### Core Meaning & Semantic Range
The Greek word **diegeírō**, represented by `{{G1326}}`, means to **wake fully** or to **arouse**. It is derived from διά and ἐγείρω, and its base definition is "to wake fully; i.e. arouse (literally or figuratively):--arise, awake, raise, stir up." It appears **8 times** across **7 unique verses** in the Bible, emphasizing a thorough or complete awakening or stirring into action.
### Biblical Occurrences & Contextual Analysis
In biblical narrative, `{{G1326}}` is used in both literal and figurative senses. Literally, it describes being woken from physical **sleep** `{{G5258}}`, as when the disciples **awake** Jesus during a storm [[Mark 4:38]], or when **Joseph** `{{G2501}}` is **raised** from sleep after an angelic visit [[Matthew 1:24]]. The word is also applied to nature, describing how the **sea** `{{G2281}}` **arose** by reason of a great **wind** `{{G417}}` [[John 6:18]]. Figuratively, the Apostle Peter uses it to express his intent to **stir up** the **pure** `{{G1506}}` **minds** `{{G1271}}` of believers [[2 Peter 3:1]] and to **stir** them up by way of **remembrance** `{{G5280}}` [[2 Peter 1:13]].
### Related Words & Concepts
Several related words help clarify the meaning and context of being fully aroused:
* `{{G1453}}` **egeírō** (to waken, rouse): This is the root verb of `{{G1326}}` and often appears in parallel. After being awoken, Jesus **arose** and rebuked the wind and the water [[Luke 8:24]].
* `{{G5258}}` **hýpnos** (sleep): This is the state from which one is aroused. Joseph was **raised** from **sleep** after the **angel** `{{G32}}` of the **Lord** `{{G2962}}` had bidden him [[Matthew 1:24]].
* `{{G5280}}` **hypómnēsis** (remembrance): This is the intended result of the figurative stirring. Peter's purpose in his **epistle** `{{G1992}}` is to stir up his audience by putting them in **remembrance** [[2 Peter 1:13]].
* `{{G1055}}` **galḗnē** (tranquillity, calm): This is the result of Christ's power after being aroused. When He **arose** and rebuked the wind, there was a great **calm** [[Mark 4:39]].
### Theological Significance
The use of `{{G1326}}` carries significant theological weight in the passages where it appears.
* **Authority Over Creation:** When the disciples **awake** Jesus, they are acting in desperation because they are about to **perish** `{{G622}}` [[Mark 4:38]]. His subsequent rebuke of the **wind** `{{G417}}` demonstrates His supreme authority over the natural world.
* **Apostolic Responsibility:** Peter uses the term to define a key pastoral duty: to actively and intentionally **stir up** believers from spiritual complacency and refresh their **minds** with the truth ([[2 Peter 1:13]], [[2 Peter 3:1]]).
* **Obedience to Divine Command:** The word is used when Joseph is **raised** from sleep to obey a divine command from an **angel**, showing that being aroused can be a direct response to God's intervention and guidance in fulfilling His purposes [[Matthew 1:24]].
### Summary
In summary, **diegeírō** `{{G1326}}` is a potent word signifying a complete arousal from a state of rest or inactivity. Whether it is the literal act of waking Jesus from **sleep** on a ship [[Mark 4:38]], the sea being churned by the **wind** [[John 6:18]], or the figurative act of stirring a believer's **mind** to **remembrance** [[2 Peter 3:1]], the word consistently points to a decisive call to action. It highlights moments where passivity ends and divine power or renewed spiritual alertness is manifested.
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