Lexicon kritikos: Discerning, able to judge Original Word: κριτικός Strong's Exhaustive Concordance able to judgeFrom krites; decisive ("critical"), i.e. Discriminative -- discerner. see GREEK krites NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom krinó Definition critical NASB Translation able to judge (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2924: κριτικόςκριτικός, κριτικη, κριτικον (κρίνω), relating to judging, fit for judging, skilled in judging (Plato, Plutarch, Lucian, others): with the genitive of the object, ἐνθυμήσεων καί ἐννοιῶν καρδίας, tracing out and passing judgment on the thoughts of the mind, Hebrews 4:12. Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from κριτής (kritēs), meaning "judge."Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "κριτικός," the concept of discernment and judgment is present in several Hebrew terms. Some related entries include: Usage: The word "κριτικός" is used in the New Testament to describe the discerning and judging nature of the Word of God. It appears in the context of spiritual discernment and the ability to judge the thoughts and intentions of the heart. Context: The Greek term "κριτικός" is found in the New Testament in Hebrews 4:12, where it is used to describe the Word of God. The verse states: "For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any double-edged sword. It pierces even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it is kritikos of the thoughts and intentions of the heart" (BSB). This passage highlights the penetrating and discerning power of Scripture, emphasizing its ability to reach the innermost parts of a person's being. The use of "κριτικός" underscores the divine capacity of the Word to judge and reveal the true nature of human thoughts and intentions. In a broader theological context, this reflects the belief in the transformative and revelatory power of Scripture, which is central to Christian doctrine. The Word of God is not merely a static text but is active and dynamic, engaging with believers in a way that prompts spiritual growth and moral discernment. Forms and Transliterations εκρότησαν εκρότησας κριτικος κριτικός κριτικὸς κρόκη κρόκην κρόκης κροκόδειλος κρόκος κρόκω κρόμμυα κροσσούς κροσσών κροσσωτά κροσσωτοίς κροτάφοις κρόταφον κροταφω κροτήσατε κροτήσει κρότησον κροτήσουσι κροτήσω kritikos kritikòsLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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