Strong’s G1987

ἐπίσταμαι

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

epistamai

Pronunciation

eh-PIS-tah-my

Definition

To know, to understand, to be acquainted with

Meaning

I know, know of, understand.

Usage

The verb "epistamai" conveys a sense of knowing or understanding something thoroughly. It implies a familiarity or acquaintance with a subject, often through experience or study. In the New Testament, it is used to describe a deep, comprehensive knowledge, often in contrast to superficial or incomplete understanding.

Bible references

Mark 14:68;Acts 10:28;Acts 15:7;Acts 18:25;Acts 19:15;Acts 19:25;Acts 20:18;Acts 22:19;Acts 24:10;Acts 26:26;1 Timothy 6:4;Hebrews 11:8;James 4:14;Jude 1:10