ἵνα
hína
G2443 subordinating conjunction
SILEX Entry
Definition
Primary meaning: a subordinating conjunction introducing purpose, result, or content clauses—generally translated as 'in order that,' 'so that,' or 'that.' It marks a clause expressing purpose, intention, or expected result; can also introduce indirect statements or commands. Depending on context, may convey actual purpose (final sense), anticipated result, or reported content of speech or thought.
Semantic Range
to the end that, in order that, so that, that, for the purpose that, so as to, with the result that, in indirect commands, in indirect statements
Root / Etymology
From an early Greek demonstrative stem, etymologically uncertain. Possibly related to the pronominal stem ὁ-, but not transparently connected to ἑαυτοῦ or other pronouns. Its formation is native to Greek and not borrowed from another language.
Historical & Contextual Notes
ἵνα is rare in classical Greek, where purpose is more commonly expressed with ὅπως or ὡς. Usage expands in the Koine period, including the Septuagint and New Testament, often replacing classical final infinitives or other purpose clauses. In the New Testament and Septuagint, ἵνα frequently marks both purpose (final) and result (consecutive/resultative) clauses, especially with verbs of speaking, commanding, or desiring. In reported speech, ἵνα often introduces indirect commands or wishes. Its use in New Testament Greek is sometimes broader than its classical usage, functioning where classical Greek would use an infinitive or other expressions. English translations often render it as 'that,' but 'in order that' or 'so that' more fully reflects its purpose/result nuance. The negative form ἵνα μή introduces clauses expressing prevention or prohibition ('lest,' 'that...not'). The increased frequency and flexibility of ἵνα in Koine Greek marks an important feature of Hellenistic syntax.
Original Strong's Gloss (1890)
probably from the same as the former part of ἑαυτοῦ (through the demonstrative idea; compare ὁ); in order that (denoting the purpose or the result):--albeit, because, to the intent (that), lest, so as, (so) that, (for) to. Compare ἵνα μή.
Root Family
uncertain (bótrys) — proper name, personal name
| Strong's | Lemma | SIBI-P1 |
|---|---|---|
| G1009 | βότρυς | clusters |
| G1050 | Γάϊος | to Gaius |
| G1055 | γαλήνη | calm stillness |
| G108 | Ἄζωτος | Ashdod |
| G1148 | Δαλμανουθά | of Dalmanoutha |
Word Forms
1 distinct form
| SIDANCE | Surface | Transliteration | Morphology | Common | SIBI-P1 | SIBI-P2 | Occurrences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G2443-01 |
ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
that | in order that | in order that | 667 |
Occurrences in Scripture
667 occurrences
| SIDANCE | Reference | Word | Transliteration | Morphology | Common | SIBI-P1 | SIBI-P2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G2443-01 |
Matthew 1:22 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
to fulfill | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Matthew 2:15 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
that | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Matthew 4:3 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
that | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Matthew 4:14 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
that | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Matthew 5:29 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
that | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Matthew 5:30 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
that | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Matthew 7:1 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
that | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Matthew 7:12 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
that | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Matthew 8:8 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
that | in order that | that |
G2443-01 |
Matthew 9:4 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
why | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Matthew 9:6 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
so that | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Matthew 10:25 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
that | in order that | that |
G2443-01 |
Matthew 12:10 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
that | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Matthew 12:16 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
that | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Matthew 12:17 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
that | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Matthew 14:15 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
that | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Matthew 14:36 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
that | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Matthew 16:20 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
that | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Matthew 17:27 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
so that | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Matthew 18:6 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
that | in order that | that |
G2443-01 |
Matthew 18:14 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
that | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Matthew 18:16 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
that | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Matthew 19:13 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
that | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Matthew 19:16 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
that | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Matthew 20:21 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
that | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Matthew 20:31 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
that | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Matthew 20:33 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
that | in order that | that |
G2443-01 |
Matthew 21:4 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
so that | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Matthew 23:26 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
so that | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Matthew 24:20 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
that | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Matthew 26:4 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
to | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Matthew 26:5 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
lest | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Matthew 26:16 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
to | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Matthew 26:41 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
that | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Matthew 26:56 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
that | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Matthew 26:63 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
that | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Matthew 27:20 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
that | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Matthew 27:26 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
to | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Matthew 27:32 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
to | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Matthew 27:46 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
why | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Matthew 28:10 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
that | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Mark 1:38 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
so that | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Mark 2:10 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
that | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Mark 3:2 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
that | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Mark 3:9 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
that | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Mark 3:9 | ἵνα | ina-2 | CONJ.S |
so that | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Mark 3:10 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
in order that | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Mark 3:12 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
that | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Mark 3:14 | ἵνα | ina | CONJ.S |
so that | in order that | in order that |
G2443-01 |
Mark 3:14 | ἵνα | ina-2 | CONJ.S |
and that | in order that | in order that |