Lexical Summary loipon: Remaining, rest, finally, henceforth Original Word: λοιπόν Strong's Exhaustive Concordance something that remainsNeuter singular of the same as loipoy; something remaining (adverbially) -- besides, finally, furthermore, (from) henceforth, moreover, now, + it remaineth, then. see GREEK loipoy NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originneut. sing. of loipos, q.v. Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 3063: λοιπόςλοιπός, λοιπή, λοιπόν (λείπω, λέλοιπα) (from Pindar and Herodotus down), the Sept. for יֶתֶר, נותָר, שְׁאָר, left; plural the remaining, the rest: with substantives, as οἱ λοιποί ἀπόστολοι, Acts 2:37; 1 Corinthians 9:5; add, Matthew 25:11; Romans 1:13; 2 Corinthians 12:13; Galatians 2:13; Philippians 4:3; 2 Peter 3:16; Revelation 8:13; absolutely, the rest of any number or class under consideration: simply, Matthew 22:6; Matthew 27:49; Mark 16:13; Luke 24:10; Acts 17:9; Acts 27:44; with a description added: οἱ λοιποί οἱ etc., Acts 28:9; 1 Thessalonians 4:13; Revelation 2:24; οἱ λοιποί πάντες, 2 Corinthians 13:2; Philippians 1:13; πᾶσι τοῖς λόγοις Luke 24:9; with a genitive: οἱ λοιποί τῶν ἀνθρώπων, Revelation 9:20; τοῦ σπέρματος, Revelation 12:17; τῶν νεκρῶν, Revelation 20:5; with a certain distinction and contrast, the rest, who are not of the specified class or number: Luke 8:10; Luke 18:9; Acts 5:13; Romans 11:7; 1 Corinthians 7:12; 1 Thessalonians 5:6; 1 Timothy 5:20; Revelation 11:13; Revelation 19:21; τά λοιπά, the rest, the things that remain: Mark 4:19; Luke 12:26; 1 Corinthians 11:34; Revelation 3:2. Neuter singular adverbially, τό λοιπόν what remains (Latinquod supcrest), i. e. a. hereafter, for the future, henceforth (often so in Greek writings from Pindar down): Mark 14:41 R T WH (but τό in brackets); Matthew 26:45 (WH omits; Tr brackets τό); 1 Corinthians 7:29; Hebrews 10:13; and without the article, Mark 14:41 G L Tr (WH (but see above)); 2 Timothy 4:8; cf. Herm. ad Vig., p. 706. τοῦ λοιποῦ, henceforth, in the future, Ephesians 6:10 L T Tr WH; Galatians 6:17; Herodotus 2, 109; Aristophanes pax 1084; Xenophon, Cyril 4,4, 10; oec. 10, 9; al; cf. Herm. ad Vig., p. 706; often also in full τοῦ λοιποῦ χρόνου. (Strictly, τό λοιπόν is 'for the future' τοῦ λοιποῦ, 'in (the) future'; τό λοιπόν may be used for τοῦ λοιποῦ, but not τοῦ λοιποῦ for τό λοιπόν; cf. Meyer and Ellicott on Galatians, as above; Buttmann, §§ 128, 2; 132, 26; Winers Grammar, 463(432).) b. at last; already: Acts 27:20 (so in later usage, see Passow or Liddell and Scott, under the word). c. τό λοιπόν, dropping the notion of time, signifies for the rest, besides, moreover (A. V. often finally), forming a transition to other things, to which the attention of the hearer or reader is directed: Ephesians 6:10 R G; Philippians 3:1; Philippians 4:8; 1 Thessalonians 4:1 Rec.; 2 Thessalonians 3:1; ὁ δέ λοιπόν has the same force in 1 Corinthians 4:2 R G; λοιπόν in 1 Corinthians 1:16; 1 Corinthians 4:2 L T Tr WH; 1 Thessalonians 4:1 G L T Tr WH. Topical Lexicon Overview of Function Λοιπόν operates as a connective adverb marking transition, summation, or a decisive turning point. Its nuances range from “finally” (closing an argument), through “for the rest / from now on” (signaling practical application), to “henceforth” (highlighting a new phase). Across the New Testament it consistently alerts the reader to pay close attention to the conclusion drawn or the action now demanded. Usage in the Synoptic Gospels • Matthew 26:45 and Mark 14:41 place the term on Jesus’ lips in Gethsemane: “Are you still sleeping and resting? Enough! The hour has come…” (Mark 14:41). Here λοιπόν separates a period of patient waiting from the irreversible moment of betrayal. The shift emphasizes that redemptive history has reached its appointed hour; delay is no longer possible. Luke-Acts Narrative Contribution Acts 27:20, during Paul’s storm-tossed voyage, records: “When neither sun nor stars appeared for many days and the great storm raged, we finally abandoned all hope of being saved.” The adverb underscores the depth of human helplessness just before God intervenes through Paul’s prophetic assurance (27:22-25). Luke uses λοιπόν to heighten the contrast between despair and deliverance, preparing readers to recognize the Lord’s providence in mission setbacks. Pauline Employment: Transition to Exhortation Paul favors λοιπόν for turning doctrine into practice. • 1 Corinthians 4:2: “Now it is required of stewards that they be found faithful.” The word seals his teaching on apostolic servanthood by demanding congregational faithfulness. • 2 Corinthians 13:11: “Finally, brothers, rejoice! Aim for perfect restoration…” The closing cluster of imperatives shows that reconciliation within the church is the logical conclusion of the epistle’s arguments. • Philippians 3:1; 4:8; 1 Thessalonians 4:1; 2 Thessalonians 3:1 all pivot from rich Christology or eschatology to concrete obedience—joy, pure thinking, sanctified walk, intercessory prayer. Notably Philippians 4:8 gathers the Christian thought-life into one sweeping exhortation: “Finally, brothers, whatever is true… think on these things.” Pastoral Letters and Perseverance In 2 Timothy 4:8 Paul, facing martyrdom, writes, “From now on there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness…” Λοιπόν introduces the assured outcome of a life poured out. The term directs Timothy to look beyond immediate hardship to eschatological reward, a pastoral encouragement for every servant of the gospel. Eschatological “Henceforth” Hebrews 10:13 portrays the ascended Christ: “Since that time, He waits for His enemies to be made His footstool.” The writer employs λοιπόν to mark the present, victorious reign of Jesus between His one sacrifice and His ultimate triumph. The word therefore bears eschatological weight, bridging accomplished atonement and awaited consummation. Ministerial Implications 1. Preaching: Λοιπόν signals where exposition should drive toward decision—calling hearers to rejoice, pray, think rightly, persevere, or take courage. Intertextual Harmony Whether spoken by Jesus, narrated by Luke, or written by Paul and the Hebrews author, λοιπόν consistently affirms Scripture’s unified pattern: revelation leads to response; doctrine births duty; past grace guarantees future glory. Devotional Reflection Believers today meet λοιπόν moments whenever Scripture’s teaching presses for immediate obedience or confident hope. Like the disciples in Gethsemane, like sailors in the storm, and like Paul awaiting his crown, the word calls the church to awaken, trust, and act, assured that God’s appointed “hour” always advances His saving purposes. Forms and Transliterations Λοιπον Λοιπόν λοιπὸν Loipon Loipón loipònLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Matthew 26:45 Adj-ANSGRK: Καθεύδετε τὸ λοιπὸν καὶ ἀναπαύεσθε KJV: Sleep on now, and INT: Sleep later on and take your rest Mark 14:41 Adj-ANS Acts 27:20 Adj-ANS 1 Corinthians 1:16 Adj-ANS 1 Corinthians 4:2 Adj-ANS 1 Corinthians 7:29 Adj-NNS 2 Corinthians 13:11 Adj-ANS Philippians 3:1 Adj-NNS Philippians 4:8 Adj-NNS 1 Thessalonians 4:1 Adj-NNS 2 Thessalonians 3:1 Adj-NNS 2 Timothy 4:8 Adj-ANS Hebrews 10:13 Adj-ANS |
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