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'.

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.

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.

G0473

Part of Speech: Preposition, Prefix

Sounds like: AHN-tee

Translations: instead of, in place of, for, in return for, opposite to, against, in exchange for, in comparison with

Notes: This word functions as a preposition, typically governing the genitive case, indicating substitution, opposition, or exchange. It can mean 'instead of' or 'in place of' someone or something. It is also a very common prefix in compound words, conveying meanings such as 'against', 'opposite', 'in return for', or 'in place of'.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a preposition or prefix)

Synonyms: ΥΠΕΡ, ΕΠΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *h₂énti, meaning 'face to face, opposite'. It is cognate with Latin ante ('before') and Sanskrit ánti ('opposite, in front of').

G1656

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: EH-leh-os

Translations: mercy, pity, compassion, a mercy

Notes: This word refers to mercy, pity, or compassion, often extended by a superior to an inferior, or by one who has the power to help to one who is in need. It signifies an active demonstration of compassion, not just a feeling. It is a masculine noun.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΤΙΡΜΟΣ, ΕΥΣΠΛΑΓΧΝΙΑ

Etymology: The etymology of 'ΕΛΕΟΣ' is uncertain, but it is thought to be an ancient word with no clear connection to other Greek roots. It has been used since Homeric times.

G5613

Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction, Preposition

Sounds like: OHS

Translations: as, like, when, how, about, approximately, that, so that

Notes: ΩΣ is a versatile particle in Koine Greek, primarily functioning as a conjunction or adverb. It is used to introduce comparisons ('as,' 'like'), indicate time ('when'), express manner ('how'), or denote purpose or result ('so that,' 'that'). It can also indicate approximation ('about,' 'approximately') or serve as a preposition meaning 'to' or 'towards' with certain cases.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΩΣΠΕΡ, ΚΑΘΩΣ, ΩΣΑΝΕΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is related to demonstrative pronouns and adverbs indicating manner or comparison.

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'.

G3326

Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb

Sounds like: MEH-tah

Translations: with, after, among, behind, by, in company with, in pursuit of, according to

Notes: This word is a preposition that can also function as an adverb. Its meaning varies depending on the case of the noun it governs. When used with the genitive case, it typically means 'with' or 'in company with'. When used with the accusative case, it usually means 'after' or 'behind' (indicating sequence or pursuit). It can also denote a change of state or position.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a preposition, it governs cases)

Synonyms: ΣΥΝ, ΕΠΙ, ΠΡΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'μετά' (meta) comes from Proto-Indo-European *met- 'in the middle, among, with'. It is related to English 'mid' and 'middle'.

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'.

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.

G3870

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-ra-ka-LEH-sai

Translations: to call to one's side, to exhort, to comfort, to encourage, to entreat, to appeal, to beseech, to implore

Notes: This word is an aorist infinitive form of the verb 'παρακαλέω'. It is a compound word formed from 'παρά' (beside, alongside) and 'καλέω' (to call). Its core meaning is to call someone to one's side, which then extends to various nuances depending on the context. It can mean to urge or exhort someone to action, to comfort or encourage them, or to entreat or appeal to them for something. It is often used to describe a plea or a strong request.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΤΡΕΠΩ, ΠΑΡΑΙΝΕΩ, ΣΥΜΒΟΥΛΕΥΩ

Etymology: The word 'παρακαλέω' is derived from the preposition 'παρά' (para), meaning 'beside' or 'alongside', and the verb 'καλέω' (kaleō), meaning 'to call'. It literally means 'to call alongside' or 'to call to one's side'.

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

G4012

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: PEH-ree

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΥΠΕΡ, ΑΜΦΙ, ΕΠΙ

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

G2064

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EEL-thon

Translations: I came, I went, they came, they went

Notes: This word is an aorist form of the verb 'ἔρχομαι' (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go'. The aorist tense describes an action that occurred at a specific point in the past, without emphasizing its duration or completion. It can be translated as 'I came/went' (first person singular) or 'they came/went' (third person plural), depending on the context.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, 1st Person Singular or 3rd Person Plural

Synonyms: ΒΑΙΝΩ, ΕΙΜΙ, ΥΠΑΓΩ

Etymology: The word ἔρχομαι (erchomai) comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is related to words meaning 'to move' or 'to go'.

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).

G1093

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: GAYN

Translations: earth, an earth, land, a land, ground, a ground, country, a country, region, a region

Notes: ΓΗΝ is the accusative singular form of the noun ΓΗ, meaning 'earth', 'land', 'ground', 'country', or 'region'. It is used to indicate the direct object of a verb or the destination of motion, often translated as 'to the earth' or 'into the land' depending on the context and accompanying prepositions. It can refer to the planet, a specific territory, or the soil itself.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΧΩΡΑ, ΓΕΑ

G2036

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EYE-pon

Translations: I said, I spoke, said, spoke

Notes: This word is an aorist form of the verb 'to say' or 'to speak'. It indicates a completed action in the past, often translated as 'I said' or 'I spoke'. It is a common verb used to report direct or indirect speech.

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

Synonyms: ΛΕΓΩ, ΦΗΜΙ

Etymology: The aorist stem εἶπον (eîpon) is a suppletive form, meaning it comes from a different root than the present tense forms of 'to say' (like λέγω). It is related to the Proto-Indo-European root *wekw-, meaning 'to speak'.

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.

G0303

Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb, Prefix

Sounds like: AH-nah

Translations: up, upward, among, through, each, by, again, back, a, an

Notes: ΑΝΑ is a versatile word that can function as a preposition, an adverb, or a prefix in compound words. As a preposition, it typically takes the accusative case and signifies movement upwards, distribution (each, by), or repetition (again, back). As an adverb, it can mean 'up' or 'upwards'. When used as a prefix, it often conveys ideas of upward movement, reversal, repetition, or distribution.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΠΙ, ΚΑΤΑ, ΠΡΟΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *h₂en- 'on, upon'. It is cognate with English 'on' and 'up'.

G3361

Part of Speech: Particle, Adverb

Sounds like: MAY

Translations: not, lest, no, do not

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

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

G4771

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: SOY

Translations: (to) you, (for) you, you

Notes: This is the second-person singular dative pronoun in Koine Greek, meaning 'to you' or 'for you'. It can also simply translate as 'you' when the context implies a dative relationship, such as indirect object or a recipient of an action. It is used to indicate the person to whom something is given, said, or done, or for whom an action is performed. For example, 'I give to you' or 'I do this for you'.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Second Person

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is a very ancient pronoun, found across many Indo-European languages.

G3870

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: pah-rah-kah-LOO-tahs

Translations: comforting, exhorting, encouraging, appealing, entreating, inviting, consoling, beseeching

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'parakaleo'. It describes someone who is in the act of comforting, exhorting, encouraging, or appealing to others. It can be used to describe a person who is providing solace or urging someone to action. The specific nuance depends on the context, but it generally implies a strong, often compassionate, verbal interaction.

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΤΡΕΠΟΝΤΑΣ, ΣΥΜΠΑΡΑΚΑΛΟΥΝΤΑΣ, ΠΑΡΑΜΥΘΟΥΜΕΝΟΥΣ

G3756

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: OOKH

Translations: no, not, never, by no means

Notes: This word is a negative adverb used to express absolute negation. It is typically used before a vowel with a rough breathing mark (like 'ουχί' or 'οὐχ') or before a consonant with a smooth breathing mark (like 'οὐκ'). It denies a statement or fact, indicating that something is not true or does not exist. It can be used to negate verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΥ, ΟΥΚ

Etymology: This word is derived from the Proto-Indo-European root *h₂u- meaning 'not'. It is an ancient Greek negative particle.

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.

G4172

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: POH-lin

Translations: city, a city

Notes: The word 'πόλιν' is the accusative singular form of the noun 'πόλις', meaning 'city'. It refers to a populated place, typically larger than a village, with a defined administrative structure. As an accusative case, it functions as the direct object of a verb or the object of certain prepositions, indicating the destination or the object being acted upon. For example, one might 'go into the city' or 'see the city'.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Etymology: The word 'πόλις' comes from Proto-Indo-European, referring to a fortified place or citadel. It developed to mean a city-state in ancient Greece, encompassing both the physical settlement and its citizens.

G2684

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tah-sko-PEH-sai

Translations: to spy out, to scout, to observe, to examine

Notes: This word means to spy out, to scout, or to examine something carefully, often with the intention of discovering information, especially for hostile purposes or to find fault. It implies a close and often clandestine observation. It is used in sentences to describe the act of sending someone to gather intelligence or to investigate a situation.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑΣΚΕΠΤΟΜΑΙ, ΚΑΤΑΜΑΝΘΑΝΩ, ΕΞΕΡΕΥΝΑΩ

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, 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).

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.

G1848

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ex-ee-REH-sen

Translations: he shaved, he has shaved, he did shave

Notes: This verb means 'to shave off' or 'to shave completely'. It is used to describe the act of removing hair from the body, typically with a razor. In ancient contexts, this could refer to shaving one's head as a sign of mourning, a vow, or a punishment.

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

Synonyms: ΞΥΡΑΩ

Etymology: From the preposition ΕΚ (EK, 'out of') and the verb ΞΥΡΑΩ (XYRAO, 'to shave'). It literally means 'to shave out' or 'to shave off completely'.

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

G0851

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-FEI-len

Translations: he took away, he removed, he cut off, he took off

Notes: This is a verb meaning 'to take away', 'to remove', or 'to cut off'. It describes the action of separating something from something else, often with force or decisiveness. It can be used in contexts where an object is physically removed or when something is taken away from a person or group.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΑΙΡΩ, ΑΠΟΚΟΠΤΩ, ΕΞΑΙΡΕΩ

Etymology: The word ἀφαιρέω is a compound word formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb αἱρέω (haireō), meaning 'to take' or 'to seize'. Thus, it literally means 'to take away from'.

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.

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.

G2193

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb, Preposition

Sounds like: EH-ohs

Translations: until, while, as long as, up to, even to, as far as

Notes: This word is a particle used to indicate a point in time or extent in space. It is commonly translated as 'until' or 'as long as' when referring to time, and 'up to' or 'as far as' when referring to space. It can also mean 'while' or 'during the time that', often introducing a temporal clause.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΜΕΧΡΙ, ΑΧΡΙ, ΠΡΙΝ

Etymology: From a prolonged form of a primary particle. It is an ancient Greek word with a long history of use in temporal and spatial contexts.

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.

G0518

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-pang-GEL-lai

Translations: to report, to announce, to tell, to declare, to bring word, to make known

Notes: This word means to bring a message, report, or announce something. It is often used to convey information from one person or group to another, such as reporting news, delivering a message, or making a declaration. It can be used in contexts where someone is sent to tell something to another person.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΑΝΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ, ΕΞΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ, ΚΑΤΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ

Etymology: The word ἀπαγγέλλω (apaggellō) is a compound verb formed from the prefix ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb ἀγγέλλω (aggellō), meaning 'to announce' or 'to report'. Thus, it literally means 'to announce from' or 'to report from'.

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.

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.

G0818

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ee-tee-MOH-meh-noy

Translations: dishonored, disgraced, shamed, treated with contempt

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle, meaning 'having been dishonored' or 'those who have been dishonored'. It describes someone who has suffered disgrace or contempt. It is often used to describe people who have been treated without respect or have been humiliated.

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

Synonyms: ΑΤΙΜΟΣ, ΑΤΙΜΙΑ

Etymology: The word ἀτιμάζω (atimazō) comes from the prefix ἀ- (a-), meaning 'not' or 'without', and τιμάω (timaō), meaning 'to honor' or 'to value'. Thus, it literally means 'to treat without honor'.

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'.

G1492

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ee-DON

Translations: they saw, I saw, to see, having seen

Notes: This word is an aorist form of the verb 'to see' or 'to perceive'. It can function as a third-person plural indicative ('they saw'), a first-person singular indicative ('I saw'), or, less commonly, as an infinitive or participle depending on the context, conveying the action of seeing or perceiving something in a completed past action. It is often used to introduce a new observation or event.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Indicative, 3rd Person Plural; or Aorist, Active, Indicative, 1st Person Singular; or Aorist, Active, Infinitive; or Aorist, Active, Participle (Neuter Singular Nominative/Accusative)

Synonyms: ΒΛΕΠΩ, ΟΡΑΩ, ΘΕΩΡΕΩ

Etymology: The word 'εἶδον' (eidon) serves as the aorist form of the verb 'ὁράω' (horaō), meaning 'to see'. It is derived from the Proto-Indo-European root *weid-, which also means 'to see' or 'to know'.

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.

G0261

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ees-KHOON-thay

Translations: was ashamed, was put to shame, was disgraced, was confounded

Notes: This word describes the state of being ashamed, disgraced, or put to shame. It implies a feeling of humiliation or embarrassment due to one's actions or circumstances. It is often used to convey a sense of being confounded or disappointed, especially when expectations are not met or when one's actions lead to a negative outcome.

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

Synonyms: ΕΝΤΡΕΠΟΜΑΙ, ΚΑΤΑΙΣΧΥΝΩ

Etymology: From ΑΙΣΧΟΣ (AISCHOS), meaning 'shame' or 'disgrace'. The verb means to bring shame upon or to be ashamed.

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.

G3318

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: meh-so-po-ta-MEE-as

Translations: of Mesopotamia

Notes: This word refers to Mesopotamia, a historical region in Western Asia situated within the Tigris–Euphrates river system. It is used to indicate origin or possession, such as 'from Mesopotamia' or 'belonging to Mesopotamia'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Etymology: The word "Mesopotamia" is a compound word derived from the Greek words ΜΕΣΟΣ (MESOS), meaning 'middle', and ΠΟΤΑΜΟΣ (POTAMOS), meaning 'river'. Thus, it literally means 'land between the rivers'.

G3844

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: pah-RAH

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΕΠΙ, ΥΠΟ

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

G5144

Part of Speech: Numeral

Sounds like: tree-AH-kon-tah

Translations: thirty

Notes: This word means 'thirty' and is used to denote the number 30. It functions as an indeclinable numeral, meaning its form does not change regardless of the gender, case, or number of the noun it modifies. It is typically used to quantify nouns, indicating a quantity of thirty units.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: From τρεῖς (treis, “three”) and a suffix related to -κοντα (-konta, “-ty”), indicating multiples of ten. It is cognate with Latin triginta and English thirty.

G3420

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: MOH-khah

Translations: Mocha, Maacah, Maachah

Notes: This is a proper noun, referring to a person or a place. In the provided context, it appears to be the name of a person, specifically a woman (Maacah, concubine of Caleb, or daughter of Talmai, king of Geshur) or a king/people (King Maacah and his people). It is used as a name for individuals or a group associated with a specific region.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Feminine or Masculine

Etymology: The name is of Hebrew origin, derived from the Hebrew word מַעֲכָה (Ma'akah), meaning 'oppression' or 'pressure'. It refers to several individuals and a small Aramean kingdom mentioned in the Old Testament.

G3918

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-reh-NEH-bah-lo

Translations: I encamped, I pitched camp, I set up camp

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition παρά (para, 'beside, alongside') and the verb ἐμβάλλω (emballo, 'to cast in, throw in'). In this form, it means 'I encamped' or 'I pitched camp'. It describes the action of setting up a camp, often for an army or a group of people, by placing oneself or one's forces alongside or within a location.

Inflection: First Person Singular, Aorist, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΣΤΡΑΤΟΠΕΔΕΥΩ, ΚΑΤΑΛΥΩ

G2713

Part of Speech: Adverb, Preposition

Sounds like: kah-teh-NAN-tee

Translations: opposite, before, in front of, over against, in the presence of

Notes: This word functions as an adverb or a preposition, indicating a position directly facing or opposite to something or someone. When used as a preposition, it typically takes the genitive case. It describes being in the presence of, or confronting, another entity.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΝΑΝΤΙΟΝ, ΑΠΕΝΑΝΤΙ, ΚΑΤΑΠΡΟΣΩΠΟΝ

Etymology: This word is a compound formed from the preposition ΚΑΤΑ (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and the adverb ΕΝΑΝΤΙ (enanti), meaning 'opposite' or 'before'.

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: bah-ee-THA-bah

Translations: Baithaba

Notes: This word is a proper noun, likely referring to a specific place or person, possibly of Semitic origin. It appears in historical or geographical contexts, often associated with a king or a people. Its exact meaning or location is not widely documented in standard Koine Greek lexicons, suggesting it might be a transliteration of a foreign name.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Neuter or Feminine

Etymology: The etymology of 'ΒΑΙΔΑΒΑ' is not clearly documented in Greek sources. It is likely a transliteration of a foreign, possibly Semitic, place name or personal name into Greek.

G4863

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soon-EEKH-theh-sah

Translations: they were gathered together, they assembled, they came together

Notes: This word is an inflected form of the verb 'synago', meaning 'to gather together' or 'to assemble'. It is a compound word formed from 'syn' (with, together) and 'ago' (to lead, to bring). In this form, it indicates that a group of people or things were brought together or assembled in the past, specifically in the passive voice, meaning they were the recipients of the action of being gathered.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Passive, Third Person Plural

Synonyms: ΑΘΡΟΙΖΩ, ΣΥΝΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

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

G2499

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ee-oh-AB

Translations: Joab, of Joab, to Joab

Notes: This is the name Joab, a prominent figure in the Old Testament, known as King David's nephew and the commander of his army. The final apostrophe (keraia) indicates that the word is being used as a numeral, specifically the number 1081, but in the provided context, it functions as a proper noun, likely indicating a genitive or dative case without explicit case endings, or simply a scribal convention for proper names.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Genitive, or Dative, Masculine

Etymology: The name Joab is of Hebrew origin, derived from the Hebrew name יֹואָב (Yo'av), meaning 'Yahweh is father' or 'Jehovah is father'.

G1415

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: doo-na-TON

Translations: of powerful ones, of mighty ones, of able ones, of rulers, of the powerful, of the mighty, of the able, of the rulers

Notes: This word describes something or someone as powerful, mighty, or able. It is often used to refer to those who hold positions of power or authority, such as rulers or influential people. As an adjective, it modifies a noun, but it can also function as a substantive noun, meaning 'the powerful ones' or 'those who are able'.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine or Feminine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΙΣΧΥΡΩΝ, ΚΡΑΤΑΙΩΝ, ΕΞΟΥΣΙΑΣΤΩΝ

G3900

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-ra-TAS-son-tai

Translations: they array themselves, they draw up in battle array, they are arrayed, they are drawn up

Notes: This is a compound verb meaning to arrange or draw up in battle order, to array oneself for battle, or to be arrayed. It describes the action of troops or individuals forming a line or arrangement, typically for military engagement. It is often used in contexts of preparing for war or conflict.

Inflection: 3rd Person, Plural, Present Tense, Indicative Mood, Middle or Passive Voice

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΤΑΤΤΩ, ΤΑΣΣΩ, ΠΑΡΑΤΑΞΙΣ

G2596

Part of Speech: Preposition, Prefix

Sounds like: kath

Translations: according to, down, against, throughout, during, by, for, with respect to, concerning

Notes: This word is an elided form of the preposition 'κατά' (kata), which means 'down' or 'according to'. It is commonly used as a prefix in compound words or as a preposition governing various cases. When used as a preposition, it can indicate movement downwards, distribution, opposition, or a standard of comparison. For example, 'καθ' ἕνα' means 'one by one', and 'καθά' means 'just as' or 'according as'. The elision (dropping of the final vowel) occurs before a word beginning with a vowel and a rough breathing mark.

Inflection: Does not inflect (it is an elided form of a preposition)

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΕΠΙ, ΔΙΑ

Etymology: The word 'κατά' (kata) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'down' or 'against'. It is a common preposition in ancient Greek, indicating various relationships of position, direction, or standard.

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.

G1096

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: geh-GOH-nah-sin

Translations: have become, have been, have come to pass, have happened, have arisen

Notes: This word is the perfect active indicative, third person plural form of the verb 'γίνομαι' (ginomai). It describes an action that was completed in the past but has continuing results or a present state. It can mean 'they have become,' 'they have been,' or 'they have happened/come to pass,' indicating a state of being or an event that has occurred and whose effects are still relevant.

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

Synonyms: ΕΙΜΙ, ΥΠΑΡΧΩ, ΠΟΙΕΩ

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: an-tee-PRO-so-poy

Translations: representatives, deputies, agents

Notes: This word is a compound noun, formed from 'αντι' (anti), meaning 'instead of' or 'in place of', and 'προσωπος' (prosopos), meaning 'face' or 'person'. Therefore, it literally means 'one in place of a person' or 'one who stands before another'. It refers to individuals who act on behalf of someone else, serving as their representatives, deputies, or agents. It describes someone who is authorized to act or speak for another.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Vocative or Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΠΡΕΣΒΕΥΤΑΙ, ΕΠΙΤΡΟΠΟΙ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the preposition 'αντι' (anti), meaning 'instead of, in place of', and the noun 'προσωπος' (prosopos), meaning 'face, person'. The combination denotes someone who acts in the stead of another person.

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

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.

G4383

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pros-OH-pon

Translations: face, a face, presence, person, appearance

Notes: This word refers to the face of a person or animal. It can also denote one's presence or appearance, or even a person themselves, especially in a formal or legal context. It is used to describe physical features as well as the impression or aspect someone presents.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΟΨΙΣ, ΕΙΔΟΣ, ΜΟΡΦΗ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek πρός (pros, "to, towards") and ὤψ (ōps, "eye, face"). It literally means "that which is towards the eye" or "that which is before the eye."

G1808

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: ex-OP-is-then

Translations: behind, from behind, after

Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'behind' or 'from behind'. It indicates a position or direction at the rear of something or someone, or movement originating from the rear. It can also be used to mean 'after' in a temporal sense, referring to what follows in time.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΠΙΣΩ, ΟΠΙΣΘΕΝ

Etymology: This word is a compound of the preposition 'ΕΞ' (ex), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the adverb 'ΟΠΙΣΘΕΝ' (opisthen), meaning 'behind' or 'from behind'. It emphasizes the direction 'from behind'.

G3494

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: neh-ah-NEE-oo

Translations: of a young man, of the young man, of a youth, of the youth

Notes: This word refers to a young man or a youth. As a genitive form, it indicates possession or origin, often translated with 'of' or 'belonging to'. For example, it could be used in phrases like 'the house of the young man' or 'the strength of the youth'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΜΕΙΡΑΚΙΟΥ, ΝΕΟΥ

Etymology: The word ΝΕΑΝΙΑΣ (neanias) comes from the Greek word ΝΕΟΣ (neos), meaning 'new' or 'young'. It refers to someone in the prime of their youth.

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'.

G3903

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-re-TAK-san-toh

Translations: they arrayed themselves, they drew up in battle array, they set themselves in order, they arranged themselves

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition παρά (para, "alongside, by") and the verb τάσσω (tassō, "to arrange, to order"). It means to arrange or draw up in battle array, to set oneself in order, or to take a stand. It is typically used in military contexts to describe troops forming lines or preparing for battle.

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

Synonyms: ΤΑΤΤΩ, ΣΥΝΤΑΤΤΩ, ΤΑΣΣΩ

G1727

Part of Speech: Adjective, Adverb

Sounds like: en-AN-tee-on

Translations: opposite, over against, contrary, in front of, before, against

Notes: This word describes something that is in opposition to, or directly facing, something else. As an adjective, it means 'opposite' or 'contrary'. As an adverb, it means 'over against' or 'in front of', indicating a position or direction. It can be used to describe physical opposition or a state of being contrary to something.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑΝΤΙΚΡΥΣ, ΚΑΤΕΝΑΝΤΙΟΝ, ΑΠΕΝΑΝΤΙ

G2640

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: kah-tah-LOI-poh

Translations: remaining, rest, a remnant, the rest, the others

Notes: This word refers to what is left over or remaining after a part has been removed or used. As an adjective, it describes something as 'remaining' or 'left over'. When used as a substantive (like a noun), it refers to 'the rest' or 'the remnant' of a group or quantity. For example, 'the remaining people' or 'the rest of the people'. It is a compound word formed from 'κατά' (down, according to) and 'λοιπός' (remaining, left).

Inflection: Masculine, Plural, Nominative

Synonyms: ΛΟΙΠΟΣ, ΥΠΟΛΟΙΠΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΚΑΤΑΛΟΙΠΟΣ is a compound of the preposition ΚΑΤΑ (kata), meaning 'down' or 'according to', and the adjective ΛΟΙΠΟΣ (loipos), meaning 'remaining' or 'left'.

G1727

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: eh-nan-TEE-as

Translations: of opposite, of contrary, of hostile, opposite, contrary, hostile

Notes: This word describes something that is set over against, opposite to, or contrary to something else. It can also imply hostility or opposition. It is often used to denote a position or action that is in direct conflict with another.

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

Synonyms: ΑΝΤΙΚΕΙΜΕΝΟΣ, ΕΧΘΡΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΕΝΑΝΤΙΟΣ (enantios) is derived from the preposition ΕΝ (en, meaning 'in') and ΑΝΤΙ (anti, meaning 'opposite' or 'against'). It literally means 'in opposition to' or 'facing'.

G1437

Part of Speech: Conjunction

Sounds like: eh-AHN

Translations: if, when, whenever, although

Notes: This word is a conditional conjunction used to introduce a protasis (the 'if' clause) in a conditional sentence. It often implies a condition that is possible or expected to occur, or a general truth. It can also be used to mean 'when' or 'whenever' in a general sense, or even 'although' in some contexts.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΙ

Etymology: From the conjunction εἰ (ei, 'if') and the particle ἄν (an), which indicates potentiality or contingency. It combines these elements to form a conditional conjunction.

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'.

G1762

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EH-see

Translations: fall, fall down, fall upon, come, happen, befall

Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'πίπτω' (pipto), meaning 'to fall' or 'to come upon'. It describes an action of descending, collapsing, or occurring. It can be used in various contexts, such as a physical fall, an event happening, or something coming into existence or a state.

Inflection: Aorist, Subjunctive, Active, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΠΙΠΤΩ, ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ, ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word ἔσῃ is an inflected form of the verb πίπτω (pipto), which means 'to fall'. Its etymology traces back to Proto-Indo-European roots related to falling or dropping.

G268

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: am-MOH

Translations: Ammon, Ammom

Notes: This word is a proper noun, specifically a transliteration of the Hebrew name 'Ammon' or 'Ammom'. It refers to a person or a place, often associated with the Ammonites, a people descended from Ben-Ammi, the son of Lot. In the provided context, it appears in lists of names or places, indicating its use as a geographical or tribal identifier.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: The word is a transliteration of the Hebrew name 'Ammon' (עַמּוֹן), meaning 'people' or 'tribal'. It refers to the son of Lot and the ancestor of the Ammonites.

G4982

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: SOH-soh

Translations: I will save, I will heal, I will preserve, I will deliver

Notes: This word is a verb meaning "to save," "to heal," "to preserve," or "to deliver." It is used to describe the act of bringing someone or something to safety, health, or a state of well-being. It can refer to physical salvation from danger, spiritual salvation from sin, or healing from illness. In a sentence, it would typically be used to express an action performed by a subject upon an object, indicating a future act of salvation or preservation.

Inflection: Future Active Indicative, 1st 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.

G0018

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: ah-gah-THON

Translations: good, a good thing, what is good, beneficial, virtuous

Notes: This word describes something as good, beneficial, or virtuous. As an adjective, it modifies a noun, indicating its positive quality. It can also be used substantively as a neuter noun, meaning 'a good thing' or 'what is good', referring to a moral or material benefit.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΚΑΛΟΣ, ΧΡΗΣΤΟΣ

Etymology: The word originates from Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'good' or 'able'. It has cognates in other Indo-European languages.

G0575

Part of Speech: Preposition, Prefix

Sounds like: AP

Translations: from, away from, off, out of, by, with

Notes: This is a common Greek preposition that indicates separation, origin, or cause. It means 'from' or 'away from' and is often used to show the source of something, the point from which an action begins, or the agent by which something is done. When used as a prefix (ΑΠ- or ΑΠΟ-), it intensifies the idea of separation or completion, often meaning 'off, away, back, completely'. For example, in 'ἀποστέλλω' (apostellō), it means 'to send away'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΚ, ΠΑΡΑ

Etymology: The word ἀπό (apo) comes from Proto-Indo-European *apo-, meaning 'off, away'. It is a very ancient and common preposition found across many Indo-European languages.

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: ow-TOY

Translations: they, themselves, to them, for them, to themselves, for themselves

Notes: This word is a pronoun that can function as a personal pronoun (they, them) or a reflexive pronoun (themselves). It can also be used to emphasize a noun, meaning 'the very' or 'the same'. Its meaning depends on the case and context. For example, in the nominative case, it typically means 'they' or 'themselves', while in the dative case, it means 'to them' or 'for them'.

Inflection: Plural, Masculine, Nominative or Dative

Synonyms: ΕΚΕΙΝΟΙ, ΟΥΤΟΙ

G0575

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: AH-po

Translations: from, away from, by, of, out of, because of, by means of

Notes: This word is a preposition that primarily indicates separation, origin, or cause. It is always followed by a noun or pronoun in the genitive case. It can mean 'from' in the sense of moving away from a place, 'from' in the sense of origin or source, or 'by' when indicating the agent or cause of an action.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΚ, ΠΑΡΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *apo- 'off, away'. It is cognate with Latin ab and English off.

G4383

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pro-SO-poo

Translations: of face, of countenance, of presence, of person, of a face, of a countenance, of a presence, of a person

Notes: This word refers primarily to the 'face' or 'countenance' of a person or thing. It can also denote 'presence' or 'appearance'. In a broader sense, it can refer to the 'person' or 'individual' themselves. It is often used in phrases like 'from the face of' or 'before the face of' to mean 'from the presence of' or 'before the presence of'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Neuter

Synonyms: ΟΨΙΣ, ΕΙΔΟΣ, ΜΟΡΦΗ

Etymology: The word 'ΠΡΟΣΩΠΟΝ' is derived from the Greek preposition 'πρός' (pros), meaning 'to' or 'towards', and 'ὤψ' (ōps), meaning 'eye' or 'face'. It literally means 'that which is before the eyes' or 'that which is turned towards'.

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'.

G2419

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

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

Translations: Jerusalem

Notes: This word is a scribal abbreviation (nomina sacra) for 'Jerusalem', a significant city in ancient Israel. It refers to the capital city of Judea, known for its religious and historical importance. The overlines indicate that it is a contracted form of the full word, a common practice in ancient manuscripts to save space. The final apostrophe is a scribal mark, possibly a keraia indicating a numerical value, but in this context, it primarily serves as a marker for the abbreviation.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: The name 'Jerusalem' is of Semitic origin, likely meaning 'foundation of Shalem' or 'city of peace'. It is an ancient name with roots in the Canaanite language, referring to the city that later became central to Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions.

G4951

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: SY-ron

Translations: dragging, drawing, pulling, being dragged, being drawn, being pulled

Notes: This word is a present participle, neuter singular, or masculine/neuter accusative singular, or nominative/accusative singular for a neuter noun, derived from the verb 'συρω' (syro). It describes the action of dragging, drawing, or pulling something along, often on the ground. It can be used to describe something that is being dragged or that is dragging itself.

Inflection: Present, Participle, Nominative or Accusative, Singular, Neuter; or Accusative, Singular, Masculine

Synonyms: ΕΛΚΩ, ΣΠΩ

G4008

Part of Speech: Adverb, Preposition

Sounds like: peh-RAN

Translations: beyond, over, on the other side, across

Notes: This word functions as an adverb meaning 'beyond' or 'on the other side,' indicating a location or direction. It can also be used as a preposition, typically with the genitive case, to mean 'beyond' or 'across' something, indicating movement or position relative to a boundary.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΠΕΚΕΙΝΑ, ΕΚΕΙΘΕΝ

Etymology: From the root *per- meaning 'to pass through, to go over.' It is related to the verb περάω (peraō), meaning 'to pass through' or 'to cross.'

G0750

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ar-khee-strah-TAY-gos

Translations: commander-in-chief, chief captain, general

Notes: This is a compound word formed from 'ΑΡΧΩΝ' (ruler, chief) and 'ΣΤΡΑΤΗΓΟΣ' (general, leader of an army). It refers to the highest military commander, a commander-in-chief or a chief captain. It is used to denote someone in supreme command of military forces.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΣΤΡΑΤΗΓΟΣ, ΗΓΕΜΩΝ

Etymology: A compound word derived from the Greek 'ΑΡΧΩΝ' (archon), meaning 'ruler' or 'chief', and 'ΣΤΡΑΤΗΓΟΣ' (strategos), meaning 'general' or 'leader of an army'.

G1799

Part of Speech: Adverb, Preposition

Sounds like: en-PROS-then

Translations: before, in the presence of, in front of, in the sight of, opposite

Notes: This word is a compound word formed from the preposition 'en' (in) and the adverb 'prosthen' (before, in front). It functions primarily as an adverb meaning 'before' or 'in front' (of place or time). It can also function as a preposition, typically taking the genitive case, to mean 'in the presence of,' 'in the sight of,' or 'opposite.' It describes a position or a temporal relationship.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as an adverb/preposition)

Synonyms: ΕΜΠΡΟΣΘΕΝ, ΚΑΤΕΝΑΝΤΙ, ΕΝΑΝΤΙΟΝ

Etymology: This word is a compound of the preposition ΕΝ (en), meaning 'in' or 'on,' and the adverb ΠΡΟΣΘΕΝ (prosthen), meaning 'before' or 'in front,' which is derived from ΠΡΟΣ (pros), meaning 'to' or 'towards.'

G0002

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-pang-GEH-lee

Translations: it was reported, it was announced, it was told, it was declared

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to report,' 'to announce,' 'to tell,' or 'to declare.' It is often used to convey information or news from one person or group to another. It is a compound word formed from the prefix ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from,' and ἀγγέλλω (angellō), meaning 'to announce' or 'to bring a message.'

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

Synonyms: ΑΝΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ, ΕΞΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ, ΚΑΤΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ

G4863

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soon-ay-GAH-gen

Translations: gathered, collected, assembled

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb συναγω (synago). It means to gather together, collect, or assemble. It is a compound word formed from the preposition συν (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and the verb αγω (ago), meaning 'to lead' or 'to bring'. Thus, it literally means 'to lead or bring together'. It is used to describe the action of bringing people or things into one place.

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

Synonyms: ΑΘΡΟΙΖΩ, ΣΥΛΛΕΓΩ, ΣΥΝΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

G1223

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-EH-bee

Translations: crossed over, passed through, went through, went across

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'across', and the verb βαίνω (bainō), meaning 'to go' or 'to step'. It describes the action of moving from one side to another, typically across a physical barrier like a river, sea, or boundary. It is often used in narratives to describe someone crossing a geographical feature.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΔΙΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΠΕΡΑΩ, ΔΙΑΠΕΡΑΩ

G2446

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ee-or-DAH-nane

Translations: Jordan, the Jordan

Notes: This word is a scribal abbreviation for ΙΟΡΔΑΝΗΝ (Iordanēn), the accusative singular form of the proper noun ΙΟΡΔΑΝΗΣ (Iordanēs). It refers to the Jordan River, a significant geographical feature in the Middle East, frequently mentioned in biblical texts. It is used to indicate movement towards or across the Jordan River.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine

Etymology: The name 'Jordan' is of Hebrew origin, from the word Yarden (יַרְדֵּן), meaning 'descender' or 'to descend', referring to the river's rapid descent.

G1909