G5029
τάχα
shortly, i.e. (figuratively) possibly
Transliteration
táchaPronunciation
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shortly, i.e. (figuratively) possibly
τάχα(tácha)
Strong’s Definition
shortly, i.e. (figuratively) possibly
as if neuter plural of G5036 (ταχύς) (adverbially);
“For scarcely for a righteous man will one die: yet peradventure for a good man some would even dare to die.”
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Strong's G5029: An adverb expressing possibility or likelihood, used in contexts emphasizing God's grace and human response. In biblical usage, it suggests thoughtful consideration of divine possibilities rather than mere chance, highlighting God's sovereign work in human affairs.
U- Unveiling the Word
Τάχα introduces an element of possibility that carries special theological significance in the New Testament. Rather than suggesting mere chance, it points to divine possibility and purposeful consideration. In Romans 5:7, Paul uses it to contrast human and divine love, suggesting the rare possibility of human sacrifice against the certainty of Christ's sacrifice. Early church fathers employed this word to discuss God's providence and human response to divine grace. Today, it reminds us that what seems merely possible from a human perspective becomes certain through God's sovereign purpose.
N - Necessary Information
Etymology:
D - Defining Meanings
For compound words: Not applicable as this is a simple adverb
Translation Options:
E - Exploring Similar Words
See G2481
See G5033
See G5177
R - Reviewing the Word's Morphology
As an adverb, τάχα:
Cross-references:
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S - Studying Lexicon Insights
Lexical sources provide rich insight into τάχα's nuances. BDAG emphasizes its role in expressing considered possibility rather than mere chance. Thayer's notes its development from concepts of speed to readiness to possibility. LSJ documents its classical usage in philosophical discourse about probability. Vine's highlights its thoughtful, contemplative nature in biblical contexts. Strong's connects it to concepts of speediness and readiness. Moulton and Milligan show its common usage in papyri for expressing careful consideration of possibilities. LEH discusses its appearance in Septuagint passages dealing with divine-human interaction.
T - Tracing the Scriptures
First appearance:
Romans 5:7: "Very rarely will anyone die for a righteous person, though for a good person perhaps someone might possibly dare to die."
Additional References:
Philemon 1:15
A - Analyzing Classical Usage
N - Noteworthy Summary
Τάχα beautifully illustrates how divine possibility transcends human probability. In its biblical usage, it points to the profound contrast between human limitations and divine certainty. The good news of King Jesus shines through as we see that what seems merely possible from our perspective - such as someone dying for another - becomes gloriously certain in Christ's sacrificial death. This word reminds us that God's gracious possibilities always exceed our human expectations.
D - Did You Know?
Strong's G5029: An adverb expressing possibility or likelihood, used in contexts emphasizing God's grace and human response. In biblical usage, it suggests thoughtful consideration of divine possibilities rather than mere chance, highlighting God's sovereign work in human affairs.
Part of speech: Adverb
Tags: possibility, providence, divine-purpose, chance, consideration, probability, grace, sovereignty, human-response, divine-timing, purpose