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G3380 · Greek · New Testament
μήπω
mḗpō
Adverb
Not Yet

Definition

Mḗpō (μήπω) means not yet — indicating something anticipated but not yet occurred. Compound of (not) + (yet).

Usage & Theological Significance

Romans 9:11 uses mēpō to make a crucial point about election: 'before the twins were born or had done anything good or bad — not yet having done anything — God's purpose in election might stand: not by works but by him who calls.' This is one of the strongest statements of sovereign grace in all Scripture. God's choice preceded all human action. Similarly, Hebrews 12:4 ('you have not yet resisted to the point of shedding your blood') encourages perseverance.

Key Bible Verses

Romans 9:11 Before the twins were born or had done anything good or bad — in order that God's purpose in election might stand...
Hebrews 12:4 In your struggle against sin, you have not yet resisted to the point of shedding your blood.
John 7:39 Up to that time the Spirit had not yet been given, since Jesus had not yet been glorified.

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