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ὈΡΘΟΤΟΜΟΥΝΤΑ, ὀρθοτομουντα

ORTHOTOMOUNTA, orthotomounta

Sounds Like: or-tho-to-MOON-tah

Translations: rightly dividing, cutting straight, handling accurately, teaching correctly

From the root: ὈΡΘΟΤΟΜΈΩ

Part of Speech: Participle

Explanation: This word is a compound participle derived from the verb ὈΡΘΟΤΟΜΈΩ. It literally means 'to cut straight' or 'to cut a straight path'. In a metaphorical sense, it refers to handling something accurately, correctly, or precisely, especially in the context of teaching or explaining truth. It describes the action of someone who is careful and precise in their work or communication.

Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Accusative, Singular, Masculine

Strong’s number: G3718 (Lookup on BibleHub)


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Tischendorf's Greek New Testament
  • 2 Timothy — 2:15

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