Biblica Analytica
G1252 Greek

διακρίνω

diakrinō

to judge/doubt

Lexicon Entry

Definition
to judge/doubt
Transliteration
diakrinō
Strong's Number
G1252
Occurrences
19
Semantic Domain
Law & Justice

Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

What Original Readers Understood

Explored

Based on the provided data, the Greek word "διακρίνω" (diakrinō) has a dual meaning, encompassing both the act of judging and doubting. Its short definition indicates this duality, suggesting that it can be used to describe evaluating or making a decision, as well as experiencing uncertainty or hesitation. This ambiguity in meaning is reflected in the word's semantic domain, which falls under Law & Justice, implying that it is often used in contexts related to moral or intellectual evaluation. Throughout the 19 occurrences of "διακρίνω" in the Bible, its usage suggests that it can be applied to both internal mental states and external, concrete actions. For example, it may describe personal doubts or uncertainties, as well as the process of making judgments or pronouncements in various social or legal settings. This versatility in usage underscores the word's significance as a nuanced and context-dependent concept, capable of conveying complex emotional and cognitive states through a single word. In summary, "διακρίνω" is a multifaceted word that encompasses both the act of judging and doubting, with a strong connection to themes of law, justice, and moral evaluation. Its diverse usage and occurrence in the Bible highlight its importance as a concept capable of conveying a range of emotional and cognitive experiences.

Source data & methodology
Strong's
G1252
Lemma
διακρίνω
Transliteration
diakrinō
Definition
to judge/doubt
Occurrences
19
Model
groq
Prompt version
1

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Occurrences in Scripture

19 total occurrences across the text

Matthew 16:3

In the morning, ‘It will be foul weather today, for the sky is red and threatening.’ Hypocrites! You know how to discern the appearance of the sky, but you can’t discern the signs of the times!

Matthew 21:21

Jesus answered them, “Most certainly I tell you, if you have faith, and don’t doubt, you will not only do what was done to the fig tree, but even if you told this mountain, ‘Be taken up and cast into the sea,’ it would be done.

Mark 11:23

For most certainly I tell you, whoever may tell this mountain, ‘Be taken up and cast into the sea,’ and doesn’t doubt in his heart, but believes that what he says is happening; he shall have whatever he says.

Acts 11:12

The Spirit told me to go with them, without discriminating. These six brothers also accompanied me, and we entered into the man’s house.

Acts 10:20

But arise, get down, and go with them, doubting nothing; for I have sent them.”

Acts 11:2

When Peter had come up to Jerusalem, those who were of the circumcision contended with him,

Acts 15:9

He made no distinction between us and them, cleansing their hearts by faith.

Romans 4:20

Yet, looking to the promise of God, he didn’t waver through unbelief, but grew strong through faith, giving glory to God,

Romans 14:23

But he who doubts is condemned if he eats, because it isn’t of faith; and whatever is not of faith is sin.

1 Corinthians 4:7

For who makes you different? And what do you have that you didn’t receive? But if you did receive it, why do you boast as if you had not received it?

1 Corinthians 6:5

I say this to move you to shame. Isn’t there even one wise man among you who would be able to decide between his brothers?

1 Corinthians 11:29

For he who eats and drinks in an unworthy way eats and drinks judgment to himself if he doesn’t discern the Lord’s body.

1 Corinthians 11:31

For if we discerned ourselves, we wouldn’t be judged.

1 Corinthians 14:29

Let the prophets speak, two or three, and let the others discern.

James 1:6

But let him ask in faith, without any doubting, for he who doubts is like a wave of the sea, driven by the wind and tossed.

James 1:6

But let him ask in faith, without any doubting, for he who doubts is like a wave of the sea, driven by the wind and tossed.

James 2:4

haven’t you shown partiality among yourselves, and become judges with evil thoughts?

Jude 1:9

But Michael, the archangel, when contending with the devil and arguing about the body of Moses, dared not bring against him an abusive condemnation, but said, “May the Lord rebuke you!”

Jude 1:22

On some have compassion, making a distinction,