Clement’s First Letter Chapter 40, Interlinear version from Clement of Rome (Beta)

Notes: This word describes something that is clearly visible, apparent, or easily understood. It refers to something that is already known or made plain, leaving no room for doubt. It is a compound word formed from 'πρό' (before) and 'δῆλος' (clear, evident).

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΔΗΛΟΣ, ΦΑΝΕΡΟΣ, ΕΜΦΑΝΗΣ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the preposition 'πρό' (pro), meaning 'before' or 'forth', and the adjective 'δῆλος' (delos), meaning 'clear' or 'evident'. It literally means 'clear beforehand' or 'manifest forth'.

G3767

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Part of Speech: Particle, Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: OON

Translations: therefore, then, so, consequently, accordingly, now, indeed

Notes: This word is a particle used to indicate a logical consequence, transition, or emphasis. It often connects a statement to what precedes it, meaning 'therefore' or 'consequently'. It can also be used to introduce a new point or a summary, translated as 'then' or 'now'. In some contexts, it adds emphasis, meaning 'indeed' or 'certainly'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ἈΡΑ, ΔΕ, ΤΟΙΓΑΡΟΥ͂Ν

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *nu, meaning 'now' or 'then'. It is related to Latin 'nunc' (now) and English 'now'.

G1510

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Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ON-ton

Translations: of being, of existing, of those who are, of those who exist, of things that are, of things that exist

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'to be'. It functions like an adjective or a noun, indicating 'of those who are' or 'of things that exist'. It is often used to describe the state or condition of a group of people or things, or to refer to existing entities in a genitive context, meaning 'belonging to' or 'concerning' them.

Inflection: Present, Active, Genitive, Plural, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΥΠΑΡΧΟΝΤΩΝ, ΓΙΝΟΜΕΝΩΝ

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.

G1467

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Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: eng-keh-KOO-foh-tes

Translations: stooping, bending down, looking intently, peering into, having stooped, having bent down, having looked intently

Notes: This word is a perfect active participle, meaning 'having stooped' or 'having bent down' with the implication of continuing to look intently or peer into something. It describes an action of bending forward or down, often to examine something closely or to look into a deep place. It conveys a sense of focused attention or deep investigation.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΚΥΠΤΩ, ΠΑΡΑΚΥΠΤΩ

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

Sounds like: TAH

Translations: the

Notes: ΤΑ is the neuter plural form of the definite article in Koine Greek. It functions similarly to 'the' in English, indicating that a noun is definite or previously mentioned. It agrees in gender, number, and case with the noun it modifies, and in this form, it can be used for both nominative (subject) and accusative (direct object) cases.

Inflection: Neuter, Plural, Nominative or Accusative

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is a demonstrative pronoun that evolved into a definite article in Greek.

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.

G2304

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: THEY-ahs

Translations: of divine, of a divine, of the divine

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'divine' or 'godlike'. It is used to describe something that pertains to God or a god, or that possesses qualities associated with divinity. It can refer to divine power, nature, or origin. In this form, it is used to modify a feminine singular noun in the genitive case, indicating possession or origin.

Inflection: Genitive, Singular, Feminine

Synonyms: ΘΕΟΠΡΕΠΗΣ, ΘΕΟΦΙΛΗΣ

Etymology: The word ΘΕΙΟΣ (theios) comes from ΘΕΟΣ (theos), meaning 'God'. It refers to that which belongs to or is characteristic of God.

G5010

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: TA-xey

Translations: (to) order, (to) arrangement, (to) rank, (to) course, (to) position

Notes: This word refers to an orderly arrangement, a fixed position, a rank, or a course of action. It implies a structured or organized state of things. In a sentence, it would typically indicate the manner or state in which something is done or exists, often in a dative construction meaning 'in order' or 'in a certain arrangement'.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΚΟΣΜΟΣ, ΔΙΑΤΑΓΗ, ΤΑΓΜΑ

Etymology: From the Greek verb τάσσω (tassō), meaning 'to arrange, to put in order'. It refers to the result of arranging or ordering something.

G4160

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: poy-EH-in

Translations: to do, to make, to produce, to create, to perform, to accomplish, to bring about

Notes: This word is the present active infinitive form of the verb 'ποιέω' (poieō), meaning 'to do' or 'to make'. It is a very common verb in Koine Greek and can be used in a wide range of contexts, from physical actions like making something, to abstract actions like performing a deed or bringing something about. It often indicates the execution of an action or the creation of an object.

Inflection: Infinitive, Present, Active

Synonyms: ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ, ΠΡΑΤΤΩ, ΤΙΘΗΜΙ

Etymology: The word 'ποιέω' (poieō) is of uncertain origin, possibly related to an old root meaning 'to make' or 'to create'.

G3745

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Part of Speech: Relative Pronoun, Relative Adjective

Sounds like: OH-sah

Translations: as many as, all that, whatever, how many, all things whatsoever, whatever things

Notes: This word is the neuter plural form of the relative pronoun/adjective ὅσος (hosos). It means 'as many as' or 'all that/which' and is used to introduce a relative clause, referring to an indefinite quantity or number of things. It can function as both a pronoun (e.g., 'whatever things') or an adjective (e.g., 'as many things as'). It can be used in both the nominative and accusative cases.

Inflection: Neuter, Plural, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: PANTA, HAPAS

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is related to the demonstrative pronoun ὅδε (hode, 'this') and the interrogative pronoun τίς (tis, 'who? what?').

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'.

G1203

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: des-PO-tays

Translations: master, lord, owner, a master, a lord

Notes: This word refers to a master, lord, or owner, someone who has absolute authority or control over others, such as servants, slaves, or possessions. It is often used in a secular context for a human master, but it is also frequently used in a religious context to refer to God or Christ as the ultimate Lord and Master.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΚΥΡΙΟΣ, ΑΥΘΕΝΤΗΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *dems-pot-, meaning 'master of the house'. It is a compound of *dem- ('house') and *pot- ('master, powerful').

G2005

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-pee-teh-LEIN

Translations: to complete, to finish, to perform, to accomplish, to carry out, to execute, to bring to an end

Notes: This word is the present active infinitive form of the verb ἘΠΙΤΕΛΕΩ. It means to bring something to completion, to finish a task, or to perform an action. It implies carrying out a duty or fulfilling a purpose, often with the sense of bringing it to a successful conclusion. It can be used in contexts where one is commanded or expected to perform certain actions or duties.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΤΕΛΕΩ, ΠΟΙΕΩ, ΠΡΑΤΤΩ

Etymology: The word ἘΠΙΤΕΛΕΩ is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἘΠΙ (epi), meaning 'upon' or 'in addition to', and the verb ΤΕΛΕΩ (teleo), meaning 'to finish' or 'to complete'. Thus, it literally means 'to finish upon' or 'to bring to completion'.

G2596

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Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: KAH-tah

Translations: down, according to, against, throughout, by, during, concerning, along

Notes: ΚΑΤΑ is a versatile preposition in Koine Greek. Its meaning varies significantly depending on the case of the noun it governs. When used with the genitive case, it often indicates movement 'down from,' opposition 'against,' or reference 'concerning' something. When used with the accusative case, it typically means 'down along,' 'according to,' 'throughout,' 'during,' or 'by' means of something. It can express direction, distribution, opposition, or a standard.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΑΝΤΙ, ΔΙΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *kmtá, meaning 'down, with'. It is related to other prepositions and adverbs in various Indo-European languages.

G5021

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Part of Speech: Participle, Adjective

Sounds like: teh-tag-MEH-noos

Translations: appointed, ordered, arranged, set in order, ordained, those who are appointed, those who are ordered

Notes: This word is the perfect passive participle of the verb 'τάσσω' (tassō), meaning 'to arrange, appoint, or order'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective, describing someone or something that has been arranged, appointed, or set in order. It can refer to individuals who have been designated for a specific task or position, or to things that have been put into a particular arrangement.

Inflection: Accusative, Plural, Masculine, Perfect Passive Participle

Synonyms: ΔΙΑΤΑΣΣΩ, ΚΑΘΙΣΤΗΜΙ, ΟΡΙΖΩ

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.

G3009

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: lay-too-oor-GHEE-ahs

Translations: of public service, of ministry, of liturgy, of service, of worship, of ministration

Notes: This word refers to a public service, ministry, or act of worship. It describes the performance of duties, especially those related to religious or civic functions. It is often used in the context of priestly service in the temple or the Christian church, but can also refer to any public duty or charitable work.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΙΑΚΟΝΙΑΣ, ΛΑΤΡΕΙΑΣ, ΥΠΗΡΕΣΙΑΣ

G2005

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-pee-teh-LEES-thai

Translations: to be completed, to be finished, to be performed, to be accomplished, to be fulfilled

Notes: This is a verb meaning to bring something to completion, to perform, or to accomplish. The form provided is a passive infinitive, indicating that something is being brought about or fulfilled. It describes an action that is carried out to its end or conclusion.

Inflection: Present, Passive, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΤΕΛΕΩ, ΠΟΙΕΩ, ΠΡΑΤΤΩ

Etymology: The word ΕΠΙΤΕΛΕΩ is a compound word formed from the preposition ΕΠΙ (epi), meaning 'upon' or 'in addition to', and the verb ΤΕΛΕΩ (teleō), meaning 'to complete' or 'to finish'. Thus, it signifies completing something upon or in addition to a previous state, emphasizing the finality or accomplishment of an action.

G3756

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Part of Speech: Adverb, Particle

Sounds like: OOK

Translations: not, no

Notes: This word is a negative particle used to express absolute negation. It typically precedes verbs, adjectives, or adverbs to deny or contradict a statement. It is used when the negation is a statement of fact, as opposed to a hypothetical or willed negation. It has variant forms like οὐ (ou) before a consonant and οὐχ (ouch) before a rough breathing.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΜΉ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'not'. It is an ancient negative particle found in various Indo-European languages.

G2228, G3588

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Part of Speech: Conjunction, Definite Article, Numeral

Sounds like: AY

Translations: or, the, 8

Notes: This word can function as a conjunction meaning 'or', indicating an alternative or choice between two or more options. It can also be the feminine nominative singular form of the definite article 'the', used to specify a feminine noun that is the subject of a sentence. The '̓' (coronis) indicates that this form is an elision, meaning it's a shortened form of a word like ἤ (e.g., when followed by a vowel). Additionally, the '̓' could be a keraia, indicating the numeral 8.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as conjunction or numeral); Singular, Nominative, Feminine (as definite article)

Etymology: The conjunction ἤ (e.g., from which Ἠ is an elision) is of uncertain origin. The definite article ἡ (from which Ἠ is an elision) comes from Proto-Indo-European. The numeral meaning is derived from the Greek letter eta (Η), which was used to represent the number 8.

G1096

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ghee-NES-thai

Translations: to become, to happen, to be, to come into being, to be born, to arise, to come to pass

Notes: This verb is very common in Koine Greek and has a broad range of meanings, primarily related to something coming into existence, happening, or changing state. It can describe a process of becoming, an event taking place, or a person being born. It is often used impersonally to mean 'it happened' or 'it came to pass'.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΓΕΝΝΑΩ, ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΣΥΜΒΑΙΝΩ

Etymology: The word ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *ǵenh₁-, meaning 'to produce, beget, give birth'. It is related to words like 'genesis' and 'generate' in English.

G0243

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Part of Speech: Prefix

Sounds like: ALL

Translations: other, another, different, foreign

Notes: This is a prefix form of the word 'ἄλλος' (allos), meaning 'other' or 'another'. It is used to form compound words that convey the idea of something being different, foreign, or belonging to another group. For example, 'ἀλλογενῶν' means 'of other races', 'ἀλλότριοι' means 'strangers' or 'foreigners', and 'ἀλλόφυλους' means 'foreigners' or 'of another tribe'.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a prefix)

Synonyms: ΕΤΕΡΟΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *alyos, meaning 'other, another'. It is related to Latin alius and English else.

G3724

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Part of Speech: Adjective, Participle

Sounds like: ho-ree-SMEH-noys

Translations: (to) appointed, (to) determined, (to) fixed, (to) defined

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle of the verb 'horizo', meaning 'to define' or 'to determine'. When used as an adjective, it describes something that has been set, appointed, or fixed. It indicates something that is specific, definite, or established by a prior decision or boundary. In the given form, it is a dative plural, indicating 'to' or 'for' things that are appointed or determined.

Inflection: Plural, Dative, Masculine, Feminine or Neuter, Perfect Passive Participle

Synonyms: ΤΕΤΑΓΜΕΝΟΙΣ, ΔΙΩΡΙΣΜΕΝΟΙΣ

G2540

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: kah-ee-ROYS

Translations: to times, in times, for times, of times, seasons, opportunities

Notes: This word refers to a specific, opportune, or appointed time, a season, or a critical moment. It is often used in contrast to 'chronos' (χρόνος), which refers to general, sequential time. 'Kairos' emphasizes the qualitative aspect of time, highlighting a suitable or fitting moment for something to happen. It can be used to indicate a period of time, a season, or a favorable opportunity.

Inflection: Plural, Dative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΧΡΟΝΟΙΣ, ΩΡΑΙΣ, ΕΥΚΑΙΡΙΑΙΣ

G1223

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Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: dee-AH

Translations: through, by, by means of, on account of, because of, for the sake of

Notes: This word is a preposition that can take two different cases, which changes its meaning. When used with the genitive case, it means 'through' or 'by means of', indicating the instrument or agency by which something is done. When used with the accusative case, it means 'on account of', 'because of', or 'for the sake of', indicating the cause or reason for something.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΚ, ΕΝΕΚΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'through' or 'apart'.

G0846

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Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: ow-TOS

Translations: he, she, it, they, him, her, it, them, himself, herself, itself, themselves, same, very

Notes: ΑΥ̓ΤΟΣ is a versatile word in Koine Greek. As a third-person pronoun, it translates to 'he, she, it' or 'they' in the nominative case, and 'him, her, it' or 'them' in other cases. When used intensively, often in the nominative or immediately following the noun, it means 'himself, herself, itself, themselves' or 'even, very'. When used as an adjective with the definite article (e.g., 'ὁ αὐτὸς'), it means 'the same'. Its meaning depends on its grammatical function and position in the sentence.

Inflection: Singular or Plural, Nominative, Genitive, Dative, or Accusative, Masculine, Feminine, or Neuter

Synonyms: ΟΥ̓ΤΟΣ, ἘΚΕΙΝΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΑΥ̓ΤΟΣ is of uncertain origin, possibly from a pronominal stem *au- or *aw-.

G3724

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: OH-ri-sen

Translations: he determined, he appointed, he marked out, he defined, he fixed, she determined, she appointed, she marked out, she defined, she fixed, it determined, it appointed, it marked out, it defined, it fixed

Notes: This word means to define, determine, appoint, or mark out boundaries. It is used to describe the act of setting limits, establishing a fixed point, or making a decision about something. It can refer to a person or entity establishing a decree or a boundary.

Inflection: 3rd Person Singular, Aorist, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΔΙΟΡΙΖΩ, ΠΡΟΣΔΙΟΡΙΖΩ

Etymology: The word ΟΡΙΖΩ comes from the Greek word ὅρος (HOROS), meaning 'boundary' or 'limit'. It describes the act of setting or defining such a boundary.

G3588

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Part of Speech: Definite Article, Pronoun

Sounds like: TAY

Translations: to the, for the, by the, with the, in the, who, which

Notes: This word is the dative singular feminine form of the definite article, meaning 'to the', 'for the', 'by the', 'with the', or 'in the' when used with a feminine noun in the dative case. It can also function as a relative pronoun, meaning 'who' or 'which', referring to a feminine antecedent. It is used to specify a particular feminine noun or to introduce a relative clause.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine

Etymology: The Greek definite article derives from Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronouns. It developed from an earlier demonstrative pronoun in Ancient Greek.

G5231

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: hoo-per-TAH-toh

Translations: to the highest, to the supreme, to the most high

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'highest,' 'supreme,' or 'most high.' It is the superlative form of 'upper' or 'over.' In its dative case, as seen in 'ΥΠΕΡΤΑΤΩ,' it indicates 'to' or 'for' the highest/supreme entity or quality, often referring to God or a supreme authority.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine, Feminine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΑΝΩΤΑΤΟΣ, ΥΨΙΣΤΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΥΠΕΡΤΑΤΟΣ is derived from the preposition ΥΠΕΡ (hyper), meaning 'over' or 'above,' combined with the superlative suffix -τατος (-tatos). It signifies the highest degree of being above or superior.

G1722

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Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb

Sounds like: EN

Translations: in, on, among, by, with, at, into, to, for, toward, during, through, a, an

Notes: This word is a very common preposition in Koine Greek, meaning 'in', 'on', 'among', 'by', or 'with'. It is used to indicate location, time, or means. When used with the dative case, it typically means 'in', 'on', 'at', or 'among'. When used with the accusative case, it indicates motion 'into' or 'to' a place, or a purpose 'for' something. It can also function as an adverb meaning 'therein' or 'within'.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a preposition). Governs the dative or accusative case.

Synonyms: ΕΠΙ, ΠΡΟΣ, ΔΙΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *en, meaning 'in'. It is a very ancient and fundamental preposition.

G1722

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Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: en

Translations: in, on, among, with, by, at

Notes: This word is a common preposition in Koine Greek, primarily meaning 'in' or 'on'. It typically governs the dative case, indicating location, time, or means. Its precise translation can vary depending on the context, often conveying ideas like 'within,' 'among,' or 'by means of'.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a preposition, it governs cases but does not change its own form).

Etymology: The Koine Greek preposition 'ἘΝ' derives from the Proto-Indo-European root *en, meaning 'in' or 'into'. It has cognates in many other Indo-European languages, reflecting its ancient origin.

G3588

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Part of Speech: Definite Article, Pronoun, Interjection

Sounds like: OY

Translations: the, who, they, oh

Notes: ΟΙ is primarily the masculine plural nominative form of the definite article, meaning 'the'. It is used to specify a group of masculine nouns that are the subject of a sentence. It can also function as a demonstrative pronoun, meaning 'these' or 'they', referring to a group of people or things previously mentioned. Less commonly, it can be an interjection, similar to 'oh' or 'alas'.

Inflection: Masculine, Plural, Nominative

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, related to demonstrative pronouns and articles in other Indo-European languages.

G4368

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pros-teh-TAG-meh-noys

Translations: (to) those who have been commanded, (to) those who have been ordered, (to) those who have been appointed

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle, meaning 'having been commanded' or 'having been ordered'. It refers to individuals or things that have received a command or instruction. In a sentence, it would describe the recipients of an order or those who are subject to a decree.

Inflection: Perfect, Passive, Participle, Plural, Dative, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΕΝΤΕΛΛΟΜΑΙ, ΚΕΛΕΥΩ, ΔΙΑΤΑΣΣΩ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek πρός (pros, 'to, toward') and τάσσω (tassō, 'to arrange, to order'). It literally means 'to arrange towards' or 'to set in order for'.

G4160

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: poy-OON-tes

Translations: doing, making, performing, practicing, those who do, those who make

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'ποιέω' (poieō), meaning 'to do' or 'to make'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an ongoing action. In the provided context, it refers to 'those who are doing' or 'those who are making' something, often implying a continuous or habitual action.

Inflection: Present Active Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Plural

Synonyms: ΠΡΑΤΤΩ, ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ

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.

G3551

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: NO-mee-moys

Translations: lawful, legal, customary, proper, legitimate, (to) lawful things, (to) legal things, (to) customary things, (to) proper things, (to) legitimate things

Notes: This word describes something that is lawful, legal, customary, or in accordance with established practice or law. It can refer to things that are permitted by law or tradition, or actions that are considered proper and legitimate. In the provided context, it is used in the dative plural, indicating 'to/for lawful/customary things' or 'by/with lawful/customary things'.

Inflection: Plural, Dative, Masculine, Feminine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΕΝΝΟΜΟΣ, ΔΙΚΑΙΟΣ, ΚΑΝΟΝΙΚΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'ΝΟΜΙΜΟΣ' derives from the Greek word 'ΝΟΜΟΣ' (nomos), meaning 'law' or 'custom'. It describes something that pertains to or is in accordance with law or custom.

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.

G0190

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Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ah-koh-loo-THOON-tes

Translations: following, accompanying, attending, obeying

Notes: This word is a present active participle, meaning 'following' or 'accompanying'. It describes an ongoing action of following or going along with someone or something. It can also imply obedience or adherence to something, such as rules or customs. It is often used to describe disciples following a teacher, or people following a leader.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΕΠΟΜΕΝΟΙ, ΣΥΝΕΠΟΜΕΝΟΙ

Etymology: The word ἀκολουθέω is a compound word formed from the prefix ἀκόλουθος (akolouthos), meaning 'following' or 'attendant', and the verb ἔχω (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. It literally means 'having the same path' or 'going along with'.

G1245

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-ah-mar-TAH-noo-sin

Translations: they miss, they fail, they err, they sin

Notes: This word is a compound verb meaning 'to miss completely,' 'to fail entirely,' or 'to err greatly.' It implies a significant deviation from a target or standard, often with moral implications, leading to the meaning 'to sin.' It is used to describe actions where individuals fall short of what is expected or commanded.

Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, Third Person, Plural

Synonyms: ΑΜΑΡΤΑΝΩ, ΠΛΑΝΑΩ, ΑΠΟΤΥΓΧΑΝΩ

Etymology: The word is a compound of διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'completely,' and ἁμαρτάνω (hamartano), meaning 'to miss the mark' or 'to err.'

G2398

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: EE-dee-ahee

Translations: one's own, private, peculiar, special, a private, a peculiar

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'one's own' or 'private'. It is often used to emphasize possession or a unique characteristic belonging to someone or something. It can refer to a person's private affairs, property, or a distinctive quality. It is frequently used with a definite article to mean 'one's own' or 'his/her/its own'.

Inflection: Plural, Dative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΥ̓ΤΟΥ͂, ἙΑΥΤΟΥ͂

Etymology: The word ἸΔΙΟΣ (idios) is of uncertain origin, but it is thought to be related to the reflexive pronoun meaning 'self'. It emphasizes individuality and personal possession.

G2398

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: EE-dee-os

Translations: one's own, private, peculiar, proper, a private, a peculiar

Notes: This word describes something that belongs to or is characteristic of a particular person or thing, emphasizing ownership, privacy, or distinctiveness. It can be used to indicate something that is personal, private, or unique to an individual or group. It often implies a sense of belonging or a specific relationship.

Inflection: Nominative, Singular, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΥ̓ΤΟΥ͂, ἙΑΥΤΟΥ͂

Etymology: The word ἸΔΙΟΣ is of uncertain origin, but it is thought to be related to the reflexive pronoun and emphasizes individuality or distinctiveness.

G4367

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pros-TET-ak-tai

Translations: it has been commanded, it has been ordered, it has been appointed, it has been enjoined

Notes: This word is a verb in the perfect passive indicative, third person singular. It means 'it has been commanded' or 'it has been ordered'. It describes an action that was commanded in the past and whose result continues into the present. It is often used impersonally to indicate that an order or command has been issued by a higher authority.

Inflection: Perfect, Passive, Indicative, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΕΝΤΕΤΑΛΤΑΙ, ΚΕΛΕΥΣΤΑΙ

Etymology: The word προστάσσω (prostassō) is a compound word formed from the preposition πρός (pros), meaning 'to' or 'towards', and the verb τάσσω (tassō), meaning 'to arrange' or 'to order'. Thus, it literally means 'to arrange towards' or 'to set in order for', leading to the meaning 'to command' or 'to order'.

G1945

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-pee-KAYN-tai

Translations: lie upon, be laid upon, be imposed, press upon, be urgent, be incumbent upon

Notes: This word is a compound verb, formed from the preposition 'ἐπί' (upon, over) and the verb 'κεῖμαι' (to lie, to be laid). It describes something that is lying upon or placed over something else, often implying a burden, pressure, or obligation. It can also mean to be urgent or to press upon someone, as in a duty or a situation.

Inflection: Present, Indicative, Middle or Passive Voice, 3rd Person Plural

Synonyms: ΚΕΙΜΑΙ, ΕΠΙΤΙΘΗΜΙ, ΒΑΡΥΝΩ

Etymology: The word ΕΠΙΚΕΙΜΑΙ is a compound of the preposition ΕΠΙ (upon, over) and the verb ΚΕΙΜΑΙ (to lie, to be laid). ΚΕΙΜΑΙ itself comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to lie, to set down'.

G2993

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: LAH-ee-kos

Translations: lay, common, secular

Notes: This word refers to that which pertains to the common people, as distinct from those in a specialized or professional class, especially in a religious context, distinguishing the laity from the clergy. It describes something as ordinary, popular, or belonging to the general populace.

Inflection: Nominative, Singular, Masculine

Synonyms: ΚΟΙΝΟΣ, ΔΗΜΟΤΙΚΟΣ

Etymology: From the Greek word λαός (laos), meaning 'people' or 'multitude'. The suffix -ικός (-ikos) forms adjectives, indicating 'pertaining to' or 'belonging to'.

G0444

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: AN-throh-poss

Translations: man, a man, human being, a human being, person, a person

Notes: This word refers to a human being, encompassing both male and female individuals. It is used broadly to denote mankind in general, or a specific person, often in contrast to God or animals. It can be used in various contexts to refer to any member of the human race.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΝΗΡ, ΒΡΟΤΟΣ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἀνθρώπος (anthrōpos), its origin is uncertain but possibly related to ἀνήρ (anēr, 'man') and ὤψ (ōps, 'eye, face'), or from a pre-Greek substrate.

G2992

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: lah-ee-KOYS

Translations: lay, common, ordinary, a layperson, common people

Notes: This word refers to someone who is a 'layperson' or 'common' in contrast to someone who is a professional or a member of the clergy. It describes things or people belonging to the general populace, not specialized or sacred. It is often used to distinguish between the clergy and the laity in a religious context.

Inflection: Plural, Dative, Masculine or Feminine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΚΟΙΝΟΣ, ΔΗΜΟΤΙΚΟΣ

Etymology: From the Greek word λαός (laos), meaning 'people'.

G1210

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: DEH-deh-tai

Translations: is bound, has been bound, is tied, has been tied

Notes: This word is the third person singular, perfect passive indicative form of the verb 'δέω' (deō), meaning 'to bind' or 'to tie'. In this form, it indicates an action that has been completed in the past and whose results continue into the present. Therefore, it means 'it has been bound' or 'it is bound', emphasizing the current state resulting from a past action.

Inflection: Perfect, Indicative, Passive, 3rd Person Singular

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΔΕΩ, ΚΑΤΑΔΕΩ

Etymology: The word δέω (deō) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to tie' or 'to bind'.

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Clement’s First Letter, Chapter 40

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