| 20b | The phrase "τῷ σῷ ὀνόματι" (tō sō onomati) can be understood as "to/for your own name" or "in your own name" in Greek. Here's how it breaks down:
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τῷ (tō): This is the dative singular form of the definite article "ὁ" (ho), meaning "the." In the dative case, it can mean "to" or "for" depending on the context.
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σῷ (sō): This is the dative singular form of the possessive pronoun "σός" (sos), meaning "your" (singular). In this case, it indicates possession or association with the person being addressed.
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ὀνόματι (onomati): This is the dative singular form of "ὄνομα" (onoma), which means "name." In the dative case, it signifies the object of reference or the manner in which something is done.
When you combine these elements:
- "τῷ σῷ" (tō sō) = "to/for your"
- "ὀνόματι" (onomati) = "name" (in the dative case)
Therefore, "τῷ σῷ ὀνόματι" (tō sō onomati) literally means "to/for your name" or "in your name." It expresses doing something in the authority or on behalf of the person whose name is referenced. |