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Strong's Lexicon plén: Nevertheless, but, except, however Original Word: πλήν Part of Speech: Adverb Transliteration: plén Pronunciation: playn Phonetic Spelling: (plane) Definition: however, nevertheless, but, except that, yet. Meaning: The word πλήν is an adverb and conjunction that primarily means "but," "however," "nevertheless," or "except." It is used to introduce a contrast or exception to a preceding statement. Word Origin: Derived from the Greek verb πλήθω (plēthō), meaning "to fill" or "to be full." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for πλήν, similar concepts of contrast or exception can be found in Hebrew conjunctions such as אֲבָל (abal, Strong's H61) meaning "but" or "however," and רַק (raq, Strong's H7535) meaning "only" or "except." These terms serve similar functions in Hebrew narrative and legal texts, providing contrast or introducing exceptions. Usage: In the New Testament, πλήν is used to denote a contrast or exception, often to highlight a significant point or to introduce a condition. It appears in various contexts, including narrative, teaching, and parables. Context: The Greek word πλήν is a versatile term used in the New Testament to convey contrast or exception. It often appears in the teachings of Jesus and the writings of the apostles to emphasize a point or to introduce a condition that qualifies a previous statement. For example, in the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus uses πλήν to introduce a significant exception to a general rule: "But I tell you that anyone who is angry with his brother will be subject to judgment" (Matthew 5:22, BSB). Here, πλήν serves to contrast the traditional understanding of the law with the deeper, heart-focused interpretation that Jesus provides. In the narrative of the Gospels, πλήν is used to highlight the unexpected or to draw attention to a pivotal moment. For instance, in Luke 10:20, Jesus tells His disciples, "Nevertheless, do not rejoice that the spirits submit to you, but rejoice that your names are written in heaven" (BSB). The use of πλήν here shifts the focus from the disciples' immediate success to the more profound spiritual reality of their salvation. The word also appears in the epistles, where it is used to introduce conditions or exceptions in theological arguments. In Philippians 1:18, Paul writes, "But what does it matter? Only that in every way, whether in pretense or in truth, Christ is proclaimed. And in this I rejoice" (BSB). The use of πλήν underscores the apostle's primary concern for the proclamation of Christ, regardless of the motives behind it. Overall, πλήν is a critical term in the New Testament that helps to clarify and emphasize key theological and moral teachings. Its use reflects the dynamic and often paradoxical nature of the Christian message, where apparent contradictions are resolved in the deeper truths of the faith. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin adverb from the cptv. form of polus Definition yet, except NASB Translation besides (1), except (2), however (3), nevertheless (8), only (1), than (1), yet (3). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 4133: πλήν πλήν, adverb (from πλέον 'more' (Curtius, § 375; Lob. Path. Element. 1:143; 2:93 (cf. Lightfoot on Philippians 3:16)); hence, properly, beyond, besides, further); it stands: 1. adverbially, at the beginning of a sentence, serving either to restrict, or to unfold and expand what has preceded: moreover, besides, so that, according to the requirements of the context, it may also be rendered but, nevertheless; (howbeit; cf. Buttmann, § 146, 2): Matthew 11:22, 24; Matthew 18:7; Matthew 26:39, 64; Luke 6:24, 35; Luke 10:11, 14, 20; Luke 11:41; Luke 12:31; Luke 13:33; Luke 17:1 L Tr text WH; ; 1 Corinthians 11:11; Ephesians 5:33; Philippians 1:18 (R G (see Ellicott)); ; Revelation 2:25; πλήν ὅτι, except that, save that (examples from classical Greek are given by Passow, under the word, II. 1 e.; (Liddell and Scott, under the word, B. II. 4)): Acts 20:23 ((Winer's Grammar, 508 (473); Philippians 1:18 L T Tr WH (R. V. only that)). 2. as a preposition, with the genitive (first so by Homer, Odyssey 8, 207; (cf. Winers Grammar, § 54, 6)), besides, except, but: Mark 12:32; John 8:10; Acts 8:1; Acts 15:28; Acts 27:22. Cf. Klotz ad Devar. II. 2, p. 724f. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance nevertheless, however, notwithstanding, save, than. From pleion; moreover (besides), i.e. Albeit, save that, rather, yet -- but (rather), except, nevertheless, notwithstanding, save, than. see GREEK pleion Forms and Transliterations πλην πλήν πλὴν plen plēn plḕn Links Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts Englishman's Concordance Matthew 11:22 Adv GRK: πλὴν λέγω ὑμῖν NAS: Nevertheless I say KJV: But I say unto you, INT: But I say to you Matthew 11:24 Adv GRK: πλὴν λέγω ὑμῖν NAS: Nevertheless I say KJV: But I say unto you, INT: But I say to you Matthew 18:7 Adv GRK: τὰ σκάνδαλα πλὴν οὐαὶ τῷ KJV: come; but woe INT: the trespasses yet woe the Matthew 26:39 Adv GRK: ποτήριον τοῦτο πλὴν οὐχ ὡς NAS: pass from Me; yet not as I will, KJV: from me: nevertheless not as INT: cup this nevertheless not as Matthew 26:64 Adv GRK: Σὺ εἶπας πλὴν λέγω ὑμῖν NAS: to him, You have said it [yourself]; nevertheless I tell KJV: hast said: nevertheless I say INT: You have said Moreover I say to you Mark 12:32 Adv GRK: ἔστιν ἄλλος πλὴν αὐτοῦ NAS: AND THERE IS NO ONE ELSE BESIDES HIM; KJV: none other but he: INT: there is another besides him Luke 6:24 Adv GRK: Πλὴν οὐαὶ ὑμῖν KJV: But woe unto you INT: But woe to you Luke 6:35 Adv GRK: πλὴν ἀγαπᾶτε τοὺς KJV: But love ye your INT: But love the Luke 10:11 Adv GRK: ἀπομασσόμεθα ὑμῖν πλὴν τοῦτο γινώσκετε NAS: we wipe off [in protest] against you; yet be sure KJV: against you: notwithstanding be ye sure INT: we wipe off against you yet this know Luke 10:14 Adv GRK: πλὴν Τύρῳ καὶ KJV: But it shall be more tolerable INT: But for Tyre and Luke 10:20 Adv GRK: πλὴν ἐν τούτῳ NAS: Nevertheless do not rejoice in this, KJV: Notwithstanding in this INT: Yet in this Luke 11:41 Adv GRK: πλὴν τὰ ἐνόντα KJV: But rather give alms INT: But [of] the things [which] are within Luke 12:31 Adv GRK: πλὴν ζητεῖτε τὴν KJV: But rather seek ye the kingdom INT: But seek you the Luke 13:33 Adv GRK: πλὴν δεῖ με NAS: Nevertheless I must journey KJV: Nevertheless I must INT: but it behoves me Luke 17:1 Adv GRK: μὴ ἐλθεῖν πλὴν οὐαὶ δι' INT: not should come but woe [to him] by Luke 18:8 Adv GRK: ἐν τάχει πλὴν ὁ υἱὸς NAS: for them quickly. However, when the Son KJV: speedily. Nevertheless when INT: in quickness Nevertheless the Son Luke 19:27 Adv GRK: Πλὴν τοὺς ἐχθρούς KJV: But those mine INT: Moreover the enemies Luke 22:21 Adv GRK: πλὴν ἰδοὺ ἡ KJV: But, behold, the hand INT: Moreover behold the Luke 22:22 Adv GRK: ὡρισμένον πορεύεται πλὴν οὐαὶ τῷ KJV: it was determined: but woe INT: has been determined goes but woe the Luke 22:42 Adv GRK: ἀπ' ἐμοῦ πλὴν μὴ τὸ NAS: cup from Me; yet not My will, KJV: from me: nevertheless not my INT: from me but not the Luke 23:28 Adv GRK: ἐπ' ἐμέ πλὴν ἐφ' ἑαυτὰς KJV: for me, but weep for INT: for me but for yourselves John 8:10 Adv GRK: μηδένα θεασάμενος πλὴν τὴς γυναικὸς KJV: saw none but the woman, he said INT: no one saw but the woman Acts 8:1 Adv GRK: καὶ Σαμαρείας πλὴν τῶν ἀποστόλων NAS: and Samaria, except the apostles. KJV: and Samaria, except the apostles. INT: and Samaria except the apostles Acts 15:28 Adv GRK: ὑμῖν βάρος πλὴν τούτων τῶν NAS: greater burden than these essentials: KJV: burden than these INT: upon you burden furthermore of these Acts 20:23 Adv GRK: πλὴν ὅτι τὸ NAS: except that the Holy Spirit KJV: Save that the Holy INT: except that the Strong's Greek 4133 32 Occurrences πλὴν — 32 Occ.