Lexical Summary kakeithen: and from there, and thence Original Word: κακεῖθεν Strong's Exhaustive Concordance and afterward, from thenceFrom kai and ekeithen; likewise from that place (or time) -- and afterward (from) (thence), thence also. see GREEK kai see GREEK ekeithen NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom kai and ekeithen Definition and from there NASB Translation there (9). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2547: κἀκεῖθενκἀκεῖθεν (Griesbach κἀκεῖθεν; see κἀγώ and references) (by crasis from καί and ἐκεῖθεν (cf. Winers Grammar, § 5, 3; Buttmann, 10; especially Tdf. Proleg. 96f)); Latinet inde; a. of place, and from thence, and thence: Mark 9:30 (R G καί ἐκεῖθεν); Mark 10:1 (L T Tr WH καί ἐκεῖθεν; Luke 11:53 T Tr text WH); Acts 7:4; Acts 14:26; Acts 16:12 (ἐκεῖθεν τί R G); b. of time, and thereafter, and afterward (cf. Bornem. Scholia in Luc., p. 90f): Acts 13:21. Strong’s Greek 2547, κακεῖθεν, literally “and from there,” punctuates New Testament narratives at moments of departure and onward movement. The word appears ten times, always marking a transition that is purposeful, Spirit-directed, and often strategic for redemptive history. Narrative and Theological Patterns 1. Divine initiative: every “from there” proceeds under God’s sovereign timing. Jesus’ Ministry Movement (Mark 9:30) “Departing from there, they passed through Galilee. But Jesus did not want anyone to know, for He was teaching His disciples…” (Mark 9:30-31). κακεῖθεν introduces the Lord’s deliberate withdrawal from public acclaim to private instruction. The shift emphasizes discipleship depth over crowd size and foreshadows the cross-focused teaching that follows. Conflict with Religious Leaders (Luke 11:53) “As Jesus left there, the scribes and Pharisees began to assail Him fiercely…” (Luke 11:53). Here the adverb frames escalating hostility. Christ’s departure exposes hardened hearts, illustrating that movement in ministry may intensify opposition yet still fulfills God’s plan. Foundational Patriarchal Relocation (Acts 7:4) “Then he left the land of the Chaldeans and settled in Haran. After his father died, God had him move from there to this land…” (Acts 7:4). Stephen recounts Abraham’s second stage of obedience. κακεῖθεν links promise to place, showing that every step of salvation history is orchestrated by God. Israel’s Transition to Monarchy (Acts 13:21) “Then they asked for a king, and God gave them Saul son of Kish… for forty years. From there He removed him and raised up David as their king.” Paul employs the adverb in Pisidian Antioch to highlight divine prerogative in raising leaders and progressing toward the Messianic line. Missionary Sending and Returning (Acts 14:26) “From there they sailed back to Antioch, where they had been commended to the grace of God for the work they had now completed.” The first missionary journey closes with κακεῖθεν, stressing accountability to the sending church and the grace that sustains mission. Advance into Macedonia (Acts 16:12) “And from there we traveled to Philippi, a leading city of that district of Macedonia, and we stayed there several days.” The word marks the point at which the gospel first penetrates Europe, a decisive step in fulfilling Christ’s worldwide commission. Coastal Progress on the Third Journey (Acts 20:15) “Sailing from there, the next day we came opposite Chios.” Paul’s itinerary, dotted with κακεῖθεν, reflects disciplined stewardship of time and a shepherd’s heart to reach Jerusalem by Pentecost. Final Pilgrimage toward Jerusalem (Acts 21:1) “After we had torn ourselves away from them, we set sail straight for Cos, the next day to Rhodes, and from there to Patara.” The adverb conveys both emotional cost and unwavering resolve in obeying God’s call despite looming danger. Perilous Voyage toward Rome (Acts 27:4) “Putting out to sea from there, we sailed under the lee of Cyprus because the winds were against us.” Even adverse circumstances cannot hinder the divinely appointed journey that will put Paul before Caesar. Encouragement on Italian Soil (Acts 28:15) “The brothers there had heard about us and traveled as far as the Forum of Appius and Three Taverns to meet us. At the sight of these men, Paul thanked God and was encouraged.” κακεῖθεν signals the final leg to Rome, where fellowship fortifies the apostle for impending witness. Spiritual Themes and Ministry Implications • Guided mobility: whether patriarch, prophet, or apostle, God’s servants move “from there” by His directive, reminding believers that location is a stewardship under divine command. Thus Strong’s 2547, though a small connective, highlights the purposeful progression of redemptive history and calls the Church to follow God’s leading from one place of obedience to the next. Englishman's Concordance Mark 9:30 Adv-CGRK: Κἀκεῖθεν ἐξελθόντες παρεπορεύοντο NAS: From there they went INT: From there having gone forth they passed Luke 11:53 Adv-C Acts 7:4 Adv-C Acts 13:21 Adv-C Acts 14:26 Adv-C Acts 16:12 Adv-C Acts 20:15 Adv-C Acts 21:1 Adv-C Acts 27:4 Adv-C Acts 28:15 Adv-C |
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