2075. este

Lexicon

este: you are

Original Word: ἐστέ
Part of Speech: Verb
Transliteration: este
Pronunciation: es-teh
Phonetic Spelling: (es-teh')
Definition: you are
Meaning: be, have been, belong

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

be, have been, belong.

Second person plural present indicative of eimi; ye are -- be, have been, belong.

see GREEK eimi

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
second pers. pl. pres. ind. of eimi, q.v.

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: The word ἐστέ is the second person plural present indicative form of the verb εἰμί (eimi), which means "to be."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for the Greek verb form ἐστέ, the concept of "being" is often expressed in Hebrew through the verb הָיָה (hayah), Strong's Hebrew Number 1961, which means "to be" or "to become." This verb is foundational in the Hebrew Bible for describing existence, identity, and the nature of God, as seen in Exodus 3:14, where God reveals Himself as "I AM" (אֶהְיֶה, ehyeh).

Usage: ἐστέ is used in the New Testament to address a group of people, signifying their current state or condition. It is often employed in teachings, exhortations, and descriptions of identity or status.

Context: The Greek word ἐστέ is a fundamental component of the New Testament, appearing frequently in the teachings of Jesus and the apostles. It is used to convey essential truths about the identity and responsibilities of believers. For instance, in Matthew 5:14, Jesus declares, "You are the light of the world," emphasizing the role of His followers in reflecting divine truth and guidance. Similarly, in 1 Corinthians 3:16, Paul reminds the Corinthian church, "Do you not know that you are God’s temple and that God’s Spirit dwells in you?" Here, ἐστέ underscores the sacred identity and indwelling presence of God within the community of believers.

The use of ἐστέ often serves to affirm the collective identity and mission of the church. In Ephesians 2:19, Paul writes, "Therefore you are no longer strangers and foreigners, but fellow citizens with the saints and members of God’s household." This statement highlights the transformation and inclusion of Gentile believers into the family of God, reinforcing their new status and unity in Christ.

Throughout the New Testament, ἐστέ is a key term in articulating the theological and ethical implications of being in Christ. It calls believers to recognize their position and live in accordance with the truths of the gospel. The word serves as a reminder of the present reality and ongoing relationship between God and His people.

Forms and Transliterations

εστε ἐστε este

Englishman's Concordance

ἐσθίοντες — 4 Occ.
ἐσθίοντι — 1 Occ.
ἐσθιόντων — 4 Occ.
ἐσθίουσιν — 8 Occ.
Ἑσλὶ — 1 Occ.
ἐσόπτρῳ — 1 Occ.
ἐσόπτρου — 1 Occ.
ἑσπέρα — 1 Occ.
ἑσπέραν — 1 Occ.
ἑσπέρας — 1 Occ.
ἔσχατα — 4 Occ.
ἐσχάταις — 3 Occ.
ἐσχάτας — 1 Occ.
ἐσχάτη — 11 Occ.
ἐσχάτῳ — 2 Occ.
ἐσχάτων — 3 Occ.
ἔσχατοι — 9 Occ.
ἔσχατον — 7 Occ.
ἔσχατος — 7 Occ.
ἐσχάτου — 5 Occ.