καθάπερ
katháper
just as
An adverbial conjunction meaning 'just as, exactly as, in the same way as.' Used to introduce a comparison or analogy, emphasizing precision or exact correspondence between two actions, states, or conditions. Functions to heighten the force of comparison, often serving to draw a direct parallel or strict likeness in narrative, argument, or moral instruction.
Romans 4:6 · Word #1
Lexicon G2509
| Lemma | καθάπερ |
| Transliteration | katháper |
| Strong's | G2509 |
| Definition | An adverbial conjunction meaning 'just as, exactly as, in the same way as.' Used to introduce a comparison or analogy, emphasizing precision or exact correspondence between two actions, states, or conditions. Functions to heighten the force of comparison, often serving to draw a direct parallel or strict likeness in narrative, argument, or moral instruction. |
Morphology ADV
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | ADV — Adverb — Modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb |
Common Translation
| Phrase | just as |
| Literal | even-as |
Lexical Info
| Lemma | καθάπερ |
| Strong's | G2509 |
SIBI-P1 Translation G2509-01
exactly as
| Morphological Notes | Adverbial conjunction (Gr,D); functions to introduce a precise comparison; no inflection for case, gender, or number. |
| Rendering Rationale | "Exactly as" preserves the intensified comparative force of καθάπερ, reflecting both the base comparative καθά (as/just as) and the emphatic particle περ, which strengthens the precision of the parallel. As an adverbial conjunction, it introduces a strict or direct comparison. |
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SILEX v2
SIBI-P2 (Context-Aware)
just as
| Same as P1 | No — adjusted for context |
| Rationale | SILEX definition includes 'just as' and in context of comparison, 'just as' is the natural rendering. 'Exactly as' is stronger than needed here. |