The meaning of “καί”
Understanding kaí reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force and, also, both, but, even, fo...
καί
apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force and, also, both, but, even, for, if, or, so, that, then, therefore, when, yet. - and, also, even, so then, too, etc. - often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 16:4 | “A wicked and adulterous generation seeketh after a sign; and there shall no sign be given unto it, but the sign of the prophet Jonas. And he left them, and departed.” Word: καί (kaí) | |
| Romans 9:9 | “For this is the word of promise, At this time will I come, and Sara shall have a son.” Word: καί (kaí) | |
| Philippians 2:17 | “Yea, and if I be offered upon the sacrifice and service of your faith, I joy, and rejoice with you all.” Word: καί (kaí) | |
| 2 Timothy 2:26 | “And that they may recover themselves out of the snare of the devil, who are taken captive by him at his will. ” Word: καί (kaí) | |
| 1 Peter 3:4 | “But let it be the hidden man of the heart, in that which is not corruptible, even the ornament of a meek and quiet spirit, which is in the sight of God of great price.” Word: καί (kaí) |