4220. poteron
Lexicon
poteron: whether, which

Original Word: πότερον
Part of Speech: Adverb, Interrogative
Transliteration: poteron
Pronunciation: po'-ter-on
Phonetic Spelling: (pot'-er-on)
Definition: whether, which
Meaning: which of two, whether.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
whether.

Neuter of a comparative of the base of pou; interrogative as adverb, which (of two), i.e. Is it this or that -- whether.

see GREEK pou

NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Origin
from poteros, a cptv. of the same as posos
Definition
which of two
NASB Translation
whether (1).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon
STRONGS NT 4220: πότερος

πότερος, ποτερα, πότερον (from Homer down), which of two; πότερον ... ,utrum ... an, whether ... or (Winers Grammar, § 57, 1 b.; Buttmann, 250 (215)): John 7:17.

Topical Lexicon
Word Origin: Derived from the Greek word "πότερος" (poteros), which means "which of two" or "whether."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct equivalent in Hebrew for the Greek "πότερον," as it is a specific interrogative particle used in Greek. However, the concept of presenting choices or alternatives can be found in various Hebrew words and phrases that convey similar meanings, such as "אִם" (im) meaning "if" or "whether," which is used in contexts of conditionality or choice.

Usage: In the New Testament, "πότερον" is used to pose questions that involve a decision or choice between two options. It is typically found in contexts where a comparison or decision is being made.

Context: The Greek word "πότερον" appears in the New Testament as a tool for framing questions that require a choice or decision between two possibilities. It is an interrogative particle that helps to clarify the options being considered. For example, in Matthew 21:31, Jesus uses "πότερον" to ask, "Which of the two did the will of his father?" This usage highlights the function of "πότερον" in drawing attention to a decision point or a comparison between alternatives.

In the Berean Standard Bible, "πότερον" is translated in a way that maintains the sense of choice or deliberation inherent in the original Greek. The word is not frequently used, but when it appears, it serves to emphasize the need for discernment or judgment in the narrative.

The use of "πότερον" reflects the broader biblical theme of choice and discernment, where individuals are often presented with decisions that have moral or spiritual implications. This aligns with the biblical emphasis on wisdom and understanding, encouraging readers to consider carefully the options before them.

Forms and Transliterations
ποτερον πότερον πότημα poteron póteron
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Englishman's Concordance
John 7:17 Adv
GRK: τῆς διδαχῆς πότερον ἐκ τοῦ
NAS: of the teaching, whether it is of God
KJV: of the doctrine, whether it be of
INT: the teaching whether from

Strong's Greek 4220
1 Occurrence


πότερον — 1 Occ.















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