G3987

πειράω

peiraō

Verb · From πεῖρα (G3984)

From G3984; to test (subjectively), i.e. (reflexively) to attempt:—assay.

Outline

to make a trial of, to attempt

taught by trial, experienced

to test, to make trial of one, put him to proof

his mind, sentiments, temper
in particular, to attempt to induce one to commit some (esp. carnal) crime
tempted to sin

Usages

Acts 9:26

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

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Acts 26:21

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

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