G1381-dokimazo

Strong's Concordance

Definition - To test, to prove, to examine, to approve

Word Origin - From the Greek adjective δόκιμος (dokimos), meaning "approved" or "tested."

Usage - The verb "dokimazo" primarily means to test or examine something to determine its genuineness or worth. It is often used in the context of testing metals to prove their purity. In the New Testament, it is used metaphorically to refer to the testing of individuals, doctrines, or spiritual truths to discern their authenticity and value.

Helps Word-studies

Cognate: 1381 dokimázō (from 1384 /dókimos, "approved") – properly, to try (test) to show something is acceptable (real, approved); put to the test to reveal what is good (genuine). See 1384 (dokimos).

1381 /dokimázō ("to approve by testing") is done to demonstrate what is good, i.e. passes the necessary test. 1381 (dokimázō) does not focus on disproving something (i.e. to show it is bad).