Strong’s G1326

διεγείρω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

diegeiró

Pronunciation

dee-eg-i'-ro

Definition

To awaken, to stir up, to arouse

Meaning

I wake out of sleep, arouse in general, stir up.

Usage

The verb διεγείρω is used in the New Testament to describe the action of awakening or stirring someone from sleep or inactivity. It conveys a sense of urgency and thoroughness, often implying a transition from a state of rest or dormancy to one of alertness or action. This term can be used both literally, as in waking someone from physical sleep, and metaphorically, as in stirring someone to spiritual awareness or action.

Bible references

Mark 4:39;Luke 8:24;Luke 8:24;John 6:18;2 Peter 1:13;2 Peter 3:1