ἵνα
hína
That
Primary meaning: a subordinating conjunction introducing purpose, result, or content clauses—generally translated as 'in order that,' 'so that,' or 'that.' It marks a clause expressing purpose, intention, or expected result; can also introduce indirect statements or commands. Depending on context, may convey actual purpose (final sense), anticipated result, or reported content of speech or thought.
1 John 3:23 · Word #7
Lexicon G2443
| Lemma | ἵνα |
| Transliteration | hína |
| Strong's | G2443 |
| Definition | Primary meaning: a subordinating conjunction introducing purpose, result, or content clauses—generally translated as 'in order that,' 'so that,' or 'that.' It marks a clause expressing purpose, intention, or expected result; can also introduce indirect statements or commands. Depending on context, may convey actual purpose (final sense), anticipated result, or reported content of speech or thought. |
Morphology ADV
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | ADV — Adverb — Modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb |
Common Translation
| Phrase | That |
| Literal | that/in-order-that |
Lexical Info
| Lemma | ἵνα |
| Strong's | G2443 |
SIBI-P1 Translation G2443-01
in order that
| Morphological Notes | Subordinating conjunction (Gr,CS); introduces purpose, result, or content clauses without inflection for case, number, or gender. |
| Rendering Rationale | "In order that" most directly reflects the conjunction’s primary function of introducing a purpose or intended result clause. As a subordinating conjunction, it grammatically signals a dependent clause expressing aim, outcome, or reported content. |
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