4671. soi
Strong's Lexicon
soi: you, to you, for you

Original Word: σοι
Part of Speech: Pronoun
Transliteration: soi
Pronunciation: soy
Phonetic Spelling: (soy)
Definition: you, to you, for you
Meaning: you

Word Origin: Dative singular form of the Greek personal pronoun σύ (sy), meaning "you."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent of the Greek "σοι" would be the pronoun לְךָ (lekha), which also serves as a dative form meaning "to you" or "for you." This is seen in entries like Strong's Hebrew 3807 (לְךָ).

Usage: The Greek pronoun "σοι" is used in the dative case, primarily to indicate the indirect object of a verb. It is translated as "to you" or "for you" in English. This form is used to express actions or states directed towards the second person singular, often conveying a sense of personal address or involvement.

Cultural and Historical Background: In the context of Koine Greek, the language of the New Testament, pronouns like "σοι" were essential for conveying relationships and interactions between individuals. The dative case, in particular, was used to express the recipient of an action, which is crucial in understanding the dynamics of communication and instruction in biblical texts. The use of "σοι" reflects the personal and direct nature of many teachings and interactions recorded in the New Testament, emphasizing the relational aspect of the Christian faith.

NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Origin
dat. of su, q.v.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
you

Dative case of su; to thee -- thee, thine own, thou, thy.

see GREEK su

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σοι soi
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