Strong's Lexicon ethó: to be accustomed, to be used to Original Word: ἔθω Word Origin: A primary verb Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent often relates to words like "הָלַךְ" (halak), meaning to walk or to go, which can imply habitual conduct or lifestyle, and "מִנְהָג" (minhag), meaning custom or tradition. Usage: The Greek verb "ethó" primarily means to be accustomed to or to be in the habit of doing something. It implies a repeated or habitual action, often reflecting cultural or personal practices that have become routine. Cultural and Historical Background: In the ancient Greek world, customs and habits were integral to daily life, shaping social interactions, religious practices, and community norms. The concept of being accustomed to certain behaviors or rituals was significant in both Jewish and Greco-Roman cultures. This verb reflects the importance of tradition and routine in maintaining societal order and personal discipline. 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. 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). 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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