew 5254), which means "to test" or "to try." Usage: The verb ἀποστοματίζω is used to describe the act of questioning someone in a way that is intended to trap or catch them in their words. It implies a form of interrogation that is not merely seeking information but is designed to challenge or entrap the speaker. Cultural and Historical Background: In the context of the New Testament, the act of questioning someone to catch them in their words was a common practice among religious leaders and teachers. This method was often used by the Pharisees and scribes in their interactions with Jesus, as they sought to find fault in His teachings and actions. The cultural setting of first-century Judea was one where public debate and discourse were common, and religious leaders often engaged in such tactics to maintain authority and challenge those they viewed as threats. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom apo and stoma Definition to catechize, i.e. to question NASB Translation question...closely (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 653: ἀποστοματίζωἀποστοματίζω; (στοματίζω — not extant — from στόμα); properly, "to speak ἀπό στόματος (cf. ἀποστηθίζω); 1. to recite from memory: Themistius, or. 20, p. 238, Hard. edition; to repeat to a pupil (anything) for him to commit to memory: Plato, Euthyd., p. 276 c., 277 a.; used of a Sibyl prophesying, Plutarch, Thes. 24. 2. to ply with questions, catechize, and so to entice to (off-hand) answers: τινα, Luke 11:53. From apo and a (presumed) derivative of stoma; to speak off-hand (properly, dictate), i.e. To catechize (in an invidious manner) -- provoke to speak. see GREEK apo see GREEK stoma |
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