2001 Translation

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: kahee

Translations: and, also, even, but, then

Notes: ΚΑΙ is a very common conjunction in Koine Greek, primarily meaning 'and' to connect words, phrases, or clauses. It can also function as an adverb, emphasizing a word or phrase with meanings like 'also' or 'even'. In some contexts, it can introduce a contrast, similar to 'but', or indicate sequence, meaning 'then'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: The word ΚΑΙ is an ancient particle, tracing its origins back to Proto-Indo-European. It has remained remarkably stable in form and function throughout the history of the Greek language.

G4334

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: pros-EL-thon-tes

Translations: having come to, approaching, drawing near, coming forward, those who came to, when they came to

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb 'προσέρχομαι' (proserchomai), meaning 'to come to' or 'to approach'. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred or is occurring in relation to the main verb of the sentence. It often functions adverbially, indicating the circumstances or time of an action, such as 'when they came to' or 'after they had approached'. It can also function adjectivally, describing 'those who came to'.

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

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΕΓΓΙΖΩ, ΠΑΡΑΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ

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.

G5330

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: fah-ree-SAI-oy

Translations: Pharisees

Notes: The Pharisees were a prominent Jewish religious and political party or school of thought in ancient Judea during the Second Temple period. They emphasized strict adherence to the Mosaic Law and oral traditions, often contrasting with the Sadducees. They were influential among the common people and are frequently mentioned in the New Testament.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Masculine

Etymology: The word "Pharisee" comes from the Aramaic word "perishaya," meaning "separated ones." This likely refers to their separation from ritual impurity or from other Jewish groups.

G4523

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: sahd-doo-KAI-oy

Translations: Sadducees

Notes: The Sadducees were a prominent Jewish sect during the Second Temple period, known for their strict adherence to the written Torah and rejection of oral traditions and the concept of resurrection. They were often associated with the priestly and aristocratic classes in Jerusalem.

Inflection: Nominative, Masculine, Plural

Etymology: The name 'Sadducees' is believed to derive from Zadok, the high priest during the time of King David and Solomon, suggesting a connection to the priestly lineage.

G3985

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: pei-RAH-zon-tes

Translations: tempting, testing, trying, putting to the test, those who tempt, those who test, those who try

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'peirazo'. It describes an ongoing action of testing, trying, or tempting. It can refer to individuals who are actively engaged in such an action, often implying a challenge or an attempt to discover someone's character or limits. In a negative sense, it can mean to tempt someone to do evil.

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

Synonyms: ΔΟΚΙΜΑΖΟΝΤΕΣ, ΕΚΠΕΙΡΑΖΟΝΤΕΣ

G1905

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ep-ay-ROH-tohn

Translations: they were asking, they were questioning, they were inquiring

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to ask' or 'to question'. It describes an action of seeking information or clarification from someone. It is often used in contexts where people are posing questions, sometimes with an implication of persistent or repeated questioning. It is a compound word formed from 'ΕΠΙ' (upon, to) and 'ΕΡΩΤΑΩ' (to ask).

Inflection: Imperfect Indicative, Active, Third Person Plural

Synonyms: ΕΡΩΤΑΩ, ΑΙΤΕΩ, ΠΥΝΘΑΝΟΜΑΙ

G2065

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-roh-TAY-san

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΑΙΤΕΩ, ΠΥΝΘΑΝΟΜΑΙ, ΖΗΤΕΩ

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

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

G4592

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: say-MEH-on

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

Notes: This word refers to a sign, a mark, or a token. In a broader sense, it can also denote a miracle or a wonder, especially one that serves as a divine attestation or a significant indicator of something. It is often used to point to something beyond itself, like a warning, a proof, or an event that reveals God's power. The spelling 'ΣΗΜΙΟΝ' is a common misspelling or variant of 'ΣΗΜΕΙΟΝ' in ancient manuscripts.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΤΕΡΑΣ, ΕΝΔΕΙΞΙΣ

Etymology: The word ΣΗΜΕΙΟΝ (semeion) is derived from the verb σημαίνω (semaino), meaning 'to show, signify, indicate'. It refers to anything that serves to point out or indicate something else.

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.

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.

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'.

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.

G0611

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-po-kree-THEIS

Translations: having answered, answering, replied, having replied

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'apokrinomai', meaning 'to answer' or 'to reply'. It describes an action that has already occurred or is occurring, often functioning adverbially to indicate that someone spoke in response to something. It is frequently used in narrative contexts to introduce a character's response.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΚΡΙΝΟΜΕΝΟΣ, ΕΙΠΩΝ

G1074

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: geh-neh-AH

Translations: generation, an age, a race, a kind, a generation, an age

Notes: This word refers to a generation, meaning a period of time (typically around 30-40 years), or a group of people born around the same time. It can also denote a race, lineage, or family, or even a particular kind or class of people. It is used to describe a succession of people or a specific era.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΓΕΝΟΣ, ΑΙΩΝ, ΦΥΛΗ

Etymology: From the Greek verb γίνομαι (ginomai), meaning 'to come into being, to be born, to become'. It refers to that which is begotten or produced.

G4190

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: po-NEE-rah

Translations: evil, wicked, bad, harmful, malicious, an evil thing

Notes: This word describes something or someone as evil, wicked, or harmful. It can refer to moral depravity, physical badness, or something that causes trouble or pain. As an adjective, it modifies a noun, agreeing with it in gender, number, and case. In the provided examples, it describes 'counsel' (βουλευομενος) as evil and 'things' (implied) that one should not see as evil.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΚΟΣ, ΦΑΥΛΟΣ, ΑΣΕΒΗΣ

Etymology: The word 'ΠΟΝΗΡΟΣ' comes from 'πόνος' (ponos), meaning 'toil, labor, pain'. It originally referred to something that caused toil or pain, and later evolved to mean 'evil' or 'wicked' in a moral sense.

G3432

Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective

Sounds like: moy-KHA-lees

Translations: adulteress, an adulteress, adulterous, unfaithful

Notes: This word refers to a woman who commits adultery, or by extension, someone who is unfaithful. It can be used literally to describe a person engaged in illicit sexual relations, or figuratively to describe a people or generation that is spiritually unfaithful to God, often likened to a marriage covenant. When used as an adjective, it describes something as adulterous or unfaithful.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΠΙΣΤΟΣ, ΑΣΕΒΗΣ

Etymology: Derived from the Greek word μοιχός (moichos), meaning 'adulterer'.

G1934

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ep-ee-zay-TEH-ee

Translations: he seeks, he desires, he searches for, he requires, he demands

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from 'ΕΠΙ' (upon, over, to) and 'ΖΗΤΕΩ' (to seek, to search for). It means to seek after, to desire, to search for, or to demand something, often with an intensified sense of seeking or a specific purpose. It implies a diligent or earnest search or a strong desire for something.

Inflection: Third person singular, Present Tense, Active Voice, Indicative Mood

Synonyms: ΖΗΤΕΩ, ΑΙΤΕΩ, ΕΚΖΗΤΕΩ

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.

G1325

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: doh-thee-SEH-teh

Translations: you will be given, you shall be given

Notes: This is a verb form indicating a future action that will be performed upon the subject. It means 'you (plural) will be given' or 'you (plural) shall be given'. It is used when something is to be bestowed upon or delivered to a group of people.

Inflection: Future, Passive, Indicative, Second Person, Plural

Synonyms: ΔΩΣΕΤΕ, ΛΗΨΕΣΘΕ

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

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'.

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.

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.

G2641

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: kah-tah-lee-PON

Translations: leaving, forsaking, abandoning, deserting, remaining, being left behind

Notes: ΚΑΤΑΛΙΠΩΝ is the aorist active participle of the verb ΚΑΤΑΛΕΙΠΩ, meaning 'to leave behind, forsake, abandon, or desert'. It is a compound word formed from the preposition ΚΑΤΑ (down, against) and the verb ΛΕΙΠΩ (to leave). As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action performed by the subject, often translated as 'having left' or 'by leaving'. It can also imply a state of being left behind or remaining.

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

Synonyms: ΑΦΙΗΜΙ, ΕΓΚΑΤΑΛΕΙΠΩ, ΛΕΙΠΩ

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

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

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).

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.'

G2983

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: lah-BANE

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

Notes: This word is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'λαμβάνω' (lambanō), meaning 'to take' or 'to receive'. As an infinitive, it functions like the English 'to take' or 'to receive', indicating the action itself without specifying a subject or tense, often used after other verbs or prepositions. It can refer to physically taking something, receiving a gift or information, or grasping a concept.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΟΜΙΖΩ, ΑΙΡΕΩ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *slegh- ('to seize, to take'). In Greek, it developed into 'λαμβάνω', meaning 'to take, to grasp, to receive'.

G4337

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pros-EKH-eh-teh

Translations: pay attention, take heed, beware, give heed, attend to, apply oneself

Notes: This word means to direct one's mind or attention towards something, to be cautious, or to apply oneself diligently. It is often used in the imperative mood to give a command or warning, urging someone to be careful or to listen closely. It can also mean to hold to or devote oneself to something.

Inflection: Present, Active, Imperative, Second Person, Plural

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΕΧΕΙΝ, ΕΠΙΜΕΛΕΙΣΘΑΙ, ΦΥΛΑΣΣΕΣΘΑΙ

Etymology: The word ΠΡΟΣΕΧΩ is a compound word formed from the preposition ΠΡΟΣ (pros), meaning 'to' or 'towards', and the verb ΕΧΩ (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. Thus, it literally means 'to hold towards' or 'to direct towards'.

G0575

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: AH-po

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΚ, ΠΑΡΑ

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

Part of Speech: Definite Article

Sounds like: THAYS

Translations: of the

Notes: ΤΗΣ is the genitive, singular, feminine form of the definite article 'the'. It is used to indicate possession, origin, or relationship for feminine singular nouns. For example, 'the house of the woman' would use ΤΗΣ for 'of the woman'. It functions similarly to 'of the' in English.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Etymology: The Greek definite article 'Ο' (of which ΤΗΣ is an inflection) derives from a Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronoun root. It evolved to function as a definite article in ancient Greek, marking nouns as specific or previously mentioned.

G1260

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-eh-loh-GHEE-zon-toh

Translations: they were reasoning, they were discussing, they were considering, they were deliberating

Notes: This is a compound verb, formed from the preposition διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'apart', and the verb λογίζομαι (logizomai), meaning 'to reckon' or 'to consider'. It describes the act of reasoning, discussing, or deliberating thoroughly, often internally or among a small group. It implies a process of careful thought or debate.

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

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΖΗΤΕΩ, ΣΥΛΛΟΓΙΖΟΜΑΙ

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'.

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').

G3004

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: leh-GOH-tes

Translations: saying, speaking, telling, those who say, those who speak

Notes: This word is a present active participle, meaning 'saying' or 'speaking'. It describes an action that is ongoing or habitual. It is often used to introduce direct or indirect speech, or to describe the manner in which someone is acting. For example, it could be used in a phrase like 'they came, saying...' or 'he walked, speaking to himself'.

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

Synonyms: ΛΑΛΟΥΝΤΕΣ, ΦΩΝΟΥΝΤΕΣ

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.

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.

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.

G1260

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-ah-loh-GHEE-zes-theh

Translations: to reason, to consider, to ponder, to discuss, to dispute

Notes: This word means to reason, deliberate, or consider, often internally within one's mind, or sometimes in discussion or dispute with others. It implies a process of weighing thoughts or arguments. It is a compound word formed from διά (dia, meaning 'through' or 'apart') and λογίζομαι (logizomai, meaning 'to reckon' or 'to consider').

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

Synonyms: ΛΟΓΙΖΟΜΑΙ, ΣΥΝΙΗΜΙ, ΕΝΘΥΜΕΟΜΑΙ

G3640

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: oh-lee-GOH-pis-toy

Translations: you of little faith, O you of little faith, those of little faith

Notes: This word is a compound adjective formed from 'oligos' (little, few) and 'pistos' (faithful, believing). It literally means 'little-faith' or 'having little faith'. It is often used as a direct address, expressing a gentle rebuke or lament concerning a lack of trust or confidence, particularly in divine providence or power. It describes individuals who possess some faith but whose faith is weak, wavering, or insufficient in a given situation.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Vocative, Masculine

Etymology: The word ΟΛΙΓΟΠΙΣΤΟΣ is a compound of ΟΛΙΓΟΣ (oligos), meaning 'little' or 'few', and ΠΙΣΤΟΣ (pistos), meaning 'faithful' or 'trusting'. It describes someone who has a small amount of faith or trust.

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').

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).

G4214

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: po-SOOS

Translations: how many, how great, as many as, as great as

Notes: This word is an interrogative and indefinite adjective. As an interrogative, it asks about quantity or size, meaning 'how many?' or 'how great?'. As an indefinite adjective, it refers to an unspecified quantity or size, meaning 'as many as' or 'as great as'. It agrees in gender, number, and case with the noun it modifies.

Inflection: Masculine or Feminine, Accusative, Plural

Synonyms: ΟΣΟΣ, ΗΛΙΚΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'ΠΟΣΟΣ' is derived from the interrogative pronominal stem 'πο-' (po-) combined with the suffix '-σος' (-sos), indicating quantity or measure. It is related to other interrogative and indefinite pronouns and adjectives in Greek.

G2983

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-LAH-beh-teh

Translations: you took, you received, you got, you obtained

Notes: This word is the second person plural aorist active indicative form of the verb λαμβάνω (lambanō), meaning 'to take,' 'to receive,' or 'to get.' It describes an action that was completed in the past, without specifying whether it was a continuous or repeated action. It is used when referring to a group of people who performed the action.

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

Synonyms: ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΟΜΙΖΩ, ΛΑΓΧΑΝΩ

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'.

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'.

G4523

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: sad-doo-KAI-ohn

Translations: of Sadducees, Sadducees

Notes: This word refers to the Sadducees, a prominent Jewish sect during the Second Temple period, active from the 2nd century BCE to the 1st century CE. They were typically aristocratic and priestly, adhering strictly to the written Torah and rejecting oral traditions, the resurrection of the dead, angels, and spirits. The word is used here in the genitive plural, indicating possession or origin, as in 'of the Sadducees'.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine

Etymology: The name 'Sadducee' is believed to derive from Zadok, the high priest during the time of King David and Solomon, suggesting a connection to the priestly lineage.

G5119

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: TOH-teh

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΠΕΙΤΑ, ΕΙΤΑ, ΟΥΝ

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

G4920

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soon-EE-kahn

Translations: understood, comprehended, perceived, discerned

Notes: This word is a compound verb meaning to understand, comprehend, or perceive, often implying a deep or complete understanding. It is formed from the preposition ΣΥΝ (together with) and the verb ΙΗΜΙ (to send, to set in motion), literally meaning 'to send together' or 'to bring together in the mind'. It is used to describe the act of grasping the meaning or significance of something, whether it be words, events, or concepts.

Inflection: Aorist Active Indicative, 3rd Person Plural

Synonyms: ΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΜΑΝΘΑΝΩ, ΕΠΙΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ

G4337

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pros-EKH-ayn

Translations: to pay attention, to give heed, to attend to, to beware, to apply oneself, to hold to

Notes: This word is the present active infinitive form of the verb προσέχω. It means to direct one's mind or attention towards something, often implying caution, diligence, or adherence. It can be used to mean 'to pay attention to', 'to be careful', 'to beware of', 'to apply oneself to', or 'to hold to' a teaching or person. It often takes a dative object or a prepositional phrase.

Inflection: Infinitive, Present, Active

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΕΧΩ, ΠΡΟΣΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΕΠΕΧΩ

Etymology: The word προσέχω is a compound verb formed from the preposition πρός (pros), meaning 'to' or 'towards', and the verb ἔχω (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. Thus, it literally means 'to hold towards' or 'to have towards', which developed into the sense of directing one's attention or mind towards something.

G740

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: AR-toh

Translations: bread, a bread, loaf, a loaf

Notes: This word refers to bread or a loaf of bread, a staple food in ancient times. It is commonly used in the New Testament to refer to physical bread, but also metaphorically to the 'bread of life' (Jesus Christ) or the elements of the Eucharist. It can be used in various contexts where food or sustenance is implied.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΣΙΤΟΣ, ΤΡΟΦΗ

Etymology: The word ἄρτος (artos) is of uncertain origin, possibly from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to fit together' or 'to prepare'. It has been used in Greek since ancient times to refer to bread.

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.

G1322

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: di-DA-khees

Translations: of teaching, of doctrine, of instruction, a teaching, a doctrine, an instruction

Notes: This word refers to teaching, instruction, or doctrine. It is used to describe the act of teaching, the content that is taught, or a body of instruction. In this inflected form, it is in the genitive case, indicating possession or origin, often translated with 'of'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΙΔΑΣΚΑΛΙΑ, ΛΟΓΟΣ, ΠΑΙΔΕΙΑ

Etymology: From the Greek verb διδάσκω (didaskō), meaning 'to teach'.

G2064

Part of Speech: Participle, Verb

Sounds like: el-THOHN

Translations: having come, when he came, after coming, coming

Notes: ΕΛΘΩΝ is the aorist active participle of the verb ἔρχομαι (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go'. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred or is completed relative to the main verb of the sentence. It often functions adverbially, indicating the time or manner of the main action, such as 'having come' or 'after he came'. It can also function adjectivally, describing a noun.

Inflection: Aorist Active Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Singular

Synonyms: ΗΚΩΝ, ΠΑΡΑΓΕΝΟΜΕΝΟΣ

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.

G2542

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: kahee-sah-REE-as

Translations: of Caesarea

Notes: This is the genitive singular form of 'Caesarea', referring to one of several cities named in honor of Caesar. The most prominent in the New Testament is Caesarea Maritima, a major port city in ancient Judea, which served as the Roman capital of the province. It is used to indicate origin or possession, such as 'from Caesarea' or 'belonging to Caesarea'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Etymology: From Latin 'Caesarea', meaning 'of Caesar', referring to cities named after Roman emperors, particularly Augustus Caesar.

G5376

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: fee-LIP-poo

Translations: (of) Philip

Notes: This is the genitive singular form of the proper noun 'Philip'. It refers to a person named Philip and is used to indicate possession or origin, meaning 'of Philip' or 'Philip's'. It is a common name found in ancient Greek texts, including the New Testament and historical writings.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Etymology: From Greek Φίλιππος (Philippos), meaning 'lover of horses' or 'fond of horses', derived from φίλος (philos, 'dear, beloved, loving') and ἵππος (hippos, 'horse').

G2065

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-ROH-tah

Translations: he was asking, he asked, he was questioning, he questioned

Notes: This word is a verb, specifically the imperfect active indicative form of 'erōtaō', meaning 'to ask' or 'to question'. It describes an action that was ongoing or repeated in the past. It is often used to introduce a question or to describe someone making an inquiry.

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

Synonyms: ΕΠΕΡΩΤΑΩ, ΑΙΤΕΩ, ΠΥΝΘΑΝΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: From the Greek root 'erōt-', meaning 'to ask' or 'to question'. It is related to the noun 'erōtēma' (question).

G3004

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: leh-GOHN

Translations: saying, speaking, telling

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

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

Synonyms: ΛΑΛΩΝ, ΦΩΝΩΝ, ΕΡΩΝ

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

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

G1510

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EE-nah-ee

Translations: to be, to exist, to happen, to occur

Notes: This is the infinitive form of the verb 'to be' in Koine Greek. It signifies existence, occurrence, or a state of being. It is often used with other verbs to form periphrastic constructions or to express purpose or result. For example, it can mean 'to be' in the sense of 'he wants to be good' or 'it is about to happen'.

Inflection: Infinitive

Synonyms: ΥΠΑΡΧΕΙΝ, ΓΙΝΕΣΘΑΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *h₁es- 'to be'. It is cognate with English 'is' and Latin 'esse'.

G3303

Part of Speech: Particle, Conjunction

Sounds like: MEN

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΕ, ΓΕ, ΚΑΙ

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

G2491

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ee-oh-AN-ayn

Translations: John

Notes: This is the name 'John', a common proper noun in the New Testament. It refers to several individuals, most notably John the Baptist and John the Apostle. As a proper noun, it functions as the subject or object of a sentence, identifying a specific person.

Inflection: Singular, Masculine, Accusative

Etymology: The name 'John' is of Hebrew origin, derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan (יוחנן), meaning 'Yahweh is gracious' or 'Yahweh has shown favor'. It was a common name among Jews in the Hellenistic period and was adopted into Greek as Ioannes.

G0243

Part of Speech: Adjective, Pronoun

Sounds like: AL-loy

Translations: others, some others, different ones, other things

Notes: This word refers to 'other' people or things, or 'different' ones. It is often used to distinguish one group from another, meaning 'some... others'. For example, 'some went this way, others went that way'. It can function as an adjective modifying a noun or as a pronoun standing in for a noun.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Masculine; Plural, Nominative, Feminine; Plural, Nominative, Neuter; Plural, Vocative, Masculine; Plural, Vocative, Feminine; Plural, Vocative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΕΤΕΡΟΙ, ΛΟΙΠΟΙ

Etymology: The word ΑΛΛΟΣ comes from Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'other' or 'another'. It is related to Latin alius and English 'else'.

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.

G5547

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: khree-STOS

Translations: Christ, the Anointed One, the Messiah

Notes: This is a nomina sacra, a scribal abbreviation for ΧΡΙΣΤΟΣ (CHRISTOS). It refers to Christ, the Anointed One, or the Messiah. It is primarily used as a title for Jesus, indicating his role as the divinely appointed deliverer.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΜΕΣΣΙΑΣ

Etymology: From the Greek verb χρίω (chrio), meaning 'to anoint'. It refers to someone who has been consecrated or set apart by anointing, a practice common in ancient Israel for kings, priests, and prophets.

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.

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.

G3107

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: mah-KAH-ree-os

Translations: blessed, happy, fortunate, a blessed one, a happy one, a fortunate one

Notes: This word describes someone who is blessed, happy, or fortunate. It often refers to a state of inner well-being and contentment, particularly a happiness that comes from divine favor or a favorable condition. It can be used to describe individuals who are divinely favored or those who experience a deep sense of joy and fulfillment.

Inflection: Nominative, Singular, Masculine

Synonyms: ΕΥΛΟΓΗΤΟΣ, ΕΥΔΑΙΜΩΝ, ΟΛΒΙΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'μακάριος' (makarios) is of uncertain origin, but it is thought to be related to 'μάκαρ' (makar), meaning 'blessed' or 'happy'. It describes a state of blessedness or happiness, often associated with the gods or those favored by them.

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.

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.

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'.

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.

G3778

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun

Sounds like: TOW-tay

Translations: of this, to this, by this, with this, this

Notes: This word is an inflected form of the demonstrative pronoun 'οὗτος' (houtos), meaning 'this' or 'that'. It is used to point out something specific that is near the speaker or has just been mentioned. As a feminine singular form, it can function as either a genitive case, indicating possession or origin (e.g., 'of this woman'), or a dative case, indicating indirect object or means (e.g., 'to this woman' or 'by means of this'). Its precise meaning depends on the context and the preposition it might be used with.

Inflection: Feminine, Singular, Genitive or Dative

Synonyms: ΑΥΤΗ, ΕΚΕΙΝΗ

Etymology: The word 'οὗτος' (houtos), from which 'ταύτῃ' is derived, is a demonstrative pronoun in Koine Greek. It is believed to have originated from a combination of the definite article and a pronominal stem, indicating proximity or reference to something previously mentioned.

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.

G4073

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PEH-trah

Translations: rock, a rock, stone, a stone

Notes: This word refers to a large mass of stone, a rock, or a cliff. It is a feminine noun and can be used to describe a literal geological formation or metaphorically as a foundation or source of strength. It is often used in contexts referring to solid ground or a place of refuge.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΛΙΘΟΣ, ΒΡΑΧΟΣ

Etymology: From an uncertain root, possibly related to πίσος (písos, 'pea, pebble'). It refers to a large stone or rock, distinct from λίθος (líthos) which can refer to a smaller stone or pebble.

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.

G4439

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PY-lai

Translations: gates, a gate

Notes: This word refers to a gate, typically a large entrance to a city, fortress, or building. In its plural form, it often refers to the collective gates of a city. It can be used literally for physical gates or metaphorically to represent access, power, or authority.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Vocative; or Singular, Genitive or Dative

Synonyms: ΘΥΡΑ, ΠΥΛΩΝ

Etymology: From an uncertain root, possibly related to the verb 'πελάζω' (pelazo), meaning 'to approach' or 'to bring near', suggesting a place of entry.

G2729

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tah-ee-skhoo-SOO-sin

Translations: they will prevail, they will be strong, they will overcome, they will overpower

Notes: This word means to be strong, to prevail, or to overcome. It implies a sense of superiority or victory in a contest or struggle. It is used to describe someone or something gaining the upper hand or being able to withstand an opposing force.

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

Synonyms: ΝΙΚΑΩ, ΚΡΑΤΕΩ, ΥΠΕΡΙΣΧΥΩ

Etymology: The word καταϊσχύω (kataischyō) is a compound word formed from the preposition κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and the verb ἰσχύω (ischyō), meaning 'to be strong' or 'to have power'. Thus, it literally means 'to be strong against' or 'to prevail over'.

G1325

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.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KLEES

Translations: inclination, bending, leaning, a bending, a leaning

Notes: This word refers to an inclination, bending, or leaning. It describes the act of inclining or a tendency towards something. It can be used to describe a physical posture or a metaphorical disposition or tendency. The word is related to the verb 'κλίνω' (klino), meaning 'to bend' or 'to incline'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΚΛΙΣΙΣ, ΡΟΠΗ

Etymology: Derived from the verb 'κλίνω' (klino), meaning 'to bend', 'to incline', or 'to recline'. It refers to the act or result of bending or inclining.

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.

G1210

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: DAY-sace

Translations: you bind, you might bind, you may bind

Notes: This word means 'to bind, tie, fasten, or imprison'. It is often used in a literal sense for physically tying something or someone, but can also be used metaphorically, such as binding by law or obligation, or in the sense of forbidding something. In the provided context, it refers to the act of binding or forbidding.

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

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΔΕΩ, ΚΑΤΑΔΕΩ

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

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').

G1510

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ES-tai

Translations: will be, shall be, it will be, it shall be

Notes: This word is the third person singular future indicative form of the verb 'to be' (εἰμί). It signifies an action or state that will occur in the future. It is commonly used to express future existence, occurrence, or a future state of being, often translated as 'will be' or 'shall be'. For example, 'it will be done' or 'he will be there'.

Inflection: Third Person, Singular, Future, Indicative, Middle/Passive (deponent in future)

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *h₁es- (to be). It is a very ancient and fundamental verb in the Greek language, tracing its roots back to the earliest stages of Indo-European.

G1210

Part of Speech: Adjective, Participle

Sounds like: deh-DEH-meh-non

Translations: bound, tied, imprisoned, a bound thing, that which is bound

Notes: This word is the perfect passive participle of the verb 'δέω' (deō), meaning 'to bind' or 'to tie'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective, describing something that has been bound or is in a state of being bound. It can refer to a person who is imprisoned or an object that is tied up.

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

Synonyms: ΔΕΣΜΙΟΣ, ΣΥΝΔΕΩ, ΚΑΤΑΔΕΩ

Etymology: The word 'δέω' (deō) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to tie' or 'to bind'.

G3089

Part of Speech: Participle, Adjective

Sounds like: leh-LOO-meh-non

Translations: loosed, released, set free, unbound, dissolved, destroyed, a loosed one, a released one

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle derived from the verb 'λύω' (luō), meaning 'to loose' or 'to set free'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective, describing something that has been loosed, released, or set free. It can also refer to something that has been dissolved, destroyed, or untied. In a sentence, it would describe the state of an object or person after an action of loosing or releasing has occurred.

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

Synonyms: ΑΦΙΗΜΙ, ΑΠΟΛΥΩ, ΔΙΑΛΥΩ

G1291

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-ess-TEH-lah-toh

Translations: he commanded, he charged, he gave orders, he warned

Notes: This word means to command, charge, or give orders, often with the implication of a warning or strict instruction. It is a compound word formed from διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'apart', and στέλλω (stellō), meaning 'to send' or 'to arrange'. In this form, it describes an action completed in the past by a single male subject, emphasizing the definitive nature of the command or warning given.

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

Synonyms: ΕΝΤΕΛΛΟΜΑΙ, ΚΕΛΕΥΩ, ΠΑΡΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ

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.

G3367

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: may-DEH-nee

Translations: to no one, to nothing, for no one, for nothing, by no one, by nothing, with no one, with nothing, in no one, in nothing

Notes: This word is an indefinite negative pronoun or adjective, meaning 'no one' or 'nothing'. It is used to express a complete absence or negation of something or someone. It is often used in prohibitions or to state that something is not done by anyone or to anything. As a pronoun, it stands in place of a noun, and as an adjective, it modifies a noun. It is a compound word formed from the negative particle ΜΗ (mē, 'not') and ΕΙΣ (heis, 'one').

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΟΥΔΕΙΣ, ΟΥΔΕΝΙ

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).

G0756

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EER-xah-toh

Translations: began, started, commenced

Notes: This is the aorist middle/passive indicative form of the verb 'archomai' (to begin). It signifies an action that began in the past, often used to introduce the start of an event or a series of actions. It can also mean 'to rule' or 'to be first', but in this form, it almost exclusively means 'to begin'.

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

Synonyms: ΕΝΑΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΑΤΑΡΧΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: From the Greek word 'archē' (ἀρχή), meaning 'beginning' or 'rule'.

G1163

Part of Speech: Impersonal Verb

Sounds like: DEH-ee

Translations: it is necessary, one must, it is proper, it behooves

Notes: This is an impersonal verb meaning 'it is necessary' or 'one must'. It expresses a strong sense of obligation, necessity, or inevitability. It is often used with an infinitive to indicate what must be done or what is destined to happen.

Inflection: Impersonal, 3rd person singular, Present, Indicative, Active

Synonyms: ΧΡΗ, ΑΝΑΓΚΗ ΕΣΤΙΝ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *deyh₂- (to shine, to gleam), which developed into the sense of 'to be visible, to appear', and then 'to be proper, to be necessary'.

G2414

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ee-eh-roh-SO-loo-mah

Translations: Jerusalem

Notes: This word refers to Jerusalem, the capital city of ancient Judea and a significant religious center for Jews and Christians. It is often used in the context of travel to or from the city, or events that took place within it.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Accusative, or Genitive (indeclinable in some contexts), Feminine

Etymology: The name 'Jerusalem' is of Semitic origin, likely derived from 'Urusalim', meaning 'foundation of Shalem' or 'city of peace'. It has been known by various names throughout history.

G4183

Part of Speech: Adjective, Adverb

Sounds like: POL-lah

Translations: much, many, great, abundant, often, greatly, many things

Notes: This word is an inflection of the adjective 'ΠΟΛΥΣ' (polys), meaning 'much' or 'many'. As an adjective, 'ΠΟΛΛΑ' typically functions as the neuter plural nominative or accusative, meaning 'many things' or 'much'. It can also function as an adverb, meaning 'often' or 'greatly'. It is used to indicate a large quantity or frequency.

Inflection: Neuter, Plural, Nominative or Accusative (of the adjective ΠΟΛΥΣ); or Adverb

Synonyms: ΠΛΕΙΩΝ, ΙΚΑΝΟΣ

G3958

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-THAYN

Translations: to suffer, to experience, to undergo, to endure

Notes: This word is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'πάσχω' (paschō). It means 'to suffer,' 'to experience,' 'to undergo,' or 'to endure.' It is used to express the action of experiencing something, often something difficult or painful, but it can also refer to experiencing something generally. As an infinitive, it functions like the English 'to suffer' or 'to experience' and can be used as the object of another verb or to express purpose.

Inflection: Infinitive, Aorist, Active

Synonyms: ΚΑΚΟΠΑΘΕΩ, ΥΠΟΜΕΝΩ

G0749

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ar-khee-eh-REH-ohn

Translations: of the high priests, of the chief priests

Notes: This word is a compound noun, formed from ΑΡΧΗ (arche, meaning 'first' or 'chief') and ΙΕΡΕΥΣ (hiereus, meaning 'priest'). It refers to the highest-ranking priests, often the heads of the priestly families or the members of the Sanhedrin. In the New Testament, it frequently refers to the Jewish religious leaders who held significant authority. It is used in the genitive case to indicate possession or origin, such as 'belonging to the high priests' or 'from the high priests'.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΙΕΡΕΙΣ, ΠΡΕΣΒΥΤΕΡΟΙ

G1122

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: grah-mah-TEH-ohn

Translations: (of) scribes, (of) a scribe, (of) secretaries, (of) a secretary

Notes: This word refers to a scribe, a secretary, or a public notary. In the context of the New Testament, it often refers to those learned in Jewish law, who were responsible for interpreting and teaching it. They were often associated with the Pharisees and were influential figures in Jewish society. It is a compound word, derived from 'gramma' (writing) and 'teus' (one who does).

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΝΟΜΙΚΩΝ, ΔΙΔΑΣΚΑΛΩΝ

G1453

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-GER-thay-nai

Translations: to be raised, to be awakened, to be roused, to be lifted up, to rise, to stand up

Notes: This word is the aorist passive infinitive form of the verb 'egeiro'. It means 'to be raised' or 'to be awakened', often in the context of rising from sleep, from a prone position, or from death. It can also mean 'to be roused' or 'to be stirred up' to action. As an infinitive, it functions like a verbal noun, often used after verbs like 'it is necessary' or 'it is commanded'.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΑΝΙΣΤΗΜΙ, ΕΞΕΓΕΙΡΩ

G4355

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: pros-la-bo-MEH-nos

Translations: taking, taking to oneself, receiving, associating with, taking along, helping, assuming, admitting

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition πρός (pros, meaning 'to, toward') and the verb λαμβάνω (lambanō, meaning 'to take, receive'). As a participle, it describes an action of taking or receiving, often with the nuance of taking something or someone to oneself, or associating with them. It can imply taking someone along as a companion, receiving someone into one's company, or even assuming a role or responsibility. It is used to describe an ongoing or completed action that functions adjectivally or adverbially in a sentence.

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

Synonyms: ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΣΥΝΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ

Etymology: The word προσλαμβάνω is a compound of the preposition πρός (pros), meaning 'to, toward, in addition to', and the verb λαμβάνω (lambanō), meaning 'to take, receive'. The combination signifies taking something or someone to oneself or in addition to what one already has.

G2008

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-pee-tee-MAN

Translations: to rebuke, to warn, to admonish, to censure, to charge, to forbid

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition ΕΠΙ (upon, over) and the verb ΤΙΜΑΩ (to honor, to value). In Koine Greek, it primarily means to rebuke, warn, or admonish someone, often with the implication of a strong or authoritative charge. It can also mean to forbid or to censure. It is used to express disapproval or to give a stern command.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΕΛΕΓΧΩ, ΚΟΛΑΖΩ, ΝΟΥΘΕΤΕΩ

G2436

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ee-LEH-ohs

Translations: propitious, merciful, gracious, a propitious one, a merciful one, a gracious one

Notes: This adjective describes someone or something as being propitious, merciful, or gracious. It implies a favorable disposition, especially from a divine being, indicating a willingness to show favor or compassion. It can be used to describe God's character or actions.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΙΛΑΣΜΟΣ, ΕΛΕΗΜΩΝ

Etymology: The word ΕΙΛΕΩΣ (eileōs) is likely derived from the root of ἵλεως (hileōs), meaning 'gracious, propitious'. It is related to the concept of appeasement or atonement.

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.

G4762

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: stra-FEIS

Translations: having turned, having turned around, having returned, having been turned, having been changed

Notes: ΣΤΡΑΦΕΙΣ is a participle derived from the verb ΣΤΡΕΦΩ, meaning 'to turn' or 'to turn around'. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred, functioning like an adjective or adverb. It can mean 'having turned' or 'having been turned,' depending on whether it's active or passive. It often implies a change of direction, position, or even a change in one's life or attitude.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Masculine, Nominative, Singular

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΣΤΡΕΦΩ, ΜΕΤΑΣΤΡΕΦΩ

G4625

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: SKAN-da-lon

Translations: stumbling block, an offense, a snare, trap, cause of ruin

Notes: This word refers to an obstacle or impediment that causes someone to stumble or fall, either literally or figuratively. It can also mean a snare or trap. In a moral or spiritual sense, it denotes anything that causes someone to sin, fall away from faith, or be led astray.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΠΑΓΙΣ, ΠΡΟΣΚΟΜΜΑ

Etymology: The word is of uncertain origin, possibly from a root meaning 'to limp' or 'to stumble'. It originally referred to the movable stick or trigger of a trap, which, when touched, caused the trap to spring shut.

G5426

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: phro-NEH-ees

Translations: you think, you understand, you set your mind on, you are minded, you are wise, you are prudent

Notes: This word means to think, to have understanding, or to set one's mind on something. It can also imply being wise or prudent. It is used to describe the mental attitude or disposition of a person, indicating what they are focused on or how they perceive things. For example, it can be used in a sentence like 'you think about these things' or 'you are minded to do good'.

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

Synonyms: ΝΟΕΩ, ΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΣΥΝΙΗΜΙ

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.

G2064

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.

G0001

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-par-NEE-sas-thoh

Translations: let him deny, he must deny, he should deny, let him renounce, he must renounce, he should renounce

Notes: This word is a compound verb meaning to deny, renounce, or disown. It implies a strong and definitive rejection or refusal, often of oneself or something previously held. It is used to command or instruct someone to perform this action.

Inflection: Aorist, Imperative, Middle Voice, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΑΡΝΕΟΜΑΙ, ΑΠΟΤΑΣΣΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: From the prefix ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and ἀρνέομαι (arnéomai), meaning 'to deny' or 'refuse'. The prefix intensifies the meaning of denial.

G0142

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-RAH-toh

Translations: let him take up, let him carry, let him lift, let him bear, let him remove

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to take up,' 'to carry,' 'to lift,' or 'to bear.' It is often used in the context of taking up a burden or responsibility, such as a cross. It can also mean to remove or take away something.

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Aorist Active, Imperative

Synonyms: ΒΑΣΤΑΖΩ, ΦΕΡΩ

Etymology: The word ΑΙΡΩ (airo) comes from a prolonged form of a primary verb, likely of uncertain origin. It is related to the idea of lifting or raising.

G3739

Part of Speech: Relative Pronoun, Conjunction

Sounds like: HOS

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

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

Inflection: Masculine, Singular, Nominative

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

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.

G2309, G2307

Part of Speech: Verb, Noun

Sounds like: THEH-lee

Translations: to wish, to desire, to will, to want, will, desire, purpose

Notes: The word "ΘΕΛΗ" is not a standard standalone word in Koine Greek. It appears to be a truncated or inflected form, most likely related to the verb "ΘΕΛΩ" (to wish, to desire, to will) or the noun "ΘΕΛΗΜΑ" (will, desire, purpose). In the provided context, it seems to function as a noun meaning 'will' or 'desire', or as part of a verb form. It is possible it is a misspelling or an unusual inflection.

Inflection: Uncertain, potentially a truncated form of a noun or verb, or a misspelling. If a noun, it would be Feminine, Singular, Nominative or Accusative. If a verb, it would be a form of the verb 'to will'.

Synonyms: ΒΟΥΛΟΜΑΙ, ΕΠΙΘΥΜΙΑ

G5590

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PSY-khen

Translations: soul, a soul, life, a life, mind, a mind, self, a self

Notes: This word refers to the soul, the principle of life, or the inner self. It can denote a person's life, their mind, or their spiritual essence. It is often used to describe the seat of emotions, desires, and affections, and can also refer to the individual person themselves.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΖΩΗ, ΠΝΕΥΜΑ

Etymology: From a root meaning 'to breathe', referring to the breath as the principle of life. It is related to the verb ψύχω (psycho), meaning 'to breathe, to blow'.

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.

G0622

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-po-LEH-see

Translations: you may destroy, you may lose, you may perish, he may destroy, he may lose, he may perish

Notes: This word is an inflection of the verb 'apollymi', meaning to destroy, lose, or perish. It describes an action that might happen or is desired to happen, often in a context of potential destruction or loss. It can refer to causing something to be destroyed or lost, or to oneself perishing.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Subjunctive, Third Person Singular or Second Person Singular

Synonyms: ΟΛΛΥΜΙ, ΑΦΑΝΙΖΩ, ΔΙΑΦΘΕΙΡΩ

G1752

Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb

Sounds like: EN-eh-ken

Translations: because of, on account of, for the sake of, (of) for, (of) by reason of

Notes: ΕΝΕΚΕΝ is an improper preposition that typically takes the genitive case, meaning 'because of' or 'on account of'. It can also function as an adverb, meaning 'for this reason' or 'therefore'. It is used to express the cause or reason behind an action or state.

Inflection: Does not inflect; takes the genitive case when used as a preposition.

Synonyms: ΔΙΑ, ΧΑΡΙΝ

Etymology: The word ΕΝΕΚΕΝ is an ancient Greek word, likely formed from the preposition 'en' (in) and a form related to 'heka' (on account of). It has been in use since classical Greek and continued into Koine Greek.

G2147

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: yoo-REE-say

Translations: he will find, she will find, it will find, you will find (singular)

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to find' or 'to discover'. It is used to indicate that someone or something will locate or come across something in the future. It can also imply a discovery or an invention. It is a compound word, formed from the prefix 'ευ-' (eu-), meaning 'well' or 'good', and the root 'ρισκω' (riskō), which relates to finding or searching.

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

Synonyms: ΑΝΕΥΡΙΣΚΩ, ΚΑΤΑΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ

G5623

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: oh-feh-lee-THEE-seh-tai

Translations: he will be profited, he will be benefited, he will be helped, he will be advantaged

Notes: This word is the third person singular, future passive indicative form of the verb ὠφελέω (ōpheleō). It means 'to be profited,' 'to be benefited,' or 'to be helped.' It describes an action where someone or something will receive an advantage or gain from an external source in the future. For example, 'he will be helped by this action' or 'it will be profitable to him.'

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

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΕΡΓΕΩ, ΒΟΗΘΕΩ

Etymology: The word ὠφελέω (ōpheleō) is derived from ὄφελος (ophelos), meaning 'advantage' or 'profit.' It signifies the act of providing or receiving benefit or aid.

G0444

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: AHN-throh-pohs

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΒΡΟΤΟΣ, ΤΙΣ

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

G3752

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: OH-tan

Translations: when, whenever, as often as, at the time that

Notes: This word is a conjunction or adverb used to introduce a temporal clause, indicating a point in time or a condition. It means 'when' or 'whenever,' suggesting that something happens at a specific moment or repeatedly under certain circumstances. It is often followed by the subjunctive mood in Koine Greek.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΤΕ, ΗΝΙΚΑ

Etymology: From the conjunction ὅτε (hote, 'when') and the particle ἄν (an, indicating potential or contingency).

G2889

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KOS-mon

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

Notes: This word refers to the world, the universe, or the created order. It can also mean adornment, decoration, or arrangement. In the New Testament, it often refers to humanity or the sinful world system, but can also refer to the physical world. As an accusative noun, it typically functions as the direct object of a verb or the object of certain prepositions.

Inflection: Singular, Masculine, Accusative

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΟΥΜΕΝΗ, ΑΙΩΝ

G3650

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: HO-lon

Translations: whole, entire, all, complete, a whole, an entire

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'whole' or 'entire'. It describes something as being complete or undivided. It can be used to emphasize the totality of something, such as 'the whole house' or 'all the people'. In the provided examples, it refers to the entirety of a task or a place.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΠΑΣ, ΣΥΝΟΛΟΝ

Etymology: From a prolonged form of a primary word; properly, 'all', 'the whole', 'entire'.

G5590

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: psoo-KHEN

Translations: soul, a soul, life, a life, mind, heart, a heart

Notes: This word is a scribal abbreviation for ΨΥΧΗΝ (psychen), which is the accusative singular form of ΨΥΧΗ (psyche). It refers to the soul, life, or inner self of a person, encompassing their mind, emotions, and will. It can denote the principle of life, the individual person, or the seat of feelings and thoughts. In context, it often refers to one's earthly life or the spiritual essence of a human being.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΖΩΗ, ΠΝΕΥΜΑ

Etymology: From the Greek verb ψύχω (psycho), meaning 'to breathe' or 'to blow', referring to the breath as the principle of life.

G0444

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: AN-thro-pos

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

Notes: This word is a scribal abbreviation for ἌΝΘΡΩΠΟΣ (anthropos). It refers to a human being, a person, or mankind in general. It can also specifically denote a male person, a man, in contrast to a woman. It is commonly used in the New Testament to refer to humanity as a whole or to individual people.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΒΡΟΤΟΣ, ΑΝΗΡ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἄνθρωπος (ánthrōpos), possibly from ἀνήρ (anēr, “man”) and ὤψ (ōps, “face, eye”), or from ἀνά (aná, “up”) + τρέπω (trepō, “to turn”), referring to an upright posture.

G0001

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-TAL-lag-mah

Translations: redemption, a redemption, ransom, a ransom, propitiation, a propitiation

Notes: This word refers to that which is given in exchange for another, specifically a ransom or a means of propitiation. It signifies the act or result of being set free or reconciled through a payment or sacrifice. In a theological context, it often refers to the means by which humanity is reconciled with God.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΛΥΤΡΟΝ, ΑΠΟΛΥΤΡΩΣΙΣ, ΙΛΑΣΤΗΡΙΟΝ

Etymology: The word is derived from the verb ἀλλάσσω (allassō), meaning 'to change' or 'to exchange', combined with the prefix ἀντί (anti), meaning 'in return for' or 'instead of'. The suffix -μα indicates the result of the action.

G5590

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: psy-KHES

Translations: of soul, of a soul, of life, of a life, of mind, of a mind, of self, of a self

Notes: This word refers to the soul, life, mind, or self. It can denote the vital breath, the seat of emotions and intellect, or the individual person. As a genitive form, it typically indicates possession, origin, or relationship, often translated with 'of' in English.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΝΕΥΜΑ, ΖΩΗ, ΝΟΥΣ

Etymology: The word ΨΥΧΗ (psyche) originates from the verb ψύχω (psycho), meaning 'to breathe' or 'to blow'. This connection highlights its primary meaning related to the breath of life.

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.

G2064

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

G1391

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: DOK-say

Translations: glory, a glory, honor, an honor, splendor, a splendor, majesty, a majesty, renown, a renown, reputation, a reputation, dignity, a dignity

Notes: This word refers to glory, honor, splendor, or majesty. It can describe the inherent nature of God, the visible manifestation of His presence, or the esteem and reputation of a person. It is often used in contexts of praise, worship, or divine revelation. It can also refer to human reputation or dignity.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΤΙΜΗ, ΚΛΕΟΣ, ΦΗΜΗ

Etymology: The word ΔΟΞΑ (doxa) comes from the Greek verb δοκέω (dokeō), meaning 'to seem, to appear, to think, to suppose'. Over time, it evolved to mean 'opinion, reputation, honor, and then glory'.

G4314

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: PROSS

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΕΙΣ, ΕΝ, ΕΠΙ

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

G3326

Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb

Sounds like: MEH-tah

Translations: with, among, after, behind, afterward, besides

Notes: ΜΕΤΑ is a versatile word that functions as both a preposition and an adverb. As a preposition, its meaning depends on the case of the noun it governs: when followed by a genitive noun, it means 'with' or 'among', indicating association or presence; when followed by an accusative noun, it means 'after' or 'behind', indicating sequence or pursuit. As an adverb, it typically means 'afterward' or 'besides'. It is a very common word in Koine Greek.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΣΥΝ, ΟΠΙΣΩ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *met- 'in the middle, among, with'. It is cognate with English 'mid' and 'middle'.

G0001, G0312

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ang-GEL-loh

Translations: I announce, I report, I tell, I bring news, I proclaim, I declare, I send a messenger

Notes: This verb means to announce, report, or bring news. It is often used in the context of delivering a message or proclaiming something. It can also mean to send a messenger.

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

Synonyms: ΑΝΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ, ΑΠΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ, ΚΑΤΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ

Etymology: The word 'ΑΓΓΕΛΩ' is derived from 'ἄγγελος' (angelos), meaning 'messenger' or 'one who announces'. It is related to the idea of delivering a message or news.

G0591

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-po-DOH-see

Translations: he will give back, he will pay back, he will render, he will restore, he will repay

Notes: This word is a future active indicative form of the verb 'apodidomi', meaning 'to give back' or 'to pay back'. It describes an action that will occur in the future, often implying a return or recompense for something received or done. It can be used in contexts of rendering what is due, restoring something, or repaying a debt or a favor.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΤΙΝΩ, ΑΝΤΑΠΟΔΙΔΩΜΙ

G2596

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: KAH-tah

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΑΝΤΙ, ΔΙΑ

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

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'.

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.

G2476

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: hess-TOH-tohn

Translations: of those standing, of those who stand, of those who have stood, of those who are standing, of those who are present

Notes: This word is a perfect active participle, meaning 'having stood' or 'standing'. It is used to describe people or things that are in a standing position or have taken a stand. In this genitive plural form, it refers to 'of those who are standing' or 'of those who have stood'. It can also refer to those who are present or established.

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

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΩΝ, ΕΝΕΣΤΩΣ

G2193

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb, Preposition

Sounds like: EH-ohs

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΜΕΧΡΙ, ΑΧΡΙ, ΠΡΙΝ

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

G0932