'Ask' in the Bible
So when they had gathered together, they began to ask him, "Lord, is this the time when you are restoring the kingdom to Israel?"
and they recognized him as the man who used to sit and ask for donations at the Beautiful Gate of the temple, and they were filled with astonishment and amazement at what had happened to him.
They called out to ask if Simon, known as Peter, was staying there as a guest.
Therefore when you sent for me, I came without any objection. Now may I ask why you sent for me?"
He replied, "The Jews have agreed to ask you to bring Paul down to the council tomorrow, as if they were going to inquire more thoroughly about him.
because you are especially familiar with all the customs and controversial issues of the Jews. Therefore I ask you to listen to me patiently.