Greek · Strong's G1166
δεικνύω
deiknýō (dike-NOO-oh)
verb
To make known, reveal, demonstrate, or point out something, often with the implication of providing evidence or instruction.
The Greek verb *deiknýō* refers to the act of showing, revealing, or making something known. Its semantic range is quite broad, encompassing both literal and figurative demonstrations. In its simplest form, it can mean to point to something, to display an object, or to present a person. More profoundly, *deiknýō* can signify the act of revealing truth, demonstrating power, or making manifest a spiritual reality. It often carries the sense of proving a point or offering evidence that compels understanding or belief. The concept of showing something is crucial for instruction, understanding, and even judgment in Scripture.
Common English renderings
- shew
- show
- showed
- shown
- reveal
- demonstrate
- point out
Key verses
"and he said unto them, Ye yourselves know how it is an unlawful thing for a man that is a Jew to join himself or come unto one of another nation; and yet unto me hath God showed that I should not call any man common or unclean:"
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"who servethat which isa copy and shadow of the heavenly things, even as Moses is warnedof Godwhen he is about to make the tabernacle: for, See, saith he, that thou make all things according to the pattern that was showed thee in the mount."
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"Yea, a man will say, Thou hast faith, and I have works: show me thy faith apart from thy works, and I by my works will show thee my faith."
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"And there came one of the seven angels who had the seven bowls, who were laden with the seven last plagues; and he spake with me, saying, Come hither, I will show thee the bride, the wife of the Lamb."
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"For the Father loveth the Son, and showeth him all things that himself doeth: and greater works than these will he show him, that ye may marvel."
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"And he showed me a river of water of life, bright as crystal, proceeding out of the throne of God and of the Lamb,"
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