G2214–ζήτησις–zētēsis

As the result, a discussion having arisen on the part of John's disciples with a Jew about purification,

ζήτησις zētēsis “a debate”

Between these new comers and Paul and Barnabas there was no little disagreement and controversy, until at last it was decided that Paul and Barnabas and some other brethren should go up to consult the Apostles and Elders in Jerusalem on this matter.

ζητήσεως zētēseōs “controversy”

and after there had been a long discussion Peter rose to his feet. "It is within your own knowledge," he said, "that God originally made choice among you that from my lips the Gentiles were to hear the Message of the Good News, and believe.

ζητήσεως zētēseōs “controversy”

I was at a loss how to investigate such questions, and asked Paul whether he would care to go to Jerusalem and there stand his trial on these matters.

ζήτησιν zētēsin “inquiry”

he is puffed up with pride and has no true knowledge, but is crazy over discussions and controversies about words which give rise to envy, quarrelling, revilings, ill-natured suspicions,

ζητήσεις zētēseis “controversies”

But avoid foolish discussions with ignorant men, knowing--as you do--that these lead to quarrels;

ζητήσεις zētēseis “speculations”

But hold yourself aloof from foolish controversies and pedigrees and discussions and wrangling about the Law, for they are useless and vain.

ζητήσεις zētēseis “controversies”