Lexicon
λύτρον
lutron
G3083
G:N-N Greek

ransom

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Lutron denotes what is given in the stated giving of a life for many.

The attested use places the noun in the giving of a life “for many,” within sayings that contrast serving with being served.

Senses in use

  1. What is given with a life for many · dominant

    In Mark 10:45 and Matthew 20:28, the accusative singular neuter form occurs in the clause about giving a life for many, following the contrast between being served and serving. In Mark 10:45 the APB renders the clause “to give his life a ransom for many,” and Matthew 20:28 presents the same wording.

In the Anselm Project Bible: Across Mark 10:45 and Matthew 20:28, the APB presents the clause as “to give his life a ransom for many.” This rendering confirms the clause's overall presentation rather than isolating each term precisely.

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