ἱκέτας
Lemma: ἱκέτης
noun
noun
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Added Sep 29, 2026
Definition
A *suppliant*—one who approaches another for protection or aid, typically by ritualized entreaty (often at an altar or by taking hold of the person or sacred objects). By extension, a *petitioner* or *beggar* seeking mercy.
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Grammatical Analysis
"ἱκέτας"
Verb type (If verb): not a finite verb; derived from a standard (-ω) verb
Lemma: ἱκέτης
Case: accusative
Number: plural
Gender: masculine
Declension: 1st declension masculine (της/τα type)
Related Forms of ἱκέτης
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