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The meaning of “γάρ”

Understanding gár reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.

G1063

Greek Text

Strong's Concordance

γάρ

Phoneticgar

Transliterationgár

Grammar Code

G:CONJ

Greek Conjunction

Strong's Definition

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

a primary particle and, as, because (that), but, even, for, indeed, no doubt, seeing, then, therefore, verily, what, why, yet. - properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification - often with other particles)

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

996 total references

Reference	Text
Matthew 14:24	“But the ship was now in the midst of the sea, tossed with waves: for the wind was contrary.”
Romans 8:19	“For the earnest expectation of the creature waiteth for the manifestation of the sons of God.”
Philippians 2:20	“For I have no man likeminded, who will naturally care for your state.”
2 Timothy 3:6	“For of this sort are they which creep into houses, and lead captive silly women laden with sins, led away with divers lusts,”
1 Peter 3:10	“For he that will love life, and see good days, let him refrain his tongue from evil, and his lips that they speak no guile:”

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences

996x

Most Frequent Book

Romans

Book Distribution

Matthew126

Mark70

Luke91

John60

Acts77

Romans129

1 Corinthians99

2 Corinthians67

Galatians34

Ephesians11

Philippians13

Colossians6

1 Thessalonians23

2 Thessalonians5

1 Timothy14

2 Timothy13

Titus6

Philemon3

Hebrews85

James15

1 Peter10

2 Peter15

1 John3

2 John1

3 John2

Jude1

Revelation17

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How does the original Greek meaning of 'γάρ' deepen your understanding of Matthew 14:24?

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