γινώσκειν
ginṓskō
to know
To come to know, to recognize, to perceive through experience or observation; to acquire or possess knowledge. The term encompasses the process of coming to know (learning, realizing), as well as the state of having knowledge or understanding. In particular contexts, it may indicate intimate acquaintance, recognition, or comprehension of truth.
John 2:24 · Word #11
Lexicon G1097
| Lemma | γινώσκω |
| Transliteration | ginṓskō |
| Strong's | G1097 |
| Definition | To come to know, to recognize, to perceive through experience or observation; to acquire or possess knowledge. The term encompasses the process of coming to know (learning, realizing), as well as the state of having knowledge or understanding. In particular contexts, it may indicate intimate acquaintance, recognition, or comprehension of truth. |
Morphology V PRS ACT INF
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | V — Verb — An action or state of being |
| Tense | PRS — Present — Ongoing or repeated action |
| Voice | ACT — Active — The subject performs the action |
| Mood | INF — Infinitive — The verbal idea without person/number |
Common Translation
| Phrase | to know |
| Literal | to-be-knowing |
Lexical Info
| Lemma | γινώσκω |
| Strong's | G1097 |
SIBI-P1 Translation G1097-20
to be coming to know
| Morphological Notes | Verb; present tense (ongoing aspect), active voice, infinitive mood. |
| Rendering Rationale | The present active infinitive expresses an ongoing or unfolding process of acquiring knowledge. "To be coming to know" preserves the root sense of experiential recognition while reflecting the present aspect and infinitive form. |
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