ὀπίσω
opísō
Primarily indicates a spatial position 'behind' or 'at the back (of)'. As an adverb or preposition, it denotes location to the rear of someone or something, or movement toward such a position. In extended and metaphorical contexts, it can convey 'after' in a figurative or temporal sense (e.g., after someone in following as a disciple; afterwards in sequence).
Matthew 3:11 · Word #11
Lexicon G3694
| Lemma | ὀπίσω |
| Transliteration | opísō |
| Strong's | G3694 |
| Definition | Primarily indicates a spatial position 'behind' or 'at the back (of)'. As an adverb or preposition, it denotes location to the rear of someone or something, or movement toward such a position. In extended and metaphorical contexts, it can convey 'after' in a figurative or temporal sense (e.g., after someone in following as a disciple; afterwards in sequence). |
Morphology PREP GEN
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| Part of Speech | PREP — Preposition — Shows relationship between words |
| Case | GEN — Genitive — Possession, source, or separation |
Lexical Info
| Lemma | ὀπίσω |
| Strong's | G3694 |
SIBI-P1 Translation G3694-01
behind
| Morphological Notes | Preposition (Gr,PI) governing the genitive case; functions adverbially or as a preposition indicating position or direction to the rear. |
| Rendering Rationale | The primary spatial sense of ὀπίσω is position at the rear or toward the back. As a preposition governing the genitive, it denotes location or movement behind someone or something, preserving its core directional meaning. |
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