Strong's Lexicon tacha: perhaps, possibly, quickly Original Word: τάχα Word Origin: Derived from a root word meaning "quickly" or "soon." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent to "τάχα," similar concepts of possibility or urgency can be found in Hebrew words like "אוּלַי" (ulay, Strong's H194) meaning "perhaps" or "lest." Usage: The Greek adverb "τάχα" is used to convey a sense of possibility or probability, often translated as "perhaps" or "possibly." It can also imply a sense of urgency or swiftness, akin to "quickly" or "soon." In the New Testament, it is used to express uncertainty or to suggest that something might happen. Cultural and Historical Background: In the context of the New Testament, the use of "τάχα" reflects the Greek language's ability to convey nuances of possibility and immediacy. The early Christian community lived with an expectation of Christ's imminent return, which may have influenced the use of terms that convey urgency or potentiality. The Greek-speaking world of the first century was familiar with philosophical and rhetorical expressions of uncertainty and probability, which are reflected in the language of the New Testament. HELPS Word-studies Cognate: 5029 táxa (from 5036 /taxýs, "promptly") – properly, swiftly (without unnecessary delay) – hence, "quick to assume as true" ("perhaps"). See 5035 (taxy). [5029 (táxa), meaning "perhaps," ("quick to assume as true") dates to centuries before the NT – to the time of Homer, around 900 NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originadverb from tachus Definition quickly, perhaps NASB Translation perhaps (2). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 5029: τάχατάχα (ταχύς), adverb; 1. hastily, quickly, soon (so from Homer down). 2. as often in Greek writings from (Hesiod, Aeschylus), Herodotus down, perhaps, peradventure: Romans 5:7; Philemon 1:15. As if neuter plural of tachus (adverbially); shortly, i.e. (figuratively) possibly -- peradventure(-haps). see GREEK tachus Englishman's Concordance Romans 5:7 AdvGRK: τοῦ ἀγαθοῦ τάχα τις καὶ NAS: though perhaps for the good man KJV: die: yet peradventure for a good man INT: the good [man] perhaps someone even Philemon 1:15 Adv |
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