Tag Archives: Matthew 2:10

Joy Beyond Measure: Exploring Greek Intensification in Matthew 2:10

Posted on March 28, 2025 by New Testament Greek

The Verse in Focus Ἰδόντες δὲ τὸν ἀστέρα ἐχάρησαν χαρὰν μεγάλην σφόδρα This verse from Matthew 2:10 is rich in both grammatical beauty and expressive emotion. A Closer Look at the Structure This vivid sentence from Matthew 2:10 captures the … Continue reading →

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“Ἰδόντες”: Aorist Participle of Perception and Fulfillment in Matthew 2:10

Posted on February 10, 2025 by New Testament Greek

Introduction: The Joy of Seeing Matthew 2:10 opens with a participle of perception—ἰδόντες {idontes}, from ὁράω, “to see.” The clause reads: “Ἰδόντες δὲ τὸν ἀστέρα ἐχάρησαν χαρὰν μεγάλην σφόδρα” —“And when they saw the star, Study more …..

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“ἐχάρησαν”: The Second Aorist Passive Deponent of Joy in Matthew 2:10

Posted on October 2, 2022 by New Testament Greek

Introduction: The Grammar of Overwhelming Joy As the magi finally see the star—confirmation of divine guidance—the text states: “they rejoiced with exceedingly great joy.” The Greek verb ἐχάρησαν {echarēsan} is a grammatical paradox: passive in form, but active in function. … Continue reading →

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