2001 Translation

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.

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'.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: peh-ree-EH-teh-men

Translations: he circumcised, he cut around

Notes: This word means 'to circumcise' or 'to cut around'. It is often used in the context of the Jewish ritual of circumcision. It can also be used more generally to mean 'to cut off' or 'to remove something from around'. In a figurative sense, it can refer to the 'circumcision of the heart', meaning a spiritual purification.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΤΕΜΝΩ, ΕΚΚΟΠΤΩ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the preposition περί (peri), meaning 'around', and the verb τέμνω (temnō), meaning 'to cut'.

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.

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.

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'.

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).

G5219

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: hoo-pay-KOO-san

Translations: they obeyed, they listened, they submitted, they hearkened

Notes: This word means to obey, to listen to, or to submit to someone or something. It is a compound word formed from the preposition ὙΠΌ (HYPO), meaning 'under' or 'in submission to', and the verb ἈΚΟΎΩ (AKOUO), meaning 'to hear' or 'to listen'. Thus, it literally means 'to hear under' or 'to listen in submission'. It is used to describe an action of compliance or attentiveness to authority or instruction.

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

Synonyms: ΠΕΙΘΩ, ΕΙΣΑΚΟΥΩ

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.

G0191

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-koo-SON-tai

Translations: they will hear, they will listen, they will understand

Notes: This word is the third person plural future indicative form of the verb 'akouo', meaning 'to hear' or 'to listen'. It indicates an action that will happen in the future, specifically that a group of people ('they') will perform the action of hearing or listening. It can also imply understanding or paying attention to what is heard.

Inflection: Third person, Plural, Future, Indicative, Middle or Passive Voice

Synonyms: ΕΙΣΑΚΟΥΩ, ΥΠΑΚΟΥΩ

Etymology: From a prolonged form of an obsolete primary verb, probably of uncertain affinity. It refers to the physical act of hearing, but also often implies mental attention and understanding.

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.

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.

G4160

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-POI-eh-sah

Translations: I did, I made, I created, I produced, I performed

Notes: This word is the first person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb 'ποιέω' (poieō). It signifies a completed action in the past, performed by the speaker. It is commonly used to express the act of doing, making, creating, or performing something. For example, it could be used in a sentence like 'I made a house' or 'I did this work'.

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΑΤΤΩ, ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ, ΤΙΘΗΜΙ

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: peh-rit-MEE-tai

Translations: they are circumcised, you are circumcised, let them be circumcised, let you be circumcised

Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'peritemno', meaning 'to circumcise'. It refers to the act of cutting around or removing the foreskin, a significant religious and cultural practice in ancient Judaism. In the provided context, it appears to be used in a command or statement about being circumcised, possibly in a spiritual or metaphorical sense (circumcision of the heart) or literally.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive Voice, Indicative Mood, 3rd Person Plural OR Imperative Mood, 2nd Person Plural

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: peh-ree-tmee-THEH-tai

Translations: let him be circumcised, he must be circumcised, it must be circumcised

Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'peritemnō', meaning 'to circumcise'. It is used to express a command or necessity for someone or something to undergo circumcision. It often appears in contexts related to religious or ritualistic practices, particularly in discussions of the Mosaic Law.

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

Etymology: From the Greek preposition 'peri' (around) and the verb 'temnō' (to cut). Thus, literally 'to cut around'.

G2588

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: kar-DEE-as

Translations: of heart, of a heart, of mind, of soul, of inner self, of conscience, of courage, of will

Notes: This word refers to the physical heart, but more commonly in Koine Greek, it signifies the center of one's being, including thoughts, emotions, will, and conscience. It is often used to denote the inner person, the seat of spiritual and moral life. For example, it can refer to the core of one's beliefs or the source of one's intentions.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΨΥΧΗ, ΝΟΥΣ, ΠΝΕΥΜΑ

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.

G3778

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun

Sounds like: TA-deh

Translations: these things, thus, as follows

Notes: ΤΑΔΕ is the neuter plural form of the demonstrative pronoun ὅδε (hode), meaning 'this' or 'these'. It is often used to introduce a statement, a list of items, or direct speech, functioning like 'thus' or 'as follows'. For example, 'thus says the Lord'. It can refer to things that are about to be said or have just been mentioned.

Inflection: Neuter, Plural, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΟΥΤΟΣ, ΤΟΙΟΥΤΟΣ

Etymology: The word ὅδε (hode) is formed from the demonstrative pronoun ὁ (ho, 'this, that') and the deictic particle -δε (-de), which emphasizes proximity or immediate reference.

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'.

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.

G1510

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ES-tee

Translations: is, he is, she is, it is, there is, exists, it exists, it is possible

Notes: This word is a common form of the verb 'to be' in Koine Greek. It indicates existence, identity, or a state of being. It can be used to link a subject to a predicate, or to simply state that something exists.

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

Synonyms: ΥΠΑΡΧΩ, ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The root verb ΕΙΜΙ comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to be' or 'to exist'. It is one of the most fundamental verbs in the Greek language.

G2309

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: THEH-lohn

Translations: wanting, willing, desiring, intending, wishing, choosing, purposing

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'θέλω' (thelo), meaning 'to want' or 'to will'. It describes someone who is in the process of wanting, willing, or desiring something. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun, or adverbially, indicating the manner or reason for an action. For example, it could mean 'he who wants' or 'while wanting'.

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

Synonyms: ΒΟΥΛΟΜΑΙ, ΕΠΙΘΥΜΩ

Etymology: The word θέλω (thelo) comes from Proto-Indo-European, related to concepts of 'will' or 'desire'.

G2198

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ZAY-seh

Translations: live, you live, you will live, to live

Notes: This word is an inflected form of the verb 'ζάω' (zaō), meaning 'to live'. Without diacritics, 'ΖΗΣΕ' most commonly represents the Aorist Imperative, 2nd person singular, meaning 'live!' (as a command). It can also be interpreted as a future indicative form, 'you will live', or even an infinitive 'to live' depending on the broader context and the specific diacritics that would have been present in the original text. It describes the act of existing, being alive, or experiencing life.

Inflection: Aorist Imperative, 2nd Person Singular; or Future Indicative, 2nd Person Singular; or Aorist Infinitive

Synonyms: ΒΙΟΩ, ΥΠΑΡΧΩ

G0191

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-KOO-sah-tai

Translations: to hear, to listen, to be heard, to be listened to

Notes: This word is an inflected form of the verb 'akouo', meaning 'to hear' or 'to listen'. Without diacritics, 'AKOUSATAI' most commonly represents the aorist middle infinitive form, 'akousasthai', which means 'to hear' or 'to listen' (for oneself or with oneself as the subject of the action). It can also represent the aorist middle imperative, second person plural, 'akousasthe', meaning 'hear!' or 'listen!' (plural command). Additionally, it could be the aorist middle indicative, third person singular, 'akousato', meaning 'he/she/it heard' or 'he/she/it listened'. The specific meaning depends on the context and the implied diacritics.

Inflection: Aorist Middle Infinitive (to hear/listen) OR Aorist Middle Imperative, 2nd Person Plural (hear!/listen!) OR Aorist Middle Indicative, 3rd Person Singular (he/she/it heard/listened)

Synonyms: ΑΚΡΟΑΟΜΑΙ, ΕΠΑΚΟΥΩ

G0191

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-koo-SAH-toh

Translations: let him hear, let her hear, let it hear, he must hear, she must hear, it must hear

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to hear' or 'to listen'. It is in the third-person singular aorist active imperative form, indicating a command or instruction for someone or something to hear or listen. It implies a definitive act of hearing that is to take place. It is often used to introduce an important statement or warning that requires attention.

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

Synonyms: ΕΙΣΑΚΟΥΩ, ΥΠΑΚΟΥΩ

Etymology: The word 'ἀκούω' (akouō) is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek. It is a fundamental verb in Koine Greek for the act of perception through sound.

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.

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.

G3739

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Preposition

Sounds like: OO-neh-kah, OO-neh-ken

Translations: on account of, because of, for the sake of, for which cause, wherefore

Notes: This word is a scribal abbreviation for ΟΥΝΕΚΑ or ΟΥΝΕΚΕΝ, meaning 'on account of' or 'because of'. It functions as a conjunction or an improper preposition, typically followed by a genitive case to indicate the reason or cause for something. It can introduce a clause explaining the reason for an action or state.

Inflection: Does not inflect (improper preposition/conjunction)

Synonyms: ΔΙΑ, ΕΝΕΚΑ

Etymology: From the relative pronoun ΟΥ (of which) and ΕΝΕΚΑ (on account of).

G1801

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-noh-TEE-zoh

Translations: listen, give ear, pay attention, hear

Notes: This verb means to listen attentively or to give ear to something. It is often used in the imperative to command someone to pay close attention to what is being said. It implies a deliberate act of heeding or taking notice, rather than just passively hearing.

Inflection: Imperative, Present, Middle/Passive Voice, Second Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΑΚΟΥΩ, ΠΡΟΣΕΧΩ, ΠΡΟΣΕΧΩ ΤΟΝ ΝΟΥΝ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἐν (en, 'in') + οὖς (ous, 'ear'). The word literally means 'to put into the ear' or 'to apply oneself to the ear', hence to listen attentively.

G3142

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: mar-too-REE-on

Translations: testimony, a testimony, witness, a witness, evidence, a proof

Notes: This word refers to a testimony, witness, or evidence. It is used to describe something that provides proof or confirmation of a fact or event. It can refer to the act of bearing witness or the content of what is testified.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΜΑΡΤΥΣ, ΜΑΡΤΥΡΙΑ

Etymology: From G3144 (μάρτυς, 'martys'), meaning 'witness'. It refers to that which is borne witness to, or the content of a witness's testimony.

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.

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.

G2049

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-reh-MOH

Translations: to make desolate, to lay waste, to destroy, to devastate, to leave desolate

Notes: This verb means to make something desolate, to lay it waste, or to destroy it. It describes the act of causing a place or thing to become empty, deserted, or ruined. It can be used to describe the destruction of cities, lands, or even the desolation of a person's life or spirit.

Inflection: First Person Singular, Present Active Indicative

Synonyms: ΑΦΑΝΙΖΩ, ΚΑΤΑΛΥΩ, ΔΙΑΦΘΕΙΡΩ

Etymology: From ἔρημος (erēmos), meaning 'desolate, solitary, desert'. The verb form means to make something desolate.

G3767

Part of Speech: Particle, Adverb

Sounds like: oo-KOON

Translations: therefore, then, consequently, so, well then, is it not so, accordingly, is it not the case that

Notes: ΟΥΚΟΥΝ is an inferential particle, often used to draw a conclusion or consequence from what has just been said. It can introduce a question, expecting an affirmative answer, similar to 'is it not so?' or 'surely then?'. It can also function as a strong affirmation or a transition, meaning 'therefore' or 'consequently'. It is a compound word formed from ΟΥΚ (not) and ΟΥΝ (therefore, then).

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΑΡΑ, ΤΟΙΓΑΡΟΥΝ, ΔΙΟ

Etymology: From the negative particle ΟΥΚ (not) and the inferential particle ΟΥΝ (therefore, then).

G2443

Part of Speech: Conjunction

Sounds like: EE-nah

Translations: in order that, that, so that, to

Notes: This word is a conjunction used to introduce a clause expressing purpose, result, or content. It often translates to 'in order that' or simply 'that' when indicating the aim or outcome of an action. It can also be used to express a command or exhortation, especially when followed by the subjunctive mood.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΠΩΣ, ΩΣΤΕ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *en- (in). It is related to the preposition 'in' and developed into a conjunction expressing purpose or result.

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.

G3440

Part of Speech: Adverb, Adjective

Sounds like: MO-non

Translations: only, alone, merely, a single, a solitary

Notes: This word can function as an adverb meaning 'only' or 'merely', indicating exclusivity or limitation. It can also be the neuter singular form of the adjective 'ΜΟΝΟΣ', meaning 'alone' or 'solitary', describing something as being by itself or unique. In its adverbial use, it often modifies verbs or clauses to emphasize that something is done exclusively or that a condition applies solely to one thing.

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

Synonyms: ΜΟΝΩΣ, ΜΟΝΟΓΕΝΗΣ

G4100

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pis-TEV-so-men

Translations: let us believe, we may believe, we should believe, we might believe

Notes: This word means 'to believe' or 'to trust'. It is a verb form that expresses a hortatory subjunctive, which is used to encourage or urge a group (in this case, 'us') to perform an action. Therefore, it translates to 'let us believe' or 'we should believe'. It can be used in sentences where a speaker is proposing an action for a group to undertake.

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

Synonyms: ΠΕΠΟΙΘΑΜΕΝ, ΕΛΠΙΖΟΜΕΝ

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.

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.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: peh-ree-toh-MEE

Translations: circumcision, a circumcision

Notes: This word refers to the act of circumcision, a religious or cultural practice involving the removal of the foreskin. It is often used in a literal sense, but in the New Testament, it can also be used metaphorically to refer to a spiritual transformation or a covenant relationship with God, as opposed to a mere physical act.

Inflection: Singular, Feminine, Nominative, Genitive, Dative, Accusative

Etymology: From the Greek verb περιτέμνω (peritemnō), meaning 'to cut around', which is a compound of περί (peri, 'around') and τέμνω (temnō, 'to cut').

G1909

G3588, G3739, G3778, G5101

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: EF

Translations: upon, on, over, to, against, at, by, for, in, among, with, toward, concerning, because of

Notes: This word is an elided form of the preposition ΕΠΙ (epi), which means 'upon' or 'on'. The final vowel of ΕΠΙ is dropped when the next word begins with a vowel and a rough breathing mark. Its meaning varies depending on the case of the noun it governs: with the genitive, it means 'upon, on, over, during'; with the dative, it means 'on, at, by, for, in addition to'; and with the accusative, it means 'on, to, against, over, toward'. It is a very common and versatile preposition.

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

Part of Speech: Definite Article, Pronoun

Sounds like: HAYS

Translations: (of) the, (of) who, (of) which, (of) this, (of) that, (of) what

Notes: The word "ΗΣ" is a versatile form in Koine Greek, primarily functioning as the genitive singular for masculine and feminine nouns. It can be the genitive singular of the definite article 'the', indicating possession or relationship. It can also be the genitive singular of the relative pronoun 'who/which', connecting clauses, or the demonstrative pronoun 'this/that', pointing to something specific. Additionally, it can be the genitive singular of the interrogative pronoun 'what/who', used in questions.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Feminine

G2673

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tahr-GAY-tai

Translations: it has been abolished, it has been rendered ineffective, it has been made void, it has been done away with, it has been brought to nothing

Notes: This word describes something that has been rendered inactive, ineffective, or abolished. It implies a state of being nullified or brought to an end, often in a way that makes it powerless or obsolete. It is used to describe laws, practices, or powers that have lost their force or authority.

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Perfect Indicative, Passive Voice

Synonyms: ΑΘΕΤΕΩ, ΑΚΥΡΟΩ, ΚΑΤΑΛΥΩ

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: peh-ree-toh-MEN

Translations: circumcision, a circumcision

Notes: This word refers to the act of circumcision, a religious or cultural practice involving the removal of the foreskin. In Koine Greek, it often refers to the Jewish practice of circumcision, which was a sign of the covenant with God. It can be used in both a literal sense and a metaphorical sense, referring to a spiritual cleansing or transformation.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Etymology: From the Greek verb περιτέμνω (peritemnō), meaning 'to cut around'. It is a compound word formed from περί (peri), meaning 'around', and τέμνω (temnō), meaning 'to cut'.

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.

G1096

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: geh-nay-THEE-nai

Translations: to become, to be, to come into being, to happen, to arise, to be made

Notes: This is the aorist passive infinitive form of the verb 'γίνομαι' (ginomai), meaning 'to become' or 'to be'. It expresses the idea of something coming into existence, happening, or being made. As an infinitive, it often functions like a verbal noun, indicating the purpose or result of an action, or simply the action itself without a specific subject.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΕΙΜΙ, ΥΠΑΡΧΩ, ΦΥΟΜΑΙ

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.

G4190

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: po-NEE-ros

Translations: evil, wicked, bad, malicious, harmful, worthless, a wicked person, the evil one

Notes: This word describes something or someone as evil, wicked, or bad. It can refer to moral depravity, harmfulness, or worthlessness. It is often used to describe people who are morally corrupt or actions that are harmful. When used substantively, it can refer to 'the evil one,' often understood as the devil.

Inflection: Masculine, Nominative, Singular

Synonyms: ΚΑΚΟΣ, ΦΑΥΛΟΣ, ΑΣΕΒΗΣ

Etymology: The word is derived from πονέω (poneō), meaning 'to toil, labor, suffer,' suggesting something that causes toil or suffering, hence 'evil' or 'painful.'

G4679

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-SO-fi-zen

Translations: he was making wise, he was making skillful, he was devising, he was inventing, he was outwitting, he was deceiving

Notes: This word describes the action of making someone wise or skillful, or of devising and inventing something. In some contexts, it can also mean to outwit or deceive someone through cleverness. It is used to describe an ongoing or repeated action in the past.

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Imperfect, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΕΞΕΥΡΙΣΚΩ, ΚΑΤΑΠΛΑΝΩ

Etymology: The word ΣΟΦΙΖΩ (sophizo) is derived from the Greek word ΣΟΦΟΣ (sophos), meaning 'wise' or 'skillful'. It implies the application of wisdom or skill to an action.

G0846

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

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.

G5602

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: OH-deh

Translations: here, hither, in this place, to this place

Notes: This word is an adverb indicating location or direction, meaning 'here' or 'to this place'. It is used to point to a specific location or to indicate movement towards the speaker or a particular spot. For example, it can be used in commands like 'Come here!' or to state that something is located 'here'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΝΘΑΔΕ, ΕΝΤΑΥΘΑ

Etymology: From the demonstrative stem *ho- (this) and the locative suffix -de. It indicates proximity to the speaker.

G2147

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: yoo-RIS-koh

Translations: find, discover, obtain, perceive, learn, devise

Notes: This verb means 'to find' or 'to discover'. It can refer to finding something lost, discovering a fact, or even obtaining something. It is often used in contexts where something is sought after and then located or realized. It can also mean to 'devise' or 'invent'.

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

Synonyms: ΑΝΕΥΡΙΣΚΩ, ΚΑΤΑΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ

Etymology: From an ancient root meaning 'to come upon'. It is related to the idea of encountering or meeting something.

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.

G0001

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-KAN-thais

Translations: thorns, thistles, prickles

Notes: This word refers to thorns, thistles, or any prickly plant. It is often used metaphorically to describe difficulties, troubles, or things that hinder growth or progress, much like thorns can choke out good plants. It can also refer to the sharp points or spines themselves.

Inflection: Plural, Dative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΤΡΙΒΟΛΟΙ, ΣΚΟΛΟΠΕΣ

Etymology: The word 'ΑΚΑΝΘΑ' (akantha) is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek. It is related to the verb 'ακίζω' (akizo), meaning 'to sharpen'.

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.

G4641

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: sklay-roh-kar-DEE-an

Translations: hardness of heart, a hardness of heart, stubbornness, obstinacy

Notes: This is a compound noun meaning 'hardness of heart' or 'stubbornness'. It refers to a state of spiritual insensitivity or resistance to God's will and truth. It describes a person who is unyielding, unrepentant, and unwilling to listen or change, often used in a negative sense regarding spiritual or moral obduracy.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΠΕΙΘΕΙΑ, ΣΚΛΗΡΟΤΗΣ

Etymology: The word is a compound of two Greek words: σκληρός (sklēros), meaning 'hard' or 'harsh', and καρδία (kardia), meaning 'heart'. It literally means 'hard-heartedness'.

G4645

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: sklee-roo-NEH-teh

Translations: harden, make hard, make stubborn

Notes: This verb means to make something hard or stubborn. It is often used metaphorically in the New Testament and Septuagint to describe the hardening of one's heart or neck, signifying resistance to God's will or a refusal to obey. It can be used in a literal sense for physical hardening, but its most common usage is figurative.

Inflection: 2nd Person Plural, Present Active Indicative or Imperative

Synonyms: ΣΚΛΗΡΥΝΩ, ΣΚΛΗΡΟΚΑΡΔΙΑ

Etymology: From the Greek adjective σκληρός (sklēros), meaning 'hard' or 'harsh'. The verb σκληρύνω means 'to make hard'.

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.

G1161

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.

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.

G0564

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-peh-RIT-mee-tos

Translations: uncircumcised, uncircumcised (one)

Notes: This word describes someone or something that has not undergone circumcision. It is often used metaphorically in the New Testament to refer to those who are spiritually uncircumcised, meaning they are resistant to God's will or have unpurified hearts and ears. It can also refer to Gentiles (non-Jews) who were not physically circumcised.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΚΡΟΒΥΣΤΙΑ

Etymology: This word is a compound of the alpha privative 'Α-' (meaning 'un-' or 'not') and 'ΠΕΡΙΤΜΗΤΟΣ' (peritmetos), which means 'circumcised'. Thus, it literally means 'not circumcised' or 'uncircumcised'.

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'.

G2054

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: EH-ris

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

Notes: This word refers to a state of conflict, disagreement, or rivalry. It describes a situation where people are at odds with each other, often leading to arguments or disputes. It can be used to describe both verbal disagreements and more intense forms of contention.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΜΑΧΗ, ΔΙΧΟΣΤΑΣΙΑ, ΕΡΙΘΕΙΑ

Etymology: The origin of this word is uncertain, but it is thought to be an ancient Greek term for discord or contention.

G3376, G3378

Part of Speech: Noun, Adverb

Sounds like: MAYN

Translations: month, a month, surely, indeed, truly, certainly

Notes: This word has two primary meanings in Koine Greek. As a noun (G3378), it refers to a 'month', a period of time. As an adverb (G3376), it functions as an emphatic particle, meaning 'surely', 'indeed', 'truly', or 'certainly', often used to confirm or emphasize a statement. It can also be used in questions to expect a positive answer.

Inflection: Noun: Singular, Nominative, Accusative, Genitive, Dative; Adverb: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΤΟΣ, ΑΛΗΘΩΣ, ΟΝΤΩΣ

Etymology: The noun 'ΜΗΝ' (month) comes from Proto-Indo-European, referring to the moon and its cycle. The adverb 'ΜΗΝ' (surely) is also of uncertain but ancient origin, possibly related to particles of affirmation.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: peh-ree-TET-mee-tai

Translations: has been circumcised, is circumcised

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to circumcise'. The form 'περιτέτμηται' indicates a completed action in the past (perfect tense) that has ongoing results in the present. It is in the passive voice, meaning the subject is the one being circumcised. It is used to describe someone or something that has undergone the act of circumcision.

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

Etymology: From Ancient Greek περί (peri, “around”) and τέμνω (temnō, “to cut”). It literally means 'to cut around'.

G4973

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: sfra-GHEE-da

Translations: seal, a seal, signet, a signet, mark, a mark

Notes: This word refers to a seal or signet, often used to authenticate documents, mark ownership, or secure something. It could be an impression made by a signet ring or a device used to make such an impression. In a broader sense, it can signify a mark or a token of authenticity or possession.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΗΜΕΙΟΝ, ΤΥΠΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΣΦΡΑΓΙΣ (sphragis) is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek or from an unknown root.

G3956

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: PAS

Translations: all, every, whole, any, a whole

Notes: This word means 'all', 'every', or 'whole'. It is used to indicate totality or completeness. It can refer to every single item in a group, or the entirety of something. For example, 'all people' or 'the whole house'. It often takes on the meaning of 'every' when used with a singular noun, and 'all' when used with a plural noun. It can also mean 'any' in certain contexts.

Inflection: Masculine, Singular, Nominative

Synonyms: ΟΛΟΣ, ΑΠΑΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is related to words meaning 'all' or 'every' in various Indo-European languages.

G0686

Part of Speech: Particle

Sounds like: A-RA

Translations: then, therefore, consequently, so, perhaps, indeed, really, surely

Notes: This word is a particle used to introduce a question, an inference, or to emphasize a statement. It can indicate a logical consequence, meaning 'therefore' or 'so'. It can also be used in questions to imply an expectation or to express surprise, sometimes translated as 'then' or 'surely'. Its precise meaning often depends on the context and the type of sentence it appears in.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΥΝ, ΤΟΙΓΑΡΟΥΝ, ΔΗ

Etymology: This particle is of uncertain origin, possibly from a root meaning 'to fit' or 'to join'. It is a primary particle in Koine Greek.

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.

G2532, G1565

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: kah-KAY-noy

Translations: and those, and they, and those ones, also those, also they

Notes: This word is a compound of the conjunction 'καί' (kai, meaning 'and, also, even') and the demonstrative pronoun 'ἐκεῖνοι' (ekeinoi, meaning 'those' or 'they'). It is used to refer to a group of people or things that are distinct from the current subject, often emphasizing that the same action or characteristic applies to them as well. It functions as the subject of a sentence or clause.

Inflection: Compound, Nominative, Masculine, Plural

Synonyms: ΚΑΙ ΟΥΤΟΙ, ΚΑΙ ΑΥΤΟΙ

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.

G1242

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: Dee-ah-THEE-kees

Translations: (of) a covenant, (of) the covenant, (of) a testament, (of) the testament, (of) a will, (of) the will

Notes: This word refers to a solemn agreement or a binding compact, often between God and humans, or between two parties. It can also refer to a last will and testament, a legal document outlining a person's wishes for their possessions after death. Its meaning can shift depending on the context, often referring to a divine covenant in religious texts or a human will in legal contexts.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΘΗΚΗ

G4413

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: PRO-tos

Translations: first, a first, chief, principal, foremost, the first

Notes: This word means 'first' in terms of order, rank, or importance. It can be used as an adjective to describe a noun, or it can be used substantively (as a noun) to refer to 'the first one' or 'the chief person/thing'. It indicates precedence or priority.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΡΧΗ, ΠΡΩΤΙΣΤΟΣ

Etymology: From a superlative form of the Proto-Indo-European root *pro- (forward, before). It is related to the English word 'prior'.

G1325

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: DOOS

Translations: giving, having given, a giver, one who gives

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'to give'. It describes someone or something that is in the act of giving, or has already given. It can function like an adjective, modifying a noun, or like an adverb, describing the manner of an action. For example, it could be used in a phrase like 'the man giving the gift' or 'he spoke, giving a warning'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine, Aorist, Active

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΕΧΩΝ, ΧΑΡΙΖΟΜΕΝΟΣ

G4151

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PNEV-mah-tee

Translations: (to) Spirit, (to) spirit, (to) wind, (to) breath

Notes: This word is a scribal abbreviation for ΠΝΕΥΜΑΤΙ (PNEUMATI), the dative singular form of ΠΝΕΥΜΑ (PNEUMA). It refers to spirit, wind, or breath. In a theological context, it often refers to the Holy Spirit. As a dative case, it indicates the indirect object of an action, or the means/instrument by which something is done, often translated with 'to' or 'by/in' depending on context.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΠΝΟΗ, ΑΝΕΜΟΣ

G4308

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: pro-BLEP-sas

Translations: having foreseen, having looked ahead, having provided for

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'to foresee' or 'to look ahead'. It describes an action that has already occurred, indicating that someone has previously seen, considered, or made provision for something. It functions like an adjective or adverb in a sentence, modifying a noun or verb to show that the subject had foresight or made prior arrangements.

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΟΡΑΩ, ΠΡΟΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ

G1121

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: grahm-MAH-tohn

Translations: of letters, of writings, of documents, of scriptures, of a writing, of a document, of a letter

Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of 'γραμμα' (gramma). It refers to written characters, letters of the alphabet, or more broadly, written documents, scriptures, or literature. It is used to indicate possession or origin, such as 'of letters' or 'belonging to writings'. In the provided context, 'πόλις γραμμάτων' (polis grammaton) means 'city of writings' or 'city of scribes/scholars', implying a place known for its literacy or written records.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Neuter

Synonyms: ΒΙΒΛΙΩΝ, ΓΡΑΦΩΝ

G3624

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: oy-KOO

Translations: of a house, of a home, of a household, of a family, of a temple, of a dwelling

Notes: This word is a noun referring to a house, home, or dwelling place. It can also refer to a household, family, or even a temple. In its genitive form, as seen here, it indicates possession or origin, often translated with 'of' or 'belonging to'. It is used to describe the place where people live or a group of people living together.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΙΑ, ΟΙΚΗΜΑ, ΟΙΚΗΣΙΣ

G1325

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: doh-THEE-sah

Translations: having given, having granted, having put, having placed

Notes: This word is an Aorist Active Participle, feminine, nominative singular, derived from the verb 'δίδωμι' (didomi), meaning 'to give' or 'to grant'. As a participle, it describes an action that occurred prior to the main verb, functioning adjectivally or adverbially. It signifies 'she who has given' or 'having given' (referring to a feminine subject). It can also mean 'having put' or 'having placed' depending on the context.

Inflection: Aorist Active Participle, Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΟΥΣΑ, ΔΩΣΑ

G0846

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.

G1108

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: GNO-sis

Translations: knowledge, a knowledge

Notes: This word refers to knowledge, understanding, or insight. It is often used in a general sense to denote intellectual apprehension or awareness, but in a religious context, it can refer to spiritual knowledge or discernment. It is a feminine noun.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΟΦΙΑ, ΕΠΙΓΝΩΣΙΣ

Etymology: From the verb γινώσκω (ginōskō), meaning 'to know' or 'to come to know'. It is related to the Proto-Indo-European root *ǵneh₃-, meaning 'to know'.

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).

G1292

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: dee-A-stee-mah

Translations: interval, space, distance, a space, an interval, a distance

Notes: This word refers to a space or interval, either in terms of physical distance or a period of time. It can also denote a separation or a gap. It is a compound word formed from 'διά' (dia), meaning 'through' or 'apart', and 'ἵστημι' (histēmi), meaning 'to stand'. It is typically used to describe the extent or duration between two points or events.

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

Synonyms: ΧΩΡΟΣ, ΚΑΙΡΟΣ, ΧΡΟΝΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΔΙΑΣΤΗΜΑ is derived from the Greek preposition διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'apart', and the verb ἵστημι (histēmi), meaning 'to stand' or 'to set'. It literally means 'that which stands apart' or 'a standing through', evolving to signify a space or interval.

G4160

Part of Speech: Participle, Verb

Sounds like: poy-AY-sas

Translations: having made, having done, making, doing, who made, who did

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb 'ποιέω' (poieō), meaning 'to make' or 'to do'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has been completed. It often translates as 'having made' or 'having done', indicating an action that occurred prior to or concurrently with the main verb of the sentence. It can also be translated as 'making' or 'doing' in certain contexts, or as a relative clause like 'who made' or 'who did'.

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΑΞΑΣ, ΕΡΓΑΣΑΜΕΝΟΣ

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.

G4716

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: stow-ROS

Translations: cross, a cross, stake, a stake

Notes: This word refers to an upright stake, pole, or a cross, especially as an instrument of execution. In the New Testament, it primarily denotes the cross on which Jesus Christ was crucified, symbolizing his sacrifice and the Christian faith. It can be used literally to refer to the physical object or metaphorically to represent suffering, self-denial, or the Christian life.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΞΥΛΟΝ, ΠΑΣΧΑ

Etymology: The word Σταυρός comes from an ancient Greek root meaning 'to stand' or 'to set up'. It originally referred to an upright pole or stake, and later evolved to mean a cross, particularly as an instrument of crucifixion.

G5144

Part of Speech: Numeral, Adjective

Sounds like: tree-ah-KOS-toh

Translations: (to) thirtieth

Notes: This word is an ordinal numeral meaning 'thirtieth'. It is used to indicate the position in a sequence, similar to how 'first', 'second', or 'third' are used in English. In this inflected form, it is in the dative case, often used to indicate 'in the thirtieth' (e.g., 'in the thirtieth year').

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Neuter

Etymology: The word ΤΡΙΑΚΟΣΤΟΣ (triakostos) comes from the Greek word τριάκοντα (triakonta), meaning 'thirty'. The suffix -οστος (-ostos) is used to form ordinal numbers.

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

G3195

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EE-mel-len

Translations: was about to, was going to, was destined to, was on the point of

Notes: This word is the imperfect active indicative form of the verb 'ΜΕΛΛΩ' (mello). It indicates an action that was imminent or about to happen in the past. It often conveys a sense of intention, expectation, or destiny regarding a future event from a past perspective. For example, 'he was about to go' or 'it was destined to happen'.

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

Synonyms: ΕΤΟΙΜΑΖΩ, ΕΓΓΙΖΩ

Etymology: The verb ΜΕΛΛΩ is of uncertain origin, possibly related to μέλω (melō, 'to be a care'). It signifies being about to do something or being destined for something.

G5485

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KHA-rin

Translations: grace, favor, kindness, thanks, a grace, a favor, a kindness, a thanks

Notes: This word refers to grace, favor, or kindness, often implying a divine or unmerited gift. It can also mean thanks or gratitude. In its accusative form, as seen in ΧΑΡΙΝ, it often functions as the direct object of a verb, such as 'to find favor' or 'to give thanks'. It can also be used in adverbial phrases meaning 'for the sake of' or 'on account of'.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΕΥΝΟΙΑ, ΔΩΡΟΝ, ΕΥΧΑΡΙΣΤΙΑ

Etymology: The word ΧΑΡΙΣ (charis) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *ǵʰer- meaning 'to desire, to like'. It is related to words signifying joy, delight, and goodwill.

G1213

Part of Speech: Verb, Adjective

Sounds like: DAY-loy

Translations: shows, makes clear, reveals, manifests, declares, makes known, evident, clear, manifest

Notes: This word can function as a verb meaning 'to show, make clear, or reveal,' or as an adjective meaning 'clear, evident, or manifest.' As a verb, it describes the act of making something known or visible. As an adjective, it describes something that is already apparent or easily understood.

Inflection: Verb: Present, Indicative, Active, Third Person Singular; Adjective: Nominative, Plural, Masculine or Feminine; or Nominative/Accusative, Plural, Neuter

Synonyms: ΦΑΙΝΩ, ΓΝΩΡΙΖΩ, ΦΑΝΕΡΟΣ

G3303

Part of Speech: Particle, Conjunction

Sounds like: MEN

Translations: indeed, on the one hand, truly, certainly, but, however

Notes: This word is a particle often used to introduce a clause that is contrasted with a following clause, which is typically introduced by the particle δέ (de). It can indicate a concession, an affirmation, or simply serve to mark a transition in thought. While it often translates as 'indeed' or 'on the one hand,' its precise meaning is highly dependent on context and the presence of a contrasting 'δέ' clause.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΕ, ΓΕ, ΚΑΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is an ancient particle used to mark emphasis or contrast.

G1416

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: DYS-in

Translations: setting, sunset, west, a setting, a sunset, a west

Notes: This word refers to the act of setting, particularly of the sun or other celestial bodies. It can also refer to the direction where the sun sets, which is the west. In a sentence, it would be used to indicate the time of day when the sun goes down or the geographical direction of the west.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΥΣΜΗ

Etymology: From the verb δύω (dyō), meaning 'to enter, to sink, to set'. It refers to the action of something sinking or setting, especially the sun.

G1762

Part of Speech: Adverb, Verb

Sounds like: EH-nee

Translations: there is, there are, it is possible, it is lawful, it is present, it is in

Notes: ΕΝΙ is an enclitic adverbial form of the verb εἰμί (eimi), meaning 'to be'. It typically translates to 'there is' or 'there are', indicating existence or presence. It can also convey the meaning 'it is possible' or 'it is lawful'. In some contexts, it functions as an adverb meaning 'in' or 'within', often implying 'it is in' or 'it is present in'. It is a common word in Koine Greek, used to express existence or possibility.

Inflection: Third person singular, present indicative, active, enclitic form of εἰμί (eimi)

Synonyms: ΕΣΤΙΝ, ΥΠΑΡΧΕΙ

G1721

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: em-FY-ton

Translations: implanted, engrafted, inborn, innate, natural

Notes: This word describes something that is naturally present or has been firmly planted or engrafted. It refers to something that is inherent, inborn, or deeply rooted within a person or thing. In a spiritual context, it can refer to a divine principle or teaching that has been implanted in the heart or mind.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΕΝΔΟΝ, ΦΥΣΙΚΟΣ

Etymology: Derived from the preposition 'ἐν' (en), meaning 'in', and the verb 'φύω' (phyō), meaning 'to produce, grow, or bring forth'. Thus, it literally means 'grown in' or 'implanted'.

G1432

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: doh-reh-AHN

Translations: freely, for nothing, without cause, in vain, gratuitously, undeservedly

Notes: This word means 'freely' or 'gratuitously,' indicating something given or done without cost or obligation. It can also mean 'without cause' or 'in vain,' implying that something is done without a valid reason or achieves no purpose. It is used to describe actions that are unmerited or without charge.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΩΡΟΝ, ΔΩΡΕΑ

Etymology: From the noun δωρεά (dōrea), meaning 'a gift' or 'a present,' which itself comes from δῶρον (dōron), also meaning 'gift.' The suffix -αν makes it an adverb.

G5087

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: THE-meh-nos

Translations: having placed, having laid, having put, having set, having appointed

Notes: This word is the aorist middle participle of the verb τίθημι, meaning 'to place, put, set, or appoint'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective while retaining verbal characteristics, indicating an action completed in the past by the subject itself (middle voice). It is often translated as 'having placed' or 'having laid'.

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

Synonyms: ΒΑΛΩΝ, ΕΠΙΘΕΙΣ, ΚΑΤΑΘΕΙΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *dʰeh₁- 'to put, place'.

G3762

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: OO-DEYS

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

Notes: This word is a compound word meaning 'no one' or 'nobody' when used as a pronoun. It can also function as an adjective meaning 'no' or 'not any', modifying a noun. It is used to express a complete absence or negation of something or someone.

Inflection: Inflects for gender, number, and case (e.g., Nominative, Genitive, Dative, Accusative; Singular, Plural; Masculine, Feminine, Neuter).

Synonyms: ΟΥΔΕΝ, ΜΗΔΕΙΣ

Etymology: From the negative particle ΟΥ (ou, 'not') and the indefinite pronoun ΔΕΙΣ (deis, 'anyone'), which is a form of ΕΙΣ (heis, 'one'). It literally means 'not even one'.

G1103

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: gnee-see-OH-teh-ron

Translations: more genuine, more sincere, more true, a more genuine thing, a more sincere thing, a more true thing

Notes: This word is the comparative form of the adjective 'genuine' or 'sincere'. It indicates a higher degree of genuineness, sincerity, or truthfulness. It is used to describe something that is more authentic, legitimate, or pure than something else. For example, it could describe a more genuine friend or a more sincere statement.

Inflection: Comparative, Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑΛΗΘΕΣΤΕΡΟΝ, ΕΙΛΙΚΡΙΝΕΣΤΕΡΟΝ

G3129

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-MAH-then

Translations: he learned, she learned, it learned, he taught himself, she taught herself, it taught itself

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb 'μανθάνω' (manthano), meaning 'to learn' or 'to be taught'. It describes an action of learning that occurred in the past, completed at a specific point in time. It can refer to a person or thing acquiring knowledge or skill.

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

Synonyms: ΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΕΠΙΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ

Etymology: The root verb 'μανθάνω' (manthano) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to think' or 'to learn'. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages that convey the idea of mental acquisition or instruction.

G0575

Part of Speech: Preposition, Prefix

Sounds like: AP

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΚ, ΠΑΡΑ

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

G0514