ἅψωνται
háptō
they might touch
To fasten to, attach, or bind; in metaphorical and later contexts, to touch, take hold of, or grasp. In a particular sense, also to ignite, light, or set on fire (especially of lamps or flames). The primary lexical meaning is to attach or fasten physically, with an extended sense of touching or grasping, as well as lighting or kindling.
Mark 6:56 · Word #29
Lexicon G681
| Lemma | ἅπτω |
| Transliteration | háptō |
| Strong's | G681 |
| Definition | To fasten to, attach, or bind; in metaphorical and later contexts, to touch, take hold of, or grasp. In a particular sense, also to ignite, light, or set on fire (especially of lamps or flames). The primary lexical meaning is to attach or fasten physically, with an extended sense of touching or grasping, as well as lighting or kindling. |
Morphology V AOR MID SUBJ 3P PL
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | V — Verb — An action or state of being |
| Tense | AOR — Aorist — Simple occurrence, often past |
| Voice | MID — Middle — The subject acts on itself or in its own interest |
| Mood | SUBJ — Subjunctive — Expresses possibility or purpose |
| Person | 3P — 3rd person — The one spoken about ("he/she/it/they") |
| Number | PL — Plural — More than one |
Common Translation
| Phrase | they might touch |
| Literal | they-might-touch |
Lexical Info
| Lemma | ἅπτω |
| Strong's | G681 |
SIBI-P1 Translation G681-07
they might fasten themselves to
| Morphological Notes | Verb; aorist tense (simple/completed aspect), middle voice (self-involved/reflexive), subjunctive mood, 3rd person plural. |
| Rendering Rationale | The aorist subjunctive expresses a simple, undefined act, rendered here with "might" to reflect subjunctive mood. The middle voice is preserved with "themselves," highlighting self-involvement in the act of fastening or attaching. |
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