2517. kathexés

Lexicon

kathexés: In order, successively, one after another

Original Word: καθεξῆς
Part of Speech: Adverb
Transliteration: kathexés
Pronunciation: kath-ex-ACE
Phonetic Spelling: (kath-ex-ace')
Definition: In order, successively, one after another
Meaning: in order, in succession, in the time immediately after, just after.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

successively

From kata and hexes; thereafter, i.e. Consecutively; as a noun (by ellipsis of noun) a subsequent person or time -- after(-ward), by (in) order.

see GREEK kata

see GREEK hexes

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
from kata and hexés
Definition
successively
NASB Translation
afterwards* (1), consecutive order (1), orderly sequence (1), successively (1), successors onward (1).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 2517: καθεξῆς

καθεξῆς (κατά and ἑξῆς, which see), adverb, one after another, successively, in order: Luke 1:3; Acts 11:4; Acts 18:23; τῶν καθεξῆς those that follow after, Acts 3:24 (cf. Winer's Grammar, 633 (588)); ἐν τῷ καθεξῆς namely, χρόνῳ (R. V. soon afterward), Luke 8:1. (Aelian v. h. 8, 7; Plutarch, symp. 1, 1, 5; in earlier Greek ἑξῆς and ἐφεξῆς are more usual.)

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from κατά (kata, meaning "according to") and ἑξῆς (hexēs, meaning "in order" or "successively").

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for καθεξῆς, the concept of order and sequence is present in various Hebrew terms used in the Old Testament. For example, the Hebrew word סדר (seder, Strong's Hebrew 6186) conveys the idea of arrangement or order, similar to the Greek concept expressed by καθεξῆς.

Usage: The word καθεξῆς is used in the New Testament to describe actions or events that occur in a specific sequence or order. It emphasizes the orderly progression or arrangement of events.

Context: • Occurrences in the New Testament: The term καθεξῆς appears in the New Testament in contexts where the author wishes to convey a sense of orderly sequence or arrangement. It is used to describe the methodical presentation of events or teachings.
• Example in Scripture: In Luke 1:3, the author states, "Therefore, since I myself have carefully investigated everything from the beginning, it seemed good also to me to write an orderly account for you, most excellent Theophilus," (BSB). Here, καθεξῆς is translated as "orderly," indicating the structured and sequential nature of the account being presented.
• Theological Implications: The use of καθεξῆς underscores the importance of order and clarity in the communication of divine truths. It reflects the intention of the biblical authors to provide a coherent and logical presentation of events, ensuring that the message is conveyed accurately and effectively.
• Historical Context: In the Greco-Roman world, the concept of order and sequence was highly valued, particularly in historical and biographical writings. The use of καθεξῆς aligns with this cultural emphasis on orderly narration, enhancing the credibility and reliability of the account.

Forms and Transliterations

καθεξης καθεξής καθεξῆς kathexes kathexês kathexēs kathexē̂s

Englishman's Concordance

Luke 1:3 Adv
GRK: πᾶσιν ἀκριβῶς καθεξῆς σοι γράψαι
NAS: to write [it] out for you in consecutive order, most excellent
KJV: unto thee in order, most excellent
INT: will all things carefully with method to you to write

Luke 8:1 Adv
GRK: ἐν τῷ καθεξῆς καὶ αὐτὸς
INT: afterward soon that he

Acts 3:24 Adv
GRK: καὶ τῶν καθεξῆς ὅσοι ἐλάλησαν
NAS: from Samuel and [his] successors onward, also
KJV: and those that follow after, as many as
INT: and those subsequent as many as spoke

Acts 11:4 Adv
GRK: ἐξετίθετο αὐτοῖς καθεξῆς λέγων
NAS: [speaking] and [proceeded] to explain to them in orderly sequence, saying,
KJV: and expounded [it] by order unto them,
INT: he set [it] forth to them in order saying

Acts 18:23 Adv
GRK: ἐξῆλθεν διερχόμενος καθεξῆς τὴν Γαλατικὴν
NAS: and passed successively through
KJV: Phrygia in order, strengthening
INT: he went forth passing through in order the Galatian

Strong's Greek 2517
5 Occurrences

καθεξῆς — 5 Occ.