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Strong's G2607 καταγινώσκω (kataginosko)

Kataginosko means “blame” — full meaning, definition, and every linked Bible usage across the indexed canon.

Same number, other testament: Strong's H2607 — chanani (“Hanani”) in the Hebrew Bible.

Strong's Number G2607
Language Greek
Linked Usages 7
Books 5

Strong's G2607 Quick Answer

Strong's G2607 καταγινώσκω (kataginosko) is a Greek Strong's word-study entry. kataginosko (kat-ag-in-o'-sko) v. 1. to note against, i.e. find fault with [from G2596 and G1097] It has 7 linked Bible usages across 5 books. Visible English usage signals include condemn. Indexed coverage on this page includes New Testament, Septuagint / Greek Old Testament, and Deuterocanonical / Apocrypha.

Meaning
kataginosko (kat-ag-in-o'-sko) v. 1. to note against, i.e. find fault with [from G2596 and G1097]
Usage
7 linked usages
Books
5 indexed books
Corpus
New Testament, Septuagint / Greek Old Testament, and Deuterocanonical / Apocrypha
Usage Words
condemn

Meaning and Definition

kataginosko (kat-ag-in-o'-sko) v. 1. to note against, i.e. find fault with [from G2596 and G1097] KJV: blame, condemn Root(s): G2596, G1097

Original Word
καταγινώσκω
Transliteration
kataginosko
Derivation
Root: γινώσκω R1: 2596 R2: 1097
Morphology
verb

Across Lexicons

How independent scholarly lexicons define Strong's G2607. Each definition is shown with its source so you can compare and cite the original reference works.

Extended Strong's Greek Lexicon (Abbott-Smith based)

to condemn

Usage: κατα-γινώσκω (see: γινώσκω), [in LXX: Deu.25:1 (רָשַׁע hi.), Pro.28:11 (חָקַר), Sir.14:2 19:5 * ;] to blame, condemn: with genitive of person(s), 1Jn.3:20-21; pass., κατεγνωσμένος ἦν (RV, he stood condemned, see Ellie., in l; but cf. Field, Notes, 188): Gal.2:11.† (AS)

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How Strong's G2607 Is Translated

The English word each shown verse actually uses to render kataginosko, taken from the interlinear word alignment (the same word underlined in the excerpts below). Where a rendering is used more than once, the count is shown.

condemn 1 John 3:20

How Strong's G2607 Usage Compares

Indexed coverage includes New Testament, Septuagint / Greek Old Testament, and Deuterocanonical / Apocrypha. Each section below keeps corpus counts and sample passages visible so readers can compare the word across contexts instead of reading one flat concordance list.

  • The largest indexed corpus on this page is New Testament with 3 linked usages.
  • This page lets readers compare New Testament usage with Septuagint / Greek Old Testament usage, which is a key THF advantage over narrower Strong's pages.
  • Deuterocanonical / Apocrypha rows are counted separately so readers can decide how those texts relate to the main word study.

In the Septuagint (LXX)

Strong's G2607 (καταγινώσκω) appears 4 times in the Greek Septuagint — the Old Testament the New Testament authors quoted.

Sample Septuagint occurrences:

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Strong's G2607 by Corpus

Indexed usage grouped by testament and extended corpus so readers can compare this word across the Bible, Septuagint, deuterocanonical books, and 1 Enoch where present.

Strong's G2607 in the New Testament

3 indexed usages in New Testament.

Galatians 2:11 KJV

But when Peter was come to Antioch, I withstood him to the face, because he was to be blamed.

1 John 3:20 KJV

For if our heart condemn us, God is greater than our heart, and knoweth all things.

1 John 3:21 KJV

Beloved, if our heart condemn us not, then have we confidence toward God.

Strong's G2607 in the Septuagint / Greek Old Testament

2 indexed usages in Septuagint / Greek Old Testament.

Deuteronomy 25:1 Septuagint / Brenton

And if there should be a dispute between men, and they should come forward to judgment, and the judges judge, and justify the righteous, and condemn the wicked:

Strong's G2607 in the deuterocanonical books / Apocrypha

2 indexed usages in Deuterocanonical / Apocrypha.

Wisdom of Sirach 14:2 Septuagint / Brenton

Blessed is he whose conscience hath not condemned him, And who is not fallen from his hope in the Lord.

Usage Excerpts

First 7 linked usage excerpts for Strong's G2607.

Deuteronomy 25:1 Septuagint / Greek Old Testament, Septuagint / Brenton
And if there should be a dispute between men, and they should come forward to judgment, and the judges judge, and justify the righteous, and condemn the wicked:
Proverbs 35:11 Septuagint / Greek Old Testament, Septuagint / Brenton
Galatians 2:11 New Testament, KJV
But when Peter was come to Antioch, I withstood him to the face, because he was to be blamed.
1 John 3:20 New Testament, KJV
For if our heart condemn us, God is greater than our heart, and knoweth all things.
1 John 3:21 New Testament, KJV
Beloved, if our heart condemn us not, then have we confidence toward God.
Wisdom of Sirach 14:2 Deuterocanonical / Apocrypha, Septuagint / Brenton
Blessed is he whose conscience hath not condemned him, And who is not fallen from his hope in the Lord.
Wisdom of Sirach 19:5 Deuterocanonical / Apocrypha, Septuagint / Brenton
Whoso taketh pleasure in wickedness shall be condemned:

All Indexed Usage Links

Every indexed verse link for Strong's G2607, grouped by book.

Deuteronomy 1 usage, Septuagint / Greek Old Testament
Proverbs 1 usage, Septuagint / Greek Old Testament
Galatians 1 usage, New Testament
1 John 2 usages, New Testament
Wisdom of Sirach 2 usages, Deuterocanonical / Apocrypha

Strong's G2607 FAQ

What does kataginosko (καταγινώσκω) mean?

Kataginosko (Strong's G2607) is a Greek word most simply glossed "blame". kataginosko (kat-ag-in-o'-sko) v. 1. to note against, i.e. find fault with [from G2596 and G1097]

How many times is kataginosko (καταγινώσκω) used in the Bible?

This page currently indexes 7 linked usages for Strong's G2607 across 5 books.

Where can I study kataginosko (καταγινώσκω) in context?

Use the linked verse references on this page to study Strong's G2607 in context. The indexed coverage includes New Testament, Septuagint / Greek Old Testament, and Deuterocanonical / Apocrypha.

What English words translate kataginosko (καταγινώσκω)?

The visible usage excerpts most often surface English words such as condemn. These are scanning signals from the displayed verses, not replacements for the original-language definition.

Does Strong's G2607 appear in the Septuagint or deuterocanonical books?

Yes. The current local index includes 2 in Septuagint / Greek Old Testament and 2 in Deuterocanonical / Apocrypha for Strong's G2607, with linked reader references where each row is available.