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2.5 KiB

know, knows, knew, knowing, knowledge, known, make known, makes known, made known, unknown, foreknew, foreknowledge

Definition:

To "know" means to understand something or to be aware of a fact. The expression "make known" is an expression that means to tell information.

  • The term "knowledge" refers to information that people know. It can apply to knowing things in both the physical and spiritual worlds.
  • To "know about" God means to understand facts about him because of what he has revealed to us.
  • To "know" God means to have a relationship with him. This also applies to knowing people.
  • To know God's will means to be aware of what he has commanded, or to understand what he wants a person to do.
  • To "know the Law" means to be aware of what God has commanded or to understand what God has instructed in the laws he gave to Moses.
  • Sometimes "knowledge" is used as a synonym for "wisdom," which includes living in a way that is pleasing to God.
  • The "knowledge of God" is sometimes used as a synonym for the "fear of Yahweh."

Translation Suggestions

  • Depending on the context, ways to translate "know" could include "understand" or "be familiar with" or "be aware of" or "be acquainted with" or "be in relationship with."
  • Some languages have two different words for "know," one for knowing facts and one for knowing a person and having a relationship with him.
  • The term "make known" could be translated as "cause people to know" or "reveal" or "tell about" or "explain."
  • To "know about" something could be translated as "be aware of" or "be familiar with."
  • The expression "know how to" means to understand the process or method of getting something done. It could also be translated as "be able to" or "have the skill to."
  • The term "knowledge" could also be translated as "what is known" or "wisdom" or "understanding," depending on the context.

(See also: law, reveal, understand, wise)

Bible References:

Word Data:

  • Strong's: H1843, H1844, H1847, H1875, H3045, H3046, H4093, H4486, H5046, H5234, H5475, H5869, G50, G56, G1097, G1107, G1108, G1492, G1921, G1922, G1987, G2467, G2589, G4267, G4894