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γάρ

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greekNew TestamentConjunction1,042 occurrences27 books990 verses

Definition

γάρ,

co-ordinating particle, contr. of γε ἄρα,

verily then, hence, in truth, indeed, yea, then, why, and when giving a reason or explanation, for, the usage in NT being in general accord with that of cl.;

1. explicative and epexegetic: Matthew 4:18; 19:12, Mark 1:16; 5:42; 16:4, Luke 11:3o, Romans 7:1, 1 Corinthians 16:5, al.

2. Conclusive, in questions, answers and exclamations: Matthew 9:5; 27:23, Luke 9:25; 22:27, John 9:30, Acts 8:31; 16:37; 19:35, Romans 15:26, 1 Corinthians 9:10, Philippians 1:18 (Ellic., in l.), 1 Thessalonians 2:20, al.

3. Causal: Matthew 1:21; 2:2, 5, 6, 3:23, Mark 1:22; 9:6, Luke 1:15, 18, John 2:25, Acts 2:25, Romans 1:9, 11, 1 Corinthians 11:5, Revelation 1:3, al.; giving the reason for a command or prohibition, Matthew 2:20; 3:9, Romans 13:11, Colossians 3:3, 1 Thessalonians 4:3, al.; where the cause is contained in an interrog. statement, Luke 22:27, Romans 3:3; 4:3, 1 Corinthians 10:29; καὶ γάρ, for also, Mark 10:45, Luke 6:32, 1 Corinthians 5:7, al. id. as in cl. = etenim, where the καί loses its connective force (Bl., §78, 6; Kühner 3, ii, 854f.), Mark 14:70, Luke 1:66; 22:37, 2 Corinthians 13:4. The proper place of γάρ is after the first word in a clause, but in poets it often comes third or fourth, and so in late prose: 2 Corinthians 1:19. Yet "not the number but the nature of the word after which it stands is the point to be noticed" (see Thayer, see word).

Hebrew words it translates

The Hebrew words that the ancient Greek translation of the Old Testament renders as γάρ:

Usage patterns

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Occurrences

1,042 total
  1. Matthew 24:27γὰρ · For
    For just as the lightning comes from the east and flashes as far as the west, so will be the coming of the Son of Man.
  2. Matthew 24:37γὰρ
    As it was in the days of Noah, so will it be at the coming of the Son of Man.
  3. Matthew 24:38γὰρ · For
    For in the days before the flood, people were eating and drinking, marrying and giving in marriage, up to the day Noah entered the ark.
  4. Matthew 25:3γὰρ
    The foolish ones took their lamps but did not take along any extra oil.
  5. Matthew 25:14γὰρ · For
    For it is just like a man going on a journey, who called his servants and entrusted them with his possessions.
  6. Matthew 25:29γὰρ · For
    For everyone who has will be given more, and he will have an abundance. But the one who does not have, even what he has will be taken away from him.
  7. Matthew 25:35γὰρ · For
    For I was hungry and you gave Me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave Me something to drink, I was a stranger and you took Me in,
  8. Matthew 25:42γὰρ · For
    For I was hungry and you gave Me nothing to eat, I was thirsty and you gave Me nothing to drink,
  9. Matthew 26:9γὰρ
    This perfume could have been sold at a high price, and the money given to the poor.”
  10. Matthew 26:10γὰρ
    Aware of this, Jesus asked, “Why are you bothering this woman? She has done a beautiful deed to Me.
  11. Matthew 26:11γὰρ
    The poor you will always have with you, but you will not always have Me.
  12. Matthew 26:12γὰρ
    By pouring this perfume on Me, she has prepared My body for burial.
  13. Matthew 26:28γάρ
    This is My blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins.
  14. Matthew 26:31γάρ · For
    Then Jesus said to them, “This very night you will all fall away on account of Me. For it is written: ‘I will strike the Shepherd, and the sheep of the flock will be scattered.’
  15. Matthew 26:43γὰρ · for
    And again Jesus returned and found them sleeping, for their eyes were heavy.
  16. Matthew 26:52γὰρ · For
    “Put your sword back in its place,” Jesus said to him. “For all who draw the sword will die by the sword.
  17. Matthew 26:73γὰρ · for
    After a little while, those standing nearby came up to Peter. “Surely you are one of them,” they said, “for your accent gives you away.”
  18. Matthew 27:18γὰρ · For
    For he knew it was out of envy that they had handed Jesus over to him.
  19. Matthew 27:19γὰρ · for
    While Pilate was sitting on the judgment seat, his wife sent him this message: “Have nothing to do with that innocent man, for I have suffered terribly in a dream today because of Him.”
  20. Matthew 27:23γὰρ · Why
    “Why?” asked Pilate. “What evil has He done?” But they shouted all the louder, “Crucify Him!”
  21. Matthew 27:43γὰρ · For
    He trusts in God. Let God deliver Him now if He wants Him. For He said, ‘I am the Son of God.’”
  22. Matthew 28:2γὰρ · for
    Suddenly there was a great earthquake, for an angel of the Lord descended from heaven, rolled away the stone, and sat on it.
  23. Matthew 28:5γὰρ · for
    But the angel said to the women, “Do not be afraid, for I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified.
  24. Matthew 28:6γὰρ
    He is not here; He has risen, just as He said! Come, see the place where He lay.
  25. Mark 1:16γὰρ · for
    As Jesus was walking beside the Sea of Galilee, He saw Simon and his brother Andrew. They were casting a net into the sea, for they were fishermen.
  26. Mark 1:22γὰρ · because
    The people were astonished at His teaching, because He taught as one who had authority, and not as the scribes.
  27. Mark 1:38γὰρ · for
    But Jesus answered, “Let us go on to the neighboring towns so I can preach there as well, for that is why I have come.”
  28. Mark 2:15γὰρ · for
    While Jesus was dining at Levi’s house, many tax collectors and sinners were eating with Him and His disciples—for there were many who followed Him.
  29. Mark 3:10γὰρ · For
    For He had healed so many that all who had diseases were pressing forward to touch Him.
  30. Mark 3:21γὰρ
    When His family heard about this, they went out to take custody of Him, saying, “He is out of His mind.”
  31. Mark 3:35γὰρ · For
    For whoever does the will of God is My brother and sister and mother.”
  32. Mark 4:22γάρ · For
    For there is nothing hidden that will not be disclosed, and nothing concealed that will not be brought to light.
  33. Mark 4:25γὰρ · For
    For whoever has will be given more. But whoever does not have, even what he has will be taken away from him.”
  34. Mark 5:8γὰρ · For
    For Jesus had already declared, “Come out of this man, you unclean spirit!”
  35. Mark 5:28γὰρ · For
    For she kept saying, “If only I touch His garments, I will be healed.”
  36. Mark 5:42γὰρ
    Immediately the girl got up and began to walk around (she was twelve years old). And at once they were utterly astounded.
  37. Mark 6:14γὰρ · for
    Now King Herod heard about this, for Jesus’ name had become well known, and people were saying, “John the Baptist has risen from the dead! That is why miraculous powers are at work in him.”
  38. Mark 6:17γὰρ · For
    For Herod himself had ordered that John be arrested and bound and imprisoned, on account of his brother Philip’s wife Herodias, whom Herod had married.
  39. Mark 6:18γὰρ · For
    For John had been telling Herod, “It is not lawful for you to have your brother’s wife!”
  40. Mark 6:20γὰρ · because
    …because Herod feared John and protected him, knowing that he was a righteous and holy man. When he heard John’s words, he was greatly perplexed; yet he listened to him gladly.
  41. Mark 6:31γὰρ · For
    And He said to them, “Come with Me privately to a solitary place, and let us rest for a while.” For many people were coming and going, and they did not even have time to eat.
  42. Mark 6:48γὰρ · because
    He could see that the disciples were straining to row, because the wind was against them. About the fourth watch of the night, Jesus went out to them, walking on the sea. He intended to pass by them,
  43. Mark 6:50γὰρ · for
    …for they all saw Him and were terrified. But Jesus spoke up at once: “Take courage! It is I. Do not be afraid.”
  44. Mark 6:52γὰρ · for
    …for they had not understood about the loaves, but their hearts had been hardened.
  45. Mark 7:3γὰρ · Now
    Now in holding to the tradition of the elders, the Pharisees and all the Jews do not eat until they wash their hands ceremonially.
  46. Mark 7:10γὰρ · For
    For Moses said, ‘Honor your father and your mother’ and ‘Anyone who curses his father or mother must be put to death.’
  47. Mark 7:21γὰρ · For
    For from within the hearts of men come evil thoughts, sexual immorality, theft, murder, adultery,
  48. Mark 7:27γάρ · For
    “First let the children have their fill,” He said. “For it is not right to take the children’s bread and toss it to the dogs.”
  49. Mark 8:35γὰρ · For
    For whoever wants to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for My sake and for the gospel will save it.
  50. Mark 8:36γὰρ
    What does it profit a man to gain the whole world, yet forfeit his soul?