Lexical Summary toioutos: such, such as this, of this kind Original Word: τοιοῦτος Strong's Exhaustive Concordance like, such(including the other inflections); from toi and houtos; truly this, i.e. Of this sort (to denote character or individuality) -- like, such (an one). see GREEK toi see GREEK houtos NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom toios (such, such-like) and houtos, Definition such as this, such NASB Translation like this (1), men like (1), other (1), similar (1), so (2), such (16), such a fellow (1), such a kind (1), such a man (3), such a one (5), such a person (2), such as these (4), such men (5), such people (1), such persons (2), such thing (1), such things (7), such women (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 5108: τοιοῦτοςτοιοῦτος, τοιαύτη, τοιοῦτο and τοιοῦτον (only this second form of the neuter occurs in the N. T., and twice (but in Matthew 18:5 T WH have τοιοῦτο)) (from τοῖος and οὗτος (others say lengthened from τοῖος or connected with αὐτός; cf. τηλικοῦτος)) (from Homer down), such as this, of this kind or sort; a. joined to nouns: Matthew 9:8; Matthew 18:5; Mark 4:33; Mark 6:2; Mark 7:8 (here T WH omit; Tr brackets the clause), b. οἷος ... τοιοῦτος: Mark 13:19; 1 Corinthians 15:48; 2 Corinthians 10:11; τοιοῦτος ... ὁποῖος, Acts 26:29; τοιοῦτος ὤν ὡς etc. Philemon 1:9 (where see Lightfoot). c. used substantively, α. without an article: John 4:23; neuter μηδέν τοιοῦτον, Acts 21:25 Rec.; plural, Luke 9:9; Luke 13:2 (here T Tr text WH ταῦτα). β. with the article, ὁ τοιοῦτος one who is of such a character, such a one (Buttmann, § 124, 5; Winers Grammar, 111 (106); Krüger, § 50, 4, 6; Kühner, on Xenophon, mem. 1, 5, 2; Ellicott on Galatians 5:21): Acts 22:22; 1 Corinthians 5:5, 11; 2 Corinthians 2:6; 2 Corinthians 10:11; 2 Corinthians 12:2, 5; Galatians 6:1; Titus 3:11, plural, Matthew 19:14; Mark 10:14; Luke 18:16; John 8:5; Rom. ( Strong’s 5108 (τοιοῦτος and its inflected forms) designates quality: “of this sort,” “of such a kind.” The word gathers people, actions, or conditions into a moral or functional class—affirming, warning, or contrasting by likeness. The inspired authors employ it 58 times to sharpen discernment and underscore the distinctiveness of Christ, the church, and the kingdom life. Gospel Portraits • Kingdom Children – “Let the little children come to Me…for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” (Matthew 19:14; Mark 10:14; Luke 18:16). Childlike faith is normative for discipleship. • Divine Authority – “When the crowds saw this, they were filled with awe and glorified God, who had given such authority to men.” (Matthew 9:8). The wonder provoked by Jesus’ healing points to the unprecedented nature of His ministry. • Tradition vs. Command – “You have disregarded the commandment of God to keep such traditions of men.” (Mark 7:8, 13). Christ condemns any practice that displaces God’s word. • Parabolic Teaching – “With many such parables He spoke the word to them.” (Mark 4:33). The adjective groups an entire teaching method that reveals truth to the humble while concealing it from the hard-hearted. • Unparalleled Tribulation – “There will be tribulation, unequaled from the beginning…and never to be repeated.” (Mark 13:19). The phrase elevates end-time suffering beyond all historical calamity. Johannine Emphases • Genuine Worshipers – “The Father is seeking such worshipers to worship Him.” (John 4:23). Spiritual, truthful worshipers form the new covenant community. • Valid Works – “How can a man who is a sinner do such signs?” (John 9:16). The miraculous deeds corroborate Jesus’ divine mission. Acts: Narrative Demonstrations • Economic Idolatry – “Men, you know that our prosperity comes from this trade…this Paul has persuaded many people…saying that gods made by hands are no gods at all.” (Acts 19:25-26). Idol makers fear the loss of “such” profit, exposing the incompatibility of commerce built on false worship. • Harsh Custody – “He, having received such a command, threw them into the inner cell.” (Acts 16:24). The severity of Paul and Silas’s confinement highlights the cost of gospel proclamation. Pauline Theology and Pastoral Care 1. Vice Lists and Judgment – “Those who practice such things are worthy of death.” (Romans 1:32; cf. Galatians 5:21, 23). – “Do you think…that you will escape the judgment of God when you do the same things?” (Romans 2:3). 2. Church Discipline – “It is actually reported that there is sexual immorality among you, and of a kind that even pagans do not tolerate.” (1 Corinthians 5:1). – “Do not even eat with such a one.” (1 Corinthians 5:11). – Restoration: “You should forgive and comfort him, so that he will not be overwhelmed by excessive sorrow.” (2 Corinthians 2:7). 3. Apostolic Confidence and Ministry – “Such is the confidence that we have through Christ toward God.” (2 Corinthians 3:4, 12). – “Honor such men.” (Philippians 2:29); “Submit to such as these.” (1 Corinthians 16:16). 4. False Workers – “Such men are false apostles, deceitful workers.” (2 Corinthians 11:13). – “Such individuals do not serve our Lord Jesus Christ, but their own appetites.” (Romans 16:18). – “Reject a divisive man…knowing that such a person is warped and sinful.” (Titus 3:11). 5. Personal Calling – “Those who marry will face such troubles in this life.” (1 Corinthians 7:28). – “The brother or sister is not bound in such cases.” (1 Corinthians 7:15). 6. Restoration of the Fallen – “Restore such a one in a spirit of gentleness.” (Galatians 6:1). 7. Idleness and Order – “We command and exhort such people…to work quietly and to eat their own bread.” (2 Thessalonians 3:12). Hebrews: The Matchless High Priest • “Now the main point of what we are saying is this: We have such a High Priest, who sat down at the right hand of the throne of the Majesty in heaven.” (Hebrews 8:1). • “Such a High Priest indeed was fitting for us—holy, innocent, undefiled, separated from sinners, and exalted above the heavens.” (Hebrews 7:26). The adjective signals the absolute uniqueness and sufficiency of Jesus’ priesthood. James • “All such boasting is evil.” (James 4:16). Human self-confidence is placed under moral censure. Recognizing “Such” People Today Children—receive (Matthew 18:5). Faithful servants—honor (Philippians 2:29; 3 John 1:8). Penitent offenders—restore (2 Corinthians 2:7). False teachers—expose (2 Corinthians 11:13) and reject (Titus 3:11). Idle brethren—admonish (2 Thessalonians 3:12). Ministry Significance 1. Discernment: The word draws moral boundaries around whole classes of behavior, preventing loopholes that excuse sin by technicality. 2. Honor: It spotlights exemplary believers, teaching churches to recognize and imitate Christlike service. 3. Restoration: It balances discipline with mercy; “such a one” once judged may become “such a brother” restored. 4. Christology: Only One of “such” character can secure eternal redemption, anchoring confidence and worship. Historical Echoes Early Christian writings (Didache, Ignatius) adopt the term to direct congregations: “From such keep yourselves,” mirroring Pauline warnings. Patristic theologians (e.g., Chrysostom) expound Hebrews’ “such a High Priest” to affirm both Christ’s humanity and deity against heresy. Practical Application • Evaluate contemporary practices—if they are “such as” Scripture condemns, abstain. Englishman's Concordance Matthew 9:8 DPro-AFSGRK: δόντα ἐξουσίαν τοιαύτην τοῖς ἀνθρώποις NAS: who had given such authority KJV: which had given such power unto men. INT: having given authority such to men Matthew 18:5 DPro-ANS Matthew 19:14 DPro-GNP Mark 4:33 DPro-DFP Mark 6:2 DPro-NFP Mark 7:8 DPro-ANP Mark 7:13 DPro-ANP Mark 9:37 DPro-GNP Mark 10:14 DPro-GNP Mark 13:19 DPro-NFS Luke 9:9 DPro-ANP Luke 18:16 DPro-GNP John 4:23 DPro-AMP John 8:5 DPro-AFP John 9:16 DPro-ANP Acts 16:24 DPro-AFS Acts 19:25 DPro-ANP Acts 22:22 DPro-AMS Acts 26:29 DPro-AMP Romans 1:32 DPro-ANP Romans 2:2 DPro-ANP Romans 2:3 DPro-ANP Romans 16:18 DPro-NMP 1 Corinthians 5:1 DPro-NFS 1 Corinthians 5:5 DPro-AMS Strong's Greek 5108 |
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