Behold
/bɪˈhoʊld/noun
To see or observe something, often with attention or wonder.
Did you know?In ancient texts, 'behold' was often used to summon divine attention or reveal hidden truths, making it a powerful invocation.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Germanic
PGmc
*bi-haldan
“To have or hold in sight.”
Old English
Old English
behealdan
“To observe or look at attentively.”
Middle English
Middle English
beholden
“To look upon or regard.”
16th Century
English
behold
“To see or observe with amazement or wonder.”