◄ 1895. epeidéper ►
Strong's Lexicon epeidéper: "Inasmuch as," "since indeed," "because" Original Word: ἐπειδήπερ Part of Speech: Conjunction Transliteration: epeidéper Pronunciation: eh-pey-dee'-per Phonetic Spelling: (ep-i-day'-per) Definition: since, forasmuch as. Meaning: The word ἐπειδήπερ is a conjunction meaning "inasmuch as," "since," or "because." It is used to introduce a reason or explanation for a preceding statement. Word Origin: A compound of ἐπεί (G1893) and δή (G1211) with the enclitic particle περ (G4007). Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Hebrew equivalent for ἐπειδήπερ in the Strong's Hebrew Dictionary, as it is a Greek conjunction with a specific function in the Greek language. However, similar causal conjunctions in Hebrew might include words like כִּי (ki, H3588), which can mean "because" or "for," used to introduce reasons or explanations in Hebrew texts. Usage: This Greek word is used in the New Testament to provide a rationale or justification for a statement or action. It appears in contexts where the speaker or writer is explaining the basis for their narrative or argument. Context: The term ἐπειδήπερ is found in the New Testament in Luke 1:1, where it serves as an introductory conjunction. In this passage, Luke uses ἐπειδήπερ to explain the reason for his writing of the Gospel account. The verse reads: "Many have undertaken to compose an account of the things that have been fulfilled among us," (Luke 1:1, BSB). Here, ἐπειδήπερ introduces the rationale for Luke's endeavor to write an orderly account of the events concerning Jesus Christ. This usage highlights the author's intent to provide a well-researched and accurate narrative, acknowledging the efforts of others while establishing the purpose of his own work. In the broader context of biblical literature, ἐπειδήπερ is a rare term, appearing only once in the New Testament. Its use underscores the importance of providing a clear and reasoned explanation for the narrative that follows. The word reflects the careful and deliberate approach of the Gospel writer, emphasizing the historical and theological significance of the events being recounted. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin from epeidé and per Definition inasmuch as NASB Translation much (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 1895: ἐπειδήπερ ἐπειδήπερ (ἐπειδή περ Lachmann), conjunction (from ἐπεί, δή and περ), seeing that, forasmuch as; Itala and Vulg.quoniam quidem, since now (cf. Winer's Grammar, 448 (417)): Luke 1:1. (Aristotle, phys. 8, 5 (p. 256b, 25); Dionysius Halicarnassus 2, 72; Philo ad Gai. § 25, and Attic writings from Thucydides down.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance inasmuch. From epeide and per; since indeed (of cause) -- forasmuch. see GREEK epeide see GREEK per Forms and Transliterations ΕΠΕΙΔΗΠΕΡ επειδήπερ ἐπειδήπερ EPEIDePER EPEIDĒPER Links Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts Englishman's Concordance Luke 1:1 Conj GRK: ΕΠΕΙΔΗΠΕΡ ΠΟΛΛΟΙ ἐπεχείρησαν NAS: Inasmuch as many have undertaken KJV: Forasmuch as many have taken in hand INT: FORASMUCH AS many have undertaken Strong's Greek 1895 1 Occurrence ΕΠΕΙΔΗΠΕΡ — 1 Occ.