◄ 2539. kaiper ►
Strong's Lexicon kaiper: although, though Original Word: καίπερ Part of Speech: Conjunction Transliteration: kaiper Pronunciation: KAI-per Phonetic Spelling: (kah'-ee-per) Definition: although, though. Meaning: The word καίπερ is an adverb meaning "although" or "though." It is used to introduce a concessive clause, indicating a contrast or exception to what is stated in the main clause. Word Origin: A compound of καί (G2532) meaning "and" or "even" and περ, an emphatic particle. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for καίπερ, the concept of concession or contrast can be found in various Hebrew terms and constructions. For example, the Hebrew word אַף (aph, Strong's H637) can sometimes convey a similar sense of "even" or "although" in certain contexts, though it is not a direct lexical equivalent. Usage: The term καίπερ is used in the New Testament to express a concession or contrast, often highlighting a situation where something is true despite opposing circumstances. Context: The Greek adverb καίπερ is a significant term used to convey contrast or concession within a sentence. It appears in contexts where the writer acknowledges a particular fact or situation that stands in contrast to the main point being made. This word is used to emphasize the strength or validity of the main clause despite the concession introduced by καίπερ. In the New Testament, καίπερ is used sparingly but effectively to underscore the resilience of faith or the persistence of truth in the face of adversity. For example, in Hebrews 5:8, the term is used to highlight the obedience of Christ: "Although He was a Son, He learned obedience from what He suffered." Here, καίπερ introduces the notion that despite His divine sonship, Christ's experience of suffering was a means of learning obedience, emphasizing the depth of His human experience and the perfection of His obedience. The use of καίπερ in the New Testament serves to remind readers of the paradoxes inherent in the Christian faith, where divine truths often stand in contrast to worldly expectations. It calls believers to recognize and embrace the complexities of faith, where God's purposes are fulfilled even in situations that seem contradictory or challenging. HELPS Word-studies 2539 kaíper (2532 /kaí, "and, even" which intensifies 4007 /per, "indeed") – "even though," "though indeed," "even so (notwithstanding)". NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin from kai and per Definition although NASB Translation although (3), even though (1), though (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2539: καίπερ καίπερ (Treg. καί περ in Heb.; from Homer, Odyssey 7, 224 down), conjunc. (originally even very much, cf. Donaldson § 621; Bäumlein, p. 200f; Krüger, § 56, 13, 2; Buttmann, § 144, 23; Winers Grammar, § 45, 2 at the end), although; it is joined to a participle (in Greek writings sometimes also to an adjective, so that ὤν must be supplied): Philippians 3:4; Hebrews 5:8; Hebrews 7:5; Hebrews 12:17; 2 Peter 1:12; contrary to ordinary usage (yet so occasionally in Greek writings) with a finite verb, καίπερ ἐστιν, Revelation 17:8 Rec.; but since Griesbach καί παρέσται (correctly παρέσται (see in πάρειμι)) has been restored after the best manuscripts Strong's Exhaustive Concordance and yet, although. From kai and per; and indeed, i.e. Nevertheless or notwithstanding -- and yet, although. see GREEK kai see GREEK per Forms and Transliterations καιπερ καίπερ καίριόν kaiper kaíper Links Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts Englishman's Concordance Philippians 3:4 Conj GRK: καίπερ ἐγὼ ἔχων NAS: although I myself might have KJV: Though I might INT: Though I have Hebrews 5:8 Conj GRK: καίπερ ὢν υἱός NAS: Although He was a Son, He learned KJV: Though he were a Son, INT: though being a son Hebrews 7:5 Conj GRK: ἀδελφοὺς αὐτῶν καίπερ ἐξεληλυθότας ἐκ NAS: that is, from their brethren, although these are descended KJV: brethren, though they come INT: brothers of them though having come out of Hebrews 12:17 Conj GRK: οὐχ εὗρεν καίπερ μετὰ δακρύων NAS: for repentance, though he sought KJV: of repentance, though he sought INT: not he found although with tears 2 Peter 1:12 Conj GRK: περὶ τούτων καίπερ εἰδότας καὶ NAS: you of these things, even though you [already] know KJV: these things, though ye know INT: concerning these things although knowing [them] and Strong's Greek 2539 5 Occurrences καίπερ — 5 Occ.