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Matthew 12:6

λέγω δὲ ὑμῖν ὅτι τοῦ ἱεροῦ μεῖζόν ἐστιν ὧδε.

Focus Topic: Elative Comparison and Implied Subject

This concise and powerful statement by Jesus uses a partitive genitive, a comparative adjective without a stated noun, and a locative adverb to make a theologically bold declaration. The grammar emphasizes both contrast and presence.

Main Verb: λέγω

λέγω is present active indicative, 1st person singular — “I say.” The phrase λέγω δὲ ὑμῖν (“but I say to you”) is characteristic of Jesus’ authoritative teaching style, introducing a corrective or revelatory truth.

Content Clause: ὅτι… μεῖζόν ἐστιν ὧδε

ὅτι introduces the content of what Jesus is saying — “that something greater than the temple is here.”… Learn Koine Greek