2001 Translation

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'.

G0565

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ap-EEL-then

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

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

Inflection: Aorist Indicative, Active Voice, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΑΠΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΕΞΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΥΠΑΓΩ

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'.

G4008

Part of Speech: Adverb, Preposition

Sounds like: peh-RAN

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΠΕΚΕΙΝΑ, ΕΚΕΙΘΕΝ

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

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.

G0190

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ee-ko-LOO-theh-ee

Translations: he was following, she was following, it was following, he followed, she followed, it followed

Notes: This word is the third person singular imperfect indicative active form of the verb 'akoloutheō'. It describes an ongoing or repeated action in the past, meaning 'to follow' or 'to accompany'. It implies a continuous state of following or a habitual action in the past. It is often used to describe someone accompanying another person or adhering to a teaching.

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

Synonyms: ΕΠΟΜΑΙ, ΣΥΝΕΠΟΜΑΙ, ΠΑΡΑΚΟΛΟΥΘΕΩ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἀκολουθέω (akolouthéō), from ἀκόλουθος (akólouthos, “following, accompanying”), from ἀ- (a-, “together”) + κέλευθος (kéleuthos, “path, road”). It literally means 'to be on the same path'.

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.

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.

G4183

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: PO-loos

Translations: much, many, great, a great deal, a great many

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'much' or 'many'. It is used to describe a large quantity or number of something. For example, it can refer to a large crowd of people or a significant amount of something. It can also be used to describe something as 'great' in terms of size or importance.

Inflection: Masculine, Nominative, Singular

Synonyms: ΙΚΑΝΟΣ, ΠΛΗΘΟΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'much' or 'many'. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages with similar meanings.

G3793

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: OKH-los

Translations: crowd, multitude, throng, mob, a crowd, a multitude

Notes: This word refers to a large gathering of people, often an unorganized or disorderly group. It can denote a general multitude or a specific crowd, such as a mob. It is commonly used in the New Testament to describe the large groups of people who followed Jesus.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΠΛΗΘΟΣ, ΛΑΟΣ

Etymology: The origin of this word is uncertain, but it is thought to be derived from a root meaning 'to move' or 'to stir up', suggesting a restless or agitated mass of people.

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.

G3708

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-OH-rohn

Translations: I was seeing, they were seeing, I saw, they saw, I was looking, they were looking, I was beholding, they were beholding

Notes: This is a form of the verb 'horao', meaning 'to see', 'to look at', or 'to behold'. It describes an ongoing or repeated action of seeing in the past. It can be used to describe the act of perceiving something with one's eyes, or to understand or discern something mentally. For example, 'they were seeing the signs' or 'I was beholding the vision'.

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

Synonyms: ΒΛΕΠΩ, ΘΕΩΡΕΩ, ΕΙΔΟΝ

Etymology: From a prolonged form of primary verb ΟΡΑΩ (horao), which means 'to see'. It is related to the concept of vision and perception.

Part of Speech: Definite Article

Sounds like: TAH

Translations: the

Notes: ΤΑ is the neuter plural form of the definite article in Koine Greek. It functions similarly to 'the' in English, indicating that a noun is definite or previously mentioned. It agrees in gender, number, and case with the noun it modifies, and in this form, it can be used for both nominative (subject) and accusative (direct object) cases.

Inflection: Neuter, Plural, Nominative or Accusative

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is a demonstrative pronoun that evolved into a definite article in Greek.

Part of Speech: Letter, Numeral, Prefix

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

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

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

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

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

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-POY-ay

Translations: was doing, was making, did, made, used to do, used to make

Notes: This word is an inflected form of the verb 'ποιέω' (poieō), meaning 'to do' or 'to make'. It describes an action that was ongoing or habitual in the past. It can refer to the creation of something, the performance of an action, or the causing of an effect. For example, it could mean 'he was making' a house, or 'he was doing' good deeds.

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΑΤΤΩ, ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ

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'.

G0770

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: as-theh-NOON-tohn

Translations: (of) those who are weak, (of) those who are sick, (of) the infirm, (of) the ailing

Notes: This word is a present active participle, genitive plural, derived from the verb 'astheneo'. It describes a state of being weak, sick, or infirm. It is used to refer to a group of people who are in such a condition, often translated as 'those who are weak' or 'the sick'. For example, it might be used in a phrase like 'caring for those who are weak'.

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

Synonyms: ΑΡΡΩΣΤΩΝ, ΚΑΚΩΣ ΕΧΟΝΤΩΝ

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.

G0565

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-PEL-theh

Translations: he went away, he departed, he went off, he left

Notes: This word is the third person singular, aorist indicative active form of the verb 'ἀπέρχομαι' (aperchomai), meaning 'to go away' or 'to depart'. It describes an action of moving from one place to another, often implying a separation or leaving. It is a compound word formed from 'ἀπό' (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and 'ἔρχομαι' (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go'.

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

Synonyms: ΕΞΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΥΠΑΓΩ, ΑΝΑΧΩΡΕΩ

G0305

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: an-EL-theh

Translations: he went up, he came up, he ascended

Notes: This word describes the action of going up, ascending, or coming up, often from a lower place to a higher one. It implies movement upwards, whether physically or metaphorically. It is a compound word formed from 'ἀνά' (ana, meaning 'up' or 'upwards') and 'ἔρχομαι' (erchomai, meaning 'to come' or 'to go').

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

Synonyms: ΑΝΑΒΑΙΝΩ, ΑΝΕΒΗ

Etymology: The word ἀνέρχομαι (anerchomai) is a compound verb derived from the preposition ἀνά (ana), meaning 'up' or 'upwards,' and the verb ἔρχομαι (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go.' This etymology clearly indicates the directional meaning of 'going up' or 'ascending.'

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.

G2521

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-KATH-eh-zeh-toh

Translations: he was sitting, she was sitting, it was sitting, he sat down, she sat down, it sat down

Notes: ΕΚΑΘΕΖΕΤΟ is an inflected form of the Koine Greek verb ΚΑΘΕΖΟΜΑΙ, meaning 'to sit down' or 'to be seated'. This specific form indicates an action that was ongoing or repeated in the past, or an action that began in the past and continued. It describes someone or something in the third person singular (he, she, or it) performing the action of sitting or being seated.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΘΗΜΑΙ, ΚΑΘΙΖΩ

G1451

Part of Speech: Adverb, Preposition

Sounds like: ENG-goos

Translations: near, nigh, at hand, close, ready, almost, of near

Notes: This word functions as an adverb meaning 'near' or 'at hand', indicating proximity in space or time. It can also be used as a preposition with the genitive case, meaning 'near to' or 'close to' something. For example, it might describe a person being physically close to a place, or an event being imminent. It can also convey the sense of 'almost' or 'ready'.

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

Synonyms: ΠΛΗΣΙΟΝ, ΕΠΙΣΤΑΣΙΣ

Etymology: The word ΕΓΓΥΣ is of uncertain origin, possibly related to the Proto-Indo-European root *h₁en- meaning 'in' or 'on'. It has been used in Greek since ancient times to denote proximity.

G3957

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: PAS-kha

Translations: Passover

Notes: This word refers to the Jewish festival of Passover, which commemorates the liberation of the Israelites from slavery in ancient Egypt. It is a central event in the Old Testament and is observed annually. In the New Testament, it is often associated with the sacrifice of Jesus Christ.

Inflection: Does not inflect (indeclinable)

Etymology: The word "ΠΑΣΧΑ" is a transliteration of the Aramaic word "pasḥā" (פַּסְחָא), which itself comes from the Hebrew word "pesaḥ" (פֶּסַח). This Hebrew word is derived from the verb "pasach" (פָּסַח), meaning "to pass over" or "to spare," referring to the angel of death passing over the houses of the Israelites during the tenth plague in Egypt.

G3588, G3739, G2228

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

Sounds like: AY

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

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

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

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

G1858

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: eh-or-TEE

Translations: feast, a feast, festival, a festival, holiday, a holiday

Notes: This word refers to a religious festival or holiday, a time of celebration and special observance. It is often used in the context of Jewish or Christian religious feasts. It can be used to denote the specific day of a festival or the entire period of celebration.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine (though it can appear in other cases and numbers depending on context, e.g., Genitive as in ΕΟΡΤΗΣ)

Synonyms: ΠΑΝΗΓΥΡΙΣ, ΘΥΣΙΑ

Etymology: The word ΕΟΡΤΗ comes from an older Greek word, perhaps related to a root meaning 'to gather' or 'to celebrate'. It has been used since ancient times to refer to public festivals or holidays.

G3767

Part of Speech: Particle, Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: OON

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΑΡΑ, ΔΕ, ΤΟΙΓΑΡΟΥΝ

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

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).

G2300

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: theh-ah-SAH-meh-nos

Translations: seeing, beholding, looking at, having seen, when he saw

Notes: This word is an aorist middle participle derived from the verb 'theaomai'. It describes an action completed in the past, often translated as 'having seen' or 'when he saw/beheld'. It indicates the subject personally observed or contemplated something.

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

Synonyms: ΒΛΕΠΩΝ, ΟΡΩΝ, ΕΙΔΩΝ

Etymology: The word 'theaomai' comes from 'thea' (a sight, spectacle), which is related to 'theaomai' (to gaze at, behold). It implies a careful or deliberate observation.

G4314

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: PROSS

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΕΙΣ, ΕΠΙ, ΠΑΡΑ

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

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: ow-TON

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

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

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

G5376

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: FI-lip-poh

Translations: Philip

Notes: This is a proper noun, referring to the male name Philip. It is a common name in ancient Greek and Roman contexts, often associated with historical figures such as kings of Macedon or apostles in the New Testament. The name literally means 'lover of horses' or 'fond of horses'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Etymology: The name Φίλιππος (Philippos) is a compound word derived from two Greek elements: φίλος (philos), meaning 'friend' or 'lover', and ἵππος (hippos), meaning 'horse'. It thus means 'lover of horses'.

G0059

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-go-RAH-so-men

Translations: let us buy, we may buy, we should buy

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to buy' or 'to purchase'. It implies the act of acquiring something, often in a marketplace or public setting. It can also refer to redeeming or ransoming, especially in a theological context. The form 'ΑΓΟΡΑΣΩΜΕΝ' is a first-person plural subjunctive, suggesting a hortatory or deliberative action, like 'let us buy' or 'we should buy'.

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

Synonyms: ΩΝΕΟΜΑΙ, ΠΡΙΑΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word ἀγοράζω (agorazō) is derived from ἀγορά (agora), meaning 'marketplace' or 'assembly'. It originally meant 'to frequent the marketplace' and later came to mean 'to buy' or 'to sell' there.

G2443

Part of Speech: Conjunction

Sounds like: EE-nah

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΠΩΣ, ΩΣΤΕ

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

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.

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: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: ow-TOS

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

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

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

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

G5101

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: TEE

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

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

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-MEL-leh

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

Notes: This word is the imperfect active indicative form of the verb 'ΜΕΛΛΩ' (mello). It signifies an action that was imminent, intended, or destined to happen in the past. It often indicates that something was 'about to' occur or 'going to' happen, or that someone 'intended to' do something. It can also convey a sense of obligation or necessity in the past.

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

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΧΕΙΡΕΩ, ΕΤΟΙΜΑΖΩ

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-MEL-len

Translations: was about to, intended to, was going to, was destined to

Notes: ΕΜΕΛΛΕΝ is the imperfect active indicative third person singular form of the verb ΜΕΛΛΩ. It functions as an auxiliary verb, indicating that an action was imminent or intended in the past. It often translates to "was about to" or "was going to" do something, emphasizing a future action from a past perspective. It can also convey a sense of obligation or destiny.

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

Synonyms: ΜΕΛΛΕΙΝ, ΕΣΤΑΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *melh₂- (to grind, crush, rub, beat). In Greek, it developed the sense of 'to delay, to hesitate', and then 'to be about to', implying a delay before an action or an intention.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: poy-EH-in

Translations: to do, to make, to produce, to create, to perform, to accomplish, to bring about

Notes: This word is the present active infinitive form of the verb 'ποιέω' (poieō), meaning 'to do' or 'to make'. It is a very common verb in Koine Greek and can be used in a wide range of contexts, from physical actions like making something, to abstract actions like performing a deed or bringing something about. It often indicates the execution of an action or the creation of an object.

Inflection: Infinitive, Present, Active

Synonyms: ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ, ΠΡΑΤΤΩ, ΤΙΘΗΜΙ

Etymology: The word 'ποιέω' (poieō) is of uncertain origin, possibly related to an old root meaning 'to make' or 'to create'.

G0611

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-peh-KREE-thay

Translations: answered, replied

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

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

Synonyms: ΕΙΠΟΝ, ΛΕΓΩ

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

G5376

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: PHI-lip-pos

Translations: Philip

Notes: This is a masculine proper name, commonly translated as Philip. It refers to several individuals in ancient history, including apostles, kings, and other notable figures. It is used in sentences as the subject of a verb or as a direct object, depending on its case.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Etymology: The name Φίλιππος (Philippos) is of Greek origin, derived from the words φίλος (philos), meaning 'friend' or 'lover', and ἵππος (hippos), meaning 'horse'. Thus, it literally means 'lover of horses' or 'fond of horses'.

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.

G1024

Part of Speech: Adjective, Adverb

Sounds like: BRA-khoo

Translations: short, brief, little, a little, for a short time, briefly, in a short time, by little, gradually

Notes: This word primarily means 'short' or 'brief', referring to duration of time or physical length. It can be used as an adjective to describe something as short or brief. When used adverbially, often with a preposition like 'κατά' (kata), it can mean 'briefly', 'for a short time', 'by little', or 'gradually'.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative or Vocative

Synonyms: ΟΛΙΓΟΣ, ΜΙΚΡΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'βραχύς' (brachys) comes from Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'short'. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages that convey the idea of shortness or brevity.

G2983

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: LAH-bay

Translations: handle, a handle, hold, a hold, opportunity, an opportunity, occasion, an occasion

Notes: This word refers to a handle or anything that can be grasped. Metaphorically, it can mean an 'occasion' or 'opportunity' to do something, especially to find fault or take advantage of a situation. It implies having a 'hold' or 'grip' on something or someone.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΦΟΡΜΗ, ΠΡΟΦΑΣΙΣ

Etymology: From the verb λαμβάνω (lambanō), meaning 'to take' or 'to grasp'. It refers to that by which something is taken or held.

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.

G0080

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-DEL-fos

Translations: brother, a brother, fellow believer, countryman, kinsman

Notes: This word refers primarily to a male sibling, a brother. However, in a broader sense, it can also denote a fellow human being, a countryman, a kinsman, or, especially in a religious context, a fellow believer or disciple. It is commonly used to address or refer to members of a community or group who share a common bond.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΔΕΛΦΟΤΗΣ, ΣΥΝΤΕΚΝΟΣ

Etymology: From the prefix 'α-' (a-) meaning 'together' and 'δελφύς' (delphys) meaning 'womb'. Thus, it literally means 'from the same womb', referring to siblings.

G4074, G4073

Part of Speech: Proper Noun, Noun

Sounds like: PEH-troo

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΚΗΦΑΣ, ΛΙΘΟΣ

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

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.

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.

G0377

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-nah-PEH-sin

Translations: to recline, to lie down, to lean back, to sit down (at a meal)

Notes: This word is an infinitive form of the verb 'anapiptō'. It describes the action of reclining or lying down, often specifically in the context of taking one's place at a meal, as was customary in ancient times. It can also mean to lean back or simply to sit down.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑΚΛΙΝΩ, ΑΝΑΚΛΙΝΩ

Etymology: The verb 'anapiptō' is a compound word formed from 'ana' (ἀνά), meaning 'up' or 'back', and 'piptō' (πίπτω), meaning 'to fall'. Thus, it literally means 'to fall back' or 'to fall up', which evolved to mean 'to recline' or 'to lie down'.

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, 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.

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.

G5140

Part of Speech: Numeral

Sounds like: trees-KHEE-lee-oy

Translations: three thousand

Notes: This word is a numeral meaning 'three thousand'. It is a compound word formed from 'τρίς' (tris), meaning 'thrice' or 'three times', and 'χίλιοι' (chilioi), meaning 'thousand'. It is used to denote a quantity of three thousand units and typically functions as an adjective modifying a plural noun.

Inflection: Plural, Masculine, Nominative

Etymology: The word τρισχίλιοι (trischilioi) is a compound of τρίς (tris), meaning 'thrice' or 'three times', and χίλιοι (chilioi), meaning 'thousand'.

G2983

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EH-lah-ben

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΟΜΙΖΩ, ΑΙΡΕΩ

G0345

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: ah-nah-KEE-meh-noys

Translations: (to) those reclining, (to) those who are reclining, (to) those who are lying down, (to) those who are at table

Notes: This word is the dative plural form of the present middle/passive participle of the verb 'anakeimai'. It refers to people who are reclining, typically at a meal, as was the custom in ancient times. It can also refer to those who are lying down in general.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΘΗΜΕΝΟΙΣ, ΣΥΝΑΝΑΚΕΙΜΕΝΟΙΣ

Etymology: The verb ἀνακεῖμαι (anakeimai) is a compound word formed from ἀνά (ana), meaning 'up' or 'back', and κεῖμαι (keimai), meaning 'to lie' or 'to be laid'. Thus, it literally means 'to lie up' or 'to lie back', referring to the posture of reclining.

G3795

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: op-sa-REE-ohn

Translations: (of) fish, (of) a fish

Notes: This word refers to a small fish, often prepared for eating, or a relish eaten with bread. It is a diminutive form of a word for 'food' or 'relish', specifically referring to something eaten with bread. In the New Testament, it is commonly used to refer to fish as food, particularly in the context of Jesus feeding the multitudes.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Neuter

Synonyms: ΙΧΘΥΩΝ

Etymology: The word ΟΨΑΡΙΟΝ (opsarion) is a diminutive of the Koine Greek word ΟΨΟΝ (opson), which means 'food' or 'relish', especially something eaten with bread. It is related to the verb ΟΨΑΩ (opsao), 'to eat with relish'.

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').

G2309

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: AY-theh-lon

Translations: I was wishing, I was wanting, I was desiring, they were wishing, they were wanting, they were desiring, I wanted, I wished, I desired, they wanted, they wished, they desired

Notes: This word is the imperfect active indicative form of the verb 'θέλω' (thelō), meaning 'to wish,' 'to want,' or 'to desire.' The imperfect tense describes an ongoing, continuous, or repeated action in the past, or an action that was attempted but not completed. It can also describe the beginning of an action in the past. Depending on the context, 'ηθελον' can be translated as 'I was wishing/wanting/desiring' (first person singular) or 'they were wishing/wanting/desiring' (third person plural). It can also be translated as a simple past tense, 'I wanted/wished/desired' or 'they wanted/wished/desired,' especially when the continuous aspect is not emphasized.

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

Synonyms: ΒΟΥΛΟΜΑΙ, ΕΠΙΘΥΜΩ

Etymology: The word 'θέλω' (thelō) is of uncertain origin, possibly related to an ancient root meaning 'to will' or 'to wish.' It is a common verb in Koine Greek, used to express desire, intention, or willingness.

G4130

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-NEP-lees-thay-san

Translations: they were filled, they were filled up, they were completed, they were fulfilled

Notes: This is a verb in the aorist passive indicative, third person plural. It describes an action that was completed in the past, where the subjects were acted upon, specifically being filled or made full. It can refer to being filled with a substance, emotion, or even a period of time being completed or fulfilled.

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

Synonyms: ΠΛΗΡΟΥΣΘΑΙ, ΓΕΜΙΖΕΣΘΑΙ

Etymology: From ancient Greek, derived from the root *πλη- (plē-), meaning 'full', related to the concept of fullness or completion.

G3003

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: LEH-gee

Translations: Legion, a legion

Notes: This word is a Latin loanword, 'legio', meaning a legion, which was a large unit of the Roman army, typically comprising several thousand soldiers. In the New Testament, it is notably used metaphorically to describe a large number of demons, as seen in the story of the Gerasene demoniac where the demons identify themselves as 'Legion' because they are many. It signifies a vast, organized multitude.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Vocative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΛΗΘΟΣ, ΣΤΡΑΤΕΥΜΑ

G4863

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soo-na-GAH-ge-tai

Translations: is gathered, is assembled, is brought together, is collected

Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'synago', meaning 'to gather' or 'to assemble'. In this specific form, it indicates that something or someone 'is gathered' or 'is assembled'. It describes an action being performed on the subject, rather than the subject performing the action. It is often used to describe people coming together in a group or items being collected.

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Present Tense, Indicative Mood, Middle Voice

Synonyms: ΑΘΡΟΙΖΕΤΑΙ, ΣΥΛΛΕΓΕΤΑΙ

Etymology: The word συνάγω (synago) is a compound verb formed from the preposition σύν (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and the verb ἄγω (ago), meaning 'to lead' or 'to bring'. Thus, it literally means 'to lead together' or 'to bring together'.

G4052

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: peh-ris-SEV-san-ta

Translations: that which was left over, the remainder, the surplus, the abundance, that which abounded

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'perisseuō', meaning 'to abound', 'to be left over', or 'to be in excess'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or noun, describing something that has been left over or that has abounded. It often refers to the surplus or remainder of something after a need has been met, or to an overflowing abundance.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Participle, Accusative, Plural, Neuter

Synonyms: ΠΕΡΙΣΣΟΝ, ΥΠΟΛΕΙΜΜΑ, ΠΛΗΘΟΣ

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.

G4863

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soon-ay-GAH-gon

Translations: gathered, assembled, collected

Notes: This word is the aorist (past tense) form of the verb "συνάγω" (synagō), meaning "to gather together," "to assemble," or "to collect." It is a compound word formed from "σύν" (syn), meaning "with" or "together," and "ἄγω" (agō), meaning "to lead" or "to bring." Therefore, it literally means "to bring together." It is used to describe the act of bringing people or things into one place.

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

Synonyms: ΑΘΡΟΙΖΩ, ΣΥΛΛΕΓΩ

Etymology: The word "συνάγω" (synagō) is a compound verb derived from the preposition "σύν" (syn), meaning "with" or "together," and the verb "ἄγω" (agō), meaning "to lead" or "to bring." Its etymology reflects the action of bringing multiple entities into a unified state or location.

G1072

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-GEH-mee-san

Translations: they filled, they were filled, they filled up, they were filled up

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to fill' or 'to fill up'. It is used to describe the action of making something full or becoming full. It can be used transitively (they filled something) or intransitively (they became full).

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, Third Person Plural

Synonyms: ΠΛΗΡΟΩ, ΠΛΗΘΥΝΩ

Etymology: The verb ΓΕΜΙΖΩ (gemizo) is derived from the noun ΓΕΜΟΣ (gemos), meaning 'a load' or 'a burden'.

G4052

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-peh-ri-SEV-sen

Translations: abounded, it abounded, was abundant, was left over, was superfluous, overflowed, was more than enough

Notes: This word describes something that is in abundance, more than enough, or overflowing. It can refer to a surplus of something, or to an increase in quantity or quality. In a sentence, it would indicate that something existed in great measure or was left over after a need was met.

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

Synonyms: ΠΛΕΟΝΑΖΩ, ΥΠΕΡΠΕΡΙΣΣΕΥΩ

Etymology: From the Greek word περίσσευμα (perisseuma), meaning 'abundance' or 'that which is left over', which itself comes from περίσσος (perissos), meaning 'exceeding, abundant, superfluous'.

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'.

G4592

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: say-MAY-on

Translations: sign, a sign, mark, a mark, miracle, a miracle, wonder, a wonder

Notes: This word refers to a sign, a mark, or an indication of something. It can also denote a miracle or a wonder, especially one that serves as a divine sign or attestation. It is used to point to something, to distinguish it, or to signify a future event. In a sentence, it might be used like 'the sign of the times' or 'he performed a great sign'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΤΕΡΑΣ, ΕΝΔΕΙΞΙΣ, ΣΥΜΒΟΛΟΝ

Etymology: This word comes from the Greek verb σημαίνω (sēmainō), meaning 'to show, signify, or indicate'. It is related to σῆμα (sēma), meaning 'a mark, sign, or token'.

G3004

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EH-leh-gon

Translations: they were saying, they said, they were telling, they told

Notes: This word is the third person plural imperfect active indicative form of the verb 'ΛΕΓΩ' (LEGO). It describes an ongoing or repeated action in the past, meaning 'they were saying' or 'they used to say'. It can also simply indicate a past action, 'they said' or 'they told'. It is commonly used to report speech or actions of a group of people in a narrative.

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

Synonyms: ΦΗΜΙ, ΛΑΛΕΩ

Etymology: The verb 'ΛΕΓΩ' (LEGO) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to collect, gather, pick out, count, tell'. In Greek, it evolved to mean 'to speak' or 'to say', often implying a deliberate or reasoned utterance.

G3778

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: OO-tos

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

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

Inflection: Masculine, Nominative, Singular

Synonyms: ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ, ΟΔΕ

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

G4396

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pro-FEE-tays

Translations: prophet, a prophet

Notes: A prophet is a person who speaks for God, often delivering divine messages, interpreting God's will, or foretelling future events. They are seen as inspired by God to communicate His word to humanity.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΜΑΝΤΙΣ, ΘΕΟΠΝΕΥΣΤΟΣ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek προφήτης (prophḗtēs), from πρό (pró, “before”) + φημί (phēmí, “to speak”). It literally means 'one who speaks forth' or 'one who speaks for'.

G2889

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KOS-moh

Translations: world, universe, adornment, order, arrangement, a world, an adornment

Notes: This word refers to the world or universe, often in a moral or ethical sense, representing humanity or the created order. It can also mean adornment, decoration, or arrangement, implying order and beauty. Its meaning varies depending on context, from the physical world to the inhabitants of the world, or even the system of evil in opposition to God.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΟΥΜΕΝΗ, ΑΙΩΝ, ΚΟΣΜΗΜΑ

Etymology: The word 'ΚΟΣΜΟΣ' (kosmos) is of uncertain origin, but it is believed to derive from a root meaning 'to arrange' or 'to put in order'. This root gives rise to its dual meaning of 'order' and 'adornment', which then extended to 'the ordered universe' or 'world'.

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ER-kho-meh-nos

Translations: coming, going, the one coming, he who comes, about to come

Notes: This word is the present active participle of the verb 'ἔρχομαι' (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or a noun, describing someone or something that is in the process of coming or going. It can also refer to someone who is 'about to come' or 'the one who comes'. Its meaning is dynamic, indicating movement towards or away from a point.

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

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΕΝΟΝ, ΕΡΧΟΜΕΝΗ

Etymology: The verb 'ἔρχομαι' (erchomai) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to move' or 'to go'. It is a very common verb in Koine Greek, used to describe various forms of movement.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: MEL-loo-sin

Translations: they are about to, they intend, they are going to, they will

Notes: This word indicates an action that is about to happen, an intention, or a future event. It often functions as an auxiliary verb, similar to 'to be going to' or 'to be about to' in English, preceding an infinitive to express future tense or strong intention. It can also mean 'to delay' or 'to hesitate' in some contexts.

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

Synonyms: ἘΣΟΜΑΙ, ΟΦΕΙΛΩ

Etymology: The word ΜΕΛΛΩ comes from Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'to delay, to be slow'. In Greek, it evolved to signify being on the point of doing something, hence its use for future intention.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ER-khes-thai

Translations: to come, to go, to arrive, to proceed

Notes: This word is the present middle/passive infinitive form of the verb 'ἔρχομαι' (erchomai). It generally means 'to come' or 'to go', indicating movement towards or away from a place or person. It can also imply arrival or the act of proceeding. As an infinitive, it functions like a noun, often used after other verbs or prepositions to express purpose or result, such as 'to be able to come' or 'in order to go'.

Inflection: Infinitive, Present, Middle or Passive Voice

Synonyms: ΕΛΘΕΙΝ, ΒΑΙΝΕΙΝ, ΠΟΡΕΥΕΣΘΑΙ

G0726

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: har-PAH-zayn

Translations: to seize, to snatch, to carry off, to plunder, to take by force

Notes: This word describes the act of seizing or snatching something quickly and often violently. It implies a forceful taking, whether of objects, people, or even abstract concepts like power. It can be used in contexts of robbery, abduction, or sudden, forceful removal.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΑΡΠΑΖΩ, ΔΙΑΡΠΑΖΩ, ΑΙΡΕΩ

Etymology: The word comes from an ancient root meaning 'to snatch' or 'to seize'.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: poy-ee-SOH-seen

Translations: they may do, they may make, they may produce, they may perform

Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'ποιέω' (poieō), which means 'to do', 'to make', 'to produce', or 'to perform'. It is a very common verb used in a wide range of contexts, from creating something to carrying out an action or fulfilling a command. In this specific form, it indicates a potential or hypothetical action performed by a group.

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΑΤΤΩ, ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ

G0399

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: an-ekh-OH-ray-sen

Translations: he withdrew, she withdrew, it withdrew, he departed, she departed, it departed, he retired, she retired, it retired

Notes: This word describes the action of withdrawing, departing, or retiring from a place or situation. It implies a movement away, often for reasons of safety, privacy, or to avoid something. It is typically used to describe a person or group moving away from a location.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΧΩΡΕΩ, ΕΞΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΦΕΥΓΩ

Etymology: The word ἀναχωρέω (anachōreō) is a compound word formed from ἀνά (ana), meaning 'up' or 'back', and χωρέω (chōreō), meaning 'to go' or 'to make room'. Thus, it literally means 'to go back' or 'to make room away from'.

G3441

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: MOH-nos

Translations: only, alone, single, a single one

Notes: This word describes something as being unique, solitary, or singular. It emphasizes exclusivity, meaning 'one and no other'. It can be used to describe a person, object, or concept that stands by itself or is the sole instance of something. For example, it can refer to someone being 'alone' or 'the only one' of a kind.

Inflection: Masculine, Nominative, Singular. This word inflects for gender, number, and case (e.g., feminine ΜΟΝΗ, neuter ΜΟΝΟΝ, plural ΜΟΝΟΙ).

Synonyms: ΜΟΝΟΓΕΝΗΣ, ΕΙΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *mon- (to remain, stay). It is related to the idea of being fixed or standing alone.

G1909

Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb

Sounds like: EP-ee

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΥΠΕΡ, ΚΑΤΑ

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

Part of Speech: Definite Article

Sounds like: 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.

G2281

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: tha-LAS-san

Translations: sea, a sea

Notes: This word refers to a large body of salt water, such as an ocean or a large lake. It is commonly used to describe the sea as a physical location or as a powerful natural force. In sentences, it often appears as the direct object of a verb, indicating something done to or with the sea.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΩΚΕΑΝΟΣ

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

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ER-khon-tai

Translations: they come, they go, they are coming, they are going

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to come' or 'to go'. It is used to describe the action of multiple subjects moving towards or away from a place. It can refer to a physical movement or a metaphorical arrival or departure.

Inflection: Present, Indicative, Middle/Passive, Third Person Plural

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΝΤΑΙ, ΒΑΙΝΟΥΣΙΝ, ΠΟΡΕΥΟΝΤΑΙ

Etymology: The word ἔρχομαι (erchomai) comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is a very common verb in Koine Greek, used to express movement.

G2584

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: kah-far-NAH-oom

Translations: Capernaum

Notes: Capernaum was a significant city located on the northwestern shore of the Sea of Galilee in ancient Israel. It is frequently mentioned in the New Testament as a center of Jesus' ministry, where he performed many miracles and taught extensively. It was also the home of several of his apostles.

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

Etymology: The name 'Capernaum' is derived from the Hebrew 'Kfar Nahum', meaning 'village of Nahum'. It is believed to be named after the prophet Nahum, though this is not definitively established.

G2638

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-teh-LAH-ben

Translations: he seized, he overtook, he apprehended, he understood, he attained, she seized, she overtook, she apprehended, she understood, she attained, it seized, it overtook, it apprehended, it understood, it attained

Notes: This is the third person singular aorist indicative active form of the verb 'καταλαμβάνω' (katalambanō). It is a compound verb formed from 'κατά' (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and 'λαμβάνω' (lambanō), meaning 'to take' or 'to seize'. The verb can mean to seize, lay hold of, overtake, apprehend, or understand. Its meaning often depends on the context, ranging from physical capture to mental comprehension or attainment.

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

Synonyms: ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΚΡΑΤΕΩ, ΣΥΛΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ

Etymology: The word 'καταλαμβάνω' is a compound verb derived from the preposition 'κατά' (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and the verb 'λαμβάνω' (lambanō), meaning 'to take' or 'to seize'. The prefix 'κατά' intensifies or directs the action of 'λαμβάνω'.

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: ow-TOOS

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

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

Inflection: Accusative, Masculine, Plural

Synonyms: ΕΚΕΙΝΟΥΣ, ΣΦΑΣ

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-lay-LOO-thay

Translations: he had come, she had come, it had come

Notes: This word is the third person singular pluperfect indicative active form of the verb 'ἔρχομαι' (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go'. The pluperfect tense indicates an action that was completed in the past before another past action. It describes a state of having arrived or having gone at a point in the past.

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

Synonyms: ΗΚΩ, ΒΑΙΝΩ

Etymology: The root verb 'ἔρχομαι' (erchomai) is of uncertain origin, possibly from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to move' or 'to go'. It is a very common verb in Koine Greek.

G5037

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Particle

Sounds like: TEH

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΚΑΙ, ΔΕ, ΑΛΛΑ

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

G2281

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: THAH-lah-ssah

Translations: sea, a sea

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

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΕΛΑΓΟΣ, ΩΚΕΑΝΟΣ

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

G0417

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-NEH-moo

Translations: of wind, of a wind, of the wind, wind

Notes: This word is a noun referring to 'wind' or 'a wind'. In its genitive singular form, 'ΑΝΕΜΟΥ' indicates possession or origin, often translated as 'of wind' or 'from wind'. It can refer to a literal gust of air, or metaphorically to a current, a direction, or even a spirit or breath in some contexts, though 'πνευμα' is more common for spirit/breath. It is commonly used to describe weather phenomena or the movement of air.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

G3173

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: MEH-gah-LOO

Translations: (of) great, (of) a great, (to) great, (to) a great, great things

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'great,' 'large,' 'big,' or 'mighty.' It is used to describe something of significant size, importance, or intensity. It can refer to physical size, but also to status, power, or quantity. For example, it might describe a great king, a large city, or a great amount of something.

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

Synonyms: ΠΟΛΥΣ, ΙΣΧΥΡΟΣ

G1326

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-eh-GAY-reh-toh

Translations: was being stirred up, was being aroused, was being awakened, was being agitated

Notes: This word is the imperfect middle/passive indicative form of the verb 'διεγείρω' (diegeiro), which means 'to stir up thoroughly,' 'to arouse,' or 'to awaken.' In the middle voice, it often implies that the subject is acting upon itself or experiencing the action, so 'was being stirred up' or 'was being aroused' is appropriate. It describes an ongoing action in the past. It is a compound word formed from 'διά' (dia), meaning 'through' or 'thoroughly,' and 'ἐγείρω' (egeiro), meaning 'to awaken' or 'to raise.'

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

Synonyms: ΕΓΕΙΡΩ, ΚΙΝΕΩ, ΤΑΡΑϹϹΩ

Etymology: The word 'διεγείρω' (diegeiro) is a compound verb formed from the preposition 'διά' (dia), meaning 'through' or 'thoroughly,' and the verb 'ἐγείρω' (egeiro), meaning 'to awaken,' 'to raise,' or 'to stir up.' The prefix 'διά' intensifies the meaning of the base verb, suggesting a complete or thorough stirring or awakening.

G1643

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: eh-lay-lah-KO-tes

Translations: having driven, having led, having carried, having sailed, having gone, having been driven

Notes: This word is the masculine nominative or accusative plural form of the perfect active participle of the verb 'ἐλαύνω' (elaunō). It describes a group of males who have completed the action of driving, leading, carrying, sailing, or going. It can also imply being driven or carried, depending on context.

Inflection: Perfect Active Participle, Masculine, Nominative or Accusative, Plural

Synonyms: ΑΓΩ, ΦΕΡΩ, ΠΛΕΩ

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.

G4712

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: sta-DEE-oos

Translations: stadia, furlongs, race-courses, a stadium, a furlong, a race-course

Notes: This word refers to a stadium or a race-course, which was a common venue for athletic contests in ancient times. It also serves as a unit of measurement, specifically a 'stadium' or 'furlong,' which was approximately 600 Greek feet or about 185 meters (607 feet). It is used to indicate distance, often in the plural to denote multiple units of this measure.

Inflection: Accusative, Plural, Masculine or Neuter

Etymology: From Ancient Greek στάδιον (stadion), referring to a fixed standard of length, especially the length of a race-course. It is related to ἵστημι (histēmi, “to stand”).

G5144

Part of Speech: Numeral

Sounds like: tree-AH-kon-tah

Translations: thirty

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

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

G4043

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: peh-ree-pah-TOON-tah

Translations: walking, going about, living, conducting oneself, those walking, those going about

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'ΠΕΡΙΠΑΤΕΩ', meaning 'to walk' or 'to go about'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that is ongoing. It can refer to physical movement, but often in Koine Greek, it metaphorically describes one's manner of life, conduct, or behavior. For example, 'walking in truth' means 'living truthfully'.

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

Synonyms: ΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ, ΒΑΔΙΖΩ

Etymology: The word 'ΠΕΡΙΠΑΤΕΩ' is a compound word formed from 'ΠΕΡΙ' (peri), meaning 'around' or 'about', and 'ΠΑΤΕΩ' (pateo), meaning 'to tread' or 'to walk'. Thus, it literally means 'to walk around'.

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.

G1096

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ghee-NO-meh-non

Translations: being, becoming, happening, occurring, a thing happening, a thing occurring

Notes: This word is a present middle/passive participle derived from the verb 'γίνομαι' (ginomai), meaning 'to become,' 'to happen,' or 'to come into being.' It describes something that is currently in the process of happening or coming into existence. It can function adjectivally, describing a noun, or substantively, referring to 'that which is happening' or 'the event itself.'

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter, Present, Middle or Passive

Synonyms: ΓΕΝΟΜΕΝΟΝ, ΟΝ

G1510

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EYE-mee

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΥΠΑΡΧΩ, ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ

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

G5399

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: foh-BEE-sthai

Translations: to fear, to be afraid, to be terrified, to reverence, to respect

Notes: This word is an aorist infinitive form of the verb 'phobeo'. It generally means to experience fear or terror, to be afraid of something or someone. In some contexts, particularly when referring to God, it can also convey the meaning of reverence or respect, indicating a healthy awe rather than mere dread. It functions as a verbal noun, expressing the action of fearing without specifying a subject or tense.

Inflection: Infinitive, Aorist, Middle or Passive Voice

Synonyms: ΔΕΙΔΩ, ΤΡΕΜΩ

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EEL-thon

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΒΑΙΝΩ, ΕΙΜΙ, ΥΠΑΓΩ

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

G2983

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: lah-BIN

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

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

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΟΜΙΖΩ, ΑΙΡΕΩ

G2112

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: yoo-THEH-ohs

Translations: immediately, at once, straightway, forthwith, as soon as

Notes: This adverb signifies an action happening without delay, instantly, or directly. It is often used to emphasize the swiftness or suddenness of an event. It can also imply a direct or straightforward manner of action. In narrative contexts, it frequently serves to advance the plot quickly.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΑΧΡΗΜΑ, ΑΥΤΙΚΑ, ΤΑΧΕΩΣ

Etymology: Derived from the adjective εὐθύς (euthys), meaning 'straight, direct, immediate'. The suffix -ως is a common adverbial ending in Koine Greek.

G1093

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: GAYN

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΧΩΡΑ, ΓΕΑ

G1093

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: GAYS

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΧΩΡΑ, ΑΓΡΟΣ

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

G3588, G3739

Part of Speech: Article, Pronoun, Numeral

Sounds like: HAY

Translations: the, who, which, what, that, she, a, an, 8

Notes: This word is a scribal abbreviation, indicated by the overline. It most commonly represents the feminine nominative singular definite article 'ἡ' (he), meaning 'the' or 'a/an'. It can also represent the feminine nominative singular relative pronoun 'ἥ' (he), meaning 'who', 'which', or 'that'. Additionally, 'Η' (eta) can function as the numeral 8 in the Greek numbering system. The context of the sentence is crucial for determining the correct meaning.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine (for article/pronoun); Does not inflect (for numeral)

G5217

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: hoo-PAY-gon

Translations: they went away, they departed, they withdrew, they followed

Notes: This is the third person plural imperfect active indicative form of the verb Ὑπάγω (hypago). It describes an action of going away, departing, or withdrawing that was ongoing or repeated in the past. It can also imply following someone or something. It is often used to describe movement from one place to another.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΕΞΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ

Part of Speech: Definite Article, Pronoun

Sounds like: TAY

Translations: to the, for the, by the, with the, in the, who, which

Notes: This word is the dative singular feminine form of the definite article, meaning 'to the', 'for the', 'by the', 'with the', or 'in the' when used with a feminine noun in the dative case. It can also function as a relative pronoun, meaning 'who' or 'which', referring to a feminine antecedent. It is used to specify a particular feminine noun or to introduce a relative clause.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine

Etymology: The Greek definite article derives from Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronouns. It developed from an earlier demonstrative pronoun in Ancient Greek.

G1889

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: ep-OW-ree-on

Translations: on the morrow, the next day, tomorrow

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΑΥΡΙΟΝ

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

G2476

Part of Speech: Participle, Adjective, Adverb

Sounds like: ess-TOHS

Translations: standing, having stood, being set, appointed, a standing one

Notes: This word is the perfect active participle of the verb ἵστημι (histēmi), meaning 'to stand' or 'to cause to stand'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective, describing someone or something that is in a state of standing, or has taken a stand. It can also function adverbially, indicating the manner in which an action is performed, such as 'while standing' or 'having stood'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΕΛΘΩΝ, ΓΕΝΟΜΕΝΟΣ, ΚΑΘΗΜΕΝΟΣ

Etymology: The word ἵστημι (histēmi) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *steh₂-, meaning 'to stand'. It is a common verb in ancient Greek, used to describe various states of being upright or causing something to be upright.

G0243

Part of Speech: Adjective, Pronoun

Sounds like: AL-lo

Translations: other, another, different, a different one, a different thing

Notes: This word refers to something that is distinct or different from what has already been mentioned or implied. It is used to introduce an additional item or person of the same kind, or to indicate a complete difference. It can function as an adjective modifying a noun or as a pronoun standing in for a noun.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΕΤΕΡΟΣ

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

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'.

G4905

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soon-el-ay-LOO-thee

Translations: you have come together, you came together, you assembled

Notes: This word is an inflected form of the verb 'συνέρχομαι' (synerchomai), meaning 'to come together' or 'to assemble'. It describes the action of multiple individuals gathering in one place. The form 'συνεληλυθι' is likely a misspelling or a very rare variant of 'συνεληλύθατε' (you have come together) or 'συνεληλύθασι' (they have come together), or perhaps a very rare imperative form. Given the ending, it most closely resembles a perfect active indicative 2nd person plural or a perfect active imperative 2nd person singular, though the latter is less common for this verb.

Inflection: Perfect Active Indicative, 2nd Person Plural (most likely) or Perfect Active Imperative, 2nd Person Singular (less likely). This form is likely a misspelling or rare variant.

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΑΓΩ, ΣΥΝΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΣΥΝΙΣΤΑΜΑΙ

G1904

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ep-el-THON-ton

Translations: of those who came upon, of those who came against, of those who came over, of those who arrived, of those who overtook

Notes: This word is the genitive plural masculine participle of the verb 'eperchomai'. It describes an action of coming upon, coming against, or arriving, often with a sense of suddenness or hostility. It functions as a substantive, referring to 'those who came' or 'those who arrived'.

Inflection: Participle, Aorist, Active, Genitive, Plural, Masculine

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΠΑΡΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΠΡΟΣΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

G1510

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: OO-sees

Translations: (of) being, (of) existing, (of) happening, (of) occurring

Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'to be' (εἰμί). It functions as a participle, indicating a state of being, existence, or occurrence. As a genitive feminine singular form, it typically modifies a feminine noun in the genitive case, indicating possession, origin, or a descriptive quality. For example, it might be translated as 'of a woman being...' or 'of the situation being...'. It describes something that is 'being' or 'existing' in relation to another noun.

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

Synonyms: ΥΠΑΡΧΟΥΣΗΣ

G5315

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-PHA-gon

Translations: ate, did eat, have eaten

Notes: ΕΦΑΓΟΝ is the third person plural, aorist active indicative form of the verb meaning 'to eat'. It describes a completed action in the past, indicating that 'they ate' or 'they did eat'. This form is commonly used to narrate past events without emphasizing the duration or repetition of the action.

Inflection: Third Person Plural, Aorist, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΕΣΘΙΩ, ΒΙΒΡΩΣΚΩ

Etymology: The root ΦΑΓ (PHAG) is a common aorist stem for verbs related to eating, derived from an older Proto-Indo-European root. It is often used in conjunction with other prefixes to form compound verbs.

G2168

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: yoo-khah-ris-TEE-san-tos

Translations: of having given thanks, of having been thankful, of having expressed gratitude

Notes: This word is the genitive singular masculine/neuter aorist active participle of the verb 'eucharisteo'. It describes someone or something that has performed the action of giving thanks or being grateful. It functions adjectivally or substantively, indicating the possessor or source of the action of thanksgiving.

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

Synonyms: ΕΥΛΟΓΗΣΑΝΤΟΣ, ΔΟΞΑΣΑΝΤΟΣ

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'.

G3708, G1492

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EE-den

Translations: he saw, she saw, it saw, they saw, he had seen, she had seen, it had seen, they had seen

Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'to see'. Depending on context and the original diacritics, it most commonly represents the aorist active indicative third person singular of 'ὁράω' (horaō), meaning 'he/she/it saw'. It can also be the third person plural of the same form, meaning 'they saw'. Less commonly, it could be a form of 'εἴδω' (eidō), which also means 'to see' or 'to know'. The specific meaning is determined by the context of the sentence.

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

Synonyms: ΒΛΕΠΩ, ΘΕΩΡΕΩ

G3761

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: OO-deh

Translations: and not, neither, nor, not even, not

Notes: This word is a compound conjunction or adverb meaning 'and not', 'neither', 'nor', or 'not even'. It is used to connect two negative clauses or to emphasize a negation. It often appears in lists to negate multiple items, similar to how 'neither...nor' is used in English. It can also simply mean 'not' when emphasizing a point.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΥΤΕ, ΜΗΔΕ

Etymology: From the negative particle ΟΥ (ou, 'not') and the conjunction ΔΕ (de, 'but, and').

G0305

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-NEH-bee-sahn

Translations: they went up, they ascended, they climbed

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

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

Synonyms: ΑΝΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΑΝΙΣΤΑΜΑΙ, ΑΝΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: ow-TOY

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

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

Inflection: Plural, Masculine, Nominative or Dative

Synonyms: ΕΚΕΙΝΟΙ, ΟΥΤΟΙ

G2212

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: zay-TOON-tes

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

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'ζητέω' (zēteō), meaning 'to seek' or 'to look for'. As a participle, it describes an ongoing action and can function adjectivally or adverbially, often translated as 'those who are seeking' or 'while seeking'. It implies an active and continuous effort to find or obtain something.

Inflection: Present Active Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Plural

Synonyms: ΕΚΖΗΤΕΩ, ΑΝΑΖΗΤΕΩ

G2147

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: yoo-RON-tes

Translations: finding, having found, those who found, when they found

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'to find'. It describes an action of finding that has already occurred or is occurring. It can function adverbially, indicating the circumstances or time of another action, or substantively, referring to the people who performed the action of finding. For example, it can mean 'having found' or 'those who found'.

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

Synonyms: ΑΝΕΥΡΙΣΚΩ, ΚΑΤΑΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ

G2036

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EYE-pon

Translations: I said, I spoke, said, spoke

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

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

Synonyms: ΛΕΓΩ, ΦΗΜΙ

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

G4461

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: rahb-BEE

Translations: Rabbi, Master, Teacher

Notes: This word is a transliteration of a Hebrew/Aramaic term meaning 'my great one' or 'my master'. In Koine Greek, it is used as a title of respect and honor, particularly for religious teachers or leaders. It functions as an indeclinable noun, meaning its form does not change regardless of its grammatical role in a sentence. It is often used as a direct address, similar to 'Sir' or 'Teacher' in English.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΔΑΣΚΑΛΟΣ, ΚΥΡΙΟΣ

Etymology: The word "ΡΑΒΒΕΙ" is a direct transliteration from the Aramaic word 'rabbi', which itself comes from the Hebrew 'rav', meaning 'great' or 'master'. The suffix '-i' indicates 'my'. It entered Koine Greek as a loanword due to the influence of Aramaic and Hebrew in the region.

G4218

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: PO-teh

Translations: at some time, ever, once, formerly, when, at any time, sometime

Notes: This word is an adverb that indicates a point in time, often indefinite. It can mean 'at some time' or 'ever,' referring to an unspecified past or future moment. It can also mean 'once' or 'formerly' when referring to a past event. In interrogative contexts, it means 'when?'. It is used to ask about or state the timing of an action or event.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΟΤΕΡΟΝ, ΠΟΤΕΡΟΣ

Etymology: From the interrogative stem *po- (related to 'who,' 'what') combined with the temporal suffix -te. It refers to an indefinite point in time.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EL-thes

Translations: you came, you went

Notes: This word is the second person singular aorist indicative active form of the verb 'ἔρχομαι' (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go'. It describes a completed action in the past, specifically that 'you' (singular) came or went. It is used to indicate movement towards or away from a place or person.

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

Synonyms: ΕΒΗΝΑ, ΗΚΟΝ

Etymology: The verb 'ἔρχομαι' (erchomai) is of uncertain origin, possibly from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to move' or 'to go'. It is a common verb in Koine Greek, used frequently in various contexts to denote movement.

G0281

Part of Speech: Adverb, Interjection

Sounds like: ah-MEN

Translations: Amen, verily, truly, so be it

Notes: This word is a scribal abbreviation for ΑΜΗΝ (Amen). It is a Hebrew loanword used in Greek to express affirmation, agreement, or a solemn declaration. It can be translated as 'truly' or 'verily' when introducing a statement, or 'so be it' when concluding a prayer or declaration. It signifies certainty and truth.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: From Hebrew אָמֵן (ʾāmēn), meaning 'certainly, truly'. It is derived from the root אמן (ʾmn), which means 'to be firm, trustworthy'.

G0281

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: ah-MEN

Translations: Amen, truly, verily, so be it

Notes: This word is an affirmation, meaning 'truly' or 'so be it'. It is often used to express agreement or to confirm the truth of a statement. It can appear at the beginning of a sentence to emphasize the truthfulness of what is about to be said, or at the end of a prayer or declaration to signify assent and a desire for the preceding words to come to pass.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΑΛΗΘΩΣ, ΝΑΙ

Etymology: The word is a transliteration of the Hebrew word 'āmēn', meaning 'certainly', 'truly', or 'so be it'. It is derived from a root meaning 'to be firm' or 'to be reliable'.

G3004

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: LEH-goh

Translations: say, speak, tell, call, mean

Notes: This is a very common verb meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. It is used to introduce direct or indirect speech, to give commands, or to express an opinion. It can also mean 'to call' or 'to name' someone or something, or 'to mean' something.

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

Synonyms: ΛΑΛΕΩ, ΦΗΜΙ, ΕΡΩ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *leg- meaning 'to collect, gather'. In Greek, it evolved to mean 'to pick out words', hence 'to speak' or 'to say'.

G2212

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ZAY-tee-teh

Translations: is sought, is being sought, is desired, is required, is investigated, are sought, are being sought, are desired, are required, are investigated

Notes: This word is an inflected form of the verb 'ζητέω' (zēteō), meaning 'to seek' or 'to look for'. It is in the present passive indicative, and can be either third person singular ('it is sought') or third person plural ('they are sought'). It describes an action where something is being sought, desired, or investigated by someone or something else.

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

Synonyms: ΕΚΖΗΤΕΩ, ΑΝΑΖΗΤΕΩ

G3756

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: OOKH

Translations: no, not, never, by no means

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΥ, ΟΥΚ

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

G1492

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EYE-deh-teh

Translations: you saw, you have seen, behold, see!

Notes: This is the second person plural, aorist active indicative or imperative form of the verb 'to see' or 'to know'. As an indicative, it means 'you (plural) saw' or 'you (plural) have seen'. As an imperative, it means 'see!' or 'behold!' (addressed to multiple people). It is often used to draw attention to something.

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

Synonyms: ΟΡΑΩ, ΒΛΕΠΩ

Etymology: The verb ΕΙΔΩ (eido) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *weid-, meaning 'to see' or 'to know'. It is related to Latin 'videre' (to see) and English 'wit' (knowledge).

G4592

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: say-MEE-ah

Translations: signs, marks, tokens, miracles, wonders, a sign, a mark, a token, a miracle, a wonder

Notes: This word, likely a form of 'σημεῖον' (sēmeion), refers to a sign, mark, or token. It is often used to denote a miraculous event or a wonder that serves as proof or an indication of something. In ancient texts, it can refer to a physical mark, a symbolic indicator, or a supernatural act demonstrating divine power or authority. The given form 'ΣΗΜΙΑ' is most commonly the nominative or accusative plural of 'σημεῖον', meaning 'signs' or 'miracles'.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΤΕΡΑΣ, ΕΡΓΟΝ, ΔΥΝΑΜΙΣ

Etymology: The word 'σημεῖον' (sēmeion) is derived from 'σῆμα' (sēma), meaning 'mark, sign'. It refers to something that serves as an indicator or a distinguishing mark.

G0235

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: ALL

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΕ, ΠΛΗΝ, ΟΜΩΣ

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

G5526

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ek-hor-TAS-thee-teh

Translations: you were fed, you were satisfied, you were filled

Notes: This word describes the act of being fed or satisfied, often in the sense of having enough food or sustenance. It implies a state of being completely filled or satiated, both physically and sometimes metaphorically.

Inflection: Second Person Plural, Aorist, Indicative, Passive

Synonyms: ΠΛΗΡΟΩ, ΓΕΜΙΖΩ

Etymology: The word ΧΟΡΤΑΖΩ (chortazo) derives from χόρτος (chortos), meaning 'grass' or 'fodder'. Originally, it referred to feeding animals with fodder, and later extended to mean feeding or satisfying people.

G2038

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: er-GAH-zes-thai

Translations: to work, to do, to perform, to labor, to trade, to earn, to accomplish

Notes: This word is the present middle/passive infinitive form of the verb 'ergazomai'. It generally means 'to work' or 'to do' something. It can refer to physical labor, mental effort, or the performance of a task. In some contexts, it can also imply earning a living through work or accomplishing a specific goal. It is often used to describe the act of engaging in an activity or carrying out an action.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΠΟΙΕΙΝ, ΠΡΑΤΤΕΙΝ

Etymology: The word 'ergazomai' comes from 'ergon' (ἔργον), meaning 'work' or 'deed'. It describes the act of performing or engaging in work.

G3306

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: meh-NOO-san

Translations: remaining, abiding, enduring, a remaining one, an abiding one, an enduring one

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'menō', meaning 'to remain' or 'to abide'. As a participle, it describes something that is in the state of remaining or continuing. It can function adjectivally, describing a noun (e.g., 'the remaining house'), or adverbially, indicating the manner or circumstance of an action (e.g., 'remaining, he saw...'). In this form, it refers to a feminine singular entity that is remaining or abiding.

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

Synonyms: ΜΟΝΙΜΟΣ, ΔΙΑΜΕΝΩΝ, ΕΝΔΙΑΤΡΙΒΩΝ

G0166

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ahee-OH-nee-on

Translations: eternal, everlasting, age-long, perpetual, an eternal thing, an everlasting thing

Notes: This word describes something that pertains to an age (αἰών), often implying endless duration or a specific period. It can refer to something that is without end, or something that belongs to a particular age or epoch. It is frequently used to describe the nature of God, life, or punishment, emphasizing their enduring quality.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑΙΔΙΟΣ, ΑΤΕΛΕΥΤΗΤΟΣ

G5207

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: HUI-os

Translations: son, a son

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

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΤΕΚΝΟΝ, ΠΑΙΣ

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

G3778

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective

Sounds like: TOO-ton

Translations: this, this one, him, it

Notes: This word is a demonstrative pronoun or adjective, used to point out something specific that is near in proximity, time, or thought, or something that has just been mentioned. As a pronoun, it can stand in for a noun, meaning 'this one' or 'him/it'. As an adjective, it modifies a noun, meaning 'this' (e.g., 'this house'). In this form, it is masculine singular and in the accusative case, meaning it functions as the direct object of a verb or the object of certain prepositions.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΟΔΕ, ΕΚΕΙΝΟΝ

G1063

Part of Speech: Conjunction

Sounds like: gar

Translations: for, because, indeed, then, therefore

Notes: This word is a postpositive conjunction, meaning it typically appears after the first word in its clause. It introduces a reason, explanation, or confirmation for what has just been stated, often translated as 'for' or 'because'. It can also serve to emphasize a statement or introduce a logical consequence.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΟΤΙ, ΕΠΕΙ, ΟΤΙ

Etymology: The word 'γάρ' (gar) is an ancient Greek conjunction. It is believed to be a contraction of 'γέ ἄρα' (ge ara), combining an emphasizing particle with an inferential particle.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: poy-OH-men

Translations: let us make, let us do, we may make, we may do

Notes: This word means to make, do, create, produce, or perform. It is a very common verb in Koine Greek, used in a wide range of contexts to describe actions and accomplishments. It can refer to physical creation, the performance of deeds, or the bringing about of events. The form "ΠΟΙΩΜΕΝ" specifically indicates a first person plural action in the subjunctive mood, often expressing a suggestion, exhortation, or possibility, such as "let us make" or "we may do."

Inflection: First Person Plural, Present, Active, Subjunctive

Synonyms: ΠΡΑΤΤΩ, ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ, ΤΙΘΗΜΙ

G1722

Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb

Sounds like: EN

Translations: in, on, among, by, with, at, into, to, for, toward, during, through, a, an

Notes: This word is a very common preposition in Koine Greek, meaning 'in', 'on', 'among', 'by', or 'with'. It is used to indicate location, time, or means. When used with the dative case, it typically means 'in', 'on', 'at', or 'among'. When used with the accusative case, it indicates motion 'into' or 'to' a place, or a purpose 'for' something. It can also function as an adverb meaning 'therein' or 'within'.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a preposition). Governs the dative or accusative case.

Synonyms: ΕΠΙ, ΠΡΟΣ, ΔΙΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *en, meaning 'in'. It is a very ancient and fundamental preposition.

G2038

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: er-ga-ZOH-me-tha

Translations: let us work, we may work, we should work, let us labor, we may labor, we should labor

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to work' or 'to labor'. It implies engaging in an activity, performing a task, or exerting effort. It can be used in various contexts, from physical labor to spiritual or intellectual work. The form 'ΕΡΓΑΖΩΜΕΘΑ' is a hortatory subjunctive, often translated as 'let us work' or 'we should work', indicating an exhortation or a suggestion for a collective action.

Inflection: First Person Plural, Present, Middle/Passive Voice, Subjunctive

Synonyms: ΠΟΙΕΩ, ΠΡΑϹϹΩ

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.

G2041

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ER-gon

Translations: work, deed, act, task, labor, a work, a deed

Notes: This word refers to a work, deed, or action. It can encompass a wide range of activities, from physical labor and tasks to moral actions, accomplishments, or even the effects or results of an action. It is often used to describe something that is done or produced.

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΑΞΙΣ, ΔΟΥΛΕΙΑ, ΚΑΤΕΡΓΟΝ

Etymology: From a primary (supposed) verb ERGO (to work); compare English 'erg' and 'energy'.

G649

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-PEH-steh-len

Translations: he sent, he sent away, he dispatched

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

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΠΕΜΠΩ, ΕΞΑΠΟΣΤΕΛΛΩ

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

G1565

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective

Sounds like: eh-KAY-nos

Translations: that, that one, he, she, it, those, they

Notes: This word functions as a demonstrative pronoun or adjective, pointing to something or someone distant in space or time, or referring to a person or thing previously mentioned in discourse. It emphasizes distinction from something nearer or more immediate. It can be translated as 'that' when used as an adjective, or 'that one', 'he', 'she', 'it', 'they', or 'those' when used as a pronoun, depending on context and gender/number.

Inflection: Nominative, Singular, Masculine

Synonyms: ΟΥΤΟΣ, ΟΔΕ

Etymology: From a combination of the demonstrative particle 'eke' (indicating distance) and the pronominal ending '-inos'. It points to something 'over there' or 'that one yonder'.

G4592

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: say-MEH-oh

Translations: sign, a sign, mark, a mark, token, a token, miracle, a miracle, wonder, a wonder

Notes: This word refers to a sign, mark, or token, often indicating something else or serving as evidence. It can also denote a miracle or a wonder, particularly in the context of divine acts or extraordinary events that point to a deeper truth. It is commonly used in the New Testament to describe the miraculous works performed by Jesus and the apostles.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΤΕΡΑΣ, ΕΝΔΕΙΞΙΣ, ΤΥΠΟΣ

Etymology: The word "σημεῖον" (semeion) is derived from the Greek verb "σημαίνω" (semainō), meaning "to show, signify, or indicate." Its root is related to the concept of a mark or a distinguishing feature.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pis-TEV-so-meh

Translations: let us believe, that we may believe, we may believe, let us trust, that we may trust, we may trust

Notes: This word is an inflected form of the verb 'ΠΙΣΤΕΥΩ' (pisteuō), which means 'to believe', 'to trust', or 'to have faith'. In this specific form, it expresses a hortatory or deliberative action, suggesting 'let us believe' or 'that we may believe'. It is used to express a desired or potential action of believing or trusting.

Inflection: First Person Plural, Aorist, Active, Subjunctive

Synonyms: ΠΕΠΟΙΘΑ, ΕΛΠΙΖΩ

G4771

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: SOY

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Second Person

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

G2038

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: er-GAH-zee

Translations: you work, you do, you perform, you practice, you trade, you earn, you labor

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to work', 'to do', 'to perform', or 'to practice'. It can refer to physical labor, mental effort, or the performance of actions. It is often used to describe engaging in an activity or producing something through effort. In some contexts, it can also mean to trade or to earn money through work.

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

Synonyms: ΠΟΙΕΩ, ΠΡΑϹϹΩ, ΚΑΤΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PAH-teh-res

Translations: fathers, parents, ancestors

Notes: This word refers to male parents, or more broadly, to ancestors or forefathers. It can also be used in a spiritual sense to refer to spiritual leaders or founders. In a sentence, it would typically function as the subject or direct address.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Vocative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΓΟΝΟΙ, ΓΟΝΕΙΣ

Etymology: The word 'ΠΑΤΗΡ' comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'father'. It is a very ancient word found across many Indo-European languages.

G3131

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: MAN-nah

Translations: manna, a manna

Notes: This word refers to the miraculous food provided by God to the Israelites during their forty years of wandering in the wilderness after their exodus from Egypt. It is described as a bread-like substance that appeared on the ground each morning. It is used in contexts referring to this specific divine provision.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: The word "manna" is of Hebrew origin, derived from the question "man hu?" meaning "What is it?" which the Israelites asked when they first saw it. It was adopted into Greek and then into other languages.

G5315

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-PHA-go

Translations: I ate, I did eat, I consumed

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

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

Synonyms: ΕΣΘΙΩ, ΒΙΒΡΩΣΚΩ, ΚΑΤΕΣΘΙΩ

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

G2049

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-reh-MOH

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

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

Inflection: First Person Singular, Present Active Indicative

Synonyms: ΑΦΑΝΙΖΩ, ΚΑΤΑΛΥΩ, ΔΙΑΦΘΕΙΡΩ

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

G2531

Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction

Sounds like: KAH-thohss

Translations: just as, even as, according as, as, exactly as, in proportion as, like, according to, inasmuch as

Notes: This is a compound word formed from the preposition κατά (kata, meaning 'down' or 'according to') and the adverb ὡς (hōs, meaning 'as' or 'how'). It functions as an adverb or conjunction, primarily used to introduce a comparison, indicating that something is done or happens in the same way as something else. It can also express correspondence or proportion, meaning 'inasmuch as' or 'to the extent that'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΩΣ, ΚΑΘΑ

Etymology: From the Greek preposition κατά (kata, 'down, according to') and the adverb ὡς (hōs, 'as, how').

G1125

Part of Speech: Participle, Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: ge-GRA-mme-non

Translations: written, a written thing, what is written, scripture

Notes: This word is the perfect passive participle of the verb 'γράφω' (graphō), meaning 'to write'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective, describing something that has been written. When used substantively (as a noun), it refers to 'that which has been written' or 'a writing', often specifically referring to 'Scripture' in a religious context. It indicates a completed action with ongoing results.

Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΒΙΒΛΙΟΝ, ΓΡΑΦΗ

Etymology: The verb 'γράφω' (graphō) comes from Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'to scratch, to carve, to write'.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pah-TEER

Translations: father, a father

Notes: This word refers to a father, whether a biological parent, an ancestor, or God. It is a common term used to denote the male head of a family or lineage, or in a theological context, God as the Father. The apostrophe (coronis) at the end indicates an elision, meaning that the final vowel of the word (in this case, the final 'rho' sound of 'ΠΑΤΗΡ' followed by a vowel) has been dropped because the next word begins with a vowel. Therefore, it represents the word 'ΠΑΤΗΡ' (patēr) before an elision.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine, followed by an elided word

Synonyms: ΓΕΝΝΗΤΩΡ, ΠΡΟΠΑΤΩΡ

Etymology: The word 'ΠΑΤΗΡ' (patēr) comes from Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'father'. It is a fundamental term found across many Indo-European languages.

G228

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-lay-thee-NO

Translations: true, real, genuine, a true, a real, a genuine

Notes: This word describes something as true, real, or genuine, in contrast to what is false, counterfeit, or merely apparent. It emphasizes the inherent nature or reality of a person or thing, often implying authenticity or reliability. It is frequently used to describe God, Christ, or worship that is truly from the heart.

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

Synonyms: ΑΛΗΘΗΣ, ΓΝΗΣΙΟΣ, ΒΕΒΑΙΟΣ

Etymology: Derived from the Koine Greek word ΑΛΗΘΗΣ (ALETHES), meaning 'true'. The suffix -ΙΝΟΣ (-INOS) is used to form adjectives indicating material, origin, or quality, thus emphasizing the 'true' nature or essence of something.

G2597

Part of Speech: Participle

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

Translations: descending, coming down, going down, going ashore, disembarking

Notes: This word is a present active participle of the verb 'to go down' or 'to descend'. It describes an action that is currently happening or ongoing. It can be used to describe someone or something that is physically moving downwards, such as descending a mountain, or metaphorically, such as coming down from heaven. It can also refer to disembarking from a ship or going ashore.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine, Present Active Participle

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΑΤΙΣΧΥΩ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the preposition κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and the verb βαίνω (bainō), meaning 'to go' or 'to step'.

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: DI-doos

Translations: giving, who gives, one who gives

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'δίδωμι' (didōmi), meaning 'to give'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action or state of 'giving' in relation to another part of the sentence. It can be translated as 'giving' or 'one who gives', indicating someone who is currently in the act of giving.

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

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΕΧΩΝ, ΧΑΡΙΖΟΜΕΝΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'δίδωμι' (didōmi) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to give'. It is a reduplicated verb, a common feature in ancient Greek verbs, where the initial syllable is repeated.

G2889

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KOH-smoh

Translations: to the world, for the world, to an adornment, for an adornment, to an order, for an order

Notes: This word is the dative singular form of the noun 'κόσμος' (kosmos). It refers to an orderly arrangement, an adornment, or the world itself, often implying the created universe or humanity. In its dative form, it typically indicates the indirect object of an action, meaning 'to' or 'for' the world, order, or adornment, depending on the context. It can also be used to indicate location or instrument.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΟΥΜΕΝΗ, ΑΙΩΝ

Etymology: The word 'κόσμος' (kosmos) is of uncertain origin, but it is thought to be related to the verb 'κοσμέω' (kosmeō), meaning 'to arrange, to order, to adorn'. It originally referred to order or arrangement, particularly in military or governmental contexts, and later came to mean 'adornment' or 'decoration'. From there, it evolved to describe the ordered universe, and by extension, the world.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: doss

Translations: give

Notes: This word is the second person singular, aorist active imperative form of the verb 'δίδωμι' (didomi), meaning 'to give'. It is used to issue a direct command or instruction to a single person, equivalent to saying 'Give!' or 'You give!'.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Imperative, 2nd Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΕΧΩ, ΧΑΡΙΖΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word δίδωμι (didomi) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *deh₃- meaning 'to give'. It is a reduplicated present stem, a common feature in ancient Greek verbs.

G4095

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: PI-na-see

Translations: to drink, to imbibe, to feast

Notes: This word is likely a misspelling or a very rare/unattested form of the verb 'πίνω' (pinō), meaning 'to drink'. In Koine Greek, the ending '-η' is not typically found in standard conjugations of 'πίνω' in the present or aorist tenses for a third-person singular form. It might be an archaic or dialectal form, or simply a scribal error. If it were a noun, it would be 'πινάκη' (pinakē), meaning 'tablet' or 'board', but the spelling 'ΠΙΝΑΣΗ' does not match this. Therefore, it is most probable that 'ΠΙΝΑΣΗ' is an error for a form of 'πίνω'.

Inflection: Uncertain; possibly a misspelling of a third-person singular verb form (e.g., imperfect, aorist, or subjunctive) or a rare/dialectal variant. If it were a noun, it would be Singular, Dative, Feminine, but the spelling does not match known nouns.

Synonyms: ΠΙΝΩ

Part of Speech: Verb, Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: pis-TEH-oo-ohn

Translations: believing, one who believes, a believer

Notes: This word is the present active participle of the verb 'ΠΙΣΤΕΥΩ' (pisteuō), meaning 'to believe' or 'to trust'. As a participle, it describes an ongoing action of believing or trusting. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun (e.g., 'the believing person'), or substantively, acting as a noun itself (e.g., 'the one who believes' or 'a believer'). It implies a deep conviction, reliance, or faith in someone or something.

Inflection: Present Active Participle, Nominative Singular, Masculine. Can be used adjectivally or substantively.

Synonyms: ΠΕΠΟΙΘΩΣ, ΕΛΠΙΖΩΝ, ΕΧΩΝ ΠΙΣΤΙΝ

G4455

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: POH-po-teh

Translations: ever, at any time, at any point, never (when used with a negative)

Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'ever' or 'at any time'. It is often used in conjunction with a negative particle (like οὐ or μή) to form the meaning 'never' or 'not ever'. For example, 'οὐ πώποτε' means 'never'. It emphasizes the temporal aspect of an action or state.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΟΤΕ, ΠΩΣ

Etymology: This word is a compound adverb formed from the interrogative/indefinite adverb πῶ (pō, 'how, in any way') and the indefinite adverb ποτέ (poté, 'at some time, ever'). The combination emphasizes the 'ever' aspect.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pis-TEV-eh-tai

Translations: is believed, is trusted, is entrusted, is put in trust, is committed

Notes: This is a verb meaning 'to be believed' or 'to be trusted'. It is used to describe something that is generally accepted as true or reliable, or something that is committed into someone's care. It is often used in a passive sense, indicating that the action of believing or trusting is being done to the subject.

Inflection: Present, Indicative, Passive, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΠΕΠΟΙΘΕΤΑΙ, ΕΜΠΙΣΤΕΥΕΤΑΙ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek πίστις (pistis, “faith, trust”) and the suffix -εύω (-euō, forming verbs).

G3956

Part of Speech: Adjective, Pronoun

Sounds like: PAN

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΟΛΟΣ, ΑΠΑΣ

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

G2597

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tah-BEH-bee-kah

Translations: I have come down, I descended, I have gone down

Notes: This word is the first person singular perfect active indicative form of the verb 'καταβαίνω' (katabainō), meaning 'to come down' or 'to go down'. It is a compound verb formed from 'κατά' (kata), meaning 'down', and 'βαίνω' (bainō), meaning 'to go' or 'to step'. The perfect tense indicates a completed action with continuing results, so 'I have come down' implies that the speaker is now in a lower position as a result of a past descent.

Inflection: Perfect, Active, Indicative, 1st Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΑΤΙΣΧΥΩ

Etymology: The verb 'καταβαίνω' (katabainō) is a compound word derived from the preposition 'κατά' (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and the verb 'βαίνω' (bainō), meaning 'to go' or 'to step'. Its etymology reflects the action of moving downwards.

G3756

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: OOKH

Translations: not, no, never

Notes: ΟΥΧʼ is an elided form of the Greek negative adverb ΟΥΚ (ouk), which means 'not' or 'no'. It is used to express a direct and absolute negation, often in declarative sentences. The form ΟΥΧʼ is specifically used before words that begin with a rough breathing (an 'h' sound in ancient Greek pronunciation), indicating an elision of the final 'k' and an aspiration of the 'ch' sound.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΜΗ

Etymology: The word ΟΥΚ (ouk) is an ancient Greek negative particle, likely originating from a Proto-Indo-European root. It is a fundamental word used for negation in the language.

G2307

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: the-LEE-mah

Translations: will, desire, purpose, a will, a desire, a purpose

Notes: This word refers to a will, desire, or purpose, often implying a deliberate intention or choice. It can be used to describe the will of God, the will of a person, or a general intention. It is frequently used in contexts relating to divine purpose or human obedience to that purpose.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΒΟΥΛΗ, ΕΠΙΘΥΜΙΑ

Etymology: From the verb θέλω (thelō), meaning 'to will, wish, desire'. It denotes the result or object of willing.

G3992

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: PEM-psan-tos

Translations: (of) sending, (of) having sent, (of) dispatching, (of) having dispatched

Notes: This word is the genitive singular masculine or neuter form of the aorist active participle of the verb 'πέμπω' (pempō), meaning 'to send' or 'to dispatch'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has already occurred. In the genitive case, it often indicates possession, origin, or the subject of a genitive absolute construction, meaning 'of the one who sent' or 'when he had sent'.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΣΤΕΛΛΩ, ΙΣΤΗΜΙ

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'.

G0450

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: an-as-TEE-soh

Translations: I will raise up, I will cause to rise, I will stand up, I will arise

Notes: This word is the future active indicative form of the verb 'anistemi', meaning 'to raise up' or 'to cause to stand'. It is used to express an action that will happen in the future, often referring to physical rising, resurrection, or establishing something. It can also imply causing someone or something to appear or come into existence.

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

Synonyms: ΕΓΕΙΡΩ, ΟΡΘΟΩ, ΑΝΟΡΘΟΩ

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: OW-toh

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

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

Inflection: Neuter, Nominative or Accusative, Singular

Synonyms: ΟΔΕ, ΟΥΤΟΣ

G3956

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: PAS

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

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

Inflection: Masculine, Singular, Nominative

Synonyms: ΟΛΟΣ, ΑΠΑΣ

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

G2334

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: theh-oh-ROH

Translations: I look at, I behold, I perceive, I see, I observe, I contemplate

Notes: This verb means to look at, behold, or perceive something, often with a sense of careful observation or contemplation. It implies a more deliberate and sustained act of seeing than simply 'to see'. It can be used to describe observing events, people, or phenomena, and often suggests a deeper understanding or insight gained through the act of looking.

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

Synonyms: ΒΛΕΠΩ, ΟΡΑΩ, ΕΠΙΒΛΕΠΩ

Etymology: From theoria (a viewing, contemplation). The word is related to the concept of a 'theoros', a spectator or envoy sent to consult an oracle or attend a festival, implying a purposeful and attentive viewing.

G2192

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EH-khee

Translations: may have, might have, let him have, let her have, let it have

Notes: This is a form of the verb 'ἔχω' (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. Specifically, 'ἔχῃ' is the third person singular present active subjunctive form. It is used to express a potential action, a wish, or a command in a subordinate clause, often translated with 'may' or 'might'. For example, 'that he may have' or 'let him have'.

Inflection: Singular, 3rd Person, Present, Active, Subjunctive

Synonyms: ΚΤΩΜΑΙ, ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ

Etymology: The Koine Greek verb ἔχω (echō) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *seǵʰ-, meaning 'to hold, to have, to overcome'. It is a very common and fundamental verb in Greek.

G1111

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-GONG-goo-zon

Translations: they were grumbling, they grumbled, they murmured

Notes: This word describes the act of grumbling, murmuring, or complaining, often in a low, indistinct voice. It implies dissatisfaction or discontent, typically expressed privately or among a small group rather than openly. It is used to describe people expressing their displeasure or disagreement.

Inflection: 3rd Person Plural, Imperfect Indicative, Active Voice

Synonyms: ΜΕΜΦΟΜΑΙ, ΣΤΕΝΑΖΩ, ΓΟΓΓΥΣΜΟΣ

Etymology: The word is likely onomatopoeic, imitating the sound of grumbling or murmuring. It is related to the noun γογγυσμός (gongysmos), meaning 'grumbling' or 'murmuring'.

G2453

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ee-oo-DAH-ee-oy

Translations: Jews, Jewish people

Notes: This word refers to the inhabitants of Judea, or more broadly, to the Jewish people, descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, who adhere to Judaism. In the New Testament, it often distinguishes them from Gentiles (non-Jews). It is used to describe the ethnic and religious group.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Vocative

Synonyms: ΕΒΡΑΙΟΙ, ΙΣΡΑΗΛΙΤΑΙ

Etymology: From the Hebrew word 'Yehudah' (Judah), referring to the tribe of Judah and later the kingdom of Judah. The Greek form 'Ioudaios' means 'of Judah' or 'a Judean', which then came to mean 'Jew'.

G2501

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ee-oh-SEF

Translations: Joseph

Notes: This is a proper noun referring to the biblical figure Joseph. It is a common name in the New Testament, appearing as the name of Mary's husband, Joseph of Arimathea, and others. The apostrophe at the end (keraia) indicates that this word is being used as a numeral, representing the number 1018.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine, does not inflect when used as a name. When used as a numeral, it represents the number 1018.

Etymology: From Hebrew יוסף (Yosef), meaning 'He will add' or 'He will increase'.

G1111

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: gong-goo-ZEH-tai

Translations: is grumbled, is murmured, is complained

Notes: This word describes the act of grumbling, murmuring, or complaining, often in a low, indistinct voice. It implies a private or subdued expression of discontent, rather than an open or loud protest. It is used here in the passive voice, indicating that the action of grumbling is being done to or by someone, or that the grumbling itself is occurring.

Inflection: Present, Indicative, Passive, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΜΕΜΦΟΜΑΙ, ΣΤΕΝΑΖΩ

Etymology: The word γογγύζω (gongyzō) is likely onomatopoeic, meaning it imitates the sound it describes, similar to the English word 'grumble' or 'murmur'.

G3326

Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb

Sounds like: MEH-tah

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΣΥΝ, ΕΠΙ, ΠΡΟΣ

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

G3762

Part of Speech: Adjective, Pronoun

Sounds like: oo-DEES

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

Notes: This word is a compound word formed from the negative particle 'οὐ' (ou, meaning 'not') and 'εἷς' (heis, meaning 'one'). It functions as an adjective or pronoun, meaning 'no one', 'nobody', 'nothing', or 'not even one'. It is used to express absolute negation or absence. For example, it can be used in a sentence like 'There is no one here' or 'He said nothing'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΟΥΔΕΝ, ΜΗΔΕΙΣ

Etymology: From the negative particle ΟΥ (ou, 'not') and ΕΙΣ (heis, 'one'). It literally means 'not one'.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EL-thin

Translations: to come, to go, to arrive

Notes: ΕΛΘΙΝ is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb ἔρχομαι (erchomai), which means 'to come' or 'to go'. As an infinitive, it functions like the English 'to come' or 'to go', often used to express purpose, result, or as the object of another verb. For example, 'he desired to come' or 'they were ready to go'.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ, ΒΑΙΝΩ

Etymology: The root verb ἔρχομαι (erchomai) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *h₁erǵʰ-, meaning 'to go, to move'. It is a common verb in Koine Greek and has cognates in other Indo-European languages.

G1437

Part of Speech: Conjunction

Sounds like: eh-AHN

Translations: if, when, whenever, although

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΙ

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

G3992

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: PEM-psas

Translations: having sent, one who sent, he who sent, when he had sent

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb 'πέμπω' (pempō), meaning 'to send'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that occurred prior to the main verb. It can be translated as 'having sent' or 'one who sent', indicating the person or thing that performed the action of sending.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΣΤΕΛΛΩ, ΙΣΤΗΜΙ

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.

G1125

Part of Speech: Participle, Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: ge-GRAH-mme-no

Translations: written, having been written, that which is written, a writing, scripture

Notes: This word is the perfect passive participle of the verb 'graphō' (to write). It describes something that has been written and remains in a state of being written. It can function as an adjective, modifying a noun (e.g., 'the written law'), or as a substantive (a noun), referring to 'that which has been written' or 'a writing' itself, often in the context of scripture or a document. It implies a completed action with ongoing results.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΒΙΒΛΙΟΝ, ΕΠΙΣΤΟΛΗ

Etymology: The verb 'graphō' (to write) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to scratch, to carve'.

G1319

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: dee-DAK-toy

Translations: taught, instructed, learned, a taught one, an instructed one

Notes: This word describes someone or something that has been taught or instructed. It is often used to refer to individuals who have received teaching or training, implying that their knowledge or skill comes from external instruction rather than being innate. It can be used in contexts like 'taught by God' or 'taught in war'.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Vocative, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΜΑΘΗΤΗΣ, ΕΚΜΑΘΩΝ

Etymology: From the verb διδάσκω (didaskō), meaning 'to teach'. It refers to that which is 'teachable' or 'taught'.

G3844

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: pah-RAH

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΕΠΙ, ΥΠΟ

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

G3129

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: mah-THOHN

Translations: having learned, learning, when he learned, after learning

Notes: ΜΑΘΩΝ is an aorist active participle derived from the verb ΜΑΝΘΑΝΩ, meaning 'to learn' or 'to understand'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has been completed before or at the same time as the main verb of the sentence. It often conveys the sense of 'having learned' or 'after learning' something, indicating a completed action that leads to or explains the subsequent event.

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

Synonyms: ΓΝΟΥΣ, ΕΙΔΩΣ

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.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pah-TEER

Translations: father, a father, (of) father, (to) father

Notes: This is a scribal abbreviation for the Koine Greek word ΠΑΤΗΡ (patēr), meaning 'father'. It refers to a male parent or an ancestor. It can also be used metaphorically for a founder, originator, or a respected elder. The overline indicates that it is an abbreviation, with the missing letters (ΤΗ) being implied.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΓΕΝΝΗΤΩΡ, ΠΡΟΓΟΝΟΣ

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

G0599

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-peh-THAH-no

Translations: I died, he died, she died, it died

Notes: This word is an inflected form of the verb 'apothnesko', meaning 'to die' or 'to be dead'. Specifically, 'apethano' is the first or third person singular, aorist active indicative form. It describes a completed action of dying that occurred in the past, often translated as 'I died' or 'he/she/it died'. It can be used in various contexts to refer to physical death, but also metaphorically to describe a cessation or end of something.

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

Synonyms: ΤΕΛΕΥΤΑΩ, ΕΚΠΝΕΩ

G2597

Part of Speech: Verb

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

Translations: go down, come down, descend, step down

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition 'κατά' (down, against) and the verb 'βαίνω' (to go, walk). It means to go down, come down, or descend. It is often used to describe movement from a higher place to a lower one, or from the sea to the land, or from a city to a lower region. It can also be used metaphorically.

Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, First Person Singular

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΑΤΙΣΧΥΩ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the Greek preposition κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and the verb βαίνω (bainō), meaning 'to go' or 'to walk'.

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.

G2198

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ZAY-see

Translations: he will live, she will live, it will live, you will live

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to live' or 'to be alive'. It is in the future tense, indicating an action that will happen. It can be used to describe someone or something that will experience life or continue to exist. In the provided examples, it is used in the second person singular ('you will live') and third person singular ('he/she/it will live') forms.

Inflection: Future, Indicative, Active, Third Person Singular or Second Person Singular

Synonyms: ΒΙΟΩ, ΥΠΑΡΧΩ

Etymology: From a primary verb, meaning 'to live'.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: DOH-soh

Translations: I will give, I will grant, I will bestow, I will put, I will place

Notes: This word is the first person singular future active indicative form of the verb 'δίδωμι' (didomi), meaning 'to give'. It indicates an action that the speaker will perform in the future, such as 'I will give' or 'I will grant'. It is commonly used to express promises, intentions, or future actions of giving or providing something.

Inflection: Future Active Indicative, 1st Person Singular

Synonyms: ΔΩΣΕΙ, ΔΩΣΟΜΕΝ

Etymology: The word 'δίδωμι' (didomi) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *deh₃- meaning 'to give'. It is a reduplicated present stem, a common feature in ancient Greek verbs.

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'.

G2889

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KOS-moo

Translations: (of) world, (of) universe, (of) adornment, (of) order, (of) a world, (of) an adornment

Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of the noun 'ΚΟΣΜΟΣ' (kosmos). It refers to the world, the universe, or the created order. It can also mean an adornment, decoration, or arrangement. In a sentence, it often indicates possession or origin, such as 'of the world' or 'belonging to the world'.

Inflection: Genitive, Singular, Masculine

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΟΥΜΕΝΗΣ, ΑΙΩΝΟΣ, ΚΟΣΜΗΜΑΤΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'ΚΟΣΜΟΣ' comes from the Greek verb 'κοσμέω' (kosmeō), meaning 'to arrange' or 'to put in order'. From this, it developed the sense of an orderly arrangement, then an adornment, and finally the ordered universe or world.

G4561

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: SARX

Translations: flesh, a flesh, body, a body, human nature, a human nature, mankind, a mankind

Notes: This word refers to flesh, the physical body, or human nature. In a broader sense, it can also refer to humanity or mankind. It is often used to contrast the physical, earthly aspect of existence with the spiritual.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΩΜΑ, ΑΝΘΡΩΠΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΣΑΡΞ (sarx) is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek. It has cognates in other Indo-European languages, but its precise etymological root is not definitively established.

G3164

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-MAH-khon-toh

Translations: they were fighting, they fought, they contended, they struggled

Notes: This word is the third person plural imperfect middle/passive indicative form of the verb 'μαχομαι' (machomai). It describes an ongoing or repeated action in the past, indicating that 'they' were engaged in a fight, struggle, or contention. It can also imply a reciprocal action, meaning they were fighting among themselves or against each other.

Inflection: Third Person, Plural, Imperfect, Indicative, Middle or Passive Voice

Synonyms: ΠΟΛΕΜΕΩ, ΑΓΩΝΙΖΟΜΑΙ

G0302

Part of Speech: Particle

Sounds like: AN

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΑΝ, ΟΤΑΝ, ΟΠΟΥ

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

G5315

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: fah-GEE-tai

Translations: eat, may eat, should eat, will eat

Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'to eat'. It is used to describe the action of consuming food. Depending on context, it can express a potential action (may eat, should eat) or a future action (will eat). It is often found in clauses expressing purpose or condition.

Inflection: Third Person, Singular or Plural, Aorist, Subjunctive, Middle Voice

Synonyms: ΕΣΘΙΩ, ΒΙΒΡΩΣΚΩ

Etymology: The word ΦΑΓΩ (phago) is an irregular verb in Koine Greek, serving as the aorist stem for the verb ἐσθίω (esthio), meaning 'to eat'. Its origin can be traced back to Proto-Indo-European roots related to eating or consuming.

G1438

Part of Speech: Reflexive Pronoun

Sounds like: eh-ah-TOYS

Translations: (to) themselves, (for) themselves, themselves, (among) themselves

Notes: This is a reflexive pronoun, meaning 'himself, herself, itself, themselves'. It is used when the action of the verb is directed back to the subject of the sentence. For example, 'they gave to themselves' or 'they saw themselves'. It emphasizes that the subject is both the actor and the recipient of the action.

Inflection: Dative, Plural, All genders (Masculine, Feminine, Neuter)

Etymology: From Ancient Greek, a compound of the reflexive pronoun 'ἑός' (heos, 'his own') and the intensive pronoun 'αὐτός' (autos, 'self').

Part of Speech: Article

Sounds like: TAYN

Translations: the

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

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

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

G0227

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-lay-THAYS

Translations: true, real, genuine, truthful, a true one, a real one

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'true' or 'real'. It describes something that is not false, counterfeit, or imaginary, but rather corresponds to reality or fact. It can refer to a person who is truthful, a statement that is accurate, or a thing that is authentic. It is often used to emphasize the genuine nature of something.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΕΤΥΜΟΣ, ΓΝΗΣΙΟΣ, ΑΛΗΘΙΝΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'ΑΛΗΘΗΣ' (alēthēs) comes from the Greek prefix 'α-' (a-), meaning 'not' or 'un-', and 'λήθη' (lēthē), meaning 'forgetfulness' or 'oblivion'. Thus, it literally means 'un-forgetting' or 'not hidden', implying that which is revealed, evident, and therefore true.

G1035

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: BROH-sis

Translations: food, a food, eating, meat, consumption

Notes: This word refers to the act of eating or the food itself. It can denote physical sustenance or, in a metaphorical sense, spiritual nourishment or the act of consuming something. It is used to describe what is eaten or the process of consuming it.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative or Vocative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΤΡΟΦΗ, ΕΔΕΣΜΑ, ΣΙΤΟΣ

Etymology: From the verb βιβρώσκω (bibrosko), meaning 'to eat'. It refers to the act or result of eating.

G5176

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: TROH-goh

Translations: eat, chew, gnaw, munch

Notes: This verb describes the act of eating, often with the connotation of chewing, crunching, or gnawing, rather than simply consuming. It implies a more literal and sometimes vigorous act of eating, like an animal chewing its food. It can be used in both literal and metaphorical contexts, such as consuming food or metaphorically 'eating' someone's flesh or words.

Inflection: Present Active Indicative, 1st Person Singular

Synonyms: ΕΣΘΙΩ, ΦΑΓΩ

Etymology: The origin of this word is uncertain, but it is thought to be an onomatopoeic word, mimicking the sound of chewing or gnawing.

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'.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pa-TEH-ra

Translations: Father, a Father

Notes: This word is a scribal abbreviation for ΠΑΤΕΡΑ (PATERA), meaning 'Father'. It is the accusative singular form of the noun ΠΑΤΗΡ (PATER), which means 'father'. In ancient Greek manuscripts, scribes often abbreviated common words, especially sacred names (nomina sacra), by using an overline to indicate the contraction. This particular abbreviation, ‾ΠΡ‾Α, is used when the word 'Father' is the direct object of a verb or preposition, such as 'towards the Father' or 'I live because of the Father'.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'father'.

G2532, G1565

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun

Sounds like: kah-KAY-nos

Translations: and that one, and he, and that, and those, and she, and it

Notes: This word is a crasis (contraction) of the conjunction 'καὶ' (and, also, even) and the demonstrative pronoun 'ἐκεῖνος' (that one, he, she, it). It means 'and that one' or 'and he/she/it', often referring to someone or something previously mentioned or understood from context. It can be used to introduce a new subject or object that is also related to the previous statement.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΙ ΟΥΤΟΣ, ΚΑΙ ΑΥΤΟΣ

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'.

G0599

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-peh-THA-non

Translations: I died, they died, he died, she died, it died

Notes: This is the aorist indicative form of the verb 'to die'. It describes an action of dying that occurred in the past. Depending on the context, it can mean 'I died' (first person singular) or 'they died' (third person plural), or even 'he/she/it died' (third person singular, though less common for this specific ending in Koine Greek). It is used to state that someone or something ceased to live.

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

Synonyms: ΤΕΛΕΥΤΑΩ, ΕΚΠΝΕΩ

G0740

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: AR-tos

Translations: bread, a bread, loaf, a loaf

Notes: This word is likely a misspelling or an unusual truncation of the Koine Greek word 'ΑΡΤΟΣ' (artos), which means 'bread' or 'loaf'. It refers to a staple food item, often made from grain, and is used in various contexts, including daily sustenance and religious rituals. In the provided examples, the word 'ΑΡΤΟ' does not appear in a recognizable form. The examples contain words like 'ΕΞΗΜΑΡΤΟΝ' and 'ΗΜΑΡΤΟΜΕΝ', which are forms of the verb 'ἁμαρτάνω' (hamartanō), meaning 'to sin' or 'to miss the mark', and are unrelated to 'bread'.

Inflection: Unknown or misspelled form of a Masculine, Singular noun. The standard inflections for 'ΑΡΤΟΣ' are Nominative 'ΑΡΤΟΣ', Genitive 'ΑΡΤΟΥ', Dative 'ΑΡΤΩ', and Accusative 'ΑΡΤΟΝ'.

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is related to words for 'food' or 'nourishment' in other Indo-European languages.

G4864

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: soon-ah-go-GAY

Translations: assembly, a gathering, congregation, synagogue, a synagogue

Notes: This word refers to a gathering or assembly of people, often for religious purposes. It can also specifically denote a synagogue, which was a place of assembly for Jewish worship and instruction. It is a compound word formed from 'σύν' (together with) and 'ἄγω' (to lead, to bring).

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

Synonyms: ΕΚΚΛΗΣΙΑ, ΣΥΝΕΔΡΙΟΝ, ΟΧΛΟΣ

Etymology: From the Greek verb 'συνάγω' (synago), meaning 'to bring together' or 'to assemble'. This verb is formed from 'σύν' (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and 'ἄγω' (ago), meaning 'to lead' or 'to bring'.

G4864

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: soo-nah-go-GAY

Translations: synagogue, a synagogue, assembly, a gathering, congregation, a congregation

Notes: This word, likely a misspelling of 'ΣΥΝΑΓΩΓΗ' (synagoge), refers to a gathering or assembly of people, particularly for religious purposes. It is most commonly used to denote a Jewish synagogue, which served as a place of worship, teaching, and community gathering. It can also refer more broadly to any collection or bringing together of individuals.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative

Synonyms: ΕΚΚΛΗΣΙΑ, ΟΜΙΛΙΑ

Etymology: The word 'ΣΥΝΑΓΩΓΗ' (synagoge) comes from the Greek verb 'συνάγω' (synago), meaning 'to bring together' or 'to assemble'. It is formed from 'συν' (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and 'ἄγω' (ago), meaning 'to lead' or 'to bring'.

G1321

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-DAS-koh

Translations: teach, instruct, a teacher, an instructor

Notes: This word means to teach, instruct, or impart knowledge. It is used to describe the act of conveying information, skills, or principles to others. It can refer to formal teaching in a classroom setting or informal instruction in daily life. It often implies a relationship where one person guides or educates another.

Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, First Person Singular

Synonyms: ΜΑΝΘΑΝΩ, ΠΑΙΔΕΥΩ, ΚΑΤΗΧΕΩ

Etymology: The word διδάσκω is of uncertain origin, but it is thought to be related to the Proto-Indo-European root *dens-, meaning 'to learn' or 'to teach'. It is an ancient Greek word that has been in continuous use since classical times.

G0191

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: ah-KOO-san-tes

Translations: having heard, those who heard, after hearing

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'to hear'. It describes an action of hearing that has been completed, often functioning adjectivally or adverbially to modify a noun or describe the circumstances of another action. It can refer to people who have heard something, or indicate that an action occurred after the act of hearing.

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

Synonyms: ΥΠΑΚΟΥΣΑΝΤΕΣ, ΠΡΟΣΕΧΟΝΤΕΣ

G4642

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: sklee-ROS

Translations: hard, harsh, severe, difficult, stubborn, obstinate, rough, cruel

Notes: This word describes something as hard, harsh, or severe. It can refer to physical hardness, like a hard stone, or to a person's character, meaning stubborn, obstinate, or unyielding. It can also describe a situation or task as difficult or burdensome.

Inflection: Nominative, Singular, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΥΣΤΗΡΟΣ, ΔΥΣΚΟΛΟΣ, ΣΚΛΗΡΟΚΑΡΔΙΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΣΚΛΗΡΟΣ comes from an ancient Greek root meaning 'hard' or 'dry'. It is related to words describing dryness and rigidity.

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.

G1438

Part of Speech: Reflexive Pronoun

Sounds like: eh-ah-TOH

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Feminine or Neuter

G1111

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: gong-goo-ZOO-sin

Translations: murmur, grumble, complain

Notes: This word describes the act of murmuring, grumbling, or complaining, often in a low, indistinct voice. It implies dissatisfaction or discontent, and is frequently used in contexts where people are expressing their displeasure, often against authority or a situation. It can be used to describe a collective expression of discontent.

Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, Third Person Plural

Synonyms: ΜΕΜΦΟΜΑΙ, ΔΙΑΓΟΓΓΥΖΩ, ΣΤΕΝΑΖΩ

Etymology: The word Γογγύζω is likely onomatopoeic, meaning it imitates the sound it describes, similar to the English word 'grumble'. It is thought to be of imitative origin, reflecting the low, indistinct sound of murmuring or grumbling.

G4624

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: skan-dah-LEE-zee

Translations: to cause to stumble, to cause to fall, to cause to offend, to cause to sin, to cause to be offended, to cause to take offense

Notes: This word is an inflected form of the verb 'σκανδαλίζω' (skandalizo), meaning to cause someone to stumble, fall, or be offended. It describes the act of putting an obstacle or temptation in someone's path that leads them to sin or abandon their faith. The 'I' ending suggests a potential misspelling or a very specific, less common inflection.

Inflection: It appears to be a misspelling or an unusual inflection of the verb 'σκανδαλίζω'. It does not correspond to a standard Koine Greek inflection for this verb.

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΚΟΠΤΩ, ΠΤΩΜΑ

G0305

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: ah-nah-BAH-ee-non-tah

Translations: going up, ascending, rising, coming up, climbing, embarking

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'ΑΝΑΒΑΙΝΩ' (anabainō), meaning 'to go up' or 'to ascend'. It describes an action of moving upwards, whether physically climbing, rising, or embarking onto something. It can be used to describe someone or something that is in the process of ascending or has ascended. The form 'ΑΝΑΒΕΝΟΝΤΑ' is a common scribal variant or misspelling of 'ΑΝΑΒΑΙΝΟΝΤΑ'.

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

Synonyms: ΑΝΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΑΝΙΣΤΑΜΑΙ, ΑΝΕΒΗΝ

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'.

G2227

Part of Speech: Participle, Verb

Sounds like: zoh-oh-poy-OON

Translations: making alive, giving life, quickening, to make alive, to give life, to quicken

Notes: This word describes the act of making something alive or giving it life. It can refer to God's power to bring life to the dead or to spiritual quickening. As a participle, it functions like an adjective, describing something that is 'making alive'. As a verb, it means 'to make alive'.

Inflection: Present, Active, Participle (Neuter, Nominative/Accusative, Singular) or Verb (3rd Person, Plural, Present, Active, Indicative)

Synonyms: ΖΩΟΓΟΝΕΩ, ΖΩΟΠΟΙΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΖΩΟΠΟΙΕΩ is a compound word formed from ΖΩΟΣ (ZOOS), meaning 'alive' or 'living', and ΠΟΙΕΩ (POIEO), meaning 'to make' or 'to do'. Thus, it literally means 'to make alive'.

G4561

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: sarx

Translations: flesh, body, human nature, sinful nature, a body, a human nature

Notes: This word refers to flesh, the physical body, or human nature in general. In a theological context, it can also denote the sinful or unredeemed aspect of human nature. The apostrophe at the end (keraia) indicates that this word is also used as a numeral, representing the number 200. However, in most contexts, it refers to 'flesh' or 'body'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΩΜΑ, ΧΡΩΣ

Etymology: The origin of this word is uncertain, but it is believed to be of pre-Greek or non-Indo-European origin.

G5623

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: oh-feh-LEH-ee

Translations: profits, benefits, helps, avails, is useful, is profitable

Notes: This verb means to be profitable, to benefit, or to help. It is often used to describe something that brings advantage or gain, or to indicate that an action or thing is useful or effective. In the provided examples, it conveys the sense of something being of no benefit or not availing.

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

Synonyms: ΣΥΜΦΕΡΩ, ΧΡΗΣΙΜΕΥΩ

Etymology: The word ὠφελέω (ōpheleō) is derived from the noun ὄφελος (ophelos), meaning 'advantage' or 'profit'. It signifies the act of bringing advantage or being beneficial.

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: leh-LAH-lee-kah

Translations: I have spoken, I have said, I have talked

Notes: This is a verb in the perfect active indicative tense, first person singular. It means 'I have spoken' or 'I have said'. The perfect tense indicates an action completed in the past with continuing results or relevance in the present. It describes the state resulting from a past action.

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

Synonyms: ΕΙΠΟΝ, ΛΕΓΩ, ΦΗΜΙ

Etymology: The word ΛΑΛΕΩ is of uncertain origin, possibly onomatopoeic, imitating the sound of babbling or chattering. It is related to the idea of uttering sounds or speaking.

G2222

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: DZOH-ay

Translations: life, a life

Notes: This word refers to life in its broadest sense, encompassing both physical and spiritual existence. It can denote the principle of life, the period of life, or the way of life. It is often used to describe the state of being alive, as well as the quality of that existence, particularly in a spiritual or eternal context.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΒΙΟΣ, ΨΥΧΗ

Etymology: From the verb ζάω (zaō), meaning 'to live'. It is related to the concept of vital breath and existence.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pis-TEH-oo-sin

Translations: they believe, they are believing, they trust, they are trusting, they have faith, they are having faith

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to believe', 'to trust', or 'to have faith'. It describes the action of placing one's confidence or reliance in someone or something. It is often used in the context of religious faith, indicating belief in God or a divine message, but can also refer to trusting in a person or an object. It is the third person plural present active indicative form of the verb.

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

Synonyms: ΠΕΠΟΙΘΑ, ΕΛΠΙΖΩ, ΠΕΙΘΟΜΑΙ

G0575

Part of Speech: Preposition, Prefix

Sounds like: AP

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΚ, ΠΑΡΑ

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

G0746

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ar-KHAYS

Translations: of beginning, of rule, of ruler, of authority, of origin, of first place, of chief, of a ruler, of a chief

Notes: This word refers to the beginning of something, the first in a series, or the origin. It can also denote a position of authority, rule, or a person holding such a position, like a ruler or chief. In the provided examples, it appears in the genitive case, indicating possession or relationship, such as 'of the beginning' or 'of the ruler'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΚΕΦΑΛΗΣ, ΗΓΕΜΟΝΟΣ, ΠΡΩΤΟΥ

G4990

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: so-TAYR

Translations: Savior, Deliverer, Preserver

Notes: This word, ΣΩΤΗΡ, refers to a savior, deliverer, or preserver. It is used to describe someone who brings salvation, rescue, or safety. In a religious context, it often refers to God or Christ as the ultimate Savior. The final apostrophe (ʼ) is a coronis, indicating an elision or crasis, but in this specific word, it is most likely a keraia, a numerical symbol. However, ΣΩΤΗΡ' as a number is not a standard representation, making it highly probable that the apostrophe is a typographical error or a non-standard mark, and the word intended is simply ΣΩΤΗΡ.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΡΥΣΤΗΣ, ΣΩΣΤΗΡ

Etymology: From the verb ΣΩΖΩ (SOZO), meaning 'to save, deliver, preserve'.

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: MEL-lohn

Translations: about to, going to, destined to, future

Notes: This word is a present active participle of the verb 'μέλλω' (mellō), meaning 'to be about to' or 'to intend to'. It indicates an action that is imminent, impending, or destined to occur. It often functions like a future tense auxiliary verb in English, showing that the subject is on the verge of doing something or that something is about to happen.

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

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is related to words signifying delay or hesitation, evolving to mean 'to be about to' or 'to intend'.

G3860

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-ra-DI-do-nai

Translations: to hand over, to deliver, to betray, to commit, to entrust, to give up, to transmit

Notes: This word means to hand over, deliver, or transmit something or someone. It can be used in various contexts, such as handing over a person to authorities, delivering goods, or transmitting traditions or teachings. It can also carry the negative connotation of betraying someone or surrendering something.

Inflection: Infinitive, Present, Active

Synonyms: ΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΑΠΟΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΕΓΧΕΙΡΙΖΩ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the preposition ΠΑΡΑ (para), meaning 'beside, by, along', and the verb ΔΙΔΩΜΙ (didomi), meaning 'to give'. Thus, it literally means 'to give alongside' or 'to give over'.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EL-thayn

Translations: to come, to go, to arrive

Notes: This word is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'ἔρχομαι' (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go'. As an infinitive, it expresses the action of coming or going without specifying a subject or a particular tense relative to the main verb in a sentence. It often functions similarly to 'to come' or 'to go' in English, indicating purpose or result.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΗΚΩ, ΒΑΙΝΩ, ΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The verb ἔρχομαι (erchomai) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to move' or 'to go'. It is a very common verb in ancient Greek and its various forms are found throughout Greek literature and the New Testament.

Part of Speech: Participle, Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: deh-DOH-meh-non

Translations: given, granted, bestowed, a gift, a thing given, that which has been given

Notes: This word is the perfect passive participle (neuter singular) of the verb 'δίδωμι' (didomi), meaning 'to give'. It describes something that has been given or granted. It can function as an adjective, meaning 'given' or 'granted', or as a noun, referring to 'that which has been given' or 'a gift'. It often implies something that is established, provided, or entrusted.

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

Synonyms: ΔΩΡΟΝ, ΔΟΣΙΣ, ΧΑΡΙΣ

Etymology: The word δίδωμι comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to give'. It is a reduplicated present stem, indicating a continuous or repeated action of giving.

G3765

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: OO-keh-tee

Translations: no longer, no more, not yet, not still

Notes: This word is a compound adverb formed from ΟΥΚ (not) and ΕΤΙ (yet, still). It signifies the cessation of a state or action, meaning 'no longer' or 'no more'. It indicates that something that was true or happening previously is no longer the case. For example, if someone 'no longer' does something, it means they used to do it but have stopped.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΥΚΕΤΙ

Etymology: This word is a compound of the negative particle ΟΥΚ (not) and the adverb ΕΤΙ (yet, still). Its meaning is derived directly from the combination of these two elements.

G5210

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: hoo-MEES

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

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

Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Dative

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

G2309

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: theh-LEH-tai

Translations: you want, you wish, you desire, you are willing

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to want,' 'to wish,' or 'to desire.' It is used to express a person's will, intention, or preference. In the provided examples, it appears in the second person plural, indicating 'you (plural) want' or 'do you (plural) want?' It can be used in questions or statements about what a group of people desires to do.

Inflection: Second Person, Plural, Present, Indicative or Subjunctive, Active

Synonyms: ΒΟΥΛΟΜΑΙ, ΕΠΙΘΥΜΩ

Etymology: The word 'θέλω' (thelo) comes from an ancient Greek root, possibly related to Proto-Indo-European roots signifying 'to wish' or 'to choose.' It has been consistently used throughout various periods of Greek to express will and desire.

G5100

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: TEE-nah

Translations: who, what, which, some, any, a certain one, something, anything

Notes: ΤΙΝΑ is an inflected form of the pronoun/adjective ΤΙΣ. As an interrogative, it asks 'who?', 'what?', or 'which?'. As an indefinite, it means 'someone', 'something', 'anyone', 'anything', 'a certain one', or 'some'. Its meaning depends heavily on context and whether it is used in a question or a statement. It can function as both a pronoun standing alone or an adjective modifying a noun.

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

G565

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-pel-ef-SOH-meh-tha

Translations: we will go away, we will depart, we will leave

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the prefix 'apo-' (meaning 'from' or 'away from'), 'ex-' (meaning 'out of' or 'from'), and the verb 'erchomai' (meaning 'to come' or 'to go'). It signifies the action of going away, departing, or leaving a place or situation. It is used to express a future action of moving away.

Inflection: First Person, Plural, Future, Indicative, Middle/Passive

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΒΑΙΝΩ, ΑΝΑΧΩΡΕΩ, ΕΞΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The root verb ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ (erchomai) means 'to come' or 'to go'. It is an ancient Greek verb with a complex etymology, tracing back to Proto-Indo-European roots related to movement. The prefixes ΑΠΟ (apo) and ΕΞ (ex) modify its meaning to indicate movement away from or out of something.

G0166

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ahee-OH-nee-oo

Translations: of eternal, of everlasting, of age-long, of perpetual

Notes: This word describes something that is eternal, everlasting, or pertaining to an age or eon. It signifies a duration that is either without end or of a very long, indefinite period, often referring to a quality rather than just a quantity of time. It is used to describe things like eternal life, eternal glory, or eternal punishment.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Feminine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΑΙΔΙΟΣ, ΑΤΕΛΕΥΤΗΤΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΑΙΩΝΙΟΣ (aionios) is derived from the noun ΑΙΩΝ (aion), meaning 'age' or 'eon'. It describes that which pertains to or is characteristic of an age or eternity.

G0040

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: HAH-gee-os

Translations: holy, sacred, pure, saint, a saint

Notes: This word describes something or someone as holy, sacred, or set apart for God. It can refer to God Himself, to people who are consecrated to God, or to things that are dedicated to religious use. It is often used in a moral sense to describe purity or righteousness. When used as a noun, it refers to a saint or a holy one.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΌΣΙΟΣ, ΚΑΘΑΡΟΣ, ΙΕΡΟΣ

Etymology: The etymology of ΑΓΙΟΣ is uncertain, but it is thought to be related to words meaning 'awe' or 'reverence', suggesting something that inspires veneration and is set apart.

G3780

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: OO-khee

Translations: no, not, by no means, certainly not

Notes: This word is a strong negative particle, used to express an emphatic 'no' or 'not'. It is often used when the speaker expects a negative answer or wants to strongly deny something. It can stand alone as an answer or be used to negate a verb or a phrase, emphasizing the denial more strongly than a simple 'οὐ'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΥ, ΜΗ

Etymology: From οὐ (ou) and the enclitic particle χί (chi), which adds emphasis. It is a strengthened form of the simple negative particle οὐ.

G1586

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ex-eh-LEK-sah-men

Translations: I chose, I selected, I picked out

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἐκ (ek, meaning 'out of' or 'from') and the verb λέγομαι (legomai, the middle/passive voice of λέγω, legō, meaning 'to say' or 'to gather'). Together, it means 'to choose out for oneself' or 'to select'. It implies a deliberate act of choosing from a group, often with a sense of personal interest or benefit. In the provided context, it refers to God choosing a specific fast.

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

Synonyms: ΑΙΡΕΟΜΑΙ, ΕΚΛΕΓΩ

Etymology: The verb ἐκλέγομαι (eklegomai) is derived from the preposition ἐκ (ek, 'out of, from') and the verb λέγω (legō, 'to pick, gather, choose, say'). The middle voice emphasizes the action being done for oneself or on one's own behalf.

G1228

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: dee-AH-boh-los

Translations: devil, slanderer, accuser, a devil, a slanderer, an accuser

Notes: This word refers to an accuser, slanderer, or adversary. In a theological context, it specifically refers to the Devil, the chief evil spirit. It is a compound word formed from 'διά' (dia), meaning 'through' or 'across', and 'βάλλω' (ballo), meaning 'to throw' or 'to cast'. Thus, it literally means 'one who throws across' or 'one who casts through', implying one who throws accusations or slanders.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΣΑΤΑΝΑΣ, ΑΝΤΙΚΕΙΜΕΝΟΣ, ΠΕΙΡΑΖΩΝ

Etymology: From the Greek verb διαβάλλω (diaballō), meaning 'to slander, accuse, or attack'. This verb is formed from διά (dia), 'through, across', and βάλλω (ballō), 'to throw, cast'. The noun thus describes one who 'throws accusations across' or 'casts slanders'.

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.

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