Lexical Summary ethó: to be accustomed, to be used to Original Word: ἔθω Strong's Exhaustive Concordance by custom, manner. A primary verb; to be used (by habit or conventionality); neuter perfect participle usage -- be custom (manner, wont). HELPS Word-studies 1486 éthō (cognate with 1485 /éthos, "behavior based on tradition or custom") – doing what one is accustomed to do, i.e. on the basis of habit or tradition (see Mt 27:15; Lk 4:16; Ac 17:2). NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origina prim. verb Definition to be accustomed, part. custom NASB Translation accustomed (1), custom (3). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 1486: ἔθωἔθω (of the present only the participle ἐθῶν is used, in Homer): perfect εἴωθα, to be accustomed, used, wont; (pluperfect as imperfect (Winer's Grammar, 274 (257f)) ἐιώθειν; followed by an infinitive: Matthew 27:15; Mark 10:1. Participle τό εἰωθός in a passive sense, that which is wont; usage, custom: κατά τό εἰωθός τίνι, as one's custom is, as is his wont, Luke 4:16; Acts 17:2. STRONGS NT 1486: εἴωθαεἴωθα, see ἔθω. Topical Lexicon Strong's Greek: 1486 — Habitual Practice, Established Custom General Concept Describes an action repeated so consistently that it becomes an accepted habit or rule, giving shape to expectations, decisions, and ministry strategy. Occurrences in the New Testament Matthew 27:15 – Civil Tradition in the Passion Narrative Pilate’s annual Passover pardon is introduced with 1486, underscoring how entrenched political customs can be exploited for injustice yet still fulfill divine prophecy: “Now it was the governor’s custom at the feast to release to the crowd a prisoner of their choosing.” (Matthew 27:15). The episode exposes humanity’s tendency to let ritual override righteousness (Micah 6:8) while God turns even misguided traditions to serve redemptive purposes (Acts 2:23). Mark 10:1 – Jesus’ Habitual Teaching Crowds gather and “He began teaching them again, as was His custom.” The word spotlights Jesus’ unwavering rhythm of public instruction, modeling perseverance in proclaiming truth regardless of location or opposition (2 Timothy 4:2). Luke 4:16 – Regular Synagogue Worship Jesus “went into the synagogue on the Sabbath day, as was His custom.” His faithful participation in corporate worship affirms the value of congregational gathering and Scripture reading, culminating in the unveiling of His messianic mission (Isaiah 61:1–2). The passage bolsters the exhortation not to forsake assembling together (Hebrews 10:25). Acts 17:2 – Paul’s Missionary Strategy Paul “went in, as was his custom, and on three Sabbaths reasoned with them from the Scriptures.” 1486 frames a deliberate pattern: begin in the synagogue, present Christ from the Law and Prophets, then broaden to the Gentiles. The habitual approach illustrates adaptability within principle (Romans 1:16; 1 Corinthians 9:20). Historical and Cultural Background In both Jewish and Greco-Roman settings, customs held quasi-legal authority. By employing 1486 the New Testament writers anchor events inside recognized social rhythms, demonstrating that the gospel engaged real history and culture rather than mythical abstraction. Theological Themes 1. Divine Sovereignty Over Routine – God works through ordinary habits to advance redemptive history. Practical Ministry Applications • Cultivate godly disciplines; habitual worship and Scripture intake position believers to hear and obey God. Related Old Testament Parallels – Passover and Jubilee releases (Deuteronomy 15:12–15) demonstrate established patterns of mercy behind Pilate’s political custom. – The Psalmist’s delight in the house of the Lord (Psalm 122:1) foreshadows Jesus’ regular synagogue worship. Summary Strong’s Greek 1486 highlights established customs that influence political decisions, worship habits, and missionary methods. Through these patterns Scripture shows how God works within human routine to reveal Christ, form character, and spread the gospel, encouraging believers to practice holy habits for His glory. Forms and Transliterations ειωθει ειώθει εἰώθει ειωθος ειωθός εἰωθὸς eiothei eiōthei eiṓthei eiothos eiothòs eiōthos eiōthòsLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Matthew 27:15 V-LIA-3SGRK: δὲ ἑορτὴν εἰώθει ὁ ἡγεμὼν NAS: the governor was accustomed to release KJV: the governor was wont to release INT: moreover [the] feast was accustomed the governor Mark 10:1 V-LIA-3S Luke 4:16 V-RPA-ANS Acts 17:2 V-RPA-ANS Strong's Greek 1486 |
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