G3987

πειράω 

Transliteration

peirao;

Pronunciation

pi-rah'-o

Parts of Speech

v

Root Word (Etymology)

from 3984

Dictionary Aids

TWOT Reference: TDNT 6:23

KJV Translation Count — 3x

The KJV translates Strongs H1 in the following manner: assay (1), go about (1), vr tempted (1)

Outline of Biblical Usage

1. to make a trial of, to attempt
a. taught by trial, experienced
2. to test, to make trial of one, put him to proof
a. his mind, sentiments, temper
b. in particular, to attempt to induce one to commit some (esp. carnal) crime
c. tempted to sin

Strong's Definitions

pi-rah'-o; from (3984) (πει̑ρα); to test (subject), i.e. (reflexive) to attempt: — assay.

Concordance Results Using KJV

And when Saul was come to Jerusalem, he G3987ed to join himself to the disciples: but they were all afraid of him, and believed not that he was a disciple.

KJV

For these causes the Jews caught me in the temple, and went G3987 to kill me.

KJV

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