2001 Translation

Part of Speech: Particle, Conjunction

Sounds like: DEH

Translations: but, and, now, then, moreover, however

Notes: ΔΕ is a common Koine Greek particle or conjunction used to connect clauses or sentences. It often indicates a transition, a contrast, or a continuation of thought. It can be translated in various ways depending on the context, such as 'but' when indicating opposition, 'and' when simply continuing a narrative, or 'now'/'then' when marking a new point or development.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΚΑΙ, ΑΛΛΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'and' or 'but'. It is an ancient particle used to connect ideas or introduce new information.

G5101

Part of Speech: Interrogative Pronoun, Indefinite Pronoun, Interrogative Adjective

Sounds like: TEES

Translations: who, what, which, what kind of, someone, something, anyone, anything, a certain one, a certain thing

Notes: ΤΙΣ is a versatile pronoun and adjective in Koine Greek. As an interrogative, it asks 'who?', 'what?', or 'which?'. As an indefinite, it means 'someone', 'something', 'anyone', or 'anything', often implying an unspecified person or thing. Its meaning depends heavily on context and whether it has an accent.

Inflection: Singular or Plural, Masculine, Feminine, or Neuter, Nominative, Genitive, Dative, or Accusative. It is a highly inflected word.

Etymology: The word ΤΙΣ is an ancient Greek word, tracing its origins back to Proto-Indo-European roots. It has cognates in many other Indo-European languages, indicating its long history and fundamental role in language.

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'.

G2542

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: kahee-SAH-ree-ah

Translations: Caesarea

Notes: This is the name of a city, specifically Caesarea Maritima, a major port city built by Herod the Great, or Caesarea Philippi, a city located near Mount Hermon. Both cities are mentioned in the New Testament and play a role in various biblical narratives. It is used to refer to the city itself.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Etymology: The name "Caesarea" is derived from "Caesar," honoring the Roman emperors. It was a common practice to name cities after emperors or other significant figures.

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.

G4686, G4687

Part of Speech: Noun, Verb

Sounds like: SPEI-rees

Translations: of a cohort, of a company, of a band, of a military unit, of a Roman cohort, you sow, you scatter seed

Notes: This word has two primary meanings depending on its grammatical form. It can be the genitive singular of the noun 'σπεῖρα' (speira), referring to a military cohort, a company, or a band of people. In this sense, it describes a group, often a Roman military unit of about 600 men. It can also be the second person singular aorist subjunctive active form of the verb 'σπείρω' (speirō), meaning 'to sow' or 'to scatter seed'. In this verbal sense, it indicates the action of planting seeds.

Inflection: Noun: Singular, Genitive, Feminine; Verb: Second Person, Singular, Aorist, Subjunctive, Active

Synonyms: ΤΑΓΜΑ, ΛΟΧΟΣ, ΦΥΛΗ

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.

G2564

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ka-loo-MEH-nays

Translations: called, being called, named, being named, a called one, a named one

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'καλέω' (kaleō), meaning 'to call' or 'to name'. It describes someone or something that is being called or named. It functions like an adjective, modifying a noun or pronoun, and can also be used substantively to refer to 'the one who is called' or 'the one who is named'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine, Present, Passive

Synonyms: ΟΝΟΜΑΖΟΜΕΝΗΣ, ΠΡΟΣΑΓΟΡΕΥΟΜΕΝΗΣ

G2152

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: yoo-SEB-ace

Translations: pious, devout, godly, religious, a pious person, a devout person

Notes: This word describes someone who is pious, devout, or godly, indicating a deep reverence and respect for God or the gods, and a life lived in accordance with religious principles. It characterizes a person's inner disposition and outward conduct as being reverent and righteous.

Inflection: Singular or Plural, Nominative, Genitive, Dative, or Accusative, Masculine, Feminine, or Neuter

Synonyms: ΕΥΛΑΒΗΣ, ΟΣΙΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΕΥΣΕΒΗΣ is a compound word derived from ΕΥ (eu), meaning 'well' or 'good', and ΣΕΒΟΜΑΙ (sebomai), meaning 'to worship' or 'to revere'. Thus, it literally means 'well-worshipping' or 'rightly reverent'.

G2532

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.

G5399

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: foh-BOO-meh-nos

Translations: fearing, being afraid, revering, respecting, one who fears, he who fears

Notes: This word is a present middle/passive participle derived from the verb ΦΟΒΕΩ, meaning 'to fear' or 'to be afraid'. In a religious context, it can also mean 'to revere' or 'to respect God'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing someone who is in the state of fearing or revering, or describing an action done while fearing. It can be translated as 'fearing' or 'one who fears'.

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

Synonyms: ΔΕΙΛΙΑΩ, ΤΡΕΜΩ

G4862

Part of Speech: Preposition, Prefix

Sounds like: soon

Translations: with, together with, along with

Notes: ΣΥΝ is a preposition that typically takes the dative case, meaning 'with' or 'together with', indicating association, accompaniment, or union. It is also very commonly used as a prefix in compound words, where it conveys the idea of 'togetherness', 'union', 'completion', or 'joint action'. For example, 'συντρίβω' (syntribo) means 'to break together' or 'to crush', and 'συνκαίω' (synkaio) means 'to burn together'.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a preposition); as a prefix, it modifies the meaning of the verb or noun it attaches to.

Synonyms: ΜΕΤΑ, ΟΜΟΥ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *kom, meaning 'with' or 'beside'. It is cognate with Latin 'cum' and English 'co-' or 'con-'.

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

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").

G1189

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: deh-OH-meh-nos

Translations: begging, imploring, praying, asking, entreating, one who begs, he who begs

Notes: This word is a present middle/passive participle of the verb 'δέομαι' (deomai), meaning 'to beg,' 'to implore,' or 'to pray.' It describes someone who is in the act of making an earnest request or supplication. It can be translated as 'begging,' 'imploring,' or 'praying,' and often functions as a substantive, meaning 'one who begs' or 'he who begs,' depending on the context.

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

Synonyms: ΑΙΤΟΥΜΕΝΟΣ, ΠΡΟΣΕΥΧΟΜΕΝΟΣ, ΠΑΡΑΚΑΛΩΝ

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.

G2316

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: theh-OO

Translations: of God, of a God

Notes: This is a nomina sacra, a sacred abbreviation for the word ΘΕΟΥ (Theou), meaning 'of God'. It is used to refer to the divine being, God, in the genitive case. In ancient Greek texts, nomina sacra were common contractions for frequently used sacred names and titles, indicating reverence and saving space. This form would typically be used in phrases like 'the house of God' or 'the power of God'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΚΥΡΙΟΥ, ΔΕΣΠΟΤΟΥ

Etymology: The word ΘΕΟΣ (Theos) is of uncertain origin, but it is thought to derive from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to do, to place, to set', or possibly 'to shine'. It is a fundamental term in Greek for a deity or god.

G1223

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: dee-AH

Translations: through, by, by means of, on account of, because of, for the sake of

Notes: This word is a preposition that can take two different cases, which changes its meaning. When used with the genitive case, it means 'through' or 'by means of', indicating the instrument or agency by which something is done. When used with the accusative case, it means 'on account of', 'because of', or 'for the sake of', indicating the cause or reason for something.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΚ, ΕΝΕΚΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'through' or 'apart'.

G1642, G1210

Part of Speech: Proper Noun, Verb

Sounds like: EH-den

Translations: Eden, Garden of Eden, they were binding, they were bound

Notes: This word has two primary interpretations in Koine Greek due to the absence of diacritics. It can refer to 'Eden,' as in the biblical Garden of Eden, functioning as a proper noun. Alternatively, it can be an inflected form of the verb 'δέω' (deo), meaning 'to bind' or 'to tie.' In this verbal sense, 'ΕΔΕΝ' would typically represent a past tense form, such as 'they were binding' or 'they were bound,' depending on the voice. The context of the sentence is crucial for determining the correct meaning.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative (for Eden); Third Person Plural, Imperfect Indicative, Active or Passive (for the verb 'to bind')

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.

G5616

Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction

Sounds like: OH-say

Translations: as if, as, like, about, approximately, some, nearly

Notes: ΩΣΕΙ is an adverb or conjunction used to indicate comparison, approximation, or similarity. It can mean "as if," "like," "about," or "approximately." It is often used to describe a quantity or duration that is not exact, or to introduce a hypothetical situation.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΩΣ, ΚΑΘΩΣ, ΠΕΡΙΠΟΥ

Etymology: From the Greek word ὡς (hōs), meaning "as" or "like," combined with the particle εἰ (ei), meaning "if."

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'.

G1525

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ice-el-THON-tah

Translations: having entered, entering, going in, coming in, the one having entered, him who entered

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb 'eiserchomai', meaning 'to enter' or 'to go/come in'. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred or is occurring in relation to the main verb of a sentence. It often functions like an adjective or an adverb, indicating the state or action of a noun, or providing circumstantial information about the main verb. In this form, it is accusative singular, and can be masculine or neuter, referring to 'the one having entered' or 'that which has entered'.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Participle, Accusative, Singular, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΕΛΘΟΝΤΑ, ΕΙΣΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΕΝΟΝ

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.

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

G2036

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ee-PON-tah

Translations: having said, having spoken, to say, to speak

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle, accusative masculine singular, derived from the verb 'εἶπον' (eipo), meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that occurred prior to the main verb. In the accusative case, it would typically be the direct object of a verb or the subject of an infinitive in an accusative-with-infinitive construction. It conveys the sense of 'one who has said' or 'the one having spoken'.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Participle, Accusative, Masculine, Singular

Synonyms: ΛΕΓΟΝΤΑ, ΛΑΛΟΥΝΤΑ

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, 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'.

G1719

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: em-FOH-bos

Translations: fearful, afraid, terrified, struck with fear

Notes: This adjective describes someone who is filled with fear or terror. It is used to indicate a state of being greatly afraid or apprehensive, often in response to something awe-inspiring or threatening.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΦΟΒΕΡΟΣ, ΔΕΙΛΟΣ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the preposition 'ἐν' (en), meaning 'in' or 'among', and the noun 'φόβος' (phobos), meaning 'fear'. Thus, it literally means 'in fear' or 'filled with fear'.

G1096

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: geh-NO-meh-nos

Translations: having become, being, happened, arisen, a having become, a being

Notes: This word is an aorist middle participle of the verb 'γίνομαι' (ginomai), meaning 'to become', 'to happen', or 'to come into being'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has already occurred or is completed in relation to the main verb of the sentence. It can be translated as 'having become', 'being', or 'when he/it became'. It often indicates a state or condition resulting from a past action.

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

Synonyms: ΕΓΕΝΕΤΟ, ΕΓΕΝΗΘΗ

G5101

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: TEE

Translations: what, why, what kind of, how much, something, anything, a certain thing

Notes: This word is the neuter singular form of the interrogative/indefinite pronoun 'τίς'. It can be used to ask 'what?' or 'why?', or to refer to 'something' or 'anything' in an indefinite sense. When used as an adjective, it means 'what kind of' or 'how much'.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Etymology: The word 'ΤΙ' originates from Proto-Indo-European, serving as the neuter singular form of the interrogative/indefinite pronoun.

Part of Speech: Definite Article, Relative Pronoun, Interjection, Prefix, Numeral

Sounds like: AI

Translations: the, who, which, alas, oh, 11

Notes: The word 'ΑΙ' can function in several ways in Koine Greek. Most commonly, it is the feminine nominative plural form of the definite article, meaning 'the' (referring to multiple feminine nouns). It can also be the feminine nominative plural form of the relative pronoun, meaning 'who' or 'which'. Less frequently, it can be an interjection expressing sorrow or pain, similar to 'alas' or 'oh'. It can also appear as a prefix in compound words. Additionally, 'ΑΙ' can represent the number 11 when used as a numerical symbol (alpha-iota). It is also possible for 'ΑΙ' to be an elision or contraction of other words, such as 'ἀεί' (always) or 'ἄγε' (come on!), though this is less common in the New Testament.

Inflection: Feminine, Nominative, Plural (for article and pronoun); Does not inflect (for interjection, prefix, and numeral)

Etymology: The origin of 'ΑΙ' as a definite article and relative pronoun is from Proto-Indo-European. Its use as an interjection is onomatopoeic.

G0305

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-NEH-bee-sahn

Translations: they went up, they ascended, they climbed

Notes: This word is the third person plural, aorist indicative form of the verb 'ΑΝΑΒΑΙΝΩ', meaning 'to go up', 'to ascend', or 'to climb'. It describes an action of moving upwards, often in the context of physical elevation, such as going up a mountain, a building, or to a city like Jerusalem, which was considered geographically higher. It can also be used metaphorically for rising in status or appearing.

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

Synonyms: ΑΝΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΑΝΙΣΤΑΜΑΙ, ΑΝΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

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).

G3422

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: mnee-MO-sy-non

Translations: memorial, remembrance, a memorial, a remembrance

Notes: This word refers to something that serves as a reminder or a monument, often commemorating a person, event, or covenant. It can be used to describe an act of remembrance, a physical object, or a lasting legacy.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΜΝΗΜΗ, ΥΠΟΜΝΗΣΙΣ

Etymology: From the Greek word μνήμη (mnēmē), meaning 'memory' or 'remembrance'. It refers to something that brings to mind or preserves the memory of a person or event.

G1726

Part of Speech: Adverb, Preposition

Sounds like: em-PROS-then

Translations: before, in front of, in the presence of, ahead, (of) before, (of) in front of, (of) in the presence of

Notes: This word functions primarily as an adverb indicating position or direction, meaning 'before' or 'in front'. It can also be used as a preposition, typically taking the genitive case, to mean 'in front of' or 'in the presence of' someone or something. It denotes a spatial relationship, indicating that one thing is situated ahead of another, or a relational context, signifying being in the sight or presence of someone.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as an adverb); functions as an improper preposition with the genitive case.

Synonyms: ΕΝΑΝΤΙΟΝ, ΚΑΤΕΝΑΝΤΙ

Etymology: From the preposition 'en' (in) and 'prosthen' (before, from 'pros' - toward). It literally means 'in front' or 'in the forepart'.

G3343

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: meh-tah-PEM-psai

Translations: send for, summon, call

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from μετά (meta, 'with, after') and πέμπω (pempō, 'to send'). It means to send for someone, to summon them, or to call them to oneself. It implies causing someone to come to you by sending a message or messenger. It is often used in the context of official or authoritative summons.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle Voice, Imperative, 2nd Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΚΑΛΕΩ, ΠΕΜΠΩ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the preposition μετά (metá), meaning 'with' or 'after', and the verb πέμπω (pémpō), meaning 'to send'. The combination conveys the idea of sending for someone to come to oneself.

G3739

Part of Speech: Relative Pronoun, Conjunction

Sounds like: HOS

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

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

Inflection: Masculine, Singular, Nominative

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

G3778

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: OO-tos

Translations: this, that, he, she, it, these, those, this one, that one

Notes: This word is a demonstrative pronoun, meaning 'this' or 'that'. It is used to point out something or someone that is near, or has just been mentioned. It can function as a substantive (e.g., 'he', 'she', 'it', 'this one') or as an adjective modifying a noun (e.g., 'this man', 'these things'). It often refers to something immediately present or recently discussed in the discourse.

Inflection: Masculine, Nominative, Singular

Synonyms: ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ, ΟΔΕ

Etymology: The word ΟΥΤΟΣ is of uncertain origin, but it is thought to be an ancient demonstrative pronoun in Greek, possibly related to other Indo-European demonstratives.

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'.

G5100

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: TEE-nee

Translations: to/for someone, to/for something, by someone, by something, with someone, with something, in what, to what, by what, a certain one, a certain thing, (to) what, (to) whom, (to) which

Notes: ΤΙΝΙ is the dative singular form of the indefinite and interrogative pronoun ΤΙΣ. As an indefinite pronoun, it means 'someone,' 'something,' 'a certain one,' or 'a certain thing,' indicating an unspecified person or object. As an interrogative pronoun, it means 'to whom,' 'to what,' 'by whom,' or 'by what,' asking about the recipient or agent of an action. Its meaning depends on the context, often indicating an indirect object or an instrument.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, All genders

Synonyms: ΤΙΣ, ΟΣΤΙΣ

G4613

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: see-MOH-nee

Translations: (to) Simon

Notes: This is the dative singular form of the proper noun 'Simon'. Simon was a very common name in the ancient world, particularly among Jews, and is borne by several significant figures in the Bible, including Simon Peter, Simon the Zealot, and Simon of Cyrene. It is used to indicate the indirect object of a verb, meaning 'to Simon' or 'for Simon'.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine

Etymology: The name Simon is of Hebrew origin, derived from the Hebrew name Shim'on (שִׁמְעוֹן), meaning 'he has heard' or 'hearing'. It was a very common name among Jews during the Hellenistic and Roman periods.

G5599, G3739

Part of Speech: Letter, Interjection, Relative Pronoun

Sounds like: OH-meh-gah (as a letter); OH (as an interjection); OH (as a pronoun)

Translations: Omega, O, Oh, the end, the last, (to) whom, (to) which, (to) what, (to) that, (to) who, (to) those, (to) whomsoever, (to) whatsoever

Notes: This character, Omega, is the twenty-fourth and final letter of the Greek alphabet. As a letter, it represents the long 'o' sound. It can also function as an interjection, similar to 'O' or 'Oh' in English, used for direct address or exclamation. Furthermore, without diacritics, 'Ω' can represent the dative singular form of the relative pronoun 'ὅς, ἥ, ὅ', meaning 'to whom', 'to which', or 'to what', depending on context and gender. It can refer to a person or thing that is the indirect object of an action.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a letter or interjection); Dative, Singular, All genders (as a relative pronoun)

Etymology: The letter Omega is derived from the Phoenician letter 'ayin'. Its name literally means 'great O' (ō mega), distinguishing it from Omicron ('small O'). As a relative pronoun, it originates from Proto-Indo-European roots.

G2281

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: tha-LAS-san

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 sea as a physical location or as a powerful natural force. In sentences, it often appears as the direct object of a verb, indicating something done to or with the sea.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΩΚΕΑΝΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'thalassa' is of pre-Greek, Mediterranean origin, likely borrowed into Greek from an earlier language spoken in the Aegean region. It is not derived from Proto-Indo-European roots.

G0565

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ap-EEL-then

Translations: he went away, she went away, it went away, he departed, she departed, it departed

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition 'ἀπό' (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb 'ἔρχομαι' (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go'. Therefore, 'ἀπῆλθεν' specifically means 'he/she/it went away' or 'he/she/it departed'. It describes movement from one place to another, indicating a departure or withdrawal.

Inflection: Aorist Indicative, Active Voice, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΑΠΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΕΞΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΥΠΑΓΩ

G0032

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ANG-ge-los

Translations: angel, a angel, messenger, a messenger

Notes: This word refers to a messenger, envoy, or one who brings tidings. In a religious context, it commonly refers to a divine messenger or an angel. It is a masculine noun and is frequently used in the New Testament to denote celestial beings.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΚΗΡΥΞ, ΔΙΑΚΟΝΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'ΑΓΓΕΛΟΣ' is of uncertain origin, possibly derived from a root meaning 'to bring tidings' or 'to announce'. It is a common term in ancient Greek literature and religious texts.

G2980

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: lah-LOHN

Translations: speaking, talking, saying, a speaker, one who speaks

Notes: This word is a present active participle of the verb 'λαλέω' (laleō), meaning 'to speak' or 'to talk'. It describes someone who is currently in the act of speaking or talking. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun (e.g., 'the speaking man'), or substantively, acting as a noun itself (e.g., 'the one who speaks').

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine, Present Active Participle

Synonyms: ΛΕΓΩΝ, ΦΩΝΩΝ, ΕΙΡΗΚΩΣ

Etymology: The word 'λαλέω' (laleō) is of uncertain origin, possibly onomatopoeic, imitating the sound of babbling or chattering. It is related to the idea of uttering sounds or words.

G5455

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: foh-NEE-sas

Translations: having called, having spoken, having cried out, having uttered a sound

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb 'φωνέω'. It describes an action of calling, speaking, or crying out that has been completed prior to the main action of the sentence. It can be used to introduce a clause that explains the circumstances or cause of the main verb.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΛΕΩ, ΛΕΓΩ, ΕΙΠΩ

Etymology: The word 'φωνέω' comes from 'φωνή' (phōnē), meaning 'sound, voice'.

G4342

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: pros-kar-teh-ROON-ton

Translations: of those who continued, of those who persevered, of those who devoted themselves, of those who attended constantly

Notes: This word is a present active participle, meaning 'continuing', 'persevering', or 'devoting oneself'. It describes an ongoing action of steadfastness or persistent attendance. In this genitive plural form, it refers to 'those who are continuing' or 'those who are persevering'. It is often used to describe a group of people who are steadfastly committed to something or someone.

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

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΜΕΝΟΝΤΩΝ, ΕΜΜΕΝΟΝΤΩΝ

G1804

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: ex-ay-GAY-sah-meh-nos

Translations: having explained, having recounted, having narrated, having interpreted, having declared

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'exēgeomai', meaning to lead out, explain, recount, or interpret. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred, often functioning like an adjective or adverb. It signifies someone who has completed the act of explaining or narrating something.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle Voice, Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Singular

Synonyms: ΔΙΗΓΕΟΜΑΙ, ΑΝΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ, ΔΗΛΟΩ

Etymology: The word ΕΞΗΓΕΟΜΑΙ (exēgeomai) is a compound of the preposition ΕΚ (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the verb ΗΓΕΟΜΑΙ (hēgeomai), meaning 'to lead' or 'to guide'. Thus, it literally means 'to lead out' or 'to guide out', which evolved into the sense of explaining or recounting something in detail.

G0537

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-PAN-tah

Translations: all, every, the whole, all things, everything

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'all' or 'every'. It can refer to a complete group or quantity. It is often used to emphasize the totality of something, such as 'all people' or 'all time'. When used in the neuter plural, it can be translated as 'all things' or 'everything'.

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

Synonyms: ΠΑΣ, ΟΛΟΣ, ΣΥΜΠΑΣ

Etymology: The word ΑΠΑΣ (apas) is a compound word formed from the prefix Α- (a-), meaning 'together' or 'completely', and ΠΑΣ (pas), meaning 'all' or 'every'.

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'.

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

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.

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.

G1889

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: ep-OW-ree-on

Translations: on the morrow, the next day, tomorrow

Notes: This word functions as an adverb of time, meaning 'on the morrow' or 'the next day'. It is used to indicate the day following the current one, often in narrative contexts to advance the timeline of events. For example, it can be used in a sentence like 'On the next day, they departed.'

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΑΥΡΙΟΝ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἐπί (epi, 'upon, on') and αὔριον (aurion, 'tomorrow'). It literally means 'on tomorrow'.

G3597

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: oh-doy-poh-ROON-tohn

Translations: traveling, journeying, going on a journey, those who are traveling

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'hodoiporeō', meaning 'to travel' or 'to journey'. It describes someone who is in the act of traveling or journeying. In the provided context, it functions as a genitive plural participle, indicating 'of those who are traveling' or 'while they were traveling'.

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

Synonyms: ΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΕΝΩΝ, ΔΙΑΒΑΙΝΟΝΤΩΝ

Etymology: The word ΟΔΟΙΠΟΡΕΩ is a compound word formed from ΟΔΟΣ (hodos), meaning 'way' or 'road', and ΠΟΡΕΥΩ (poreuō), meaning 'to go' or 'to journey'.

G1448

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eng-GIZ-on-ton

Translations: of drawing near, of approaching, of coming near, of being at hand

Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the verb 'engizo', meaning 'to draw near' or 'to approach'. It describes something or someone that is in the process of coming closer in space or time. In the genitive plural, it often functions to indicate the source or subject of an action, or to describe a group of people or things that are drawing near.

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

Synonyms: ΠΛΗΣΙΟΝ, ΕΓΓΥΣ

G0305

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-NEH-bee

Translations: he went up, she went up, it went up, he ascended, she ascended, it ascended, he came up, she came up, it came up, he climbed, she climbed, it climbed

Notes: This word describes the action of going up, ascending, or climbing. It is a past tense form, specifically indicating a completed action in the past. It can be used to describe a person or thing moving upwards, such as ascending a mountain, going up to a city, or rising from a lower place.

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

Synonyms: ΑΝΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΑΝΙΣΤΑΜΑΙ

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.

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.

G1430

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: DOH-ma

Translations: house-top, a house-top, roof, a roof, house, a house

Notes: This word refers to the flat roof of a house, which in ancient times was often used as an additional living space for various activities, such as sleeping, walking, or even worship. It can also refer more generally to a house or dwelling.

Inflection: Singular or Plural, Nominative, Accusative, or Genitive, Neuter

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΙΑ, ΟΙΚΟΣ, ΣΤΕΓΗ

Etymology: The word ΔΩΜΑ (dōma) comes from the Greek verb δέμω (demō), meaning 'to build'. It refers to something built, specifically a house or a part of a house.

Part of Speech: Unknown

Sounds like: PROSS-pee-noss

Translations: unknown

Notes: This word, "ΠΡΟΣΠΙΝΟΣ", does not appear to be a recognized word in Koine Greek lexicons or ancient texts. It is highly probable that it is a misspelling, a garbled text, or a very rare or obscure word not commonly attested. It could potentially be a compound word, with "ΠΡΟΣ" (pros) meaning 'to, toward, with, against', but the second part "ΠΙΝΟΣ" (pinos) does not correspond to any known Greek root or word that would form a coherent meaning in this context. Without further context or clarification, its meaning remains unknown.

Inflection: Unknown

G2309

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EE-theh-len

Translations: he wanted, she wanted, it wanted, he wished, she wished, it wished, he desired, she desired, it desired

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to want', 'to wish', or 'to desire'. It is in the imperfect tense, indicating an ongoing, continuous, or repeated action in the past. It describes what someone was wanting or wishing to do.

Inflection: Third person singular, Imperfect, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΒΟΥΛΟΜΑΙ, ΕΠΙΘΥΜΩ

Etymology: The word ΘΕΛΩ (thelo) comes from an ancient Greek root meaning 'to wish' or 'to be willing'.

G3903

Part of Speech: Participle, Verb

Sounds like: pah-rah-skeh-vah-ZON-toh

Translations: preparing, making ready, providing, getting ready, of those preparing, of those making ready

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'paraskeuazo', meaning 'to prepare' or 'to make ready'. It describes an action of getting something or someone ready for a specific purpose or event. In its genitive plural form, as seen in the example, it often functions in a genitive absolute construction, indicating a circumstance or time when the action of the main verb occurs, often translated as 'while they were preparing' or 'when they were making ready'.

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

Synonyms: ΕΤΟΙΜΑΖΩ, ΚΑΤΑΣΚΕΥΑΖΩ

G1909

Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb

Sounds like: ep-EE

Translations: on, upon, over, to, against, at, by, in, for, in addition to, besides, after, during, when, because of, concerning

Notes: This word is a common Koine Greek preposition that can also function as an adverb or a prefix. Its meaning is highly dependent on the case of the noun it governs. With the genitive case, it often means 'on, upon, over' (of place or time), 'in the time of', or 'in the presence of'. With the dative case, it can mean 'on, upon, at' (of place), 'in addition to', 'for the purpose of', or 'because of'. With the accusative case, it typically means 'on, upon, to' (indicating motion towards), 'against', 'over' (of authority), or 'for' (of purpose). As a prefix, it generally adds the meaning of 'upon', 'over', 'to', or 'in addition'.

Inflection: Does not inflect, but governs the Genitive, Dative, and Accusative cases.

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΠΑΡΑ, ΥΠΕΡ

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

G1611

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: EK-sta-sis

Translations: ecstasy, a trance, trance, amazement, an amazement, astonishment, bewilderment

Notes: This word refers to a state of being beside oneself, often due to intense emotion like fear, wonder, or astonishment, leading to a mental or spiritual trance. It describes a state where one's normal faculties are suspended, and they are overwhelmed by a powerful experience.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΘΑΜΒΟΣ, ΕΚΠΛΗΞΙΣ

Etymology: From the Greek verb ἐκίστημι (ekistēmi), meaning 'to displace, to put out of place, to amaze'. It is formed from ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of', and στάσις (stasis), meaning 'a standing'.

G2334

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: theh-oh-REE

Translations: a spectacle, a sight, a viewing, a contemplation, a theory, a pilgrimage, a mission, a delegation

Notes: This word refers to the act of looking at something, a sight, or a spectacle. It can also denote a contemplation or a theoretical understanding. In a broader sense, it can refer to a journey or delegation undertaken for the purpose of viewing or observing, such as a pilgrimage or an official mission.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΘΕΑ, ΟΨΙΣ, ΕΠΙΣΚΟΠΗ

Etymology: The word ΘΕΩΡΙΑ (theoria) is derived from the verb θεωρέω (theoreo), meaning 'to look at, behold, observe, contemplate'. It is related to θέα (thea), meaning 'a sight' or 'a viewing'.

G2597

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tah-BAH-ee-noh

Translations: I go down, I come down, I descend

Notes: This is a verb meaning 'to go down' or 'to descend'. It is a compound word formed from the preposition 'κατά' (KATA), meaning 'down' or 'according to', and the verb 'βαίνω' (BAINO), meaning 'to go' or 'to step'. It describes movement from a higher to a lower place, whether literally or figuratively.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΑΤΙΣΧΥΩ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the preposition ΚΑΤΑ (KATA), meaning 'down' or 'against', and the verb ΒΑΙΝΩ (BAINO), meaning 'to go' or 'to step'. ΒΑΙΝΩ comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to go' or 'to step'.

G4632

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: SKEV-os

Translations: vessel, a vessel, instrument, an instrument, article, an article, implement, an implement, jar, a jar, container, a container, goods, equipment

Notes: This word refers to any kind of vessel, implement, or article, often implying something useful or designed for a specific purpose. It can denote a container like a jar or pot, a tool or instrument, or more broadly, any piece of equipment or household good. Its meaning is quite versatile and depends on the context.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑΓΓΕΙΟΝ, ΕΡΓΑΛΕΙΟΝ, ΟΡΓΑΝΟΝ

Etymology: The word ΣΚΕΥΟΣ comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *skeu-, meaning 'to cover, to conceal'. It is related to words signifying equipment or preparation.

G3608

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: oh-tho-NANE

Translations: linen, linen cloth, a linen cloth, sheet, a sheet, sail, a sail

Notes: This word refers to a piece of linen cloth, often used for various purposes such as clothing, shrouds, or even as a sail. It is a feminine noun and in this form, it is in the accusative case, indicating it is the direct object of a verb or the object of a preposition.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΙΝΔΩΝ, ΒΥΣΣΟΣ

Etymology: The origin of this word is uncertain, but it is thought to be of Egyptian or Semitic origin, possibly related to words for fine linen or cloth.

G0746

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ar-KHAIS

Translations: to beginnings, to rulers, to authorities, to principalities, to first places, to origins

Notes: This word refers to the initial stages or points of something, such as beginnings or origins. It can also denote positions of power or authority, such as rulers, magistrates, or principalities, often referring to spiritual or governmental powers. It is used in a dative plural form, indicating the indirect object or the means/instrument.

Inflection: Plural, Dative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΕΞΟΥΣΙΑΙΣ, ΔΥΝΑΜΕΣΙΝ, ΗΓΕΜΟΣΙΝ

G2507

Part of Speech: Participle, Adjective

Sounds like: kah-thee-EH-meh-non

Translations: let down, lowered, sent down, a thing let down

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle derived from the verb καθίημι (kathíēmi), meaning 'to let down' or 'to send down'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective, describing something that has been lowered or sent down. It can be used to describe an object or a person that has been brought from a higher position to a lower one.

Inflection: Perfect Passive Participle, Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑΒΑΙΝΟΝ, ΚΑΤΑΦΕΡΟΜΕΝΟΝ

Etymology: The verb καθίημι (kathíēmi) is a compound word formed from the preposition κατά (katá), meaning 'down', and the verb ἵημι (híēmi), meaning 'to send' or 'to throw'. Thus, its core meaning is 'to send down' or 'to throw down'.

G1093

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: GAYS

Translations: (of) earth, (of) land, (of) ground, (of) world, (of) country, (of) region

Notes: This word refers to the earth, land, or ground. It can denote the physical soil, a specific territory or country, or the entire planet. As a genitive form, it indicates possession, origin, or the material from which something is made, often translated with 'of' in English.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΧΩΡΑ, ΑΓΡΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΓΗ (gē) comes from Proto-Hellenic *gā́, which itself is from Proto-Indo-European *ǵʰeh₁- ('earth').

G5225

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: hoo-PEER-khen

Translations: was, existed, there was, there existed, had, possessed

Notes: This word is the imperfect active indicative form of the verb 'to be' or 'to exist', often implying a state of being or possession that continued over a period in the past. It can mean 'was', 'existed', or 'there was/existed'. It can also mean 'to have' or 'to possess', indicating what someone had or what was available to them. It describes a continuous or repeated action or state in the past.

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

Synonyms: ΗΝ, ΕΓΕΝΕΤΟ

G3960

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-TAS-soh

Translations: strike, smite, hit, beat, wound

Notes: This word is likely a misspelling or an incomplete form of the verb 'πατάσσω' (patassō), which means 'to strike, smite, or hit'. It is used to describe the act of delivering a blow or impact, often with force. For example, it can refer to striking someone, hitting an object, or even a natural force like the sun striking something.

Inflection: Imperative, Aorist, Active, Second Person Singular (if it were πατάξατε, but it's not a standard form)

Synonyms: ΠΛΗΤΤΩ, ΤΥΠΤΩ, ΚΟΠΤΩ

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.

G2062

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: er-PEH-tah

Translations: creeping thing, creeping things, reptile, reptiles, animal, animals

Notes: This word refers to any creeping or crawling creature, such as a reptile, insect, or even a small animal that moves close to the ground. It is often used in a general sense to describe various types of animals, particularly those that are not large or domesticated. In some contexts, it can simply mean 'animal' or 'beast'.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΖΩΟΝ, ΘΗΡΙΟΝ

Etymology: The word ἑρπετόν (herpeton) comes from the Greek verb ἕρπω (herpō), meaning 'to creep' or 'to crawl'. It is related to the Latin word 'serpens' (serpent) and the English word 'serpent', reflecting a shared Indo-European root for creeping motion.

G5456

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: foh-NAY

Translations: voice, sound, noise, a voice, a sound, a noise

Notes: This word refers to a voice, a sound, or a noise. It is commonly used to describe the sound produced by living beings, such as a human voice or the sound of an animal, but can also refer to inanimate sounds like thunder or the sound of a trumpet. It is a feminine noun.

Inflection: Nominative, Singular, Feminine

Synonyms: ΗΧΟΣ, ΚΡΑΥΓΗ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *bʰeh₂- (to speak, tell, say). Cognate with Latin fari (to speak) and English ban.

G0450

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: ah-nah-STAS

Translations: having risen, rising, standing up, having stood up, having appeared, appearing, having been raised, being raised

Notes: This word is the masculine singular nominative active aorist participle of the verb 'ἀνίστημι' (anistēmi). It describes an action that has already occurred or is completed in relation to the main verb, indicating someone or something that has risen, stood up, or been raised. It is often used to refer to resurrection or a general act of rising.

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

Synonyms: ΕΓΕΙΡΩ, ΑΝΙΣΤΑΜΑΙ

G2068

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: PHA-geh

Translations: Eat!, Devour!

Notes: This is an aorist imperative form of the verb 'to eat' or 'to devour'. It is a command directed at one person, telling them to perform the action of eating. It can be used in various contexts, from a literal command to eat food to a more figurative sense of consuming or destroying something.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Imperative, Second Person Singular

Synonyms: ΕΣΘΙΩ, ΒΙΒΡΩΣΚΩ

Etymology: The verb φάγω (phagō) is the aorist stem of ἐσθίω (esthíō), meaning 'to eat'. The stem φάγ- is of uncertain origin, possibly related to an ancient root meaning 'to consume' or 'to devour'.

G3367

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: may-da-MOHS

Translations: by no means, in no way, not at all, never

Notes: This adverb emphasizes a strong negation, meaning 'by no means' or 'not at all'. It is used to express a firm refusal or prohibition, indicating that something should absolutely not happen or is absolutely not the case. It is a compound word formed from the negative particle 'μη' (not) and 'δαμως' (in any way).

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΥΔΑΜΩΣ, ΟΥΔΕΠΟΤΕ

Etymology: The word ΜΗΔΑΜΩΣ is an adverbial form derived from the adjective ΜΗΔΑΜΟΣ (medamos), meaning 'no one, nothing'. It is a compound of the negative particle ΜΗ (me, 'not') and ΔΑΜΟΣ (damos, related to 'any' or 'at all').

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.

G3763

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: oo-deh-POH-teh

Translations: never, at no time

Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'never' or 'at no time'. It is used to express a complete negation of an action or state occurring at any point in time. For example, it can be used in a sentence like 'He never came' or 'It will never happen'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΜΗΔΕΠΟΤΕ, ΟΥΔΕΠΩ

Etymology: From the negative particle ΟΥΔΕ (oude, 'not even, nor') and the indefinite adverb ΠΟΤΕ (pote, 'at some time, ever'). Together, they form the meaning 'not even ever', hence 'never'.

G5315

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-PHA-go

Translations: I ate, I did eat, I consumed

Notes: This is the first person singular, aorist indicative active form of the verb meaning 'to eat' or 'to consume'. It describes a completed action in the past, often translated as 'I ate' or 'I did eat'. It can be used literally for consuming food or metaphorically for devouring or destroying.

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

Synonyms: ΕΣΘΙΩ, ΒΙΒΡΩΣΚΩ, ΚΑΤΕΣΘΙΩ

Etymology: The root ΦΑΓ- (phag-) is the aorist stem of the verb ἐσθίω (esthiō), meaning 'to eat'. This stem is distinct from the present stem but is commonly used for past tense forms.

G3956

Part of Speech: Adjective, Pronoun

Sounds like: PAN

Translations: all, every, whole, everything, a whole

Notes: This word is the neuter nominative or accusative singular form of the adjective/pronoun ΠΑΣ (pas), meaning 'all' or 'every'. It is used to indicate totality or universality. For example, it can mean 'all things' or 'everything' when used substantively, or 'the whole' when modifying a singular noun. It can also be used to mean 'every' when referring to individual items within a group.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΟΛΟΣ, ΑΠΑΣ

Etymology: The word ΠΑΣ (pas) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *peh₂- meaning 'to protect, feed'. Its meaning evolved to 'all' or 'whole' in Greek.

G2839

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: KOY-non

Translations: common, shared, public, a common thing, the common thing, a community, the community

Notes: This word refers to something that is common, shared, or public. As an adjective, it describes something belonging to or used by all. As a neuter noun, it can refer to a common thing, a public matter, or even a community or commonwealth.

Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΔΗΜΟΣΙΟΣ, ΚΟΙΝΩΝΙΚΟΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *kom-yos, meaning 'common, shared'. It is related to the idea of 'togetherness' or 'fellowship'.

G0169

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-ka-THAR-ton

Translations: unclean, impure, defiled, an unclean thing

Notes: This word describes something that is ritually or morally impure, defiled, or unfit for use according to religious or ethical standards. It is often used in a religious context to refer to things or people that are not clean or holy. It is a compound word formed from the negative prefix 'α-' (a-, meaning 'not') and 'καθαρός' (katharos, meaning 'clean' or 'pure').

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΚΟΙΝΟΣ, ΜΙΑΡΟΣ, ΑΝΟΣΙΟΣ

Part of Speech: Letter, Numeral, Prefix

Sounds like: AL-fah (as the letter name), ah (as the sound)

Translations: Alpha, A, one, un-, a-

Notes: This is the first letter of the Greek alphabet, equivalent to the English 'A'. It can also function as the numeral '1'. Furthermore, it is commonly used as a prefix (known as the 'alpha privative') when placed before a word, indicating negation, absence, or the opposite of the word's meaning, similar to the English prefixes 'un-' or 'a-'. For example, 'atheist' (without God) comes from 'a-' (without) and 'theos' (God).

Inflection: Does not inflect as a letter or numeral. As a prefix, it modifies the meaning of the word it precedes.

Etymology: The letter 'Alpha' is derived from the Phoenician letter 'aleph', which meant 'ox'. It was adopted by the Greeks and became the first letter of their alphabet.

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.

G3778

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective

Sounds like: TOO-toh

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑΥΤΟΣ, ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ

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

G2112

Part of Speech: Adverb, Adjective

Sounds like: EW-thys

Translations: immediately, straightway, forthwith, at once, directly, straight, right, direct, a straight, a right

Notes: ΕΥΘΥΣ can function as an adverb meaning 'immediately' or 'straightway', indicating something happens without delay. It can also function as an adjective meaning 'straight', 'right', or 'direct', describing a path, a person's character, or a judgment. Its meaning often depends on the context in which it is used.

Inflection: Adverb (does not inflect); Adjective (Nominative, Masculine or Feminine, Singular)

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΑΧΡΗΜΑ, ΑΥΤΙΚΑ, ΕΥΘΕΩΣ

Etymology: From a primary particle meaning 'straight'. It conveys the idea of directness, either in space (straight line) or time (immediately).

G353

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-neh-LEEM-fthay

Translations: was taken up, was received up, was assumed

Notes: This word describes an action where someone or something is taken up, often implying an ascent or elevation. It is typically used in contexts where a person is lifted or received into a higher place, such as into heaven. It is the aorist passive indicative form of the verb 'analambanō', meaning 'to take up' or 'to receive'.

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

Synonyms: ΑΙΡΩ, ΑΝΑΒΑΙΝΩ, ΥΨΟΩ

Etymology: The word ἀναλαμβάνω (analambanō) is a compound word formed from ἀνά (ana), meaning 'up' or 'again', and λαμβάνω (lambanō), meaning 'to take' or 'to receive'. Thus, it literally means 'to take up' or 'to receive up'.

G3772

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: oo-ra-NOS

Translations: heaven, a heaven, sky, the sky

Notes: This word refers to the physical sky or the spiritual heavens, often used in a singular or plural sense. It can denote the abode of God, the celestial sphere, or simply the atmosphere above the earth. Its meaning can shift slightly depending on the context, but it consistently refers to the celestial realm.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΗΡ, ΚΟΣΜΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'ουρανός' (ouranos) is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek. It is the source of the Latin 'Uranus' and related terms in other languages.

G1438

Part of Speech: Reflexive Pronoun

Sounds like: eh-ah-TOH

Translations: (to) himself, (for) himself, (to) herself, (for) herself, (to) itself, (for) itself, (to) themselves, (for) themselves

Notes: This word is a reflexive pronoun, meaning it refers back to the subject of the clause. It indicates that the action of the verb is directed back to the subject itself. It can be used for singular or plural subjects, and its specific meaning (himself, herself, itself, themselves) depends on the gender and number of the subject it refers to. In this dative form, it often conveys the sense of 'to' or 'for' the subject.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Feminine or Neuter

G0302

Part of Speech: Particle

Sounds like: AN

Translations: if, perhaps, whatever, whenever, whoever, wherever, however, as soon as, until, before

Notes: This word is a conditional particle used to express possibility, contingency, or indefiniteness. It is often used with the subjunctive mood to form conditional clauses, indicating that an action or state is dependent on a certain condition. It can also be combined with other words to form indefinite relative pronouns or adverbs, such as 'whoever', 'whatever', or 'whenever'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΑΝ, ΟΤΑΝ, ΟΠΟΥ

Etymology: The particle 'an' is of uncertain origin, possibly related to the Proto-Indo-European root *h₂en- meaning 'on, at'. It is an ancient Greek particle that has been used since classical times.

G3705

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: O-RAH-mah

Translations: vision, a vision, sight, a sight, appearance, an appearance

Notes: This word refers to something seen, especially a supernatural appearance or a divine revelation, often in a dream or trance. It can also refer to a physical sight or appearance. It is used to describe what one perceives with their eyes, whether literally or figuratively, as in a prophetic vision.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΟΨΙΣ, ΟΠΤΑΣΙΑ, ΕΝΥΠΝΙΟΝ

Etymology: From the verb ὁράω (horaō), meaning 'to see'. It refers to the result or object of seeing.

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.

G5259

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: hoo-POH

Translations: under, by, from, with, subject to, at the hand of

Notes: This word is a common preposition in Koine Greek. Its meaning varies depending on the grammatical case of the noun it governs. When used with the genitive case, it typically indicates the agent or cause ('by', 'from'). With the dative case, it denotes a static position 'under' something. When used with the accusative case, it signifies motion 'under' or 'into subjection to'.

Inflection: Does not inflect, but governs the Genitive, Dative, and Accusative cases.

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'under'. It is cognate with English 'up' and 'over', showing a shared root related to position.

G2186

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-pes-TAY-san

Translations: they stood over, they stood by, they stood upon, they came upon, they attacked, they appeared suddenly, they were present

Notes: This is the third person plural, aorist active indicative form of the verb 'ephistēmi'. It describes an action completed in the past, indicating that a group of people 'stood over', 'came upon', or 'appeared suddenly' to someone or something. It can imply a hostile or confrontational approach, or simply a sudden presence.

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

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΕΣΤΗΣΑΝ, ΠΡΟΣΗΛΘΟΝ, ΕΠΗΛΘΟΝ

Etymology: The word 'ephistēmi' is a compound verb formed from the preposition 'epi' (upon, over, to) and the verb 'histēmi' (to stand, to set). It literally means 'to stand upon' or 'to set upon'.

G5455

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: foh-NEE-san-tes

Translations: having called, having spoken, having sounded, having cried out, having uttered a sound

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb 'φωνέω' (phōneō), meaning 'to call' or 'to speak'. As a participle, it describes an action that has been completed prior to the action of the main verb in the sentence. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun, or adverbially, indicating the circumstances or cause of the main action. For example, it could be translated as 'having called' or 'when they had called'.

Inflection: Aorist Active Participle, Masculine or Neuter, Nominative or Accusative, Plural

Synonyms: ΚΑΛΕΩ, ΛΕΓΩ, ΕΙΠΩΝ

G4441

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ep-oon-THA-non-toh

Translations: they were asking, they were inquiring, they were learning, they were finding out

Notes: This word is a verb in the imperfect tense, middle or passive voice, and third person plural. It describes an ongoing action in the past, indicating that 'they' were in the process of asking, inquiring, or finding out something. It implies a continuous or repeated action of seeking information or knowledge.

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

Synonyms: ΕΡΩΤΑΩ, ΖΗΤΕΩ, ΜΑΝΘΑΝΩ

G1487, G1488

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Verb

Sounds like: AY

Translations: if, whether, that, if indeed, if then, you are, be

Notes: This word has two primary uses in Koine Greek. Most commonly, it functions as a conditional particle meaning 'if', introducing a condition or a question. It can also be the second person singular present indicative active form of the verb 'to be', meaning 'you are' or 'be'. The context of the sentence determines which meaning is intended.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a conjunction); Second Person, Singular, Present, Indicative, Active (as a verb)

Synonyms: ΕΑΝ, ΕΙΠΕΡ, ΕΣΤΙΝ

Etymology: The conjunction 'εἰ' comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'if' or 'whether'. The verb form 'εἰ' comes from the Proto-Indo-European root for 'to be'.

G1941

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: eh-pee-ka-LOO-meh-nos

Translations: calling upon, who calls upon, being called upon, who is called upon, appealing to, who appeals to

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'epikaleō', meaning 'to call upon' or 'to appeal to'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action or state. It can refer to someone who is actively calling upon or appealing to someone or something, or it can describe someone or something that is being called upon or appealed to. Its specific meaning in a sentence depends on its grammatical case, gender, and number, as well as the context.

Inflection: Masculine, Singular, Nominative, Middle/Passive Voice, Present Tense

Synonyms: ΚΑΛΕΩ, ΠΡΟΣΚΑΛΕΩ

G4074, G4073

Part of Speech: Proper Noun, Noun

Sounds like: PEH-troo

Translations: of Peter, of a stone, of rock, of stones

Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of the proper noun ΠΕΤΡΟΣ (Petros), meaning 'Peter', referring to the apostle Simon Peter. It can also be the genitive singular form of the common noun ΠΕΤΡΑ (petra), meaning 'rock' or 'stone', or the genitive plural form of the common noun ΠΕΤΡΟΣ (petros), meaning 'stone' or 'rock'. The meaning depends on the context. When referring to a person, it means 'of Peter'. When referring to objects, it means 'of a stone' or 'of stones'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine (for Peter); Singular, Genitive, Feminine (for rock); Plural, Genitive, Masculine (for stones)

Synonyms: ΚΗΦΑΣ, ΛΙΘΟΣ

Etymology: The name ΠΕΤΡΟΣ (Petros) is derived from the Greek word for 'stone' or 'rock'. It was given to Simon by Jesus, signifying his role as a foundational 'rock' in the church. The common noun ΠΕΤΡΟΣ (petros) refers to a detached stone or pebble, while ΠΕΤΡΑ (petra) refers to a large mass of rock or bedrock.

G1260

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-en-thoo-MEH-noo

Translations: of considering, of pondering, of reflecting, of thinking, of meditating

Notes: This word is the genitive singular masculine or neuter form of the present middle/passive participle of the verb 'dienthumeomai'. It describes an ongoing action of deeply considering, pondering, or reflecting on something. It is often used in a dependent clause to indicate the subject's mental state or activity while another action is taking place.

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

Synonyms: ΕΝΘΥΜΕΟΜΑΙ, ΛΟΓΙΖΟΜΑΙ, ΔΙΑΛΟΓΙΖΟΜΑΙ

G2212

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: zay-TOO-tes

Translations: seeking, searching, desiring, requiring, looking for

Notes: This word is a present active participle, meaning 'seeking' or 'searching'. It describes an ongoing action of looking for something or someone, or desiring to obtain something. It can be used to describe the subject of a sentence performing the action of seeking, or it can function adjectivally to describe someone who is in the process of seeking.

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

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΖΗΤΕΩ, ΑΝΑΖΗΤΕΩ

G0235

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: AL-lah

Translations: but, yet, rather, on the contrary, nevertheless, however, indeed

Notes: This word is primarily a conjunction used to introduce a contrast or opposition to what has just been stated. It can often be translated as 'but' or 'yet'. It can also function as an adverb, meaning 'on the contrary' or 'indeed', emphasizing a preceding statement or introducing a strong affirmation.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΕ, ΟΜΩΣ, ΠΛΗΝ

Etymology: From the neuter plural of the adjective ἄλλος (allos), meaning 'other'. It developed into a conjunction indicating distinction or opposition.

G3367

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: MAY-den

Translations: nothing, no one, none, not even one

Notes: This word is a negative indefinite pronoun or adjective, meaning 'nothing' or 'no one'. It is the neuter form of the word 'ΜΗΔΕΙΣ'. It is used to express absolute negation, particularly in contexts involving prohibitions, commands, or with subjunctive and optative moods, indicating that something should not happen or does not exist under certain conditions. For example, it can be used in a sentence like 'do nothing' or 'let nothing happen'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Accusative, Vocative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΟΥΔΕΝ

Etymology: The word ΜΗΔΕΙΣ is a compound word formed from the negative particle ΜΗ (meaning 'not') and the numeral ΕΙΣ (meaning 'one'). It literally means 'not even one'.

G1252

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: dee-ah-KREE-noh-meh-noss

Translations: doubting, disputing, judging, discerning, hesitating, wavering, making a distinction, separating, contending

Notes: This word is a present passive participle of the verb 'διακρίνω'. It describes someone who is in a state of being judged, discerning, or making a distinction. It can also refer to someone who is doubting, hesitating, or disputing, often implying an internal struggle or a lack of firm conviction. In some contexts, it can mean to contend or argue with someone.

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

Synonyms: ΔΙΣΤΑΖΩ, ΑΜΦΙΒΑΛΛΩ, ΚΡΙΝΩ

G0649

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-pes-TAL-kah

Translations: I have sent, I have dispatched, I have commissioned

Notes: This word is the first person singular, perfect active indicative form of the verb 'apostellō'. It means 'I have sent' or 'I have dispatched'. The perfect tense indicates an action completed in the past with continuing results in the present. It implies that the sending has occurred, and the person or thing sent is still in the state of having been sent or is still on their mission.

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

Synonyms: ΠΕΠΟΜΦΑ, ΕΞΑΠΕΣΤΑΛΚΑ

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).

G1510

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EYE-mee

Translations: to be, I am, you are, he is, she is, it is, we are, they are, to exist, to happen, to occur, to come to pass

Notes: This is the Greek verb 'to be', one of the most fundamental verbs in the language. It is used to express existence, identity, or a state of being. It can function as a linking verb, connecting the subject to a predicate noun or adjective, or it can indicate simple existence or occurrence. Its meaning often depends on the context and the case of the noun or pronoun it accompanies.

Inflection: Infinitive or First Person Singular Present Active Indicative. It is a highly irregular verb with many forms for person, number, tense, mood, and voice.

Synonyms: ΥΠΑΡΧΩ, ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word 'eimi' comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to be' or 'to exist'. It is a very ancient and fundamental verb found across many Indo-European languages.

G2212

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: zay-TEH-ee-teh

Translations: you seek, you are seeking, you demand, you require, you desire, you investigate, you try to find

Notes: This word means to seek, search for, or try to find something or someone. It can also imply demanding, requiring, or desiring something. It is used when someone is actively looking for an object, a person, or even a solution to a problem.

Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, Second Person, Plural; or Present, Active, Imperative, Second Person, Plural

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΖΗΤΕΩ, ΑΝΑΖΗΤΕΩ, ΕΚΖΗΤΕΩ

G3588, G3739, G2228

Part of Speech: Definite Article, Relative Pronoun, Conjunction, Interjection

Sounds like: AY

Translations: the, who, which, or, oh, ah

Notes: This word is most commonly used as the definite article 'the' in Koine Greek, specifically as the feminine nominative singular form (e.g., 'the cry') or the neuter nominative/accusative plural form. It can also function as a relative pronoun meaning 'who' or 'which' (feminine nominative singular). Additionally, it can be a conjunction meaning 'or' or an interjection expressing surprise or emotion, similar to 'oh' or 'ah'. Its meaning is highly dependent on context.

Inflection: Feminine, Nominative, Singular (Definite Article or Relative Pronoun); Neuter, Nominative or Accusative, Plural (Definite Article); Does not inflect (Conjunction or Interjection)

Etymology: The Greek definite article and related forms derive from a Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronoun. The conjunction and interjection forms have separate, though related, origins within Proto-Indo-European.

G0156

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ai-TEE-ah

Translations: cause, reason, charge, accusation, fault, guilt, a cause, a reason, a charge, an accusation, a fault, a guilt

Notes: This word is a feminine noun meaning 'cause,' 'reason,' 'charge,' or 'accusation.' It refers to the underlying factor or motive behind an event or action, or the ground for a legal charge. It can be used in contexts ranging from philosophical discussions about causality to legal proceedings where someone is accused of a crime.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΦΑΣΙΣ, ΛΟΓΟΣ

Etymology: From the verb αἰτέω (aiteō), meaning 'to ask, beg, demand.' The noun form refers to that which is asked for or demanded as a reason or cause.

G1223

Part of Speech: Preposition, Numeral

Sounds like: DEE

Translations: through, by means of, on account of, because of, 14

Notes: This word is most commonly an elided form of the preposition ΔΙΑ (dia), meaning 'through', 'by means of', 'on account of', or 'because of'. It is used to indicate the means by which something is done or the reason for an action. It can also represent the Greek numeral 14, indicated by a keraia (a mark similar to an apostrophe) which is often omitted in transcription.

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

Synonyms: ΕΚ, ΥΠΟ, ΕΝΕΚΕΝ

Etymology: The preposition ΔΙΑ comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'through' or 'apart'.

G3936

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pah-RES-teh

Translations: be present, stand by, present yourselves, you are present, you stood by

Notes: This word is an inflected form of the verb 'παρίστημι' (paristēmi), which means 'to stand by', 'to be present', 'to assist', or 'to present'. It can function as an imperative, commanding someone to be present or stand by, or as an indicative, stating that someone is present or stood by. Its meaning often depends on the context, particularly whether it's used transitively (to present something) or intransitively (to be present).

Inflection: Second Person Plural, Aorist Active Indicative or Second Person Plural, Aorist Active Imperative

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΕΙΜΙ, ΠΑΡΕΧΩ

Etymology: The word 'παρίστημι' (paristēmi) is a compound verb formed from the preposition 'παρά' (para), meaning 'beside' or 'alongside', and the verb 'ἵστημι' (histēmi), meaning 'to stand' or 'to cause to stand'.

G3004

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EYE-pahn

Translations: they said, they spoke

Notes: This word is a third-person plural aorist active indicative form of the verb 'λέγω' (legō), meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. It describes an action of speaking or saying that occurred in the past and is viewed as a completed event. It is used to report what a group of people said.

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

Synonyms: ΦΗΜΙ, ΛΑΛΕΩ, ΑΓΟΡΕΥΩ

Etymology: The verb 'λέγω' (legō) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to collect, gather', which evolved to mean 'to pick out, count, tell, say' in Greek.

G1342

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: dee-KAH-ee-oss

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΑΓΑΘΟΣ, ΟΣΙΟΣ, ΕΥΘΥΣ

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

G3140

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: mar-ty-ROO-meh-nos

Translations: being testified, being witnessed, being borne witness to, being attested, being certified, being approved

Notes: This word is a present passive participle, meaning 'being testified' or 'being borne witness to'. It describes someone or something that is receiving testimony or witness from another. It is often used to indicate that a person's character or actions are being affirmed or validated by others.

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

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΜΑΡΤΥΡΕΩ, ΣΥΝΕΠΙΜΑΡΤΥΡΕΩ

G5037

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Particle

Sounds like: TEH

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΚΑΙ, ΔΕ, ΑΛΛΑ

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

G5537

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ekh-ray-ma-TIS-thay

Translations: was divinely warned, was instructed, was called, was named, was given a name

Notes: This word is the third person singular, aorist passive indicative form of the verb 'chrematizo'. It signifies receiving a divine warning or instruction, being called or named, or being dealt with in a specific manner, often implying a divine or authoritative communication. It describes an action that was completed in the past, where the subject was the recipient of the action.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΛΕΩ, ΟΝΟΜΑΖΩ, ΔΙΔΑΣΚΩ

Etymology: The word 'chrematizo' is derived from the Greek word 'chrema' (χρῆμα), meaning 'a thing, business, money'. Over time, its meaning evolved to include 'to transact business', and later, in a religious context, 'to receive a divine communication' or 'to be divinely instructed'.

G1528

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: eis-ka-le-SA-me-nos

Translations: having called in, having invited in, having summoned in

Notes: This word is an aorist middle participle derived from the verb ΕΙΣΚΑΛΕΩ (eiskaleō), meaning 'to call in' or 'to invite in'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has already occurred. The middle voice indicates that the subject performs the action for themselves or on themselves, or that they are involved in the result of the action. Therefore, 'having called in' implies the subject initiated or was involved in the calling/inviting.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle Voice, Participle, Masculine, Singular, Nominative

Synonyms: ΚΑΛΕΩ, ΠΡΟΣΚΑΛΕΩ

Etymology: The word ΕΙΣΚΑΛΕΩ is a compound verb formed from the preposition ΕΙΣ (eis), meaning 'into' or 'to', and the verb ΚΑΛΕΩ (kaleō), meaning 'to call' or 'to invite'. Thus, it literally means 'to call into' or 'to invite into'.

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.

G3579

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ex-EH-ni-sen

Translations: he entertained, he lodged, he received as a guest, he astonished, he amazed, he made strange, he made foreign

Notes: This word is the third person singular, aorist active indicative form of the verb ΞΕΝΙΖΩ (xenizo). It means 'he entertained' or 'he lodged' someone as a guest, implying hospitality towards a stranger. It can also mean 'he astonished' or 'he amazed' someone, or 'he made strange' or 'he made foreign', indicating something unusual or unexpected. The meaning depends on the context, often referring to either showing hospitality or causing surprise/alienation.

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

Synonyms: ΥΠΟΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΦΙΛΟΞΕΝΕΩ

G0080

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-del-FOH

Translations: to a brother, for a brother, a brother

Notes: This word refers to a brother, a fellow countryman, or a fellow believer. It is often used in a literal sense for a male sibling, but can also be used metaphorically to refer to someone who shares a common bond, such as a fellow member of a community or faith. It is a compound word, formed from 'a' (meaning 'together' or 'same') and 'delphys' (meaning 'womb'), thus literally 'from the same womb'. In this form, it is in the dative case, indicating the indirect object of an action, often translated with 'to' or 'for'.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΔΕΛΦΟΣ, ΣΥΝΤΡΟΦΟΣ, ΟΜΟΓΕΝΗΣ

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.

G2447

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ee-OP-pes

Translations: Joppa

Notes: This is a proper noun referring to Joppa, an ancient port city on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea, located in modern-day Israel. It is mentioned in both the Old and New Testaments as a significant maritime hub. The word is used to refer to the city itself.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Etymology: The name Joppa is of Semitic origin, likely derived from the Hebrew word 'yapho' (יָפוֹ), meaning 'beautiful' or 'fair'. It was known by various names throughout history, including Japho and Jaffa.

G4905

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soon-EEL-thon

Translations: came together, gathered, assembled, met

Notes: This word is the third person plural aorist active indicative form of the verb ΣΥΝΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, meaning "to come together" or "to assemble." It describes a past action where multiple individuals or groups converged or gathered in one place. It is a compound word formed from the preposition ΣΥΝ (together with) and the verb ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ (to come).

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

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΑΓΩ, ΣΥΝΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΣΥΝΕΡΧΟΝΤΑΙ

G4328

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: pros-do-KOHN

Translations: expecting, waiting for, looking for, looking forward to

Notes: This word is a present active participle, meaning 'expecting' or 'waiting for'. It describes an ongoing action of anticipation. It is often used to indicate someone who is looking forward to an event or outcome, whether good or bad. It can be used in a sentence like 'The people were expecting the king's arrival' or 'He was waiting for the sign'.

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

Synonyms: ΕΚΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΑΠΕΚΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΠΡΟΣΜΕΝΩ

Etymology: The word προσδοκάω (prosdokao) is a compound word formed from the preposition πρός (pros), meaning 'to' or 'towards', and δοκάω (dokao), which is related to δέχομαι (dechomai), meaning 'to receive' or 'to accept'. Thus, it conveys the idea of looking towards something with the expectation of receiving or encountering it.

G4779

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: soon-ka-le-SAH-me-nos

Translations: having called together, having assembled, having summoned

Notes: This word is a compound participle, formed from the preposition 'σύν' (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and the verb 'καλέω' (kaleō), meaning 'to call'. Therefore, it means 'to call together' or 'to assemble'. As a participle, it describes an action that has been completed by the subject, often translated as 'having called together' or 'having assembled'. It is used to indicate that the subject performed the action of gathering people before proceeding with another action.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle Voice, Nominative, Masculine, Singular

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΑΓΩ, ΣΥΝΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The verb ΣΥΓΚΑΛΕΩ is a compound of the preposition ΣΥΝ (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and the verb ΚΑΛΕΩ (kaleō), meaning 'to call'.

G4773

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: syng-ge-NEYS

Translations: related, kindred, kinsfolk, relatives, a relative, kinsmen, a kinsman

Notes: This word describes someone who is related by birth or family, indicating a familial connection. It can be used as an adjective to describe something as 'related' or 'kindred,' or more commonly as a noun to refer to 'relatives' or 'kinsfolk.' It is a compound word formed from 'σύν' (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together,' and 'γένος' (genos), meaning 'race, family, or kind,' emphasizing the shared origin or family tie.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Accusative, or Vocative, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΥΓΓΕΝΗΣ, ΣΥΓΓΕΝΕΙΣ

G5384

Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective

Sounds like: fee-LOOS

Translations: friends, beloved ones, dear ones, beloved, dear

Notes: This word can function as a noun meaning 'friend' or 'beloved one', or as an adjective meaning 'dear' or 'beloved'. It is used to refer to individuals or groups who are cherished, loved, or closely associated with someone. In the provided examples, it consistently refers to 'friends' or 'beloved ones' in the accusative case, indicating they are the direct object of an action.

Inflection: Accusative, Plural, Masculine

Synonyms: ΕΤΑΙΡΟΣ, ΣΥΝΕΡΓΟΣ

G4876

Part of Speech: Participle, Verb

Sounds like: soon-AN-tay-sas

Translations: having met, meeting, encountering, coming together, coming upon

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle, meaning 'having met' or 'when one met'. It describes an action that occurred prior to the main verb of the sentence. It is used to indicate that someone came into contact with another person or thing, often by chance or by appointment. For example, it could be used in a sentence like 'Having met him, I spoke to him.'

Inflection: Aorist Active Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Singular

Synonyms: ΑΠΑΝΤΗΣΑΣ, ΣΥΝΤΥΧΩΝ

G4098

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: peh-SOHN

Translations: having fallen, falling, fell, fallen

Notes: ΠΕΣΩΝ is the aorist active participle of the verb ΠΙΠΤΩ, meaning 'to fall' or 'to fall down'. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred or is completed relative to the main verb of the sentence. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun, or adverbially, indicating cause, time, or manner. For example, 'the man having fallen' or 'when he fell'.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑΠΙΠΤΩ, ΕΜΠΙΠΤΩ, ΠΕΡΙΠΙΠΤΩ

Etymology: The root verb ΠΙΠΤΩ comes from an ancient Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to fall'. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages that also convey the idea of falling or dropping.

G4352

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pros-eh-koo-NEE-seh

Translations: he worshipped, she worshipped, it worshipped, he bowed down, she bowed down, it bowed down, he prostrated himself, she prostrated herself, it prostrated itself

Notes: This word describes an act of reverence or submission, typically involving bowing down or prostrating oneself before someone or something. It can refer to worship directed towards God, or to showing respect or homage to a human ruler or figure of authority. The action often implies a physical posture of humility.

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

Synonyms: ΣΕΒΟΜΑΙ, ΛΑΤΡΕΥΩ

G3004

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: leh-GOHN

Translations: saying, speaking, telling

Notes: ΛΕΓΩΝ is the present active participle of the verb λέγω (legō), meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. It is commonly used to introduce direct or indirect speech, functioning similarly to 'saying' or 'speaking' in English. For example, it might be translated as 'he came saying...' or 'they decreed, speaking...'. It describes an ongoing action of speaking or declaring.

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

Synonyms: ΛΑΛΩΝ, ΦΩΝΩΝ, ΕΡΩΝ

Etymology: The word λέγω (legō) comes from Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'to collect, gather, pick out'. In Greek, it evolved to mean 'to speak' or 'to say', perhaps from the idea of 'picking out words'.

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: ow-TOS

Translations: he, she, it, they, himself, herself, itself, themselves, same, very, a same, the same

Notes: This word functions as both a pronoun and an adjective. As a pronoun, it can mean 'he, she, it' (third person personal pronoun) or be used intensively to mean 'himself, herself, itself, themselves'. When used as an adjective, it means 'the same' or 'the very'. Its meaning depends on its position and context within a sentence. For example, when used attributively with an article (e.g., ὁ αὐτὸς), it means 'the same'. When used predicatively or without an article, it often has an intensive meaning ('he himself').

Inflection: Masculine, Feminine, or Neuter; Singular or Plural; Nominative, Genitive, Dative, or Accusative

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *h₁ew-to- (self, same).

G0444

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: AHN-throh-pohs

Translations: man, a man, human being, a human being, person, a person, mankind, humanity

Notes: This word refers to a human being, a person, or mankind in general. It is a common noun used to denote any individual of the human species, regardless of gender, though it is often translated as 'man' in a generic sense. It can be used to distinguish humans from God or from animals.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΒΡΟΤΟΣ, ΤΙΣ

Etymology: The word "ΑΝΘΡΩΠΟΣ" is of uncertain origin, but it is an ancient Greek term for a human being. Some theories suggest it may be related to words meaning "upward-looking" or "earth-faced."

G4816

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: soon-oh-mee-LON

Translations: talking with, conversing with, speaking with

Notes: This word is a compound verb, formed from the preposition ΣΥΝ (SYN), meaning 'with' or 'together', and the verb ΟΜΙΛΕΩ (HOMILEO), meaning 'to associate with' or 'to converse'. Therefore, ΣΥΝΟΜΙΛΩΝ means 'talking together with' or 'conversing with'. It describes the action of engaging in conversation with someone.

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

Synonyms: ΛΑΛΕΩ, ΔΙΑΛΕΓΟΜΑΙ

G1525

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eis-EEL-then

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

Notes: This word describes the action of entering or coming into a place. It is often used to indicate movement from an outside location to an inside one, or to signify the beginning of a state or condition. It is a compound word formed from 'EIS' (into) and 'ERCHOMAI' (to come/go).

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

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΕΙΣΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ, ΕΙΣΒΑΙΝΩ

Etymology: The word εἰσέρχομαι (eiserchomai) is a compound verb formed from the preposition εἰς (eis), meaning 'into' or 'to', and the verb ἔρχομαι (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go'. Its etymology traces back to Proto-Indo-European roots related to movement.

G4905

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: soon-el-ay-LOO-thoh-tas

Translations: having come together, having assembled, having gathered, those who have come together, those who have assembled, those who have gathered

Notes: This word is a perfect active participle, meaning "having come together" or "having assembled." It describes a state of having gathered or convened. It is often used to refer to a group of people who have met or gathered in a particular place, functioning adjectivally to describe them.

Inflection: Perfect Active Participle, Accusative, Masculine, Plural

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΗΓΜΕΝΟΥΣ, ΣΥΝΗΘΡΟΙΣΜΕΝΟΥΣ

G5210

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: hoo-MEES

Translations: you, to you, for you, by you, with you

Notes: This word is a second-person plural pronoun. Without diacritics, it most commonly represents either the nominative form 'ὑμεῖς' (you) or the dative form 'ὑμῖν' (to/for/by/with you). Its specific meaning in a sentence depends on the grammatical case it represents, which is often determined by context or the presence of prepositions. It refers to a group of people being addressed.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Dative

Etymology: The word 'ὑμεῖς' (hymeis) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *yuH- (you). It is the plural form of the second-person pronoun.

G0111

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-THEM-ee-ton

Translations: unlawful, unholy, abominable, forbidden, an unlawful thing, an unholy thing

Notes: This word describes something that is not permitted or is contrary to law, custom, or divine will. It implies something that is morally or religiously forbidden, often carrying a sense of impropriety or abomination. It is a compound word formed from the negative prefix 'A-' (meaning 'not') and 'ΘΕΜΙΤΟΣ' (meaning 'lawful' or 'permitted').

Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑΝΟΜΟΣ, ΑΚΑΘΑΡΤΟΣ

Etymology: From the negative prefix 'A-' (meaning 'not') and 'ΘΕΜΙΤΟΣ' (meaning 'lawful' or 'permitted'), which itself comes from 'ΘΕΜΙΣ' (meaning 'that which is laid down', 'custom', 'law').

G0435

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: AHN-dree

Translations: (to) man, (to) a man, (to) husband, (to) a husband

Notes: This word is the dative singular form of the noun 'ΑΝΗΡ' (anēr), meaning 'man' or 'husband'. In Koine Greek, the dative case often indicates the indirect object of a verb, showing to whom or for whom an action is done. Therefore, 'ΑΝΔΡΙ' typically translates to 'to a man' or 'to a husband', or 'for a man' or 'for a husband'. It can also indicate association or instrument, depending on the context.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΝΘΡΩΠΩ

G4334

Part of Speech: Infinitive Verb

Sounds like: pros-ER-khes-thai

Translations: to come to, to approach, to draw near, to go to, to resort to

Notes: This word is the present middle/passive infinitive form of the verb 'προσέρχομαι' (proserchomai). It is a compound verb formed from 'πρός' (pros), meaning 'to' or 'towards', and 'ἔρχομαι' (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go'. It describes the action of moving towards someone or something, indicating an approach or drawing near. It can be used in various contexts, such as approaching a person, a place, or even a concept like God or a task.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΠΛΗΣΙΑΖΩ, ΠΡΟΣΑΓΩ

Etymology: The word 'προσέρχομαι' (proserchomai) is a compound verb derived from the preposition 'πρός' (pros), meaning 'to, towards, with', and the verb 'ἔρχομαι' (erchomai), meaning 'to come, to go'. Its etymology reflects the action of movement in a specific direction.

G0246

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: al-lo-FY-loh

Translations: foreign, a foreigner, of foreigners, to foreigners, alien, of aliens, to aliens

Notes: This word refers to someone of another tribe or nation, a foreigner, or an alien. It is a compound word formed from 'ἄλλος' (allos), meaning 'other', and 'φυλή' (phylē), meaning 'tribe' or 'race'. It is used to describe people who are not part of one's own group or nation. In the provided examples, it is used in the genitive plural ('of foreigners') and potentially dative plural ('to foreigners') or dative singular ('to a foreigner'), indicating possession or direction.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Feminine or Neuter; or Plural, Genitive, Masculine or Feminine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΞΕΝΟΣ, ΕΘΝΙΚΟΣ

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

G3367

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: may-THEH-nah

Translations: no one, nobody, nothing, any, not any, none

Notes: This word is a negative indefinite pronoun or adjective, meaning 'no one', 'nobody', 'nothing', or 'not any'. It is used to express a complete absence or negation of something or someone. As an adjective, it modifies a noun, indicating that there is 'not any' of that noun. As a pronoun, it stands in for 'no one' or 'nothing'. It is often used in prohibitions or commands, especially with the subjunctive mood, to forbid an action.

Inflection: Singular, Masculine or Feminine, Accusative

Synonyms: ΟΥΔΕΙΣ, ΟΥΔΕΝ

G1352

Part of Speech: Conjunction

Sounds like: DEE-oh

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΑ ΤΟΥΤΟ, ΟΥΝ, ΑΡΑ

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

G0477

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: ah-nan-tee-RRAY-tohs

Translations: without contradiction, unquestionably, undeniably, certainly, undoubtedly

Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'without contradiction' or 'unquestionably'. It is used to emphasize that something is true, certain, or undeniable, leaving no room for dispute or argument. It indicates a statement or action that is beyond dispute.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΑΛΗΘΩΣ, ΒΕΒΑΙΩΣ, ΑΣΦΑΛΩΣ

Etymology: The word is derived from the adjective ΑΝΑΝΤΙΡΡΗΤΟΣ (anantirrhētos), meaning 'uncontradicted' or 'indisputable', which itself comes from the negative prefix ΑΝ- (an-) meaning 'not', and ΑΝΤΙΡΡΗΤΟΣ (antirrhētos), meaning 'contradicted' or 'disputed'.

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'.

G3343

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: meh-tah-PEM-fthays

Translations: having been sent for, having been summoned, having been called

Notes: This word is a compound verb, formed from 'μετά' (with, after) and 'πέμπω' (to send). It means to send for someone, to summon, or to call for. In this form, it is a participle, indicating an action that has already occurred, often translated as 'having been sent for' or 'having been summoned'. It describes the state of someone who has been called to come.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΛΕΩ, ΠΡΟΣΚΑΛΕΩ

G4441

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: poon-THA-no-meh

Translations: we were inquiring, we were asking, we were learning, we were ascertaining

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to inquire,' 'to ask,' 'to learn by inquiry,' or 'to ascertain.' It describes the act of seeking information or understanding through questioning or investigation. It is often used in contexts where someone is trying to find out facts or details about a situation.

Inflection: First Person Plural, Imperfect Indicative, Middle/Passive Voice

Synonyms: ΕΡΩΤΑΩ, ΖΗΤΕΩ, ΜΑΝΘΑΝΩ

Etymology: The verb πυνθάνομαι (punthanomai) is derived from the Proto-Indo-European root *bʰewdʰ- meaning 'to be awake, to perceive, to make aware.' It is related to words concerning perception and understanding.

G3767

Part of Speech: Particle, Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: OON

Translations: therefore, then, accordingly, consequently, so, now, indeed

Notes: This word is a particle used to indicate a logical consequence, transition, or continuation. It often introduces a conclusion or a statement that follows from what has just been said. It can also be used to resume a narrative or to emphasize a point, sometimes translated as 'now' or 'indeed' in such contexts.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΑΡΑ, ΔΕ, ΤΟΙΓΑΡΟΥΝ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *h₂u, a particle indicating 'away from'. In Greek, it developed into a particle of inference or transition.

G3056

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: LO-go

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΡΗΜΑ, ΜΥΘΟΣ, ΕΠΟΣ

G3343

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: meh-tep-EM-psas-thai

Translations: to send for, to summon, to send after, to call for

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from 'μετά' (with, after), 'ἐκ' (out of), and 'πέμπω' (to send). It means to send for someone or something, or to summon them. It implies causing someone to come to oneself, often by sending a messenger or a request. It is typically used in the middle voice, indicating that the action is performed by the subject for their own benefit or on their own behalf.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle Voice, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΚΑΛΕΩ, ΠΡΟΣΚΑΛΕΩ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the preposition ΜΕΤΑ (meta, 'with, after'), the preposition ΕΚ (ek, 'out of'), and the verb ΠΕΜΠΩ (pempo, 'to send'). The combination implies sending out to bring something or someone back to oneself.

G3360

Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb, Conjunction

Sounds like: MEKH-ree

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

Notes: This word indicates a point in time or space that is reached, meaning 'until' or 'up to'. As a preposition, it takes the genitive case and specifies the limit of an action or state. As an adverb, it can modify verbs or clauses, indicating duration or extent. As a conjunction, it introduces a temporal clause, meaning 'while' or 'until'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΩΣ, ΑΧΡΙ

Etymology: From an assumed base *mekh-, perhaps related to μέγας (megas, “great”) or μήκος (mēkos, “length”). It denotes a limit or extent.

Part of Speech: Article

Sounds like: TAYN

Translations: the

Notes: This word is a scribal abbreviation for ΤΗΝ (TĒN), which is the definite article 'the'. It is used to specify a noun that is already known or has been previously mentioned. As an article, it always precedes the noun it modifies and agrees with it in gender, number, and case. In this form, it is used with feminine singular nouns in the accusative case.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Etymology: The Greek definite article derives from a demonstrative pronoun in Proto-Indo-European. It evolved to function as a definite article, specifying nouns.

G4336

Part of Speech: Participle, Verb

Sounds like: pros-yoo-KHO-meh-nos

Translations: praying, one who prays, a praying one

Notes: This word is a present middle/passive participle, meaning 'praying' or 'one who prays'. It describes someone who is actively engaged in prayer. It can function adjectivally, describing a noun (e.g., 'the praying man'), or adverbially, indicating the manner or circumstance of an action (e.g., 'he spoke while praying').

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

Synonyms: ΔΕΟΜΕΝΟΣ, ΑΙΤΟΥΜΕΝΟΣ

G1799

Part of Speech: Adverb, Preposition

Sounds like: en-OH-pee-on

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

Notes: This word functions as an adverb or an improper preposition, meaning 'before' or 'in the presence of'. It is used to indicate a position directly in front of someone or something, or to denote being under the observation or authority of someone. When used as a preposition, it typically takes the genitive case.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΜΠΡΟΣΘΕΝ, ΚΑΤΕΝΩΠΙΟΝ

Etymology: This word is a compound of the preposition 'ἐν' (en, meaning 'in') and 'ὤψ' (ōps, meaning 'face' or 'countenance'). It literally means 'in the face of' or 'in the sight of'.

G2986

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: LAM-prah

Translations: bright, brilliant, radiant, splendid, a splendid, glorious, a glorious, clear, a clear, white, a white

Notes: This word describes something that is bright, shining, or splendid. It can refer to physical light, like the sun or stars, or to something that is metaphorically brilliant or glorious, such as wisdom or a way of life. It can also describe something that is clear or white in appearance. It is used to qualify nouns, agreeing with them in gender, number, and case.

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

Synonyms: ΦΩΤΕΙΝΟΣ, ΛΕΥΚΟΣ, ΕΝΔΟΞΟΣ

G1522

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eis-ay-KOO-sthay

Translations: was heard, was listened to, was answered

Notes: This word is the third person singular, aorist passive indicative form of the verb 'eisakouō'. It means 'to be heard' or 'to be listened to', often in the context of prayers being heard or answered by God. As a passive verb, the subject is the one being heard or listened to, rather than the one doing the hearing. It is a compound word formed from 'eis' (into, unto) and 'akouō' (to hear).

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Aorist, Passive, Indicative

Synonyms: ΑΚΟΥΩ, ΥΠΑΚΟΥΩ

G4335

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pros-YOO-khee

Translations: prayer, a prayer, supplication

Notes: This word refers to an act of prayer or supplication, a communication with God or a deity. It is commonly used to describe the act of worship or a specific request made in prayer. It can be used in contexts ranging from personal devotion to public worship.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΕΗΣΙΣ, ΕΥΧΗ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek προσεύχομαι (proseúkhomai, “to pray”), from πρός (prós, “to, toward”) + εὔχομαι (eúkhomai, “to pray, to wish”). It literally means 'a prayer directed towards'.

G1799

Part of Speech: Adverb, Preposition

Sounds like: en-OH-pee-oh

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

Notes: This word functions as an adverb meaning 'before' or 'in the presence of'. It can also act as a preposition, typically taking the genitive case, to indicate being in front of someone or something, or in their sight. It emphasizes a direct, face-to-face encounter or a position directly before an entity.

Inflection: Does not inflect (adverbial form). It is derived from the noun 'enopion' (G1799), which is neuter singular.

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΕΝΩΠΙΟΝ, ΕΜΠΡΟΣΘΕΝ, ΠΡΟΣΩΠΟΝ

Etymology: Derived from the Greek preposition 'en' (in) and 'ops' (face, eye), literally meaning 'in the face' or 'in the sight'.

G3854

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: pa-ra-geh-NO-meh-nos

Translations: having come, having arrived, being present, having appeared

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'παραγίνομαι', meaning 'to come alongside', 'to arrive', or 'to be present'. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred relative to the main verb of the sentence. It often functions adverbially, indicating the circumstances or time of the main action, such as 'when he had come' or 'after arriving'.

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

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΗΚΩ, ΦΘΑΝΩ

Etymology: The word 'παραγίνομαι' is a compound word formed from the preposition 'παρά' (para), meaning 'beside' or 'alongside', and the verb 'γίνομαι' (ginomai), meaning 'to become' or 'to come into being'. Together, they convey the sense of 'coming alongside' or 'arriving'.

G3918

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: par-ES-men

Translations: we are present, we are here, we are ready, we are at hand

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition παρά (para, meaning 'beside' or 'alongside') and the verb εἰμί (eimi, meaning 'to be'). It means 'to be present', 'to be at hand', or 'to be ready'. It is used to indicate someone's presence or availability, often in response to a call or command.

Inflection: First Person Plural, Present Indicative, Active

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΕΣΤΗΚΑΜΕΝ, ΕΣΜΕΝ

Etymology: The word ΠΑΡΕΙΜΙ is a compound of the preposition παρά (para), meaning 'beside' or 'alongside', and the verb εἰμί (eimi), meaning 'to be'.

G4367

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: pros-teh-TAG-meh-nah

Translations: commanded things, things commanded, orders, instructions

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle, meaning 'having been commanded' or 'that which has been commanded'. In its neuter plural form, it refers to 'things that have been commanded' or 'orders/instructions'. It is often used to describe duties, laws, or directives that have been given.

Inflection: Perfect, Passive, Participle, Neuter, Plural, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΕΝΤΟΛΑΙ, ΔΙΑΤΑΓΜΑΤΑ, ΚΕΛΕΥΣΜΑΤΑ

Etymology: The word προστάσσω (prostassō) is a compound word formed from the preposition πρός (pros), meaning 'to' or 'towards', and τάσσω (tassō), meaning 'to arrange' or 'to order'. Thus, it literally means 'to arrange towards' or 'to set in order for'.

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.

G455

Part of Speech: Verb Participle

Sounds like: ah-NOIK-sas

Translations: having opened, opening, when he opened, when he had opened

Notes: This word is the aorist active participle of the verb 'anoigo', meaning 'to open'. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred or is completed, often functioning adverbially to indicate the time or manner of the main verb's action. It can be translated in various ways depending on context, such as 'having opened' (indicating a completed action before another), 'when he opened' (indicating a temporal relationship), or simply 'opening' (describing the subject's action).

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

Synonyms: ANOIXAS

Etymology: The word 'anoigo' is formed from the prefix 'ana-' (meaning 'up' or 'again') and the verb 'oigo' (meaning 'to open'). It literally means 'to open up' or 'to open again'.

G4750

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: STOH-mah

Translations: mouth, an mouth, opening, edge, speech, utterance

Notes: This word refers to the mouth of a person or animal. It can also metaphorically refer to an opening or entrance, such as the mouth of a river or a cave. Furthermore, it is often used to denote speech, utterance, or the edge of a sword or other sharp object, implying the 'cutting' or 'speaking' part. It is a neuter noun.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΣΤΟΜΑΤΟΣ, ΣΤΟΜΑΤΙ, ΣΤΟΜΑΤΑ

Etymology: From an ancient root meaning 'mouth' or 'opening'. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages with similar meanings.

G2638

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tah-lam-BAH-noh-mai

Translations: I am understanding, I am comprehending, I am perceiving, I am seizing, I am overtaking, I am apprehending, I am laying hold of

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition κατά (kata, meaning 'down' or 'against') and the verb λαμβάνω (lambano, meaning 'to take' or 'to receive'). In its passive form, it means to be understood, comprehended, or perceived. It can also mean to be seized, overtaken, or apprehended, often implying a forceful or sudden action. In the provided context, it conveys the sense of coming to a realization or understanding.

Inflection: Present, Indicative, Middle/Passive, First Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΙΗΜΙ, ΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΚΑΤΑΝΟΕΩ

G3756

Part of Speech: Adverb, Particle

Sounds like: OOK

Translations: not, no

Notes: This word is a negative particle used to express negation. It typically precedes a word beginning with a vowel or is used at the end of a clause. It is used to deny a fact or to express a strong prohibition. It is often used with verbs to negate their action, meaning 'not' or 'no'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΥ, ΟΥΧΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is a primary negative particle in Ancient Greek, related to similar negative particles in other Indo-European languages.

G4381

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pro-so-po-LEMP-tays

Translations: respecter of persons, partial person, one who shows favoritism

Notes: This is a compound word formed from 'prosopon' (face, person) and 'lambano' (to take, receive). It refers to someone who shows partiality or favoritism, especially based on outward appearance, status, or position, rather than judging impartially. It describes a person who 'takes a face' or 'accepts a person' over another, implying a lack of fairness.

Inflection: Singular, Masculine, Nominative

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΩΠΟΛΗΨΙΑ, ΑΔΙΚΙΑ

Etymology: The word is a compound of two Greek words: πρόσωπον (prosōpon), meaning 'face' or 'person', and λαμβάνω (lambanō), meaning 'to take' or 'to receive'. The combination describes the act of 'taking a face' or 'showing partiality based on a person's outward appearance or status'.

G0235

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: ALL

Translations: but, yet, rather, on the contrary, however, moreover, indeed

Notes: This word is a conjunction or adverb used to introduce a contrast, an exception, or an emphasis. It often translates to 'but' or 'yet' when contrasting two ideas, or 'rather' when correcting a previous statement. It can also be used to add emphasis, meaning 'indeed' or 'moreover'. It is an indeclinable particle.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΕ, ΠΛΗΝ, ΟΜΩΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *alyos, meaning 'other'. It is related to Latin alius and English 'else'.

G1484

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ETH-nee

Translations: to the nation, to the people, to the Gentiles, to the heathen

Notes: This word is the dative singular form of the noun 'ἔθνος' (ethnos). It refers to a nation, a people, or a group of people, often with a connotation of being distinct from others, such as the Jewish people or the Gentiles (non-Jews). In its dative form, it indicates the recipient or beneficiary of an action, meaning 'to the nation' or 'for the people'. It can also refer to a tribe or a race.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΛΑΟϹ, ΓΕΝΟϹ

G2038

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: er-ga-ZOH-meh-nos

Translations: working, doing, performing, laboring, a worker, one who works

Notes: This word is a present middle/passive participle derived from the verb 'εργαζομαι' (ergazomai), meaning 'to work' or 'to do'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing someone who is in the process of working or doing something. It can also be substantival, meaning 'one who works' or 'a worker'. Its meaning can vary slightly depending on the context, but it generally refers to engaging in an activity or labor.

Inflection: Present, Middle or Passive Voice, Masculine, Singular, Nominative

Synonyms: ΠΟΙΕΩ, ΠΡΑΤΤΩ, ΔΡΑΩ

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.

G1184

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: DEK-tos

Translations: acceptable, welcome, pleasing, approved, a welcome one

Notes: This word describes something or someone that is received favorably, approved of, or considered pleasing. It can be used to describe a person who is accepted, or an offering or action that is agreeable to someone, often God. It implies a sense of being well-received or found worthy.

Inflection: Singular, Masculine, Nominative. Can also be Feminine or Neuter, and inflects for all cases.

Synonyms: ΕΥΑΡΕΣΤΟΣ, ΠΡΟΣΔΕΚΤΟΣ, ΕΥΠΡΟΣΔΕΚΤΟΣ

Etymology: From the Koine Greek verb δέχομαι (dechomai), meaning 'to receive, accept'. It describes something that has been received or is capable of being received.

G2097

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: yoo-ang-ghel-ee-ZOH-meh-nos

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

Notes: This word is a present participle, middle or passive voice, meaning 'proclaiming good news' or 'preaching the gospel'. It describes someone who is actively engaged in the process of announcing or spreading the good news, often referring to the Christian gospel. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing the subject's action or state.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine, Present, Middle or Passive Voice, Participle

Synonyms: ΚΗΡΥΣΣΩΝ, ΔΙΔΑΣΚΩΝ

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.

G3956

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: pan-TOH

Translations: altogether, entirely, by all means, in every way

Notes: This word is an adverb derived from the adjective 'πᾶς' (pas), meaning 'all' or 'every'. As an adverb, 'παντῶ' means 'altogether' or 'entirely', indicating completeness or totality in an action or state. It can also mean 'by all means' or 'in every way', emphasizing a comprehensive manner.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΛΩΣ, ΠΑΝΤΕΛΩΣ

Etymology: The word 'πᾶς' (pas), from which 'παντῶ' is derived, comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'all' or 'every'.

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.

G1096

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: geh-NO-meh-non

Translations: having become, having happened, having been, having been born, that which has come into being, a thing that has happened

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'ginomai', meaning 'to become' or 'to happen'. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred. It can function as an adjective, describing a noun, or as a noun itself, referring to 'that which has come into being' or 'a thing that has happened'. It implies a state of being or an event that has taken place.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle Voice, Participle, Nominative or Accusative, Singular, Neuter

Synonyms: ΓΕΓΟΝΟΣ, ΕΓΕΝΕΤΟ

G4487

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: RHE-ma

Translations: word, a word, saying, a saying, thing, a thing, matter, a matter, utterance, an utterance

Notes: This word refers to something spoken, an utterance, a saying, or a word. It can also refer to a matter or a thing that is spoken about or decided. It is often used in contexts referring to divine pronouncements or significant statements.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΛΟΓΟΣ, ΕΠΟΣ

Etymology: From the verb ῥέω (rheō), meaning 'to speak' or 'to flow'. It refers to that which is spoken or uttered.

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.

G0756

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ar-KSA-me-nos

Translations: having begun, beginning, having started, starting

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'ΑΡΧΩ', meaning 'to begin' or 'to rule'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has already started or is in the process of starting. In this form, it indicates an action performed by the subject itself (middle voice) and completed in the past (aorist tense), or simply indicating the beginning of an action. It can be translated as 'having begun' or 'beginning', depending on the context.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine, Aorist, Middle Voice

Synonyms: ΕΝΑΡΞΑΜΕΝΟΣ, ΚΑΤΑΡΞΑΜΕΝΟΣ

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'.

G2491

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ee-oh-AN-nays

Translations: John

Notes: This is a common biblical name, equivalent to the English 'John'. It is a masculine proper noun frequently appearing in the New Testament, referring to several individuals such as John the Baptist, John the Apostle, and John Mark. It is derived from a Hebrew name meaning 'Yahweh is gracious'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Etymology: From the Hebrew name Yochanan (יוחנן), meaning 'Yahweh is gracious' or 'God is gracious'. It was a very common name among Jews in the Hellenistic period.

G3478

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: NAH-zah-reth

Translations: Nazareth

Notes: Nazareth is a town in the region of Galilee, in ancient Israel. It is famously known as the hometown of Jesus Christ. The final apostrophe-like mark (keraia) in the word as it appears in manuscripts is a scribal convention, often used to mark abbreviations or proper nouns, and does not change the meaning of the word itself.

Inflection: Singular, Feminine, Does not inflect (as a proper noun)

Etymology: The etymology of Nazareth is uncertain. Some theories suggest it derives from a Hebrew word meaning 'branch' or 'shoot' (נצר, netzer), possibly alluding to messianic prophecies. Other theories link it to a word meaning 'to watch' or 'to guard'.

G5548

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EKH-ree-sen

Translations: anointed, smeared, rubbed, consecrated

Notes: This word is the aorist active indicative third person singular form of the verb 'chrio', meaning 'to anoint' or 'to smear'. It describes an action that was completed in the past, often referring to the application of oil or ointment for various purposes, including medicinal, ceremonial, or consecratory acts. It can also imply a symbolic anointing for a special purpose or office.

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

Synonyms: ΑΛΕΙΦΩ

Etymology: The root verb ΧΡΙΩ (chrio) is of uncertain origin, possibly related to a root meaning 'to rub' or 'to touch'. It is the source of the Greek word 'Christos' (ΧΡΙΣΤΟΣ), meaning 'Anointed One'.

Part of Speech: Unknown

Sounds like: PNEE

Translations: unknown

Notes: This word fragment "ΠΝΙ" is not a complete word in Koine Greek. It appears to be a truncation or a misspelling. Based on the provided examples, it likely relates to verbs derived from the root "πνέω" (to breathe, blow) or "πνίγω" (to choke, drown). For instance, "ἀποπνίγω" means to choke or drown, and "πνεῦμα" means spirit or breath. Without further context or a complete word, its exact meaning and function are unclear. It could also potentially be an abbreviation or a part of a compound word.

Inflection: Unknown

G2109

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: eh-ver-geh-TON

Translations: doing good, benefiting, bestowing favors, a benefactor, one who does good

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'euergeteo', meaning 'to do good' or 'to be a benefactor'. As a participle, it describes someone who is actively engaged in performing good deeds or bestowing benefits. It can function adjectivally, describing a person as 'the one doing good', or adverbially, indicating the manner in which an action is performed, such as 'while doing good'.

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

Synonyms: ΑΓΑΘΟΠΟΙΩΝ, ΚΑΛΟΠΟΙΩΝ

Part of Speech: Unknown

Sounds like: Unknown

Translations: It's not clear what this word means

Notes: This word appears to be a misspelling or a garbled form of a known Koine Greek word. It does not correspond to any recognized Greek word in its current form. It is possible it is a typo for a word like 'ΙΩΜΕΝΟΣ' (iomenos), which is also not a standard word, or perhaps a participle of a verb that is not commonly attested in this form. Given the context of the examples provided, which contain words like 'ΛΕΓΟΜΕΝΟΣ' (legomenos, 'being called') and 'ΤΕΘΗΡΙΩΜΕΝΟΣ' (tetheriomenos, 'having been made savage'), it is highly probable that 'ΙΩΜΕΝΟΣ' is intended to be a perfect or present participle, but the root verb is unclear or misspelled. Without further context or correction, its meaning remains unknown.

Inflection: Unknown, likely a participle form

G2616

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tah-dy-nah-stew-OH-meh-noos

Translations: oppressed, those being oppressed, those who are oppressed

Notes: This word describes someone who is being oppressed or unjustly dominated by another. It is a compound word formed from 'κατά' (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and 'δυναστεύω' (dynasteuō), meaning 'to exercise power' or 'to rule'. Thus, it signifies the exercise of power in a way that brings someone down or holds them in subjection.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑΔΟΥΛΟΩ, ΚΑΤΑΚΥΡΙΕΥΩ, ΚΑΤΑΠΟΝΕΩ

G1228

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: dee-ah-BOH-loo

Translations: (of) devil, (of) slanderer, (of) accuser, (of) an accuser

Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of the noun ΔΙΑΒΟΛΟΣ (diabolos). It refers to an accuser, a slanderer, or the Devil. In the New Testament, it is most commonly used to refer to Satan, the chief adversary of God and humanity. It is a compound word formed from διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'across', and βάλλω (ballō), meaning 'to throw' or 'to cast', thus literally meaning 'one who throws across' or 'one who casts accusations'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΣΑΤΑΝΑΣ, ΑΝΤΙΚΕΙΜΕΝΟΣ, ΠΕΙΡΑΣΤΗΣ

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'.

G3144

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: MAR-too-res

Translations: witnesses, a witness

Notes: This word refers to individuals who have seen or heard something and can provide testimony or evidence. It is used in legal contexts for those who give evidence in court, or more generally for those who attest to the truth of something. It can also refer to someone who bears witness to a belief, even to the point of death (from which the English word 'martyr' is derived).

Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Accusative, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΜΑΡΤΥΡΙΑ, ΜΑΡΤΥΡΙΟΝ

Etymology: The word ΜΑΡΤΥΣ comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *smer- meaning 'to remember, to care for'. It is related to words concerning memory and remembrance, as a witness is someone who remembers and recounts events.

G1717

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: em-fah-NEH

Translations: visible, manifest, evident, apparent, clear

Notes: This word describes something that is visible, manifest, or clearly apparent. It is used to indicate that something is made known or revealed, often in a way that is easily perceived or understood. It can refer to physical visibility or to something becoming clear in a conceptual sense.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter; or Singular, Nominative, Feminine; or Singular, Accusative, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΦΑΝΕΡΟΣ, ΔΗΛΟΣ, ΕΚΔΗΛΟΣ

G1096

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ge-NEH-sthai

Translations: to become, to be, to happen, to come to pass, to arise, to be made, to be born

Notes: This word is the aorist middle infinitive form of the verb 'γίνομαι' (ginomai). It signifies the action of coming into being, happening, or being made. It can also mean to be born or to arise. As an infinitive, it often functions like 'to become' or 'to happen' in English, frequently used after verbs that express desire, ability, or necessity.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΕΙΜΙ, ΥΠΑΡΧΩ, ΠΟΙΕΩ

G4392

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pro-keh-khee-roh-toh-nee-MEH-noys

Translations: appointed beforehand, chosen beforehand, ordained beforehand, designated beforehand

Notes: This word is a compound verb, formed from πρό (before), χείρ (hand), and τείνω (to stretch). It literally means 'to stretch forth the hand beforehand,' which evolved to mean 'to appoint or choose beforehand by stretching forth the hand,' a common method of voting or designating in ancient times. It describes someone who has been pre-selected or pre-ordained for a specific role or purpose.

Inflection: Perfect Passive Participle, Masculine, Plural, Dative

G4906

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soon-eh-fah-GOH-men

Translations: we ate with, we have eaten with, we dined with

Notes: This is a compound verb meaning 'to eat with' or 'to dine with'. It describes the action of sharing a meal or eating in the company of others. The prefix 'συν-' (syn-) means 'with' or 'together', and the root verb relates to eating. It is used to indicate a shared experience of eating.

Inflection: First Person Plural, Aorist, Indicative, Active

Etymology: The word is a compound of the preposition ΣΥΝ (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and the verb ΕΣΘΙΩ (esthiō), meaning 'to eat'. The aorist stem of ΕΣΘΙΩ is ΦΑΓ-.

G4909

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soon-eh-PEE-oh-men

Translations: drank with, ate and drank with

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from 'σύν' (with) and 'πίνω' (to drink). It means 'to drink with someone' or 'to drink together'. It is used to describe the act of sharing a drink or participating in a meal where drinks are consumed with others, often implying fellowship or shared experience. In the provided context, it is used alongside 'συνεφάγομεν' (we ate with), reinforcing the idea of sharing a meal.

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

G0450

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-nah-STAY-nye

Translations: to rise, to stand up, to arise, to be raised, to appear, to come forth, to be restored

Notes: This word is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'anistēmi'. It means 'to rise' or 'to stand up', often implying a movement from a lower position to an upright one, or from inactivity to activity. It can refer to physical rising, such as from sleep or a seated position, or to a more metaphorical rising, like rising from the dead, appearing on the scene, or being restored. It is frequently used in contexts of resurrection or the emergence of a person or event.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΕΓΕΙΡΩ, ΟΡΘΟΩ, ΑΝΙΣΤΑΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word 'anistēmi' is a compound verb formed from the preposition 'ana' (meaning 'up' or 'again') and the verb 'histēmi' (meaning 'to stand' or 'to cause to stand'). This etymology clearly conveys the sense of 'standing up' or 'rising again'.

G2784

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kay-ROOK-sai

Translations: to proclaim, to preach, to herald, to announce

Notes: This word means to proclaim, preach, or announce publicly, often with authority or as a herald. It implies a formal and open declaration, making something known to a wide audience. It is used to describe the act of delivering a message, especially one of importance or divine origin.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΕΥΑΓΓΕΛΙΖΩ, ΑΝΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ, ΔΙΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ

Etymology: From κῆρυξ (kēryx, 'herald'). The verb means 'to be a herald, to proclaim as a herald'.

G1263

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-ah-mar-too-RAH-sthai

Translations: to solemnly testify, to earnestly warn, to protest, to bear witness, to charge, to adjure

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'thoroughly', and the verb μαρτύρομαι (martyromai), meaning 'to bear witness' or 'to testify'. It signifies to bear witness or testify with great earnestness, solemnity, or thoroughness. It can also mean to earnestly warn, to protest, or to charge someone with something, often with an appeal to a higher authority or a strong sense of conviction. It is used to emphasize the seriousness and importance of the testimony or warning being given.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle/Passive, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΜΑΡΤΥΡΕΩ, ΜΑΡΤΥΡΟΜΑΙ, ΕΠΙΜΑΡΤΥΡΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the Greek preposition ΔΙΑ (dia), meaning 'through' or 'thoroughly', and the verb ΜΑΡΤΥΡΟΜΑΙ (martyromai), meaning 'to bear witness' or 'to testify'. The prefix intensifies the action of testifying.

G3724

Part of Speech: Participle, Adjective

Sounds like: ho-ree-SMEH-nos

Translations: appointed, determined, designated, fixed, defined, marked out, a determined one

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle derived from the verb 'horizo', meaning 'to define' or 'to determine'. It describes something that has been set, appointed, or marked out with a clear boundary or purpose. It is used to refer to something that is fixed or established by a higher authority or by fate.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine, Perfect Passive Participle

Synonyms: ΤΕΤΑΓΜΕΝΟΣ, ΔΙΩΡΙΣΜΕΝΟΣ, ΚΕΚΥΡΩΜΕΝΟΣ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek 'horos' (ὅρος), meaning 'boundary' or 'limit'. The verb 'horizo' (ὁρίζω) means 'to divide, separate, or mark out boundaries'.

G2923

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KREE-tays

Translations: judge, a judge

Notes: A 'κρίτης' is a judge, someone who presides over a court of law or acts as an arbiter in disputes. This word refers to a person who makes decisions, renders judgments, or determines the outcome of a situation, often in a legal or authoritative capacity. It can be used to describe both human judges and, in a theological context, God as the ultimate judge.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΔΙΚΑΣΤΗΣ, ΕΠΙΤΡΟΠΟΣ

Etymology: From the verb κρίνω (krino), meaning 'to judge, decide, or separate'. The suffix -της (-tes) indicates an agent or doer of the action.

G3498

Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective

Sounds like: NEK-ron

Translations: of the dead, of dead ones

Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of 'ΝΕΚΡΟΣ', meaning 'dead' or 'a dead person'. It is used to indicate possession or relationship, often translated as 'of the dead' or 'belonging to the dead'. It can refer to deceased individuals collectively or to the state of being dead.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΤΕΘΝΕΩΤΩΝ, ΑΠΟΘΑΝΟΝΤΩΝ

Etymology: From an ancient root meaning 'to lie down' or 'to be still', related to the idea of a corpse or something lifeless.

G3778

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun

Sounds like: TOO-toh

Translations: (to) this, (for) this, (by) this, (in) this, (with) this

Notes: This word is a demonstrative pronoun meaning 'this' or 'that'. In its dative singular form, as 'ΤΟΥΤΩ', it indicates the indirect object of an action, or the means, instrument, or location. It can be translated as 'to this', 'for this', 'by this', 'in this', or 'with this', depending on the context. It points to something specific that is near or recently mentioned.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΟΔΕ, ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ

G4396

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pro-FEE-tai

Translations: prophets, (to) prophets, (of) prophets

Notes: This word refers to individuals who speak on behalf of God or a deity, often foretelling future events or delivering divine messages. In Koine Greek, it is a masculine noun. The form 'ΠΡΟΦΗΤΑΙ' is the plural form, which can function as nominative (the subject of a sentence), dative (indicating to whom or for whom something is done), or vocative (used for direct address).

Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Dative or Vocative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΜΑΝΤΕΙΣ, ΧΡΗΣΜΟΛΟΓΟΙ

Etymology: The word 'ΠΡΟΦΗΤΗΣ' comes from the Greek prefix 'πρό' (pro), meaning 'before' or 'for', and 'φημί' (phēmi), meaning 'to speak' or 'to say'. Thus, it literally means 'one who speaks before' or 'one who speaks for' (another).

G0859

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: AH-feh-sin

Translations: release, forgiveness, remission, pardon, liberty, a release, a forgiveness, a remission, a pardon, a liberty

Notes: This word refers to a sending away, a letting go, or a dismissal. In a legal or moral context, it signifies release from debt, punishment, or captivity, leading to forgiveness or pardon. It can also refer to freedom or liberty. It is often used in the context of the remission of sins or the release of prisoners.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΛΥΣΙΣ, ΧΑΡΙΣ, ΣΥΓΧΩΡΗΣΙΣ

G266

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: hah-mar-tee-OHN

Translations: of sins, of a sin

Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the noun "ΑΜΑΡΤΙΑ" (hamartia), which means "sin" or "missing the mark." It refers to actions, thoughts, or states that fall short of God's standard or will. As a genitive plural, it indicates possession, origin, or relation, often translated as "of sins" or "concerning sins." It is frequently used in contexts discussing forgiveness, repentance, or the consequences of wrongdoing.

Inflection: Genitive, Plural, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΝΟΜΙΑ, ΑΔΙΚΙΑ, ΠΑΡΑΠΤΩΜΑ

Etymology: The word "ΑΜΑΡΤΙΑ" is a compound word derived from the prefix "α-" (a-), meaning "not" or "without," and "μερος" (meros), meaning "part" or "share," or from "μαρτάνω" (martano), meaning "to miss the mark." It originally referred to an archer missing the target and evolved to mean a moral or spiritual failure.

G2983

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: lah-BIN

Translations: to take, to receive, to get, to obtain, to seize, to grasp, to accept

Notes: This word is an aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'λαμβάνω' (lambanō), meaning 'to take' or 'to receive'. It describes the action of taking or receiving something, often used in a general sense of acquiring or obtaining. In a sentence, it would typically function as the object of another verb or as part of a purpose clause, indicating the goal of an action.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΟΜΙΖΩ, ΑΙΡΕΩ

G4100

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: pis-TEV-on-tah

Translations: believing, a believer, those believing, those who believe

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'to believe'. It describes someone who is in the act of believing or who is characterized by belief. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun (e.g., 'the believing person'), or substantivally, acting as a noun itself (e.g., 'a believer' or 'those who believe'). In the provided examples, it is used in the accusative case, indicating the object of an action.

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

Synonyms: ΠΕΠΟΙΘΟΤΑΣ, ΕΜΠΙΣΤΕΥΟΝΤΑΣ

G2089

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: EH-tee

Translations: still, yet, even, besides, further, moreover, again, no longer

Notes: This word is an adverb used to indicate continuation, addition, or emphasis. It can mean 'still' or 'yet' when referring to something ongoing, 'further' or 'moreover' when adding information, or 'even' for emphasis. It can also be used with a negative to mean 'no longer' or 'not yet'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΤΙ, ΕΠΙ, ΠΡΟΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *eti, meaning 'beyond, in addition'. It is related to the English word 'et' (and).

G2980

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: lah-LOON-tos

Translations: of speaking, of talking, of saying, of proclaiming

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'laleō', meaning 'to speak' or 'to talk'. It describes someone who is in the act of speaking or has just spoken. In this form, it is a genitive singular participle, often translated as 'of one speaking' or 'while speaking'. It can refer to a person, a voice, or a message being uttered.

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

Synonyms: ΛΕΓΟΝΤΟΣ, ΦΩΝΟΥΝΤΟΣ

G1964

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-PEH-peh-seh

Translations: fell upon, fell on, came upon, attacked, fell

Notes: This is the third person singular, aorist active indicative form of the compound verb 'epipipto', which means 'to fall upon' or 'to fall on'. It describes an action that happened in the past, completed at a specific point. It can be used to describe someone physically falling onto something or someone, or metaphorically, like a spirit or feeling coming upon someone. It is a compound word formed from the preposition ΕΠΙ (epi, 'upon, to') and the verb ΠΙΠΤΩ (piptō, 'to fall').

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΠΙΠΤΩ, ΚΑΤΑΠΙΠΤΩ

G4151

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PNEH-oo-mah

Translations: Spirit, a Spirit, wind, breath

Notes: This word is a scribal abbreviation (nomina sacra) for ΠΝΕΥΜΑ (PNEUMA). It refers to spirit, breath, or wind. In a theological context, it often refers to the Holy Spirit. It can also describe a human spirit or a non-physical entity. The context usually clarifies its specific meaning.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΑΝΕΜΟΣ, ΠΝΟΗ

Etymology: From the Greek verb πνέω (pneō), meaning 'to breathe, to blow'. It refers to that which is breathed or blown.

G0040

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: AH-gee-on

Translations: holy, sacred, a holy thing, a sacred thing, set apart

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'holy,' 'sacred,' or 'set apart.' It describes something that is consecrated to God, pure, or morally blameless. It can refer to places, objects, or people that are dedicated to divine service or possess a divine quality. In its neuter form, it can also refer to a 'holy thing' or 'sacred place.'

Inflection: Nominative, Accusative, or Vocative; Singular; Neuter

Synonyms: ΟΣΙΟΣ, ΙΕΡΟΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'to venerate' or 'to dread'. It refers to that which inspires awe and reverence, particularly in a religious context.

G191

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ah-KOO-on-tas

Translations: hearing, listening, obeying

Notes: This word is the present active participle of the verb 'ἀκούω' (akouō), meaning 'to hear' or 'to listen'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that is ongoing. In this form, it refers to 'those who are hearing' or 'those who are listening' or 'those who are obeying'. It can be used to describe people or things that are in the act of perceiving sound or giving heed.

Inflection: Present Active Participle, Masculine, Accusative, Plural

Synonyms: ΥΠΑΚΟΥΟΝΤΑΣ, ΠΡΟΣΕΧΟΝΤΑΣ

G4061

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: peh-ree-toh-MACE

Translations: of circumcision, a circumcision

Notes: This word refers to the act of circumcision, a religious or cultural practice involving the removal of the foreskin. It can also refer to the state of being circumcised. In a broader sense, it can be used metaphorically to describe a spiritual cutting away or purification.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΚΡΟΒΥΣΤΙΑ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek περιτέμνω (peritemnō, “to cut around”), from περί (perí, “around”) + τέμνω (témnō, “to cut”).

G4103

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: PIS-toy

Translations: faithful, trustworthy, believing, reliable, a believer, the faithful ones

Notes: This word describes someone or something that is faithful, trustworthy, or reliable. As an adjective, it can modify a noun, indicating a quality of steadfastness or belief. When used as a noun, it refers to 'the faithful ones' or 'believers,' often in a religious context, indicating those who have faith or are committed.

Inflection: Plural, Masculine, Nominative

Synonyms: ΑΛΗΘΙΝΟΣ, ΕΓΚΡΑΤΗΣ, ΑΞΙΟΠΙΣΤΟΣ

Etymology: The word "ΠΙΣΤΟΣ" comes from the verb "ΠΕΙΘΩ" (peithō), meaning 'to persuade, to trust, to obey.' It describes someone who has been persuaded or has put their trust in something, or someone who is trustworthy.

G3745

Part of Speech: Relative Pronoun, Relative Adjective

Sounds like: OH-soy

Translations: as many as, all who, whoever, how many

Notes: This word functions as a relative pronoun or adjective, meaning 'as many as' or 'all who'. It introduces a relative clause and refers to a quantity or number of people or things. It is used to connect a dependent clause to a main clause, specifying the extent or number of the antecedent.

Inflection: Nominative, Plural, Masculine

Synonyms: ΠΑΣ, ΟΣΤΙΣ

Etymology: From the demonstrative pronoun ὅς (hos, 'this, that') and the suffix -σος (-sos), indicating quantity or degree. It is related to other words indicating quantity or extent.

G1431

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: DOH-reh-ah

Translations: gift, a gift, free gift, present

Notes: This word refers to a gift or a present, something given freely and without expectation of return. It emphasizes the gratuitous nature of the giving. It can be used in sentences to describe an offering, a donation, or a benevolent act.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative or Vocative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΩΡΟΝ, ΧΑΡΙΣ, ΔΟΣΙΣ

Etymology: The word ΔΩΡΕΑ (dōrea) comes from the verb δίδωμι (didōmi), meaning 'to give'. It refers to something that is given.

G4151

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PNEV-mah

Translations: Spirit, a Spirit, wind, breath, a breath

Notes: This word is a scribal abbreviation for ΠΝΕΥΜΑ (PNEUMA), meaning 'Spirit', 'wind', or 'breath'. It is often used to refer to the Holy Spirit, but can also denote a human spirit, a demonic spirit, or even a physical wind or breath. It is a neuter noun.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΑΝΕΜΟΣ, ΠΝΟΗ

Etymology: From an ancient root meaning 'to breathe', related to the concept of air in motion. It developed to encompass both physical breath/wind and the non-physical spirit.

G1632

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ek-KEKH-yoo-tai

Translations: has been poured out, is poured out, was poured out, has been shed, is shed, was shed

Notes: This word is the perfect passive indicative, third person singular form of the verb 'ekcheo'. It describes an action that has been completed in the past and whose results continue into the present, indicating something that has been poured out or shed. It is often used metaphorically to describe an abundant outpouring or distribution of something, such as the Holy Spirit or love.

Inflection: Perfect, Passive, Indicative, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΕΚΧΥΝΝΩ, ΚΑΤΑΧΕΩ, ΠΡΟΧΕΩ

G0191

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ee-KOO-on

Translations: I was hearing, they were hearing, I heard, they heard, I was listening, they were listening, I obeyed, they obeyed

Notes: This word is an imperfect active indicative form of the verb 'akouo', meaning 'to hear' or 'to listen'. In the imperfect tense, it describes an ongoing or repeated action in the past, or the beginning of an action. It can also imply obedience, meaning 'to obey' or 'to heed'. The form 'ΗΚΟΥΟΝ' specifically refers to either 'I was hearing/listening/obeying' (first person singular) or 'they were hearing/listening/obeying' (third person plural).

Inflection: Imperfect, Active, Indicative, First Person Singular or Third Person Plural

Synonyms: ΥΠΑΚΟΥΩ, ΠΡΟΣΕΧΩ, ΕΝΩΤΙΖΟΜΑΙ

G1063

Part of Speech: Particle

Sounds like: gar

Translations: for, because, indeed, then, therefore

Notes: This word is a postpositive particle, meaning it typically appears second in a clause. It introduces a reason, explanation, or confirmation for what has just been stated. It can also indicate a logical consequence or a transition in thought, often translated as 'for' or 'because'. In some contexts, it can simply add emphasis or affirm a statement.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΟΤΙ, ΕΠΕΙ, ΟΥΝ

Etymology: The particle ΓΑΡ is believed to be a contraction of the particles γε (ge) meaning 'indeed' or 'at least' and ἄρα (ara) meaning 'then' or 'therefore'. It has been in use since ancient Greek.

G2980

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: lah-LOO-tohn

Translations: (of) speaking, (of) talking, (of) uttering, (of) proclaiming

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'λαλέω' (laleō), meaning 'to speak' or 'to talk'. As a genitive plural participle, it describes the action of 'those who are speaking' or 'of them speaking'. It is often used to refer to a group of people engaged in speech or communication, such as 'of those who were speaking' or 'while they were speaking'.

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

Synonyms: ΛΕΓΟΝΤΩΝ, ΦΩΝΟΥΝΤΩΝ

G1100

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: glohs-SAIS

Translations: tongues, languages, (with fire) flames, (to) tongues, (to) languages, (to) flames

Notes: This word refers to a tongue, either the anatomical organ or, more commonly, a language or dialect. It can also metaphorically refer to something shaped like a tongue, such as a flame of fire. In the provided examples, it is used to mean 'languages' in the context of different peoples, and 'tongues' or 'flames' in the context of fire.

Inflection: Plural, Dative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΙΑΛΕΚΤΟΣ, ΦΩΝΗ

Etymology: The word ΓΛΩΣΣΑ is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek. It is related to words for 'tongue' in other Indo-European languages.

G5119

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: TOH-teh

Translations: then, at that time, at that moment, thereupon, therefore

Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'then' or 'at that time'. It is used to indicate a point in time, often referring to a past or future event that follows another. It can also be used to introduce a consequence or result, similar to 'therefore' or 'in that case'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΠΕΙΤΑ, ΕΙΤΑ, ΟΥΝ

Etymology: The word ΤΟΤΕ is a primary adverb, meaning it is not derived from another word in Greek. It is related to the demonstrative pronoun 'το' (this/that).

G0611

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-peh-KREE-thay

Translations: answered, replied

Notes: This word is a compound verb meaning 'to answer' or 'to reply'. It is formed from the preposition 'ἀπό' (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb 'κρίνω' (krino), meaning 'to judge' or 'to decide'. In its middle or passive voice, it takes on the meaning of 'to answer back' or 'to reply'. It is commonly used to describe someone giving a verbal response to a question or statement.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Passive (or Middle), 3rd Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΕΙΠΟΝ, ΛΕΓΩ

Etymology: The word ἀποκρίνομαι (apokrinomai) is derived from the prefix ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb κρίνω (krino), meaning 'to judge' or 'to separate'. The combination suggests a 'separation by judgment' or 'a decision coming forth', which evolved into the meaning of 'to answer' or 'to reply'.

G3381, G3382

Part of Speech: Particle, Noun

Sounds like: MAY-tee

Translations: surely, perhaps, whether, lest, counsel, wisdom, plan, skill

Notes: This word has two primary meanings depending on context. As an interrogative particle (G3381), it is used to introduce a question expecting a negative answer, often translated as 'surely...not?' or 'perhaps'. It can also introduce a question where the answer is uncertain, meaning 'whether' or 'lest'. As a noun (G3382), it refers to 'counsel', 'wisdom', 'plan', or 'skill'. This noun form is typically feminine.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a particle); Singular, Nominative, Feminine (as a noun)

Synonyms: ΑΡΑ, ΒΟΥΛΗ, ΣΟΦΙΑ

Etymology: The particle 'μητί' (G3381) is a compound of the negative particle 'μή' (not) and the enclitic interrogative particle 'τι' (what, why). The noun 'μῆτις' (G3382) is of uncertain origin, possibly related to 'μάομαι' (to seek, strive).

G2065

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-roh-TAY-san

Translations: they asked, they questioned, they inquired, they requested

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to ask,' 'to question,' 'to inquire,' or 'to request.' It is commonly used in narratives to describe people seeking information or making a petition. It can be used with a direct object (asking someone something) or an indirect object (asking a question of someone).

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

Synonyms: ΑΙΤΕΩ, ΠΥΝΘΑΝΟΜΑΙ, ΖΗΤΕΩ

Etymology: The word ΕΡΩΤΑΩ (erōtaō) is derived from the noun ΕΡΩΤΗΣΙΣ (erōtēsis), meaning 'a question' or 'an inquiry'.

G5100