Extended Strong's Greek Lexicon (Abbott-Smith based)
whether
Usage: πότερος, -α, -ον which of two. Neut., adverbially, πότερον, whether: Jhn.7:17.† (AS)
Strong's Number
G4220
Language
Greek
Linked Usages
13
Books
2
Strong's G4220 Quick Answer
Strong's G4220 πότερον (poteron) is a Greek Strong's word-study entry. poteron (pot'-er-on) adv. 1. interrogative as adverb, which (of two), i.e. is it this or that [neuter of a comparative of the base of G4226] It has 13 linked Bible usages across 2 books. Visible English usage signals include whether. Indexed coverage on this page includes New Testament and Septuagint / Greek Old Testament.
- Meaning
- poteron (pot'-er-on) adv. 1. interrogative as adverb, which (of two), i.e. is it this or that [neuter of a comparative of the base of G4226]
- Usage
- 13 linked usages
- Books
- 2 indexed books
- Corpus
- New Testament and Septuagint / Greek Old Testament
- Usage Words
- whether
Meaning and Definition
poteron (pot'-er-on) adv. 1. interrogative as adverb, which (of two), i.e. is it this or that [neuter of a comparative of the base of G4226] KJV: whether Root(s): G4226
Across Lexicons
How independent scholarly lexicons define Strong's G4220. Each definition is shown with its source so you can compare and cite the original reference works.
How Strong's G4220 Is Translated
The English word each shown verse actually uses to render poteron, taken from the interlinear word alignment (the same word underlined in the excerpts below). Where a rendering is used more than once, the count is shown.
whether
John 7:17
How Strong's G4220 Usage Compares
Indexed coverage includes Septuagint / Greek Old Testament and New Testament. Each section below keeps corpus counts and sample passages visible so readers can compare the word across contexts instead of reading one flat concordance list.
- The largest indexed corpus on this page is Septuagint / Greek Old Testament with 12 linked usages.
- This page lets readers compare New Testament usage with Septuagint / Greek Old Testament usage, which is a key THF advantage over narrower Strong's pages.
In the Septuagint (LXX)
Strong's G4220 (πότερον) appears 12 times in the Greek Septuagint — the Old Testament the New Testament authors quoted.
Sample Septuagint occurrences:
Strong's G4220 by Corpus
Indexed usage grouped by testament and extended corpus so readers can compare this word across the Bible, Septuagint, deuterocanonical books, and 1 Enoch where present.
Strong's G4220 in the New Testament
1 indexed usage in New Testament.
If any man will do his will, he shall know of the doctrine, whether it be of God, or whether I speak of myself.
Strong's G4220 in the Septuagint / Greek Old Testament
12 indexed usages in Septuagint / Greek Old Testament.
Is not thy fear founded in folly, Thy hope also, and the mischief of thy way?
But if there had been any truth in thy words, None of these evils would have befallen thee. Shall not mine ear receive excellent revelations from him?
Is not the life of man upon earth a state of trial? And his existence as that of a hireling by the day?
Usage Excerpts
First 13 linked usage excerpts for Strong's G4220.
Is not thy fear founded in folly, Thy hope also, and the mischief of thy way?
But if there had been any truth in thy words, None of these evils would have befallen thee. Shall not mine ear receive excellent revelations from him?
Is not the life of man upon earth a state of trial? And his existence as that of a hireling by the day?
Am I a sea, or a serpent, That thou hast set a watch over me?
Do ye not speak before the Lord, And utter deceit before him?
Shall not his whirlpool sweep you round, And terror from him fall upon you?
Will a wise man give for answer a mere breath of wisdom? And does he fill up the pain of his belly,
Is it not the Lord who teaches understanding and knowledge? And does not he judge murders?
Is it not the Lord that teaches understanding and knowledge?
Is not thy wickedness abundant, And thy sins innumerable?
To whom dost thou attach thyself, or whom art thou going to assist? Is it not he that has much strength, and he who has a strong arm?
Were not they too formed as I also was formed in the womb? Yea, we were formed in the same womb.
If any man will do his will, he shall know of the doctrine, whether it be of God, or whether I speak of myself.
All Indexed Usage Links
Every indexed verse link for Strong's G4220, grouped by book.
Job 12 usages, Septuagint / Greek Old Testament
John 1 usage, New Testament
Strong's G4220 FAQ
What does poteron (πότερον) mean?
Poteron (Strong's G4220) is a Greek word most simply glossed "whether". poteron (pot'-er-on) adv. 1. interrogative as adverb, which (of two), i.e. is it this or that [neuter of a comparative of the base of G4226]
How many times is poteron (πότερον) used in the Bible?
This page currently indexes 13 linked usages for Strong's G4220 across 2 books.
Where can I study poteron (πότερον) in context?
Use the linked verse references on this page to study Strong's G4220 in context. The indexed coverage includes New Testament and Septuagint / Greek Old Testament.
What English words translate poteron (πότερον)?
The visible usage excerpts most often surface English words such as whether. These are scanning signals from the displayed verses, not replacements for the original-language definition.
Does Strong's G4220 appear in the Septuagint or deuterocanonical books?
Yes. The current local index includes 12 in Septuagint / Greek Old Testament for Strong's G4220, with linked reader references where each row is available.