ἐάνπερ
eán
if indeed
A particle introducing a conditional element, typically translated as 'if' when joined with subjunctive verbs; signals an event or circumstance regarded as indefinite, possible, or contingent, rather than definite or actual. Functions in clauses where the outcome depends on whether a certain condition is met.
Hebrews 3:14 · Word #6
Lexicon G1437
| Lemma | ἐάν |
| Transliteration | eán |
| Strong's | G1437 |
| Definition | A particle introducing a conditional element, typically translated as 'if' when joined with subjunctive verbs; signals an event or circumstance regarded as indefinite, possible, or contingent, rather than definite or actual. Functions in clauses where the outcome depends on whether a certain condition is met. |
Morphology CONJ.S
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | CONJ.S — Subordinating Conjunction — Introduces dependent clauses |
Common Translation
| Phrase | if indeed |
| Literal | if-ever |
Lexical Info
| Lemma | ἐάνπερ |
| Strong's | G1437 |
SIBI-P1 Translation G1437-02
if indeed
| Morphological Notes | Subordinating conjunction (compound of εἰ + ἄν with intensifying περ); introduces a conditional clause expressing potential or indefinite contingency. |
| Rendering Rationale | ἐάν introduces an indefinite or potential condition, and the enclitic περ adds emphasis or intensification. "If indeed" preserves both the conditional contingency and the strengthening force of the compound form. |
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SILEX v2
SIBI-P2 (Context-Aware)
if indeed
| Same as P1 | Yes |
| Rationale | P1 correctly expresses the conditional nuance of ἐάνπερ in this context. |