Playlist: eido (#G1492) (topic)
Jesus and the Feast (Part One): Alignment With God
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughIn John 7, the concept of knowing is explored through the Greek word *eido* (G1492), which appears in verse 27. Here, the crowd expresses their belief that they know Jesus' origins, stating, "However, we know where this Man is from." This usage of *eido* reflects a sense of mental or perceived knowledge, a certainty based on …
Do You Really Know God?
Sermon by Clyde FinkleaIn the New Testament, one of the words for "know" is *eido* (G1492), which means to have regard for someone, to cherish, and to pay attention to. An example of this usage appears in I Thessalonians 5:12, where it urges recognizing and knowing those who labor among the believers, referring to the ministry. This implies having a …
Intimacy with Christ (Part Four)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughIn the discussion of John 7, the verb eido appears repeatedly and is distinguished by its contextual sense of knowing about someone or something through general awareness or familiarity. The scribes and Pharisees are described as using eido when they claim to recognize Jesus' origin and background, indicating only detached …
The Handwriting Is On the Wall (2010)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The term eido (G1492) appears in Jesus' statement to Nicodemus that unless one is born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God. In this context the word does not refer to visual sight but instead denotes perception, specifically the spiritual insight that allows a person to grasp the reality of God's Kingdom. This insight is not …