Strong's Lexicon aisthanomai: To perceive, to sense, to understand Original Word: αἰσθάνομαι Word Origin: Derived from the Greek root αἴσθησις (aisthesis), meaning "perception" or "sensation." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "aisthanomai," similar concepts of perception and understanding can be found in Hebrew words like בִּין (bin, Strong's H995) meaning "to discern" or "to understand." Usage: The verb "aisthanomai" is used in the New Testament to convey the act of perceiving or understanding something through the senses or the mind. It implies a deeper level of comprehension or discernment, often involving insight or awareness that goes beyond mere observation. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, perception and understanding were highly valued, often associated with wisdom and knowledge. The ability to perceive was not just about physical senses but also about intellectual and spiritual insight. This concept was significant in philosophical discussions, particularly among Stoics and Epicureans, who debated the nature of perception and knowledge. HELPS Word-studies Cognate: 143 aisthánomai (from aiō, "perceive by using the senses") – to know (perceive) through sense, i.e. the external (especially physical) senses which brings a "resonating sense of inner discernment" (used only in Lk 9:45). See 145 (aisthētērion). NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom aió (to perceive) Definition to perceive NASB Translation perceive (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 143: αἰσθάνομαιαἰσθάνομαι: 2 aorist ᾐσθόμην; (from Aeschylus down); deponent middle to perceive; 1. by the bodily senses; 2. with the mind; to understand: Luke 9:45. Of uncertain derivation; to apprehend (properly, by the senses) -- perceive. |
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