ἀγαθὸς
agathós
good
Fundamentally denotes that which is intrinsically good, beneficial, or of high quality. Can describe moral character (“upright, virtuous”), beneficial qualities (such as possessions that are useful or advantageous), or positive effects (something that promotes well-being or welfare). The semantic range spans from simple positive evaluation (something valuable or well-suited) to moral uprightness and ethical goodness when used of persons or actions.
Mark 10:18 · Word #11
Lexicon G18
| Lemma | ἀγαθός |
| Transliteration | agathós |
| Strong's | G18 |
| Definition | Fundamentally denotes that which is intrinsically good, beneficial, or of high quality. Can describe moral character (“upright, virtuous”), beneficial qualities (such as possessions that are useful or advantageous), or positive effects (something that promotes well-being or welfare). The semantic range spans from simple positive evaluation (something valuable or well-suited) to moral uprightness and ethical goodness when used of persons or actions. |
Morphology ADJ.P NOM M SG
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | ADJ.P — Predicate Adjective — Linked to the subject by a verb |
| Case | NOM — Nominative — The subject of the sentence |
| Gender | M — Masculine — Grammatical masculine |
| Number | SG — Singular — One |
Common Translation
| Phrase | good |
| Literal | good |
Lexical Info
| Lemma | ἀγαθός |
| Strong's | G18 |
SIBI-P1 Translation G18-09
good (masculine singular)
| Morphological Notes | Adjective, nominative masculine singular (attributive/predicate position possible); agrees with a masculine singular noun or may function substantively. |
| Rendering Rationale | "Good" directly reflects the core sense of intrinsic goodness or beneficial quality inherent in ἀγαθός. The nominative masculine singular form is preserved by indicating it as masculine singular, suitable for a subject or substantive use. |
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