Lexicon ó: to be, exist Original Word: ὦ Strong's Exhaustive Concordance may, mightIncluding the oblique forms, as well as es (ace); e (ay); etc. The subjunctive of eimi; (may, might, can, could, would, should, must, etc.; also with ei and its comparative, as well as with other particles) be -- + appear, are, (may, might, should) be, X have, is, + pass the flower of her age, should stand, were. see GREEK eimi see GREEK ei NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originthe subjunctive of eimi, q.v. Topical Lexicon Word Origin: A primary verb, used only in the present and imperfect tenses, which is a form of the verb εἰμί (eimi), meaning "to be."Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek verb ὦ does not have a direct one-to-one correspondence with a single Hebrew word, as Hebrew and Greek verb systems differ significantly. However, it can be conceptually linked to the Hebrew verb הָיָה (hayah, Strong's Hebrew 1961), which also means "to be" and is used to express existence or becoming. This connection highlights the shared linguistic heritage of expressing states of being across these ancient languages. Usage: In the New Testament, ὦ is used to convey potentiality, possibility, or a wish. It often appears in contexts where the speaker is expressing a desire or a hypothetical situation. It is a common verb form in Greek, appearing in various grammatical constructions. Context: The Greek verb ὦ is a subjunctive form of the verb "to be," which is foundational in expressing states of existence or condition in the Greek language. In the New Testament, it is frequently used to articulate wishes, potential actions, or hypothetical scenarios. The subjunctive mood, in which ὦ appears, is essential for expressing actions that are not certain but are contingent upon certain conditions or desires. Forms and Transliterations η ᾖ ωαν ωάν ώαν e ē êi ē̂iLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Matthew 20:7 V-PSA-3SGRK: ὁ ἐὰν ᾖ δίκαιον λήψεσθε KJV: whatsoever is right, INT: what ever is right you shall receive |