ἐρώτησον
erōtáō
ask
To ask, inquire, or request (of someone); to pose a question for information or clarification, or to make an earnest request. In Koine and classical usage, commonly denotes personal interaction—either seeking information or expressing a gentle or polite request. The word may also carry the sense of entreating or a courteous appeal, especially in contexts involving social hierarchy or deference.
John 18:21 · Word #4
Lexicon G2065
| Lemma | ἐρωτάω |
| Transliteration | erōtáō |
| Strong's | G2065 |
| Definition | To ask, inquire, or request (of someone); to pose a question for information or clarification, or to make an earnest request. In Koine and classical usage, commonly denotes personal interaction—either seeking information or expressing a gentle or polite request. The word may also carry the sense of entreating or a courteous appeal, especially in contexts involving social hierarchy or deference. |
Morphology V AOR ACT IMP 2P SG
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | V — Verb — An action or state of being |
| Tense | AOR — Aorist — Simple occurrence, often past |
| Voice | ACT — Active — The subject performs the action |
| Mood | IMP — Imperative — A command or request |
| Person | 2P — 2nd person — The one spoken to ("you") |
| Number | SG — Singular — One |
Common Translation
| Phrase | ask |
| Literal | ask-(thou) |
Lexical Info
| Lemma | ἐρωτάω |
| Strong's | G2065 |
SIBI-P1 Translation G2065-11
Ask
| Morphological Notes | Verb; aorist tense (simple/complete action), active voice, imperative mood, 2nd person singular. |
| Rendering Rationale | The aorist active imperative, second person singular, expresses a direct command to perform the act of asking. "Ask" preserves the root sense of personal inquiry or request without adding ongoing aspect. |
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