Strong’s G3985

πειράζω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

peirazó

Pronunciation

pi-rad'-zo

Definition

To test, to tempt, to try, to examine

Meaning

I try, tempt, test.

Usage

Peirazó is a verb used in the New Testament to describe the act of testing or trying someone or something. It can refer to both positive testing, such as examining the quality or faithfulness of a person, and negative testing, such as tempting someone to do evil. The context in which it is used often determines whether the connotation is positive or negative. In a positive sense, it can refer to God testing the faith of believers to strengthen them. In a negative sense, it can refer to Satan or evil forces tempting individuals to sin.

Bible references

Matthew 4:1;Matthew 4:3;Matthew 16:1;Matthew 19:3;Matthew 22:18;Matthew 22:35;Mark 1:13;Mark 8:11;Mark 10:2;Mark 12:15;Luke 4:2;Luke 11:16;John 6:6;John 8:6;Acts 5:9;Acts 9:26;Acts 15:10;Acts 16:7;Acts 24:6;1 Corinthians 7:5;1 Corinthians 10:9;1 Corinthians 10:13;2 Corinthians 13:5;Galatians 6:1;1 Thessalonians 3:5