ἔπειτα
épeita
Then
Then, next in order, thereafter; functions as an adverb indicating subsequentness in a sequence, whether of time, logic, or argumentation. Most commonly, ἔπειτα marks what follows in a series or narration: either immediately (next) or after an interval (then, thereafter). It can be used to signal temporal succession, steps in reasoning, or progression within a narrative or list.
John 11:7 · Word #1
Lexicon G1899
| Lemma | ἔπειτα |
| Transliteration | épeita |
| Strong's | G1899 |
| Definition | Then, next in order, thereafter; functions as an adverb indicating subsequentness in a sequence, whether of time, logic, or argumentation. Most commonly, ἔπειτα marks what follows in a series or narration: either immediately (next) or after an interval (then, thereafter). It can be used to signal temporal succession, steps in reasoning, or progression within a narrative or list. |
Morphology ADV
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| Part of Speech | ADV — Adverb — Modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb |
Common Translation
| Phrase | Then |
| Literal | then-afterward |
Lexical Info
| Lemma | ἔπειτα |
| Strong's | G1899 |
SIBI-P1 Translation G1899-01
then, next
| Morphological Notes | Adverb (Gr,D); indeclinable particle indicating sequential progression in time, narrative, or argument. |
| Rendering Rationale | As an adverb formed from ἐπί (upon/after) and εἶτα (then), ἔπειτα marks what follows in sequence. "Then, next" preserves its function of indicating subsequent order without adding contextual nuance. |
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