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Ἵνα καὶ τὸ ἐκείνων περίσσευμα γένηται εἰς τὸ ὑμῶν ὑστέρημα, ὅπως γένηται ἰσότης (2 Corinthians 8:14)

So that their abundance might become your lack, in order that equality might result.

Ἵνα… ὅπως: Coordinated Purpose and Result

The structure of this verse features a double purpose/result expression — first with ἵνα and then with ὅπως. While both conjunctions introduce result or purpose clauses, ἵνα is often stronger and more direct, whereas ὅπως can nuance intention or ultimate goal. The layering of these two clauses in succession builds rhetorical force and draws attention to the divine ideal of balance among believers.

τὸ ἐκείνων περίσσευμα: Their Abundance

The noun περίσσευμα means “overflow,” “abundance,” or “surplus.”… Learn Koine Greek