ἵνα
ina
that
probably from the same as the former part of ἑαυτοῦ (through the demonstrative idea; compare ὁ); in order that (denoting the purpose or the result):--albeit, because, to the intent (that), lest, so as, (so) that, (for) to. Compare ἵνα μή.
Mark 6:12 · Word #4
Lexicon G2443
| Lemma | ἵνα |
| Transliteration | hína |
| Strong's | G2443 |
| In-context | that |
| Literal | that/in-order-that |
Morphology CONJ.S
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | CONJ.S — Subordinating Conjunction — Introduces dependent clauses |
Lexical Info
| Lemma | ἵνα |
| Strong's | G2443 |
SIBI-P1 G2443-01
in-order-that
| Root | ἵνα (hína) |
| Core Meanings | in order that, so that, for the purpose that, with the result that |
| Semantic Range | purpose (in order that), intended result (so that), objective aim, sometimes result achieved, occasionally causal nuance (because) or prevention in combination with μή (lest). |
| Conceptual Significance | ἵνα is central to expressing divine purpose and redemptive intent in the New Testament, frequently introducing clauses that articulate God’s aims, the mission of Messiah, or the intended outcome of faith and obedience. It frames events not as random occurrences but as unfolding according to purposeful design. |
| Morphological Notes | Gr,CS = Greek conjunction, subordinating. ἵνα introduces a purpose or result clause, most frequently followed by a verb in the subjunctive mood to express intended, desired, or potential outcome. |
| Rendering Rationale | The rendering "in-order-that" preserves the telic (purpose-oriented) force inherent in ἵνα, marking intention or intended result rather than a mere logical connection. As a subordinating conjunction, it introduces a dependent clause—most often with the subjunctive mood—expressing aim, design, or contemplated outcome. |
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Word Usage (667 occurrences of G2443)
| Location | Form | Transliteration | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matthew 1:22 | ἵνα | ina | to fulfill |
| Matthew 2:15 | ἵνα | ina | that |
| Matthew 4:3 | ἵνα | ina |