καταμανθάνω

katamanthánō

G2648 verb

SILEX Entry

Definition

To learn thoroughly, comprehend by close observation, carefully take note of or consider in detail. The verb expresses not only acquiring knowledge but doing so with attentive scrutiny or close study, often implying a process of examining, perceiving, and internalizing information.

Semantic Range

to learn thoroughly, to observe closely, to consider carefully, to note with attention, to examine and internalize

Root / Etymology

From the preposition κατά (kata, 'down, according to, thoroughly') and the verb μανθάνω (manthanō, 'to learn, to understand'). The prefix intensifies the sense, indicating learning with thoroughness or attention to detail.

Historical & Contextual Notes

In classical Greek, μανθάνω generally means 'to learn' (by study or practice), and the addition of the prepositional prefix κατά serves to emphasize the intensity or thoroughness of the process. The compound καταμανθάνω is rare in earlier Greek but occurs in later Koine, such as the New Testament, where its usage indicates careful attention, sometimes translated as 'consider closely' or 'observe with understanding.' Septuagint usage is limited but aligns with this sense of attentive learning or consideration. English Bible translations often render the term as 'consider,' 'observe,' or 'notice carefully,' but these glosses may sometimes understate the cognitive depth implied by the verb, which carries a sense of internalizing knowledge through focused observation. Distinct from simple noticing, καταμανθάνω denotes a reflective or evaluative process.

Original Strong's Gloss (1890)

from κατά and μανθάνω; to learn thoroughly, i.e. (by implication) to note carefully:--consider.

Root Family

καταμανθάνω (katamanthanō) — to learn, to understand, to observe closely

Root μανθ- to learn, to understand

Word Forms

1 distinct form

SIDANCE Surface Transliteration Morphology Common SIBI-P1 SIBI-P2 Occurrences
G2648-01 καταμάθετε katamathete V AOR ACT IMP 2P PL consider Learn thoroughly Learn thoroughly 1

Occurrences in Scripture

1 occurrence

SIDANCE Reference Word Transliteration Morphology Common SIBI-P1 SIBI-P2
G2648-01 Matthew 6:28 καταμάθετε katamathete V AOR ACT IMP 2P PL consider Learn thoroughly Learn thoroughly