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G1065 · Greek · New Testament
γέ
ge
Particle (enclitic)
Indeed / At Least / Even

Definition

The Greek particle ge (γέ) is an enclitic emphatic particle meaning 'indeed,' 'at least,' 'even,' or 'yet.' It adds emphasis or a limiting/concessive nuance to the word or clause it follows. Often combined with other particles (e.g., ege = 'at least,' kaitoige = 'and yet indeed'), it shapes the tone and emphasis of Greek discourse.

Usage & Theological Significance

Small grammatical particles like ge often carry significant theological weight in the Greek New Testament. Paul's 'ge' in Romans 8:32 — 'He who did not spare his own Son, but gave him up for us all — how will he not also, along with him, graciously give us all things?' — the particle intensifies the argument from the greater to the lesser: if God gave the greatest gift, how much more will He give lesser ones. Attention to these particles enriches our reading of Scripture.

Key Bible Verses

Romans 8:32 He who did not spare his own Son, but gave him up for us all — how will he not also, along with him, graciously give us all things?
Luke 11:8 I tell you, even though he will not get up and give you the bread because of friendship, yet because of your shameless audacity he will surely get up and give you as much as you need.
Acts 17:27 God did this so that they would seek him and perhaps reach out for him and find him, though he is not far from any one of us.
1 Corinthians 4:8 Already you have all you want! Already you have become rich! You have begun to reign — and that without us! How I wish that you really had begun to reign so that we also might reign with you!
2 Corinthians 11:16 I repeat: Let no one take me for a fool. But if you do, then tolerate me just as you would a fool, so that I may do a little boasting.

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