Strong's G1567 · Greek
ἐκζητέω
ekzētéō
Definition
to search out, i.e. (figuratively)investigate, crave, demand, (by Hebraism) worship
KJV: en- (re-)quire, seek after (carefully, diligently)
Root / derivation: from G1537 (ἐκ) and G2212 (ζητέω);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἐκζητέω across 7 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
7 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Luke2 verses
That the blood of all the prophets, which was shed from the foundation of the world, may be required of this generation;
Luke 11:51From the blood of Abel unto the blood of Zacharias, which perished between the altar and the temple: verily I say unto you, It shall be required of this generation.
Hebrews2 verses
But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.
Hebrews 12:17For ye know how that afterward, when he would have inherited the blessing, he was rejected: for he found no place of repentance, though he sought it carefully with tears.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G1567 (ekzētéō) mean?
to search out, i.e. (figuratively)investigate, crave, demand, (by Hebraism) worship
How many times does G1567 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G1567 (ἐκζητέω) appears in 7 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “after.”
How is ekzētéō translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G1567 is rendered as “after” (2×), “required” (2×), “carefully” (1×), “enquired” (1×), among other words.
Where does the Greek word ἐκζητέω come from?
from G1537 (ἐκ) and G2212 (ζητέω);