3825. palin
Lexical Summary
palin: Again, once more, back

Original Word: πάλιν
Part of Speech: Adverb
Transliteration: palin
Pronunciation: PAH-lin
Phonetic Spelling: (pal'-in)
KJV: again
NASB: again, back, once more, other hand, another
Word Origin: [probably from pallo "to vibrate" (another form for G906 (βάλλω - thrown)) (through the idea of oscillatory repetition)]

1. (adverbially) anew
2. (of place) back
3. (of time) once more
4. (conjunctionally) furthermore or on the other hand

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
again.

Probably from the same as pale (through the idea of oscillatory repetition); (adverbially) anew, i.e. (of place) back, (of time) once more, or (conjunctionally) furthermore or on the other hand -- again.

see GREEK pale

NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Origin
a prim. word
Definition
back (of place), again (of time), further
NASB Translation
again (127), again* (1), another (1), back (4), once more (4), other hand (3).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon
STRONGS NT 3825: πάλιν

πάλιν, adverb, from Homer down;

1. anew, again (but the primary meaning seems to be back; cf. (among others) Ellendt, Lex. Sophocles, under the word, ii, p. 485);

a. joined to verbs of all sorts, it denotes renewal or repetition of the action: Matthew 4:8; Matthew 20:5; Matthew 21:36; Matthew 22:1, 4; Mark 2:13; Mark 3:20; Luke 23:20; John 1:35; John 4:13; John 8:2, 8, 12, 21; John 9:15, 17; John 10:19; Acts 17:32; Acts 27:28; Romans 11:23; 1 Corinthians 7:5; 2 Corinthians 11:16; Galatians 1:9; Galatians 2:18; Galatians 4:19; 2 Peter 2:20; Philippians 2:28; Philippians 4:4; Hebrews 1:6 (where πάλιν is tacitly opposed to the time when God first brought his Son into the world, i. e. to the time of Jesus' former life on earth); Hebrews 5:12; Hebrews 6:1, 6; James 5:18; Revelation 10:8, 11; πάλιν μικρόν namely, ἔσται, John 16:16f, 19; εἰς τό πάλιν, again (cf. German zum wiederholten Male; (see εἰς, A. II. 2 at the end)), 2 Corinthians 13:2; with verbs of going, coming, departing, returning, where again combines with the notion of back; thus with ἄγωμεν, John 11:7; ἀναχωρεῖν, John 6:15 (where Tdf. φεύγει and Griesbach omits πάλιν) (cf. John 6:3); ἀπέρχεσθαι, John 4:3; John 10:40; John 20:10; ἐισέρχεσθαι, Mark 2:1; Mark 3:1; John 18:33; John 19:9; ἐξέρχεσθαι, Mark 7:31; ἔρχεσθαι, John 4:46; John 14:3; 2 Corinthians 1:16; 2 Corinthians 12:21 (cf. Winers Grammar, 554 (515) n.; Buttmann, § 145, 2 a.); ὑπάγειν, John 11:8; ἀνακάμπτειν, Acts 18:21; διαπεραν, Mark 5:21; ὑποστρέφειν, Galatians 1:17; ἐμή παρουσία πάλιν πρός ὑμᾶς, my presence with you again, i. e. my return to you, Philippians 1:26 (cf. Buttmann, § 125, 2); also with verbs of taking, John 10:17; Acts 10:16 Rec.; .

b. with other parts of the sentence: πάλιν εἰς φόβον, Romans 8:15; πάλιν ἐν λύπη, 2 Corinthians 2:1.

c. πάλιν is explained by the addition of more precise specifications of time (cf. Winer's Grammar, 604 (562)): πάλιν ἐκ τρίτου, Matthew 26:44 (L Tr marginal reading brackets ἐκ τρίτου); ἐκ δευτέρου, Matthew 26:42; Acts 10:15; πάλιν δεύτερον, John 4:54; John 21:16; πάλιν ἄνωθεν, again, anew (R. V. back again (yet cf. Meyer at the passage)), Galatians 4:9 (Wis. 19:6; πάλιν ἐξ ἀρχῆς, Aristophanes Plutarch, 866; Plato, Eut., p. 11 b. and 15 c.; Isoc. areiop. 6, p. 338 (p. 220, Lange edition); cf. Winer's Grammar, as above).

2. again, i. e. further, moreover (where the subject remains the same and a repetition of the action or condition is indicated): Matthew 5:33 (πάλιν ἠκούσατε); Matthew 13:44 (where T Tr WH omit; L brackets πάλιν), ; ; Luke 13:20; John 10:7 (not Tdf.); especially where to O. T. passages already quoted others are added: Matthew 4:7; John 12:39; John 19:37; Romans 15:10-12; 1 Corinthians 3:20; Hebrews 1:5; Hebrews 2:13; Hebrews 4:5; Hebrews 10:30; Clement of Rome, 1 Cor. 15, 3f [ET] and often in Philo; cf. Bleek, Br. a. d. Hebrews 2:1, p. 108. 3. in turn, on the other hand: Luke 6:43 T WH L brackets Tr brackets; 1 Corinthians 12:21; 2 Corinthians 10:7; 1 John 2:8 (Wis. 13:8 Wis. 16:23; 2 Macc. 15:39; see examples from secular authors in Pape, under the word, 2; Passow, under the word, 3; (Ellendt as above (at the beginning); Liddell and Scott, under the word, III.; but many (e. g. Fritzsche and Meyer on Matthew 3:7) refuse to recognize this sense in the N. T.)). John uses πάλιν in his Gospel far more frequent than the other N. T. writings, in his Epistles but once; Luke two or three times; the author of the Rev. twice.

Topical Lexicon
Overview of Usage

Appearing one hundred forty-one times in the Greek New Testament, πάλιν supplies the adverbial idea of “again, further, anew, on the other hand.” The word links events, sayings, or arguments, marking repetition, continuation, or contrast. From the temptation narrative (Matthew 4:7) to the prophetic charge of Revelation 10:11, it quietly stitches the biblical account together, reminding readers that God’s purposes unfold in patterns, cycles, and reinforcing declarations.

Narrative Function in the Gospels

1. Reinforcing Temptation and Triumph – In the wilderness Satan attacks “again” (Matthew 4:7-8); Christ answers Scripture “again,” displaying persevering obedience until “Jesus cried out again with a loud voice and yielded up His spirit” (Matthew 27:50).
2. Sequential Parables – Matthew strings parables with πάλιν: “Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant seeking fine pearls” (Matthew 13:45) and “Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a dragnet” (Matthew 13:47), underscoring progressive revelation.
3. Persistent Ministry – Mark employs the term to show Jesus’ relentless service: “Again He entered a synagogue” (Mark 3:1); “Again a crowd gathered” (Mark 3:20); “Again He began to teach by the sea” (Mark 4:1). The repetition magnifies divine compassion and determination.
4. Clarifying Contrast – John uses πάλιν for dialogical tension: “‘Truly, truly, I tell you, I am the gate for the sheep.’ … “The Jews again picked up stones to stone Him” (John 10:7, 31). The adverb signals recurring opposition that validates Jesus’ messianic claims.

Christological Emphasis

Repeated actions and sayings heighten Christ’s identity:
• “Jesus spoke to them again, saying, ‘I am the light of the world’” (John 8:12). The recurrence brands His titles upon the hearers.
• “Therefore My Father loves Me, because I lay down My life that I may take it up again” (John 10:17). Resurrection hope hinges on a promised “again.”
• Post-resurrection appearances (“Jesus said to them again, ‘Peace be with you’” – John 20:21) cement the continuity between His earthly ministry and His exalted ministry.

Discipleship and Pastoral Application

πάλιν accents perseverance. Jesus instructs, “Again, I tell you that if two of you on earth agree about anything you ask for, it will be done” (Matthew 18:19). Believers are called to pray and agree repeatedly, confident that God responds consistently. In Mark 8:25, Jesus lays hands on the blind man “again,” modeling patient, repeated ministry until full restoration comes. Pastors draw encouragement to minister, teach, and intercede not once, but again and again.

Pauline and General Epistle Usage

Paul leverages πάλιν rhetorically. In Galatians 1:9 he warns, “As we have said before, so now I say again: If anyone is preaching to you a gospel contrary to the one you received, let him be under a curse.” Repetition underscores apostolic authority. Romans 15 strings Old Testament citations with πάλιν (verses 10-12), exhibiting harmony among Moses, David, and Isaiah in heralding Gentile inclusion. Hebrews layers quotations: “And again, ‘I will put My trust in Him’” (Hebrews 2:13), demonstrating that multiple voices speak one cohesive message.

Eschatological and Prophetic Nuances

Revelation employs πάλιν to advance vision cycles: “Then the voice that I heard from heaven spoke to me again” (Revelation 10:8) and “You must prophesy again about many peoples” (Revelation 10:11). The word encapsulates the prophetic pattern of renewed commission and unfolding fulfillment, assuring the church that divine revelation will not cease until every purpose is accomplished.

Liturgical and Devotional Implications

The Psalms invite worshipers to “sing praise … again” (quoted in Romans 15:11). Philippians 4:4 echoes: “Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice!” Corporate worship gains scriptural warrant for repeated praise, confession, and declaration. Individual devotion likewise finds permission to return to the same promises and petitions, certain that the God who answers once will answer again.

Intertextual and Old Testament Echoes

Though πάλιν itself is rare in the Septuagint, the concept of reiterated speech and action pervades Scripture: covenantal renewals, recurring feasts, cyclical judgments and restorations. The New Testament’s habitual πάλιν reflects this Hebraic rhythm, showing that in Christ the cycle moves toward consummation rather than futility.

Summary

πάλιν is more than a grammatical connector; it is a theological thread testifying that God speaks, acts, warns, comforts, and commissions repeatedly. Every occurrence reminds readers that the gospel comes “again,” grace is offered “again,” and Christ is coming “again.”

Forms and Transliterations
Παλιν Πάλιν παλλακαί παλλακάς παλλακή παλλακήν παλλακής παλλακίδων παλλακών παμβότανον Palin Pálin
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Englishman's Concordance
Matthew 4:7 Adv
GRK: ὁ Ἰησοῦς Πάλιν γέγραπται Οὐκ
NAS: said to him, On the other hand, it is written,
KJV: It is written again, Thou shalt
INT: Jesus Again it has been written not

Matthew 4:8 Adv
GRK: Πάλιν παραλαμβάνει αὐτὸν
NAS: Again, the devil took
KJV: Again, the devil taketh
INT: Again takes him

Matthew 5:33 Adv
GRK: Πάλιν ἠκούσατε ὅτι
NAS: Again, you have heard
KJV: Again, ye have heard that
INT: Again you have heard that

Matthew 13:45 Adv
GRK: Πάλιν ὁμοία ἐστὶν
NAS: Again, the kingdom of heaven
KJV: Again, the kingdom of heaven
INT: Again like is

Matthew 13:47 Adv
GRK: Πάλιν ὁμοία ἐστὶν
NAS: Again, the kingdom of heaven
KJV: Again, the kingdom of heaven
INT: Again like is

Matthew 18:19 Adv
GRK: Πάλιν ἀμὴν λέγω
NAS: Again I say to you, that if
KJV: Again I say unto you,
INT: Again truly I say

Matthew 19:24 Adv
GRK: πάλιν δὲ λέγω
NAS: Again I say to you, it is easier
KJV: And again I say unto you,
INT: again moreover I say

Matthew 20:5 Adv
GRK: δὲ ἀπῆλθον πάλιν δὲ ἐξελθὼν
NAS: Again he went out about
KJV: Again he went out about
INT: and they went again moreover having gone out

Matthew 21:36 Adv
GRK: πάλιν ἀπέστειλεν ἄλλους
NAS: Again he sent another
KJV: Again, he sent other
INT: Again he sent other

Matthew 22:1 Adv
GRK: ὁ Ἰησοῦς πάλιν εἶπεν ἐν
NAS: spoke to them again in parables,
KJV: and spake unto them again by parables,
INT: Jesus again spoke in

Matthew 22:4 Adv
GRK: πάλιν ἀπέστειλεν ἄλλους
NAS: Again he sent out other
KJV: Again, he sent forth other
INT: Again he sent other

Matthew 26:42 Adv
GRK: πάλιν ἐκ δευτέρου
NAS: He went away again a second time
KJV: He went away again the second time,
INT: Again for a second time

Matthew 26:43 Adv
GRK: καὶ ἐλθὼν πάλιν εὗρεν αὐτοὺς
NAS: Again He came and found
KJV: them asleep again: for their
INT: And having come again he finds them

Matthew 26:44 Adv
GRK: ἀφεὶς αὐτοὺς πάλιν ἀπελθὼν προσηύξατο
NAS: And He left them again, and went away
KJV: and went away again, and prayed
INT: having left them again having gone away he prayed

Matthew 26:44 Adv
GRK: λόγον εἰπὼν πάλιν
NAS: the same thing once more.
INT: thing having said again

Matthew 26:72 Adv
GRK: καὶ πάλιν ἠρνήσατο μετὰ
NAS: And again he denied [it] with an oath,
KJV: And again he denied with
INT: And again he denied with

Matthew 27:50 Adv
GRK: δὲ Ἰησοῦς πάλιν κράξας φωνῇ
NAS: cried out again with a loud
KJV: when he had cried again with a loud
INT: moreover Jesus again having cried with a voice

Mark 2:1 Adv
GRK: Καὶ εἰσελθὼν πάλιν εἰς Καφαρναοὺμ
NAS: When He had come back to Capernaum
KJV: And again he entered into
INT: And he having entered again into Capernaum

Mark 2:13 Adv
GRK: Καὶ ἐξῆλθεν πάλιν παρὰ τὴν
NAS: And He went out again by the seashore;
KJV: he went forth again by
INT: And he went forth again beside the

Mark 3:1 Adv
GRK: Καὶ εἰσῆλθεν πάλιν εἰς τὴν
NAS: He entered again into a synagogue;
KJV: he entered again into
INT: And he entered again into the

Mark 3:20 Adv
GRK: καὶ συνέρχεται πάλιν ὁ ὄχλος
NAS: gathered again, to such an extent
KJV: cometh together again, so that
INT: and comes together again a crowd

Mark 4:1 Adv
GRK: Καὶ πάλιν ἤρξατο διδάσκειν
NAS: to teach again by the sea.
KJV: And he began again to teach by
INT: And again he began to teach

Mark 5:21 Adv
GRK: τῷ πλοίῳ πάλιν εἰς τὸ
NAS: had crossed over again in the boat
KJV: was passed over again by
INT: the boat again to the

Mark 7:14 Adv
GRK: Καὶ προσκαλεσάμενος πάλιν τὸν ὄχλον
NAS: the crowd to Him again, He [began] saying
INT: And having called to [him] again the crowd

Mark 7:31 Adv
GRK: Καὶ πάλιν ἐξελθὼν ἐκ
NAS: Again He went out from the region
KJV: And again, departing from
INT: And again having departed from

Strong's Greek 3825
141 Occurrences


Πάλιν — 141 Occ.

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