The meaning of “τοῦτο”
Understanding toûto reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
neuter singular nominative or accusative case of οὗτος here (-unto), it, partly, self(-same), so, that (intent), the sam...
τοῦτο
neuter singular nominative or accusative case of οὗτος here (-unto), it, partly, self(-same), so, that (intent), the same, there(-fore, -unto), this, thus, where(-fore). - that thing
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 21:4 | “All this was done, that it might be fulfilled which was spoken by the prophet, saying,” Word: τοῦτο (toûto) | |
| Acts 10:16 | “This was done thrice: and the vessel was received up again into heaven.” Word: τοῦτο (toûto) | |
| Galatians 3:17 | “And this I say, that the covenant, that was confirmed before of God in Christ, the law, which was four hundred and thirty years after, cannot disannul, that it should make the promise of none effect.” Word: τοῦτο (toûto) | |
| 1 Thessalonians 4:3 | “For this is the will of God, even your sanctification, that ye should abstain from fornication:” Word: τοῦτο (toûto) | |
| Philemon 1:18 | “If he hath wronged thee, or oweth thee ought, put that on mine account;” Word: τοῦτο (toûto) |