Strong’s G5316

φαίνω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

phainó

Pronunciation

fah'-ee-no

Definition

To appear, to shine, to become visible, to be evident

Meaning

(a) act: I shine, shed light, (b) pass: I shine, become visible, appear, (c) I become clear, appear, seem, show myself as.

Usage

The Greek verb "phainó" primarily means "to appear" or "to shine." It is used in the New Testament to describe the act of becoming visible or manifest, often in the context of light or revelation. The term can also imply making something known or evident, highlighting the transition from obscurity to clarity.

Bible references

Matthew 1:20;Matthew 2:7;Matthew 2:13;Matthew 2:19;Matthew 6:5;Matthew 6:16;Matthew 6:18;Matthew 9:33;Matthew 13:26;Matthew 23:27;Matthew 23:28;Matthew 24:27;Matthew 24:30;Mark 14:64;Mark 16:9;Luke 9:8;Luke 24:11;John 1:5;John 5:35;Romans 7:13;2 Corinthians 13:7;Philippians 2:15;Hebrews 11:3;James 4:14;1 Peter 4:18