Strongs Number: G3987
- Greek Word
- πειράω
- Transliteration
- peiraō
- Phonetic
- pi-rah'-o
- Part of Speech
- Verb
- Strongs Definition
-
to test (subjectively) that is (reflexively) to attempt
- Thayers Definition
-
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
- Origin
- From G3984
- Bible Usage
- assay.