Behold (verb)

1. To see, observe, or perceive something.
2. To consider or pay attention to something.
3. To have the capacity to view something.

Origin:

Middle english, from old english behaldan, from be- + haldan to hold.

Examples:

1. We beheld a magnificent sight as the sun rose over the horizon.
2. She beheld him with a mixture of anger and sadness.
3. The travelers beheld many wonders during their journey.
4. The crowd was in awe as they beheld the fire-breathing dragon.
5. Behold the beauty of this magnificent painting.