Clement’s First Letter Chapter 42, Interlinear version from Clement of Rome (Beta)

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.

G2097

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: yoo-ang-geh-lee-STHEH-san

Translations: they were evangelized, they were preached to, they received good news, they were announced good news

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to be evangelized' or 'to have good news preached to them'. It is a compound word formed from 'εὖ' (eu), meaning 'good' or 'well', and 'ἀγγελίζω' (angelizo), meaning 'to announce' or 'to proclaim'. Thus, it literally means 'to announce good news'. In this form, it indicates that the action of receiving good news or being evangelized happened in the past and the subjects were the recipients of this action.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Passive, 3rd Person Plural

Synonyms: ΚΗΡΥΣΣΩ, ΔΙΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ, ἈΝΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ

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.

G2962

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KOO-ree-OO

Translations: of Lord, of the Lord, of God, of the Master

Notes: This word refers to a lord, master, or owner. In religious contexts, particularly in the Septuagint and New Testament, it is frequently used to refer to God or Jesus Christ, often as a title of reverence and authority. It can be used in sentences like 'the house of the Lord' or 'the word of the Lord'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΘΕΟΣ, ΔΕΣΠΟΤΗΣ

Etymology: The word ΚΥΡΙΟΣ (kyrios) derives from the root κῦρος (kyros), meaning 'power, authority'. It originally referred to someone who possessed authority or control, such as a master or owner, and later evolved to be used as a title for deities or rulers.

G5547

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: khri-STOO

Translations: of Christ, of the Anointed One, of the Messiah

Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of 'ΧΡΙΣΤΟΣ' (Christos), meaning 'Anointed One' or 'Messiah'. It refers to the one chosen and consecrated by God, particularly Jesus. As a genitive case, 'ΧΡΙΣΤΟΥ' indicates possession, origin, or relationship, often translated as 'of Christ' or 'belonging to Christ'. It can be used to describe something that pertains to Christ or is from Christ.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΜΕΣΣΙΑΣ, ΕΚΛΕΚΤΟΣ

G2424

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Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ee-ay-SOOS

Translations: Jesus, Joshua

Notes: This is a proper name, transliterated from the Hebrew name Yeshua or Yehoshua. It refers to the central figure of Christianity, Jesus Christ, or to Joshua, the successor of Moses in the Old Testament. It is used to identify a specific individual.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative

Etymology: The Koine Greek name Ἰησοῦς (Iēsous) is a transliteration of the Hebrew name יְהוֹשֻׁעַ (Yehoshua), meaning 'Yahweh is salvation' or 'Yahweh saves'. It is also related to the shorter form יֵשׁוּעַ (Yeshua).

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'.

G5547

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Part of Speech: Proper Noun, Noun

Sounds like: khree-STOSS

Translations: Christ, Anointed One, Messiah, a Christ, an Anointed One

Notes: This word refers to the 'Anointed One' or 'Messiah'. In the New Testament, it is predominantly used as a title for Jesus, identifying him as the promised Messiah. It can also be used more generally to refer to anyone who has been anointed, such as a king or priest.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΜΕΣΣΙΑΣ

Etymology: From the Koine Greek verb χρίω (chriō), meaning 'to anoint'. The noun form refers to someone who has been anointed, typically for a special office or purpose.

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'.

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.

G1096

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-GEH-non-toh

Translations: they became, they were, they came to be, they happened, they arose

Notes: This word is a past tense form of the verb 'to become' or 'to be'. It describes an action that occurred in the past, indicating a change of state, an event happening, or the coming into existence of something. It is often used to describe what happened or what came about.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Middle Voice, 3rd Person Plural

Synonyms: ΕΙΜΙ, ΥΠΑΡΧΩ, ΓΕΝΝΑΩ

Etymology: The word ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ comes from an ancient Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to come into being' or 'to be born'. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages that convey similar concepts of becoming or originating.

G0297

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: am-FOH-teh-rah

Translations: both

Notes: This word means 'both' and refers to two things or two groups. It is a compound word formed from 'ἀμφί' (on both sides, around) and 'ἕτερος' (other, different). It is used to indicate that something applies to or includes two distinct entities or categories. For example, it can be used to say 'both hands' or 'both sides'.

Inflection: Neuter, Plural, Nominative or Accusative

Etymology: The word ἈΜΦΟΤΕΡΟΣ is derived from the Greek preposition ἀμφί (amphi), meaning 'on both sides' or 'around', and ἕτερος (heteros), meaning 'other' or 'different'. It literally means 'both of two'.

G2156

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Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: yoo-TAH-koss

Translations: orderly, in an orderly manner, properly, decently

Notes: This word describes an action or state that is done in a well-arranged, orderly, or proper manner. It implies a sense of decorum and appropriateness, often in contrast to confusion or disorder. It is used to indicate that something is done according to a set rule or established custom.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΚΑΛΩΣ, ΕΥ̓ΣΧΗΜΟΝΩΣ

Etymology: The word ΕΥ̓ΤΑΚΩΣ is derived from the adjective ΕΥ̓ΤΑΚΤΟΣ (eutaktos), meaning 'orderly, well-arranged'. This adjective is a compound of ΕΥ̓ (eu), meaning 'well', and ΤΑΚΤΟΣ (taktos), meaning 'arranged' or 'ordered', which comes from ΤΆΣΣΩ (tassō), 'to arrange, to put in order'.

G3852

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pa-rang-geh-LEE-as

Translations: of command, of instruction, of order, of charge, of a command, of an instruction, of an order, of a charge

Notes: This word refers to a command, instruction, or order given by an authority. It is a compound word derived from 'παρά' (para), meaning 'from beside' or 'alongside', and 'ἀγγελία' (angelia), meaning 'message' or 'announcement'. It is used to denote a specific directive or mandate that is to be followed.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΕΝΤΟΛΗ, ΠΡΟΣΤΑΓΜΑ, ΔΙΑΤΑΓΗ

G2983

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Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: lah-BON-tes

Translations: taking, having taken, receiving, having received, seizing, having seized

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle of the verb 'λαμβάνω' (lambanō), meaning 'to take' or 'to receive'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has already occurred or is completed. It often conveys the sense of 'having taken' or 'having received' and can be used to introduce a subordinate clause, indicating the circumstances or cause of the main action. For example, 'having taken the letter, they did not hurry'.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Plural

Synonyms: ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΟΜΙΖΩ, ΑΙΡΕΩ

G4135

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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: play-roh-foh-ray-THEN-tes

Translations: having been fully assured, having been fully convinced, having been fully persuaded, having been fully informed

Notes: This word describes the state of being completely convinced, assured, or fully informed about something. It implies a deep and settled conviction, often as a result of thorough investigation or evidence. It is used to indicate that someone has reached a state of full certainty or understanding.

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

Synonyms: ΠΕΙΘΩ, ΒΕΒΑΙΟΩ, ΠΙΣΤΟΩ

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'.

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.

G4102

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Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: pis-toh-THEN-tes

Translations: having been made faithful, having been assured, having been confirmed, having been entrusted

Notes: This word describes a state of having been made faithful, assured, or confirmed by an external agent. It implies a passive reception of faith or assurance. It can be used to describe individuals who have been established in belief or entrusted with something.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Participle, Nominative or Accusative, Masculine or Feminine, Plural

Synonyms: ΒΕΒΑΙΩΘΕΝΤΕΣ, ΠΕΠΟΙΘΟΤΕΣ

Etymology: The word ΠΙΣΤΟΩ (pistoo) comes from ΠΙΣΤΟΣ (pistos), meaning 'faithful' or 'trustworthy'. It signifies the act of making something or someone faithful or trustworthy.

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.

G3056

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: LO-go

Translations: (to) word, (to) reason, (to) account, (to) saying, (to) message, (to) speech, (to) matter, (to) thing, by word, by reason, by account, by saying, by message, by speech, by matter, by thing

Notes: This word is the dative singular form of the noun 'ΛΟΓΟΣ' (logos). 'ΛΟΓΟΣ' is a fundamental term in Greek, meaning 'word,' 'reason,' 'account,' 'speech,' or 'message.' In its dative form 'ΛΟΓΩ,' it often indicates the indirect object of an action, the means or instrument by which something is done, or the cause or reason for something. It can be translated with prepositions like 'to,' 'for,' 'by,' or 'with,' depending on the context.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΡΗΜΑ, ΜΥΘΟΣ, ΕΠΟΣ

G3326

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Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb

Sounds like: MEH-tah

Translations: with, among, after, behind, afterward, besides

Notes: ΜΕΤΑ is a versatile word that functions as both a preposition and an adverb. As a preposition, its meaning depends on the case of the noun it governs: when followed by a genitive noun, it means 'with' or 'among', indicating association or presence; when followed by an accusative noun, it means 'after' or 'behind', indicating sequence or pursuit. As an adverb, it typically means 'afterward' or 'besides'. It is a very common word in Koine Greek.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΣΥΝ, ΟΠΙΣΩ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *met- 'in the middle, among, with'. It is cognate with English 'mid' and 'middle'.

G1831

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ex-EHL-thon

Translations: they went out, they came out, they departed, they went forth, they came forth

Notes: This word is the third person plural, aorist indicative active form of the verb "exerchomai," meaning "to go out" or "to come out." It describes an action of moving from an inside location to an outside one, or departing from a place. It can refer to people, animals, or even abstract concepts like spirits or words emerging.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΕΚΒΑΙΝΩ, ΕΚΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word ΕΞΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ (exerchomai) is a compound verb formed from the preposition ΕΚ (ek), meaning "out of" or "from," and the verb ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ (erchomai), meaning "to come" or "to go." Thus, its etymological meaning is literally "to come/go out from."

G2097

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: yoo-ang-ghel-ee-ZOH-men-oy

Translations: preaching the gospel, proclaiming good news, evangelizing, announcing good news

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'εὐαγγελίζω', meaning 'to evangelize' or 'to proclaim good news'. It is a compound word formed from 'εὐ' (eu), meaning 'good', and 'ἀγγέλλω' (angello), meaning 'to announce' or 'to bring a message'. Therefore, it literally means 'to bring good news'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing someone who is in the act of proclaiming good news.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Plural

Synonyms: ΚΗΡΥΣΣΩ, ἈΝΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ, ΔΙΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ

G3588

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Part of Speech: Definite Article

Sounds like: TANE

Translations: the

Notes: ΤΗΝ is the feminine singular accusative form of the definite article 'the'. It is used to specify a noun that is feminine in gender, singular in number, and in the accusative case, indicating it is the direct object of a verb or the object of certain prepositions. For example, it would be used before a feminine singular noun like 'πόλιν' (city) when 'city' is the direct object.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Etymology: The Koine Greek definite article derives from Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronouns. It evolved from an earlier demonstrative particle, becoming a grammatical marker for definiteness.

G3195

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: MEL-line

Translations: to be about to, to intend to, to be destined to, to delay, to hesitate

Notes: This word is the present active infinitive form of the verb μέλλω. It is commonly used with an infinitive to express an action that is imminent, intended, or destined to happen. It can also indicate a delay or hesitation in doing something. For example, it might be used to say 'he is about to go' or 'they intend to speak'.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΕΘΕΛΩ, ΒΟΥΛΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *melh₂- 'to grind, crush'. The meaning evolved to 'to be about to' or 'to delay', possibly through the idea of 'grinding to a halt' or 'being on the verge of something'.

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.

G5561

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KHO-ras

Translations: of a country, of a region, of a land, of a place, of the country, of the region, of the land, of the place, countries, regions, lands, places

Notes: This word refers to a country, region, land, or place. It is often used to denote a specific geographical area or territory. In its genitive singular form, it indicates possession or origin, such as 'of a country' or 'from a region'. It can also function as the nominative or accusative plural, meaning 'countries' or 'regions'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine; or Plural, Nominative or Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΤΟΠΟΣ, ΓΗ

G2784

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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: kay-ROOS-son-tes

Translations: proclaiming, preaching, heralding, announcing

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'κηρύσσω' (kēryssō), meaning 'to proclaim' or 'to preach'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action performed by someone or something. It indicates an ongoing or continuous action of proclaiming or announcing, often publicly and with authority, such as preaching the gospel or making a public declaration.

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

Synonyms: ΕΥΑΓΓΕΛΙΖΩ, ΔΙΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ, ΑΝΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ

Etymology: The word 'κηρύσσω' (kēryssō) comes from 'κῆρυξ' (kēryx), meaning 'herald' or 'messenger'. It refers to the action of a herald, who would publicly announce messages or decrees.

G2525

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-this-TAH-non

Translations: they were appointing, they were setting, they were establishing, they were ordaining

Notes: This word is an inflected form of the verb 'kathistēmi', meaning to set down, appoint, or establish. In this form, it describes an ongoing or repeated action in the past, indicating that 'they' (a group of people) were in the process of appointing, setting, or establishing something or someone. It is often used in contexts of leadership, authority, or organization.

Inflection: Imperfect, Indicative, Active, 3rd Person, Plural

Synonyms: ΤΙΘΗΜΙ, ΤΑΣΣΩ, ΧΕΙΡΟΤΟΝΕΩ

G1381

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: doh-kee-MAH-san-tes

Translations: having tested, having approved, having discerned, having proved

Notes: This word is a participle, meaning 'having tested' or 'having approved'. It describes an action completed before the main verb. It is used to indicate that someone has put something to the test and found it to be acceptable or true. The word provided, "ΚΟΚΙΜΑΣΑΝΤΕΣ", appears to be a misspelling of "ΔΟΚΙΜΑΣΑΝΤΕΣ".

Inflection: Aorist Active Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Plural

Synonyms: ΠΕΙΡΑΖΩ, ΕΞΕΤΑΖΩ

Etymology: From δόκιμος (dokimos, "tested, approved"), from δέχομαι (dechomai, "to receive, accept").

G4151

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PNEV-mah-tee

Translations: (to) spirit, (to) a spirit, (to) wind, (to) a wind, (to) breath, (to) a breath, (to) the Spirit, (to) Holy Spirit, (to) mind, (to) disposition

Notes: This word refers to spirit, wind, or breath. In a theological context, it often refers to the Holy Spirit. It can also denote a person's inner disposition or mind. As a dative case, it indicates the indirect object of an action, meaning 'to' or 'for' the spirit/wind/breath, or the instrument by which something is done, meaning 'by' or 'with' the spirit/wind/breath.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΨΥΧΗ, ΑΝΕΜΟΣ

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'.

G3195

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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: MEL-lon-TON

Translations: (of) those about to, (of) future (things/people), (of) those going to, (of) those intending to

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'μέλλω' (mellō), which means 'to be about to', 'to intend to', or 'to be destined to'. As a participle, it describes someone or something that is on the verge of doing something or that pertains to the future. It often indicates an imminent action or a future state.

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

Synonyms: ΕΤΟΙΜΩΝ, ΜΕΛΛΟΝΤΕΣ, ΜΕΛΛΟΥΣΩΝ

G4100

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pis-TEH-oo-een

Translations: to believe, to trust, to have faith, to be convinced

Notes: This word means to believe, to trust, or to have faith in someone or something. It implies a conviction or reliance. It is often used in the New Testament to describe faith in God or Jesus Christ, indicating a deep conviction and commitment. It can also be used in a more general sense of believing a statement or a person.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΠΕΠΟΙΘΑ, ΠΕΙΘΩ

Etymology: The word ΠΙΣΤΕΥΩ (pisteuō) comes from the Greek word ΠΙΣΤΙΣ (pistis), meaning 'faith' or 'trust'. It is related to the concept of being persuaded or convinced.

G3778

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Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective

Sounds like: TOO-toh

Translations: this, that, it, a this, a that

Notes: ΤΟΥΤΟ is a demonstrative pronoun or adjective in Koine Greek, meaning 'this' or 'that'. It is the neuter singular form and can function as either the nominative or accusative case. As a pronoun, it refers to a specific thing or concept, often pointing it out. As an adjective, it modifies a neuter singular noun, indicating 'this' or 'that' particular noun. For example, it might be used in phrases like 'this thing' or 'that matter'.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑΥΤΟΣ, ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΟΥΤΟΣ (houtos) is a demonstrative pronoun in Koine Greek, meaning 'this' or 'that'. Its origin is ancient, deriving from Proto-Indo-European roots that conveyed the idea of proximity or pointing.

G2538

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Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: KAI-nos

Translations: newly, anew, in a new way, recently

Notes: This word is an adverb derived from the adjective 'καινός' (kainos), meaning 'new'. It describes an action or state as being done or existing in a new, fresh, or unprecedented manner. It can indicate something that has happened recently or is being done for the first time in a particular context.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΦΑΤΩΣ, ΝΕΩΣΤΙ

Etymology: The word ΚΑΙΝΩΣ (kainos) comes from the adjective ΚΑΙΝΟΣ (kainos), meaning 'new', 'fresh', or 'unprecedented'. Its ultimate origin is uncertain, but it is distinct from ΝΕΟΣ (neos), which refers to newness in terms of age (young), whereas ΚΑΙΝΟΣ refers to newness in terms of quality or kind (fresh, novel).

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.

G1125

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-GEG-rap-toh

Translations: it was written, it had been written

Notes: This is the third person singular, perfect passive indicative form of the verb 'γράφω' (graphō), meaning 'to write'. It describes an action that was completed in the past and whose results continue into the present or a subsequent past time. It is often used to refer to what is recorded in scripture or official documents.

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

Synonyms: ΓΕΓΡΑΠΤΑΙ, ΓΕΓΡΑΜΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word 'γράφω' (graphō) comes from Proto-Indo-European *gerbh-, meaning 'to scratch, to carve'. It originally referred to scratching or carving marks, which evolved into the meaning of writing.

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'.

G1985, G1984

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Part of Speech: Verb, Noun

Sounds like: ep-is-ko-POHN

Translations: overseeing, inspecting, visiting, looking after, of overseers, of bishops, of superintendents

Notes: This word can function as a present active participle of the verb 'ΕΠΙΣΚΟΠΕΩ' (to oversee, inspect, visit, look after), indicating an action of overseeing or inspecting. It can also be the genitive plural of the noun 'ΕΠΙΣΚΟΠΟΣ' (an overseer, bishop, superintendent), referring to 'of those who oversee' or 'of bishops'. Its meaning depends on the context, either describing an ongoing action or possession/relationship concerning multiple overseers.

Inflection: Present Active Participle, Masculine, Genitive, Plural (for verb); Genitive, Plural, Masculine (for noun)

Synonyms: ΕΦΟΡΩΝ, ΠΡΟΕΔΡΩΝ, ΠΡΟΙΣΤΑΜΕΝΩΝ

G1247

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Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: dee-ah-ko-NOHN

Translations: of those serving, of those ministering, of those waiting on, of those attending

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'diakoneō', meaning 'to serve' or 'to minister'. It describes the action of serving, ministering, or waiting on someone or something. In this form, it refers to 'those who are serving' or 'those who are ministering', indicating a group of people engaged in such activity.

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

Synonyms: ΛΕΙΤΟΥΡΓΩΝ, ΥΠΗΡΕΤΩΝ

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.

G1124

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: GRA-fay

Translations: writing, a writing, scripture, a scripture, document, a document

Notes: This word refers to something written, such as a document, a letter, or a record. In a religious context, especially within the New Testament, it frequently refers to the sacred writings or the Holy Scriptures. It can be used to denote the act of writing or the result of that act.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΒΙΒΛΙΟΝ, ΕΠΙΣΤΟΛΗ

Etymology: From the verb γράφω (graphō), meaning 'to write', which comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to scratch, carve'.

G2525

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tah-STAY-soh

Translations: I will appoint, I will establish, I will restore, I will set over, I will make

Notes: This word is a future tense verb meaning 'I will appoint,' 'I will establish,' 'I will restore,' or 'I will set over.' It is used to describe the act of placing someone in a position of authority, establishing something firmly, or bringing something back to its original state. It can also simply mean 'to make' or 'to render' in certain contexts.

Inflection: First Person, Singular, Future, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΠΟΙΗΣΩ, ΤΑΞΩ, ΑΠΟΚΑΤΑΣΤΗΣΩ

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).

G1343

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: dee-kah-yoh-SOO-nay

Translations: righteousness, justice, a righteousness, a justice

Notes: This word refers to the quality of being morally right or just. It encompasses concepts of uprightness, integrity, and conformity to divine or moral law. It is often used in a theological context to describe God's character or the state of being right with God.

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

Synonyms: ΕΥΘΥΤΗΣ, ΑΡΕΤΗ, ΟΣΙΟΤΗΣ

Etymology: From the Greek word δίκαιος (dikaios), meaning 'just' or 'righteous', combined with the suffix -σύνη (-synē), which forms abstract nouns.

G4102

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PIS-tei

Translations: (by) faith, (in) faith, (with) faith, (to) faith, (by) trust, (in) trust, (with) trust, (to) trust, (by) belief, (in) belief, (with) belief, (to) belief

Notes: This word is a noun meaning 'faith,' 'trust,' or 'belief.' It refers to a firm conviction or reliance on something or someone. In Koine Greek, it is often used to describe spiritual faith, particularly in God or Christ. As a dative case, it indicates the means, instrument, or recipient of an action, often translated with prepositions like 'by,' 'in,' 'with,' or 'to.'

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΕΠΟΙΘΗΣΙΣ, ΕΛΠΙΣ

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Clement’s First Letter, Chapter 42

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