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ἐκδιηγέομαι (ekdiēgeomai)

ekdiēgeomai

to tell in detail

G1555 · Greek · New Testament · 2 verses

Quick Reference

Language
Koine Greek
Testament
New Testament
Occurrences
2 verses
Root
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Word Overview

The verb ekdiēgeomai means to tell a story in full detail or to relate an account completely. It appears only twice in the New Testament, both in the book of Acts, where it describes believers sharing their experiences with others.

In Acts 15:4, the church at Antioch sends Paul and Barnabas to Jerusalem, and "they related (ekdiēgeomai) the things that God had done with them." Later, in Acts 21:19, Paul meets with James and reports what God has accomplished among the Gentiles. The word suggests a thorough recounting, not just a brief summary.

This verb combines ek ("out of") with diēgeomai ("to tell or relate"), emphasizing completeness. It was used in ancient Greek to describe detailed narratives, often for official or important purposes. In Scripture, it highlights how early Christians shared their stories of faith with care and precision.

Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).

What This Word Means for Your Faith

The word ekdiēgeomai invites us to share our faith with honesty and detail. It means to tell a story completely, leaving nothing out. In Acts 15:4, the early church used this kind of sharing to report what God had done through Paul and Barnabas. This was not a vague summary but a clear account of His work.

When you share your own journey with others, you do not need to be perfect. You simply need to be truthful about how God has helped you. Like the believers in Acts 15:3, who caused great joy by declaring conversions, your detailed stories can encourage those who are struggling. Your experience becomes a bridge for others to see God’s faithfulness.

This practice builds community and strengthens trust among believers. By sharing openly, you help others understand that God is active in everyday life. It is a simple yet powerful way to support one another in the Christian walk.

How it's translated

How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 2 verses where it appears, by frequency.

  • shall declare it1×
  • relating in detail1×

Forms in the text

The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.

  • ἐκδιηγῆται1×
  • ἐκδιηγούμενοι1×

Frequently Asked Questions

What does ekdiēgeomai mean?

It is a Greek verb meaning to tell something in full detail or to relate an account completely. It combines the prefix 'ek' (out) with 'diēgeomai' (to tell), emphasizing a thorough and complete narration of events.

Where does this word appear in the Bible?

It appears only twice in the New Testament, both in the book of Acts. In Acts 15:4, it describes Paul and Barnabas reporting God's work, and in Acts 21:19, Paul reports what God did among the Gentiles.

How is it different from just 'telling'?

While a simple word for telling might imply a brief summary, ekdiēgeomai suggests a detailed and comprehensive recounting. It was often used for important or official narratives, ensuring the full picture was shared.

Every Occurrence (2 verses across 1 books)