The meaning of “σοί”
Understanding soí reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
dative case of σύ thee, thine own, thou, thy. - to thee
σοί
dative case of σύ thee, thine own, thou, thy. - to thee
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 16:18 | “And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.” Word: σοί (soí) | |
| John 9:26 | “Then said they to him again, What did he to thee? how opened he thine eyes?” Word: σοί (soí) | |
| 2 Corinthians 12:9 | “And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.” Word: σοί (soí) | |
| 1 Timothy 4:14 | “Neglect not the gift that is in thee, which was given thee by prophecy, with the laying on of the hands of the presbytery.” Word: σοί (soí) | |
| Philemon 1:16 | “Not now as a servant, but above a servant, a brother beloved, specially to me, but how much more unto thee, both in the flesh, and in the Lord?” Word: σοί (soí) |