Strong's G1252 · Greek
διακρίνω
diakrino · /dee-ak-ree'-no/
Definition
from 1223 and 2919; to separate thoroughly, i.e. (literally and reflexively) to withdraw from, or (by implication) oppose; figuratively, to discriminate (by implication, decide), or (reflexively) hesitate:--contend, make (to) differ(-ence), discern, doubt, judge, be partial, stagger, waver.
KJV: contend, make (to) differ(-ence), discern, doubt, judge, be partial, stagger, waver
Root / derivation: from 1223 and 2919
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered διακρίνω across 18 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
18 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Matthew2 verses
And in the morning, It will be foul weather to day: for the sky is red and lowring. O ye hypocrites, ye can discern the face of the sky; but can ye not discern the signs of the times?
Matthew 21:21Jesus answered and said unto them, Verily I say unto you, If ye have faith, and doubt not, ye shall not only do this which is done to the fig tree, but also if ye shall say unto this mountain, Be thou removed, and be thou cast into the sea; it shall be done.
Acts4 verses
Arise therefore, and get thee down, and go with them, doubting nothing: for I have sent them.
Acts 11:2And when Peter was come up to Jerusalem, they that were of the circumcision contended with him,
Acts 11:12And the Spirit bade me go with them, nothing doubting. Moreover these six brethren accompanied me, and we entered into the man's house:
Acts 15:9And put no difference between us and them, purifying their hearts by faith.
Romans2 verses
He staggered not at the promise of God through unbelief; but was strong in faith, giving glory to God;
Romans 14:23And he that doubteth is damned if he eat, because he eateth not of faith: for whatsoever is not of faith is sin. doubteth: or, discerneth and putteth a difference between meats damned: or, condemned, or liable to punishment
1 Corinthians5 verses
For who maketh thee to differ from another? and what hast thou that thou didst not receive?1161 now if thou didst receive it, why dost thou glory, as if thou hadst not received it? maketh: Gr. distinguisheth thee
1 Corinthians 6:5I speak to your shame. Is it so, that there is not a wise man among you? no, not one that shall be able to judge between his brethren?
1 Corinthians 11:29For he that eateth and drinketh unworthily, eateth and drinketh damnation to himself, not discerning the Lord's body. damnation: or, judgment
1 Corinthians 11:31For if we would judge ourselves, we should not be judged.
1 Corinthians 14:29Let the prophets speak two or three, and let the other judge.
James2 verses
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G1252 (diakrino) mean?
from 1223 and 2919; to separate thoroughly, i.e. (literally and reflexively) to withdraw from, or (by implication) oppose; figuratively, to discriminate (by implication, decide), or (reflexively) hesitate:--contend, make (to) differ(-ence), discern, doubt, judge, be partial, stagger, waver.
How many times does G1252 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G1252 (διακρίνω) appears in 18 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “judge.”
How is diakrino translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G1252 is rendered as “judge” (3×), “difference” (2×), “doubt” (2×), “doubting” (2×), among other words.
Where does the Greek word διακρίνω come from?
from 1223 and 2919