Lexical Summary hósautós: likewise, in the same way Original Word: ὡσαύτως Strong's Exhaustive Concordance even so, likewiseFrom hos and an adverb from autos; as thus, i.e. In the same way -- even so, likewise, after the same (in like) manner. see GREEK hos see GREEK autos HELPS Word-studies 5615 hōsaútōs (an adverb, derived from 5613 /hōs, "as" and 846 /autós, "the same") – properly, in the same way as; "likewise, in like manner" (J. Thayer). NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originadverb from hós and a derivation of autos Definition in like manner NASB Translation likewise (8), same manner (1), same thing (4), same way (4). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 5615: ὡσαύτωςὡσαύτως (ὡς and αὔτως), adverb (as a single word, Post-Homeric), in like manner, likewise: put after the verb, Matthew 20:5; Matthew 21:30, 36; put before the verb, Mark 14:31; Luke 13:3 (here L T Tr WH ὁμοίως), 5 (T Tr text WH); Romans 8:26; 1 Timothy 5:25; Titus 2:6; as often in Greek writings the verb must be supplied from the preceding context, Matthew 25:17; Mark 12:21; Luke 20:31; Luke 22:20 (WH reject the passage); 1 Corinthians 11:25; 1 Timothy 2:9 (namely, βούλομαι, cf. 8); Topical Lexicon Meaning and Function Strong’s 5615 marks direct correspondence: “in the same way,” “likewise.” It ties one action, attitude, or consequence to an earlier one, demanding that the reader see them as parallel. Distribution Seventeen occurrences cluster around three literary zones: Usage in the Teaching of Jesus 1. Parables of Laborers and Two Sons (Matthew 20:5; 21:30)—ὡσαύτως underscores the just consistency of the landowner and the father. God’s repeated calls come with identical grace and identical accountability. Narrative Cohesion in Passion Accounts Mark 14:31 records Peter’s vow and adds, “And the rest of them said the same.” ὡσαύτως binds the disciples together in both zeal and forthcoming failure, preparing the reader for the corporate flight that follows in the Garden. Covenant Renewal and the Lord’s Supper Luke 22:20 and 1 Corinthians 11:25: “In the same way, after supper He took the cup, saying, ‘This cup is the new covenant in My blood…’” ὡσαύτως ties cup to bread, signifying that both elements convey the one sacrificial reality. The church’s Eucharistic practice therefore imitates Christ’s pattern exactly, guarding the ordinance from innovation. Ministry of the Holy Spirit Romans 8:26: “In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness…” As creation groans (verse 22) and believers groan (verse 23), the Spirit groans “likewise.” ὡσαύτως links divine intercession with human limitation, assuring believers that God’s help mirrors their need with perfect symmetry. Pastoral Directives for Church Order The Pastoral Epistles use ὡσαύτως to establish balanced, parallel expectations: The term forbids double standards; every demographic submits to the same gospel ethic appropriate to its station. Invisible and Visible Works 1 Timothy 5:25: “In the same way, good deeds are obvious…”. Deeds unrevealed now will be revealed later, just as sins in verse 24 precede or follow a person. ὡσαύτως balances warning and encouragement. Doctrinal Significance 1. Divine Consistency—God’s actions toward people are not arbitrary; ὡσαύτως displays orderly faithfulness. Ministerial Application • Preaching: employ ὡσαύτως to show how biblical patterns repeat across redemptive history. Historical Reflection Early Christian writers adopted ὡσαύτως to defend apostolic practice; for example, the Didache follows the Lord’s Supper pattern “in the same way.” Patristic homilies often pointed to the adverb to combat liturgical novelty and ethical laxity. Summary Where ὡσαύτως appears, Scripture presses the reader to recognize mirrored reality—whether grace, judgment, duty, or help. The term calls the church to consistent faith and practice, reflecting the unchanging character of God revealed in Jesus Christ. Forms and Transliterations ωσαυτως ωσαύτως ὡσαύτως hosautos hosaútos hōsautōs hōsaútōs osautos ōsautōsLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Matthew 20:5 AdvGRK: ὥραν ἐποίησεν ὡσαύτως NAS: hour, and did the same thing. KJV: hour, and did likewise. INT: hour he did likewise Matthew 21:30 Adv Matthew 21:36 Adv Matthew 25:17 Adv Mark 12:21 Adv Mark 14:31 Adv Luke 13:5 Adv Luke 20:31 Adv Luke 22:20 Adv Romans 8:26 Adv 1 Corinthians 11:25 Adv 1 Timothy 2:9 Adv 1 Timothy 3:8 Adv 1 Timothy 3:11 Adv 1 Timothy 5:25 Adv Titus 2:3 Adv Titus 2:6 Adv |
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