◄ 5127. toutou ►
Strong's Lexicon
toutou: this, of this, this one

Original Word: τούτου
Part of Speech: Demonstrative pronoun
Transliteration: toutou
Pronunciation: too'-too
Phonetic Spelling: (too'-too)
Definition: this, of this, this one
Meaning: this; he, she, it

Word Origin: Derived from the Greek word οὗτος (houtos), meaning "this" or "that."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent often used in similar contexts is זֶה (zeh), which also means "this" or "that."

Usage: The Greek word "τούτου" is a demonstrative pronoun used to specify a particular person, thing, or idea that is near in time, place, or thought. It is often translated as "this" or "of this" in English. In the New Testament, it is used to draw attention to a specific subject or object, emphasizing its importance or relevance in the context.

Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, demonstrative pronouns like "τούτου" were essential for clarity in communication, especially in oral traditions where written texts were not as prevalent. The use of such pronouns helped speakers and writers to specify and emphasize particular points, making their messages more precise and impactful. In the context of the New Testament, "τούτου" often serves to highlight key theological points or to draw attention to significant events or teachings of Jesus and the apostles.

NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Origin
gen. sing. masc. or neut. of houtos,, q.v.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
this; he, she, it

Genitive 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

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