Strong's G1987 · Greek
ἐπίσταμαι
epistamai · /ep-is'-tam-ahee/
Definition
apparently a middle voice of 2186 (with 3563 implied); to put the mind upon, i.e. comprehend, or be acquainted with:--know, understand.
KJV: know, understand
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἐπίσταμαι across 14 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
14 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Acts9 verses
And he said unto them, Ye know how that it is an unlawful thing for a man that is a Jew to keep company, or come unto one of another nation; but God hath shewed me that I should not call any man common or unclean.
Acts 15:7And when there had been much disputing, Peter rose up, and said unto them, Men and brethren, ye know how that a good while ago God made choice among us, that the Gentiles by my mouth should hear the word of the gospel, and believe.
Acts 18:25This man was instructed in the way of the Lord; and being fervent in the spirit, he spake and taught diligently the things of the Lord, knowing only the baptism of John.
Acts 19:15And the evil spirit answered and said, Jesus I know, and Paul I know; but who are ye?
Acts 19:25Whom he called together with the workmen of like occupation, and said, Sirs, ye know that by this craft we have our wealth.
Acts 20:18And when they were come to him, he said unto them, Ye know, from the first day that I came into Asia, after what manner I have been with you at all seasons,
Acts 22:19And I said, Lord, they know that I imprisoned and beat in every synagogue them that believed on thee:
Acts 24:10Then Paul, after that the governor had beckoned unto him to speak, answered, Forasmuch as I know that thou hast been of many years a judge unto this nation, I do the more cheerfully answer for myself:
Acts 26:26For the king knoweth of these things, before whom also I speak freely: for I am persuaded that none of these things are hidden from him; for this thing was not done in a corner.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G1987 (epistamai) mean?
apparently a middle voice of 2186 (with 3563 implied); to put the mind upon, i.e. comprehend, or be acquainted with:--know, understand.
How many times does G1987 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G1987 (ἐπίσταμαι) appears in 14 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “know.”
How is epistamai translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G1987 is rendered as “know” (9×), “knowing” (3×), “I” (1×), “knoweth” (1×).