foreknew, foreknowledge

Definition

The terms “foreknew” and “foreknowledge” come from the verb “foreknow” which means to know something before it happens.

• God is not limited by time. He knows everything that happens in the past, present, and future.
• This word is often used in the context of God knowing already who will be saved through receiving Jesus as Savior.

Translation Suggestions

• The term “foreknew” could also be translated as “knew before” or “knew ahead of time” or “knew beforehand” or “already knew.”
• The term “foreknowledge” could be translated as “knowing before” or “knowing ahead of time” or “already knowing” or “knowing in advance.”

(See also: know, predestine)

Bible References

• Romans 8:29
• Romans 11:2

Word Data

• Strong’s: G42670, G42680