Lexical Summary toutou: this, of this, this one Original Word: τούτου Strong's Exhaustive Concordance this; he, she, itGenitive case singular masculine or neuter of houtos; of (from or concerning) this (person or thing) -- here(-by), him, it, + such manner of, that, thence(-forth), thereabout, this, thus. see GREEK houtos NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origingen. sing. masc. or neut. of houtos,, q.v. Topical Lexicon Overview Strong’s 5127 (τοῦτου) represents the genitive singular of the demonstrative pronoun “this.” Although the specific form catalogued as 5127 does not appear in the Greek New Testament, related demonstrative forms saturate both Testaments, providing precision, immediacy, and theological emphasis. The genitive nuance (“of this,” “from this,” “on account of this”) frames possession, source, or causal explanation, thereby underscoring the nearness or certainty of a given truth or event. Demonstrative Precision in Divine Revelation Scripture often employs demonstratives to draw the reader’s eye to what God is presently revealing or doing. By pointing to a specific person (“this Jesus,” Acts 2:32) or doctrine (“this gospel,” Galatians 1:6–9), the inspired writers highlight divine initiatives that demand a personal response. The genitive form, though not attested in the NT, would naturally function in clauses such as “for the sake of this,” stressing that the action or promise proceeds directly from a particular act of God. Old Testament (Septuagint) Usage The Septuagint frequently contains τούτου and cognate forms to translate the Hebrew demonstrative “זה” (zeh). Christological Significance Demonstratives intensify New Testament proclamations about Christ: Though these verses employ other cases, the theological dynamic remains the same: the demonstrative restricts the reference to the incarnate, crucified, and risen Lord, allowing no ambiguity about His identity or saving work. Communicating Covenant Proximity Genitive constructions built on τοῦτου communicate how blessings flow directly from covenant realities: Ministry Application 1. Preaching: Pointing congregants to “this” gospel or “this” promise traces each exhortation back to a definitive act of God, preventing vague moralism. Historical and Translational Notes While translators sometimes smooth demonstratives into English equivalents (“this,” “these,” “of this”), sensitivity to their force can enrich exposition. English versions like the Berean Standard Bible tend to keep the demonstrative wherever it sharpens the text’s focus. In classical Greek literature, genitive τούτου often appears in causal clauses (“διὰ τοῦτο,” “because of this”), a pattern mirrored in Scripture with equivalent forms such as “διὰ τοῦτο” (John 5:16). Related Terminology and Distinctions • 3778 ὅδε – more emphatic, occasionally translated “this here.” Conclusion Though Strong’s 5127 itself is not cited in the New Testament text, its demonstrative family anchors countless biblical affirmations. By designating possession, origin, or cause, the genitive “of this” directs attention to specific divine actions, reinforcing the sureness of God’s promises and the immediacy of His redemptive work. Careful recognition of these demonstratives deepens exegesis, sharpens proclamation, and fortifies the believer’s confidence that Scripture speaks with precise, Spirit-breathed authority. Links Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance τοσοῦτο — 1 Occ.τοσούτῳ — 3 Occ. τοσούτων — 1 Occ. τοσοῦτοι — 1 Occ. τοσοῦτον — 4 Occ. τοσοῦτος — 1 Occ. τοσούτου — 2 Occ. τοσούτους — 1 Occ. Τότε — 161 Occ. τοὐναντίον — 3 Occ. τράγων — 4 Occ. τράπεζα — 2 Occ. τραπέζαις — 1 Occ. τράπεζαν — 2 Occ. τραπέζας — 3 Occ. τραπέζης — 7 Occ. τραπεζίταις — 1 Occ. τραύματα — 1 Occ. τετραυματισμένους — 1 Occ. τραυματίσαντες — 1 Occ. |
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