Clement’s First Letter Chapter 41, Interlinear version from Clement of Rome (Beta)

Clement’s First Letter, Chapter 41

Interlinear version from Clement of Rome (Beta)

41:1
41:2
41:3
41:4

41:1

ΕΚΑΣΤΟΣ
- EKASTOS
- each-one
ΗΜΩΝ
- ĒMŌN
- of-us
ἈΔΕΛΦΟΙ
- ADELPHOI
- brothers
ἘΝ
- EN
- in
ΤΩ
- TŌ
- the
ἸΔΙΩ
- IDIŌ
- own
ΤΑΓΜΑΤΙ
- TAGMATI
- order
ΕΥ̓ΑΡΙΣΤΕΙΤΩ
- EUARISTEITŌ
- let-him-give-thanks
ΤΩ
- TŌ
- to-the
ΘΕΩ
- THEŌ
- God
ἘΝ
- EN
- in
ἈΓΑΘΗ
- AGATHĒ
- good
ΣΥΝΕΙΔΗΣΕΙ
- SYNEIDĒSEI
- conscience
ΥΠΑΡΧΩΝ
- YPARCHŌN
- being
ΜΗ
- MĒ
- not
ΠΑΡΕΚΒΑΙΝΩΝ
- PAREKBAINŌN
- going-beyond
ΤΟΝ
- TON
- the
ΩΡΙΣΜΕΝΟΝ
- ŌRISMENON
- appointed
ΤΗΣ
- TĒS
- of-the
ΛΕΙΤΟΥΡΓΙΑΣ
- LEITOURGIAS
- service
ΑΥ̓ΤΟΥ
- AUTOU
- of-him
ΚΑΝΟΝΑ
- KANONA
- rule
ἘΝ
- EN
- in
ΣΕΜΝΟΤΗΤΙ
- SEMNOTĒTI
- dignity

41:2

ΟΥ̓ΠΑΝΤΑΧΟΥ
- OUPANTACHOU
- not-everywhere
ἈΔΕΛΦΟΙ
- ADELPHOI
- brothers
ΠΡΟΣΦΕΡΟΝΤΑΙ
- PROSPHERONTAI
- are-offered
ΘΥΣΙΑΙ
- THYSIAI
- sacrifices
ἘΝΔΕΛΕΧΙΣΜΟΥ
- ENDELECHISMOU
- of-regular-offering
Ἠ
- Ē
- or
ΕΥ̓ΧΩΝ
- EUCHŌN
- of-vows
Ἠ
- Ē
- or
ΠΕΡΙ
- PERI
- concerning
ΑΜΑΡΤΙΑΣ
- AMARTIAS
- sin
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ΠΛΗΜΜΕΛΕΙΑ
- PLĒMMELEIA
- transgression
ἈΛΛ
- ALL
- but
Ἠ
- Ē
- only
ἘΝ
- EN
- in
ΙΕΡΟΥΣΑΛΗΜ
- IEROUSALĒM
- Jerusalem
ΜΟΝΗ
- MONĒ
- alone
ΚἈΚΕΙ
- KAKEI
- and-there
ΔΕ
- DE
- also
ΟΥ̓Κ
- OUK
- not
ἘΝ
- EN
- in
ΠΑΝΤΙ
- PANTI
- every
ΤΟΠΩ
- TOPŌ
- place
ΠΡΟΣΦΕΡΕΤΑΙ
- PROSPHERETAI
- is-offered
ἈΛΛ
- ALL
- but
ἘΜΠΡΟΣΘΕΝ
- EMPROSTHEN
- before
ΤΟΥ
- TOU
- of-the
ΝΑΟΥ
- NAOU
- temple
ΠΡΟΣ
- PROS
- toward
ΤΟ
- TO
- the
ΘΥΣΙΑΣΤΗΡΙΟΝ
- THYSIASTĒRION
- altar
ΜΩΜΟΣΚΟΠΗΘΕΝ
- MŌMOSKOPĒTHEN
- having-been-inspected-for-blemish
ΤΟ
- TO
- the
ΠΡΟΣΦΕΡΟΝΕΝΟΝ
- PROSPHERONENON
- one-being-offered
ΔΙΑ
- DIA
- through
ΤΟΥ
- TOU
- of-the
ἈΡΧΙΕΡΕΩΣ
- ARCHIEREŌS
- high-priest
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ΤΩΝ
- TŌN
- of-the
ΠΡΟΕΙΡΗΜΕΝΩΝ
- PROEIRĒMENŌN
- aforementioned
ΛΕΙΤΟΥΡΓΩΝ
- LEITOURGŌN
- servants

41:3

ΟΙ
- OI
- the-ones
ΟΥ̓Ν
- OUN
- therefore
ΠΑΡΑ
- PARA
- contrary-to
ΤΟ
- TO
- the
ΚΑΘΗΚΟΝ
- KATHĒKON
- fitting-thing
ΤΗΣ
- TĒS
- of-the
ΒΟΥΛΗΣΕΩΣ
- BOULĒSEŌS
- of-will
ΑΥ̓ΤΟΥ
- AUTOU
- of-him
ΠΟΙΟΥΝΤΕΣ
- POIOUNTES
- doing
ΤΙ
- TI
- something
ΘΑΝΑΤΟΝ
- THANATON
- death
ΤΟ
- TO
- the
ΠΡΟΣΤΙΜΟΝ
- PROSTIMON
- penalty
ἘΧΟΥΣΙΝ
- ECHOUSIN
- they-have

41:4

ΟΡΑΤΕ
- ORATE
- see
ἈΔΕΛΦΟΙ
- ADELPHOI
- brothers
ΟΣΩ
- OSŌ
- by-how-much
ΠΛΕΙΟΝΟΣ
- PLEIONOS
- more
ΚΑΤΗΞΙΩΘΗΜΕΝ
- KATĒXIŌTHĒMEN
- we-were-deemed-worthy
ΓΝΩΣΕΩΣ
- GNŌSEŌS
- of-knowledge
ΤΟΣΟΥΤΩ
- TOSOUTŌ
- by-so-much
ΜΑΛΛΟΝ
- MALLON
- more
ΥΠΟΚΕΙΜΕΘΑ
- YPOKEIMETHA
- we-are-subject
ΚΙΝΔΥΝΩ
- KINDYNŌ
- to-danger

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.

G2168

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: yoo-khah-ris-TEH-toh

Translations: let him give thanks, he should give thanks, let him be thankful, he should be thankful

Notes: This word means to give thanks, be thankful, or express gratitude. It is used to command or exhort someone to offer thanks, often to God. It implies a sense of appreciation and acknowledgment of a benefit received.

Inflection: Third Person, Singular, Present, Active, Imperative

Synonyms: ΕΥ̓ΛΟΓΕΩ, ΑἸΝΕΩ, ΔΟΞΑΖΩ

Etymology: The word Εὐχαριστέω (eucharisteō) is a compound of εὖ (eu), meaning 'well' or 'good', and χαρίζομαι (charizomai), meaning 'to show favor' or 'to give freely'. It literally means 'to show good favor' or 'to be grateful'.

G0018

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-ga-THEH

Translations: good, a good thing, virtuous, useful, excellent

Notes: This word describes something as good, virtuous, or excellent in nature or quality. It can refer to moral goodness, usefulness, or general excellence. As an adjective, it modifies a noun, agreeing with it in gender, number, and case. This specific form is the feminine singular nominative case.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΚΑΛΟΣ, ΧΡΗΣΤΟΣ

Etymology: The word Ἀγαθός (agathos) is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek. It has been used since ancient Greek times to denote inherent goodness or excellence.

G3361

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Part of Speech: Particle, Adverb

Sounds like: MAY

Translations: not, lest, no, do not

Notes: ΜΗ is a negative particle used in Koine Greek to express a subjective negation. It is typically used with non-indicative moods (like the subjunctive, imperative, infinitive, or participle) to express prohibition, a condition, or a denial of something that is wished for or imagined. For example, it is used in commands like 'do not do this' or in clauses expressing fear or purpose, such as 'lest something happen'. It contrasts with 'οὐ' (ou), which negates objective facts.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: The word ΜΗ comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is an ancient negative particle that has been present in various forms across Indo-European languages.

G3928

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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: par-ek-BAH-ee-nohn

Translations: going aside, turning aside, deviating, transgressing, departing, swerving

Notes: This word is a present active participle, meaning 'going aside' or 'deviating'. It describes an action of moving away from a path, rule, or standard. It can be used to describe someone who is transgressing or departing from what is expected or commanded. It is a compound word formed from 'παρά' (para, beside/beyond), 'ἐκ' (ek, out of), and 'βαίνω' (bainō, to go).

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine, Present, Active, Participle

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΒΑΙΝΩ, ΕΚΒΑΙΝΩ, ΠΑΡΑΒΑΙΝΩ

Etymology: The verb παρεκβαίνω (parekbainō) is a compound of παρά (para, 'beside, beyond'), ἐκ (ek, 'out of'), and βαίνω (bainō, 'to go'). It literally means 'to go out beside' or 'to go beyond', leading to the sense of deviating or transgressing.

G3724

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Part of Speech: Adjective, Participle

Sounds like: oh-ree-SMEH-non

Translations: appointed, determined, fixed, defined, designated, a fixed thing, a determined thing

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle, meaning 'having been appointed' or 'having been determined'. It describes something that has been set, fixed, or designated by a prior action. It is often used to refer to a specific time, place, or purpose that has been established.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative, Perfect Passive Participle

Synonyms: ΤΕΤΑΓΜΕΝΟΝ, ΔΙΩΡΙΣΜΕΝΟΝ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ὅρος (horos, “boundary, limit”), from Proto-Indo-European *h₃er- (“to set, to establish”). The verb means 'to define, to determine, to appoint'.

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.

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

G4587

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: sem-NO-tee-tee

Translations: (to) dignity, (to) reverence, (to) seriousness, (to) gravity, (to) honor, (to) majesty

Notes: This word refers to the quality of being serious, dignified, or venerable. It implies a sense of gravity, respectability, and honor. It is often used in contexts describing proper conduct or the esteemed nature of something or someone. As a dative case, it indicates the recipient or indirect object of an action, often translated with 'to' or 'for'.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΕΒΑΣΜΟΣ, ΤΙΜΗ, ΑΞΙΩΜΑ

G1784

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: en-de-le-KHIS-moo

Translations: of continuity, of permanence, of regularity, of daily offering, of continual offering

Notes: This word refers to the state or act of being continuous, permanent, or regular. In a religious context, it often denotes a 'continual' or 'daily' offering or sacrifice, particularly in the Septuagint (the Greek Old Testament) where it translates the Hebrew 'tamid'. It describes something that happens without interruption or at regular intervals.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΔΙΑΠΑΝΤΟΣ, ΣΥΝΕΧΕΙΑ

Etymology: The word ἘΝΔΕΛΕΧΙΣΜΟΣ (endelechismos) comes from the Greek word ἘΝΔΕΛΕΧΗΣ (endeleches), meaning 'continuous' or 'perpetual'. This in turn is derived from 'en' (in) and 'delechēs' (from 'dechesthai', to receive, or 'dechein', to hold), suggesting holding on or continuing without interruption.

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.

G4012

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Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: PEH-ree

Translations: about, concerning, around, for, on behalf of, with respect to, at, near

Notes: This word is a preposition that can take either the genitive or accusative case, and its meaning changes depending on the case of the noun it governs. When used with the genitive case, it typically means 'about', 'concerning', 'for', or 'on behalf of'. When used with the accusative case, it usually indicates spatial 'around', 'about' (in the sense of movement or position), 'at', or 'near'. It can also be used as a prefix in compound words, adding a sense of 'around' or 'excessive'.

Inflection: Governs Genitive or Accusative case; Does not inflect itself

Synonyms: ΥΠΕΡ, ΑΜΦΙ, ΕΠΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *peri, meaning 'around, about'. It is cognate with English 'peri-' (as in 'perimeter') and Latin 'per'.

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.

G4139

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: play-MEL-ee-ah

Translations: error, fault, transgression, offense, a fault, an error, an offense

Notes: This word refers to a deviation from what is right or proper, an error, or a transgression. It implies a fault or an offense against a standard or law. It is often used in a moral or ethical sense to describe a sin or wrongdoing.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΜΑΡΤΙΑ, ΑΝΟΜΙΑ, ΠΑΡΑΠΤΩΜΑ

Etymology: The word is derived from the Greek words πλήν (plēn, 'except, besides') and μέλος (melos, 'a limb, a song, a melody'). It originally referred to a false note in music, a discord, or a deviation from the correct tune. Over time, its meaning broadened to encompass any kind of error, fault, or transgression.

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.

G2419

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Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ee-eh-roo-sa-LEEM

Translations: Jerusalem

Notes: This is the name of the ancient city of Jerusalem, a significant city in the history of Judaism and Christianity. It is often referred to as the Holy City and is central to many biblical narratives. As a proper noun, it functions as the subject or object in a sentence, referring specifically to this particular city.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: The name 'Jerusalem' is of Semitic origin, likely meaning 'foundation of Shalem' or 'city of peace'. It is derived from ancient Hebrew roots and has been known by various names throughout history, but Jerusalem is its most enduring form.

G3438

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: MOH-nay

Translations: abode, dwelling place, mansion, room, a dwelling place

Notes: This word refers to a dwelling place, a residence, or a temporary lodging. It can also denote a stopping place or a stage on a journey. In a theological context, it is famously used to describe the 'mansions' or 'rooms' in the Father's house, signifying a permanent dwelling or resting place.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΙΑ, ΚΑΤΑΛΥΜΑ, ΤΟΠΟΣ

Etymology: From the verb μένω (menō), meaning 'to remain' or 'to abide'. It refers to a place where one remains or dwells.

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.

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.

G1715

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Part of Speech: Adverb, Preposition

Sounds like: em-PROS-then

Translations: before, in front, in front of, in the presence of, ahead, formerly, previously

Notes: This word functions as both an adverb and a preposition. As an adverb, it means 'before' or 'in front,' indicating a position or time. As a preposition, it means 'in front of' or 'in the presence of,' typically taking the genitive case. It can also refer to something that happened 'formerly' or 'previously.'

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΡΟ, ΕΝΑΝΤΙΟΝ, ΚΑΤΕΝΑΝΤΙ

Etymology: From the preposition ἐν (en, 'in') and the adverbial form of πρός (pros, 'to, toward'). It literally means 'in front of' or 'in the direction of'.

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.

G3485

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: NAH-oo

Translations: of a temple, of the temple, to a temple, to the temple, temples

Notes: This word refers to a temple or a sanctuary, specifically the inner part of a temple where the deity was worshipped. It can also refer to the entire sacred edifice. In the provided examples, it appears in the genitive singular (of the temple) and the nominative/accusative plural (temples).

Inflection: Singular, Genitive or Dative; or Plural, Nominative, Accusative, or Vocative; Masculine

Synonyms: ΙΕΡΟΝ, ΝΕΩΣ

Etymology: The word ΝΑΟΣ (naos) is of uncertain origin, possibly from a root meaning 'to dwell' or 'to inhabit'. It refers to a dwelling place, particularly of a god.

G4314

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Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: PROSS

Translations: to, toward, with, against, for, at, near, by, in relation to

Notes: This is a common and versatile preposition in Koine Greek. It indicates direction, relation, or purpose, and its precise meaning often depends on the case of the noun it governs. For example, with the accusative case, it typically means 'to' or 'toward' (indicating motion or direction), 'against' (indicating opposition), or 'in relation to'. With the genitive case, it can mean 'from' (indicating origin or source) or 'in the presence of'. With the dative case, it can mean 'at' or 'near' (indicating proximity). It is used to express a wide range of relationships between actions, objects, and people.

Inflection: Does not inflect, but governs various cases (accusative, genitive, dative).

Synonyms: ΕΙΣ, ΕΠΙ, ΠΑΡΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'forward, toward'. It is related to other words indicating movement or direction.

G3588

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Part of Speech: Definite Article

Sounds like: toh

Translations: the

Notes: ΤΟ is the neuter singular form of the definite article 'the' in Koine Greek. It is used to specify a noun, much like 'the' in English. It can function as both the subject (nominative case) or the direct object (accusative case) of a sentence when referring to a neuter singular noun.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Etymology: The Greek definite article, including ΤΟ, derives from Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronouns. Its forms developed to agree in gender, number, and case with the nouns they modify.

G2379

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: thoo-see-as-TEE-ree-on

Translations: altar, an altar

Notes: This word refers to an altar, a raised structure or place on which sacrifices or offerings are made to a deity. It is typically used in religious contexts to denote the sacred place where rituals involving offerings take place.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Etymology: The word "ΘΥΣΙΑΣΤΗΡΙΟΝ" (thysiastērion) is derived from "θυσιάζω" (thysiazō), meaning 'to sacrifice', which in turn comes from "θυσία" (thysia), meaning 'sacrifice' or 'offering'. It literally means 'place of sacrifice'.

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Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: MOH-moh-skoh-PEE-then

Translations: having been blamed, having been found fault with, having been criticized, having been examined for faults

Notes: This is a compound word formed from 'μῶμος' (blame, blemish) and 'σκοπέω' (to look at, observe). It describes something that has been observed or examined with the intent of finding fault or blame. It implies a critical inspection or scrutiny that results in the identification of imperfections.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Participle, Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative

G4374

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Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: pros-FEH-roh-nen-on

Translations: offering, bringing, presenting, yielding, providing

Notes: This word is a present active participle of the verb 'προσφέρω' (prospherō), meaning 'to bring to, offer, present'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that is ongoing. It is a compound word formed from 'πρός' (pros), meaning 'to' or 'towards', and 'φέρω' (pherō), meaning 'to bear' or 'to carry'. It describes someone or something that is in the act of bringing, offering, or presenting something.

Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Nominative, Accusative, or Vocative, Neuter, Singular

Synonyms: ΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΦΕΡΩ, ΠΑΡΕΧΩ

Etymology: The verb 'προσφέρω' (prospherō) is a compound of the preposition 'πρός' (pros), meaning 'to, toward, with', and the verb 'φέρω' (pherō), meaning 'to bear, carry, bring'. Its etymology traces back to Proto-Indo-European roots related to carrying or bringing.

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'.

G0749

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ar-khee-eh-REH-ohs

Translations: (of) high priest, (of) chief priest

Notes: This is a compound noun, meaning 'high priest' or 'chief priest'. It refers to the principal priest, often the head of the priestly order, who held significant religious and sometimes political authority. It is used to indicate possession or origin, such as 'belonging to the high priest' or 'from the high priest'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΙΕΡΕΥΣ, ΠΡΩΤΟΣ

Etymology: The word ἀρχιερεύς (archiereus) is a compound of ἀρχι- (archi-), meaning 'chief' or 'first', and ἱερεύς (hiereus), meaning 'priest'. It literally means 'chief priest'.

G4280

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Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: pro-ee-ray-MEH-non

Translations: of the aforementioned, of the aforesaid, of the previously mentioned, of the things said before

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle, meaning 'having been said beforehand' or 'previously mentioned'. It is used to refer to things, statements, or people that have already been spoken about or referred to earlier in the text or conversation. It functions like an adjective or a noun, often translated as 'the aforementioned' or 'the aforesaid'.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Neuter

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΛΕΛΕΓΜΕΝΩΝ, ΠΡΟΓΕΓΡΑΜΜΕΝΩΝ

G3008

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Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: lay-too-oor-GOHN

Translations: ministering, serving, performing public service, officiating

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'λειτουργέω' (leitourgeō), meaning 'to minister' or 'to serve'. In its given form, 'λειτουργῶν' (leitourgōn), it can function as a descriptive adjective or a substantive, referring to those who are actively engaged in service, often in a public or religious capacity. It describes an ongoing action of ministering or serving.

Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Masculine or Neuter, Genitive Plural; or Masculine or Neuter, Nominative Singular

Synonyms: ΔΙΑΚΟΝΩΝ, ΥΠΗΡΕΤΩΝ, ΔΟΥΛΕΥΩΝ

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.

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'.

G3844

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Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: pah-RAH

Translations: from, by, with, beside, at, near, alongside, to

Notes: This word is a common preposition in Koine Greek. Its meaning changes depending on the case of the noun it governs. With the genitive case, it typically means 'from' or 'from beside', indicating origin or agency. With the dative case, it means 'with', 'beside', or 'at', indicating proximity or presence. With the accusative case, it means 'alongside', 'to', or 'past', indicating motion towards or along something.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΕΠΙ, ΥΠΟ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'beside', 'alongside'. It is cognate with English 'for' and 'from'.

G2520

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Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective

Sounds like: ka-THEE-kon

Translations: duty, what is fitting, proper, becoming, appropriate, a duty, what is due

Notes: This word refers to what is proper, fitting, or appropriate, often in the sense of a moral obligation or duty. It describes actions or behaviors that are suitable or incumbent upon someone. It can function as a noun meaning 'duty' or 'what is fitting', or as an adjective meaning 'fitting' or 'proper'.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΠΡΕΠΟΝ, ΔΙΚΑΙΟΝ, ΟΦΕΙΛΟΜΕΝΟΝ

Etymology: The word is derived from the verb καθήκω (kathēkō), meaning 'to come down to', 'to reach', and by extension, 'to be fitting' or 'to be proper'. It is a compound of κατά (kata, 'down') and ἥκω (hēkō, 'to have come', 'to be present').

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

G5101

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Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: TEE

Translations: what, why, what kind of, how much, something, anything, a certain thing

Notes: This word is the neuter singular form of the interrogative/indefinite pronoun 'τίς'. It can be used to ask 'what?' or 'why?', or to refer to 'something' or 'anything' in an indefinite sense. When used as an adjective, it means 'what kind of' or 'how much'.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Etymology: The word 'ΤΙ' originates from Proto-Indo-European, serving as the neuter singular form of the interrogative/indefinite pronoun.

G4349

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pros-TEE-mon

Translations: penalty, a penalty, fine, a fine, punishment, a punishment

Notes: This word refers to a penalty, fine, or punishment imposed for an offense or transgression. It is typically used in legal or ethical contexts to denote the consequence of breaking a rule or law.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΤΙΜΩΡΙΑ, ΖΗΜΙΑ

Etymology: The word is derived from the verb προστιμάω (prostimáō), meaning 'to honor in addition' or 'to impose a penalty'. It combines πρός (pros), meaning 'to, toward, in addition', and τιμάω (timáō), meaning 'to honor, to value'. Over time, it came to signify a penalty or fine.

G3745

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: OH-soh

Translations: as much as, as many as, how much, how many, whatsoever, whosoever, all that, (to) as much as, (to) as many as

Notes: This word is a relative adjective, indicating quantity or extent. It means 'as much as' or 'as many as' and is used to refer to a quantity or number that is equal to or corresponds with another. It can also be translated as 'whatsoever' or 'whosoever' when referring to an indefinite amount or group. It is often used in a dative construction to indicate 'to' or 'for' a certain amount or number.

Inflection: Dative, Singular, Neuter; or Dative, Plural, Masculine, Feminine, or Neuter

Synonyms: ΟΣΟΙ, ΟΣΑ

G4119

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: PLAY-oh-nos

Translations: of more, of much, of many, of a greater, of a larger

Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of the comparative adjective 'πλείων' (pleion), meaning 'more' or 'greater'. It is used to indicate a quantity or degree that is larger than something else. In a sentence, it would typically modify a noun, indicating that the noun possesses 'more' or 'a greater amount' of something. For example, 'of more time' or 'of a greater number'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine, Feminine, or Neuter

Synonyms: ΜΕΙΖΟΝΟΣ, ΠΕΡΙΣΣΟΤΕΡΟΥ

G2661

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tah-xee-OH-thay-men

Translations: we were counted worthy, we were deemed worthy, we were thought worthy

Notes: This word is the first person plural, aorist passive indicative form of the verb "καταξιόω" (kataxioō). It means "to count worthy," "to deem worthy," or "to consider worthy." In this form, it indicates that a group (we) was considered or deemed worthy of something by someone else. It is often used to express being found deserving of a particular honor, privilege, or status.

Inflection: First Person Plural, Aorist, Passive, Indicative

Synonyms: ΑΞΙΟΩ, ΗΓΕΟΜΑΙ

G5118

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: toh-SOO-toh

Translations: to/for so much, to/for so great, to/for so many, by so much, by so great, by so many

Notes: This word is an adjective that indicates quantity or degree, meaning 'so much,' 'so great,' or 'so many.' It is used to emphasize the extent or magnitude of something. In this dative singular form, it often conveys 'to/for so much/great/many' or 'by so much/great/many,' indicating the measure or degree by which something is affected or compared.

Inflection: Dative, Singular, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΤΟΣΟΣ, ΤΗΛΙΚΟΥΤΟΣ

G3123

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Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: MAHL-lon

Translations: more, rather, much more, especially

Notes: This word is a comparative adverb meaning 'more' or 'rather'. It is used to indicate a preference, a greater degree, or an intensification of something. It often appears in contexts where a comparison is being made, suggesting that one thing is true to a greater extent than another, or that one action is preferred over another. For example, it can mean 'more' in terms of quantity or intensity, or 'rather' when expressing a choice or preference.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΛΕΟΝ, ΜΑΛΙΣΤΑ

Etymology: ΜΑΛΛΟΝ is a comparative adverb derived from an obsolete positive form related to the concept of 'much' or 'very'. It functions as the comparative degree of this implied positive.

G5259

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: hoo-po-KEE-meh-tha

Translations: we are subject, we are submitted, we are exposed, we are laid under

Notes: This word is a compound verb meaning 'to lie under', 'to be subject to', or 'to be exposed to'. It describes a state of being placed or situated beneath something, either literally or figuratively, implying submission, subjection, or vulnerability to an external force or condition. It is often used to describe being under the authority of someone or something, or being exposed to a particular risk or situation.

Inflection: First Person Plural, Present Indicative, Middle/Passive Voice

Synonyms: ΥΠΟΤΑΣΣΩ, ΥΠΕΙΚΩ, ΥΠΟΠΙΠΤΩ

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