5120. tou
Strong's Lexicon
tou: of this, of that

Original Word: τού
Part of Speech: Pronoun
Transliteration: tou
Pronunciation: too
Phonetic Spelling: (too)
Definition: of this, of that
Meaning: his

Word Origin: Genitive singular form of the demonstrative pronoun οὗτος (houtos)

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for the Greek pronoun "τού," similar possessive or demonstrative concepts can be found in Hebrew pronouns like זֶה (zeh) for "this" or שֶׁל (shel) for "of."

Usage: The Greek pronoun "τού" is the genitive singular form of "οὗτος," which means "this" or "that." In its genitive form, "τού" is used to indicate possession, origin, or association, often translated as "of this" or "of that" in English. It is a common pronoun in the New Testament, used to specify or emphasize a particular noun.

Cultural and Historical Background: In the context of Koine Greek, the language of the New Testament, pronouns like "τού" were essential for clarity and emphasis. The genitive case, in particular, was used to express relationships between nouns, such as possession or origin. Understanding these nuances is crucial for interpreting the New Testament texts accurately, as they often convey theological and doctrinal significance.

NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Origin
the gen. of ho,, q.v.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
his.

Properly, the genitive case of ho; sometimes used for toutou; of this person -- his.

see GREEK ho

see GREEK toutou

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