τοιοῦτος
toioutos
such as this
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What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Greek word "τωιουτος" (toioutos) is a demonstrative adjective that translates to "such as this." It is used to describe or point out something similar or comparable to another thing. The fact that it has 60 occurrences in the Bible suggests its importance and frequency of use in various contexts. Its range of usage is varied, as it appears in both formal and informal writings, including the Gospels, Epistles, and other biblical texts. The word "toioutos" often functions as an adjectival phrase, adding descriptive details to a noun or noun phrase. For instance, it might be used to introduce a parallel or contrasting example, such as in a rhetorical or teaching context. The significance of "toioutos" lies in its ability to convey a sense of direct reference or comparison. By employing this word, the author highlights the relevance or likeness of one thing to another, facilitating understanding, explanation, or persuasion. This function contributes to the richness and depth of the biblical text, allowing the reader to engage more intimately with the ideas and concepts presented.
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Occurrences in Scripture
60 total occurrences across the text — showing 50
But when the multitudes saw it, they marveled and glorified God, who had given such authority to men.
Matthew 18:5Whoever receives one such little child in my name receives me,
Matthew 19:14But Jesus said, “Allow the little children, and don’t forbid them to come to me; for the Kingdom of Heaven belongs to ones like these.”
Mark 4:33With many such parables he spoke the word to them, as they were able to hear it.
Mark 6:2When the Sabbath had come, he began to teach in the synagogue, and many hearing him were astonished, saying, “Where did this man get these things?” and, “What is the wisdom that is given to this man, that such mighty works come about by his hands?
Mark 7:8“For you set aside the commandment of God, and hold tightly to the tradition of men—the washing of pitchers and cups, and you do many other such things.”
Mark 7:13making void the word of God by your tradition, which you have handed down. You do many things like this.”
Mark 9:37“Whoever receives one such little child in my name, receives me, and whoever receives me, doesn’t receive me, but him who sent me.”
Mark 10:14But when Jesus saw it, he was moved with indignation, and said to them, “Allow the little children to come to me! Don’t forbid them, for God’s Kingdom belongs to such as these.
Mark 13:19For in those days there will be oppression, such as there has not been the like from the beginning of the creation which God created until now, and never will be.
Luke 9:9Herod said, “I beheaded John, but who is this about whom I hear such things?” He sought to see him.
Luke 18:16Jesus summoned them, saying, “Allow the little children to come to me, and don’t hinder them, for God’s Kingdom belongs to such as these.
John 4:23But the hour comes, and now is, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth, for the Father seeks such to be his worshipers.
John 8:5Now in our law, Moses commanded us to stone such women. What then do you say about her?”
John 9:16Some therefore of the Pharisees said, “This man is not from God, because he doesn’t keep the Sabbath.” Others said, “How can a man who is a sinner do such signs?” There was division among them.
Acts 16:24who, having received such a command, threw them into the inner prison, and secured their feet in the stocks.
Acts 19:25whom he gathered together, with the workmen of like occupation, and said, “Sirs, you know that by this business we have our wealth.
Acts 21:25But concerning the Gentiles who believe, we have written our decision that they should observe no such thing, except that they should keep themselves from food offered to idols, from blood, from strangled things, and from sexual immorality.”
Acts 22:22They listened to him until he said that; then they lifted up their voice and said, “Rid the earth of this fellow, for he isn’t fit to live!”
Acts 26:29Paul said, “I pray to God, that whether with little or with much, not only you, but also all that hear me today, might become such as I am, except for these bonds.”
Romans 1:32who, knowing the ordinance of God, that those who practice such things are worthy of death, not only do the same, but also approve of those who practice them.
Romans 2:2We know that the judgment of God is according to truth against those who practice such things.
Romans 2:3Do you think this, O man who judges those who practice such things, and do the same, that you will escape the judgment of God?
Romans 16:18For those who are such don’t serve our Lord, Jesus Christ, but their own belly; and by their smooth and flattering speech, they deceive the hearts of the innocent.
1 Corinthians 5:1It is actually reported that there is sexual immorality among you, and such sexual immorality as is not even named among the Gentiles, that one has his father’s wife.
1 Corinthians 5:5are to deliver such a one to Satan for the destruction of the flesh, that the spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord Jesus.
1 Corinthians 5:11But as it is, I wrote to you not to associate with anyone who is called a brother who is a sexual sinner, or covetous, or an idolater, or a slanderer, or a drunkard, or an extortionist. Don’t even eat with such a person.
1 Corinthians 7:15Yet if the unbeliever departs, let there be separation. The brother or the sister is not under bondage in such cases, but God has called us in peace.
1 Corinthians 7:28But if you marry, you have not sinned. If a virgin marries, she has not sinned. Yet such will have oppression in the flesh, and I want to spare you.
1 Corinthians 11:16But if any man seems to be contentious, we have no such custom, neither do God’s assemblies.
1 Corinthians 15:48As is the one made of dust, such are those who are also made of dust; and as is the heavenly, such are they also that are heavenly.
1 Corinthians 15:48As is the one made of dust, such are those who are also made of dust; and as is the heavenly, such are they also that are heavenly.
1 Corinthians 16:16that you also be in subjection to such, and to everyone who helps in the work and labors.
1 Corinthians 16:18For they refreshed my spirit and yours. Therefore acknowledge those who are like that.
2 Corinthians 2:6This punishment which was inflicted by the many is sufficient for such a one;
2 Corinthians 2:7so that on the contrary you should rather forgive him and comfort him, lest by any means such a one should be swallowed up with his excessive sorrow.
2 Corinthians 3:4Such confidence we have through Christ toward God,
2 Corinthians 3:12Having therefore such a hope, we use great boldness of speech,
2 Corinthians 10:11Let such a person consider this, that what we are in word by letters when we are absent, such are we also in deed when we are present.
2 Corinthians 10:11Let such a person consider this, that what we are in word by letters when we are absent, such are we also in deed when we are present.
2 Corinthians 11:13For such men are false apostles, deceitful workers, masquerading as Christ’s apostles.
2 Corinthians 12:2I know a man in Christ, fourteen years ago (whether in the body, I don’t know, or whether out of the body, I don’t know; God knows), such a one caught up into the third heaven.
2 Corinthians 12:3I know such a man (whether in the body, or outside of the body, I don’t know; God knows),
2 Corinthians 12:5On behalf of such a one I will boast, but on my own behalf I will not boast, except in my weaknesses.
Galatians 5:21envy, murders, drunkenness, orgies, and things like these; of which I forewarn you, even as I also forewarned you, that those who practice such things will not inherit God’s Kingdom.
Galatians 5:23gentleness, and self-control. Against such things there is no law.
Galatians 6:1Brothers, even if a man is caught in some fault, you who are spiritual must restore such a one in a spirit of gentleness; looking to yourself so that you also aren’t tempted.
Ephesians 5:27that he might present the assembly to himself gloriously, not having spot or wrinkle or any such thing; but that it should be holy and without defect.
Philippians 2:29Receive him therefore in the Lord with all joy, and hold such people in honor,
2 Thessalonians 3:12Now those who are that way, we command and exhort in the Lord Jesus Christ, that they work with quietness and eat their own bread.