Elementary New Testament Greek, 2014a

8: Conjunctions
In Anticipation
The following categories are currently out of our range of study, since they are
typically constructed with verb forms outside the Indicative Mood. We introduce
them here for exposure and information only, hoping to secure a “mental slot” for
them now as we study Greek subordinate clauses.
with the
result that
in order
that, so
[no conj.] by
Noun Clauses
that
Introduces a
result clause:
Introduces
a purpose
clause:
means
manner
clauses:
Introduces a
noun clause:
[Typically coupled with an Innitive.]
We overloaded the truck, with the
result that the axle snapped.
[Typically coupled with a
Subjunctive.]
I stepped back, so you could step
forward.
[Typically expressed via a Participle
without a conjunction.]
By twisting the valve, we released a
powerful stream of water.
We believe that God has raised Jesus
from the dead.
[Note that can introduce either a
noun clause or a causal clause. Only
by considering the context can we
discern what sort of clause is
introducing.]
Adjectival Clauses
Since adjectival clauses are commonly introduced by relative pronouns (which we
have not yet studied in detail), we will not be working with adjectival clauses in this
chapter.
Particles
This list contains all particles used 100x or more in the GNT.
μ
μ
μ
not
not
amen,
truly
on one
hand
The general negative used with verbs in the Indicative
Mood
The negative used with verbs outside the Indicative
Mood. [Included here for exposure.]
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At the end of a prayer (e.g.), strongly afrming
what has been stated: “Amen, let it be so!” When
introducing a saying (as on the lips of Jesus), solemnly
afrming its truthfulness: “truly…”
Often partnering with to create a pair of elements
that should be seen in stronger or weaker contrast with
each other. The “μ… construction” can often be
translated as follows:
μ
.
On the one hand, the apostles are preaching, but on the other hand, the
teachers are teaching.
More Masculine Nouns of the Second Declension
This list contains the last of the 22 such nouns used 100x or more in the GNT. The
comments offer translation suggestions or nuances in meaning we would nd listed
in BDAG.
μ
world
people
slave,
servant
house
Referring perhaps to all that God has made, or to
humanity (often in its opposition to God).
Often referring to a people-group or community (as in
“the people of God”)
Referring to those who are (in one way or another)
duty-bound to a master
A masculine word largely overlapping in meaning its
feminine partner .