G235

ἀλλά

alla

Conjunction · Neuter plural of ἄλλος (G243)

Neuter plural of G243; properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations):—and, but (even), howbeit, indeed, nay, nevertheless, no, notwithstanding, save, therefore, yea, yet.

Outline

  1. but
    1. nevertheless, notwithstanding
    2. an objection
    3. an exception
    4. a restriction
    5. nay, rather, yea, moreover
    6. forms a transition to the cardinal matter

Usages (5/12)

John 17:9

Breakdown

I pray not for the world World here is κόσμος (ko'-smos), which is referring to Israel, i.e. Yahawashi was praying only for the elect of Israel.

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Acts 26:29

Breakdown

Paul knew that Agrippa was an Edomite, but in this tricky situation, chose to supplant and be wise as a serpent.

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