Strong's Lexicon enótizomai: To heed, to listen, to give ear Original Word: ἐνωτίζομαι Word Origin: Derived from the Greek word "ἐν" (en, meaning "in") and "οὖς" (ous, meaning "ear"), literally meaning "to give ear" or "to listen attentively." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent often associated with the concept of listening attentively is שָׁמַע (shama, Strong's H8085), which means to hear, listen, or obey. Usage: The verb ἐνωτίζομαι is used to convey the act of listening attentively or giving heed to something. It implies an active and intentional focus on what is being communicated, often with the purpose of understanding or obeying. In the context of Scripture, it is frequently used to describe the act of listening to God's word or commandments. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Greek culture, listening was considered an important skill, especially in the context of learning and wisdom. The act of giving ear was not merely passive hearing but involved active engagement and response. In the biblical context, listening to God was a central aspect of faith and obedience, reflecting a heart that is open to divine instruction and guidance. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom a comp. of en and ous Definition to give ear, to hearken NASB Translation give heed (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 1801: ἐνωτίζομαιἐνωτίζομαι: in Biblical writings deponent middle; 1 aorist imperative 2 person plural ἐνωτίσασθε; equivalent to ἐν ὠτίοις δέχομαι (Hesychius), to receive into the ear; give ear to: τί, Acts 2:14; the Sept. for הֶאֱזִין; elsewhere only in ecclesiastical and Byzantine writings, and in these also as deponent passive. Cf. Fischer, De vitiis lexicc., p. 693f; (Sturz, Dial. Alex., p. 166; Winer's Grammar, 33). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance hearken. Middle voice from a compound of en and ous; to take in one's ear, i.e. To listen -- hearken. see GREEK en see GREEK ous Forms and Transliterations ενώτια ενωτιείται ενωτίζεσθε ενωτίζεσθέ ενωτίζου ενώτιον ενώτισαι ενωτισασθε ενωτίσασθε ενωτίσασθέ ἐνωτίσασθε ενωτίσατο ενωτίση ενωτισθήσονται ενωτίων ηνωτίσαντο ηνωτίσασθε enotisasthe enotísasthe enōtisasthe enōtísastheLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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