Letter of Barnabas Chapter 18, Interlinear version from Barnabus (Beta)

Letter of Barnabas, Chapter 18

Interlinear version from Barnabus (Beta)

18:1
18:2

18:1

ΜΕΤΑΒΩΜΕΝ
- METABŌMEN
- let-us-pass-over
ΔΕ
- DE
- but
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ἘΠΙ
- EPI
- to
ΕΤΕΡΑΝ
- ETERAN
- another
ΓΝΩΣΙΝ
- GNŌSIN
- knowledge
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ΔΙΔΑΧΗΝ
- DIDACHĒN
- teaching
ΟΔΟΙ
- ODOI
- ways
ΔΥΟ
- DYO
- two
ΕἸΣΙΝ
- EISIN
- are
ΔΙΔΑΧΗΣ
- DIDACHĒS
- of-teaching
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ἘΞΟΥΣΙΑΣ
- EXOUSIAS
- of-authority
Η
- Ē
- the
ΤΕ
- TE
- both
ΤΟΥ
- TOU
- of-the
ΦΩΤΟΣ
- PHŌTOS
- light
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
Η
- Ē
- the
ΤΟΥ
- TOU
- of-the
ΣΚΟΤΟΥΣ
- SKOTOUS
- darkness
ΔΙΑΦΟΡΑ
- DIAPHORA
- difference
ΔΕ
- DE
- but
ΠΟΛΛΗ
- POLLĒ
- great
ΤΩΝ
- TŌN
- of-the
ΔΥΟ
- DYO
- two
ΟΔΩΝ
- ODŌN
- ways
ἘΦ
- EPH
- on
ΗΣ
- ĒS
- which
ΜΕΝ
- MEN
- indeed
ΓΑΡ
- GAR
- for
ΕἸΣΙΝ
- EISIN
- are
ΤΕΤΑΓΜΕΝΟΙ
- TETAGMENOI
- appointed
ΦΩΤΑΓΩΓΟΙ
- PHŌTAGŌGOI
- light-bringers
ἈΓΓΕΛΟΙ
- AGGELOI
- messengers
ΤΟΥ
- TOU
- of-the
ΘΕΟΥ
- THEOU
- God
ἘΦ
- EPH
- on
ΗΣ
- ĒS
- which
ΔΕ
- DE
- but
ἈΓΓΕΛΟΙ
- AGGELOI
- messengers
ΤΟΥ
- TOU
- of-the
ΣΑΤΑΝΑ
- SATANA
- opposer

18:2

ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
Ο
- O
- the-one
ΜΕΝ
- MEN
- indeed
ἘΣΤΙΝ
- ESTIN
- is
ΚΥΡΙΟΣ
- KYRIOS
- Lord
ἈΠΟ
- APO
- from
ΑἸΩΝΩΝ
- AIŌNŌN
- ages
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ΕἸΣ
- EIS
- into
ΤΟΥΣ
- TOUS
- the
ΑἸΩΝΑΣ
- AIŌNAS
- ages
Ο
- O
- the-one
ΔΕ
- DE
- but
ἈΡΧΩΝ
- ARCHŌN
- ruler
ΚΑΙΡΟΥ
- KAIROU
- of-time
ΤΟΥ
- TOU
- the
ΝΥΝ
- NYN
- now
ΤΗΣ
- TĒS
- of-the
ἈΝΟΜΙΑΣ
- ANOMIAS
- of-lawlessness

G3327

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: meh-ta-BO-men

Translations: let us go over, let us pass over, let us change, let us depart

Notes: This word is a compound verb, formed from the preposition 'μετά' (meta), meaning 'with' or 'after', and the verb 'βαίνω' (bainō), meaning 'to go' or 'to walk'. In this form, it means 'let us go over' or 'let us pass over' to another place, topic, or state. It is often used to suggest a transition or a shift in focus.

Inflection: First Person Plural, Aorist, Subjunctive, Active

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΩΜΑΙ, ΠΟΡΕΥΩΜΑΙ, ΑΠΕΡΧΩΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word 'μεταβαίνω' is a compound of 'μετά' (meta), meaning 'with, among, after', and 'βαίνω' (bainō), meaning 'to go, walk'. The combination signifies a movement from one place or state to another.

G1161

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Part of Speech: Particle, Conjunction

Sounds like: DEH

Translations: but, and, now, then, moreover, however

Notes: ΔΕ is a common Koine Greek particle or conjunction used to connect clauses or sentences. It often indicates a transition, a contrast, or a continuation of thought. It can be translated in various ways depending on the context, such as 'but' when indicating opposition, 'and' when simply continuing a narrative, or 'now'/'then' when marking a new point or development.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΚΑΙ, ΑΛΛΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'and' or 'but'. It is an ancient particle used to connect ideas or introduce new information.

G2532

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Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: kahee

Translations: and, also, even, but, then

Notes: ΚΑΙ is a very common conjunction in Koine Greek, primarily meaning 'and' to connect words, phrases, or clauses. It can also function as an adverb, emphasizing a word or phrase with meanings like 'also' or 'even'. In some contexts, it can introduce a contrast, similar to 'but', or indicate sequence, meaning 'then'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: The word ΚΑΙ is an ancient particle, tracing its origins back to Proto-Indo-European. It has remained remarkably stable in form and function throughout the history of the Greek language.

G1909

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Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb

Sounds like: eh-PEE

Translations: on, upon, over, to, against, at, in, for, concerning, during, by, beside, near, among, with respect to

Notes: This is a very common and versatile preposition in Koine Greek. Its meaning changes significantly depending on the case of the noun it governs. With the genitive case, it often means 'upon, over, on, at, in the time of, during, concerning, in the presence of'. With the dative case, it can mean 'upon, on, at, by, near, beside, in, for, in addition to, on the basis of, because of, in the time of, during, in the presence of, against'. With the accusative case, it typically means 'upon, on, to, against, over, for, with a view to, at, by, during, in the time of'. It can also function as an adverb meaning 'upon, besides, in addition'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: The word ἘΠΙ comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is related to similar prepositions in other Indo-European languages, conveying ideas of 'on, upon, over'.

G1322

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: dee-DA-kheen

Translations: teaching, a teaching, doctrine, instruction

Notes: This word refers to the act of teaching or the content of what is taught, often implying a body of doctrine or instruction. It can be used to describe the teachings of a person or a set of principles that are followed. In a sentence, it would function as a direct object receiving the action of a verb, such as 'they received the teaching' or 'he gave instruction'.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΙΔΑΣΚΑΛΙΑ, ΔΙΔΑΓΜΑ

Etymology: The word ΔΙΔΑΧΗ (didachē) comes from the verb διδάσκω (didaskō), meaning 'to teach'. It refers to the act or result of teaching.

G1322

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: di-DA-khees

Translations: of teaching, of doctrine, of instruction, a teaching, a doctrine, an instruction

Notes: This word refers to teaching, instruction, or doctrine. It is used to describe the act of teaching, the content that is taught, or a body of instruction. In this inflected form, it is in the genitive case, indicating possession or origin, often translated with 'of'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΙΔΑΣΚΑΛΙΑ, ΛΟΓΟΣ, ΠΑΙΔΕΙΑ

Etymology: From the Greek verb διδάσκω (didaskō), meaning 'to teach'.

G3588, G3739, G2228

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Part of Speech: Definite Article, Relative Pronoun, Conjunction, Interjection

Sounds like: AY

Translations: the, who, which, or, oh, ah

Notes: This word is most commonly used as the definite article 'the' in Koine Greek, specifically as the feminine nominative singular form (e.g., 'the cry') or the neuter nominative/accusative plural form. It can also function as a relative pronoun meaning 'who' or 'which' (feminine nominative singular). Additionally, it can be a conjunction meaning 'or' or an interjection expressing surprise or emotion, similar to 'oh' or 'ah'. Its meaning is highly dependent on context.

Inflection: Feminine, Nominative, Singular (Definite Article or Relative Pronoun); Neuter, Nominative or Accusative, Plural (Definite Article); Does not inflect (Conjunction or Interjection)

Etymology: The Greek definite article and related forms derive from a Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronoun. The conjunction and interjection forms have separate, though related, origins within Proto-Indo-European.

G5037

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Part of Speech: Conjunction, Particle

Sounds like: TEH

Translations: and, both, also, even, then, so, indeed

Notes: This word is a postpositive particle, meaning it typically appears after the word it modifies or connects. It functions as a conjunction, often translated as 'and' or 'both...and', connecting words, phrases, or clauses. It can also add emphasis or indicate a consequence, sometimes translated as 'also' or 'even'. When used in pairs (τε...τε or τε...καί), it means 'both...and'. It is less emphatic than 'καί' (kai) and often implies a closer connection or a more natural pairing between the elements it joins.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΚΑΙ, ΔΕ, ΑΛΛΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *kʷe, a clitic particle meaning 'and'. It is cognate with Latin -que and Sanskrit ca.

G3588, G3778

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Part of Speech: Definite Article, Demonstrative Pronoun, Particle

Sounds like: too

Translations: of the, of him, of it, of this, to, in order to

Notes: This word is a form of the definite article 'the' or a demonstrative pronoun 'this/that'. It is most commonly used to indicate possession or relationship, translating as 'of the' or 'of him/it'. It can also be used before an infinitive verb to express purpose, meaning 'to' or 'in order to'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter

Etymology: The word 'Ο' (ho), from which 'ΤΟΥ' is derived, comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is an ancient word that has evolved to serve various grammatical functions in Greek.

G1290

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: dee-ah-foh-RAH

Translations: difference, a difference, distinction, diversity, value, advantage, a value, an advantage, contribution, a contribution

Notes: This word refers to a difference, distinction, or diversity between things. It can also denote value, advantage, or a contribution. In some contexts, it refers to the amount or sum of something, especially in a financial sense, like a contribution or a sum of money. It is a compound word formed from διά (dia, 'through, apart') and φορέω (phoreo, 'to carry, bear').

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Accusative, or Vocative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΙΑΣΤΟΛΗ, ΔΙΑΚΡΙΣΙΣ, ΚΕΡΔΟΣ

Etymology: From the verb διαφέρω (diaphero), meaning 'to carry through, to differ, to be superior'. It is formed from διά (dia, 'through, apart') and φορέω (phoreo, 'to carry, bear').

G1909

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Part of Speech: Preposition, Prefix

Sounds like: EHF

Translations: on, upon, over, to, against, at, in, for, because of, with, by

Notes: This word is an elided form of the Greek preposition ἘΠΊ (epi), which means 'on,' 'upon,' or 'over.' The final vowel of ἘΠΊ is dropped before a word beginning with a vowel, especially a rough breathing mark, resulting in ἘΦ. Its precise meaning depends on the case of the noun it governs: with the genitive, it means 'on' or 'upon' (of place or time); with the dative, it means 'on,' 'at,' 'by,' or 'for' (of position or cause); and with the accusative, it means 'on,' 'to,' 'against,' or 'over' (of motion or purpose). It is also commonly used as a prefix in compound words.

Inflection: Does not inflect; it is an elided form of the preposition ἘΠΊ. Its meaning varies depending on the case of the noun it governs (Genitive, Dative, or Accusative).

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *opi, meaning 'on, near, against'. It is cognate with Latin ob and Sanskrit api.

G3588, G3739, G3778, G5101

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Part of Speech: Definite Article, Pronoun

Sounds like: HAYS

Translations: (of) the, (of) who, (of) which, (of) this, (of) that, (of) what

Notes: The word "ΗΣ" is a versatile form in Koine Greek, primarily functioning as the genitive singular for masculine and feminine nouns. It can be the genitive singular of the definite article 'the', indicating possession or relationship. It can also be the genitive singular of the relative pronoun 'who/which', connecting clauses, or the demonstrative pronoun 'this/that', pointing to something specific. Additionally, it can be the genitive singular of the interrogative pronoun 'what/who', used in questions.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Feminine

G3303

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Part of Speech: Particle, Conjunction

Sounds like: MEN

Translations: indeed, on the one hand, truly, certainly, but, however

Notes: This word is a particle often used to introduce a clause that is contrasted with a following clause, which is typically introduced by the particle δέ (de). It can indicate a concession, an affirmation, or simply serve to mark a transition in thought. While it often translates as 'indeed' or 'on the one hand,' its precise meaning is highly dependent on context and the presence of a contrasting 'δέ' clause.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΕ, ΓΕ, ΚΑΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is an ancient particle used to mark emphasis or contrast.

G1063

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Part of Speech: Particle

Sounds like: gar

Translations: for, because, indeed, then, therefore

Notes: This word is a postpositive particle, meaning it typically appears second in a clause. It introduces a reason, explanation, or confirmation for what has just been stated. It can also indicate a logical consequence or a transition in thought, often translated as 'for' or 'because'. In some contexts, it can simply add emphasis or affirm a statement.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΟΤΙ, ΕΠΕΙ, ΟΥΝ

Etymology: The particle ΓΑΡ is believed to be a contraction of the particles γε (ge) meaning 'indeed' or 'at least' and ἄρα (ara) meaning 'then' or 'therefore'. It has been in use since ancient Greek.

G5021

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Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: teh-TAG-meh-noy

Translations: appointed, arranged, ordered, set, stationed, arrayed, assigned

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle, meaning 'having been appointed' or 'having been arranged'. It describes someone or something that has been put into a specific order, position, or assigned a particular task or role. It is often used to refer to people who are in authority or have been given a specific duty.

Inflection: Perfect, Passive, Participle, Masculine, Plural, Nominative

Synonyms: ΔΙΑΤΑΣΣΩ, ΠΡΟΣΤΑΣΣΩ, ΚΑΘΙΣΤΗΜΙ

G3588

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Part of Speech: Definite Article, Relative Pronoun, Letter

Sounds like: OH

Translations: the, who, which, O

Notes: Ο is primarily the masculine singular nominative form of the definite article 'the'. It is used to specify a noun, similar to 'the' in English. It can also function as a relative pronoun, meaning 'who' or 'which', introducing a relative clause. Additionally, 'Ο' is the fifteenth letter of the Greek alphabet, Omicron, which corresponds to the short 'o' sound.

Inflection: Masculine, Singular, Nominative (for the article/relative pronoun); Does not inflect (for the letter)

Etymology: The definite article 'Ο' derives from Proto-Indo-European. The letter 'Ο' (Omicron) is derived from the Phoenician letter 'ayin'.

G2962

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Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective

Sounds like: KOO-ree-oss

Translations: Lord, a Lord, master, a master, owner, an owner, sir

Notes: This word refers to a person who has authority, control, or ownership over something or someone. It is frequently used in the New Testament to refer to God or Jesus Christ, signifying their supreme authority and sovereignty. It can also be used in a more general sense for a human master or owner.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΔΕΣΠΟΤΗΣ, ΑΥΘΕΝΤΗΣ

Etymology: The word ΚΥΡΙΟΣ derives from the Greek word κῦρος (kyros), meaning 'supreme power' or 'authority'. It signifies one who possesses power and authority, thus a lord or master.

G1519

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Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: EES

Translations: into, to, for, unto, among, in, toward

Notes: This word is a preposition that primarily indicates motion towards or into something. It is always used with the accusative case, showing the destination or goal of an action. It can also express purpose, result, or the object of an action. For example, it is used to say 'go into the city' or 'believe into Christ'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: The word ΕἸΣ comes from Proto-Indo-European *en-s, which is a locative adverb meaning 'in, into'. It is related to the English word 'in'.

G3588

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Part of Speech: Definite Article, Demonstrative Pronoun

Sounds like: TOOS

Translations: the, them, those

Notes: ΤΟΥΣ is the masculine plural accusative form of the definite article or demonstrative pronoun 'ὁ'. As an article, it functions like 'the' in English, specifying a noun that is already known or has been previously mentioned. As a pronoun, it means 'them' or 'those', referring to a group of masculine individuals or things in the accusative case, indicating they are the direct object of a verb or the object of a preposition.

Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *so- (demonstrative pronoun).

G0758

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: AR-khone

Translations: ruler, a ruler, prince, chief, magistrate, official, leader

Notes: This word refers to a person in a position of authority or leadership. It can denote a ruler, a prince, a chief, or any high-ranking official or magistrate. It is used to describe someone who holds power or has a prominent role in a community or government.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΗΓΕΜΩΝ, ΚΥΡΙΟΣ, ΒΑΣΙΛΕΥΣ

Etymology: From the verb ἄρχω (archō), meaning 'to rule, to begin'. It refers to one who is first or who leads.

G2540

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: kahee-ROO

Translations: of time, of a season, of the right time, of an opportune time, of a period

Notes: This word refers to a specific, opportune, or appointed time, a season, or a period. It emphasizes the quality or nature of a moment rather than its chronological duration. It is often used to denote a critical or decisive moment, or a suitable occasion for something to happen. As a genitive form, it typically indicates possession or relationship, often translated with 'of'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΧΡΟΝΟΥ, ΩΡΑΣ

G3588

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Part of Speech: Definite Article

Sounds like: THAYS

Translations: of the

Notes: ΤΗΣ is the genitive, singular, feminine form of the definite article 'the'. It is used to indicate possession, origin, or relationship for feminine singular nouns. For example, 'the house of the woman' would use ΤΗΣ for 'of the woman'. It functions similarly to 'of the' in English.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Etymology: The Greek definite article 'Ο' (of which ΤΗΣ is an inflection) derives from a Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronoun root. It evolved to function as a definite article in ancient Greek, marking nouns as specific or previously mentioned.

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