Strong’s G2531

καθώς

Part of speech

Adverb

Transliteration

kathos

Pronunciation

kä-tho's

Definition

As, just as, even as, in the same way

Meaning

according to the manner in which, in the degree that, just as, as.

Usage

The Greek conjunction "καθώς" (kathos) is used to draw comparisons or establish a standard of equivalence between two clauses or ideas. It often introduces a simile or analogy, indicating that one thing is similar to or in accordance with another. In the New Testament, it frequently appears in teachings of Jesus and the apostles to illustrate moral, spiritual, or doctrinal truths by comparing them to familiar concepts or actions.

Bible references

Matthew 21:6;Matthew 26:24;Matthew 28:6;Mark 1:2;Mark 4:33;Mark 9:13;Mark 11:6;Mark 14:16;Mark 14:21;Mark 15:8;Mark 16:7;Luke 1:2;Luke 1:55;Luke 1:70;Luke 2:20;Luke 2:23;Luke 5:14;Luke 6:31;Luke 6:36;Luke 11:1;Luke 11:30;Luke 17:26;Luke 17:28;Luke 19:32;Luke 22:13