ὑποστάσεως
hypóstasis
Primary meaning: that which stands under; foundation; substructure. In broader contexts: the underlying reality or essence of something in contrast to its outer or apparent form. In Hellenistic and philosophical literature, used for essential nature, real being, or substance. In documentary usage (especially papyri): legal standing, property, or title-deed. In certain literary Christian contexts (notably Hebrews), denotes confident assurance, firmness, or conviction.
Hebrews 1:3 · Word #9
Lexicon G5287
| Lemma | ὑπόστασις |
| Transliteration | hypóstasis |
| Strong's | G5287 |
| Definition | Primary meaning: that which stands under; foundation; substructure. In broader contexts: the underlying reality or essence of something in contrast to its outer or apparent form. In Hellenistic and philosophical literature, used for essential nature, real being, or substance. In documentary usage (especially papyri): legal standing, property, or title-deed. In certain literary Christian contexts (notably Hebrews), denotes confident assurance, firmness, or conviction. |
Morphology N GEN F SG
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | N — Noun — A person, place, thing, or idea |
| Case | GEN — Genitive — Possession, source, or separation |
| Gender | F — Feminine — Grammatical feminine |
| Number | SG — Singular — One |
Lexical Info
| Lemma | ὑπόστασις |
| Strong's | G5287 |
SIBI-P1 Translation G5287-02
of the underlying reality
| Morphological Notes | Noun, feminine, singular, genitive (Gr,N,,,,,GFS) — indicating possession, source, or relational description. |
| Rendering Rationale | The genitive singular form denotes possession or relation, rendered as "of the underlying reality." "Underlying reality" reflects the core sense of ὑπόστασις as that which stands under and provides essential basis or substance. |
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