"interrogative of πότερος, α, ον, which never occurs in NT other than in this form, whether?, Jn. 7:17*"
Definition and meaning
interrogative of πότερος, α, ον, which never occurs in NT other than in this form, whether?, Jn. 7:17*
In the original Greek the word is written: πότερον
Historical context
John wrote for an audience familiar with both Jewish Scripture and Greek philosophy. The logos — the Word — was a term Greek philosophers used for the rational principle underlying the universe. John takes that concept and says: that logos became a person and lived among us. Crucifixion was the Roman execution method designed to maximize public humiliation, reserved for slaves and rebels.
The people who first heard this word were not reading a book — they were living through empires, oppression, exile, and covenant. Every word carried the weight of that reality. Understanding it changes how you read Scripture.
Scripture references
These are the most notable occurrences of poteron (G4220) across the King James Bible.
If any man will do his will, he shall know of the doctrine, whether it be of God, or whether I speak of myself.
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Common questions
Strong's G4220 (poteron) is a Greek word that means: interrogative of πότερος, α, ον, which never occurs in NT other than in this form, whether?, Jn. 7:17* It appears 1 times in the King James Bible.
The word poteron (G4220) appears 1 times in the original Greek text.
Strong's G4220 is poteron, a Greek word defined as: interrogative of πότερος, α, ον, which never occurs in NT other than in this form, whether?, Jn. 7:17*. James Strong catalogued this in his 1890 concordance to help English readers study the original languages of the Bible.
poteron is a Greek word found in the New Testament.