The meaning of “ἐστέ”
Understanding esté reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
second person plural present indicative of εἰμί be, have been, belong. - ye are
ἐστέ
second person plural present indicative of εἰμί be, have been, belong. - ye are
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 10:20 | “For it is not ye that speak, but the Spirit of your Father which speaketh in you.” Word: ἐστέ (esté) | |
| Luke 16:15 | “And he said unto them, Ye are they which justify yourselves before men; but God knoweth your hearts: for that which is highly esteemed among men is abomination in the sight of God.” Word: ἐστέ (esté) | |
| Acts 19:15 | “And the evil spirit answered and said, Jesus I know, and Paul I know; but who are ye?” Word: ἐστέ (esté) | |
| 1 Corinthians 5:7 | “Purge out therefore the old leaven, that ye may be a new lump, as ye are unleavened. For even Christ our passover is sacrificed for us:” Word: ἐστέ (esté) | |
| Galatians 3:29 | “And if ye be Christ’s, then are ye Abraham’s seed, and heirs according to the promise. ” Word: ἐστέ (esté) |