Strong’s G1983

ἐπισκοπέω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

episkopeó

Pronunciation

eh-pee-sko-PEH-oh

Definition

To oversee, to look upon, to care for

Meaning

I exercise oversight, care for, visit.

Usage

The verb ἐπισκοπέω primarily means to oversee or to look upon with the intent of caring for or managing. It conveys the idea of attentive supervision and responsibility, often in a spiritual or communal context. In the New Testament, it is used to describe the role of leaders or overseers within the church, emphasizing their duty to watch over the spiritual well-being of the congregation.

Bible references

Hebrews 12:15;1 Peter 5:2