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Clement’s First Letter, Chapter 54
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G5101
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Part of Speech: Interrogative Pronoun, Indefinite Pronoun, Interrogative Adjective
Sounds like: TEES
Translations: who, what, which, what kind of, someone, something, anyone, anything, a certain one, a certain thing
Notes: ΤΙΣ is a versatile pronoun and adjective in Koine Greek. As an interrogative, it asks 'who?', 'what?', or 'which?'. As an indefinite, it means 'someone', 'something', 'anyone', or 'anything', often implying an unspecified person or thing. Its meaning depends heavily on context and whether it has an accent.
Inflection: Singular or Plural, Masculine, Feminine, or Neuter, Nominative, Genitive, Dative, or Accusative. It is a highly inflected word.
Etymology: The word ΤΙΣ is an ancient Greek word, tracing its origins back to Proto-Indo-European roots. It has cognates in many other Indo-European languages, indicating its long history and fundamental role in language.
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'.
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.
G5213
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: yoo-MEEN
Translations: (to) you, (for) you
Notes: This word is a second person plural pronoun, meaning 'you' (plural). It is in the dative case, indicating the indirect object of a verb or the recipient of an action. It can be translated as 'to you' or 'for you', depending on the context.
Inflection: Plural, Dative
G1081
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: gen-NAI-os
Translations: noble, high-born, brave, courageous, generous, a noble, a high-born, a brave, a courageous, a generous
Notes: This word describes someone or something as noble, high-born, or of good stock. It can also refer to someone who is brave, courageous, or generous in spirit. It is used to commend a person's character or lineage, often implying a sense of inherent quality or virtue.
Inflection: Nominative, Singular, Masculine
Synonyms: ΕΥΓΕΝΗΣ, ΑΓΑΘΟΣ, ΑΝΔΡΕΙΟΣ
Etymology: From γένος (genos), meaning 'race, stock, family, birth'. The word relates to being 'of good birth' or 'well-born', which then extended to qualities associated with nobility such as bravery and generosity.
G2155
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: yoos-PLANGKH-nos
Translations: compassionate, merciful, tender-hearted, full of pity
Notes: This is a compound adjective meaning compassionate or tender-hearted. It describes someone who has deep feelings of pity and mercy for others. It is often used to describe God or individuals who show great kindness and empathy. The word is formed from the prefix εὖ (eu), meaning 'well' or 'good', and σπλάγχνον (splagchnon), meaning 'inward parts' or 'bowels', which were considered the seat of emotions.
Inflection: Nominative, Singular, Masculine or Feminine
Synonyms: ΕΛΕΗΜΩΝ, ΟΙΚΤΙΡΜΩΝ
Etymology: The word Εὐσπλαγχνός is a compound of εὖ (eu), meaning 'well' or 'good', and σπλάγχνον (splagchnon), meaning 'inward parts' or 'bowels', which were anciently believed to be the seat of emotions and affections. Thus, it literally means 'having good inward parts' or 'well-boweled', conveying the sense of deep compassion.
G4135
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Part of Speech: Verb, Adjective
Sounds like: pep-lay-ro-fo-ray-MEH-nos
Translations: fully assured, fully convinced, fully carried out, fully accomplished, fully informed, a fully assured, a fully convinced
Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle, meaning 'having been fully assured' or 'having been fully convinced'. It describes a state of complete certainty or full accomplishment. It can be used to describe someone who is completely persuaded or something that has been brought to full completion or certainty. It is often used in a spiritual or intellectual context to denote a deep conviction or a thorough understanding.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine, Perfect, Passive, Participle
Synonyms: ΠΕΠΕΙΣΜΕΝΟΣ, ΒΕΒΑΙΟΣ, ΕΞΑΡΤΙΣΘΕΙΣ
G0026
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ah-GAH-pays
Translations: of love, of charity, of affection, of goodwill
Notes: This word refers to a deep, unconditional love, often described as 'charity' in older translations. It is a noun in the genitive case, indicating possession or relationship, so it often translates as 'of love' or 'belonging to love'. It is used to describe divine love, brotherly love, or the love between people.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine
Synonyms: ΦΙΛΙΑ, ΕΡΩΣ, ΣΤΟΡΓΗ
Etymology: The word ἀγάπη (agapē) is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek. It was used in the Septuagint and the New Testament to translate the Hebrew word 'ahavah' (love), and it came to signify a distinct type of selfless, divine love, differentiating it from other Greek words for love like 'eros' (passionate love) or 'philia' (friendship love).
G2036
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: EYE-pah-toh
Translations: let him say, he should say, let him speak, he should speak
Notes: This is a verb meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. It is in the third person singular aorist active imperative mood, which expresses a command or instruction for someone to do something in the past, but with the command itself being given in the present, often translated as 'let him say' or 'he should say'. It is used to give a direct order or permission.
Inflection: Third Person, Singular, Aorist, Active, Imperative
Synonyms: ΛΕΓΕΤΩ, ΦΡΑΖΕΤΩ
Etymology: The verb ΕἸΠΩ (eipo) is an aorist stem from the root *FEP- (wep-), meaning 'to speak' or 'to say'. It is related to Latin vox ('voice') and English 'voice'.
G1519, G1487, G1488
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Part of Speech: Preposition, Conjunction, Verb
Sounds like: E
Translations: into, to, for, unto, in, if, you are
Notes: This word is an elided form, indicated by the coronis (the apostrophe-like mark) at the end. It most commonly represents the preposition 'εἰς' (eis), meaning 'into, to, for', especially when followed by a vowel. It can also represent the conjunction 'εἰ' (ei), meaning 'if', or the verb 'εἶ' (ei), meaning 'you are'. In the provided examples, it functions as the preposition 'into' or 'to', indicating motion towards a place or object. It is used with the accusative case.
Inflection: Does not inflect (as an elided form); the original words it represents have their own inflections (e.g., 'εἰς' is a preposition and does not inflect; 'εἰ' is a conjunction and does not inflect; 'εἶ' is a verb, 2nd Person Singular, Present, Indicative, Active).
G1223
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Part of Speech: Preposition, Numeral
Sounds like: DEE
Translations: through, by means of, on account of, because of, 14
Notes: This word is most commonly an elided form of the preposition ΔΙΑ (dia), meaning 'through', 'by means of', 'on account of', or 'because of'. It is used to indicate the means by which something is done or the reason for an action. It can also represent the Greek numeral 14, indicated by a keraia (a mark similar to an apostrophe) which is often omitted in transcription.
Inflection: Does not inflect (as a preposition or numeral)
Synonyms: ΕΚ, ΥΠΟ, ΕΝΕΚΕΝ
Etymology: The preposition ΔΙΑ comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'through' or 'apart'.
G1691
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: eh-MEH
Translations: me
Notes: This word is the accusative singular form of the first-person pronoun, meaning 'me'. It is used as the direct object of a verb or after certain prepositions that take the accusative case, indicating the recipient of an action or the object of a preposition.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, First Person
G4714
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: STA-sis
Translations: standing, a standing, dissension, a dissension, insurrection, an insurrection, uprising, a uprising, sedition, a sedition
Notes: This word refers to a standing, a position, or a state of being. It can also denote a state of dissension, disagreement, or conflict, often leading to an uprising or insurrection. In a physical sense, it means the act of standing still or taking a stand. In a social or political context, it refers to a revolt or civil strife.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΕΓΕΡΣΙΣ, ΑΠΟΣΤΑΣΙΑ, ΔΙΧΟΣΤΑΣΙΑ
Etymology: From the verb ἵστημι (histēmi), meaning 'to stand, to make to stand'. It refers to the act or state of standing.
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.
G2054
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: EH-ris
Translations: strife, contention, dispute, quarrel, a strife, a contention
Notes: This word refers to a state of conflict, disagreement, or rivalry. It can describe a verbal dispute, a quarrel, or a more general sense of discord and contention between individuals or groups. It is often used in contexts describing negative social interactions.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΜΑΧΗ, ΔΙΧΟΣΤΑΣΙΑ, ἘΡΙΘΕΙΑ
Etymology: The origin of this word is uncertain, but it is thought to be related to the Greek verb 'ἐρίζω' (erizō), meaning 'to quarrel' or 'to contend'.
G4978
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: SKHIS-ma-ta
Translations: divisions, schisms, rents, tears
Notes: This word refers to a division, a split, or a tear. It can be used literally to describe a physical tear in fabric or a crack in the ground. Metaphorically, it is often used to describe a division or dissension within a group, such as a church or community, indicating a separation of opinion or allegiance.
Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter
Synonyms: ΔΙΧΟΣΤΑΣΙΑΙ, ΕΡΙΔΕΣ, ΣΤΑΣΕΙΣ
Etymology: The word ΣΧΙΣΜΑ (schisma) comes from the Greek verb σχίζω (schizō), meaning 'to split' or 'to cleave'. It refers to the result of an action of splitting.
G1633
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ek-KHO-roh
Translations: I depart, I withdraw, I go out, I give way, I yield
Notes: This verb means to depart, withdraw, or go out from a place. It can also mean to give way or yield, often implying a movement away from something or someone. It is used to describe physical movement away from a location or a metaphorical yielding in a situation.
Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, First Person Singular
Synonyms: ἈΠΟΧΩΡΕΩ, ἈΝΑΧΩΡΕΩ, ἘΞΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ
Etymology: From the preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the verb χωρέω (chōreō), meaning 'to make room, go, proceed'. The compound verb thus signifies 'to go out of a place' or 'to make way from'.
G0548
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ap-EY-mee
Translations: to go away, to depart, to be absent
Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition 'ἀπό' (away from) and the verb 'εἶμι' (to go). It means to go away from a place or to depart. It can also mean to be absent, indicating a state of not being present. It is used to describe someone leaving a location or being away.
Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, First Person Singular
Synonyms: ἈΠΟΧΩΡΕΩ, ἈΦΙΣΤΑΜΑΙ, ἘΚΒΑΙΝΩ
G3756, G3757
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Part of Speech: Adverb, Relative Adverb, Relative Pronoun
Sounds like: OO
Translations: not, no, where, of whom, of which, when
Notes: This word, written without diacritics, can represent at least two distinct Koine Greek words. It most commonly functions as a negative particle (οὐ), meaning 'not' or 'no', used to express a direct and objective negation. It can also function as a relative adverb (οὗ), meaning 'where' or 'when', indicating place or time, or as a relative genitive pronoun, meaning 'of whom' or 'of which'. The precise meaning depends on the context and the original diacritics.
Inflection: Does not inflect (as a particle/adverb); Genitive, Singular, Masculine or Neuter (as a relative pronoun)
Synonyms: ΜΗ, ΟΠΟΥ
Etymology: The negative particle οὐ (ou) comes from Proto-Indo-European *ne, meaning 'not'. The relative adverb/pronoun οὗ (hou) comes from Proto-Indo-European *kʷo-, a pronominal stem.
G1437
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Part of Speech: Conjunction
Sounds like: eh-AHN
Translations: if, when, whenever, although
Notes: ἘΑΝ is a conditional conjunction used to introduce a protasis (the 'if' clause) in a conditional sentence. It typically takes the subjunctive mood, indicating a condition that is possible, probable, or hypothetical. It can be translated as 'if', 'when', or 'whenever', depending on the nuance of the condition, and sometimes 'although' in concessive clauses.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΕΙ, ὍΤΑΝ
Etymology: ἘΑΝ is a contraction of the conditional particle εἰ (ei, 'if') and the modal particle ἄν (an), which adds a sense of contingency or possibility to the condition.
G1014
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: boo-LEES-theh
Translations: you wish, you want, you desire, you intend
Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to wish', 'to want', 'to desire', or 'to intend'. It is often used to express a strong inclination or purpose. In the provided examples, it is used in a conditional or subjunctive context, indicating a hypothetical or desired action, such as 'if you wish' or 'wherever you wish'.
Inflection: 2nd Person, Plural, Aorist, Subjunctive, Middle Voice
Synonyms: ΘΕΛΩ, ΕΠΙΘΥΜΩ
G4160
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: poy-OH
Translations: do, make, produce, create, perform, cause, appoint, keep, observe
Notes: This verb means to do, make, or produce something. It can refer to physical creation, performing an action, or causing an event to happen. It is often used in contexts of carrying out commands, observing laws, or bringing about a state of being. Its meaning can vary depending on the context and the object it takes.
Inflection: First Person Singular, Present Indicative, Active Voice
Synonyms: ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ, ΠΡΑΤΤΩ, ΤΙΘΗΜΙ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *kʷey- 'to build, make'. It is related to words meaning 'to build' or 'to construct'.
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.
G4168
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: poym-NEE-on
Translations: flock, a flock, little flock
Notes: This word refers to a group of sheep, a herd, or a fold. Metaphorically, it is often used to describe a group of people, especially a congregation or community, under the care of a leader, such as a pastor or shepherd. It is typically used in the singular to denote a collective group.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Accusative, or Vocative, Neuter
Synonyms: ΑΓΕΛΗ, ΠΟΙΜΝΗ
Etymology: The word ΠΟΙΜΝΙΟΝ (poimnion) is a diminutive of the Greek word ποιμήν (poimēn), meaning 'shepherd'. It refers to that which is tended by a shepherd, hence a flock.
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.
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
G1514
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ee-ray-NEH-oo-eh-toh
Translations: let him be at peace, let him live in peace, let him keep the peace
Notes: This word is a verb meaning to be at peace, to live in peace, or to keep the peace. It is often used in the context of maintaining harmonious relationships or avoiding conflict. It can be used as a command or exhortation for someone to live peacefully.
Inflection: Third Person, Singular, Present, Active, Imperative
Synonyms: ἩΣΥΧΑΖΩ, ΚΑΤΑΛΛΑΣΣΩ
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'.
G3588
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Part of Speech: Definite Article
Sounds like: TONE
Translations: of the
Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the definite article 'the'. It functions to indicate possession, origin, or relationship for plural nouns, similar to 'of the' in English. It can precede nouns of any gender.
Inflection: Genitive, Plural, All Genders (Masculine, Feminine, Neuter)
G2525
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Part of Speech: Participle
Sounds like: ka-thes-ta-MEH-non
Translations: of those appointed, of those established, of those set over, of those put in charge
Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'kathistēmi', meaning 'to appoint', 'to establish', or 'to set over'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or noun, describing someone or something that has been appointed or established. In this genitive plural form, it refers to 'those who have been appointed' or 'those who have been established'. It is often used to describe officials, leaders, or individuals placed in positions of authority or responsibility.
Inflection: Perfect, Passive, Participle, Genitive, Plural, Masculine or Neuter
Synonyms: ΤΕΤΑΓΜΕΝΩΝ, ΔΙΟΡΙΣΘΕΝΤΩΝ
G4245
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Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective
Sounds like: pres-by-TEH-ron
Translations: of elders, of older men, of presbyters, of older, of older ones
Notes: This word refers to older men, elders, or presbyters. It is often used in a religious or administrative context to denote leaders or respected individuals within a community, such as church elders or members of a council. It can also simply mean 'older' when used as an adjective.
Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine
Synonyms: ΓΕΡΟΝΤΩΝ, ΠΡΟΕΣΤΩΤΩΝ
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.
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'.
G4160
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Part of Speech: Participle, Verb
Sounds like: poy-AY-sas
Translations: having made, having done, making, doing, who made, who did
Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb 'ποιέω' (poieō), meaning 'to make' or 'to do'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has been completed. It often translates as 'having made' or 'having done', indicating an action that occurred prior to or concurrently with the main verb of the sentence. It can also be translated as 'making' or 'doing' in certain contexts, or as a relative clause like 'who made' or 'who did'.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine, Aorist, Active, Participle
Synonyms: ΠΡΑΞΑΣ, ΕΡΓΑΣΑΜΕΝΟΣ
G1438
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Part of Speech: Reflexive Pronoun
Sounds like: eh-ah-TOH
Translations: (to) himself, (for) himself, (to) herself, (for) herself, (to) itself, (for) itself, (to) themselves, (for) themselves
Notes: This word is a reflexive pronoun, meaning it refers back to the subject of the clause. It indicates that the action of the verb is directed back to the subject itself. It can be used for singular or plural subjects, and its specific meaning (himself, herself, itself, themselves) depends on the gender and number of the subject it refers to. In this dative form, it often conveys the sense of 'to' or 'for' the subject.
Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Feminine or Neuter
G3173
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: MEH-gah
Translations: great, large, mighty, important, a great, a large
Notes: This word describes something as great, large, or mighty in size, extent, or importance. It can refer to physical size, but also to significance, power, or intensity. It is often used to emphasize the magnitude of something, such as a great storm, a great fear, or a great city. This particular form, ΜΕΓΑ, is the neuter nominative or accusative singular form of the adjective.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΠΟΛΥΣ, ΙΣΧΥΡΟΣ, ΜΕΓΑΛΟΣ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *meǵh₂- (great). It is related to Latin magnus and English much.
G2811
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: KLEH-os
Translations: glory, fame, renown, a glory, a fame, a renown
Notes: This word refers to glory, fame, or renown, often implying a good reputation or widespread recognition. It can be used to describe the honor or praise received by someone, or the reputation that precedes them. It is a neuter noun.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΔΟΞΑ, ΕΥΦΗΜΙΑ, ΟΝΟΜΑ
Etymology: From the Proto-Indo-European root *ḱlew- meaning 'to hear'. It is related to the verb 'to hear' (κλύω), suggesting something heard or spoken about widely.
G5547
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Part of Speech: Proper Noun, Noun
Sounds like: khree-STOH
Translations: (to) Christ, (to) the Anointed One, (to) the Messiah
Notes: This word is the dative singular form of the noun 'ΧΡΙΣΤΟΣ' (Christos), meaning 'Anointed One' or 'Messiah'. It is often used as a proper noun, referring to Jesus Christ. In its dative form, it indicates the indirect object of an action, meaning 'to Christ' or 'for Christ'. It can also refer to anyone who is anointed, such as a king or priest.
Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΜΕΣΣΙΑΣ
G4046
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: peh-ree-poy-EE-seh-tai
Translations: will preserve, will save, will acquire, will gain
Notes: This word is a compound verb, formed from the preposition ΠΕΡΙ (around, concerning) and the verb ΠΟΙΕΩ (to make, to do). In its middle voice, it means to make something for oneself, to acquire, or to preserve. It describes an action where someone will secure or keep something for themselves, or ensure its safety.
Inflection: Future, Middle/Passive, Indicative, 3rd Person Singular
Synonyms: ΣΩΖΩ, ΚΤΑΟΜΑΙ, ΦΥΛΑΣΣΩ
G3956
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: PAS
Translations: all, every, whole, any, a whole
Notes: This word means 'all', 'every', or 'whole'. It is used to indicate totality or completeness. It can refer to every single item in a group, or the entirety of something. For example, 'all people' or 'the whole house'. It often takes on the meaning of 'every' when used with a singular noun, and 'all' when used with a plural noun. It can also mean 'any' in certain contexts.
Inflection: Masculine, Singular, Nominative
Synonyms: ΟΛΟΣ, ΑΠΑΣ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is related to words meaning 'all' or 'every' in various Indo-European languages.
G5117
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: TOH-poss
Translations: place, a place, location, region, space, site
Notes: This word refers to a specific location, area, or region. It can denote a physical spot, a general area, or even a metaphorical space or opportunity. It is commonly used to indicate where something is situated or where an event occurs.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΧΩΡΑ, ΟΙΚΟΣ, ΕΔΡΑ
Etymology: From an unknown root, possibly related to the idea of 'cutting' or 'marking out'.
G1209
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: DEK-seh-tai
Translations: will receive, will accept, will welcome, will take
Notes: This word means to receive, accept, or welcome something or someone. It is used to describe an action that will happen in the future, indicating a future acceptance or reception. It can be used in contexts such as receiving a gift, accepting a teaching, or welcoming a person.
Inflection: Future, Indicative, Middle, Third Person, Singular
Synonyms: ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΥΠΟΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΠΡΟΣΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ
G0846
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: ow-TON
Translations: him, it, himself, itself
Notes: This word is a third-person pronoun, typically meaning 'him' or 'it' when used as a personal pronoun. It can also be used intensively to mean 'himself' or 'itself', emphasizing the subject or object. It refers to a previously mentioned male person or a neuter object.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine or Neuter
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.
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.
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.
G1093
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: GAY
Translations: earth, land, ground, country, a land, the earth
Notes: This word refers to the physical ground, the planet Earth, or a specific territory or country. It is often used to distinguish land from the sea or sky, or to denote a particular region or nation.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΧΩΡΑ, ΓΑΙΑ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It refers to the earth as a flat, solid surface, distinct from the heavens or the sea.
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.
G4138
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: play-ROH-mah
Translations: fullness, a fullness, completion, what fills, contents, a full measure, a complement, fulfillment
Notes: This word refers to that which fills or completes something. It can denote the contents of a vessel, the full measure or amount of something, or the completion or fulfillment of a period of time, a prophecy, or a purpose. It is often used to describe the abundance or totality of something.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter
Synonyms: ΠΛΗΡΩΣΙΣ, ΠΛΗΡΩΣ
Etymology: From the verb ΠΛΗΡΟΩ (PLEROO), meaning 'to fill' or 'to complete', which itself comes from ΠΛΗΡΗΣ (PLERES), meaning 'full'.
G0846
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: ow-TES
Translations: (of) her, her, (of) it, its
Notes: This word is a form of the third-person pronoun 'autos'. It is used to refer to a singular feminine noun that has already been mentioned or is understood from the context. It indicates possession or is used after prepositions that require the genitive case. For example, it could mean 'her' (as in 'her house') or 'of her'.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine
G3778
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Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective
Sounds like: TOW-tah
Translations: these, these things
Notes: This word is a demonstrative pronoun or adjective, meaning 'these' or 'these things'. It refers to something previously mentioned or understood from the context, pointing it out specifically. As a pronoun, it stands in place of a noun, while as an adjective, it modifies a noun.
Inflection: Plural, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΟΔΕ, ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ
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.
G4176
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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle
Sounds like: po-li-TEV-oh-men-oy
Translations: living as citizens, conducting oneself, behaving, governing, administering, managing affairs
Notes: This word is a present middle/passive participle, meaning 'living as a citizen,' 'conducting oneself,' or 'behaving.' It describes someone who is actively engaged in the affairs of a community or who is living according to certain principles or laws. It can also refer to administering or managing affairs. In the provided examples, it describes people who are conducting themselves according to God's law or their ancestral law.
Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Participle, Nominative or Accusative, Plural, Masculine or Neuter
Synonyms: ΠΡΑΤΤΩ, ΔΙΑΓΩ, ΖΑΩ
Etymology: The word comes from the Greek word 'πόλις' (polis), meaning 'city' or 'state,' and the verb 'ἔχω' (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold.' It originally referred to the act of being a citizen or participating in the life of a city-state.
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.
G0278
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: ah-meh-tah-meh-LEE-ton
Translations: irrevocable, unregretted, without repentance, an irrevocable thing, a thing without repentance
Notes: This word describes something that cannot be regretted or changed, something that is firm, unalterable, and not subject to a change of mind. It implies a decision or gift that is final and not to be repented of. It can be used to describe God's gifts or calling, which are not subject to His change of mind.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ἈΜΕΤΑΝΟΗΤΟΣ, ἈΜΕΤΑΘΕΤΟΣ
Etymology: The word is a compound of the negative prefix 'ἀ-' (a-, meaning 'not' or 'un-') and 'μεταμελητός' (metamelētos), which means 'regrettable' or 'causing regret'. Thus, it literally means 'not regrettable' or 'without regret'.
G4174
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: po-li-TEI-an
Translations: citizenship, a citizenship, commonwealth, a commonwealth, conduct, a conduct, way of life, a way of life
Notes: This word refers to the rights and duties of a citizen, the administration of a state or commonwealth, or one's manner of life and conduct. It can describe the political system of a community or an individual's behavior within that community. In the provided form, it is the accusative singular, indicating it is the direct object of a verb or the object of a preposition.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΠΟΛΙΤΕΥΜΑ, ΒΙΟΣ, ΑΓΩΓΗ
G2316
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: THAY-oo
Translations: of God, of a God
Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of the noun 'ΘΕΟΣ' (theos), meaning 'God' or 'a god'. In Koine Greek, the genitive case often indicates possession, origin, or relationship, similar to the English 'of' or the possessive apostrophe 's'. Therefore, 'ΘΕΟΥ' typically translates to 'of God' or 'of a god', depending on the context. It can refer to the one true God or to a pagan deity.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine
G4160
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ep-OY-ay-san
Translations: they made, they did, they performed
Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to make,' 'to do,' or 'to perform.' It is used to describe actions completed in the past by a group of people. For example, it could be used in a sentence like 'they made a decision' or 'they did a great work.'
Inflection: Aorist, Active, Indicative, 3rd Person Plural
Synonyms: ΠΡΑΤΤΩ, ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ
G4160
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: poy-ay-SOO-sin
Translations: they will do, they will make, they will perform, they will create
Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to do', 'to make', 'to perform', or 'to create'. It is used to describe actions that will be carried out by a group of people in the future. For example, it can refer to people making something, performing a task, or carrying out a command.
Inflection: Future, Active, Indicative, 3rd Person Plural
Synonyms: ΠΡΑΞΟΥΣΙΝ, ΕΡΓΑΣΟΝΤΑΙ
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