ἐρευνάωereunáō
to search, examine: John 7:52; with acc rei, John 5:39, Romans 8:27, 1 Corinthians 2:10, Revelation 2:23; followed by orat.
Greek (New Testament) · G2045
Meanings
obliq., 1 Peter 1:11.
Synonyms
see ἐξετάζω
Same root
Where it appears
Appears 6 times in the Bible.
- John 5:39 “You search the Scriptures because you think they give you eternal life. But the Scriptures point to me!
- John 7:52 They replied, “Are you from Galilee, too? Search the Scriptures and see for yourself—no prophet ever comes from Galilee!”
- Romans 8:27 And the Father who knows all hearts knows what the Spirit is saying, for the Spirit pleads for us believers in harmony with God’s own will.
- 1 Corinthians 2:10 But it was to us that God revealed these things by his Spirit. For his Spirit searches out everything and shows us God’s deep secrets.
- 1 Peter 1:11 They wondered what time or situation the Spirit of Christ within them was talking about when he told them in advance about Christ’s suffering and his great glory afterward.
- Revelation 2:23 I will strike her children dead. Then all the churches will know that I am the one who searches out the thoughts and intentions of every person. And I will give to each of you whatever you deserve.
Source: G. Abbott-Smith, A Manual Greek Lexicon of the New Testament (1922), public domain.