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Philippians 2:25

Ἀναγκαῖον δὲ ἡγησάμην Ἐπαφρόδιτον τὸν ἀδελφὸν καὶ συνεργὸν καὶ συστρατιώτην μου, ὑμῶν δὲ ἀπόστολον καὶ λειτουργὸν τῆς χρείας μου, πέμψαι πρὸς ὑμᾶς,

Focus Topic: Double Accusative with Infinitive of Intent

This verse provides a rich example of Greek syntax involving a double accusative construction with a complementary infinitive, along with appositional phrases and possessive genitives. The grammar reflects Paul’s personal affection and theological appreciation for Epaphroditus.

Main Verb: ἡγησάμην

ἡγησάμην is aorist middle indicative, 1st person singular, from ἡγέομαι (“I consider, I regard”). It governs a double accusative construction, with both the person considered (Epaphroditus) and the action determined (πέμψαι).… Learn Koine Greek