ἄρα
ára
So
A particle used to mark an inference or conclusion, indicating that the following statement is drawn as a logical result from what precedes; it expresses a sense of 'then,' 'therefore,' or 'consequently.' In some cases, it introduces questions with an inferential tone or marks a deduction, and may express degrees of certainty depending on context. Its force can range from mild implication ('so,' 'it would seem that...') to stronger logical consequence ('therefore,' 'as a result').
Romans 14:12 · Word #1
Lexicon G686
| Lemma | ἄρα |
| Transliteration | ára |
| Strong's | G686 |
| Definition | A particle used to mark an inference or conclusion, indicating that the following statement is drawn as a logical result from what precedes; it expresses a sense of 'then,' 'therefore,' or 'consequently.' In some cases, it introduces questions with an inferential tone or marks a deduction, and may express degrees of certainty depending on context. Its force can range from mild implication ('so,' 'it would seem that...') to stronger logical consequence ('therefore,' 'as a result'). |
Morphology ADV
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | ADV — Adverb — Modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb |
Common Translation
| Phrase | So |
| Literal | therefore |
Lexical Info
| Lemma | ἄρα |
| Strong's | G686 |
SIBI-P1 Translation G686-01
therefore
| Morphological Notes | Particle (adverbial); inferential particle with no inflection for case, number, or gender. |
| Rendering Rationale | As an inferential particle, ἄρα marks a logical conclusion drawn from prior reasoning. "Therefore" best captures its core deductive force without adding contextual nuance. |
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