2001 Translation

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.

G3326

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'.

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).

G0246

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: al-LO-fy-looss

Translations: foreign, of another tribe, alien, a foreigner, an alien

Notes: This word describes someone or something that belongs to a different tribe, race, or nation. It signifies being foreign or alien, not belonging to the same people or group. It is often used to refer to non-Israelites or Gentiles in a biblical context.

Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΞΕΝΟΣ, ΑΛΛΟΓΕΝΗΣ

Etymology: Derived from ΑΛΛΟΣ (ALLOS), meaning 'other', and ΦΥΛΗ (PHYLE), meaning 'tribe' or 'race'. It literally means 'of another tribe'.

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: ow-TOOS

Translations: them, themselves, him, it, the same

Notes: This word is an inflected form of the pronoun 'ΑΥΤΟΣ' (autos). In this specific form, it is used to mean 'them' or 'themselves' when referring to masculine plural nouns in the accusative case. It can also function as an intensive pronoun meaning 'himself', 'herself', 'itself', or 'the same' depending on the context and agreement with the noun it modifies. When used as a personal pronoun, it often refers back to a previously mentioned noun.

Inflection: Accusative, Masculine, Plural

Synonyms: ΕΚΕΙΝΟΥΣ, ΣΦΑΣ

G2983

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EH-lah-ben

Translations: he took, she took, it took, he received, she received, it received, he got, she got, it got

Notes: This is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, meaning 'to take,' 'to receive,' or 'to get.' It describes a completed action in the past performed by a single subject (he, she, or it). For example, it can be used in a sentence like 'He took the book' or 'She received the gift.'

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

Synonyms: ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΟΜΙΖΩ, ΑΙΡΕΩ

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.

G1537

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: EK

Translations: out of, from, of, by, among, with

Notes: This word is a preposition that typically governs the genitive case. It denotes origin, source, or separation, indicating movement 'out of' or 'from' a place, time, or cause. It can also signify the material from which something is made, the agent by whom something is done, or the reason for an action. For example, it can mean 'out of the house' or 'from that day'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΑΠΟ, ΠΑΡΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *eǵʰs, meaning 'out'. It is cognate with Latin ex- and English out.

G5495

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KHEI-ross

Translations: of hand, of a hand, of the hand, of power, of authority, of control

Notes: This is the genitive singular form of the noun 'χείρ' (cheir), meaning 'hand'. In Koine Greek, 'hand' can refer not only to the physical limb but also metaphorically to power, authority, control, or agency. When used in the genitive case, it often indicates possession, origin, or the agent by which something is done, thus translating to 'of hand' or 'by the hand of'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΥΝΑΜΙΣ, ΕΞΟΥΣΙΑ

Etymology: The word 'χείρ' (cheir) comes from Proto-Indo-European *ǵʰesr-, meaning 'hand'. It is related to words for hand in other Indo-European languages.

G0246

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: al-lo-FY-lon

Translations: (of) foreigners, (of) aliens, (of) strangers, (of) other tribes, (of) Philistines

Notes: This word refers to people of another tribe, nation, or race, essentially meaning 'foreigners' or 'aliens'. It is a compound word formed from 'ἄλλος' (allos), meaning 'other', and 'φυλή' (phylē), meaning 'tribe' or 'race'. In some contexts, particularly in the Septuagint (the Greek Old Testament), it specifically refers to the Philistines, who were a foreign people to the Israelites. It is used to describe those who are not part of one's own people or group.

Inflection: Genitive, Plural, Masculine

Synonyms: ΞΕΝΟΙ, ΕΘΝΗ

Etymology: The word is a compound of ἄλλος (allos), meaning 'other', and φυλή (phylē), meaning 'tribe' or 'race'. It literally means 'of another tribe'.

G1510

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: AY-sahn

Translations: they were, they had been

Notes: ΗΣΑΝ is an inflected form of the verb 'ΕΙΜΙ' (eimi), meaning 'to be'. Specifically, it is the third person plural imperfect indicative form. It describes an ongoing or continuous state or action in the past, often translated as 'they were' or 'they used to be'. It is commonly used to describe the state or existence of multiple subjects in a past context.

Inflection: Third Person, Plural, Imperfect, Indicative

Etymology: The Koine Greek verb ΕΙΜΙ (eimi) derives from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to be' or 'to exist'. It is one of the most fundamental and frequently used verbs in the language, indicating existence, state, or identity.

G3476

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: moh-AB

Translations: Moab

Notes: This is a proper noun referring to Moab, an ancient kingdom whose territory is located in modern-day Jordan. The apostrophe at the end (keraia) indicates that the word is being used as a numeral, specifically the number 4004. However, in the provided context, it is clearly used as the name of the kingdom or people.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative

Etymology: The name 'Moab' is of Hebrew origin (H4124 מוֹאָב), meaning 'from father' or 'his father'. It refers to the son of Lot, from whom the Moabite people descended.

G5342

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: FEH-ron-tes

Translations: bearing, carrying, bringing, enduring, leading, those who bear, those who carry, those who bring

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb ΦΕΡΩ, meaning 'to bear,' 'to carry,' 'to bring,' or 'to endure.' As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action performed by the subject. It can be translated as 'bearing,' 'carrying,' or 'those who bear/carry,' depending on the context. It describes an ongoing action.

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

Synonyms: ΑΓΩ, ΒΑΣΤΑΖΩ, ΚΟΜΙΖΩ

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ah-drah-ZAH-reh-ee

Translations: Hadadezer

Notes: This word is a proper noun, likely a transliteration of a Hebrew name into Greek. In the provided context, it refers to Hadadezer, the king of Zobah, an Aramean kingdom. It is used as a direct object in the accusative case, indicating the person upon whom an action is performed.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine

Etymology: This word is a transliteration of the Hebrew name Hadadezer (הֲדַדְעֶזֶר), meaning 'Hadad is help' or 'Hadad is my help'. Hadad was a prominent Semitic storm god.

G4198

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: por-yoo-MEH-noo

Translations: going, of going, of one going, of those going, of him going, of them going, of traveling, of one traveling, of those traveling

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'to go' or 'to travel'. It describes someone or something that is in the process of going or traveling. As a genitive participle, it often functions like a possessive or descriptive phrase, indicating 'of one who is going' or 'of those who are going', depending on the context and number. It can be used to describe the action of a subject without being the main verb of the sentence.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Participle, Singular or Plural, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΒΑΙΝΩ, ΟΔΕΥΩ

G2186

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ep-is-TEE-seh

Translations: he stood over, he stood by, he came upon, he set over, he appointed, he applied, he paid attention

Notes: This word is a verb indicating an action of standing over, standing by, coming upon, or setting something/someone over. It can also mean to appoint someone to a position, to apply oneself to something, or to pay attention. The meaning can vary depending on the context and the case of the object it takes. For example, with a dative object, it often means to stand by or come upon, while with an accusative object, it can mean to set over or appoint.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΙΣΤΗΜΙ, ΠΡΟΣΕΧΩ, ΤΙΘΗΜΙ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἐπί (epi, 'upon, over') and ἵστημι (histēmi, 'to stand, to set'). It literally means 'to stand upon' or 'to set upon'.

G1909

Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb

Sounds like: EP-ee

Translations: on, upon, over, to, against, at, in, by, for, concerning, during, after, of, a

Notes: This word is a very common preposition and adverb in Koine Greek. As a preposition, its meaning changes significantly depending on the case of the noun it governs. With the genitive case, it often means 'on,' 'upon,' 'over,' 'in the time of,' or 'concerning.' With the dative case, it can mean 'on,' 'at,' 'by,' 'for,' or 'in addition to.' With the accusative case, it typically means 'to,' 'against,' 'upon,' 'over,' or 'for the purpose of.' It is also frequently used as a prefix in compound words, adding a sense of 'upon,' 'over,' 'to,' or 'in addition.'

Inflection: Governs Genitive, Dative, and Accusative cases. Does not inflect itself.

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΥΠΕΡ, ΚΑΤΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *opi, meaning 'on, near, against'. It is cognate with Latin ob and Sanskrit api.

G4291

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pro-ka-te-LA-be-to

Translations: he seized beforehand, he took possession of, he occupied, he anticipated, he surprised

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the prefixes πρό (pro, 'before') and κατά (kata, 'down, completely') and the verb λαμβάνω (lambanō, 'to take, seize'). It means to seize or take possession of something beforehand, to anticipate an action, or to surprise someone by acting first. It implies securing something before others can, or taking control of a situation preemptively.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΚΑΤΕΧΩ

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: ow-TOH

Translations: (to) him, (to) her, (to) it, (to) them, (for) him, (for) her, (for) it, (for) them, himself, herself, itself, themselves, the same

Notes: This word is a personal pronoun that can also function as an adjective. In its pronominal use, it typically means 'him', 'her', 'it', or 'them', depending on the gender and number. When used intensively, it can mean 'himself', 'herself', 'itself', or 'themselves', emphasizing the subject. As an adjective, it means 'the same'. The form ΑΥΤΩ is in the dative case, indicating the indirect object of an action, often translated with 'to' or 'for'.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ, ΟΥΤΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΑΥΤΟΣ is of uncertain origin, possibly from a demonstrative pronominal stem. It is a fundamental pronoun in Greek, used across various dialects and periods.

G3886

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: par-eh-LYOO-sen

Translations: he/she/it paralyzed, he/she/it disabled, he/she/it weakened

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb 'παραλύω' (paralyzō). It means 'he/she/it paralyzed,' 'disabled,' or 'weakened.' It describes an action completed in the past, indicating that someone or something caused another to become unable to move or function properly, or to lose strength.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΛΥΩ, ΧΑΛΑΩ, ΑΣΘΕΝΕΩ

Etymology: The word παραλύω (paralyzō) is a compound verb formed from the preposition παρά (para), meaning 'beside' or 'alongside,' and the verb λύω (lyō), meaning 'to loose,' 'to untie,' or 'to release.' The combination suggests a loosening or disabling alongside, leading to the meaning of paralyzing or weakening.

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.

G5277

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: hoo-peh-LIH-peh-toh

Translations: remained, was left, was remaining

Notes: This word describes something that was left behind or remained after a process or event. It is often used to indicate a remnant or what survived. For example, 'nothing was left' or 'a few people remained'.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Middle/Passive, Third Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΛΕΙΠΩ, ΚΑΤΑΛΕΙΠΩ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ὑπό (hypó, 'under, below') and λείπω (leípō, 'to leave'). It literally means 'to leave under' or 'to leave behind'.

G1537, G1803

Part of Speech: Preposition, Numeral

Sounds like: eks

Translations: out of, from, by, of, six

Notes: This word can function in two main ways. As a preposition, it means 'out of' or 'from', indicating origin, source, or separation. It is always used with the genitive case. It can also denote the agent or cause of something. As a numeral, it means 'six'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΑΠΟ, ΕΚ, ΕΞΑ

Etymology: As a preposition, it comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'out'. As a numeral, it comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'six'.

G2064

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EEL-then

Translations: he came, she came, it came, he went, she went, it went

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'he/she/it came' or 'he/she/it went'. It is the third person singular aorist indicative active form of the verb 'ἔρχομαι' (erchomai), which means 'to come' or 'to go'. It describes a completed action of movement in the past.

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

Synonyms: ΗΚΕΝ, ΕΒΗ

Etymology: The verb 'ἔρχομαι' (erchomai) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to move' or 'to go'.

G1154

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: dah-mas-KOO

Translations: of Damascus

Notes: This is the genitive singular form of the proper noun 'Damascus', referring to the ancient city in Syria. It is used to indicate possession or origin, similar to saying 'of Damascus' or 'Damascus'' in English. For example, it might be used in phrases like 'the king of Damascus' or 'the people of Damascus'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Etymology: The name 'Damascus' is of ancient Semitic origin, possibly meaning 'well-watered place'. It has been continuously inhabited for millennia and is one of the oldest cities in the world.

G0997

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: boh-ay-THEE-seh

Translations: he will help, he will assist, he will come to the aid of, he will succor

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to help' or 'to assist'. It describes the action of providing aid or support to someone. It is often used in contexts where someone is in need of assistance or rescue.

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Future Indicative, Active Voice

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΑΝΤΙΛΑΜΒΑΝΟΜΑΙ, ΕΠΙΚΟΥΡΕΩ, ΣΥΝΕΡΓΕΩ

Etymology: The word βοήθεια (boētheia, 'help') is derived from βοή (boē, 'a cry, shout') and θέω (theō, 'to run'). Thus, it originally meant 'to run at a cry for help', evolving into the general sense of 'to help' or 'to assist'.

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ah-DRAH-zah

Translations: Hadadezer

Notes: This word is a proper noun, likely a variant spelling or a scribal error for 'Hadadezer', a king of Zobah mentioned in the Old Testament. The provided examples show it being used as the name of a king, specifically 'Hadadezer king of Zobah'. The spelling 'ΑΔΡΑΖΑΡ' (ADRAZAR) is more common for this name in the Septuagint.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative

Synonyms: ΑΔΡΑΖΑΡ

Etymology: This is a transliteration of a Semitic name, likely Aramaic or Hebrew, meaning 'Hadad is help' or 'Hadad is my help'. Hadad was a prominent storm and rain god in ancient Near Eastern religions.

G1722

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: EN

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

Notes: This word is a common preposition in Koine Greek. Its primary meaning is 'in' or 'within,' indicating location, time, or state. It always takes the dative case. Depending on the context, it can also be translated as 'on,' 'among,' 'with' (indicating accompaniment or instrument), 'by' (indicating means or agent), or 'at.' Sometimes it can imply motion into a place, similar to 'into' or 'to,' especially when the context suggests movement towards a location where something then resides.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *en, meaning 'in' or 'into'. It is cognate with English 'in'.

G4951

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: SY-roh

Translations: to drag, to draw, to pull, to haul

Notes: This verb means to drag, draw, or pull something, often implying a forceful or reluctant movement. It can be used to describe moving objects or people by pulling them along the ground or through water. For example, one might drag a net, pull a boat, or drag someone against their will.

Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, First Person Singular

Synonyms: ΕΛΚΩ, ΣΠΑΣΩ

Etymology: From an uncertain root, possibly related to the idea of drawing or pulling. It is thought to be an onomatopoeic word, imitating the sound of dragging.

G5087

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EH-theh-toh

Translations: he placed, he put, he laid, he set, he appointed, he made, he established, he laid down, he laid up, he put for himself, he placed for himself, he laid for himself, he set for himself

Notes: This word is the third person singular, aorist indicative middle voice of the verb ΤΙΘΗΜΙ (tithemi), meaning 'to put, place, lay, or set'. In the middle voice, the action is performed by the subject for their own benefit or with a particular interest in the outcome, or it can simply be a reflexive action. Therefore, it often translates as 'he/she/it put/placed/laid/set for himself/herself/itself' or 'he/she/it made/appointed for himself/herself/itself'. It can also mean 'to establish' or 'to lay down' (as in a law or a life).

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Middle Voice, Third Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΙΣΤΗΜΙ, ΚΑΘΙΣΤΗΜΙ, ΤΑΣΣΩ

Etymology: The verb ΤΙΘΗΜΙ (tithemi) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *dʰeh₁-, meaning 'to put, place, set'. It is a fundamental verb in Greek, with many derivatives and compounds.

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.

G2596

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.

G1154

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: dah-MAS-koh

Translations: Damascus, (to) Damascus, (in) Damascus

Notes: This word refers to Damascus, an ancient city in Syria. It is a proper noun, indicating a specific place. In the provided context, it is used with a preposition (ἐν, 'in') to indicate location, meaning 'in Damascus'.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine

Etymology: The name 'Damascus' is of ancient Semitic origin, with its roots in Aramaic and Akkadian languages. It has been known by various forms throughout history, consistently referring to the prominent city in Syria.

G1519, G1520

Part of Speech: Preposition, Numeral

Sounds like: EES

Translations: into, to, for, toward, among, in, a, an, one

Notes: As a preposition, ΕΙΣ (eis) indicates motion or direction towards a place, person, or purpose, often translated as 'into,' 'to,' or 'for.' It always takes the accusative case. For example, 'into the house' or 'to God.' It can also be used to express purpose or result. As a numeral, ΕΙΣ (heis) means 'one' and is the masculine nominative singular form, often translated as 'a,' 'an,' or 'one.'

Inflection: Preposition: Does not inflect. Numeral: Masculine, Nominative, Singular (other forms exist for other genders and cases).

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΕΝ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *en-s, an extended form of the preposition *en (in).

G3816

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PAI-das

Translations: children, boys, servants, slaves

Notes: This word refers to children, particularly boys, but can also denote young people in general, or even servants and slaves regardless of age, depending on the context. It is used here in the accusative plural form, indicating that the children/boys/servants are the direct object of a verb or the object of a preposition.

Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΤΕΚΝΑ, ΥΙΟΙ, ΔΟΥΛΟΙ

Etymology: The word 'ΠΑΙΣ' comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'child' or 'boy'. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages that refer to young people or offspring.

G4982

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ES-oh-sen

Translations: he saved, she saved, it saved, he delivered, she delivered, it delivered, he preserved, she preserved, it preserved, he healed, she healed, it healed

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist indicative active form of the verb 'σῴζω' (sōzō), meaning 'to save,' 'to deliver,' 'to preserve,' or 'to heal.' It describes a completed action in the past, indicating that 'he,' 'she,' or 'it' performed the act of saving or delivering.

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

Synonyms: ΡΥΟΜΑΙ, ΔΙΑΣΩΖΩ, ΘΕΡΑΠΕΥΩ

G2962

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KOO-ree-os

Translations: Lord, a Lord, Master, a Master, Sir, a Sir

Notes: This is a nomina sacra, a sacred name abbreviation, for ΚΥΡΙΟΣ (Kyrios). It refers to a supreme authority, master, or owner. It is frequently used in the New Testament to refer to God or Jesus Christ, signifying their divine authority and sovereignty. It can also be used as a respectful address, similar to 'Sir'.

Inflection: Nominative, Singular, Masculine

Synonyms: ΔΕΣΠΟΤΗΣ, ΘΕΟΣ, ΒΑΣΙΛΕΥΣ

Etymology: The word ΚΥΡΙΟΣ derives from the Proto-Indo-European root *keu- meaning 'to swell, to be strong, to be powerful'. It refers to one who has power or authority.

G3739

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: OYS

Translations: to whom, to which, to what

Notes: This word is a relative pronoun, meaning 'to whom', 'to which', or 'to what'. It is used to introduce a relative clause, connecting it to a noun or pronoun in the main clause. It indicates the indirect object of the verb in the relative clause, showing to whom or to what an action is directed. It can refer to people or things and is used for all genders.

Inflection: Dative, Plural, All genders

Synonyms: ΤΙΣ, ὉΠΟΙΟΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is related to the demonstrative pronoun and is a common form for relative pronouns across Indo-European languages.

G2807

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: kloi-OOS

Translations: collar, a collar, chain, a chain, fetter, a fetter, shackle, a shackle

Notes: This word refers to a collar, chain, or fetter, often used to bind or restrain. It can describe a metal ring or band placed around the neck, wrists, or ankles, or a chain used for similar purposes. It is typically used in the plural to refer to multiple chains or shackles.

Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΔΕΣΜΟΣ, ΑΛΥΣΙΣ, ΠΕΔΗ

Etymology: The origin of this word is uncertain, but it is thought to be related to the verb κλείω (kleiō), meaning 'to shut' or 'to close'.

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.

G5342

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EE-neng-ken

Translations: he brought, she brought, it brought, he carried, she carried, it carried, he bore, she bore, it bore

Notes: This is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb 'φέρω' (phero), which means 'to bear,' 'to carry,' or 'to bring.' It describes a completed action in the past performed by a single subject (he, she, or it). For example, it could be used in a sentence like 'He brought the gift.'

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

Synonyms: ΚΟΜΙΖΩ, ΑΓΩ, ΒΑΣΤΑΖΩ

G2419

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

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

Translations: Jerusalem

Notes: This word is a scribal abbreviation for the proper noun 'Jerusalem' (Ἱερουσαλήμ). It refers to the ancient city in the Middle East, significant in Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions. The overlines indicate a contraction, a common practice in ancient manuscripts to save space. The final apostrophe-like mark (keraia) often indicates a numerical value, but in this context, it's more likely a scribal mark for abbreviation or a variant of the overline, or even a misinterpretation of the overline itself. It functions as the name of the city in various grammatical cases depending on context.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Genitive, Dative, or Accusative (depending on context, as the abbreviation is often used for all cases)

Etymology: The name 'Jerusalem' is of Semitic origin, derived from ancient Hebrew 'Yerushalayim', meaning 'foundation of Shalem' or 'city of peace'.

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.

G1588

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: ek-lek-TON

Translations: of the chosen, of the elect, of the select, of the chosen ones, of the elect ones

Notes: This word refers to those who have been chosen or selected, often with a connotation of being specially favored or set apart. It can function as an adjective modifying a noun, or as a substantive noun referring to 'the chosen ones' or 'the elect'. In a religious context, it frequently refers to those chosen by God for a specific purpose or for salvation.

Inflection: Genitive, Plural, Masculine, Feminine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΕΚΛΟΓΗ, ΕΠΙΛΕΚΤΟΣ, ΑΓΙΟΣ

G4171

Part of Speech: Noun, Proper Noun

Sounds like: POH-leh-mohn

Translations: war, battle, fight, of wars, of battles, of fights, Polemon

Notes: This word can refer to a war, battle, or fight. It is often used in the plural to refer to multiple conflicts. It can also be used as a proper noun, referring to the personal name Polemon. In the provided examples, it appears both as a common noun in the genitive plural (meaning 'of wars') and potentially as a proper noun (Polemon).

Inflection: Singular, Nominative (Proper Noun); Plural, Genitive (Common Noun)

Synonyms: ΜΑΧΗ, ΕΡΙΣ, ΑΓΩΝ

G2983

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EH-lah-beh

Translations: he took, she took, it took, he received, she received, it received

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb 'λαμβάνω' (lambanō), meaning 'to take' or 'to receive'. It describes a completed action in the past, indicating that 'he,' 'she,' or 'it' took or received something. For example, it can be used in a sentence like 'He took the book' or 'She received the gift.'

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

Synonyms: ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΟΜΙΖΩ, ΑΙΡΩ

G4183

Part of Speech: Adverb, Adjective

Sounds like: PO-loo

Translations: much, many, great, greatly, often, a lot

Notes: This word is commonly used to indicate a large quantity, degree, or frequency. As an adverb, it means 'much,' 'greatly,' or 'often,' modifying verbs or adjectives. As an adjective, it means 'much' (for singular nouns) or 'many' (for plural nouns), describing the quantity of something. It can also mean 'great' in terms of size or importance.

Inflection: Neuter, Singular (as adjective); Does not inflect (as adverb)

Synonyms: ΠΟΛΛΑ, ΠΛΕΙΟΝ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'much' or 'many'. It is a very common word across various Indo-European languages.

G4672

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: sah-loh-MOHN

Translations: Solomon

Notes: This is the name of King Solomon, the son of David and Bathsheba, who succeeded his father as king of Israel. He is renowned for his wisdom, wealth, and the construction of the First Temple in Jerusalem. The word is used to refer specifically to this historical figure.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine

Etymology: The Greek name Σαλωμών (Salōmōn) is a transliteration of the Hebrew name שְׁלֹמֹה (Shelomoh), which is derived from the Hebrew root שָׁלֹם (shalom), meaning 'peace'. Thus, Solomon's name is often interpreted as 'peaceful' or 'man of peace'.

G2281

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: THAH-lah-ssah

Translations: sea, a sea

Notes: This word refers to a large body of salt water, such as an ocean or a large lake. It is commonly used to describe the Mediterranean Sea or other significant bodies of water. It can be used in various contexts, often indicating a place of travel, danger, or a source of resources.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΕΛΑΓΟΣ, ΩΚΕΑΝΟΣ

Etymology: The word "thalassa" is of pre-Greek, Pelasgian origin, meaning it predates the arrival of Indo-European speakers in Greece.

G4632

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: SKEV-ee

Translations: vessel, a vessel, instrument, an instrument, implement, an implement, goods, baggage, equipment, furniture

Notes: This word refers to an object or implement used for a particular purpose, such as a container (vessel), a tool (instrument), or personal belongings (goods, baggage). It can also refer to household items or equipment. It is often used in the plural to denote a collection of such items.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Accusative, or Vocative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΕΞΑΡΤΥΣΙΣ, ΟΠΛΑ, ΠΡΑΓΜΑΤΑ

Etymology: The word derives from the verb σκευάζω (skeuazō), meaning 'to prepare, make ready, or equip'. It is related to the idea of things that are prepared or made for use.

G0191

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ee-KOO-sen

Translations: he heard, she heard, it heard, he listened, she listened, it listened, he understood, she understood, it understood

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to hear', 'to listen', or 'to understand'. It is used to describe the action of perceiving sound or comprehending information. As an aorist tense verb, it describes a completed action in the past, without specifying its duration. It is in the third person singular, meaning the subject is 'he', 'she', or 'it'.

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

Synonyms: ΕΙΣΑΚΟΥΩ, ΠΡΟΣΕΧΩ

G0935

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: bah-see-LEHFS

Translations: king, a king, ruler, sovereign

Notes: This word refers to a king or a ruler, someone who holds supreme authority over a territory or people. It is commonly used to denote a monarch or sovereign. In a sentence, it would function as a noun, often as the subject or object, indicating the person in power.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΡΧΩΝ, ΗΓΕΜΩΝ, ΚΥΡΙΟΣ

Etymology: From an uncertain root, possibly related to a word meaning 'base' or 'foundation', suggesting one who stands at the foundation of power or authority. It has been used since ancient Greek times to refer to a monarch.

G3754

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Relative Pronoun

Sounds like: OH-tee

Translations: that, because, for, since, how, what, which

Notes: ΟΤΙ is a versatile word in Koine Greek, primarily functioning as a conjunction meaning 'that', 'because', 'for', or 'since'. It can introduce a clause explaining a reason or consequence, or it can introduce direct speech, similar to how quotation marks function in English. It can also act as a relative pronoun meaning 'what' or 'which'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΟΤΙ, ΕΠΕΙ, ΓΑΡ

Etymology: The word ΟΤΙ is derived from the neuter accusative singular of the relative pronoun ὅστις (hostis), meaning 'whoever, whatever'. Over time, it evolved to function primarily as a conjunction.

G649

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-PEH-steh-len

Translations: he sent, he sent away, he dispatched

Notes: This word describes the action of sending someone or something away, often with a specific purpose or mission. It implies a delegation of authority or a dispatching from one place to another. It is frequently used in the context of sending messengers, apostles, or even objects.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΠΕΜΠΩ, ΕΞΑΠΟΣΤΕΛΛΩ

Etymology: The word ἀποστέλλω (apostellō) is a compound word formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb στέλλω (stellō), meaning 'to send' or 'to prepare'. Thus, it literally means 'to send away from'.

H3124

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ee-DOO-ram

Translations: Idouram, Joram, Hadoram, Adoram

Notes: Idouram is a proper noun, specifically a masculine personal name. It is a transliteration of a Hebrew name, often appearing in the Old Testament. It refers to a specific individual, such as the son of Tou (or Toi), king of Hamath, who was sent to King David.

Inflection: Singular, Masculine, Nominative

Etymology: The name Idouram is a Greek transliteration of the Hebrew name יְהוֹרָם (Yehoram) or אֲדֹרָם (Adoram/Hadoram), meaning 'Yahweh is exalted' or 'my lord is exalted'.

G4314

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: PROSS

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΕΙΣ, ΕΠΙ, ΠΑΡΑ

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

G3588, G3778

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.

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: OW-toh

Translations: him, it, himself, itself, the same, this, that, of him, of it, to him, to it

Notes: ΑΥΤΟ is an inflected form of the third-person pronoun or demonstrative adjective ΑΥΤΟΣ. As a pronoun, it refers to 'him', 'her', or 'it', depending on gender and number. As an adjective, it can mean 'the same' or 'this/that very one'. It can also be used intensively to emphasize the subject, meaning 'himself' or 'itself'. Its meaning often depends on its position in the sentence relative to the noun it modifies.

Inflection: Neuter, Nominative or Accusative, Singular

Synonyms: ΟΔΕ, ΟΥΤΟΣ

G1515

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ei-RAY-nayn

Translations: peace, a peace, tranquility, harmony, rest

Notes: This word refers to a state of peace, tranquility, or harmony. It can describe a cessation of conflict, a sense of well-being, or a harmonious relationship between individuals or groups. It is often used in contexts of spiritual or social peace.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΗϹΥΧΙΑ, ΓΑΛΗΝΗ, ΑΝΑΠΑΥϹΙϹ

Etymology: The word ΕΙΡΗΝΗ (eirēnē) is derived from the Greek verb εἴρω (eirō), meaning 'to join' or 'to bind together'. It originally conveyed the idea of a state of being joined together in unity and harmony, leading to the meaning of peace.

G2127

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: yoo-loh-GAY-sai

Translations: to bless, to praise, to speak well of, to consecrate, to invoke a blessing upon

Notes: This word means to bless, praise, or speak well of someone or something. It can also mean to consecrate or invoke a blessing upon. In the context of God, it often refers to praising God or asking for His blessing. It is a compound word formed from 'ευ' (eu), meaning 'good' or 'well', and 'λογος' (logos), meaning 'word' or 'speech', literally 'to speak well'.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΕΠΑΙΝΕΩ, ΕΥΧΑΡΙΣΤΕΩ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek 'εὐλογέω' (eulogéō), a compound of 'εὖ' (eû, 'good, well') and 'λόγος' (lógos, 'word, speech'). It originally meant 'to speak well of' and later acquired the religious sense of 'to bless'.

G5228

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: hoo-PER

Translations: over, above, for, on behalf of, concerning, beyond, more than

Notes: ΥΠΕΡ is a Koine Greek preposition. Its meaning varies depending on the grammatical case of the noun it governs. When used with the genitive case, it often means 'on behalf of', 'for the sake of', 'concerning', or 'instead of'. When used with the accusative case, it typically means 'over', 'above', 'beyond', or 'more than', often indicating position or motion.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΠΙ, ΠΕΡΙ, ΑΝΤΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *uperi, meaning 'over, above'. It is cognate with English 'over' and Latin 'super'.

G3756, G3757

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.

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: ow-TON

Translations: him, it, them, himself, itself, the same

Notes: This word is an inflection of the pronoun 'ΑΥΤΟΣ'. It can function as a personal pronoun meaning 'him' or 'it' (singular), or 'them' (plural). It can also be used as an intensive pronoun, meaning 'himself' or 'itself', emphasizing the subject. Additionally, when used with an article, it can function as an adjective meaning 'the same'. Its meaning depends on the context and whether it's used alone or with an article.

Inflection: Accusative, Masculine or Neuter, Singular; or Accusative, Masculine, Plural

G4190

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: po-LEH-mee-os

Translations: hostile, an enemy, the enemy

Notes: This word can function as an adjective meaning 'hostile' or 'at war', or as a noun meaning 'an enemy' or 'adversary'. It is derived from the word for 'war' (πόλεμος) and describes someone or something that is engaged in conflict or opposition. When used as a noun, it refers to an opponent in battle or a personal foe.

Inflection: Masculine, Nominative, Singular

Synonyms: ΕΧΘΡΟΣ, ΑΝΤΙΚΕΙΜΕΝΟΣ

Etymology: The word πόλεμος (polemos) means 'war' or 'battle'. ΠΟΛΕΜΙΟΣ is derived from this root, indicating a relationship to war or conflict.

G282

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: am-MOHN

Translations: Ammon, Amon

Notes: Ammon refers to a people, a land, or a deity. In the context of the Bible, it most often refers to the Ammonites, a Semitic people descended from Ben-Ammi, the son of Lot. Their territory was east of the Jordan River. It can also refer to their chief deity, Milcom or Molech. The word is used to denote the people or their land.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive

Etymology: From Hebrew 'Ammon (עַמּוֹן), meaning 'people'. It refers to the descendants of Lot through his younger son Ben-Ammi.

G5207

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: HUI-os

Translations: son, a son

Notes: This word refers to a male offspring, a son. It is a masculine noun and is commonly used to denote a direct descendant or, in a broader sense, someone who shares a close relationship or characteristic with another, such as 'sons of God' or 'sons of disobedience'. It can also refer to a young man or a male child.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΤΕΚΝΟΝ, ΠΑΙΣ

Etymology: From an unused root, probably meaning 'to beget'. It is related to the concept of generation and lineage.

G5432

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: phroo-RAS

Translations: of a guard, of a garrison, of a watch, of a prison, guard, garrison, watch, prison

Notes: This word refers to a guard, a garrison, a watch, or a prison. It can denote a body of soldiers stationed to guard a place, the act of guarding, or the place where one is guarded or confined. It is used to describe protection or custody.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΤΗΡΗΣΙΣ, ΦΥΛΑΚΗ

Etymology: From φρουρός (phrouros, "a guard"), which is from προ- (pro-, "before") and ὁράω (horaō, "to see"). Thus, literally "one who sees before" or "one who watches over."

G4982

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EH-soh-zen

Translations: he was saving, he was delivering, he was preserving, he was making whole, he was healing

Notes: This word is the third person singular imperfect indicative active form of the verb 'σῴζω' (sōzō). It describes an ongoing or repeated action in the past, meaning 'he/she/it was saving,' 'was delivering,' 'was preserving,' 'was making whole,' or 'was healing.' It implies a continuous or habitual act of providing salvation, deliverance, or restoration.

Inflection: Third Person, Singular, Imperfect, Indicative, Active

Synonyms: ΡΥΟΜΑΙ, ΔΙΑΣΩΖΩ, ΘΕΡΑΠΕΥΩ

Etymology: The word 'σῴζω' (sōzō) comes from the Greek word 'σῶς' (sōs), meaning 'safe' or 'sound'. It signifies bringing someone or something to a state of safety, health, or wholeness.

G4160

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: poy-OHN

Translations: doing, making, creating, producing, performing, a doer, a maker, the one who does, the one who makes

Notes: ΠΟΙΩΝ is the present active participle of the verb ΠΟΙΕΩ, meaning 'to do' or 'to make'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or a noun, describing someone who is in the act of doing or making something. It can be translated as 'doing' or 'making' when used adjectivally, or as 'the one who does' or 'a doer' when used substantively.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΠΡΑΤΤΩΝ, ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΕΝΟΣ

G2917

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KREE-mah

Translations: judgment, a judgment, condemnation, a condemnation, decision, a decision, sentence, a sentence, punishment, a punishment, justice, a justice

Notes: This word refers to a judgment, decision, or sentence, often with the implication of a legal or divine verdict. It can also refer to the act of judging or the outcome of a judgment, including condemnation or punishment. It is used in contexts ranging from legal proceedings to divine decrees.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΚΡΙΣΙΣ, ΔΙΚΗ, ΚΑΤΑΚΡΙΜΑ

Etymology: From the verb κρίνω (krino), meaning 'to judge, decide, separate'. It refers to the result or outcome of judging.

G1343

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: dih-kah-yoh-SOO-neen

Translations: righteousness, justice, a righteousness

Notes: This word refers to the quality of being righteous or just. It describes a state of moral uprightness, integrity, and conformity to divine or moral law. It is often used in the context of God's character or the standard of conduct expected of believers.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΕΥΘΥΤΗΣ, ΑΡΕΤΗ, ΑΓΙΟΣΥΝΗ

Etymology: The word δικαιοσύνη (dikaiosynē) is derived from the adjective δίκαιος (dikaios), meaning 'righteous' or 'just'. It is formed by adding the suffix -σύνη (-synē), which denotes a state, condition, or quality.

G2992

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: lah-OH

Translations: people, a people, nation, a nation

Notes: This word refers to a people, a nation, or a multitude of individuals, often used in the context of a specific group or community, such as the people of Israel or the people of God. It can be used to describe a general populace or a distinct ethnic or national group.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΕΘΝΟΣ, ΟΧΛΟΣ

Etymology: From an unknown root, possibly related to λᾶς (lās, "stone"), referring to people as "stones" or "foundations." It is also suggested to be from Proto-Indo-European *leh₂w- ("people, army").

G2499

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ee-oh-AB

Translations: Joab

Notes: Joab was a prominent figure in the Old Testament, serving as the commander of King David's army. He was known for his military prowess and loyalty to David, though he also committed controversial acts. The word refers specifically to this individual.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative. Proper nouns do not inflect for gender or number in the typical way common nouns do.

Etymology: The name Joab is of Hebrew origin, meaning 'Yahweh is father' or 'Yahweh is a father'. It is a common name in ancient Israelite history.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-KHEH-yah

Translations: rough, harsh, difficult, a rough, a harsh, a difficult

Notes: This word describes something that is rough, harsh, or difficult. It is typically used to describe paths, roads, or circumstances that are challenging to navigate or endure. It can also refer to a person's character or actions that are severe or unyielding. This particular form is a feminine singular adjective.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΤΡΑΧΕΙΑ, ΣΚΛΗΡΑ

Etymology: The etymology of this specific word form is not readily available in standard Koine Greek lexicons, suggesting it might be a less common or specialized term, or a variant of a more common word. It appears to be related to the concept of roughness or difficulty.

G5283

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: hoo-pom-nay-ma-toh-GRAH-phos

Translations: recorder, chronicler, remembrancer, a recorder, a chronicler, a remembrancer

Notes: This is a compound word referring to an official who keeps records or chronicles events. It describes someone whose duty is to write down and preserve memorials or records, often in a governmental or administrative capacity. It can be used in a sentence to describe a person holding such a position, for example, 'the king's recorder'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΓΡΑΜΜΑΤΕΥΣ, ΧΡΟΝΟΓΡΑΦΟΣ

Etymology: This word is a compound of three elements: ὑπό (hypo, 'under'), μνῆμα (mnema, 'memorial, record'), and γράφω (grapho, 'to write'). It literally means 'one who writes down memorials or records'.

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Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: SAH-doke

Translations: Zadok

Notes: Zadok was a prominent high priest in ancient Israel during the reigns of King David and King Solomon. He was a descendant of Aaron and played a significant role in the religious and political life of the kingdom, particularly in the succession of Solomon to the throne. The name is often associated with faithfulness and righteousness.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: The name Zadok is of Hebrew origin (צָדוֹק, Tsadoq), meaning 'righteous' or 'just'. It is derived from the Hebrew root 'tsadaq', which means 'to be righteous' or 'to be just'.

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Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ah-KHEE-tob

Translations: Ahithob, Ahitub

Notes: This is a proper noun, referring to the biblical figure Ahitub. The apostrophe at the end (keraia) indicates that this is a numerical value, but in this context, it is used to mark the end of a proper noun, possibly indicating an abbreviation or a specific textual tradition. It is the name of several high priests and other individuals in the Old Testament.

Inflection: Singular, Masculine, Nominative

Etymology: The name Ahitub is of Hebrew origin (אֲחִיטוּב, 'Achituv), meaning 'my brother is goodness' or 'brother of goodness'. It is a compound of 'ach' (brother) and 'tov' (good).

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Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ah-bee-EH-ah-ther

Translations: Abiathar, Abimelech

Notes: This is a proper noun, referring to a specific person. In the context of the provided example, it appears to be a variant spelling or a scribal error for 'Abiathar', a high priest mentioned in the Old Testament. It is sometimes confused with 'Abimelech' due to similar names in historical texts.

Inflection: Singular, Masculine, Nominative

Synonyms: ΑΒΙΑΘΑΡ, ΑΒΙΜΕΛΕΧ

Etymology: The name Abiathar is of Hebrew origin, meaning 'my father is abundance' or 'father of excellence'. It refers to a prominent high priest in the Old Testament.

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: SOOS

Translations: Sous

Notes: This word appears to be a proper noun, likely referring to a person or place. It is not a commonly attested word in Koine Greek texts such as the Septuagint or New Testament, which suggests it might be a less common name or a variant spelling. Without further context, its specific meaning or reference cannot be definitively determined.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative

Etymology: The etymology of this specific proper noun is not readily available in standard Greek lexicons. It may be of non-Greek origin or a unique name.

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'.

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: grah-ma-TEFS

Translations: scribe, a scribe, secretary, a secretary, clerk, a clerk

Notes: This word refers to a scribe, a person skilled in writing, especially in ancient times. Scribes often served as secretaries, clerks, or public notaries, responsible for writing, copying, and keeping records, and sometimes interpreting laws.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΝΟΜΟΔΙΔΑΣΚΑΛΟΣ, ΝΟΜΙΚΟΣ

Etymology: From the Greek word γράμμα (gramma), meaning 'a letter' or 'writing', combined with a suffix indicating an agent or practitioner. It refers to one who deals with writing or letters.

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: FAL-tee-ah

Translations: Phaltia

Notes: This word appears to be a proper noun, likely a personal name, given its usage in the provided context where it refers to an individual. It is not a common word found in standard Koine Greek lexicons, suggesting it might be a transliteration of a foreign name or a less common variant. In the example usage, 'ΦΑΛΤΙΑΣ' (Phaltias) is mentioned as 'the son of Banaiah', further supporting its interpretation as a proper name.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Masculine or Feminine

Etymology: This word is likely a transliteration of a foreign name into Greek, possibly from Hebrew or Aramaic, as it does not appear to have a Greek etymology.

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