Lexical Summary exégeomai: To explain, to interpret, to declare Original Word: ἐξηγέομαι Strong's Exhaustive Concordance declare, tell. From ek and hegeomai; to consider out (aloud), i.e. Rehearse, unfold -- declare, tell. see GREEK ek see GREEK hegeomai HELPS Word-studies 1834 eksēgéomai (from 1537 /ek, "completely out of from" intensifying 2233 /hēgéomai, "to lead by showing priority") – properly, lead out completely (thoroughly bring forth), i.e. explain (narrate) in a way that clarifies what is uppermost (has priority). [1834 (eksēgéomai) is the root of the English terms, "exegesis, exegete." About NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom ek and hégeomai Definition to show the way NASB Translation explained (2), relate (2), related (1), relating (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 1834: ἐξηγέομαιἐξηγέομαι, ἐξηγοῦμαι; imperfect ἐξηγουμην; 1 aorist ἐξηγησαμην; 1. properly, to lead out, be leader, go before (Homer, et al.). 2. metaphorically, (cf. German ausführen) to draw out in narrative, unfold in teaching; a. to recount, rehearse: (with the accusative of the thing and the dative of person, Acts 10:8); with the accusative of thing, Luke 24:35; Acts 21:19; without an accusative, followed by relative pronoun or adverb, ὅσα ἐποίησεν, Acts 15:12; καθώς, 14 (so in Greek writings from Herodotus down; the Sept. for סִפֵר, Judges 7:13, etc.). b. to unfold, declare: John 1:18 (namely, the things relating to God; also used in Greek writings of the interpretation of things sacred and divine, oracles, dreams, etc.; cf. Meyer at the passage; Alberti, Observationes etc., p. 207f). Strong’s Greek 1834 highlights the sacred task of “drawing out” and “setting forth in full” the deeds and character of God. In Scripture the verb always bears a testimonial force: it is not bare information but authoritative witness that summons faith. The speaker becomes a herald who unfolds what God has done and who He is, thereby advancing redemptive history. Revelation through the Son (John 1:18) The most profound instance is John 1:18, where, “the one and only Son…has made Him known”. Here the verb links the eternal Word to the Father’s self-disclosure. Moses mediated the Law, but Jesus personally interprets the invisible God. Christ’s incarnation, teaching, miracles, cross, and resurrection together form the ultimate exposition of the divine nature—grace and truth embodied. Because the Son “exegetes” the Father, believers receive a sure, sufficient, and climactic revelation that completes the progressive unveiling begun in the Old Testament. Witness of the Resurrection (Luke 24:35) After the Emmaus encounter, the two disciples “explained” how the risen Lord was recognized “in the breaking of the bread.” Their narration turns private experience into communal faith. Luke thereby models a pattern for all believers: encounters with Christ are meant to be interpreted in light of Scripture and then communicated to build up the body. Opening the Door to the Nations (Acts 10:8; 15:12–14) Cornelius “explained everything” to his servants before sending them to Peter (Acts 10:8). His careful retelling prepares the way for Gentile inclusion. Later, at the Jerusalem Council, Barnabas, Paul, and Peter “described” God’s wonders among the nations (Acts 15:12–14). Their testimonies carry doctrinal weight, proving that Gentile conversion is God’s own work and fulfilling prophetic promises (Amos 9:11–12). The term therefore serves the Church’s discernment of God’s will in pivotal moments. Apostolic Accountability (Acts 21:19) Upon returning to Jerusalem, Paul “recounted one by one the things God had done among the Gentiles through his ministry.” The verb underscores transparent reporting, reinforcing unity between mission fields and the mother church. Such orderly explanation guards against rumor, fosters thanksgiving, and authenticates the apostolic calling. Recurring Motifs 1. Divine Initiative: In every occurrence, the content explained originates with God—whether His nature, His resurrecting power, or His saving acts. Pastoral and Theological Implications • Preaching and teaching aim to “exegete” God’s acts, not invent new ideas. Faithful exposition rests on Scripture and personal experience of grace. Personal Application Believers are called to be living interpreters of God’s grace. As the early disciples did, Christians today observe God’s hand, trace its alignment with Scripture, and articulate it for others’ encouragement. Doing so perpetuates the divinely instituted pattern embodied in the six New Testament occurrences of Strong’s 1834: revelation received, revelation explained, and God glorified. Englishman's Concordance Luke 24:35 V-IIM/P-3PGRK: καὶ αὐτοὶ ἐξηγοῦντο τὰ ἐν NAS: They [began] to relate their experiences KJV: they told what things [were done] in INT: And they related the things on John 1:18 V-AIM-3S Acts 10:8 V-APM-NMS Acts 15:12 V-PPM/P-GMP Acts 15:14 V-AIM-3S Acts 21:19 V-IIM/P-3S Strong's Greek 1834 |
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