158. aition

Lexicon

aition: Cause, reason, responsibility

Original Word: αἴτιον
Part of Speech: Noun, Neuter
Transliteration: aition
Pronunciation: ah'-ee-tee-on
Phonetic Spelling: (ah'-ee-tee-on)
Definition: Cause, reason, responsibility
Meaning: cause, crime, guilt, criminality.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

cause, fault.

Neuter of aitios; a reason or crime (like aitia) -- cause, fault.

see GREEK aitios

see GREEK aitia

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
neut. of aitios, q.v.

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from the Greek root αἴτιος (aitios), meaning "cause" or "reason."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for αἴτιον, the concept of causation or reason can be found in several Hebrew words. Some related entries include:
• Strong's Hebrew 182 (אֵבֶל, 'ebel): Often translated as "cause" or "reason" in certain contexts.
• Strong's Hebrew 1558 (גָּלָל, galal): Meaning "because of" or "on account of," indicating causation.
• Strong's Hebrew 4941 (מִשְׁפָּט, mishpat): While primarily meaning "judgment" or "justice," it can imply the reason or basis for a legal decision.

These Hebrew terms, like αἴτιον, emphasize the importance of understanding the reasons behind actions and decisions, both human and divine, within the biblical narrative.

Usage: In the New Testament, αἴτιον is used to describe the cause or reason behind certain actions or events. It is employed in contexts where an explanation or justification is being sought or provided.

Context: The Greek word αἴτιον appears in the New Testament to convey the concept of causation or justification. It is used in contexts where understanding the reason behind an event or action is crucial. For example, in John 18:38, Pilate uses the term when he states, "I find no basis for a charge against Him." Here, αἴτιον is translated as "basis for a charge," indicating the absence of a cause or reason to accuse Jesus.

The use of αἴτιον highlights the importance of discerning the underlying reasons for actions, particularly in legal or moral contexts. It underscores the necessity of having a justifiable cause before making accusations or judgments. This aligns with the broader biblical principle of justice and truth, where actions and decisions should be based on sound reasoning and evidence.

In a theological context, αἴτιον can also be understood as pointing to the ultimate cause or reason behind divine actions. It invites believers to seek understanding of God's purposes and the reasons behind His commands and interventions in the world.

Forms and Transliterations

αίτιον αίτιος αιτίου

Englishman's Concordance

ᾔτησας — 1 Occ.
ᾐτήσασθε — 1 Occ.
ᾐτήσατε — 1 Occ.
ᾐτήσατο — 6 Occ.
ᾐτοῦντο — 2 Occ.
αἴτημα — 1 Occ.
αἰτήματα — 2 Occ.
αἰτία — 2 Occ.
αἰτίαν — 16 Occ.
αἰτίας — 2 Occ.
αἴτιον — 3 Occ.
αἴτιος — 1 Occ.
αἰτίου — 1 Occ.
αἰφνίδιος — 2 Occ.
αἰχμαλωσίαν — 3 Occ.
ᾐχμαλώτευσεν — 1 Occ.
αἰχμαλωτισθήσονται — 1 Occ.
αἰχμαλωτίζοντά — 1 Occ.
αἰχμαλωτίζοντες — 2 Occ.
αἰχμαλώτοις — 1 Occ.