σημεῖον
sēmeîon
A distinguishing mark, signal, or sign; primarily denotes something that serves to point out, identify, or convey meaning—such as a sign, token, or indication. In extended contexts, can refer to an event or object regarded as a portent, signifying divine or remarkable activity, or as evidence of authenticity, authority, or identity. In some contexts, specifically denotes a miraculous event or extraordinary phenomenon interpreted as a sign, especially in relation to deeds ascribed to divine agency.
Matthew 12:39 · Word #10
Lexicon G4592
| Lemma | σημεῖον |
| Transliteration | sēmeîon |
| Strong's | G4592 |
| Definition | A distinguishing mark, signal, or sign; primarily denotes something that serves to point out, identify, or convey meaning—such as a sign, token, or indication. In extended contexts, can refer to an event or object regarded as a portent, signifying divine or remarkable activity, or as evidence of authenticity, authority, or identity. In some contexts, specifically denotes a miraculous event or extraordinary phenomenon interpreted as a sign, especially in relation to deeds ascribed to divine agency. |
Morphology N ACC N SG
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | N — Noun — A person, place, thing, or idea |
| Case | ACC — Accusative — Direct object or extent |
| Gender | N — Neuter — Grammatical neuter |
| Number | SG — Singular — One |
Lexical Info
| Lemma | σημεῖον |
| Strong's | G4592 |
SIBI-P1 Translation G4592-03
a sign
| Morphological Notes | Noun; neuter; accusative singular (Gr,N,,,,,ANS); functions as a direct object or object of certain prepositions depending on context. |
| Rendering Rationale | The noun denotes that which is marked out as an indicator or distinguishing mark. As neuter accusative singular, it is rendered with an indefinite English form, preserving its basic sense without contextual expansion. |
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