φυσικῶς
physikōs
instinctively
In a manner pertaining to nature or natural characteristics; by inherent or instinctive disposition, as opposed to by rational reflection or by supernatural, spiritual, or cultivated means. Indicates action or state that arises from the essential qualities or order of nature, especially as contrasted with that which is due to reason, law, or revelation.
Jude 1:10 · Word #10
Lexicon G5447
| Lemma | φυσικῶς |
| Transliteration | physikōs |
| Strong's | G5447 |
| Definition | In a manner pertaining to nature or natural characteristics; by inherent or instinctive disposition, as opposed to by rational reflection or by supernatural, spiritual, or cultivated means. Indicates action or state that arises from the essential qualities or order of nature, especially as contrasted with that which is due to reason, law, or revelation. |
Morphology ADV
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | ADV — Adverb — Modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb |
Common Translation
| Phrase | instinctively |
| Literal | naturally |
Lexical Info
| Lemma | φυσικῶς |
| Strong's | G5447 |
SIBI-P1 Translation G5447-01
by nature
| Morphological Notes | Adverb (Gr,D); adverbial form of φυσικός with -ως ending, expressing manner. |
| Rendering Rationale | "By nature" directly reflects the adverbial form derived from φύσις, indicating manner according to inherent or intrinsic qualities rather than by reason or supernatural influence. As an adverb, it modifies an action or state to show it arises from natural disposition. |
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