2001 Translation

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.

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.

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'.

G3198

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: Mel-khi-SEH-dek

Translations: Melchizedek

Notes: Melchizedek is a proper noun referring to a significant figure in the Old Testament, mentioned in Genesis and Psalm 110, and extensively discussed in the New Testament book of Hebrews. He is described as the King of Salem (Jerusalem) and a priest of God Most High, to whom Abraham paid tithes. In the New Testament, he is presented as a type or foreshadowing of Jesus Christ, who is described as a priest "after the order of Melchizedek."

Inflection: Singular, Nominative

Etymology: The name Melchizedek is of Hebrew origin, meaning "my king is righteousness" or "king of righteousness." It is a compound of two Hebrew words: 'melek' (king) and 'tsedeq' (righteousness).

G0935

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: bah-see-LEHFS

Translations: king, a king, ruler, sovereign

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

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΡΧΩΝ, ΗΓΕΜΩΝ, ΚΥΡΙΟΣ

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

G2415

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: sah-LEEM

Translations: Salem

Notes: This is a proper noun referring to Salem, an ancient city mentioned in the Bible. It is often identified with Jerusalem, particularly in its earlier history or poetic references. The apostrophe at the end, a keraia, indicates that this word is being used as a numeral, representing the number 200,038 in the Koine Greek system. However, in the context of a proper noun, it is almost certainly a misspelling or a scribal error for the city name.

Inflection: Does not inflect (when used as a proper noun). When used as a numeral, it is indeclinable.

Etymology: The name Salem is of Hebrew origin, meaning 'peace'. It is often associated with the Hebrew word 'shalom'.

G2409

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ee-eh-REH-oos

Translations: priest, a priest

Notes: This word refers to a priest, a person authorized to perform sacred rites of a religion, especially as a mediatory agent between humans and God or gods. In ancient contexts, priests were often responsible for sacrifices, rituals, and interpreting divine will. It is typically used to refer to a male religious official.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΡΧΙΕΡΕΥΣ

Etymology: From the Greek word ἱερός (hieros), meaning 'sacred' or 'holy'. The suffix -εύς (-eus) indicates a person associated with or performing a specific function.

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.

G5310

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: YP-see-STOO

Translations: (of) the Most High, (of) the Highest, (of) God Most High

Notes: This word means 'highest' or 'most high'. It is often used as a substantive, referring to God as 'the Most High'. It describes something or someone that is supreme in position, rank, or quality. When used in a sentence, it typically functions as an adjective modifying a noun, or as a noun itself referring to God.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΝΩΤΑΤΟΣ, ΥΠΕΡΤΑΤΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΥΨΙΣΤΟΣ (hypsistos) is derived from the Greek word ὕψος (hypsos), meaning 'height' or 'summit'. It is the superlative form of the adjective ὑψηλός (hypsēlos), meaning 'high'.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

G0846

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

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.

G3307

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-MEH-ree-sen

Translations: he divided, she divided, it divided, he distributed, she distributed, it distributed

Notes: The word ΕΜΕΡΙΣΕΝ is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb ΜΕΡΙΖΩ. It means 'to divide' or 'to distribute'. This form indicates an action that was completed in the past by a single subject (he, she, or it). It is often used in contexts where something is being portioned out or separated among individuals or groups.

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

Synonyms: ΔΙΑΙΡΕΩ, ΔΙΑΔΙΔΩΜΙ

G4413

Part of Speech: Adjective, Adverb

Sounds like: PRO-ton

Translations: first, foremost, chief, principal, a first thing, before, at the first, in the first place

Notes: This word means 'first' in terms of order, time, importance, or rank. As an adjective, it describes something as being the first of its kind or in a sequence. As an adverb, it indicates something happening initially or in the first instance. It can also refer to the chief or most important person or thing.

Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑΡΧΗ, ΠΡΩΤΙΣΤΟΣ, ΠΡΟΤΕΡΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'πρῶτος' (prōtos) is a superlative form derived from the Proto-Indo-European root *pro- meaning 'forward, before'. It is related to the Greek preposition 'πρό' (pro), meaning 'before' or 'in front of'.

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.

G2059

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: er-mee-NEH-oo-meh-noss

Translations: being translated, being interpreted, being explained

Notes: This word is a present passive participle derived from the verb 'hermeneuō', meaning 'to translate, interpret, or explain'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that is currently happening to the subject. It indicates that something is in the process of being translated, interpreted, or explained.

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

Synonyms: ΔΙΕΡΜΗΝΕΥΟΜΕΝΟΣ, ΕΞΗΓΟΥΜΕΝΟΣ

G1343

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: dee-kah-yoh-SOO-nays

Translations: of righteousness, of justice, of a righteousness, of a justice

Notes: This word refers to the quality of being morally right, just, or righteous. It encompasses both the state of being right with God and the act of doing what is right. It is often used in a theological context to describe divine justice or human uprightness.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΛΗΘΕΙΑ, ΕΥΘΥΤΗΣ

Etymology: From the Greek word δίκαιος (dikaios), meaning 'just' or 'righteous', combined with the suffix -σύνη (-synē), which forms abstract nouns, indicating a state or quality.

G1899

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: eh-PEY-tah

Translations: then, afterward, next, thereupon

Notes: This word is an adverb used to indicate sequence in time or order. It means 'then' or 'afterward,' showing that one event or action follows another. It can also be used to introduce the next point in a series or argument.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΠΕΙ, ΕΙΤΑ, ΕΚΕΙΘΕΝ

Etymology: This word is formed from the preposition ἐπί (epi), meaning 'upon' or 'after,' and the particle εἶτα (eita), meaning 'then.' It signifies a sequential relationship.

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.

G1515

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ei-REE-nes

Translations: of peace, of quietness, of rest, of prosperity

Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of the noun 'eirene,' meaning peace. It refers to a state of tranquility, quietness, rest, or prosperity. In Koine Greek, the genitive case often indicates possession, origin, or a relationship 'of' something. Thus, 'eirenes' would typically be translated as 'of peace' or 'belonging to peace,' indicating a quality or state associated with peace.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΗΕΡΕΜΙΑΣ, ΑΝΑΠΑΥΣΙΣ

G0002

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-PAH-tor

Translations: without father, fatherless

Notes: This adjective describes someone or something that is without a father or is fatherless. It is a compound word formed from 'α' (alpha privative, meaning 'without') and 'πατηρ' (father). It is used to denote a lack of paternal origin or lineage.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΓΕΝΕΑΛΟΓΗΤΟϹ

Etymology: From the alpha privative 'α-' (meaning 'without') and 'πατηρ' (meaning 'father'). It literally means 'without a father'.

G0282

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-MAY-tor

Translations: motherless, without mother, without a mother

Notes: This adjective describes someone or something that is without a mother or has no mother. It is a compound word formed from the negative prefix 'Α-' (alpha privative, meaning 'without') and 'ΜΗΤΩΡ' (mother). It is often used in a figurative sense to describe something that lacks origin or lineage.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine or Feminine

Etymology: The word is a compound of the alpha privative (Α-, 'without') and ΜΗΤΩΡ (MĒTŌR, 'mother'). It describes a state of being without a mother.

G0002

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-geh-neh-ah-LOH-gee-tos

Translations: without descent, without genealogy, without ancestry, whose descent is not counted

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'without genealogy' or 'without descent'. It is a compound word formed from the alpha privative (α-) meaning 'not' or 'without', and a form related to 'genealogy' (γενεαλογέω, to trace a genealogy). It describes someone or something whose lineage or ancestry cannot be traced or is not recorded. It implies a lack of recorded lineage rather than a complete absence of parents.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΠΑΤΩΡ, ΑΜΗΤΩΡ

Etymology: This word is a compound of the negative prefix 'α-' (alpha privative), meaning 'without', and a form derived from 'γενεαλογέω' (genealogeo), meaning 'to trace a genealogy' or 'to reckon by descent'. The suffix '-τος' forms an adjective indicating capability or result.

G0746

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ar-KHEEN

Translations: beginning, rule, dominion, first place, a beginning, a rule, a dominion, a first place

Notes: This word refers to the beginning of something, the first in a series, or a position of authority and rule. It can denote the starting point in time or space, or the origin of a concept. It is also used to describe a ruler, a magistrate, or a principality. In a sentence, it would function as the direct object of a verb or the object of a preposition, indicating the thing that is being begun, ruled, or held as a first place.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΡΩΤΗ, ΚΕΦΑΛΗ, ΕΞΟΥΣΙΑ

G5056

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: TEH-los

Translations: end, a goal, a purpose, an outcome, a completion, a tax, a custom, a duty

Notes: This word refers to an end, a goal, a purpose, or the completion of something. It can also refer to a tax or custom duty. It is often used to denote the conclusion of an event or process, or the ultimate aim or objective. In some contexts, it refers to the payment of tribute or taxes.

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

Synonyms: ΠΕΡΑΣ, ΣΥΝΤΕΛΕΙΑ, ΤΕΛΕΥΤΗ

Etymology: The word ΤΕΛΟΣ comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to turn, to accomplish, to fulfill'. It is related to words signifying completion, fulfillment, and the end of a process.

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: EH-khon

Translations: having, holding, possessing, being, one who has, he who has

Notes: This word is the present active participle of the verb ἔχω (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. As a participle, it describes an ongoing action of having or holding, often functioning adjectivally or adverbially. It can refer to someone who is in possession of something, or simply to someone who is in a certain state or condition.

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

Synonyms: ΚΕΚΤΗΜΕΝΟΣ, ΚΑΤΕΧΩΝ

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).

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.

G4080

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: pay-LEE-kos

Translations: how great, how large, how much, what size

Notes: This word is an interrogative or exclamatory adjective used to express the magnitude, size, or quantity of something. It can be translated as 'how great,' 'how large,' or 'how much,' often appearing in questions or exclamations to emphasize the extent of something. For example, it might be used to ask 'How great is this?' or exclaim 'How great this is!'

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΜΕΓΑΣ, ΤΟΣΟΥΤΟΣ

Etymology: From an assumed compound of the interrogative stem *πη- (pē-) meaning 'where, how' and the suffix -λικός (-likos) indicating 'of a certain size or kind'.

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.

G3966

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pat-ree-AR-khees

Translations: patriarch, a patriarch

Notes: This is a compound word formed from 'πατριά' (patria), meaning 'family' or 'lineage', and 'ἄρχω' (archo), meaning 'to rule' or 'to lead'. It refers to the head or chief of a family, tribe, or nation, particularly in an ancient or biblical context. It is used to describe the venerable male head of a family or clan, such as Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob in the Old Testament.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΡΧΗΓΟΣ, ΠΡΟΓΟΝΟΣ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek πατριάρχης (patriárkhēs), a compound of πατριά (patriá, “lineage, family”) and ἄρχω (árkhō, “to rule”).

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: 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.

G2406

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: hee-eh-rah-TEE-ah

Translations: priesthood, a priesthood, priestly office

Notes: This word refers to the office, function, or dignity of a priest, or the entire body of priests. It denotes the sacred service or ministry performed by priests. It is often used in contexts relating to religious duties and the role of those consecrated to divine service.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΙΕΡΩΣΥΝΗ, ΛΕΙΤΟΥΡΓΙΑ

Etymology: The word ἱερατεία (hierateia) comes from ἱεράομαι (hieraomai), meaning 'to be a priest' or 'to perform sacred rites', which in turn derives from ἱερός (hieros), meaning 'sacred' or 'holy'.

G2983

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: lam-BAH-non-tes

Translations: taking, receiving, getting, seizing, obtaining, accepting

Notes: This word is a present active participle of the verb 'λαμβάνω', meaning 'to take', 'to receive', or 'to get'. As a participle, it describes an action that is happening concurrently with the main verb of the sentence. It can be translated as 'taking', 'receiving', or 'those who are taking/receiving', depending on the context. It implies an ongoing or continuous action of acquiring something.

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

Synonyms: ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΟΜΙΖΩ, ΑΙΡΕΩ

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EKH-oo-sin

Translations: they have, they hold, they possess, they are

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to have,' 'to hold,' or 'to possess.' It can also be used in a broader sense to mean 'to be' or 'to be in a certain state,' often implying possession of a quality or condition. For example, it can describe someone having a disease or a particular characteristic. It is commonly used to indicate ownership or a state of being.

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

Synonyms: ΚΤΩΜΑΙ, ΚΕΚΤΗΜΑΙ, ΕΙΜΙ

G2596

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: KAH-tah

Translations: down, according to, against, throughout, by, during, concerning, along

Notes: ΚΑΤΑ is a versatile preposition in Koine Greek. Its meaning varies significantly depending on the case of the noun it governs. When used with the genitive case, it often indicates movement 'down from,' opposition 'against,' or reference 'concerning' something. When used with the accusative case, it typically means 'down along,' 'according to,' 'throughout,' 'during,' or 'by' means of something. It can express direction, distribution, opposition, or a standard.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΑΝΤΙ, ΔΙΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *kmtá, meaning 'down, with'. It is related to other prepositions and adverbs in various Indo-European languages.

G3551

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: NOH-mon

Translations: law, a law, rule, principle

Notes: The word refers to a law, rule, or principle. In the context of the Bible, it often refers to the Mosaic Law or the Law of God, but it can also refer to a general principle or custom. It is used to denote a standard of conduct or a governing regulation.

Inflection: Singular, Masculine, Accusative

Synonyms: ΚΑΝΩΝ, ΔΙΚΑΙΩΜΑ, ΕΝΤΟΛΗ

Etymology: From a root meaning "to parcel out, distribute." It originally referred to anything assigned or apportioned, and later came to mean a custom, usage, or law.

G3778

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: TOOT

Translations: this, that, this one, that one, of this, of that, to this, to that

Notes: This word is an inflected form of the demonstrative pronoun and adjective 'οὗτος' (houtos), meaning 'this' or 'that'. It is used to point out something specific, either nearby or previously mentioned. As a pronoun, it can stand alone, referring to a person or thing. As an adjective, it modifies a noun, agreeing with it in gender, number, and case. Its meaning can shift slightly depending on the context, often emphasizing proximity or a specific reference.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΟΔΕ, ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ

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).

G2539

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: KAI-per

Translations: although, though, even though, even if, notwithstanding

Notes: This word is a compound particle used to introduce a concessive clause, meaning 'although' or 'even though'. It indicates that something is true despite a contrary condition or circumstance. It often appears with a participle, expressing a concession.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΙ ΚΑΙ, ΚΑΙ

Etymology: ΚΑΙΠΕΡ is a compound word formed from the conjunction ΚΑΙ (kai), meaning 'and' or 'even', and the particle ΠΕΡ (per), which is an intensive particle. Together, they form a strong concessive meaning.

G1831

Part of Speech: Participle, Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: ex-eh-lee-LOO-thoh-tas

Translations: those who have gone out, having gone out, gone out

Notes: This word is a perfect active participle from the verb 'exerchomai', meaning 'to go out' or 'to come out'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or a noun, describing someone or something that has completed the action of going out. In this form, it refers to multiple masculine individuals who have already gone out or come forth.

Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine, Perfect Active Participle

Synonyms: ΑΠΕΛΘΟΝΤΑΣ, ΕΚΒΑΝΤΑΣ

Etymology: The word ΕΞΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ (exerchomai) is a compound word formed from the preposition ΕΚ (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the verb ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go'. Thus, it literally means 'to come out' or 'to go out'.

G0001

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ah-brah-AHM

Translations: Abraham

Notes: This is the name of the patriarch Abraham, a foundational figure in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. The apostrophe-like mark at the end, known as a keraia, indicates that the word is being used as a numeral, specifically the number 1, but in this context, it is more likely a scribal mark or an indication of an elision, though it is almost universally understood as the proper name Abraham.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: From Hebrew אברהם (Avraham), meaning 'father of a multitude' or 'father of many nations'.

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.

G1537, G1803

Part of Speech: Preposition, Numeral

Sounds like: eks

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΑΠΟ, ΕΚ, ΕΞΑ

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

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.

G1183

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: deh-deh-KAH-toh-ken

Translations: has received tithes, has taken tithes, has been tithed

Notes: This verb means to take a tenth from someone or something, or to receive tithes. It is used to describe the act of collecting or receiving a tithe, which is a tenth part of something, typically income or produce, paid as a tax or contribution to a religious organization.

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

Etymology: The word is derived from the Greek word ΔΕΚΑΤΟΣ (dekatos), meaning 'tenth', which itself comes from ΔΕΚΑ (deka), meaning 'ten'.

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: EKH-on-tah

Translations: having, holding, possessing, being, keeping, experiencing, a having, a holding

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'ἔχω' (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. It describes someone or something that is in the act of having, holding, or possessing. It can also be used to describe a state of being or experiencing something. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or an adverb, modifying a noun or verb, and its meaning can vary slightly depending on the context, often indicating a continuous action.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine or Neuter, Present, Active

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΕΧΟΝΤΑ, ΚΕΚΤΗΜΕΝΟΝ, ΦΕΡΟΝΤΑ

Etymology: The verb ἔχω (echō) comes from Proto-Indo-European *seǵʰ-, meaning 'to hold, to have'. It is related to other Greek words like ἕξις (héxis, 'habit, state') and ὀχή (ochḗ, 'support').

G0485

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: an-tee-loh-GEE-as

Translations: of contradiction, of dispute, of opposition, of rebellion

Notes: This word refers to a contradiction, a dispute, or an act of opposition or rebellion. It describes a situation where there is a speaking against or a verbal conflict. It can also imply a state of disobedience or resistance to authority. It is a compound word formed from 'anti' (against) and 'logos' (word, speech).

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΕΡΙΣ, ΜΑΧΗ, ΑΝΤΙΘΕΣΙΣ

Etymology: The word is derived from the Greek preposition ἀντί (anti), meaning 'against' or 'opposite to', and the noun λόγος (logos), meaning 'word', 'speech', or 'reason'. Thus, it literally means 'a speaking against' or 'a word against'.

G1640

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: EL-at-ton

Translations: less, smaller, a lesser thing, a smaller thing

Notes: This word describes something that is less in quantity, size, or importance compared to something else. It is often used in comparative contexts to indicate a deficiency or a lower degree of something.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΜΙΚΡΟΤΕΡΟΝ, ΗΤΤΟΝ

Etymology: This word is the comparative form of the adjective 'ΕΛΑΧΥΣ' (elachys), meaning 'small' or 'little'. It derives from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'small' or 'slight'.

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.

G2127

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: yoo-loh-GEH-tai

Translations: is blessed, is praised, is spoken well of, is invoked with blessing

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to bless,' 'to praise,' or 'to speak well of.' In its passive form, as seen here, it means 'to be blessed,' 'to be praised,' or 'to be spoken well of.' It describes the action of receiving a blessing or commendation, often from a higher authority or in a religious context. It can also refer to being invoked with blessing.

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

Synonyms: ΕΠΑΙΝΕΙΤΑΙ, ΔΟΞΑΖΕΤΑΙ

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.

G0599

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: ah-poth-NAY-skon-tes

Translations: dying, those who are dying, when they die, if they die

Notes: This word is a present active participle of the verb 'apothnēskō', meaning 'to die' or 'to be dying'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that is ongoing or concurrent with the main verb. It can refer to 'those who are dying' or describe the circumstances 'while dying' or 'when they die'. It is a compound word formed from 'apo' (from, away from) and 'thnēskō' (to die).

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

Synonyms: ΤΕΛΕΥΤΑΩ, ΑΠΟΛΛΥΜΙ

G0444

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: AN-throh-poy

Translations: men, people, human beings

Notes: This word refers to human beings in general, encompassing both men and women. It is used to distinguish humans from God or from animals. In a sentence, it would typically function as the subject or object, referring to a group of people.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΒΡΟΤΟΙ, ΒΡΟΤΩΝ

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'.

G2983

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: lam-BAH-noo-sin

Translations: they take, they receive, they get, they seize, they obtain

Notes: This word is the third person plural present active indicative form of the verb 'λαμβάνω' (lambanō), meaning 'to take' or 'to receive'. It describes an action of taking, seizing, or obtaining something, performed by a group of people or things. It can be used in various contexts, such as taking an object, receiving a gift, or seizing control.

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

Synonyms: ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΟΜΙΖΩ, ΑΙΡΕΩ

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

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.

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.

G2036

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: i-PEIN

Translations: to say, to speak, to tell

Notes: This word is an aorist infinitive verb, meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. It is often used to express the action of communicating something verbally, without specifying the time frame of the action itself, but rather the completed act of speaking. It can be used in various constructions, such as with a subject in the accusative case.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΛΕΓΕΙΝ, ΦΑΝΑΙ

Etymology: The root of this word, ΕΙΠΩ, is a suppletive aorist stem used for the verb 'to say'. It is related to the Proto-Indo-European root *wekw-, meaning 'to speak'.

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'.

G2983

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: lam-BAH-non

Translations: taking, receiving, seizing, grasping, obtaining, one who takes, one who receives

Notes: This word is a present active participle, meaning 'taking' or 'receiving'. It describes an ongoing action of taking, seizing, or obtaining something. It can be used to describe someone who is in the act of taking or receiving, or as a descriptive adjective for a person or thing that takes or receives.

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

Synonyms: ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΟΜΙΖΩ, ΑΙΡΕΩ

Etymology: From an assumed root LAB-, meaning 'to take, seize'.

G1183

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: deh-deh-KAH-toh-tai

Translations: has been tithed, has paid tithes, has collected tithes

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to collect tithes' or 'to pay tithes'. It describes an action related to the practice of tithing, where a tenth part of something (usually income or produce) is given as a contribution, often for religious purposes. In this form, it indicates that the action has been completed and the subject has either paid or collected tithes.

Inflection: Perfect, Indicative, Passive, Third Person Singular

Etymology: From ΔΕΚΑΤΗ (dekate), meaning 'a tenth part' or 'tithe', which comes from ΔΕΚΑ (deka), meaning 'ten'.

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).

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'.

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.

G4314

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: PROSS

Translations: to, toward, with, for, against, at, near, by, into, unto

Notes: This word is a common preposition in Koine Greek, indicating direction, relationship, or purpose. Its meaning can vary significantly depending on the case of the noun it governs. For example, with the accusative case, it typically means 'to' or 'toward'; with the genitive, it can mean 'for' or 'in the presence of'; and with the dative, it can mean 'at' or 'near'. The provided form 'ΠΡΣ' is a common abbreviation or a scribal shorthand for 'ΠΡΟΣ' (PROS), which is the full word.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a preposition), but governs different cases (Accusative, Genitive, Dative).

Synonyms: ΕΙΣ, ΕΝ, ΕΠΙ

Etymology: The word 'ΠΡΟΣ' (PROS) comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is related to other prepositions and adverbs indicating proximity or direction.

G3753

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: OH-teh

Translations: when, whenever, at which time

Notes: This word functions as a temporal adverb or conjunction, indicating a point or period in time. It is used to introduce a clause that specifies when an action occurs or occurred, similar to 'when' or 'whenever' in English. It can refer to a specific past event or a general, recurring condition.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΗΝΙΚΑ, ΟΠΟΤΕ

Etymology: From the demonstrative pronoun 'ho' (the) and the particle 'te' (then, at that time). It originally meant 'at that time when'.

G3198

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: mel-khi-SEH-dek

Translations: Melchizedek

Notes: Melchizedek is a proper noun referring to a historical and priestly figure mentioned in the Old Testament (Genesis 14) and referenced in the New Testament (Hebrews 5-7). He is described as the king of Salem and a priest of God Most High, and is often seen as a type or foreshadowing of Jesus Christ.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: The name Melchizedek is of Hebrew origin (מַלְכִּי־צֶדֶק, Malkī-ṣeḏeq), meaning 'my king is righteousness' or 'king of righteousness'. It is a compound of 'melek' (king) and 'tsedeq' (righteousness).

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'.

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.

G5050

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: teh-LEH-oh-sis

Translations: perfection, completion, accomplishment, consummation, a perfection, a completion

Notes: This word refers to the act of bringing something to its full and intended end, or the state of being complete and perfect. It signifies the successful conclusion of a process or the attainment of a goal. It can be used to describe the finishing of a task or the ultimate state of spiritual maturity.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΤΕΛΕΙΑ, ΤΕΛΟΣ, ΠΛΗΡΩΜΑ

Etymology: From the verb τελειόω (teleioō), meaning 'to complete, perfect', which itself comes from τέλειος (teleios), meaning 'perfect, complete'.

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'.

G2406

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: hee-eh-roh-SOO-nays

Translations: of priesthood, of the priesthood, of a priesthood, of priestly office, of the priestly office, of a priestly office

Notes: This word refers to the office, dignity, or function of a priest, or the entire body of priests. It describes the state or condition of being a priest, or the sacred duties associated with that role. It is used to speak about the institution of the priesthood or a specific priestly office.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΙΕΡΑΤΕΙΑ, ΙΕΡΩΣΥΝΗ

Etymology: From the Greek word ἱερός (hieros), meaning 'sacred' or 'holy', combined with the suffix -σύνη (-synē), which forms abstract nouns indicating a state or condition. Thus, it literally means 'the state of being sacred' or 'the state of being a priest'.

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.

G3550

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: neh-no-mo-theh-TEH-tai

Translations: has been legislated, has been enacted, has been given law, has been established by law

Notes: This word is a verb in the perfect passive indicative, meaning 'it has been legislated' or 'it has been enacted'. It describes something that has been established or given by law, indicating a completed action with ongoing results. It is often used in contexts referring to the establishment of laws or ordinances, particularly divine laws.

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

Synonyms: ΘΕΣΠΙΖΩ, ΚΑΘΙΣΤΗΜΙ

Etymology: The word νομοθετέω (nomotheteō) is a compound word derived from νόμος (nomos), meaning 'law', and τίθημι (tithēmi), meaning 'to place' or 'to set'. Thus, it literally means 'to place or set a law'.

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.

G5532

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KHREH-yah

Translations: need, a need, necessity, a necessity, use, a use, service, a service, business, a business, lack, a lack

Notes: This word is a feminine noun that refers to a need, necessity, or a useful purpose. It can also denote a service or a business matter. It is often used to describe something that is required or beneficial, or a situation where something is lacking.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΝΑΓΚΗ, ΔΕΗΣΙΣ, ΕΡΓΟΝ

Etymology: The word ΧΡΕΙΑ derives from the Greek verb χράομαι (chraomai), meaning 'to use, to need'. It is related to the concept of utility and what is necessary or useful.

G2087

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: EH-teh-ros

Translations: other, another, different, a different

Notes: This word refers to something that is 'other' or 'different' in kind, distinct from what has been mentioned or implied. It emphasizes a qualitative difference, suggesting something of a different sort or nature, as opposed to merely 'another one of the same kind'. It is often used to distinguish between two things that are not alike.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΛΛΟΣ, ΔΙΑΦΟΡΟΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *h₁enteros, meaning 'between, among'. It is related to the comparative form of 'one' or 'other', emphasizing a distinction or difference.

G0002

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: AH-a-rohn

Translations: Aaron

Notes: This is the name of Aaron, the elder brother of Moses and the first high priest of Israel. He is a significant figure in the Old Testament, known for his role in the Exodus and the establishment of the Levitical priesthood. As a proper noun, it refers specifically to this individual.

Inflection: Singular, Indeclinable

Etymology: The name Aaron is of Hebrew origin, from the Hebrew name Aharon (אַהֲרֹן). Its precise etymology is debated, but it is often associated with meanings like 'mountain of strength' or 'enlightened'.

G3004

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: leh-GEH-sthai

Translations: to be said, to be spoken, to be called, to be told

Notes: This word is the present passive infinitive form of the verb 'λέγω' (legō), which means 'to say' or 'to speak'. Therefore, 'λέγεσθαι' means 'to be said' or 'to be spoken'. It can also mean 'to be called' or 'to be named' in certain contexts. It is used to express an action that is being done to the subject, rather than by the subject, and functions as a verbal noun.

Inflection: Present, Passive, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΕΙΠΕΙΝ, ΦΑΝΑΙ, ΛΑΛΕΙΝ

G3346

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: meh-ta-tee-THEH-meh-nes

Translations: being transferred, being changed, being removed, of being transferred, of being changed, of being removed

Notes: This word is a present participle, middle/passive voice, indicating an ongoing action of being transferred, changed, or removed. It is a compound word formed from μετά (meta), meaning 'with' or 'after' and τίθημι (tithēmi), meaning 'to place' or 'to put'. In this form, it describes something that is in the process of being moved from one place or state to another, or being altered.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine, Present, Middle/Passive, Participle

Synonyms: ΜΕΤΑΒΑΛΛΟΜΕΝΗΣ, ΜΕΤΑΚΙΝΟΥΜΕΝΗΣ

G0318

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-nang-KAYS

Translations: of necessity, of compulsion, of distress, of trouble, of constraint, of tribulation

Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of the noun 'ΑΝΑΓΚΗ' (anagkē). It refers to a state of necessity, compulsion, or constraint, often implying an unavoidable obligation or a difficult situation. It can also denote distress, trouble, or tribulation. In usage, it would typically follow a preposition or another noun to indicate possession or relationship, such as 'because of necessity' or 'the time of distress'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΒΙΑΣ, ΑΝΑΓΚΑΙΟΥ

Etymology: The word 'ΑΝΑΓΚΗ' (anagkē) is derived from the Greek prefix 'ανα-' (ana-), meaning 'up' or 'back', and a root related to 'αγκη' (ankē), meaning 'bend' or 'constraint'. It conveys the idea of being bent back or constrained by circumstances, leading to the meaning of necessity or compulsion.

G3331

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: meh-tah-THEH-sees

Translations: change, removal, transfer, translation, a change, a removal, a transfer, a translation

Notes: This word refers to a change of position, place, or condition. It can mean a removal or transfer from one state to another, or a complete change. It can also refer to the act of translating or transferring something. For example, one might speak of a 'change of priesthood' or a 'transfer of allegiance'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΛΛΑΓΗ, ΜΕΤΑΒΟΛΗ, ΜΕΤΑΚΙΝΗΣΙΣ

Etymology: From the Greek verb μετατίθημι (metatithēmi), meaning 'to transfer, change, or remove', which is itself formed from μετά (meta, 'with, after, among, indicating change') and τίθημι (tithēmi, 'to put, place').

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: GHI-neh-tai

Translations: becomes, happens, is, is born, comes into being, takes place, arises

Notes: This verb is very common and versatile, meaning 'to become,' 'to happen,' 'to be born,' or 'to come into being.' It describes a state of transition or occurrence, indicating that something is coming into existence or changing its state. It can be used in various contexts to describe events, transformations, or the origin of something.

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

Synonyms: ΕΙΜΙ, ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΤΙΚΤΩ

G1909

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)

G3004

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: LEH-geh-tai

Translations: it is said, it is spoken, it is told, he is said, she is said, it is called

Notes: This word is the third person singular, present indicative, passive form of the verb 'λέγω' (legō), meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. Therefore, 'λέγεται' translates to 'it is said' or 'it is spoken'. It indicates that something is being stated or reported by an unspecified agent, or that someone/something is being referred to or called by a certain name.

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

Synonyms: ΦΗΜΙ, ΛΑΛΕΩ, ΕΡΩ

G3348

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: meh-tes-KAY-ken

Translations: has partaken, has shared, has participated, has had a share

Notes: This word describes the action of having taken part in something, having shared in an experience, or having received a portion of something. It implies a past action with ongoing results or relevance to the present. It is often followed by a genitive case to indicate what is being shared or participated in.

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Perfect Active Indicative

Synonyms: ΚΟΙΝΩΝΕΩ, ΜΕΤΕΧΩ

Etymology: The word μετέχω (metechō) is a compound word formed from μετά (meta), meaning 'with' or 'among', and ἔχω (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. Thus, it literally means 'to have with' or 'to have among', leading to the sense of sharing or participating.

G0575

G3588, G3739, G3778, G5101

Part of Speech: Prefix, Preposition

Sounds like: AF

Translations: from, away from, by, with, of, for, because of, after, since

Notes: This is a prefix or a preposition meaning 'from' or 'away from'. It indicates separation, origin, or cause. It is often used with the genitive case to show the source or origin of something, or the agent by whom something is done. It can also indicate a point in time 'from' which something occurs. When used as a prefix, it often intensifies the meaning of the verb or noun it is attached to, or indicates separation.

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

Synonyms: ΕΚ, ΑΠΟ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *apo- (away, from).

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

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'.

G4337

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pros-ES-khee-ken

Translations: he has paid attention, he has given heed, he has applied himself, he has devoted himself, he has attended, he has taken heed

Notes: This is the third person singular, perfect active indicative form of the verb προσέχω (prosechō). It means to pay attention, to give heed, to apply oneself, or to devote oneself to something. The perfect tense indicates a completed action with ongoing results, so it describes a state of having paid attention or having given heed.

Inflection: 3rd Person Singular, Perfect Active Indicative

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΕΧΩ, ΠΡΟΣΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΕΠΕΧΩ

Etymology: The word προσέχω (prosechō) is a compound verb formed from the preposition πρός (pros), meaning 'to' or 'towards', and the verb ἔχω (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. Thus, it literally means 'to hold towards' or 'to direct towards', which evolved into the sense of paying attention or giving heed.

G4267

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: pro-DEE-lon

Translations: evident, clear, manifest, obvious, plain, a clear thing, an obvious thing

Notes: This word describes something that is clearly visible, apparent, or easily understood. It is a compound word formed from the prefix 'πρό' (pro), meaning 'before' or 'forth', and 'δῆλος' (delos), meaning 'clear' or 'visible'. It is often used to indicate that something is openly displayed or made known, leaving no doubt as to its nature or truth. In the provided examples, it functions to describe something that became evident or was made manifest to observers.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΦΑΝΕΡΟΣ, ΕΜΦΑΝΗΣ, ΔΗΛΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΠΡΟΔΗΛΟΣ is a compound of the preposition πρό (pro), meaning 'before' or 'forth', and the adjective δῆλος (delos), meaning 'clear' or 'visible'. It signifies something that is 'clear before' or 'made manifest'.

G0393

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-nah-TEH-tal-ken

Translations: has risen, has dawned, has sprung up, has appeared

Notes: This word describes something that has risen, dawned, or sprung up, often referring to the sun, a star, or a plant. It can also be used metaphorically to describe the appearance or emergence of a person or a new era. It implies a completed action with ongoing results.

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Perfect Active Indicative

Synonyms: ΑΝΑΒΑΙΝΩ, ΑΝΑΦΑΙΝΩ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἀνά (aná, 'up, again') + τέλλω (téllō, 'to rise, to accomplish'). It describes the action of rising or coming forth.

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.

G5443

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: foo-LEN

Translations: tribe, a tribe, nation, a nation, race, a race, people, a people

Notes: This word is a scribal abbreviation for ΦΥΛΗΝ (phylēn), the accusative singular form of ΦΥΛΗ (phylē). It refers to a tribe, nation, or race, often denoting a division of people, such as the twelve tribes of Israel. It can also refer to a people group or a lineage. When used with a preposition like 'eis' (into), it indicates movement towards or into a particular tribe or nation.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΕΘΝΟΣ, ΓΕΝΟΣ

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'.

G3762

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: oo-DEN

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

Notes: This word means "nothing" or "no one." It is used to express a complete absence or negation of something. It can function as a pronoun, meaning "nothing" or "no one," or as an adjective, meaning "no" or "not even one" when modifying a noun. It is a compound word formed from the negative particle ΟΥ (ou, "not") and ΔΕΝ (den, an emphatic particle).

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΜΗΔΕΝ, ΟΥΔΕΙΣ

Etymology: The word ΟΥΔΕΝ is a compound of the negative particle ΟΥ (ou), meaning "not," and ΔΕΝ (den), an emphatic particle. It emphasizes a complete negation.

G2980

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-LAL-eh-seh

Translations: he spoke, she spoke, it spoke, he said, she said, it said

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to speak' or 'to say'. It is used to describe the action of someone uttering words or communicating verbally. It can refer to speaking in general, or to saying something specific. In the provided examples, it describes someone speaking or saying something in a past context.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΕΙΠΟΝ, ΛΕΓΩ, ΦΗΜΙ

Etymology: The word ΛΑΛΕΩ (LALEŌ) is of uncertain origin, possibly onomatopoeic, imitating the sound of babbling or chattering. It is found in various forms in ancient Greek literature.

G4053

Part of Speech: Adjective, Adverb

Sounds like: peh-ris-SO-teh-ron

Translations: more, more abundant, more exceedingly, more than enough, more than

Notes: This word functions as a comparative adjective or adverb, meaning 'more' or 'more abundant'. As an adjective, it describes something as being in greater quantity or degree. As an adverb, it modifies a verb or another adjective, indicating a higher degree of an action or quality. It is often used to emphasize an increase or surplus beyond what is expected or necessary.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative (Adjective); Does not inflect (Adverb)

Synonyms: ΠΛΕΙΩΝ, ΜΑΛΛΟΝ, ΥΠΕΡΕΚΠΕΡΙΣΣΟΥ

Etymology: The word derives from the Greek adjective περίσσος (perissos), meaning 'exceeding, abundant, superfluous'. It is formed with the comparative suffix -τερος (-teros).

G2624

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: kah-tah-DEH-lon

Translations: very clear, evident, obvious, manifest, a very clear thing

Notes: This word is a compound adjective formed from the preposition 'κατά' (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against' but here used as an intensifier, and 'δῆλος' (dēlos), meaning 'clear' or 'evident'. Therefore, 'καταδῆλον' means 'very clear' or 'completely evident'. It is used to emphasize that something is undeniably obvious or manifest. For example, it might be used in a sentence like 'It became very clear that he was guilty'.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΕΜΦΑΝΗΣ, ΦΑΝΕΡΟΣ, ΕΝΑΡΓΗΣ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the preposition ΚΑΤΑ (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against' and used here as an intensifier, and the adjective ΔΗΛΟΣ (delos), meaning 'clear' or 'evident'. ΔΗΛΟΣ itself comes from an uncertain origin, possibly related to words meaning 'to show' or 'to appear'.

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.

G3667

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ho-moy-OH-tay-tah

Translations: likeness, a likeness, resemblance, a resemblance, similarity, a similarity

Notes: This noun refers to the state or quality of being like something or someone else. It denotes a resemblance, similarity, or likeness, whether in form, nature, or character. It can be used to describe how one thing corresponds to another.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΟΜΟΙΩΣΙΣ, ΕΙΚΩΝ, ΟΜΟΙΩΜΑ

Etymology: From the adjective ὅμοιος (homoios, 'like, similar'), which comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *somH- ('same, one'). The suffix -της (-tēs) is used to form abstract nouns.

G0450

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-NEE-stah-tai

Translations: he rises, she rises, it rises, he stands up, she stands up, it stands up, he is raised, she is raised, it is raised, he is restored, she is restored, it is restored

Notes: This word is the third person singular present indicative middle/passive of the verb ἀνίστημι (anistēmi). It describes an action where someone or something rises, stands up, or is raised/restored. It can be used in contexts of physical rising, such as getting up from a seat or bed, or in a more figurative sense, like rising from the dead or being restored to a previous state. The middle voice emphasizes the subject performing the action on themselves (e.g., 'he rises'), while the passive voice indicates the subject is receiving the action (e.g., 'he is raised').

Inflection: Present, Indicative, Third Person, Singular, Middle or Passive Voice

Synonyms: ΕΓΕΙΡΩ, ΟΡΘΟΩ

Etymology: From ἀνά (ana), meaning 'up' or 'again', and ἵστημι (histēmi), meaning 'to stand' or 'to cause to stand'. The combination signifies 'to make stand up' or 'to rise up'.

G2087

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: EH-teh-ross

Translations: other, another, different, a different

Notes: This word means 'other' or 'another', specifically implying a qualitative difference or a different kind, as opposed to 'allos' which means 'another of the same kind'. It is used to distinguish one thing from another that is distinct in nature or type. For example, 'a different man' or 'another kind of thing'.

Inflection: Masculine, Nominative, Singular. This word inflects for gender, number, and case.

Synonyms: ΑΛΛΟΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'other' or 'different'. It is related to Latin 'alter' and English 'other'.

G1785

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: en-to-LEES

Translations: (of) commandment, (of) command, (of) instruction, (of) order

Notes: This word refers to a commandment, command, or instruction, often with a sense of divine or authoritative direction. It is commonly used in the New Testament to refer to God's laws or Christ's teachings. As a genitive form, it indicates possession or origin, meaning 'of a commandment' or 'belonging to a command'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΝΟΜΟΣ, ΔΙΑΤΑΓΗ, ΠΡΟΣΤΑΓΜΑ

Etymology: The word ΕΝΤΟΛΗ (entolē) is derived from the Greek verb ἐντέλλω (entellō), meaning 'to command' or 'to order'. It combines the prefix ἐν (en, 'in') with τέλλω (tellō, 'to accomplish, to perform').

G4561

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: sar-KEE-nays

Translations: fleshly, carnal, made of flesh, of flesh

Notes: This adjective describes something that is made of flesh, or pertains to the flesh. It can refer to something literally composed of flesh, or it can be used metaphorically to describe something that is earthly, human, or governed by natural human desires rather than spiritual ones, often carrying a negative connotation of being 'carnal'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΑΡΚΙΚΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΣΑΡΚΙΝΗΣ is derived from the noun ΣΑΡΞ (sarx), meaning 'flesh'. The suffix -ινος (-inos) is used to form adjectives indicating material or origin.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: geh-GOH-nen

Translations: has become, has happened, has come to pass, was, came into being

Notes: ΓΕΓΟΝΕΝ is the third person singular perfect active indicative form of the verb ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ (ginomai). It describes an action that has been completed in the past but has ongoing results or a continuing state in the present. It can mean 'has become,' 'has happened,' or 'has come into being,' often implying a state of existence or a new reality that has resulted from a past event.

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

Synonyms: ΕΙΜΙ, ΥΠΑΡΧΩ

Etymology: The verb ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ (ginomai) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *ǵenh₁-, meaning 'to beget, to produce, to be born.' It is related to words signifying birth, origin, and coming into existence.

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.

G0181

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-kah-tah-LY-too

Translations: indestructible, indissoluble, endless, imperishable, of an indestructible

Notes: This word describes something that cannot be destroyed, dissolved, or brought to an end. It signifies an enduring and perpetual quality, often used to describe life or power that is eternal and unceasing. It is a compound word formed from 'α' (alpha privative, meaning 'not'), 'κατα' (down, completely), and 'λυτος' (able to be loosed or dissolved).

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΑΦΘΑΡΤΟΣ, ΑΙΩΝΙΟΣ, ΑΤΕΛΕΥΤΗΤΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΑΚΑΤΑΛΥΤΟΣ is derived from the negative prefix 'α-' (not) combined with the verb 'καταλύω' (to dissolve, destroy, or bring to an end). It literally means 'not able to be dissolved or destroyed'.

G5010

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: TA-xee

Translations: order, a rank, a sequence, a position, a class, a division, a proper arrangement, a fixed succession

Notes: This word refers to an orderly arrangement, a fixed succession, or a proper position. It can describe a military rank or division, a class of people, or the general state of good order and discipline. It is used to denote things being in their correct place or following a specific sequence.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΕΥΤΑΞΙΑ, ΚΟΣΜΟΣ, ΔΙΑΤΑΓΗ

Etymology: From the root of TASSŌ (τάσσω), meaning 'to arrange, to appoint'.

G0003

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-the-TEE-sis

Translations: rejection, a rejection, annulment, a annulment, setting aside, a setting aside, repudiation, a repudiation

Notes: This noun refers to the act of setting aside, rejecting, or annulling something. It implies a disregard for an agreement, law, or covenant, rendering it void or invalid. It is used to describe the act of making something of no effect.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΘΕΤΕΩ, ΑΘΕΤΗΜΑ

Etymology: Derived from the verb ATHETEO (G0114), meaning 'to set aside, reject, or make void'. It combines 'a-' (privative, meaning 'not') with a root related to 'thesis' (placing, setting), implying a 'not placing' or 'setting aside'.

G4254

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: proh-ah-GOO-sees

Translations: leading, going before, going on, preceding, advancing, progressing, (of) leading, (of) going before, (of) going on, (of) preceding, (of) advancing, (of) progressing

Notes: This word is a compound verb meaning 'to lead forth,' 'to go before,' or 'to go on.' It describes an action of moving forward or preceding something or someone. It can be used to indicate a physical movement or a progression in time or a process. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing the subject's action or the circumstances of an action.

Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Singular, Feminine, Genitive

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΠΡΟΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ, ΠΡΟΒΑΙΝΩ

G0772

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: as-theh-NES

Translations: weak, feeble, sick, infirm, powerless, a weak one, a sick one

Notes: This word describes something or someone as weak, feeble, or lacking strength, whether physically, morally, or spiritually. It can refer to a state of sickness or infirmity, or a general lack of power or ability. It is often used to describe those who are physically ill or those who are spiritually immature or lacking in faith.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative or Vocative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΑΔΥΝΑΤΟΣ, ΑΣΘΕΝΕΙΑ

Etymology: From the negative prefix 'A' (alpha privative, meaning 'not') and 'STHENOS' (meaning 'strength'). Thus, it literally means 'without strength' or 'powerless'.

G0462

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-no-FE-les

Translations: unprofitable, useless, worthless, an unprofitable thing, a useless thing, a worthless thing

Notes: This adjective describes something that is without profit, advantage, or benefit. It refers to anything that is of no use or value, or that fails to achieve a desired outcome. It can be used to describe actions, things, or even people who are unproductive or ineffective.

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

Synonyms: ΑΧΡΗΣΤΟΣ, ΑΚΑΡΠΟΣ, ΜΑΤΑΙΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΑΝΩΦΕΛΗΣ (anōphelēs) is a compound word formed from the negative prefix ἀν- (an-), meaning 'not' or 'without', and ὠφελής (ōphelēs), meaning 'useful' or 'profitable'. Thus, it literally means 'not useful' or 'without profit'.

G5055

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-teh-LEH-ee-oh-sen

Translations: he finished, he completed, he perfected, she finished, she completed, she perfected, it finished, it completed, it perfected

Notes: This word describes the action of bringing something to an end, completing a task, or perfecting a process. It implies reaching a goal or a state of completion, often with the nuance of bringing something to its intended purpose or full potential. It is used to indicate that an action or process has been brought to a definitive conclusion.

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

Synonyms: ΠΛΗΡΟΩ, ΣΥΝΤΕΛΕΩ

G3551

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: NOH-mos

Translations: law, a law, principle, custom

Notes: This word refers to a law, a principle, or a custom. It can denote a specific legal code, such as the Mosaic Law, or a general principle or rule. It is often used in a religious or ethical context, referring to divine commandments or established norms of conduct.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΕΝΤΟΛΗ, ΔΙΚΑΙΩΜΑ, ΚΑΝΩΝ

Etymology: The word ΝΟΜΟΣ (nomos) comes from the Greek verb νέμω (nemō), meaning 'to distribute, to assign, to apportion'. It originally referred to that which is distributed or assigned, and thus came to mean an established custom or law.

G1896

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ep-ee-sah-go-GAY

Translations: superinduction, a superinducing, an introduction, a bringing in besides

Notes: This word is a compound noun, formed from 'epi' (upon, in addition), 'eis' (into), and 'ago' (to lead, bring). It refers to the act of bringing in something in addition to what is already present, or introducing something new on top of an existing structure. It implies a supplementary or subsequent introduction.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΕΙΣΑΓΩΓΗ, ΠΡΟΣΑΓΩΓΗ

Etymology: This word is derived from the prefix 'epi' (upon, in addition), the preposition 'eis' (into), and the verb 'ago' (to lead, bring). It describes the action of bringing something in on top of or in addition to something else.

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.

G3745

Part of Speech: Adjective, Adverb

Sounds like: OH-son

Translations: as much as, as many as, as great as, how much, how many, how great, as far as, as long as, as soon as, as

Notes: This word is a relative adjective or pronominal adjective, meaning 'as much as' or 'as many as'. It is often used to indicate quantity, extent, or degree. When used as an adverb, it can mean 'as far as', 'as long as', or 'as soon as'. It can introduce a clause that specifies a measure or comparison. For example, 'as much as you want' or 'as many people as there are'.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΟΠΟΣΟΣ, ΗΛΙΚΟΣ

Etymology: From the demonstrative pronoun *ho* (the) and the suffix -sos, indicating quantity or measure. It is related to ὅς (hos, 'who, which') and τοσοῦτος (tosoutos, 'so great, so much').

G3727

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: or-ko-mo-SEE-as

Translations: of an oath, of swearing, of a sworn agreement, oath, a sworn agreement

Notes: This word refers to the act of swearing an oath or a sworn agreement. It is used to describe a solemn promise or declaration made under an appeal to a deity or sacred object, often implying a commitment to truth or a course of action. In the provided context, it signifies something done 'with an oath' or 'without an oath'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΟΡΚΟΣ, ΟΜΟΛΟΓΙΑ

Etymology: The word ΟΡΚΩΜΟΣΙΑ (horkōmosia) is a compound noun derived from ὅρκος (horkos), meaning 'oath', and ὄμνυμι (omnymi), meaning 'to swear'. It literally means 'the act of swearing an oath'.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: geh-go-NO-tes

Translations: having become, having come into being, having happened, having been born, having been made

Notes: This word is a perfect active participle derived from the verb 'γίνομαι' (ginomai), meaning 'to become,' 'to come into being,' or 'to happen.' As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has been completed in the past and has ongoing relevance. It can be translated in various ways depending on the context, often indicating a state of having become or having happened.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Masculine, Perfect Active Participle

Synonyms: ΓΕΝΟΜΕΝΟΙ, ΕΓΕΝΟΝΤΟ

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'.

G3326

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: MET

Translations: with, after, among, by, in, through, of, to

Notes: ΜΕΤʼ is an elided form of the Koine Greek preposition μετά (meta). The apostrophe indicates that the final vowel of μετά has been dropped before a word beginning with a vowel or a smooth breathing. Its meaning varies depending on the case of the noun it governs. When used with the genitive case, it typically means 'with' or 'among', indicating association or accompaniment. When used with the accusative case, it means 'after' or 'behind', indicating sequence in time or space. It can also convey ideas of means, instrument, or cause in certain contexts.

Inflection: Elided form of μετά (meta). Governs the Genitive or Accusative case.

Synonyms: ΣΥΝ, ΕΠΙ, ΠΑΡΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is related to words meaning 'middle' or 'between'.

G3004

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: leh-GON-tos

Translations: of saying, of speaking, of telling, of calling, of meaning

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'ΛΕΓΩ', meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. As a genitive participle, it often functions adverbially, indicating the time or circumstance of an action, such as 'while saying' or 'when he was speaking'. It can also function adjectivally, modifying a noun in the genitive case, meaning 'of the one saying'.

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

Synonyms: ΕΡΩ, ΦΗΜΙ, ΛΑΛΕΩ

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.

G3660

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: OH-moh-sen

Translations: he swore, she swore, it swore, he took an oath, she took an oath, it took an oath

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to swear' or 'to take an oath'. It describes the act of making a solemn promise, often invoking a divine witness or a sacred object. It is typically used in contexts where someone is making a binding declaration or commitment.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΟΡΚΙΖΩ, ΕΠΙΟΡΚΕΩ

Etymology: The root verb ΟΜΝΥΜΙ (OMNYMI) is of uncertain origin, possibly related to a root meaning 'to bind' or 'to confirm'.

G3338

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: meh-tah-meh-lay-THEE-seh-tai

Translations: will regret, will repent, will change one's mind, will be sorry

Notes: This word means to regret, to repent, or to change one's mind. It implies a feeling of sorrow or remorse for past actions or decisions, leading to a change of heart or purpose. It is often used in a context where someone has made a promise or a decision and then feels regret about it, potentially leading to a reversal of that decision.

Inflection: Future, Passive, Indicative, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΜΕΤΑΝΟΕΩ, ΜΕΤΑΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ

G5118

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: toh-SOO-toh

Translations: so great, so much, so large, so far, to such an extent, a thing so great

Notes: This word is an adjective that indicates a quantity, degree, or extent. It means 'so great' or 'so much' and is used to emphasize the magnitude of something. It can also be used adverbially to mean 'to such an extent' or 'so far'. For example, it might describe how much something has grown or how far a situation has progressed.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΤΟΣΟΣ, ΤΗΛΙΚΟΥΤΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΤΟΣΟΥΤΟΣ is derived from the demonstrative pronoun ΤΟΣΟΣ (meaning 'so much, so great') combined with the suffix -ΟΥΤΟΣ, which intensifies the demonstrative meaning.

G5118

Part of Speech: Adjective, Pronoun

Sounds like: toh-SOO-ton

Translations: so great, so much, so many, so large, so far, such, a such

Notes: This word is a demonstrative adjective or pronoun meaning 'so great,' 'so much,' or 'so many.' It is used to indicate a quantity, size, or extent that is as great as something previously mentioned or implied. It can function as an adjective modifying a noun or as a pronoun standing in for a noun. For example, it might be used to say 'so great a crowd' or 'so much money.'

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΤΟΣΟΣ, ΤΗΛΙΚΟΥΤΟΣ

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

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: geh-GOH-neh

Translations: has become, has happened, was, came to pass, occurred

Notes: ΓΕΓΟΝΕ is a form of the verb γίνομαι, meaning 'to become,' 'to happen,' 'to come into being,' or 'to be.' This specific form indicates an action that has been completed in the past but has ongoing results or relevance in the present. It is often translated as 'has become' or 'has happened.'

Inflection: Perfect Active Indicative, 3rd Person Singular

Synonyms: ΕΙΜΙ, ΥΠΑΡΧΩ, ΠΟΙΕΩ

Etymology: The word γίνομαι comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to come into being' or 'to be born.' It is related to words in other Indo-European languages that convey notions of coming into existence or becoming.

G1450

Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective

Sounds like: eng-GY-os

Translations: surety, a surety, guarantor, a guarantor, pledge, a pledge

Notes: This word refers to a person who gives security or a pledge for another, acting as a guarantor. It can also refer to the security or pledge itself. In a legal or financial context, it denotes someone who takes responsibility for another's debt or obligation.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΕΝΕΧΥΡΟΝ, ΟΜΗΡΟΣ

Etymology: From a compound of 'en' (in) and 'gyon' (a hand or pledge), referring to something given into the hand as security. It signifies a person or thing that provides security or a guarantee.

G2967

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: koh-LYOO-es-thai

Translations: to hinder, to prevent, to forbid, to restrain, to be hindered, to be prevented, to be forbidden, to be restrained

Notes: This word means to hinder, prevent, or forbid something from happening. In its passive form, as seen here, it means to be hindered, prevented, or forbidden. It describes an action or state where an obstacle or prohibition is put in place, either by an active agent or as a result of circumstances. For example, one might be hindered from entering a place, or an action might be forbidden.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΕΜΠΟΔΙΖΩ, ΚΑΤΕΧΩ, ΑΠΟΚΩΛΥΩ

Etymology: From Koine Greek κωλύω (kōlýō), meaning 'to hinder, prevent'. Its origin is uncertain, but it is thought to be related to words meaning 'to cut short' or 'to cripple'.

G0531

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-pah-RAH-bah-ton

Translations: unalterable, unchangeable, inviolable, permanent, an unalterable thing

Notes: This word describes something that cannot be violated, passed over, or changed. It signifies something that is permanent, unchangeable, or inviolable, often referring to a state or condition that endures without alteration. It emphasizes the stability and immutability of the subject it modifies.

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

Synonyms: ΑΚΙΝΗΤΟΣ, ΑΜΕΤΑΘΕΤΟΣ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the negative prefix 'α-' (a-, meaning 'not') and 'παραβατός' (parabatos), which means 'that can be transgressed' or 'passed over'. Thus, it literally means 'not able to be transgressed' or 'not able to be passed over'.

G3606

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: O-THEN

Translations: from where, whence, wherefore, therefore, for which reason

Notes: This word is an adverb that can indicate either origin or consequence. It is used to ask or state 'from where' something comes or originates. It can also be used to mean 'therefore' or 'for which reason', indicating a logical conclusion or cause.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΟ, ΔΙΑ ΤΟΥΤΟ, ΟΠΟΥ

Etymology: From the demonstrative stem *ho- (meaning 'this' or 'that') combined with the suffix -θεν, which indicates origin or source. It is related to other adverbs of place and origin in Greek.

G4982

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: SOH-dzein

Translations: to save, to deliver, to preserve, to make whole, to heal

Notes: This word means to save, deliver, preserve, or make whole. It can refer to physical deliverance from danger, preservation of life, or healing from illness. In a spiritual context, it often refers to salvation from sin and its consequences, leading to eternal life.

Inflection: Infinitive, Present, Active

Synonyms: ΡΥΟΜΑΙ, ΔΙΑΣΩΖΩ, ΣΩΤΗΡΙΑ

Etymology: The word ΣΩΖΩ (sōzō) comes from the ancient Greek root *σῶς (sōs), meaning 'safe' or 'sound'. It is related to the concept of wholeness and well-being.

G3838

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: pan-TEH-les

Translations: complete, perfect, utter, entire, altogether, fully, a complete one, a perfect one

Notes: This word means complete or perfect. It is often used in a neuter form, as in the provided example, to function adverbially, meaning 'utterly,' 'entirely,' or 'altogether.' It is a compound word formed from 'πᾶς' (all) and 'τέλος' (end, completion).

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΟΛΟΚΛΗΡΟΣ, ΤΕΛΕΙΟΣ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the Greek words πᾶς (pas), meaning 'all' or 'every,' and τέλος (telos), meaning 'end,' 'completion,' or 'purpose.' Thus, it signifies 'all-ending' or 'all-completing.'

G4334

Part of Speech: Participle, Noun, Adjective

Sounds like: pros-ER-kho-me-noos

Translations: those coming to, those approaching, those drawing near, those who come to, those who approach, those who draw near

Notes: This word is a present middle/passive participle, meaning 'those who are coming to' or 'those who are approaching'. It describes individuals who are in the process of drawing near or presenting themselves to someone or something. It often implies a movement towards a person, a place, or an idea, and can be used to refer to people who are coming to God, to a leader, or to a specific location.

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

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΕΝΟΥΣ, ΠΡΟΣΙΟΝΤΑΣ, ΠΡΟΣΕΓΓΙΖΟΝΤΑΣ

G2198

Part of Speech: Verb, Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: ZOHN

Translations: living, alive, a living one, the living one

Notes: This word is the present active participle of the verb 'ζάω' (zaō), meaning 'to live'. It describes someone or something that is currently living or alive. It can function as an adjective, modifying a noun (e.g., 'the living God'), or as a noun itself, referring to 'a living one' or 'the living one'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine, Present Active Participle

Synonyms: ΕΜΨΥΧΟΣ, ΕΝΕΡΓΗΣ

Etymology: The word 'ζάω' (zaō) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to live'. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages that also refer to life or living.

G1793

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: en-toong-KHA-neen

Translations: to intercede, to appeal, to meet with, to entreat, to make petition, to plead

Notes: This verb means to meet with someone, often with the purpose of making an appeal or petition on behalf of oneself or another. It implies a direct encounter, usually to intercede or plead a case. It is a compound word formed from 'εν' (in, into) and 'τυγχάνω' (to happen, to meet, to obtain).

Inflection: Infinitive, Present, Active

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΑΚΑΛΩ, ΔΕΟΜΑΙ, ΑΙΤΕΩ

Etymology: The word is derived from the preposition 'εν' (in, into) and the verb 'τυγχάνω' (to happen, to meet, to obtain). It originally meant 'to fall in with' or 'to meet with by chance', evolving to 'to meet with for a purpose' and then 'to intercede'.

G5228

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: hoo-PER

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΠΙ, ΠΕΡΙ, ΑΝΤΙ

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

G5108

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: toy-OO-tos

Translations: such, such a, such a kind, such a one

Notes: This word is a demonstrative adjective meaning 'such' or 'of such a kind'. It is used to refer to something or someone previously mentioned or implied, indicating their nature or quality. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun, or substantively, standing in for a noun (e.g., 'such a one').

Inflection: Masculine, Feminine, or Neuter; Singular or Plural; Nominative, Genitive, Dative, or Accusative. It inflects to agree with the noun it modifies in gender, number, and case.

Synonyms: ΟΙΟΣ, ΤΟΣΟΥΤΟΣ

Etymology: From the demonstrative pronoun οὗτος (houtos, "this") and the correlative pronoun οἷος (hoios, "such as"). It literally means "this kind of".

G0749

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ar-khee-e-REH-oos

Translations: high priest, a high priest, chief priest, a chief priest

Notes: This word refers to the chief religious official in ancient Israel, responsible for leading the temple worship and performing the most sacred rituals, especially on the Day of Atonement. It is a compound word formed from 'ΑΡΧΗ' (arche), meaning 'chief' or 'first', and 'ΙΕΡΕΥΣ' (hiereus), meaning 'priest'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΡΧΩΝ, ΠΡΩΤΟΣ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the Greek words 'ΑΡΧΗ' (arche), meaning 'chief' or 'first', and 'ΙΕΡΕΥΣ' (hiereus), meaning 'priest'. It describes the principal or leading priest.

G3741

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: OH-see-os

Translations: holy, righteous, pious, devout, a holy one, a righteous one

Notes: This word describes someone or something that is holy, righteous, or pious, especially in the sense of being consecrated to God or fulfilling one's duties towards God. It implies a sense of moral purity and devotion. It can be used to describe individuals who are devout or actions that are righteous.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΓΙΟΣ, ΔΙΚΑΙΟΣ, ΕΥΣΕΒΗΣ

Etymology: The etymology of 'hosios' is uncertain, but it is thought to be related to the concept of what is sanctioned by divine law or custom, distinguishing it from 'dikaios' (just, righteous by human law) and 'hagios' (sacred, set apart).

G0095

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-KAH-koss

Translations: innocent, guileless, simple, harmless, unmixed with evil

Notes: This adjective describes someone who is free from evil, malice, or guile. It implies a state of innocence, simplicity, or purity of heart. It can be used to describe a person who is unsuspecting or without harmful intent. It is a compound word, formed from the negative prefix 'alpha' (meaning 'not' or 'without') and 'kakos' (meaning 'evil' or 'bad').

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine or Feminine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΑΠΛΟΥΣ, ΑΜΕΜΠΤΟΣ, ΑΚΕΡΑΙΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΑΚΑΚΟΣ is derived from the privative alpha prefix (α-) meaning 'not' or 'without', combined with the word ΚΑΚΟΣ (kakos), meaning 'evil' or 'bad'. Thus, it literally means 'without evil'.

G0283

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-MEE-an-tos

Translations: undefiled, unsoiled, pure, spotless, uncorrupted

Notes: This adjective describes something that is undefiled, unsoiled, or pure, often in a moral or ceremonial sense. It signifies freedom from contamination, impurity, or corruption. It can be used to describe a person, an object, or a state of being that remains untainted.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΜΟΛΥΝΤΟΣ, ΚΑΘΑΡΟΣ, ΑΜΩΜΟΣ

Etymology: From the negative prefix 'α-' (alpha privative) and 'μιαίνω' (miainō), meaning 'to stain' or 'to defile'. Thus, it literally means 'not defiled' or 'unstained'.

G5563

Part of Speech: Participle, Adjective

Sounds like: keh-khoh-REES-meh-nos

Translations: separated, set apart, divided, a separated one, one who is separated

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle, meaning 'having been separated' or 'one who has been separated'. It describes a state of being separated or set apart from something or someone. It can function as an adjective, describing a noun, or as a substantive, referring to 'the one who is separated'. It implies a completed action with ongoing results.

Inflection: Perfect Passive Participle, Masculine, Singular, Nominative

Synonyms: ΔΙΑΚΕΧΩΡΙΣΜΕΝΟΣ, ΑΦΩΡΙΣΜΕΝΟΣ

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

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.

G0318

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-nahg-KAYN

Translations: necessity, a necessity, compulsion, a compulsion, distress, a distress, need, a need

Notes: This word refers to a state of necessity, compulsion, or distress. It can describe an unavoidable obligation, a pressing need, or a difficult situation that forces a certain course of action. It is often used to denote a situation where one is under duress or has no other option.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΧΡΕΙΑ, ΒΙΑ, ΑΝΑΓΚΑΙΟΝ

Etymology: The word ΑΝΑΓΚΗ (anankē) is of uncertain origin, but it is thought to be related to the verb ἀνάγω (anagō), meaning 'to lead up' or 'to bring back', possibly implying something that brings one back to a necessary state or condition.

G5618

Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction

Sounds like: OH-sper

Translations: just as, as, even as, like, in the same way as

Notes: This word functions as a comparative adverb or conjunction, meaning 'just as' or 'even as'. It is used to introduce a clause that draws a comparison or analogy, indicating that something is happening or is true in the same manner or degree as something else. It emphasizes the similarity between two things or actions.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΚΑΘΩΣ, ΩΣ, ΚΑΘΑΠΕΡ

Etymology: From the adverb ὡς (hōs, "as") and the particle περ (per, "indeed, very"), emphasizing the comparison.

G0749

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ar-khi-eh-REIS

Translations: high priests, chief priests

Notes: This word refers to the high priests or chief priests, who were leading figures in the Jewish religious hierarchy, especially during the Second Temple period. It is a compound word formed from 'ΑΡΧΩΝ' (ruler, chief) and 'ΙΕΡΕΥΣ' (priest), literally meaning 'chief priest'. These individuals held significant religious and political authority.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΙΕΡΕΙΣ

Etymology: The word 'ΑΡΧΙΕΡΕΥΣ' is a compound of 'ΑΡΧΩΝ' (archon), meaning 'ruler' or 'chief', and 'ΙΕΡΕΥΣ' (hiereus), meaning 'priest'. It describes the head or chief among the priests.

G4387

Part of Speech: Adverb, Adjective

Sounds like: PRO-teh-ron

Translations: before, formerly, first, earlier, a former thing, a prior thing

Notes: This word functions primarily as an adverb meaning 'before' or 'formerly' in time, indicating something that happened earlier or previously. It can also be the neuter singular form of the comparative adjective 'πρότερος', meaning 'prior' or 'former', often used substantively to refer to 'the former thing' or 'that which was before'. It is used to contrast with something that comes later.

Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative (often used adverbially)

Synonyms: ΠΡΙΝ, ΠΑΛΑΙ, ΕΜΠΡΟΣΘΕΝ

Etymology: The word ΠΡΟΤΕΡΟΣ is a comparative form derived from the preposition πρό (pro), meaning 'before' or 'in front of'.

G2398

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ee-DEE-ohn

Translations: (of) one's own, (of) private, (of) peculiar, (of) personal, (of) proper

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'one's own,' 'private,' or 'peculiar.' It is often used to indicate possession or a close relationship, emphasizing that something belongs specifically to a person or group. It can refer to one's own property, family, or personal affairs. When used with a genitive noun, it clarifies that the noun belongs to the subject of the sentence.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine, Feminine, or Neuter

Synonyms: ΑΥΤΩΝ, ΕΑΥΤΩΝ

Etymology: From the Proto-Indo-European root *swe- meaning 'self.' It developed in Greek to refer to what is specific or peculiar to oneself.

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.

G0399

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-nah-FEH-rin

Translations: to offer up, to bring up, to lead up, to carry up, to bear up, to refer, to bring back

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from 'ανα' (ana, meaning 'up' or 'again') and 'φερω' (phero, meaning 'to bear' or 'to carry'). It generally means to carry or bring something upwards, often in the context of offering sacrifices to God or bringing something to a higher place. It can also mean to refer something to someone or to bring back a memory.

Inflection: Infinitive, Present, Active

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΦΕΡΩ, ΕΠΙΦΕΡΩ, ΑΝΕΝΕΓΚΕΙΝ

Etymology: The word 'αναφερω' is derived from the preposition 'ανα' (ana), meaning 'up' or 'again', and the verb 'φερω' (phero), meaning 'to bear' or 'to carry'. Its etymology reflects the action of bringing something upwards or back.

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.

G2178

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: ef-AH-pax

Translations: once for all, once and for all, at once, once

Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'once for all' or 'once and for all'. It emphasizes the finality and completeness of an action, indicating that something happened a single time with lasting effect, or that it was done definitively. It is often used in contexts where an action is not to be repeated.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΑΠΑΞ, ΜΙΑ

Etymology: The word ΕΦΑΠΑΞ is a compound word formed from the preposition ἐπί (epi), meaning 'on' or 'upon', and ἅπαξ (hapax), meaning 'once'. The combination emphasizes the singular, definitive nature of an event.

G4374

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: pros-en-ENG-kas

Translations: having brought to, having offered, having presented, having delivered

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle of the verb προσφέρω (prospherō), meaning 'to bring to', 'to offer', or 'to present'. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred, often functioning like an adjective or adverb in a sentence. It is a compound word formed from the preposition πρός (pros), meaning 'to' or 'towards', and the verb φέρω (pherō), meaning 'to carry' or 'to bring'.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Masculine, Singular, Nominative

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΑΓΩ, ΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΠΑΡΕΧΩ

G2525

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-this-TEE-sin

Translations: appoints, establishes, sets, places, restores, brings back

Notes: This verb means to appoint, establish, set, or place someone or something in a particular position or state. It can also mean to restore or bring back to a former condition. It is used to describe the act of putting someone in authority, settling a matter, or causing something to be in a certain place.

Inflection: Present Active Indicative, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΤΙΘΗΜΙ, ΟΡΙΖΩ, ΤΑΣΣΩ

Etymology: The word καθίστημι is a compound word formed from the preposition κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and the verb ἵστημι (histēmi), meaning 'to stand' or 'to cause to stand'. Thus, it literally means 'to set down' or 'to establish'.

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: eh-KHON-tas

Translations: having, holding, possessing, being in a certain state, being able, being

Notes: This word is a present active participle, masculine accusative plural, derived from the verb 'ΕΧΩ' (echo), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. It describes an ongoing action of possessing, holding, or being in a certain state. In context, it often functions like an adjective or an adverb, modifying a noun or pronoun and indicating that the subject is 'the ones who have' or 'those who are holding'. For example, 'the men having swords' or 'they, being strong'. It can also convey the idea of being able to do something or simply existing in a particular condition.

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

Synonyms: ΚΕΚΤΗΜΕΝΟΥΣ, ΚΑΤΕΧΟΝΤΑΣ

G3056

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: LOH-goss

Translations: word, a word, reason, a reason, account, an account, speech, a speech, message, a message, report, a report, thing, a thing, matter, a matter, saying, a saying, discourse, a discourse

Notes: The word 'logos' is a fundamental term in Koine Greek with a wide range of meanings. It can refer to a spoken or written word, a statement, a message, or a command. Beyond simple communication, it also encompasses concepts like reason, logic, an account, a narrative, or even a divine utterance or principle. Its specific meaning often depends on the context in which it is used.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΡΗΜΑ, ΕΠΟΣ

Etymology: From the verb λέγω (legō), meaning 'to say, speak'. It refers to something said or thought, and its meaning evolved to encompass both speech and the underlying reason or thought.

G5048