Strong's Lexicon eita: then, thereafter, next Original Word: εἶτα Word Origin: A primary particle Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "εἶτα," similar conjunctions in Hebrew that denote sequence include "אָז" (az, Strong's H227) meaning "then" or "at that time." Usage: The Greek word "εἶτα" (eita) is a conjunction used to denote a sequence in time or logical order. It is often translated as "then," "next," or "thereafter" in English. This word is used to indicate a progression or a subsequent event in a narrative or argument. Cultural and Historical Background: In the context of ancient Greek language and literature, conjunctions like "εἶτα" were essential for structuring narratives and arguments. They helped in maintaining the flow of thought and ensuring clarity in communication. In the New Testament, "εἶτα" is used to connect events or ideas, reflecting the logical or chronological progression of the narrative. HELPS Word-studies 1534 eíta (a primitive, temporal adverb communicating time) – next (in succession), after that ("then"). NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origina prim. particle Definition then, next, therefore (an adv. denoting sequence) NASB Translation furthermore (1), then (12). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 1534: εἶταεἶτα, adverb of time, then; next; after that: Mark 8:25; Luke 8:12; John 13:5; John 19:27; John 20:27; James 1:15; with the addition of a genitive absolutely to define it more precisely, Mark 4:17; as in classic Greek, it stands in enumerations, to mark a sequence depending either on temporal succession, as Mark 4:28 (see εἶτεν); 1 Corinthians 15:5-7 (εἶτα (T ἔπειτα, so in marginal reading Tr WH) ... ἔπειτα ... ἔπειτα ... εἶτα (T ἔπειτα, so in marginal reading L Tr WH)); 1 Corinthians 15:24 (ἔπειτα ... εἶτα); 1 Timothy 2:13; or on the nature of the things enumerated, 1 Corinthians 12:28 (πρῶτον ... δεύτερον ... τρίτον ... ἔπειτα ... εἶτα for which L T Tr WH ἔπειτα); (1 Timothy 3:10); in arguments it serves to add a new reason, furthermore (German sodann): Hebrews 12:9. STRONGS NT 1534: εἶτενεἶτεν a very rare (Ionic) form for εἶτα (which see): Mark 4:28 T WH. (Cf. Kuenen et Cobet, Nov. Test. etc. praef., p. xxxiii.; Lob. Phryn., p. 124, also Pathol. Gr. Element. 2:155; Stephanus' Thesaurus under the word εἶτεν, also under the word ἔπειτεν.) Of uncertain affinity; a particle of succession (in time or logical enumeration), then, moreover -- after that(-ward), furthermore, then. See also epeita. see GREEK epeita Englishman's Concordance Mark 4:17 AdvGRK: πρόσκαιροί εἰσιν εἶτα γενομένης θλίψεως NAS: but are [only] temporary; then, when affliction KJV: but for a time: afterward, when affliction INT: temporary are then having arisen tribulation Mark 4:28 Adv Mark 4:28 Adv Mark 8:25 Adv Luke 8:12 Adv John 13:5 Adv John 19:27 Adv John 20:27 Adv 1 Corinthians 15:5 Adv 1 Corinthians 15:7 Adv 1 Corinthians 15:24 Adv 1 Timothy 2:13 Adv 1 Timothy 3:10 Adv Hebrews 12:9 Adv James 1:15 Adv |