Lexicon
allós: other, another
Original Word: ἄλλος
Part of Speech: Adverb
Transliteration: allós
Pronunciation: al'-los
Phonetic Spelling: (al'-loce)
Definition: other, another
Meaning: otherwise, things that are otherwise.
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
otherwise.
Adverb from allos; differently -- otherwise.
see GREEK allos
NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Originadverb from
allosDefinitionotherwise
NASB Translationotherwise (1).
Thayer's Greek Lexicon
STRONGS NT 247: ἄλλωςἄλλως, adverb (
ἄλλος) (from
Homer down),
otherwise:
1 Timothy 5:25 (
τά ἄλλως ἔχοντα, which are of a different sort, i. e., which are not
καλά ἔργα (others which are not
πρόδηλα)).
Topical Lexicon
Word Origin: A primary wordCorresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • אַחֵר (acher) • Strong's Hebrew 312: Often used to denote "another" or "other," similar to ἄλλος in Greek.
• שֵׁנִי (sheni) • Strong's Hebrew 8145: Meaning "second" or "another," used in contexts where a sequence or similarity is implied.
These Hebrew terms reflect similar concepts of "another" or "other" in the Old Testament, providing a linguistic and thematic bridge to the Greek usage in the New Testament.
Usage: The Greek word ἄλλος is used to denote "another" or "other," often in the sense of another of the same kind. It is used to distinguish between two or more items, people, or concepts that are similar in nature or category.
Context: The term ἄλλος (allos) appears frequently in the New Testament and is a fundamental word used to express the concept of "another" or "other." It is distinct from the Greek word ἕτερος (heteros), which can imply another of a different kind. The usage of ἄλλος often emphasizes similarity or equivalence among the items or individuals being compared.
In the New Testament, ἄλλος is used in various contexts, including:
• Interpersonal Relationships: In Matthew 5:39, Jesus teaches, "But I tell you not to resist an evil person. If someone slaps you on your right cheek, turn to him the other (ἄλλος) also." Here, ἄλλος is used to refer to the other cheek, emphasizing the same kind of response.
• Parables and Teachings: In the parable of the sower, Mark 4:5 states, "Some fell on rocky ground, where it did not have much soil. It sprang up quickly, because the soil was shallow." The subsequent verses describe how "other (ἄλλος) seed fell among thorns" (Mark 4:7), illustrating different outcomes for the same kind of seed.
• Miracles and Healings: In Luke 7:41, Jesus tells the parable of the two debtors: "A certain creditor had two debtors. One owed him five hundred denarii, and the other (ἄλλος) fifty." The use of ἄλλος here highlights the similarity in their situation as debtors, despite the difference in the amount owed.
• Theological Concepts: In John 14:16, Jesus promises the coming of the Holy Spirit: "And I will ask the Father, and He will give you another (ἄλλος) Advocate to be with you forever." The term ἄλλος signifies another Advocate of the same kind as Jesus, emphasizing the continuity of divine presence and support.
The consistent use of ἄλλος throughout the New Testament underscores its role in conveying the idea of similarity and equivalence, whether in teachings, parables, or theological discussions.
Forms and Transliterations
αλλως άλλως ἄλλως άλματι άλμην αλμυρά αλμυρίδα allos allōs állos állōsLinks
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