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Has anyone ever told you: יהוה (Yahweh) God loves you and has a great plan for your life?
Has anyone ever told you: יהוה (Yahweh) God loves you and has a great plan for your life?
1. Brief Overview:
Transliteration: autou
Root Words: The Greek word αὐτοῦ (autou) is a possessive pronoun derived from αὐτός (autos), which means “self” or “same.” It is used to indicate possession or association.
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Primary Meanings:
2. Detailed Description:
BDAG: BDAG describes αὐτοῦ as a possessive pronoun used to denote possession or association with a third person. It is the genitive form of αὐτός (autos) and often translates as “his,” “her,” or “its,” depending on the context. BDAG emphasizes its role in indicating ownership or connection in relation to the subject.
Thayer’s: Thayer’s Greek Lexicon defines αὐτοῦ as the genitive form of αὐτός (autos), meaning “his,” “her,” or “its.” It is used to indicate possession, belonging, or relation, and it functions in various contexts to denote that something is associated with or owned by the subject.
Vines: Vines’ Expository Dictionary describes αὐτοῦ as a genitive form of αὐτός (autos) meaning “his” or “of him.” It is used to show possession or association with the subject mentioned in the sentence.
LSJ: The LSJ Lexicon explains that αὐτοῦ is used in the genitive case to express possession or relation. It translates as “his,” “her,” or “its,” and it denotes that something belongs to or is related to the subject of the sentence.
Strong’s Exhaustive Concordance: Strong’s defines αὐτοῦ as “his,” “her,” “its,” or “of him.” It is the genitive form of αὐτός (autos) and is used to indicate possession or connection to the subject.
Bible Verses:
3. Classic Greek Literature:
Usage in Classic Greek Literature:
4. Summary:
αὐτοῦ (autou) is the genitive form of αὐτός (autos), translating to “his,” “her,” or “its” in English. It is used to indicate possession or association with a third person. As described in BDAG, Thayer’s, Vines, and LSJ, αὐτοῦ denotes that something belongs to or is related to the subject. Its use in the Bible and classic Greek literature underscores its role in conveying possession or connection. Understanding αὐτοῦ helps in grasping the nuances of possession and relationship in Greek grammar and texts.
Note: While this entry strives for accuracy, readers engaged in critical research should verify citations and keyword occurrences in their Bible translation of choice. For Biblical citations, the F.O.G Bible project recommends Logos Bible software.
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