The meaning of “διό”
Understanding dió reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
for which cause, therefore, wherefore. - through which thing, i.e. consequently
διό
for which cause, therefore, wherefore. - through which thing, i.e. consequently
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 27:8 | “Wherefore that field was called, The field of blood, unto this day.” Word: διό (dió) | |
| Acts 24:26 | “He hoped also that money should have been given him of Paul, that he might loose him: wherefore he sent for him the oftener, and communed with him.” Word: διό (dió) | |
| 1 Corinthians 12:3 | “Wherefore I give you to understand, that no man speaking by the Spirit of God calleth Jesus accursed: and that no man can say that Jesus is the Lord, but by the Holy Ghost.” Word: διό (dió) | |
| Ephesians 4:8 | “Wherefore he saith, When he ascended up on high, he led captivity captive, and gave gifts unto men.” Word: διό (dió) | |
| 1 Thessalonians 3:1 | “Wherefore when we could no longer forbear, we thought it good to be left at Athens alone;” Word: διό (dió) |