Clement’s First Letter Chapter 9, Interlinear version from Clement of Rome (Beta)

Clement’s First Letter, Chapter 9

Interlinear version from Clement of Rome (Beta)

9:1

ΔΙΟ
- DIO
- therefore
Υ̓ΠΑΚΟΥΣΩΜΕΝ
- YPAKOUSŌMEN
- let-us-obey
ΤΗ
- TĒ
- to-the
ΜΕΓΑΛΟΠΡΕΠΕΙ
- MEGALOPREPEI
- magnificent
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ἘΝΔΟΞΩ
- ENDOXŌ
- glorious
ΒΟΥΛΗΣΕΙ
- BOULĒSEI
- will
ΑΥ̓ΤΟΥ
- AUTOU
- of-him
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ΙΚΕΤΑΙ
- IKETAI
- supplicants
ΒΕΝΟΜΕΝΟΙ
- BENOMENOI
- becoming
ΤΟΥ
- TOU
- of-the
ἘΛΕΟΥΣ
- ELEOUS
- mercy
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ΤΗΣ
- TĒS
- of-the
ΧΡΗΣΤΟΤΗΤΟΣ
- CHRĒSTOTĒTOS
- goodness
ΑΥ̓ΤΟΥ
- AUTOU
- of-him
ΠΡΟΣΠΕΣΩΜΕΝ
- PROSPESŌMEN
- let-us-fall-down
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ἘΠΙΣΤΡΕΨΩΜΕΝ
- EPISTREPSŌMEN
- let-us-turn-back
ἘΠΙ
- EPI
- to
ΤΟΥΣ
- TOUS
- the
ΟἸΚΤΙΡΜΟΥΣ
- OIKTIRMOUS
- compassions
ΑΥ̓ΤΟΥ
- AUTOU
- of-him
ἈΠΟΛΙΠΟΝΤΕΣ
- APOLIPONTES
- leaving-behind
ΤΗΝ
- TĒN
- the
ΜΑΤΑΙΟΠΟΝΙΑΝ
- MATAIOPONIAN
- vain-labor
ΤΗΝ
- TĒN
- the
ΤΕ
- TE
- and
ἘΡΙΝ
- ERIN
- strife
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ΤΟ
- TO
- the
ΕἸΣ
- EIS
- to
ΘΑΝΑΤΟΝ
- THANATON
- death
ἈΓΟΝ
- AGON
- leading
ΖΗΛΟΣ
- ZĒLOS
- zeal

9:2

ἈΤΕΝΙΣΩΜΕΝ
- ATENISŌMEN
- let-us-look-intently
ΕἸΣ
- EIS
- into
ΤΟΥΣ
- TOUS
- the
ΤΕΛΕΙΩΣ
- TELEIŌS
- completely
ΛΕΙΤΟΥΡΓΗΣΑΝΤΑΣ
- LEITOURGĒSANTAS
- having-served
ΤΗ
- TĒ
- to-the
ΜΕΓΑΛΟΠΡΕΠΕΙ
- MEGALOPREPEI
- magnificent
ΔΟΞΗ
- DOXĒ
- glory
ΑΥ̓ΤΟΥ
- AUTOU
- of-him

9:3

ΛΑΒΩΜΕΝ
- LABŌMEN
- let-us-take
ἘΝΩΧ
- ENŌCH
- Enoch
ΟΣ
- OS
- who
ἘΝ
- EN
- in
ΥΠΑΚΟΗ
- YPAKOĒ
- obedience
ΔΙΚΑΙΟΣ
- DIKAIOS
- righteous
ΕΥΡΕΘΕΙΣ
- EURETHEIS
- having-been-found
ΜΕΤΕΤΕΘΗ
- METETETHĒ
- was-transferred
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ΟΥ̓Χ
- OUCH
- not
ΕΥΡΕΘΗ
- EURETHĒ
- was-found
ΑΥ̓ΤΟΥ
- AUTOU
- his
ΘΑΝΑΤΟΣ
- THANATOS
- death

9:4

ΝΩΕ
- NŌE
- Noah
ΠΙΣΤΟΣ
- PISTOS
- faithful
ΕΥΡΕΘΕΙΣ
- EURETHEIS
- having-been-found
ΔΙΑ
- DIA
- through
ΤΗΣ
- TĒS
- of-the
ΛΕΙΤΟΥΡΓΙΑΣ
- LEITOURGIAS
- service
ΑΥ̓ΤΟΥ
- AUTOU
- of-him
ΠΑΛΙΓΓΕΝΣΙΑΝ
- PALIGGENSIAN
- regeneration
ΚΟΣΜΩ
- KOSMŌ
- to-world
ἘΚΗΡΥΞΕΝ
- EKĒRYXEN
- he-proclaimed
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ΔΙΕΣΩΣΕΝ
- DIESŌSEN
- he-saved
ΔΙ
- DI
- through
ΑΥ̓ΤΟΥ
- AUTOU
- him
Ο
- O
- the
ΔΕΣΠΟΤΗΣ
- DESPOTĒS
- master
ΤΑ
- TA
- the
ΕἸΣΕΛΘΟΝΤΑ
- EISELTHONTA
- having-entered
ἘΝ
- EN
- in
ΟΜΟΝΟΙΑ
- OMONOIA
- harmony
ΖΩΑ
- ZŌA
- living-things
ΕἸΣ
- EIS
- into
ΤΗΝ
- TĒN
- the
ΚΙΒΩΤΟΝ
- KIBŌTON
- chest

G1352

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Part of Speech: Conjunction

Sounds like: DEE-oh

Translations: therefore, wherefore, for this reason, on account of which

Notes: This is a compound conjunction formed from the preposition διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'on account of', and the relative pronoun ὅ (ho), meaning 'which'. It is used to introduce a consequence or conclusion, indicating that what follows is a result of what has just been stated. It functions similarly to 'therefore' or 'for this reason' in English.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΑ ΤΟΥΤΟ, ΟΥΝ, ΑΡΑ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the preposition διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'on account of', and the neuter accusative singular of the relative pronoun ὅ (ho), meaning 'which'.

G5219

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: hoo-pah-koo-SOH-men

Translations: let us obey, we should obey, we will obey

Notes: This word is a compound verb meaning 'to obey' or 'to listen to'. It implies giving heed to someone's authority or instructions. It is formed from the preposition 'ὑπό' (hypo), meaning 'under' or 'subordinate to', and the verb 'ἀκούω' (akouō), meaning 'to hear' or 'to listen'. Thus, it literally means 'to hear under' or 'to listen in submission'. It is used to express a command or exhortation for a group to obey.

Inflection: 1st Person Plural, Aorist, Active, Subjunctive

Synonyms: ΠΕΙΘΩ, ἘΝΤΕΛΛΟΜΑΙ

G3588

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Part of Speech: Definite Article, Pronoun

Sounds like: TAY

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine

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

G3172

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: meh-gah-loh-PREH-peh-ee

Translations: magnificence, majesty, splendor, glory

Notes: This word refers to the quality of being magnificent, grand, or splendid. It denotes a majestic and impressive appearance or character, often associated with divine glory or royal dignity. It is typically used to describe something that inspires awe or admiration due to its greatness.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΟΞΑ, ΤΙΜΗ, ΜΕΓΑΛΕΙΟΤΗΣ

Etymology: The word ΜΕΓΑΛΟΠΡΕΠΕΙΑ is a compound word derived from ΜΕΓΑΣ (megas), meaning 'great,' and ΠΡΕΠΩ (prepo), meaning 'to be fitting' or 'to be proper.' Thus, it literally means 'greatly fitting' or 'greatly proper,' conveying the idea of something that is grand and suitable for its high status.

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.

G1741

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: en-DOX-oh

Translations: (to) glorious, (to) honorable, (to) splendid, (to) renowned, (to) esteemed

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning glorious, honorable, splendid, or renowned. It describes something or someone that possesses great glory, honor, or esteem. It is used to describe things that are highly regarded or magnificent. In this inflected form, it is in the dative case, indicating 'to' or 'for' something glorious, or it can describe the means by which something is done.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ἘΠΙΣΗΜΟΣ, ἘΝΤΙΜΟΣ, ἘΠΙΦΑΝΗΣ

Etymology: The word ἘΝΔΟΞΟΣ is a compound word formed from the preposition ἘΝ (en), meaning 'in', and ΔΟΞΑ (doxa), meaning 'glory' or 'opinion'. Thus, it literally means 'in glory' or 'held in esteem'.

G0939

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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: beh-NO-meh-noy

Translations: going, walking, coming, stepping

Notes: This word is the present middle/passive participle of the verb 'βαίνω' (bainō), meaning 'to go' or 'to walk'. In this form, it describes someone who is in the process of going or walking. It can be used to describe people who are 'going' or 'coming' in a general sense, or specifically 'stepping' or 'treading'. The middle voice can imply 'going for oneself' or 'going on one's own accord', while the passive voice would mean 'being gone' or 'being walked upon', though the middle sense is more common for this verb.

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

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ

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.

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.

G1994

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ep-ee-STREF-so-men

Translations: let us return, let us turn, let us turn back, let us convert

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἘΠΙ (upon, to) and the verb ΣΤΡΕΦΩ (to turn). It means to turn around, turn back, return, or convert. It is often used in a literal sense of physical movement, but also frequently in a spiritual sense, referring to a turning back to God or a change of heart and direction in life. It can be used transitively (to turn something) or intransitively (to turn oneself).

Inflection: First Person Plural, Aorist, Active, Subjunctive

Synonyms: ἈΝΑΚΑΜΠΤΩ, ὙΠΟΣΤΡΕΦΩ, ΜΕΤΑΝΟΕΩ

G1909

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Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb

Sounds like: eh-PEE

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

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

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).

G0620

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Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: ah-po-LEE-pon-tes

Translations: leaving, having left, abandoning, forsaking, departing from

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'apoleipō', meaning 'to leave behind' or 'to abandon'. It describes an action of separation or departure. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, modifying a noun or verb to indicate that the subject is performing the action of leaving or has performed it. It can be used to describe someone who has departed from a place, abandoned a practice, or left something behind.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑΛΕΙΠΩ, ΕΚΛΕΙΠΩ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἀπό (apo, 'from, away from') and λείπω (leipō, 'to leave'). It literally means 'to leave away from'.

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.

G3150

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: mah-tah-ee-oh-po-NEE-an

Translations: vain labor, useless toil, fruitless effort, a vain labor, a useless toil, a fruitless effort

Notes: This word is a compound noun, combining 'μάταιος' (mataios), meaning 'vain' or 'useless', and 'πονεῖν' (ponein), meaning 'to toil' or 'to labor'. It refers to work or effort that is futile, unproductive, or without purpose. It describes an action or endeavor that ultimately yields no positive result or is inherently pointless.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΚΕΝΟΠΟΝΙΑ, ΑΝΩΦΕΛΕΙΑ

G5037

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Part of Speech: Conjunction, Particle

Sounds like: TEH

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΚΑΙ, ΔΕ, ΑΛΛΑ

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

G2054

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: EH-ris

Translations: strife, contention, discord, rivalry, a strife, a contention, a discord, a rivalry

Notes: This word refers to a state of conflict, disagreement, or rivalry. It describes a situation where people are at odds with each other, often due to jealousy or competition. It can be used to describe disputes, quarrels, or contention among individuals or groups.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΜΑΧΗ, ΔΙΧΟΣΤΑΣΙΑ, ΖΗΛΟΣ

Etymology: The word ἔρις (eris) is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek. It is related to the Greek goddess of discord, Eris.

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.

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'.

G0071

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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: AH-gon

Translations: leading, bringing, carrying, guiding, going, doing, celebrating, spending, driving, bringing forth, leading away, taking

Notes: This word is an inflected form of the verb 'agō' (ἄγω). As a verb, it generally means 'to lead,' 'to bring,' or 'to carry.' It can also mean 'to guide,' 'to go,' 'to do' (especially in the sense of 'to perform' or 'to celebrate' a festival), or 'to spend' time. In the provided examples, it appears as a present active participle, meaning 'leading' or 'bringing,' or as an imperfect indicative verb, meaning 'they were leading/bringing' or 'he/she/it was leading/bringing.'

Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative; or Imperfect, Active, Indicative, Third Person, Singular or Plural

Synonyms: ΦΕΡΩ, ΕΛΚΩ, ΟΔΗΓΕΩ

Etymology: The word 'agō' (ἄγω) comes from Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'to drive, draw, move'. It is a very common and ancient verb in Greek.

G2205

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ZAY-los

Translations: zeal, jealousy, envy, indignation, a zeal, a jealousy, an envy, an indignation

Notes: This word refers to intense passion or fervor, which can manifest in both positive and negative ways. It can mean a strong enthusiasm or devotion (zeal), or a negative emotion like jealousy or envy, often accompanied by indignation or rivalry. Its meaning depends on the context, indicating either a commendable passion for something good or a destructive, resentful feeling towards others.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΦΘΟΝΟΣ, ΕΡΙΣ

Etymology: The word ΖΗΛΟΣ comes from an ancient root meaning 'to boil' or 'to ferment,' suggesting an intense, bubbling emotion. It is related to the verb ζέω (zeō), meaning 'to boil' or 'to be hot.'

G0000

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-teh-NEE-soh-men

Translations: let us fix our gaze, let us look intently, let us stare, let us gaze earnestly

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to fix one's gaze, to look intently, or to stare earnestly at something. It implies a focused and sustained attention. It is often used with a preposition like 'εἰς' (eis) followed by an accusative case, meaning 'into' or 'at', indicating the object of the intense gaze. It is a compound word formed from 'ἀ-' (a-, intensive prefix) and 'τείνω' (teinō, to stretch).

Inflection: First Person Plural, Aorist, Active, Subjunctive

Synonyms: ΒΛΕΠΩ, ΟΡΑΩ, ΕΜΒΛΕΠΩ

Etymology: The word ἀτενίζω (atenizō) is derived from the intensive prefix ἀ- (a-) and the verb τείνω (teinō), meaning 'to stretch'. Thus, it literally means 'to stretch one's gaze' or 'to strain one's sight'.

G1391

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: DOK-say

Translations: glory, a glory, honor, an honor, splendor, a splendor, majesty, a majesty, renown, a renown, reputation, a reputation, dignity, a dignity

Notes: This word refers to glory, honor, splendor, or majesty. It can describe the inherent nature of God, the visible manifestation of His presence, or the esteem and reputation of a person. It is often used in contexts of praise, worship, or divine revelation. It can also refer to human reputation or dignity.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΤΙΜΗ, ΚΛΕΟΣ, ΦΗΜΗ

Etymology: The word ΔΟΞΑ (doxa) comes from the Greek verb δοκέω (dokeō), meaning 'to seem, to appear, to think, to suppose'. Over time, it evolved to mean 'opinion, reputation, honor, and then glory'.

G3739

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Part of Speech: Relative Pronoun, Conjunction

Sounds like: HOS

Translations: who, which, what, that, as, how, when

Notes: The word 'ΟΣ' is a versatile relative pronoun in Koine Greek, meaning 'who,' 'which,' or 'that,' depending on the context and the gender, number, and case it agrees with. It introduces a relative clause, linking it to a preceding noun or pronoun. It can also function as a conjunction, meaning 'as,' 'how,' or 'when,' indicating manner or time.

Inflection: Masculine, Singular, Nominative

Etymology: The word 'ΟΣ' is an ancient Greek word, tracing its origins back to Proto-Indo-European roots. It has been a fundamental part of the Greek language's grammatical structure for millennia, serving to connect clauses and introduce relative information.

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.

G5218

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: hoo-pah-KO-ay

Translations: obedience, a hearing, a hearkening, submission

Notes: This word refers to the act of listening attentively and responding to what is heard, leading to compliance or submission. It is a compound word formed from 'ὑπό' (hypo, under) and 'ἀκούω' (akouō, to hear), literally meaning 'a hearing under'. It implies a readiness to obey or a state of being subject to authority.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΕΙΘΑΡΧΙΑ, ΥΠΟΤΑΓΗ

Etymology: From the Greek preposition 'ὑπό' (hypo, under) and the verb 'ἀκούω' (akouō, to hear), meaning to hear under or to listen attentively, leading to compliance.

G1342

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Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: dee-KAH-ee-oss

Translations: righteous, just, upright, fair, a righteous one, a just one

Notes: This word describes someone or something that is righteous, just, or in conformity with divine or human law. It can refer to a person who acts morally and ethically, or to an action that is considered fair and equitable. When used as a noun, it refers to a righteous person.

Inflection: Masculine, Nominative, Singular (can also be used substantively as a noun)

Synonyms: ΑΓΑΘΟΣ, ΟΣΙΟΣ, ΕΥΘΥΣ

Etymology: This word comes from the Greek word δίκη (dikē), meaning 'justice' or 'right'. It describes that which is in accordance with justice or right.

G2147

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Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: yoo-re-THAYS

Translations: found, having been found, being found, a found one

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'to find'. It describes something or someone that has been discovered or located. It is used to indicate a state of having been found, often implying a result or condition. For example, it could be used in a sentence like 'the book, having been found, was returned to its owner'.

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

Synonyms: ΑΝΕΥΡΕΘΕΙΣ, ΚΑΤΑΛΗΦΘΕΙΣ

G3346

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: meh-teh-TETH-ee

Translations: was translated, was transferred, was removed, was changed

Notes: This word is the aorist passive form of the verb 'metatithēmi', meaning 'to transfer', 'to change', or 'to translate'. As a passive verb, it indicates that the subject was the recipient of the action, meaning 'he/she/it was transferred' or 'he/she/it was changed'. It is often used in contexts of moving someone or something from one place or state to another.

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

Synonyms: ΜΕΤΑΒΑΙΝΩ, ΜΕΤΑΚΙΝΕΩ, ΜΕΤΑΛΛΑΣΣΩ

Etymology: The word 'metatithēmi' is a compound verb formed from 'meta' (meaning 'with', 'after', or indicating change) and 'tithēmi' (meaning 'to place' or 'to put'). Thus, it literally means 'to place differently' or 'to change the placement of'.

G4103

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Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: PIS-tos

Translations: faithful, trustworthy, believing, true, a faithful one

Notes: This word describes someone or something that is reliable, dependable, and worthy of trust. It can refer to a person who is faithful in their commitments or beliefs, or to God who is true to His promises. When used as a noun, it refers to a 'faithful one' or 'believer'. It is often used to describe someone who has faith or is a follower of a particular belief.

Inflection: Masculine, Nominative, Singular

Synonyms: ΑΛΗΘΙΝΟΣ, ΔΙΚΑΙΟΣ, ΕΥΣΕΒΗΣ

Etymology: From the verb 'πείθω' (peithō), meaning 'to persuade' or 'to trust'. It relates to the concept of being persuaded or having trust, thus leading to the meaning of being trustworthy or faithful.

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'.

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

G3824

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pa-lin-ge-ne-SEE-an

Translations: regeneration, renewal, new birth, a regeneration, a renewal, a new birth

Notes: This word is a compound noun meaning 'new birth' or 'regeneration'. It refers to a spiritual or moral renewal, a complete change of life, or a restoration to a former state. It can also refer to the restoration of the world to its original perfect state. In a sentence, it would describe the process or state of being reborn or renewed.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΝΑΚΑΙΝΩΣΙΣ, ΑΝΑΓΕΝΝΗΣΙΣ

Etymology: The word is a compound of two Greek words: πάλιν (palin), meaning 'again' or 'anew', and γένεσις (genesis), meaning 'birth' or 'origin'. Thus, it literally means 'birth again' or 'origin anew'.

G2889

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KOH-smoh

Translations: to the world, for the world, to an adornment, for an adornment, to an order, for an order

Notes: This word is the dative singular form of the noun 'κόσμος' (kosmos). It refers to an orderly arrangement, an adornment, or the world itself, often implying the created universe or humanity. In its dative form, it typically indicates the indirect object of an action, meaning 'to' or 'for' the world, order, or adornment, depending on the context. It can also be used to indicate location or instrument.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΟΥΜΕΝΗ, ΑΙΩΝ

Etymology: The word 'κόσμος' (kosmos) is of uncertain origin, but it is thought to be related to the verb 'κοσμέω' (kosmeō), meaning 'to arrange, to order, to adorn'. It originally referred to order or arrangement, particularly in military or governmental contexts, and later came to mean 'adornment' or 'decoration'. From there, it evolved to describe the ordered universe, and by extension, the world.

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'.

G3588

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Part of Speech: Definite Article, Relative Pronoun, Letter

Sounds like: OH

Translations: the, who, which, O

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

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

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

G1203

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: des-PO-tays

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΚΥΡΙΟΣ, ΑΥΘΕΝΤΗΣ

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

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.

G1525

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Part of Speech: Participle, Verb

Sounds like: ice-EL-thon-tah

Translations: having entered, entering, who entered, to enter

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle, meaning 'having entered' or 'entering'. It describes an action that has been completed or is in the process of being completed by the subject. It often functions like an adjective, modifying a noun or pronoun, or as an adverb, indicating the circumstances of the main verb's action. It can be translated in various ways depending on the context, such as 'when he entered' or 'the one who entered'.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Participle, Accusative, Masculine or Neuter, Singular; or Accusative, Masculine, Feminine, or Neuter, Plural

Synonyms: ἘΜΒΑΊΝΟΝΤΑ, ἘΜΠΟΡΕΥΌΜΕΝΟΝ

G3671

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: oh-moh-NOY-ah

Translations: concord, agreement, unanimity, unity, a concord, an agreement, a unanimity, a unity

Notes: This word refers to a state of agreement, harmony, or unity among people. It describes a shared mindset or purpose, often implying a lack of conflict or division. It is a compound word derived from 'ὁμός' (homos), meaning 'same' or 'common', and 'νοῦς' (nous), meaning 'mind' or 'understanding'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΥΜΦΩΝΙΑ, ΕΙΡΗΝΗ, ΕΝΟΤΗΣ

Etymology: From the Greek adjective ὁμόνοος (homonoos), meaning 'of one mind' or 'agreeing'. It is formed from ὁμός (homos, 'same') and νοῦς (nous, 'mind').

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