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know, knowledge, make known
Definition
To "know" means to understand something or to be aware of a fact. The phrase "make known" is an idiom that means to tell information.
- The term "knowledge" refers to things that people know. It can apply to knowing things in both the physical and spiritual worlds.
- God has revealed facts about himself to people so they can know him.
- We know people because of what we tell each other and what we observe about each other.
- We also know facts about science, art or other areas of life by observing or studying them.
- To know God's will means to be aware of what he has commanded, or to understand what he wants a person to do.
- To "know the Law" means being aware of what God has commanded or to understand what God has instructed in the laws he gave to Moses.
- Sometimes "knowledge" is used as a synonym for "wisdom," which includes living in a way that is pleasing to God.
- The "knowledge of God" is sometimes used as a synonym for the "fear of Yahweh."
Translation Suggestions
- Depending on the context, ways to translate "know" could include, "understand" or "be familiar with" or "be aware of" or "be acquainted with" or "be in relationship with."
- Some languages have two different words for "know" depending on whether it is about knowing facts or about knowing people. Make sure the correct word is used in each context."
- The term "make known" could be translated as "reveal" or "tell about" or "explain.
- To "know about" something could be translated as "be aware of" or "be familiar with."
- The phrase "know how to" means to understand the process or way to getting something done. It could also be translated as, "be able to" or "have the skill to."