understand, understanding, thinking

Definition

The term “understand” means to hear or receive information and know what it means.

• The term “understanding” can refer to “knowledge” or “wisdom” or realizing how to do something.
• To understand someone can also mean to know how that person is feeling.
• While walking on the road to Emmaus, Jesus caused the disciples to understand the meaning of the scriptures about the Messiah.
• Depending on the context, the term “understand” could be translated by “know” or “believe” or “comprehend” or “know what (something) means.”
• Often the term “understanding” can be translated by “knowledge” or “wisdom” or “insight.”

(See also: believe, know, wise)

Bible References

• Job 34:16-17
• Luke 2:47
• Luke 8:10
• Matthew 13:12
• Matthew 13:14
• Proverbs 3:5

Word Data

• Strong’s: H0995, H0998, H0999, H1847, H2940, H3045, H3820, H3824, H4486, H7200, H7919, H7922, H7924, H8085, H8394, G00500, G01450, G01910, G08010, G10970, G11080, G12710, G19210, G19220, G19870, G19900, G26570, G35390, G35630, G49070, G49080, G49200, G54240, G54280, G54290