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Galatians 6:10

ἄρα οὖν ὡς καιρὸν ἔχομεν, ἐργαζώμεθα τὸ ἀγαθὸν πρὸς πάντας, μάλιστα δὲ πρὸς τοὺς οἰκείους τῆς πίστεως.

Focus Topic: Hortatory Subjunctive and Temporal Clause with ὡς

This verse combines logical inference, temporal awareness, and ethical exhortation. Paul encourages action with the use of a hortatory subjunctive, framed by a temporal clause. The syntax promotes urgency and a priority for doing good to all, especially fellow believers.

Inference Particles: ἄρα οὖν

The combination ἄρα οὖν introduces a conclusion or inference drawn from the preceding context. It can be translated as “therefore then” or simply “so then.” The double particle strengthens the logical connection.… Learn Koine Greek