1352. dio
Lexical Summary
dio: therefore, for this reason, because of this

Original Word: διό
Part of Speech: Conjunction
Transliteration: dio
Pronunciation: dee-oh'
Phonetic Spelling: (dee-o')
KJV: for which cause, therefore, wherefore
NASB: therefore, this reason, reason, so then, wherefore, why
Word Origin: [from G1223 (διά - through) and G3739 (ὅς - which)]

1. through which thing, i.e. consequently

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
for this reason, therefore, wherefore.

From dia and hos; through which thing, i.e. Consequently -- for which cause, therefore, wherefore.

see GREEK dia

see GREEK hos

HELPS Word-studies

1352 dió (a conjunction, derived from 1223 /diá, "across to the other side," and the relative pronoun 3739 /hós, "which") – because-therefore; on account of which therefore. Two "directions" are expressed by 1352 (dió) – looking backward ("because") to properly look forward ("therefore").

NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Origin
from dia and hos,
Definition
wherefore, on which account
NASB Translation
reason (1), so then (1), therefore (43), this reason (6), wherefore (1), why (1).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon
STRONGS NT 1352: διό

διό, conjunction equivalent to δἰ (from Thucydides and Plato down), wherefore, on which account: Matthew 27:8; Luke 1:35; Luke 7:7; Acts 10:29; Romans 1:24; Romans 2:1; 1 Corinthians 12:3; 2 Corinthians 6:17; Hebrews 3:7; James 1:21; 1 Peter 1:13, and often. (Cf. Winers Grammar, 445 (414); Buttmann, 233 (200); on Paul's use, see Ellicott on Galatians 4:31.)

Topical Lexicon
Essential Sense and Function

διό is the New Testament’s concise hinge-word for drawing necessary conclusions. Whenever the Spirit-inspired writers wish to declare, “Given all that has just been said, this must follow,” διό supplies the pivot. Translators render it “therefore,” “for this reason,” or “wherefore,” but its enduring value lies in clarifying that a stated fact inevitably produces a stated result. The term never weakens to mere suggestion; it signals obligation, certainty, or logical necessity.

Distribution and Literary Setting

With fifty-three occurrences, διό appears in every major New Testament genre: Gospel narrative (Matthew 27:8; Luke 1:35; Luke 7:7), historical narrative (Acts), Pauline letters, Hebrews, James, Petrine epistles, and even Philemon. The range demonstrates how integral logical connection is to revelation, whether recounting history or expounding doctrine.

• Narrative Examples
Matthew 27:8 names “Field of Blood” and adds, “Therefore that field has been called the Field of Blood to this day.” The conjunction certifies the lasting consequence of Judas’ betrayal money.
Luke 7:7 records the centurion’s humility: “For this reason I did not consider myself worthy to come to You,” linking his understanding of authority to his appeal for Christ’s word alone.

• Apostolic History
Acts 10:29: “Therefore I came without objection when I was sent for.” Peter’s obedience flows inevitably from the vision’s lesson of God’s impartiality.
Acts 27:25 and Acts 27:34 bracket Paul’s storm-speech: because God has promised life, confidence and practical action follow.

• Pauline Corpus

Paul is the most frequent user, employing διό to weld theological indicatives to moral imperatives. Romans 12 begins without the word, but earlier letters show the pattern: “Therefore it was credited to him as righteousness” (Romans 4:22) joins Abraham’s faith to the doctrine of justification; “Therefore it is necessary to submit to authority” (Romans 13:5) moves from sovereignty to civic duty; “Therefore welcome one another, just as Christ also welcomed you” (Romans 15:7) turns Christology into communal ethic.

• General Epistles

Hebrews concentrates thirteen uses, often shifting from Old Covenant exposition to New Covenant exhortation: “Therefore, leaving the elementary principles of Christ, let us press on to maturity” (Hebrews 6:1); “Therefore, since we are receiving an unshakable kingdom, let us be thankful” (Hebrews 12:28). James and Peter likewise employ the conjunction when turning insight into action (James 1:21; 1 Peter 1:13).

Linking Doctrine to Exhortation

Scripture never presents truth for abstraction’s sake. διό embodies the apostolic insistence that orthodoxy births orthopraxy.

1. Redemptive Accomplishment to Redemptive Application

Philippians 2:9 grounds Christ’s exaltation: “Therefore God exalted Him to the highest place…” Christ’s voluntary humility demands the Father’s vindication and calls believers to like-minded servanthood (Philippians 2:5, introduced earlier by διό in verse 9).

2. Indicative to Imperative

Ephesians 4:25: “Therefore each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully…” Because believers “have put on the new self,” honesty is obligatory, not optional.

3. Assurance to Encouragement

1 Thessalonians 5:11: “Therefore encourage and build one another up, just as you are already doing.” Future hope (verse 10) becomes present ministry.

Key Theological Contexts

• Sin and Judgment: Romans 1:24—human suppression of truth inevitably leads to divine handing over; διό underscores inevitability.
• Grace and Faith: 2 Corinthians 4:16—“Therefore we do not lose heart” because inner renewal outweighs bodily decay.
• Ecclesiology: 2 Corinthians 6:17 evokes Isaiah when commanding separation from idolatry, linking prophetic promise to church purity.
• Eschatology: 2 Peter 3:14—“Therefore, beloved, as you look for these things, make every effort to be found at peace…” The coming new heavens obligate present holiness.

Christ-Centered Connections

At pivotal Christological moments, διό signals divine response to the Son’s mission:
Luke 1:35 ties virginal conception to Jesus’ title: “Therefore the child to be born will be called holy, the Son of God.”
Hebrews 2 echoes the same logic: suffering Messiah, therefore crowned with glory (not an explicit διό but the same pattern).
Hebrews 10:5 applies Psalm 40: “Therefore, when Christ came into the world, He said…” linking incarnation to sacrificial obedience.

Pastoral and Homiletical Value

Preachers regularly alert hearers that every biblical “therefore” demands inquiry: “What is it there for?” Recognizing διό helps:

1. Structure sermons around divine logic—exposition before application.
2. Guard against moralism: imperatives arise from gospel indicatives.
3. Cultivate assurance: divine promises yield unwavering hope (Acts 27:25).
4. Nurture holiness: privilege (Hebrews 12:28) necessitates reverent worship.

Historical and Cultural Notes

Classical Greek used διό for legal and rhetorical deductions. New Testament writers adopt the term without alteration, demonstrating that divine revelation employs but transcends human rhetoric: God speaks in the language of reason, grounding faith in truth.

Summary

διό, though a small conjunction, is a theological signpost. It gathers divine facts and presses them upon the conscience, ensuring that revelation moves naturally into response. Every occurrence—whether explaining a geographical nickname, commanding ethical reform, or unveiling heavenly glory—signals the unbreakable unity of truth and life in the gospel.

Forms and Transliterations
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Matthew 27:8 Conj
GRK: διὸ ἐκλήθη ὁ
NAS: For this reason that field
KJV: Wherefore that field
INT: Therefore was called the

Luke 1:35 Conj
GRK: ἐπισκιάσει σοι διὸ καὶ τὸ
NAS: will overshadow you; and for that reason the holy
KJV: thee: therefore also
INT: will overshadow you therefore also the

Luke 7:7 Conj
GRK: διὸ οὐδὲ ἐμαυτὸν
NAS: for this reason I did not even
KJV: Wherefore neither thought I
INT: therefore neither myself

Acts 10:29 Conj
GRK: διὸ καὶ ἀναντιρρήτως
NAS: That is why I came without
KJV: Therefore came I
INT: Therefore also without objecting

Acts 15:19 Conj
GRK: διὸ ἐγὼ κρίνω
NAS: Therefore it is my judgment
KJV: Wherefore my sentence is,
INT: Therefore I judge

Acts 20:31 Conj
GRK: διὸ γρηγορεῖτε μνημονεύοντες
NAS: Therefore be on the alert,
KJV: Therefore watch, and remember,
INT: Therefore watch remembering

Acts 24:26 Conj
GRK: τοῦ Παύλου διὸ καὶ πυκνότερον
NAS: him by Paul; therefore he also
KJV: him: wherefore he sent for
INT: Paul therefore also often

Acts 25:26 Conj
GRK: οὐκ ἔχω διὸ προήγαγον αὐτὸν
NAS: to my lord. Therefore I have brought him before
KJV: unto my lord. Wherefore I have brought
INT: nothing I have Therefore I brought forth him

Acts 26:3 Conj
GRK: καὶ ζητημάτων διὸ δέομαι μακροθύμως
NAS: [the] Jews; therefore I beg
KJV: the Jews: wherefore I beseech
INT: also questions therefore I implore [you] patiently

Acts 27:25 Conj
GRK: διὸ εὐθυμεῖτε ἄνδρες
NAS: Therefore, keep up your courage, men,
KJV: Wherefore, sirs, be of good cheer:
INT: Therefore take heart men

Acts 27:34 Conj
GRK: διὸ παρακαλῶ ὑμᾶς
NAS: Therefore I encourage you to take
KJV: Wherefore I pray you
INT: Therefore I exhort you

Romans 1:24 Conj
GRK: Διὸ παρέδωκεν αὐτοὺς
NAS: Therefore God gave them over
KJV: Wherefore God also
INT: Therefore gave up them

Romans 2:1 Conj
GRK: Διὸ ἀναπολόγητος εἶ
NAS: Therefore you have no excuse,
KJV: Therefore thou art inexcusable,
INT: Therefore inexcusable you are

Romans 4:22 Conj
GRK: διὸ καὶ ἐλογίσθη
NAS: Therefore IT WAS ALSO CREDITED
KJV: And therefore it was imputed to him
INT: therefore also it was credited

Romans 13:5 Conj
GRK: διὸ ἀνάγκη ὑποτάσσεσθαι
NAS: Therefore it is necessary
KJV: Wherefore [ye] must needs be subject,
INT: Therefore necessary [it is] to be subject

Romans 15:7 Conj
GRK: Διὸ προσλαμβάνεσθε ἀλλήλους
NAS: Therefore, accept one another,
KJV: Wherefore receive ye one another,
INT: Therefore receive you one another

Romans 15:22 Conj
GRK: Διὸ καὶ ἐνεκοπτόμην
NAS: For this reason I have often
KJV: For which cause also I have been
INT: Therefore also I was hindered

1 Corinthians 12:3 Conj
GRK: διὸ γνωρίζω ὑμῖν
NAS: Therefore I make known to you that no
KJV: Wherefore I give you
INT: Therefore I give to know you

1 Corinthians 14:13 Conj
GRK: Διὸ ὁ λαλῶν
NAS: Therefore let one who speaks
INT: Therefore he that speaks

2 Corinthians 1:20 Conj
GRK: τό Ναί διὸ καὶ δι'
NAS: in Him they are yes; therefore also
INT: [is] the yes therefore and in

2 Corinthians 2:8 Conj
GRK: διὸ παρακαλῶ ὑμᾶς
NAS: Wherefore I urge you to reaffirm
KJV: Wherefore I beseech you
INT: Therefore I exhort you

2 Corinthians 4:13 Conj
GRK: γεγραμμένον Ἐπίστευσα διὸ ἐλάλησα καὶ
NAS: I BELIEVED, THEREFORE I SPOKE,
KJV: I believed, and therefore have I spoken;
INT: has been written I believed therefore I spoke also

2 Corinthians 4:13 Conj
GRK: ἡμεῖς πιστεύομεν διὸ καὶ λαλοῦμεν
NAS: believe, therefore we also
KJV: believe, and therefore speak;
INT: we believe therefore also we speak

2 Corinthians 4:16 Conj
GRK: Διὸ οὐκ ἐγκακοῦμεν
NAS: Therefore we do not lose heart,
KJV: For which cause we faint not;
INT: Therefore not we faint

2 Corinthians 5:9 Conj
GRK: διὸ καὶ φιλοτιμούμεθα
NAS: Therefore we also
KJV: Wherefore we labour, that,
INT: Therefore also we are ambitious

Strong's Greek 1352
53 Occurrences


διὸ — 53 Occ.

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