The meaning of “ἔθω”
Understanding éthō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
a primary verb be custom (manner, wont). - to be used (by habit or conventionality) - neuter perfect participle usage
ἔθω
a primary verb be custom (manner, wont). - to be used (by habit or conventionality) - neuter perfect participle usage
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 27:15 | “Now at that feast the governor was wont to release unto the people a prisoner, whom they would.” Word: ἔθω (éthō) | |
| Mark 10:1 | “And he arose from thence, and cometh into the coasts of Judea by the farther side of Jordan: and the people resort unto him again; and, as he was wont, he taught them again.” Word: ἔθω (éthō) | |
| Luke 4:16 | “And he came to Nazareth, where he had been brought up: and, as his custom was, he went into the synagogue on the sabbath day, and stood up for to read.” Word: ἔθω (éthō) | |
| Acts 17:2 | “And Paul, as his manner was, went in unto them, and three sabbath days reasoned with them out of the scriptures,” Word: ἔθω (éthō) |