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.

G3753

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: OH-teh

Translations: when, whenever, at which time

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΗΝΙΚΑ, ΟΠΟΤΕ

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

G5055

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-TEH-leh-sen

Translations: he finished, he completed, he accomplished, he fulfilled, he brought to an end, he paid

Notes: This is the third person singular, aorist active indicative form of the verb 'τελέω' (teleō). It describes an action that was completed in the past. It signifies bringing something to an end, accomplishing a task, fulfilling a duty, or paying a debt. The action is viewed as a whole, without emphasis on its duration.

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

Synonyms: ΠΛΗΡΟΩ, ΣΥΝΤΕΛΕΩ, ΑΠΟΤΕΛΕΩ

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'.

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).

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.

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'.

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.

G3957

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: PAS-kha

Translations: Passover

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

Inflection: Does not inflect (indeclinable)

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

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: GHI-neh-tai

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΕΙΜΙ, ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΤΙΚΤΩ

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.

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: Verb

Sounds like: pa-ra-di-DOH-tai

Translations: is handed over, is delivered, is betrayed, is given up

Notes: This word is a compound verb, formed from the preposition παρά (para), meaning 'beside' or 'alongside', and the verb δίδωμι (didomi), meaning 'to give'. In its passive form, as seen here, it means to be handed over, delivered, or given up, often in a context of surrender, betrayal, or tradition. It describes an action where something or someone is transferred from one party to another, sometimes against their will or for a specific purpose.

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

Synonyms: ΔΙΔΟΤΑΙ, ΕΚΔΙΔΟΤΑΙ

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).

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).

G4863

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soon-EEKH-theh-san

Translations: they were gathered, they assembled, they came together

Notes: This is a compound verb meaning to be gathered together or to assemble. It describes a group of people coming together in one place, often for a specific purpose or in response to an event. It is formed from the preposition σύν (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and the verb ἄγω (agō), meaning 'to lead' or 'to bring'.

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

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΣΥΝΕΡΧΟΝΤΑΙ, ΣΥΝΕΛΘΟΝΤΕΣ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the preposition σύν (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and the verb ἄγω (agō), meaning 'to lead' or 'to bring'. It describes the action of bringing or leading things or people together.

Part of Speech: Definite Article, Pronoun, Interjection

Sounds like: OY

Translations: the, who, they, oh

Notes: ΟΙ is primarily the masculine plural nominative form of the definite article, meaning 'the'. It is used to specify a group of masculine nouns that are the subject of a sentence. It can also function as a demonstrative pronoun, meaning 'these' or 'they', referring to a group of people or things previously mentioned. Less commonly, it can be an interjection, similar to 'oh' or 'alas'.

Inflection: Masculine, Plural, Nominative

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, related to demonstrative pronouns and articles in other Indo-European languages.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ar-khi-eh-REIS

Translations: high priests, chief priests

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

Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΙΕΡΕΙΣ

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

Part of Speech: Definite Article

Sounds like: TANE

Translations: the

Notes: ΤΗΝ is the feminine singular accusative form of the definite article 'the'. It is used to specify a noun that is feminine in gender, singular in number, and in the accusative case, indicating it is the direct object of a verb or the object of certain prepositions. For example, it would be used before a feminine singular noun like 'πόλιν' (city) when 'city' is the direct object.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Etymology: The Koine Greek definite article derives from Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronouns. It evolved from an earlier demonstrative particle, becoming a grammatical marker for definiteness.

Part of Speech: Noun

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

Translations: (of) high priest, (of) chief priest

Notes: This word is a compound noun meaning 'high priest' or 'chief priest'. It refers to the principal priest, especially the head of the Jewish priesthood. In the New Testament, it often refers to the Jewish high priest or members of the high-priestly family. It is used to denote authority and leadership within the religious hierarchy.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΙΕΡΕΥΣ

Etymology: The word 'ΑΡΧΙΕΡΕΥΣ' is a compound of 'ΑΡΧΗ' (arche), meaning 'beginning, rule, chief', and 'ΙΕΡΕΥΣ' (hiereus), meaning 'priest'. It literally means 'chief priest'.

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: leh-GOH-meh-noo

Translations: (of) said, (of) called, (of) named, (of) spoken of, (of) being said, (of) being called

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'λέγω' (legō), meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action or state. In this form, it means 'of one who is being said' or 'of one who is being called/named'. It often refers to someone or something that is commonly known by a certain name or description.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter, Present, Passive

Synonyms: ΚΑΛΟΥΜΕΝΟΥ, ΟΝΟΜΑΖΟΜΕΝΟΥ

Etymology: The word 'λέγω' (legō) comes from Proto-Indo-European *leǵ-, meaning 'to gather, collect', which evolved to 'to pick out, choose' and then 'to speak' or 'to say' in Greek, implying the 'picking out' of words.

G4823

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soon-eh-voo-LEH-oo-san-toh

Translations: they consulted, they advised, they took counsel together, they deliberated

Notes: This word is the aorist indicative, middle voice, third person plural form of the verb συμβουλεύω (symbouleuō). It describes an action where a group of people consulted with each other, advised one another, or deliberated together. It implies a mutual exchange of counsel or ideas.

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

Synonyms: ΒΟΥΛΕΥΟΜΑΙ, ΣΥΝΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word συμβουλεύω (symbouleuō) is a compound verb formed from the preposition σύν (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and the verb βουλεύω (bouleuō), meaning 'to counsel' or 'to plan'.

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.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EH-leh-gon

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΦΗΜΙ, ΛΑΛΕΩ

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

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.

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.

G1722

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: EN

Translations: in, on, among, with, by, at, into, to

Notes: This word is a common preposition in Koine Greek. Its primary meaning is 'in' or 'within,' indicating location, time, or state. It always takes the dative case. Depending on the context, it can also be translated as 'on,' 'among,' 'with' (indicating accompaniment or instrument), 'by' (indicating means or agent), or 'at.' Sometimes it can imply motion into a place, similar to 'into' or 'to,' especially when the context suggests movement towards a location where something then resides.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *en, meaning 'in' or 'into'. It is cognate with English 'in'.

Part of Speech: Definite Article, Pronoun

Sounds like: TAY

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine

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

G1858

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: eh-or-TEE

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΠΑΝΗΓΥΡΙΣ, ΘΥΣΙΑ

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

G2351

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: THO-roo-bos

Translations: tumult, an uproar, a disturbance, a noise, a clamor

Notes: This word refers to a loud noise, a commotion, or a state of disorder and confusion, often caused by a crowd or a group of people. It can describe a general disturbance, an uproar, or the noise associated with a crowd's activity. It is used to describe situations ranging from a simple noise to a violent riot.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΤΑΡΑΧΗ, ΚΡΑΥΓΗ, ΗΧΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'ΘΟΡΥΒΟΣ' is of uncertain origin, possibly related to the verb θορέω (thoreō), meaning 'to leap, to spring up', suggesting a sense of agitation or commotion.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: geh-NEE-tai

Translations: may be, might be, become, happen, come to pass, be made, be done

Notes: This word signifies 'to come into being,' 'to happen,' 'to become,' or 'to be made.' It is often used to describe events unfolding or states changing. It can also mean 'to be done' or 'to be performed' in certain contexts.

Inflection: 3rd Person Singular, Aorist, Subjunctive, Middle Voice

Synonyms: ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ, ΕΙΜΙ, ΠΟΙΕΩ

Etymology: The word ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ comes from an ancient Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to come into being' or 'to be born.' It is related to words in other Indo-European languages that convey the idea of generation or becoming.

Part of Speech: Letter, Numeral, Particle

Sounds like: EP-see-lon (as a letter name), eh (as a sound)

Translations: E, 5, if, then, indeed

Notes: This is the fifth letter of the Greek alphabet, epsilon. It can represent the number 5. As a standalone word, 'Ε' is not typically found in Koine Greek texts. It is highly probable that 'Ε' in the provided context is a typographical error or an abbreviation for a word like 'εἰ' (if) or 'ἐν' (in). If it were 'εἰ', it would function as a conditional particle meaning 'if'. If it were 'ἐν', it would be a preposition meaning 'in' or 'among'.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a letter or numeral). As a particle, it does not inflect.

Etymology: The letter Epsilon (Ε) is derived from the Phoenician letter He. Its name 'epsilon' means 'simple E' to distinguish it from the diphthong 'αι' (ai), which had come to be pronounced the same way.

G2992

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: lah-OH

Translations: people, a people, nation, a nation

Notes: This word refers to a people, a nation, or a multitude of individuals, often used in the context of a specific group or community, such as the people of Israel or the people of God. It can be used to describe a general populace or a distinct ethnic or national group.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΕΘΝΟΣ, ΟΧΛΟΣ

Etymology: From an unknown root, possibly related to λᾶς (lās, "stone"), referring to people as "stones" or "foundations." It is also suggested to be from Proto-Indo-European *leh₂w- ("people, army").

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: geh-no-MEH-noo

Translations: having become, having come to pass, of having become, of having come to pass

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'γίνομαι' (ginomai), meaning 'to become,' 'to come into being,' 'to happen,' or 'to be born.' As a genitive singular participle, it often indicates a causal or temporal relationship, meaning 'of one who has become' or 'when something has happened.' It describes an action that has already taken place and is often used to modify a noun in the genitive case.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle Voice, Participle, Masculine or Neuter, Singular, Genitive

Synonyms: ΕΓΕΝΕΤΟ, ΣΥΜΒΑΙΝΩ, ΑΠΟΒΑΙΝΩ

G0963

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: beh-thah-NEE-ah

Translations: Bethany

Notes: Bethany is a proper noun referring to a specific village located near Jerusalem, on the Mount of Olives. It is frequently mentioned in the New Testament as the home of Mary, Martha, and Lazarus, and a place where Jesus often stayed when visiting Jerusalem. It is also the site of Lazarus's resurrection and Jesus's ascension.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative

Etymology: The name 'Bethany' is of Aramaic origin, meaning 'house of dates' or 'house of figs', or possibly 'house of misery/affliction'.

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.

G2192

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: EKH-oo-sah

Translations: having, holding, possessing, being, wearing, containing, keeping, a having, a holding

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'ΕΧΩ' (echo), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action or state of the subject. It can be translated as 'having,' 'holding,' or 'possessing,' and often indicates a continuous or ongoing action. For example, it might describe someone 'having' a certain quality or 'holding' an object.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΕΧΩ, ΚΡΑΤΩ, ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ

G0211

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-lah-BAS-tron

Translations: alabaster box, alabaster jar, an alabaster box, an alabaster jar

Notes: This word refers to a small box or jar, typically made of alabaster stone, used for holding expensive perfumes or ointments. Alabaster was a soft, white, translucent stone, ideal for crafting such vessels. In ancient times, these containers were often sealed and broken open when the contents were to be used, symbolizing a precious and often singular act of devotion or extravagance.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Etymology: The word is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek or derived from the name of the city Alabastron in Egypt, where the stone was quarried or manufactured into vessels.

G2722

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tekh-EH-en

Translations: to hold fast, to hold back, to restrain, to possess, to occupy, to keep, to retain, to hold down, to suppress, to check, to hinder, to seize, to take possession of

Notes: This verb describes the action of holding something firmly, whether literally holding an object, or metaphorically holding back, restraining, or possessing something. It can imply keeping something in one's power or preventing something from happening. Its meaning can vary depending on the context, often indicating control or retention.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΚΡΑΤΕΩ, ΕΧΩ, ΚΩΛΥΩ

Etymology: The word ΚΑΤΕΧΕΩ is a compound verb formed from the preposition ΚΑΤΑ (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and the verb ΕΧΩ (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. This combination suggests the idea of holding something down or holding it firmly.

G1909

Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb

Sounds like: EP-ee

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΥΠΕΡ, ΚΑΤΑ

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

Part of Speech: Definite Article

Sounds like: 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.

G0345

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-nah-kee-MEH-noo

Translations: of reclining, of those reclining, of those who recline, of those who are reclining at table

Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the verb 'ανακειμαι' (anakeimai), meaning 'to recline' or 'to lie down'. It specifically refers to the ancient custom of reclining at meals. In this genitive plural form, it indicates possession or relation to 'those who are reclining'.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine, Participle, Present, Middle/Passive

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑΚΕΙΜΑΙ, ΣΥΝΑΝΑΚΕΙΜΑΙ

G235

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ee-gah-NAK-tay-sahn

Translations: they were indignant, they were displeased, they were angry

Notes: This word describes a strong feeling of displeasure, indignation, or anger, often arising from a sense of injustice or impropriety. It signifies a deep emotional reaction to something perceived as wrong or offensive. In this form, it indicates that a group of people experienced this feeling in the past.

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

Synonyms: ΟΡΓΙΖΟΜΑΙ, ΘΥΜΟΩ

Etymology: From ἀγανακτέω (aganakteō), meaning 'to be indignant'. It is derived from ἄγαν (agan, 'very much') and ἄχθομαι (achthomai, 'to be grieved, vexed').

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.

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.

G0684

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ap-oh-LEE-ah

Translations: destruction, ruin, perishing, waste, loss, a waste

Notes: This word refers to a state of utter ruin, destruction, or perishing. It can also denote the act of wasting something or the resulting loss. In a moral or spiritual sense, it signifies eternal ruin or damnation. It is often used to describe a state of being lost or undone.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΟΛΕΘΡΟΣ, ΦΘΟΡΑ, ΚΑΤΑΒΟΛΗ

Etymology: Derived from the verb ΑΠΟΛΛΥΜΙ (apollymi), meaning 'to destroy' or 'to lose', which is formed from the prefix ΑΠΟ (apo, 'from, away from') and the root ΟΛΛΥΜΙ (ollymi, 'to destroy, to perish').

G1410

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-DY-nah-toh

Translations: was able, could, had power, was strong enough

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to be able' or 'to have power'. It describes the capacity or capability of someone or something to perform an action or to possess a certain quality. It is often used in past tense contexts, indicating that someone 'was able' or 'could' do something. It can also imply having the inherent strength or authority to act.

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

Synonyms: ΙΣΧΥΩ, ΔΥΝΑΜΕΩ

Etymology: The word ΔΥΝΑΜΑΙ (dynamai) comes from the Greek word ΔΥΝΑΜΙΣ (dynamis), meaning 'power' or 'strength'. It is related to concepts of inherent ability and capability.

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.

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.

G4098

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pra-THEE-nai

Translations: to be sold, to be bought, to be put up for sale

Notes: This is the aorist passive infinitive form of the verb 'pipraskō', meaning 'to sell'. As an infinitive, it functions like a verbal noun, often translated as 'to be sold' or 'for sale'. It indicates the action of being sold, rather than the act of selling by an agent. It can be used in various constructions where the action of being sold is the focus, such as after prepositions or as the subject or object of another verb.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΠΩΛΕΩ, ΑΠΟΔΙΔΩΜΙ

G1325

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: doh-THEE-nai

Translations: to be given, to be granted, to be bestowed

Notes: This word is the aorist passive infinitive form of the verb 'δίδωμι' (didomi), meaning 'to give'. Therefore, 'δοθῆναι' means 'to be given' or 'to be granted'. It describes an action of receiving something without specifying who is doing the giving. It is often used in constructions where the subject of the main verb is the recipient of the action.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΛΑΜΒΑΝΕΙΝ, ΠΑΡΕΧΕΣΘΑΙ

Etymology: The word 'δίδωμι' comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to give'. It is a reduplicated present tense verb, characteristic of many ancient Indo-European languages.

G2873

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KO-poos

Translations: toil, labor, trouble, weariness, effort, hardship

Notes: This word refers to strenuous labor, effort, or the trouble and weariness that results from such work. It can describe physical exertion, mental effort, or the distress caused by difficulties. It is often used in contexts describing hard work or suffering.

Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΠΟΝΟΣ, ΜΟΧΘΟΣ, ΚΑΜΑΤΟΣ

Etymology: From the verb κόπτω (koptō), meaning 'to strike, cut, or beat', which implies the effort and exertion involved in such actions. The noun form then refers to the result or process of this strenuous activity.

G2041

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ER-gon

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΑΞΙΣ, ΔΟΥΛΕΙΑ, ΚΑΤΕΡΓΟΝ

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

G2038

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ehr-GAH-sah-toh

Translations: he worked, he performed, he produced, he accomplished, he earned, he gained

Notes: This word is the third person singular, aorist indicative middle/passive form of the verb 'εργαζομαι' (ergazomai). It describes an action that was completed in the past, often with the subject performing the action for themselves (middle voice) or experiencing the action (passive voice). It can mean to work, labor, perform, accomplish, or even to earn or gain something through effort.

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

Synonyms: ΠΟΙΕΩ, ΠΡΑΤΤΩ, ΚΑΤΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The verb ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ (ergazomai) is derived from the noun ΕΡΓΟΝ (ergon), meaning 'work' or 'deed'. It signifies the act of engaging in work or activity.

G2038

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eer-GAH-sah-toh

Translations: he worked, he performed, he did, he accomplished, he produced, he earned

Notes: ΕΙΡΓΑΣΑΤΟ is the third person singular aorist indicative middle/passive form of the verb ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ. It describes an action that was completed in the past, often with the subject performing the action for themselves or experiencing the result of the action. It can refer to working, doing, accomplishing, or producing something.

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

Synonyms: ΠΟΙΕΩ, ΠΡΑΤΤΩ, ΚΑΤΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The verb ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ comes from the noun ΕΡΓΟΝ (ergon), meaning 'work' or 'deed'. It signifies the act of performing or carrying out a task.

G3326

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: meth

Translations: with, after, among, by, in company with

Notes: This is an elided form of the preposition 'μετά' (meta), which means 'with' or 'after'. The final alpha (α) is dropped when the next word begins with a vowel and a rough breathing mark (indicated by the 'θ' which is the first letter of the following word in the examples, 'θύμου'). It indicates association, accompaniment, or sequence in time or order. When used with the genitive case, it typically means 'with' or 'in company with'. When used with the accusative case, it typically means 'after' or 'behind'.

Inflection: Does not inflect (preposition, but this is an elided form)

Synonyms: ΣΥΝ, ΠΑΡΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *met- (among, with, in the middle of).

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.

G0906

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: bah-LOO-sah

Translations: throwing, casting, putting, placing, laying, striking, a throwing, a casting, a putting, a placing, a laying, a striking

Notes: ΒΑΛΟΥΣΑ is a participle derived from the verb ΒΑΛΛΩ, which means 'to throw,' 'to cast,' 'to put,' or 'to place.' As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action performed by a noun or pronoun. It can indicate a simultaneous action or a preceding action, depending on the context. For example, it could describe a woman who is 'throwing' or 'having thrown' something.

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

Synonyms: ΡΙΠΤΩ, ΤΙΘΗΜΙ, ΕΚΒΑΛΛΩ

G3464

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: MOO-ron

Translations: ointment, an ointment, perfume, a perfume, myrrh

Notes: This word refers to a fragrant oil, ointment, or perfume, often made from myrrh or other aromatic substances. It was commonly used for anointing, for medicinal purposes, for burial preparations, or simply as a pleasant fragrance.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΕΛΑΙΟΝ, ΑΡΩΜΑ

Etymology: The word "μύρον" is of Semitic origin, likely related to the Hebrew word "mor" (מֹר), meaning myrrh. It entered Greek through trade and cultural exchange.

G4314

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: PROSS

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΕΙΣ, ΕΠΙ, ΠΑΡΑ

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

G0281

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: ah-MEN

Translations: Amen, truly, verily, so be it

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΑΛΗΘΩΣ, ΝΑΙ

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

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'.

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.

G2098

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: yoo-ang-GEL-ee-on

Translations: gospel, good news, a gospel, a good news

Notes: This word refers to 'good news' or 'glad tidings', and in a religious context, specifically 'the Gospel' or the message of salvation. It is a compound word formed from 'eu' (good, well) and 'angelia' (message, announcement). It is commonly used to refer to the Christian message of salvation through Jesus Christ.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΚΗΡΥΓΜΑ, ΛΟΓΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'ΕΥΑΓΓΕΛΙΟ' (euangelion) is derived from the Greek prefix 'εὖ' (eu), meaning 'good' or 'well', and 'ἄγγελμα' (angelma), meaning 'message' or 'announcement'. It originally referred to a reward for bringing good news, and later to the good news itself.

G2889

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KOH-smoh

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΟΥΜΕΝΗ, ΑΙΩΝ

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

G3422

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: mnee-MO-sy-non

Translations: memorial, remembrance, a memorial, a remembrance

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

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΜΝΗΜΗ, ΥΠΟΜΝΗΣΙΣ

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

G1427

Part of Speech: Numeral

Sounds like: DOH-deh-kah

Translations: twelve

Notes: This is a scribal abbreviation for the Greek numeral 'twelve' (δώδεκα). In ancient Greek manuscripts, letters were often used to represent numbers, and an overline (or 'overline' as described) was used to indicate this numerical value. The letter Iota (Ι) represents 10, and Beta (Β) represents 2, thus combining to form 12. It is used to denote the quantity of twelve.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a numeral abbreviation)

Etymology: The word δώδεκα (dodeka) comes from δύο (duo, 'two') and δέκα (deka, 'ten').

Part of Speech: Participle, Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: leh-GO-meh-noss

Translations: being said, being spoken, being called, called, named, the one being said, the one being called

Notes: This word is a present passive participle derived from the verb 'to say' or 'to speak'. It describes something or someone that is being said, spoken about, or called. It often functions as an adjective meaning 'called' or 'named', or as a noun referring to 'the one being called' or 'the one being spoken of'. It can be used to introduce a common name or a description of something.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΛΟΥΜΕΝΟΣ, ΟΝΟΜΑΖΟΜΕΝΟΣ

G2421

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: is-ka-ree-OH-tays

Translations: Iscariot

Notes: This word refers to a surname, most famously associated with Judas Iscariot, one of the twelve apostles who betrayed Jesus. The name likely indicates his place of origin, possibly from Kerioth in Judea. It is used to distinguish him from other individuals named Judas.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Etymology: The etymology of 'Iscariot' is debated, but the most widely accepted theory is that it derives from the Hebrew phrase 'ish Kerioth' (אִישׁ קְרִיּוֹת), meaning 'man of Kerioth'. Kerioth was a town in Judea.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ar-khee-e-REES

Translations: high priest, chief priest, a high priest

Notes: This word is a compound noun, combining 'arch-' (chief, principal) and 'hiereus' (priest). It refers to the chief priest, the highest religious official in ancient Israel, who was responsible for leading the worship and sacrifices in the Temple. It can also refer to members of the high-priestly family or the chief priests collectively.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Etymology: This word is a compound of the Greek words ΑΡΧΩΝ (ARCHON), meaning 'ruler' or 'chief', and ΙΕΡΕΥΣ (HIEREUS), meaning 'priest'. It literally means 'chief priest'.

G2309

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: theh-LEH-tai

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΒΟΥΛΟΜΑΙ, ΕΠΙΘΥΜΩ

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

G0000

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: DOH-neh

Translations: Adonijah

Notes: This word appears to be a misspelling or a variant of the proper noun 'Adonijah' (Ἀδωνίας or Ἀδωνείας in Koine Greek). Adonijah was a son of King David in the Old Testament. The form 'ΔΩΝΕ' itself is not a standard Koine Greek word, but given the context of names like 'ἈΔΩΝΕΙΚΑΜ' and 'ἈΔΩΝΕΙΑ' in the examples, it strongly suggests a connection to the name Adonijah or a similar Semitic name.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine (likely a variant or misspelling of a proper noun)

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pah-rah-DOH-soh

Translations: I will hand over, I will deliver, I will give up, I will betray

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition παρά (para), meaning 'beside' or 'alongside', and the verb δίδωμι (didomi), meaning 'to give'. It means to hand over, deliver, or transmit something or someone. It can be used in various contexts, such as delivering a person into custody, handing over a tradition, or even betraying someone.

Inflection: Future Active Indicative, 1st Person Singular

Synonyms: ΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΑΠΟΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΕΚΔΙΔΩΜΙ

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: OW-toh

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

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

Inflection: Neuter, Nominative or Accusative, Singular

Synonyms: ΟΔΕ, ΟΥΤΟΣ

G2476

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ES-tay-san

Translations: they stood, they stood up, they were set, they were appointed, they were established

Notes: This is the third person plural, aorist active indicative form of the verb 'histemi'. It describes an action completed in the past by a group of people, indicating that they took a stand, were placed, or were established in a particular position or state. It can refer to physical standing or a more metaphorical establishment.

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

Synonyms: ΕΓΕΙΡΩ, ΟΡΘΟΩ, ΣΤΗΚΩ

G0694

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ar-gy-REE-ah

Translations: money, silver, a piece of silver, silver coin

Notes: This word refers to silver, particularly in the form of money or silver coins. It is often used to denote a sum of money or wealth. In ancient contexts, silver was a primary medium of exchange, so 'argyria' frequently means 'money' in a general sense, or specifically 'silver currency'. It is a feminine noun.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΧΡΗΜΑΤΑ, ΚΕΡΜΑ

Etymology: The word 'argyria' is derived from the Greek word 'argyros' (ΑΡΓΥΡΟΣ), meaning 'silver'. It refers to something made of silver or related to silver, specifically money.

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.

G2212

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-ZAY-tee

Translations: he was seeking, he sought, he was looking for, he looked for

Notes: This word is an inflected form of the verb 'ζητέω' (zēteō), meaning 'to seek' or 'to look for'. It describes an ongoing or repeated action of seeking in the past. The form 'ΕΖΗΤΙ' is a common misspelling or scribal error for 'ΕΖΗΤΕΙ' (ezētei), which is the imperfect active indicative third person singular of 'ζητέω'.

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Imperfect, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΖΗΤΕΩ, ΑΝΑΖΗΤΕΩ

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

G0001

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: ah-ZY-mon

Translations: of unleavened, of unleavened bread, of the Unleavened Bread, of the Feast of Unleavened Bread

Notes: This word describes something as 'unleavened,' meaning made without yeast. It is most commonly used in the context of 'unleavened bread' or, by extension, refers to the 'Feast of Unleavened Bread,' which was a significant Jewish festival. In the provided examples, it refers to the days or the feast itself.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter

Etymology: The word is a compound of the negative prefix 'A-' (meaning 'not' or 'without') and 'ZYME' (meaning 'leaven' or 'yeast'). Thus, it literally means 'without leaven'.

Part of Speech: Unknown

Sounds like: THEH-lis

Translations: unknown

Notes: It's not clear what this word means. It appears to be a fragment or a misspelling. Given the context provided, it is highly probable that 'ΘΕΛΙΣ' is part of a proper noun, specifically 'ΒΗΘΕΛΙΣΟΥΒ' (BETHELISOUB). This longer form, 'Βηθελισούβ', is likely a transliteration of a Hebrew name or place, possibly related to 'Beth-el' (House of God) or a similar construction, but 'ΘΕΛΙΣ' by itself does not form a recognizable word in Koine Greek. It could be a scribal error or an incomplete transcription of the full name.

Inflection: Unknown

G2090

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-toy-MAH-so-men

Translations: let us prepare, that we may prepare, we should prepare

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to prepare' or 'to make ready'. It is used to express a command or exhortation for a group (us) to perform the action of preparing. It can also indicate purpose or a potential action.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑΣΚΕΥΑΖΩ, ΠΑΡΑΣΚΕΥΑΖΩ

Etymology: The word ἑτοιμάζω (hetoimazō) comes from the adjective ἕτοιμος (hetoimos), meaning 'ready' or 'prepared'.

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.

G4172

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: POH-lin

Translations: city, a city

Notes: The word 'πόλιν' is the accusative singular form of the noun 'πόλις', meaning 'city'. It refers to a populated place, typically larger than a village, with a defined administrative structure. As an accusative case, it functions as the direct object of a verb or the object of certain prepositions, indicating the destination or the object being acted upon. For example, one might 'go into the city' or 'see the city'.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Etymology: The word 'πόλις' comes from Proto-Indo-European, referring to a fortified place or citadel. It developed to mean a city-state in ancient Greece, encompassing both the physical settlement and its citizens.

G5604

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: oh-dee-NAS

Translations: birth pangs, labor pains, pains, anguish, a birth pang, a labor pain, an anguish

Notes: This word refers to the intense pains experienced during childbirth, often translated as 'birth pangs' or 'labor pains'. By extension, it can also describe any severe pain, distress, or anguish, similar to the suffering of childbirth. It is used metaphorically to describe intense suffering or the 'birth' of something new, often with difficulty.

Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΟΝΟΣ, ΘΛΙΨΙΣ, ΣΤΕΝΟΧΩΡΙΑ

G1320

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: di-DAS-ka-los

Translations: teacher, a teacher, master, instructor

Notes: This word refers to a teacher, instructor, or master. It is used to denote someone who imparts knowledge or provides instruction, often in a formal or authoritative capacity. It can be used in various contexts, from a general educator to a religious or philosophical leader.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΚΑΘΗΓΗΤΗΣ, ΡΑΒΒΙ

Etymology: From the Greek verb διδάσκω (didaskō), meaning 'to teach', combined with the suffix -καλος (-kalos), which forms nouns indicating a person who performs the action of the verb. Thus, it literally means 'one who teaches'.

G2540

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: kai-ROS

Translations: time, a time, season, a season, appointed time, an appointed time, opportune time, an opportune time

Notes: This word refers to a specific, opportune, or appointed time, often implying a critical moment or a season of activity, as opposed to chronological time (chronos). It is used to denote the right or proper time for something to happen or be done.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΧΡΟΝΟΣ, ΩΡΑ, ΕΥΚΑΙΡΙΑ

Etymology: The etymology of 'ΚΑΙΡΟΣ' is uncertain, but it is thought to be related to the verb 'κείρω' (keirō), meaning 'to cut', possibly referring to a 'cut' or 'decisive' moment in time.

G1451

Part of Speech: Adverb, Preposition

Sounds like: ENG-goos

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΠΛΗΣΙΟΝ, ΕΠΙΣΤΑΣΙΣ

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

G4160

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: poy-OH

Translations: do, make, produce, create, perform, cause, appoint, keep, observe

Notes: This verb means to do, make, or produce something. It can refer to physical creation, performing an action, or causing an event to happen. It is often used in contexts of carrying out commands, observing laws, or bringing about a state of being. Its meaning can vary depending on the context and the object it takes.

Inflection: First Person Singular, Present Indicative, Active Voice

Synonyms: ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ, ΠΡΑΤΤΩ, ΤΙΘΗΜΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *kʷey- 'to build, make'. It is related to words meaning 'to build' or 'to construct'.

G5613

Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction, Preposition

Sounds like: OHS

Translations: as, like, when, how, about, approximately, that, so that

Notes: ΩΣ is a versatile particle in Koine Greek, primarily functioning as a conjunction or adverb. It is used to introduce comparisons ('as,' 'like'), indicate time ('when'), express manner ('how'), or denote purpose or result ('so that,' 'that'). It can also indicate approximation ('about,' 'approximately') or serve as a preposition meaning 'to' or 'towards' with certain cases.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΩΣΠΕΡ, ΚΑΘΩΣ, ΩΣΑΝΕΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is related to demonstrative pronouns and adverbs indicating manner or comparison.

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: geh-no-MEH-nays

Translations: (of) having become, (of) having happened, (of) being, (of) coming into existence, (of) being born, (of) being made

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'γίνομαι' (ginomai), meaning 'to become,' 'to happen,' 'to come into existence,' or 'to be made.' As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred or is in the process of occurring, often functioning like a verbal adjective or an adverbial clause. In this form, it indicates a feminine singular genitive relationship, often translated as 'of having become' or 'when it became' in a genitive absolute construction.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine, Aorist Middle Participle

Synonyms: ΓΕΝΕΣΘΑΙ, ΕΓΕΝΕΤΟ, ΓΕΝΟΜΕΝΟΝ

G0345

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-NEH-kee-toh

Translations: reclined, was reclining, was at table, was eating

Notes: This word is the third person singular imperfect indicative form of the verb 'ανακειμαι' (anakeimai), meaning 'to recline at table' or 'to be seated at a meal'. In ancient Greek culture, people would recline on couches while eating, rather than sitting on chairs. This form describes an action that was ongoing in the past.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑΚΕΙΜΑΙ, ΣΥΝΑΝΑΚΕΙΜΑΙ

G2068

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ess-THEE-on-TON

Translations: (of) eating, (of) those eating, (of) them eating

Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the verb 'to eat'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or noun, describing someone or something that is in the act of eating. It is often translated as 'of those who are eating' or 'of eating' depending on the context, indicating possession or relationship concerning the act of eating.

Inflection: Genitive, Plural, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΦΑΓΟΝΤΩΝ, ΒΡΩΣΕΩΣ

Etymology: The word ΕΣΘΙΩ (esthio) is an ancient Greek verb meaning 'to eat'. Its etymology is complex, possibly deriving from a Proto-Indo-European root related to consuming or devouring.

G3003

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: LEH-gee

Translations: Legion, a legion

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

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Vocative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΛΗΘΟΣ, ΣΤΡΑΤΕΥΜΑ

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'.

G1537, G1803

Part of Speech: Preposition, Numeral

Sounds like: eks

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΑΠΟ, ΕΚ, ΕΞΑ

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

G3862

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pa-ra-DO-see

Translations: tradition, a tradition, instruction, teaching, delivery, a delivery

Notes: This word refers to something handed down, whether orally or in writing, such as a tradition, teaching, or instruction. It can also refer to the act of handing over or delivering something. In a religious context, it often refers to established customs or doctrines.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΙΔΑΧΗ, ΕΝΤΟΛΗ

Etymology: From the verb παραδίδωμι (paradidomi), meaning 'to hand over, deliver,' which is formed from παρά (para, 'beside, by') and δίδωμι (didomi, 'to give'). Thus, it literally means 'a handing over' or 'that which is handed over.'

G3076

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: ly-POO-meh-noy

Translations: grieving, sorrowing, being sad, distressed, being grieved, being distressed

Notes: This word is a present passive participle, meaning 'being grieved' or 'being sorrowful'. It describes a state of experiencing sadness or distress, often as a result of something that has happened to them. It indicates an ongoing or continuous state of being affected by grief or sorrow.

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

Synonyms: ΠΕΝΘΟΥΝΤΕΣ, ΣΤΕΝΑΖΟΝΤΕΣ, ΟΔΥΡΟΜΕΝΟΙ

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'.

G3381, G3382

Part of Speech: Particle, Noun

Sounds like: MAY-tee

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΑΡΑ, ΒΟΥΛΗ, ΣΟΦΙΑ

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

G1510

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EYE-mee

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΥΠΑΡΧΩ, ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ

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

G3326

Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb

Sounds like: MEH-tah

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΣΥΝ, ΕΠΙ, ΠΡΟΣ

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

G5495

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KHEIR-ah

Translations: hand, a hand, power, strength, agency

Notes: This word refers to a hand, but it is often used metaphorically to signify power, strength, or agency. For example, 'in the hand of God' can mean 'under the power or authority of God'. It can also refer to a person's active involvement or instrumentality in an event.

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

Synonyms: ΔΥΝΑΜΙΣ, ΕΞΟΥΣΙΑ, ΚΡΑΤΟΣ

Etymology: From an uncertain root, possibly related to an old Indo-European word for 'grasp' or 'take'.

G3778

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: OO-tos

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

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

Inflection: Masculine, Nominative, Singular

Synonyms: ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ, ΟΔΕ

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

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-ra-DOH-say

Translations: he will hand over, he will deliver, he will betray, he will entrust, he will give up

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to hand over,' 'to deliver,' 'to betray,' 'to entrust,' or 'to give up.' It describes the act of transferring something or someone from one's possession or authority to another's. It can be used in various contexts, such as delivering a message, handing over a prisoner, betraying someone, or entrusting a task.

Inflection: Future Indicative, Active Voice, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΑΠΟΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΕΚΔΙΔΩΜΙ

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.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: an-THROH-poo

Translations: (of) man, (of) a man, (of) human being, (of) a human being, (of) person, (of) a person

Notes: This word is a scribal abbreviation for ΑΝΘΡΩΠΟΥ (anthrōpou), which is the genitive singular form of the noun ΑΝΘΡΩΠΟΣ (anthrōpos). It refers to a human being, mankind, or a person. In context, it often denotes a specific individual or humanity in general. As a genitive form, it typically indicates possession, origin, or relationship, translating as 'of man' or 'of a human being'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΒΡΟΤΟΣ, ΑΝΗΡ

G5217

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: hoo-PAH-ghee

Translations: go away, depart, go, leave, withdraw

Notes: This word means to go away, depart, or withdraw. It is often used as an imperative, meaning 'go!' or 'begone!'. It can also describe the act of going from one place to another.

Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, 3rd Person Singular or Present, Active, Imperative, 2nd Person Singular

Synonyms: ΑΠΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: From the prefix ΥΠΟ (HYPO), meaning 'under' or 'away', and the verb ΑΓΩ (AGO), meaning 'to lead' or 'to go'. Thus, it literally means 'to lead oneself away' or 'to go away'.

G2531

Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction

Sounds like: KAH-thohss

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΩΣ, ΚΑΘΑ

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

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'.

G0507

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: AH-noh

Translations: up, above, upward, on high, heaven, to heaven

Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'up' or 'above'. It is used to indicate direction towards a higher place or position, or to refer to a location that is physically or metaphorically higher. It can also refer to the heavens or a heavenly realm. It is often used in contrast with words meaning 'down' or 'below'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΠΑΝΩ, ΥΠΕΡ

Etymology: From an ancient root meaning 'up' or 'over'. It is related to the preposition 'ana' (ἀνά), which also conveys a sense of upward movement or distribution.

G0507

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: AH-noh

Translations: above, up, upward, up high, on high, in heaven, heavenly, from above

Notes: This word is a scribal abbreviation for the Greek adverb 'ΑΝΩ' (anō). It indicates direction or position, meaning 'up,' 'above,' or 'upward.' It can refer to a physical location, a higher status, or a heavenly realm. It is often used to describe movement towards a higher place or something originating from a higher source.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΠΑΝΩ, ΥΠΕΡ

Etymology: From the Greek preposition 'ANA' (ana), meaning 'up' or 'upward.'

G1565

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective

Sounds like: eh-KAY-noh

Translations: (to) that, (for) that, that (one)

Notes: This word is a demonstrative pronoun or adjective meaning 'that' or 'that one'. It refers to something or someone distant in time or space from the speaker. It is used to point out a specific person or thing, often in contrast to something closer or more immediate. In this dative singular form, it indicates the indirect object of an action or the recipient of something.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine, Feminine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΟΔΕ, ΟΥΤΟΣ

G1223

Part of Speech: Preposition, Numeral

Sounds like: DEE

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΕΚ, ΥΠΟ, ΕΝΕΚΕΝ

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

G1487, G1488

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Verb

Sounds like: AY

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΕΑΝ, ΕΙΠΕΡ, ΕΣΤΙΝ

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

G3756

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.

G1080

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-gen-NEE-theh

Translations: was born, was begotten, was produced

Notes: This word is the aorist passive indicative form of the verb 'gennao', meaning 'to beget' or 'to give birth'. In this passive form, it means 'to be born' or 'to be begotten'. It describes an event that happened in the past, indicating the origin or coming into existence of someone or something. It is often used in contexts referring to physical birth or the spiritual birth of believers.

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

Synonyms: ΤΙΚΤΩ, ΦΥΩ

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: AN-thro-pos

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

Notes: This word is a scribal abbreviation (nomina sacra) for ἌΝΘΡΩΠΟΣ, meaning 'human being' or 'man'. It refers to a person in general, without distinction of gender, or specifically to a male human. It can be used to refer to mankind collectively or to an individual. It is often used in contrast to God or animals.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΒΡΟΤΟΣ, ΑΝΗΡ

Etymology: The etymology of ἄνθρωπος is uncertain, but it is thought to be a compound word. One theory suggests it comes from ἀνήρ (man) and ὤψ (face), meaning 'man-faced'. Another theory connects it to ἀνατρέπω (to turn up, to look up), suggesting 'one who looks upward'.

G1565

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective

Sounds like: eh-KAY-nos

Translations: that, those, he, she, it, they, the former

Notes: This word is likely a misspelling or a variant of 'ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ' (ekeinos). 'ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ' is a demonstrative pronoun or adjective used to refer to something or someone distant in space or time, or to distinguish it from something closer. It functions similarly to 'that' or 'those' in English, indicating 'that one over there' or 'the one previously mentioned'. It can also be used as a substantive pronoun meaning 'he, she, it, or they' when referring to a specific person or thing already identified.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΟΥΤΟΣ, ΟΔΕ

Etymology: The word 'ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ' (ekeinos) is derived from the demonstrative particle 'ΕΚΕΙ' (ekei), meaning 'there'. It points to something distant from the speaker and the listener.

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: pah-rah-dee-DOOS

Translations: handing over, delivering, giving up, betraying, committing, entrusting, transmitting

Notes: This word is the present active participle of the verb 'paradidomi'. It describes the action of 'handing over' or 'delivering' something or someone. Depending on the context, it can mean to deliver into custody, to give up, to betray, to commit or entrust something to someone, or to transmit traditions or teachings. It implies a transfer of responsibility, possession, or information.

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

Synonyms: ΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΑΠΟΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΕΓΧΕΙΡΙΖΩ

G4461

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: rahb-BEE

Translations: Rabbi, Master, Teacher

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΔΑΣΚΑΛΟΣ, ΚΥΡΙΟΣ

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

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EYE-pas

Translations: you said, you spoke, you told

Notes: This word is the second person singular, aorist active indicative form of the verb 'epō', meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. It indicates a completed action in the past, specifically 'you said' or 'you spoke'. It is used when referring to a statement or utterance made by a single person in the past.

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

Synonyms: ΛΕΓΩ, ΛΑΛΕΩ, ΦΗΜΙ

Etymology: The verb 'epō' is an ancient Greek verb with a long history, tracing its roots back to Proto-Indo-European. It is one of the primary verbs for 'to say' or 'to speak' in Greek, alongside 'legō' and 'lalēō'.

G2983

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: lah-BOHN

Translations: taking, having taken, receiving, having received, seizing, having seized

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb 'λαμβάνω' (lambanō), meaning 'to take,' 'to receive,' or 'to seize.' As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has already occurred. It often indicates the means or circumstance by which another action takes place. For example, 'having taken the book, he read it' or 'receiving the gift, she smiled.'

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

Synonyms: ΚΟΜΙΣΑΜΕΝΟΣ, ΔΕΞΑΜΕΝΟΣ, ΕΙΛΗΦΩΣ

G1325

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: DOOS

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine, Aorist, Active

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΕΧΩΝ, ΧΑΡΙΖΟΜΕΝΟΣ

G3101

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: mah-THEE-tes

Translations: disciples, students, learners

Notes: This word refers to a disciple, student, or learner. It is used to describe someone who follows and learns from a teacher or master. In the context of the New Testament, it often refers to the followers of Jesus. The form ΜΑΘΗΤΕΣ is the plural of ΜΑΘΗΤΗΣ.

Inflection: Plural, Masculine, Nominative or Vocative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑΚΟΛΟΥΘΟΙ, ΜΥΣΤΑΙ

Etymology: From the verb MANTHANO (G3129), meaning 'to learn' or 'to understand'. It describes one who is engaged in the process of learning.

G4983

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: SOH-mah

Translations: body, a body, flesh, a slave

Notes: This word refers to the physical body of a human or animal, or a physical object. It can also metaphorically refer to a group of people or a community, or even to the substance of something. In some contexts, it can refer to a slave or servant, as a 'body' belonging to another.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΣΑΡΞ, ΧΡΩΣ

Etymology: The origin of this word is uncertain. It is possibly derived from the verb σῴζω (sōizō), meaning 'to save' or 'to preserve', implying something that is kept or preserved.

G2168

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: yoo-kha-ris-TAY-sas

Translations: having given thanks, having been thankful, having blessed

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle of the verb 'eucharisteo', meaning 'to give thanks' or 'to be thankful'. It describes an action that has been completed in the past, often preceding another action, indicating that someone has performed the act of giving thanks. It can function adverbially, modifying the main verb of a sentence.

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

Synonyms: ΕΥΛΟΓΗΣΑΣ, ΕΞΟΜΟΛΟΓΗΣΑΜΕΝΟΣ

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'.

G1242

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: Dee-ah-THEE-kees

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΘΗΚΗ

G0859

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: AH-feh-sin

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΛΥΣΙΣ, ΧΑΡΙΣ, ΣΥΓΧΩΡΗΣΙΣ

G266

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: hah-mar-tee-OHN

Translations: of sins, of a sin

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

Inflection: Genitive, Plural, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΝΟΜΙΑ, ΑΔΙΚΙΑ, ΠΑΡΑΠΤΩΜΑ

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

G0575

Part of Speech: Preposition, Prefix

Sounds like: AP

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΚ, ΠΑΡΑ

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

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.

G1081

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: geh-NAY-mah-tos

Translations: of fruit, of produce, of offspring, of a product, of a generation

Notes: This word refers to something produced or generated, such as the fruit of the ground, the produce of a harvest, or the offspring of living beings. It can also refer to the result or product of an action or process. In a sentence, it would typically be used to indicate the origin or source of something, or to describe what something consists of.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Neuter

Synonyms: ΚΑΡΠΟΣ, ΕΚΓΟΝΟΝ, ΑΠΟΓΟΝΟΣ

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.

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).

G2756

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: KEH-non

Translations: empty, a void, vain, in vain, to no purpose, useless, a useless thing

Notes: This word describes something that is empty, void, or without content. It can refer to a physical space that is vacant, or it can be used metaphorically to describe something that is useless, ineffective, or done to no purpose. When used with a preposition like 'εἰς' (eis), it often translates to 'in vain' or 'to no purpose', indicating an action that yields no positive result.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΜΑΤΑΙΟΣ, ΑΝΩΦΕΛΗΣ

Etymology: From an uncertain primary word. It refers to something that is empty or void.

G0932

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: bah-see-LEH-ah

Translations: kingdom, reign, royal power, a kingdom

Notes: This word refers to a kingdom, royal rule, or sovereignty. It can denote the territory ruled by a king, the act of reigning, or the abstract concept of kingship or royal authority. It is often used in the New Testament to refer to the 'kingdom of God' or 'kingdom of heaven'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΙΟΝ, ΒΑΣΙΛΕΥΣΙΣ

Etymology: From the Greek word βασιλεύς (basileus), meaning 'king'. It refers to the domain or authority of a king.

G5210

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: hoo-MEES

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

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

Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Dative

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

G4624

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: skan-da-li-STHE-ses-thai

Translations: to be caused to stumble, to be offended, to be scandalized, to be made to fall away

Notes: This word is the future passive infinitive form of the verb 'σκανδαλίζω' (skandalizo). It means 'to be caused to stumble' or 'to be offended'. In ancient Greek, 'σκανδαλίζω' originally referred to setting a trap or snare, causing someone to trip or fall. Metaphorically, it came to mean causing someone to stumble morally or spiritually, leading them into sin or apostasy, or causing them to take offense and abandon their faith or principles. The passive voice indicates that the subject is the one being caused to stumble or offended, and the infinitive form means 'to be' in this state in the future.

Inflection: Future, Passive, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΚΟΠΤΩ, ΠΤΩΜΑ

G3571

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: NYK-tee

Translations: to night, at night, by night, in the night

Notes: ΝΥΚΤΙ is the dative singular form of the noun ΝΥΞ (nyx), meaning 'night'. It is used to indicate the time when something occurs, often translated as 'at night', 'by night', or 'in the night'. It can also indicate the recipient of an action or the means by which something is done, though its primary use is temporal.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΕΣΠΕΡΑ, ΟΨΕ

Etymology: The word ΝΥΞ (nyx) comes from Proto-Indo-European *nokʷts, meaning 'night'. It is related to similar words for night in many Indo-European languages.

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.

G4166

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: poy-MEH-nah

Translations: shepherd, a shepherd, pastor, a pastor

Notes: This word refers to a shepherd, someone who tends and cares for sheep. It can also be used metaphorically to describe a leader, a guide, or a spiritual pastor who cares for a flock of people. In its literal sense, it describes a person whose occupation is to look after sheep. In a figurative sense, it describes someone who provides guidance and protection, much like a shepherd protects their flock.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΒΟΥΚΟΛΟΣ, ΑΙΠΟΛΟΣ

G1287

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-as-kor-pis-THEE-son-teh

Translations: will be scattered, will be dispersed, will be sown abroad

Notes: This word is a future passive participle, meaning 'those who will be scattered' or 'those who will be dispersed'. It describes an action that will happen to the subject, rather than an action performed by the subject. It is often used to describe people or things being spread out or separated, sometimes with a negative connotation of being driven apart.

Inflection: Future, Passive, Participle, Masculine or Neuter, Nominative or Accusative, Plural

Synonyms: ΣΚΟΡΠΙΖΩ, ΔΙΑΣΠΕΙΡΩ

Etymology: The word διασκορπίζω (diaskorpizo) is a compound verb formed from διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'apart', and σκορπίζω (skorpizo), meaning 'to scatter' or 'to disperse'.

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.

G4254

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pro-AX-oh

Translations: I will go before, I will lead, I will precede, I will lead forth

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition πρό (pro), meaning 'before' or 'in front of', and the verb ἄγω (ago), meaning 'to lead' or 'to bring'. Therefore, it means 'to lead before', 'to go before', or 'to precede'. It is used to indicate that someone will go ahead of others, either literally in terms of physical movement or figuratively in terms of leadership or priority.

Inflection: Future Active Indicative, 1st Person Singular

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ, ΠΡΟΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word ΠΡΟΑΓΩ (proago) is a compound of the prefix πρό (pro), meaning 'before' or 'in front of', and the verb ἄγω (ago), meaning 'to lead' or 'to bring'. The verb ἄγω comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to drive, lead, or pull'.

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

G4624

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: skan-da-lee-STHEE-son-tai

Translations: they will be offended, they will stumble, they will be caused to sin, they will be entrapped

Notes: This word describes the action of being caused to stumble, to be offended, or to fall into sin or error. It is often used in a spiritual sense, referring to someone being led astray or experiencing a moral or spiritual downfall. It is a passive form, meaning the subjects are acted upon, rather than performing the action themselves.

Inflection: Future, Passive, Indicative, Third Person Plural

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΚΟΠΤΩ, ΠΛΑΝΑΩ

G3763

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: oo-deh-POH-teh

Translations: never, at no time

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΜΗΔΕΠΟΤΕ, ΟΥΔΕΠΩ

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

G4624

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: skan-da-li-STHEE-so-me

Translations: we will be caused to stumble, we will be offended, we will be led into sin

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'we will be caused to stumble, we will be offended, or we will be led into sin'. It describes a future state where a group (we) is made to fall away from faith or right conduct, or is caused to take offense. The root verb 'skandalizo' refers to setting a trap or snare, and metaphorically, causing someone to trip or fall morally or spiritually. This specific form indicates that the action will happen to the subjects, rather than being performed by them.

Inflection: First Person Plural, Future, Passive, Indicative

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΚΟΨΟΜΕ

Etymology: The word ΣΚΑΝΔΑΛΙΖΩ derives from the noun ΣΚΑΝΔΑΛΟΝ (SKANDALON), which originally referred to the movable stick or trigger of a trap, a stumbling block, or an offense. It entered Koine Greek with the meaning of causing someone to stumble or fall morally or spiritually.

G4250

Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction

Sounds like: PRIN

Translations: before, sooner, until, ere

Notes: This word functions as an adverb or a conjunction, indicating a point in time prior to another event or action. As an adverb, it means 'before' or 'sooner'. As a conjunction, it means 'before' or 'until', often introducing a clause that describes an event that has not yet happened. It is frequently used with an infinitive or a subjunctive verb.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΡΟ, ΠΡΟΤΕΡΟΝ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *per- (forward, through). It is related to the preposition πρό (pro, before).

G0008

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-par-NEE-sees

Translations: denial, self-denial, renunciation

Notes: This word refers to the act of denying something or someone, or the act of renouncing oneself or something. It implies a strong refusal or rejection, often in a context of disowning or disavowing. It can be used to describe a person's refusal to acknowledge a truth or a relationship, or a deliberate act of giving up one's own desires or interests.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΡΝΗΣΙΣ, ΑΠΟΡΡΙΨΙΣ

Etymology: The word ἀπάρνησις (aparnēsis) is derived from the verb ἀπαρνέομαι (aparneomai), meaning 'to deny' or 'to renounce'. It is formed with the prefix ἀπό (apo), indicating separation or completion, and the verb ἀρνέομαι (arneomai), meaning 'to deny'.

G2579

Part of Speech: Conjunction

Sounds like: KAHN

Translations: even if, even though, although, if, when, whenever

Notes: ΚΑΝ is a contraction of the conjunction "καὶ" (and) and the particle "ἄν" (an untranslatable particle indicating possibility or condition). It is used to introduce conditional or concessive clauses, often conveying the sense of "even if" or "even though." It can also be used to express a general condition, meaning "whenever" or "if." It is typically followed by a subjunctive verb.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΚΑΙ, ΕΑΝ

Etymology: ΚΑΝ is a contraction of the Koine Greek words "καὶ" (and) and "ἄν" (a particle indicating possibility or condition).

G1189, G1162

Part of Speech: Verb, Noun

Sounds like: deh

Translations: to beg, to pray, to entreat, to ask, a prayer, an entreaty, a petition

Notes: This word is a stem that appears in various forms of the verb 'to beg' or 'to pray' (ΔΕΟΜΑΙ) and the noun 'prayer' or 'petition' (ΔΕΗΣΙΣ). As a verb, it describes the act of making a request or supplication, often to a higher power or authority. As a noun, it refers to the act of prayer or the specific request itself. It is commonly used in contexts of earnest appeal or humble petition.

Inflection: This is a stem that forms parts of various inflections. For the verb ΔΕΟΜΑΙ, it can be found in forms like the aorist passive (e.g., ἐδεήθην, δεηθῆναι, δεηθείς). For the noun ΔΕΗΣΙΣ, it is the root of the word, which inflects for case and number (e.g., nominative singular δεήσις, genitive singular δεήσεως).

Synonyms: ΑΙΤΕΩ, ΠΡΟΣΕΥΧΗ, ΙΚΕΤΕΙΑ

G4862

Part of Speech: Preposition, Prefix

Sounds like: soon

Translations: with, together with, along with

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

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

Synonyms: ΜΕΤΑ, ΟΜΟΥ

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

G0599

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-poh-thah-NIN

Translations: to die, to be dead, to be about to die

Notes: This word is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'ἀποθνῄσκω', meaning 'to die' or 'to be dead'. It is often used to express the action of dying or the state of being dead, frequently appearing after prepositions like 'μετά τό' (after) or as the object of verbs like 'ἐπεδέξαντο' (they chose).

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΤΕΛΕΥΤΑΩ, ΚΟΙΜΑΩ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἀπό (apo, 'from, away from') and θνῄσκω (thnēiskō, 'to die').

G0001

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-par-NEE-so-mai

Translations: will deny, will disown, will reject

Notes: This word means to deny, disown, or reject someone or something. It implies a strong refusal to acknowledge or associate with, often with the sense of renouncing. It is a compound word formed from 'ἀπό' (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and 'ἀρνέομαι' (arneomai), meaning 'to deny'. Thus, it conveys the idea of denying oneself away from something or someone.

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

Synonyms: ΑΡΝΕΟΜΑΙ, ΑΠΟΤΑΣΣΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word ἀπαρνέομαι (aparnéomai) is derived from the prefix ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb ἀρνέομαι (arnéomai), meaning 'to deny' or 'to refuse'. The prefix intensifies the meaning of denial, suggesting a complete or emphatic rejection.

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'.

G5561

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: kho-REE-on

Translations: field, a field, piece of land, a piece of land, place, a place, region, a region, country, a country, village, a village

Notes: This word refers to a specific piece of land, a field, or a defined area. It can also denote a region, country, or even a village. It is often used to describe a plot of ground, especially one used for agriculture or as a dwelling place.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑΓΡΟΣ, ΤΟΠΟΣ, ΚΩΜΗ

Etymology: ΧΩΡΙΟΝ is a diminutive of χῶρος (chōros), meaning 'place' or 'space'. Over time, it came to specifically denote a smaller, defined area, such as a field or a village.

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: leh-GO-meh-non

Translations: being said, being spoken, being called, being named, what is said, what is spoken, a thing said, a thing spoken

Notes: This word is a present passive participle derived from the verb 'ΛΕΓΩ' (lego), meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing something that is in the process of being said, spoken, or called. It can refer to a statement, a saying, or something that is being referred to or named.

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

Synonyms: ΛΑΛΟΥΜΕΝΟΝ, ΦΑΜΕΝΟΝ

G0565

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ap-el-THOHN

Translations: having gone away, departing, going away, having departed, having left

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb 'ΑΠΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ' (aperchomai), meaning 'to go away' or 'to depart'. As a participle, it describes an action that has been completed prior to or concurrent with the main verb of the sentence. It often functions adverbially, indicating the manner or circumstance of the main action, such as 'after going away' or 'by departing'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine, Aorist Active Participle

Synonyms: ΕΞΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΥΠΑΓΩ, ΑΝΑΧΩΡΕΩ

G3880

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: pa-ra-la-BOHN

Translations: having received, having taken, having taken along, having taken aside, having taken over, having taken possession of

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'παραλαμβάνω' (paralambanō), meaning 'to receive' or 'to take alongside'. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred or is ongoing, often functioning like an adjective or adverb in a sentence. It can imply taking something into one's possession, taking someone with oneself, or taking over a responsibility or role. The specific nuance depends on the context.

Inflection: Aorist Active Participle, Nominative Masculine Singular

Synonyms: ΛΑΒΩΝ, ΔΕΞΑΜΕΝΟΣ, ΚΟΜΙΣΑΜΕΝΟΣ

G2199

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: zeh-beh-DEH-oo

Translations: (of) Zebedee

Notes: This word is the genitive form of the proper noun "Zebedee". Zebedee was a fisherman, the father of the apostles James and John. The genitive case indicates possession or relationship, so "of Zebedee" means belonging to or associated with Zebedee. It is commonly used to identify his sons, as in "James, the son of Zebedee" or "John, the son of Zebedee".

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Etymology: The name Zebedee is of Hebrew origin, derived from the Hebrew name ZABDI (Strong's H2067), meaning "my gift" or "my portion". It is related to the Hebrew word for "gift" or "dowry".

G4036

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: peh-REE-loo-poss

Translations: very sorrowful, exceedingly sorrowful, deeply grieved, sad

Notes: This word is a compound adjective formed from 'περί' (peri), meaning 'around' or 'exceedingly', and 'λύπη' (lype), meaning 'grief' or 'sorrow'. It describes a state of intense or profound sadness, indicating someone who is overwhelmed by grief or sorrow. It is used to emphasize a deep emotional state.

Inflection: Nominative, Singular, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΛΥΠΗΡΟΣ, ΣΚΥΘΡΩΠΟΣ, ΣΤΥΓΝΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΠΕΡΙΛΥΠΟΣ is a compound of the preposition περί (peri), meaning 'around, about, exceedingly', and the noun λύπη (lype), meaning 'grief, sorrow'.

G1510

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ES-tee

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΥΠΑΡΧΩ, ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ

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

G5590

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: Ps-oo-KHEE

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

Notes: This word refers to the soul, the animating principle of a human or animal, often considered the seat of emotions, desires, and affections. It can also denote life itself, the individual person, or the mind/inner self. It is used in various contexts to refer to the breath of life, the spiritual part of a human being, or simply one's existence.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΝΕΥΜΑ, ΖΩΗ, ΚΑΡΔΙΑ

Etymology: From the verb ψύχω (psychō), meaning 'to breathe' or 'to blow', referring to the breath as the principle of life. It is related to the concept of breath as the essence of life.

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.

G4334

Part of Speech: Participle, Verb

Sounds like: pros-EL-thohn

Translations: having come to, approaching, having approached, coming near

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle, meaning 'having come to' or 'having approached'. It describes an action that happened prior to the main verb of the sentence. It is often used to indicate someone drawing near to a person or place, or coming forward to do something.

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

Synonyms: ΕΛΘΩΝ, ΕΓΓΙΣΑΣ

Etymology: The word ΠΡΟΣΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ is a compound word formed from the preposition ΠΡΟΣ (pros), meaning 'to' or 'toward', and the verb ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go'.

G3398

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun, Adverb

Sounds like: mee-KRON

Translations: small, little, a little, a small thing, a short time

Notes: This word is an adjective that describes something as small in size, quantity, or importance. It can be used to refer to physical smallness, a small amount, or something of lesser significance. In its neuter form, it can also function as a noun meaning 'a small thing' or 'a little bit', or as an adverb meaning 'a little' or 'for a short time'.

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

Synonyms: ΟΛΙΓΟΣ, ΒΡΑΧΥΣ

Etymology: The word ΜΙΚΡΟΣ comes from an ancient Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'small'. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages that convey the idea of smallness or littleness.

G4098

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EH-peh-sen

Translations: he fell, it fell, he collapsed, it collapsed, he dropped, it dropped, he perished, it perished

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb 'πίπτω' (pipto), meaning 'to fall'. It describes an action that occurred in the past, indicating that 'he', 'she', or 'it' fell, collapsed, dropped, or perished. It can be used in various contexts, from a physical fall to the collapse of a structure or the perishing of a person or thing.

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

Synonyms: ΠΕΣΩΝ, ΚΑΤΕΠΕΣΕΝ

G4383

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pros-OH-pon

Translations: face, a face, presence, person, appearance

Notes: This word refers to the face of a person or animal. It can also denote one's presence or appearance, or even a person themselves, especially in a formal or legal context. It is used to describe physical features as well as the impression or aspect someone presents.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΟΨΙΣ, ΕΙΔΟΣ, ΜΟΡΦΗ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek πρός (pros, "to, towards") and ὤψ (ōps, "eye, face"). It literally means "that which is towards the eye" or "that which is before the eye."

G4336

Part of Speech: Participle, Verb

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

Translations: praying, one who prays, a praying one

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

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

Synonyms: ΔΕΟΜΕΝΟΣ, ΑΙΤΟΥΜΕΝΟΣ

G4012

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: PEH-ree

Translations: about, concerning, around, for, on behalf of, with respect to, by, near

Notes: This word is a scribal abbreviation for the Koine Greek preposition 'περί' (peri). It is used to express a wide range of relationships, most commonly 'about' or 'concerning' something or someone. It can also indicate proximity ('around', 'near'), cause ('for', 'on behalf of'), or a general relation ('with respect to'). Its meaning can vary depending on the case of the noun it governs; for example, with the genitive case, it often means 'about' or 'concerning', while with the accusative case, it can mean 'around' or 'near'.

Inflection: Governs Genitive or Accusative case; Does not inflect itself

Synonyms: ΥΠΕΡ, ΕΠΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is related to other prepositions indicating proximity or surrounding.

G3928

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: par-EL-tha-toh

Translations: let it pass by, let it go away, let it depart, let it come to an end

Notes: This word means to pass by, go away, or come to an end. It is often used to describe something that is moving past, ceasing to exist, or being removed. It can refer to time passing, events concluding, or individuals departing from a place or situation. In this form, it is a command or wish for something to happen.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΔΙΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

G4133

Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction, Preposition

Sounds like: PLAYN

Translations: but, nevertheless, except, only, however, save, yet, notwithstanding, (except) for

Notes: This word functions as an adverb, conjunction, or preposition, indicating an exception, contrast, or limitation. As an adverb, it means 'nevertheless' or 'only'. As a conjunction, it means 'but' or 'however', introducing a contrasting statement. As a preposition, it means 'except' or 'save', typically followed by a genitive case, indicating exclusion.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΑΛΛΑ, ΕΙ ΜΗ, ΧΩΡΙΣ

Etymology: From an obsolete root, possibly related to πλῆθος (plēthos, 'multitude'), suggesting a sense of 'fullness' or 'completeness' from which something is excluded.

G3756

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: OOKH

Translations: no, not, never, by no means

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΥ, ΟΥΚ

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

G2309

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: THEH-loh

Translations: to wish, to want, to desire, to will, to intend, to be willing

Notes: This verb expresses a desire, intention, or willingness to do something. It can be used to indicate a strong personal wish or a divine will. It often takes an infinitive to complete its meaning, indicating what is wished or willed.

Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, First Person Singular

Synonyms: ΒΟΥΛΟΜΑΙ, ΕΠΙΘΥΜΩ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *gʷhelh₁- (to want, wish). It is related to the English word 'will' (as in 'free will').

G0235

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: ALL

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΕ, ΠΛΗΝ, ΟΜΩΣ

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

G2064

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ER-kheh-teh

Translations: you come, you go, he comes, he goes, it comes, it goes, they come, they go, come!, go!

Notes: This is a form of the verb 'erchomai', meaning 'to come' or 'to go'. It is a very common verb used to describe movement towards or away from a place or person. Depending on context, it can be interpreted as a second person plural present indicative (you all come/go), a third person singular present indicative (he/she/it comes/goes), or a second person plural present imperative (come!/go!). The specific meaning is determined by the surrounding words and the overall sentence structure.

Inflection: Present Indicative (2nd Person Plural or 3rd Person Singular) or Present Imperative (2nd Person Plural), All Genders, All Cases

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΒΑΙΝΩ, ΥΠΑΓΩ

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

G2480

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: is-KHYOO-sah-teh

Translations: you were able, you were strong, you prevailed, you had power, you could, you were mighty

Notes: This word is the aorist active indicative form of the verb 'ischyo', meaning 'to be strong', 'to be able', or 'to prevail'. It describes an action that occurred in the past, indicating that the subject possessed the strength or ability to do something, or that they succeeded in a particular endeavor. It is often used to express capability or effectiveness.

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

Synonyms: ΔΥΝΑΜΑΙ, ΚΡΑΤΕΩ

G3392

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: mee-AH-n

Translations: to defile, to pollute, to contaminate, to stain

Notes: This word describes the act of making something unclean, impure, or unholy. It can refer to physical defilement, such as staining or polluting, or to moral and spiritual defilement, such as corrupting or profaning. It is often used in a religious context to describe ritual impurity or sin.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΜΟΛΥΝΩ, ΡΥΠΑΙΝΩ, ΒΕΒΗΛΟΩ

Etymology: The word 'μιαίνω' (miainō) is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek. It is related to the concept of defilement and impurity.

G1129

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: gray-gor-EE-seh

Translations: he watched, he was awake, he was watchful, he was vigilant

Notes: This word describes the action of being awake, watchful, or vigilant. It implies a state of alertness, often in anticipation of something or to guard against danger. It can be used to describe someone who is literally not sleeping, or metaphorically, someone who is spiritually alert and prepared.

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

Synonyms: ΑΓΡΥΠΝΕΩ, ΝΗΦΩ

Etymology: From the Greek word 'γρηγορέω' (grēgoreō), meaning 'to be awake, to watch'. It is derived from 'ἐγείρω' (egeirō), meaning 'to awaken, to rouse'.

G1525

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ice-EL-thay-tie

Translations: let them enter, they may enter, they should enter, they might enter

Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'eiserchomai', meaning 'to go in', 'to come in', or 'to enter'. It describes the action of moving from an outside position to an inside one. This particular form is a subjunctive, indicating a potential, desired, or hypothetical action, often translated with 'may', 'might', 'should', or 'let them'. It is used for commands, exhortations, or expressing possibility.

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

Synonyms: ΕΜΒΑΙΝΩ, ΕΙΣΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ

G3986

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pei-ras-MO

Translations: temptation, a temptation, trial, a trial, testing, a testing, enticement, an enticement

Notes: This word refers to a test, trial, or temptation. It can denote an external trial or an internal enticement to sin. It is often used in a moral sense, referring to the allurements that lead one away from righteousness.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΔΟΚΙΜΗ, ΔΟΚΙΜΑΣΙΑ

Etymology: The word 'πειρασμός' (peirasmos) comes from the verb 'πειράζω' (peirazō), meaning 'to test, try, or tempt'. It is related to 'πεῖρα' (peira), meaning 'an experiment, trial, or attempt'.

G4151

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PNEH-oo-mah

Translations: Spirit, a Spirit, wind, breath

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

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΑΝΕΜΟΣ, ΠΝΟΗ

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

G4289

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: pro-THOO-mon

Translations: eager, willing, ready, zealous, a willing thing, a ready thing

Notes: This word describes someone or something that is eager, willing, or ready to do something. It implies a cheerful and prompt disposition towards an action or task. It can be used to describe a person's attitude or a quality of something.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΕΤΟΙΜΟΣ, ΠΡΟΘΥΜΙΑ

Etymology: The word ΠΡΟΘΥΜΟΣ (prothumos) is a compound word formed from the preposition πρό (pro), meaning 'before' or 'forward,' and θυμός (thumos), meaning 'passion,' 'spirit,' or 'mind.' Thus, it literally means 'forward-minded' or 'eager-spirited,' conveying the sense of readiness and willingness.

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.

G0772

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: as-theh-NES

Translations: weak, feeble, sick, ill, infirm, powerless, without strength, a weak person

Notes: This word describes someone or something that lacks strength, is feeble, or is in a state of illness or infirmity. It can refer to physical weakness, but also to moral or spiritual weakness, or a lack of power or influence. It is often used to describe those who are physically unwell or disabled.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine or Feminine; or Singular, Accusative, Masculine or Feminine; or Singular, Vocative, Masculine or Feminine. It can also be the root form for other inflections.

Synonyms: ΑΔΥΝΑΤΟΣ, ΑΣΘΕΝΕΙΑ

Etymology: This word is a compound of the negative prefix 'A-' (meaning 'not' or 'without') and 'ΣΘΕΝΟΣ' (STHENOS), meaning 'strength' or 'power'. Thus, it literally means 'without strength'.

G3928

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: par-EL-thin

Translations: to pass by, to pass away, to go by, to come to an end, to disappear

Notes: This word is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb παρέρχομαι. It means to pass by, to go past, or to come to an end. It can be used to describe the passage of time, the movement of people or objects past a point, or the cessation of something's existence.

Inflection: Infinitive, Aorist, Active

Synonyms: ΑΠΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΔΙΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΕΞΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word παρέρχομαι is a compound word formed from the preposition παρά (para), meaning 'beside' or 'alongside', and the verb ἔρχομαι (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go'.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: geh-nay-THEE-toh

Translations: let it be, let it come to pass, let it happen, let it become

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to become,' 'to come into being,' 'to happen,' or 'to be.' It is used here in the imperative mood, expressing a command or a wish for something to occur or come into existence. It often implies a process of change or development.

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

Synonyms: ΓΙΝΕΣΘΩ, ΕΣΤΩ, ΣΥΜΒΑΙΝΕΤΩ

Etymology: The word ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ comes from Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'to come into being' or 'to be born.' It is related to words signifying birth, origin, and becoming.

G2307

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: the-LEE-mah

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΒΟΥΛΗ, ΕΠΙΘΥΜΙΑ

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

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

G1510

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: AY-sahn

Translations: they were, they had been

Notes: ΗΣΑΝ is an inflected form of the verb 'ΕΙΜΙ' (eimi), meaning 'to be'. Specifically, it is the third person plural imperfect indicative form. It describes an ongoing or continuous state or action in the past, often translated as 'they were' or 'they used to be'. It is commonly used to describe the state or existence of multiple subjects in a past context.

Inflection: Third Person, Plural, Imperfect, Indicative

Etymology: The Koine Greek verb ΕΙΜΙ (eimi) derives from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to be' or 'to exist'. It is one of the most fundamental and frequently used verbs in the language, indicating existence, state, or identity.

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: ei-PON

Translations: having said, saying, speaking, when he said, after he said

Notes: This word is the aorist active participle of the verb 'εἴπω' (eipo), meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. It describes an action that occurred prior to or concurrently with the main verb of the sentence, indicating that the subject performed the act of speaking. It is often translated as 'having said' or 'when he said', but can also be rendered as 'saying' depending on the context.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine, Aorist Active Participle

Synonyms: ΛΕΓΩΝ, ΛΑΛΩΝ

Etymology: The verb 'εἴπω' (eipo) is a primary verb in Koine Greek, meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. It is an ancient word with roots in Proto-Indo-European, and it is one of the most common verbs used for communication in the Greek New Testament and other ancient texts.

G3062

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun, Adverb

Sounds like: LOY-pon

Translations: remaining, the rest, the remainder, other, finally, henceforth, for the rest

Notes: This word can function as an adjective meaning 'remaining' or 'other', a noun meaning 'the rest' or 'the remainder', or an adverb meaning 'finally', 'henceforth', or 'for the rest'. As an adjective, it describes what is left over. As a noun, it refers to the remaining portion or people. As an adverb, it introduces a concluding thought or indicates a future time.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΛΟΙΠΟΣ, ΚΑΤΑΛΟΙΠΟΣ

Etymology: From the verb λείπω (leípō), meaning 'to leave' or 'to remain'.

G0373

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-nah-pah-YESS-theh

Translations: rest, you all rest, be at rest, refresh yourselves, you all refresh yourselves

Notes: This word means to rest, to be at rest, or to refresh oneself. It implies a cessation from labor or trouble, leading to a state of quiet and refreshment. It is often used in the context of finding relief or peace.

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

Synonyms: ΚΟΠΙΑΩ, ΗΣΥΧΑΖΩ, ΚΑΤΑΠΑΥΩ

Etymology: From ANA (up, again) and PAYO (to cause to cease). It literally means 'to cause to cease up' or 'to cause to cease again', implying a renewed or complete cessation from activity.

G1448

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eng-GHEE-ken

Translations: has drawn near, is at hand, has come near, has approached

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to draw near,' 'to approach,' or 'to be at hand.' It is often used to indicate that an event or time is imminent or has arrived. It conveys a sense of proximity, either in space or time. For example, it can describe a person approaching a place or a significant event, like the end of an age or a specific time, being very close.

Inflection: Perfect Active Indicative, 3rd Person Singular

Synonyms: ΕΦΘΑΣΕΝ, ΠΑΡΕΣΤΗΚΕΝ

Etymology: The word ΕΓΓΙΖΩ is derived from the Greek adjective ΕΓΓΥΣ (ENGGYS), meaning 'near' or 'close.' The verb form signifies the action of becoming near or causing something to be near.

G5610

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: OH-rah

Translations: hour, an hour, time, season, moment

Notes: This word refers to a specific period of time, which can be an hour, a particular time of day, a season, or a crucial moment. It is often used to denote a fixed or appointed time, such as 'the hour has come' for an event to occur. It can also refer to a specific season of the year.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΚΑΙΡΟΣ, ΧΡΟΝΟΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'year, season'. It refers to a limited period of time, a season, or a specific hour.

G5495

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KHEI-ras

Translations: hands, a hand

Notes: This is an inflected form of the Koine Greek noun 'χείρ' (cheir), meaning 'hand'. In this form, 'ΧΙΡΑΣ' typically functions as the accusative plural, referring to multiple hands as the direct object of a verb. It can also, less commonly, be interpreted as the nominative or accusative singular form of a first declension noun, but given the root 'χείρ', the accusative plural is the most common and appropriate interpretation.

Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΕΞΙΑ, ΠΑΛΑΜΗ

Part of Speech: Participle, Verb

Sounds like: pah-rah-dee-DON

Translations: delivering, handing over, giving up, entrusting, betraying, the one delivering, the one betraying

Notes: This word is the present active participle of the verb 'ΠΑΡΑΔΙΔΩΜΙ' (paradidomi). It means 'delivering', 'handing over', 'giving up', 'entrusting', or 'betraying'. As a participle, it describes an ongoing action and can function adjectivally (describing a noun) or substantively (acting as a noun itself, often translated as 'the one who is doing X'). In the provided context, it is used substantively, referring to 'the one who is delivering' or 'the one who is betraying'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine, Present Active Participle

Synonyms: ΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΕΓΧΕΙΡΙΖΩ, ΠΡΟΔΙΔΩΜΙ

Etymology: From 'ΠΑΡΑ' (para), meaning 'beside' or 'alongside', and 'ΔΙΔΩΜΙ' (didomi), meaning 'to give'. Thus, it literally means 'to give alongside' or 'to hand over'.

G2089

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: EH-tee

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΤΙ, ΕΠΙ, ΠΡΟΣ

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

G2980

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: lah-LOON-tos

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΛΕΓΟΝΤΟΣ, ΦΩΝΟΥΝΤΟΣ

G2064

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EEL-then

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

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'he/she/it came' or 'he/she/it went'. It is the third person singular aorist indicative active form of the verb 'ἔρχομαι' (erchomai), which means 'to come' or 'to go'. It describes a completed action of movement in the past.

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

Synonyms: ΗΚΕΝ, ΕΒΗ

Etymology: The verb 'ἔρχομαι' (erchomai) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to move' or 'to go'.

G3793

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: OKH-los

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΠΛΗΘΟΣ, ΛΑΟΣ

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

G4183

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: PO-loos

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

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

Inflection: Masculine, Nominative, Singular

Synonyms: ΙΚΑΝΟΣ, ΠΛΗΘΟΣ

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

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.

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).

G2112

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: yoo-THEH-ohs

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΑΧΡΗΜΑ, ΑΥΤΙΚΑ, ΤΑΧΕΩΣ

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

G2705

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-teh-fee-LEE-sen

Translations: he kissed, she kissed, it kissed, he kissed fervently, she kissed fervently, it kissed fervently

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb 'καταφιλέω' (kataphileō), meaning 'to kiss' or 'to kiss fervently'. The prefix 'κατα-' (kata-) intensifies the action of the verb, suggesting a strong or repeated kissing, often translated as 'kissed much' or 'kissed fervently'. It describes an action completed in the past by a single subject (he, she, or it).

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

Synonyms: ΦΙΛΕΩ, ΚΥΝΕΩ

Etymology: The word 'καταφιλέω' (kataphileō) is a compound verb formed from the preposition 'κατά' (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against' and used here to intensify the action, and the verb 'φιλέω' (phileō), meaning 'to love' or 'to kiss'.

G1909

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: EF

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

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

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

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

G1911

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ep-eh-BAH-lon

Translations: they laid, they cast, they put, they threw

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition 'ΕΠΙ' (EPI, meaning 'upon' or 'on') and the verb 'ΒΑΛΛΩ' (BALLO, meaning 'to throw' or 'to cast'). In the context of the provided examples, it means 'to lay hands on' or 'to seize', indicating an action of placing something (often hands) upon someone or something, often with force or authority. It can also mean to cast or throw upon, or to impose.

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΟϹΕΛΘΟΝΤΕϹ, ΕΚΡΑΤΗϹΑΝ

G2902

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ek-RAH-tay-san

Translations: they held, they took hold of, they seized, they arrested, they prevailed, they were strong, they mastered, they overcame

Notes: This word is the third person plural, aorist active indicative form of the verb 'krateo'. It describes an action that was completed in the past by a group of people ('they'). The core meaning of 'krateo' is to be strong, to hold power, or to take hold of something. Depending on the context, it can mean to seize or arrest someone, to prevail over an opponent, to master a skill, or simply to hold onto something firmly.

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

Synonyms: ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΚΑΤΕΧΩ, ΝΙΚΑΩ

Etymology: The verb 'krateo' comes from the Greek noun 'kratos' (κράτος), meaning 'strength', 'power', or 'dominion'. It signifies the exercise or possession of power.

G0660

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-pes-PAH-seh

Translations: he drew away, he pulled away, he separated, he tore away, he removed

Notes: This word describes the action of drawing, pulling, or tearing something away from something else. It implies a forceful separation or removal. It can be used to describe physically pulling an object or person away, or metaphorically separating oneself or something from a situation or group.

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Aorist, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΑΦΑΙΡΕΩ, ΑΠΟΣΠΑΣΜΑ

Etymology: From the Greek preposition ΑΠΟ (APO), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb ΣΠΑΩ (SPAO), meaning 'to draw' or 'to pull'. Thus, it literally means 'to draw away from'.

G3960

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: pa-TA-xass

Translations: having struck, who struck, struck, smote, having smitten

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb 'πατάσσω' (patassō), meaning 'to strike' or 'to smite'. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred, often functioning like an adjective or adverb, indicating the agent of the action. It can be translated as 'having struck' or 'the one who struck', and is used to describe someone who performed the action of striking.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Masculine, Nominative, Singular

Synonyms: ΤΥΠΤΩ, ΠΛΗΓΩ

G1401

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: DOO-loh

Translations: slave, a slave, servant, a servant, bondservant, a bondservant, (of) a slave, (of) a servant, (of) a bondservant, (to) a slave, (to) a servant, (to) a bondservant

Notes: This word refers to a slave, servant, or bondservant. In ancient contexts, this could mean someone who is legally owned by another, or more broadly, someone who serves another, often in a position of humble submission or devotion. It is frequently used in a metaphorical sense to describe a person's relationship to God, indicating devoted service and obedience. The form 'ΔΟΥΛΟ' is the stem of the word and can appear in various inflected forms depending on its grammatical case, number, and gender in a sentence. For example, it could be the nominative singular masculine 'ΔΟΥΛΟΣ', the accusative singular masculine 'ΔΟΥΛΟΝ', or the genitive plural 'ΔΟΥΛΩΝ', among others.

Inflection: Stem (used for various inflections including Nominative, Accusative, Genitive, Dative, Vocative; Singular or Plural; Masculine, Feminine, or Neuter)

Synonyms: ΘΕΡΑΠΩΝ, ΥΠΗΡΕΤΗΣ, ΟΙΚΕΤΗΣ

Etymology: The etymology of ΔΟΥΛΟΣ is uncertain, but it is thought to be of pre-Greek origin. It has been suggested to derive from a root meaning 'to bind' or 'to serve'.

G2983

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: lah-BON-tes

Translations: taking, having taken, receiving, having received, seizing, having seized

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle of the verb 'λαμβάνω' (lambanō), meaning 'to take' or 'to receive'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has already occurred or is completed. It often conveys the sense of 'having taken' or 'having received' and can be used to introduce a subordinate clause, indicating the circumstances or cause of the main action. For example, 'having taken the letter, they did not hurry'.

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

Synonyms: ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΟΜΙΖΩ, ΑΙΡΕΩ

G3162

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ma-KHAIR-ay

Translations: sword, a sword, (to) a sword, (with) a sword, (by) a sword

Notes: This word refers to a sword or a dagger, a short sword, or a knife. It is a common term for a weapon used for cutting or thrusting. In the provided context, it is used to indicate the instrument by which an action is performed, such as 'I will destroy with my sword'.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΞΙΦΟΣ, ΡΟΜΦΑΙΑ

Etymology: The origin of this word is uncertain, but it is thought to be pre-Greek. It refers to a short sword or dagger.

G0622

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-po-LOO-n-tie

Translations: they will perish, they will be destroyed, they will be lost, they will be ruined

Notes: This is a verb in the future tense, middle or passive voice, third person plural. It means 'they will perish' or 'they will be destroyed/lost/ruined'. It describes an action where the subject experiences destruction or loss, either by their own doing (middle voice) or by an external force (passive voice). In the provided contexts, it consistently refers to something or someone being destroyed or perishing.

Inflection: Future, Middle or Passive, Indicative, Third Person Plural

Synonyms: ΟΛΛΥΜΙ, ΦΘΕΙΡΩ, ΚΑΤΑΛΥΩ

G1410

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: DOO-na-mahee

Translations: I am able, I can, I have power, I am strong enough

Notes: This verb means 'to be able', 'to have power', or 'to be strong enough'. It is often used to express capability or possibility, indicating that someone has the capacity or permission to do something. It can be followed by an infinitive to show what one is able to do.

Inflection: First person singular, Present, Indicative, Middle/Passive

Synonyms: ΙΣΧΥΩ, ΕΞΟΥΣΙΑΖΩ

Etymology: From δύναμις (dynamis), meaning 'power' or 'ability'. It is related to the concept of inherent strength or capacity.

G3870

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pah-rah-kah-LEH-seh

Translations: he exhorted, he encouraged, he comforted, he appealed, he implored, he summoned

Notes: This word is the third person singular, aorist active indicative form of the verb 'parakaleō'. It describes an action that was completed in the past by a single male or unspecified subject. Depending on context, it can mean to call to one's side, to exhort, to encourage, to comfort, to appeal, or to implore.

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΤΡΕΠΩ, ΠΑΡΑΜΥΘΕΟΜΑΙ, ΔΕΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word 'parakaleō' is a compound of 'para' (meaning 'beside' or 'alongside') and 'kaleō' (meaning 'to call'). Thus, its literal meaning is 'to call alongside', which gives rise to its various senses of inviting, comforting, or exhorting.

G4235

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: PRAH-oos

Translations: meek, gentle, humble, mild

Notes: This word is likely an abbreviated or truncated form of the Koine Greek adjective 'πραΰς' (praus), meaning 'meek,' 'gentle,' or 'humble.' In ancient manuscripts, words were often written without diacritics and sometimes abbreviated. It describes a disposition of quiet strength, patience, and humility, often used in a moral or spiritual sense. It implies a gentle and submissive spirit, not weakness, but power under control.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΤΑΠΕΙΝΟΣ, ΗΣΥΧΙΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'πραΰς' (praus) is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek. It describes a gentle, mild, or meek disposition.

G3962

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pah-TEER

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΓΕΝΝΗΤΩΡ, ΠΡΟΓΟΝΟΣ

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

G3936

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pah-rah-STAY-see

Translations: will present, will stand by, will provide, will show, will offer, will bring

Notes: This word is the future active indicative form of the verb 'παρίστημι' (paristēmi). It means 'to present,' 'to stand by,' 'to provide,' 'to show,' or 'to offer.' It can be used in various contexts, such as presenting someone or something, standing alongside someone, or offering something for a purpose.

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Future, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΔΕΙΞΕΙ, ΠΡΟΣΑΞΕΙ, ΔΩΣΕΙ

G4183

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: PLEH-yoh

Translations: more, greater, many, much, a lot

Notes: This word is an inflected form of the adjective 'πολύς' (polys), meaning 'much' or 'many'. 'Πλείω' specifically functions as the comparative form, meaning 'more' or 'greater'. It is used to indicate a larger quantity, degree, or number of something compared to another. It can be used adverbially to mean 'more' or 'further'.

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

Synonyms: ΠΛΕΙΟΤΕΡΟΣ, ΠΛΕΟΝ

G3003

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: leh-gah-ee-OH-nohn

Translations: of legions, of a legion

Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of 'legeon,' meaning 'legion.' It refers to a large military unit, typically Roman, but can also be used metaphorically to describe a large number or multitude of something. In a sentence, it would indicate possession or origin, such as 'the leader of legions' or 'the power of legions.'

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Feminine

Etymology: The word 'legeon' (ΛΕΓΕΩΝ) is a transliteration of the Latin word 'legio,' which refers to a unit of the Roman army. It entered Koine Greek through contact with the Roman Empire.

G3767

Part of Speech: Particle, Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: OON

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΑΡΑ, ΔΕ, ΤΟΙΓΑΡΟΥΝ

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

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

Sounds like: AI

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

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

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

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

G1125

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: GRA-feh

Translations: write!, you write

Notes: This word is the second person singular present active imperative form of the verb 'γράφω', meaning 'to write'. It is a command or instruction directed at a single person, telling them to perform the action of writing. For example, it could be used in a sentence like 'Write the letter!'

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

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΓΡΑΦΩ, ΚΑΤΑΓΡΑΦΩ, ΣΥΓΓΡΑΦΩ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *gerbh- 'to scratch, carve'. The meaning evolved from 'to scratch, engrave' to 'to write'.

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'.

G3027

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: lays-TANE

Translations: robber, bandit, brigand, revolutionary, a robber, a bandit

Notes: This word is a scribal abbreviation for ΛΗΣΤΗΝ (lēstēn), which is the accusative singular form of the noun ΛΗΣΤΗΣ (lēstēs). It refers to a robber, bandit, or brigand, often implying someone who uses violence. In some contexts, it can also refer to a revolutionary or insurgent.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΚΛΕΠΤΗΣ, ΑΡΠΑΞ

Etymology: The word ΛΗΣΤΗΣ is of uncertain origin, possibly related to ληίζομαι (lēïzomai), meaning 'to plunder' or 'to seize as booty'.

G1831

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ex-EEL-tha-teh

Translations: you went out, you came out, you went forth, you came forth

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἐκ (ek, 'out of') and the verb ἔρχομαι (erchomai, 'to come' or 'to go'). It means 'to go out,' 'to come out,' 'to go forth,' or 'to come forth.' It describes the action of moving from an inside place to an outside place, or from one state/condition to another. It can be used literally for physical movement or figuratively for emerging from a situation or origin.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΕΚΒΑΙΝΩ, ΠΡΟΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word ἐξέρχομαι (exerchomai) is a compound of the preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from,' and the verb ἔρχομαι (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go.' It is derived from Proto-Indo-European roots related to movement.

G2596

Part of Speech: Preposition, Prefix

Sounds like: kath

Translations: according to, down, against, throughout, during, by, for, with respect to, concerning

Notes: This word is an elided form of the preposition 'κατά' (kata), which means 'down' or 'according to'. It is commonly used as a prefix in compound words or as a preposition governing various cases. When used as a preposition, it can indicate movement downwards, distribution, opposition, or a standard of comparison. For example, 'καθ' ἕνα' means 'one by one', and 'καθά' means 'just as' or 'according as'. The elision (dropping of the final vowel) occurs before a word beginning with a vowel and a rough breathing mark.

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΕΠΙ, ΔΙΑ

Etymology: The word 'κατά' (kata) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'down' or 'against'. It is a common preposition in ancient Greek, indicating various relationships of position, direction, or standard.

G2413, G2411

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: ee-eh-ROH

Translations: holy, sacred, temple, a temple, sacred place, a sacred place, (to) a temple, (to) a sacred place

Notes: This word can function as an adjective meaning 'holy' or 'sacred', or as a noun meaning 'temple' or 'sacred place'. When used as a noun, it refers to a sacred building or area, often specifically the Temple in Jerusalem. As an adjective, it describes something set apart for God or dedicated to religious purposes. In the provided form, it is in the dative case, indicating 'to' or 'for' a holy thing or place.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΑΓΙΟΣ, ΝΑΟΣ

Etymology: The word ἱερός (hieros) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to sacrifice, to consecrate'. It is related to words signifying 'sacred' or 'holy' in various Indo-European languages.

G2523

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-KATH-eh-zoh-men

Translations: I was sitting, I sat down, I took my seat

Notes: This word is a scribal abbreviation for ΕΚΑΘΕΖΟΜΗΝ, which means 'I was sitting' or 'I sat down'. It describes the action of taking a seat or being seated. The overline on the final 'H' indicates that the letter 'N' has been omitted as a common scribal abbreviation. It is used to describe a past, continuous action of sitting.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΘΗΜΑΙ, ΚΑΘΕΥΔΩ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek κατά (katá, 'down') + ἵζω (hízō, 'to sit').

G2902

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ek-ra-TAY-sa-te

Translations: you held, you seized, you took hold of, you grasped, you arrested, you retained, you prevailed

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to hold, seize, grasp, or take control of something or someone. It can also mean to prevail or be strong. In the provided context, it would likely refer to the action of holding or seizing. It is the second person plural aorist active indicative form of the verb ΚΡΑΤΕΩ.

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

Synonyms: ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΚΑΤΕΧΩ, ΣΥΛΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ

Etymology: The verb ΚΡΑΤΕΩ (krateō) derives from the noun ΚΡΑΤΟΣ (kratos), meaning 'strength, power, might'. Thus, the verb literally means 'to be strong' or 'to exercise strength/power'.

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'.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: geh-GOH-nen

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΕΙΜΙ, ΥΠΑΡΧΩ

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

G4137

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: play-roh-THOH-sin

Translations: they might be filled, they might be fulfilled, they might be completed, they might be accomplished

Notes: This word is an inflected form of the verb 'pleroo', meaning 'to fill', 'to fulfill', 'to complete', or 'to accomplish'. In this form, it indicates an action that might or should happen to a group of people or things, emphasizing the completion or fulfillment of something. It is often used in contexts where prophecies are fulfilled, or where something is brought to its full measure or conclusion.

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

Synonyms: ΤΕΛΕΩ, ΑΝΑΠΛΗΡΟΩ, ΕΚΠΛΗΡΟΩ

Etymology: From PIE root *pleh₁- meaning 'to fill'. In Greek, it developed to mean 'to make full, to complete, to fulfill'.

G4396

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pro-fay-TON

Translations: of prophets

Notes: This word refers to those who speak for God or interpret His will, often foretelling future events. It is a compound word, combining 'pro' (before, forth) and 'phemi' (to speak). It is used to describe individuals who deliver divine messages or act as spokespersons for God.

Inflection: Genitive, Plural, Masculine

Synonyms: ΜΑΝΤΙΣ, ΘΕΟΛΟΓΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'ΠΡΟΦΗΤΗΣ' (prophetes) comes from the Greek prefix 'πρό' (pro), meaning 'before' or 'forth', and the verb 'φημί' (phēmi), meaning 'to speak'. Thus, it literally means 'one who speaks forth' or 'one who speaks before' (either in time or on behalf of someone).

G0863

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-FEN-tes

Translations: having sent away, having let go, having forgiven, having left, having allowed, having dismissed

Notes: This word is a masculine or neuter plural nominative or accusative aorist active participle of the verb 'aphiēmi'. It describes an action that has been completed in the past, indicating that the subjects have performed the action of sending away, letting go, forgiving, or leaving. It functions adjectivally, modifying a noun or pronoun, or adverbially, describing the circumstances of another verb.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΛΥΣΑΝΤΕΣ, ΣΥΓΧΩΡΗΣΑΝΤΕΣ

Etymology: The verb 'aphiēmi' is a compound word formed from the preposition 'apo' (ἀπό), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb 'hiēmi' (ἵημι), meaning 'to send' or 'to let go'. This etymology reflects the core meaning of sending or letting something go away.

G2902

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: krah-TAY-san-tes

Translations: having taken hold of, having seized, having grasped, having held, having overcome, having prevailed, having gained control, having mastered

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'κράτεω' (krateō), meaning 'to be strong, to rule, to hold fast, to seize'. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred, functioning like an adjective or adverb. It indicates that the subject has performed the action of taking hold, seizing, or gaining control. For example, it could be used in a sentence like 'the soldiers, having seized the city, rested'.

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

Synonyms: ΛΑΒΟΝΤΕΣ, ΚΑΤΑΣΧΟΝΤΕΣ, ΕΚΡΑΤΟΥΝ

G0520

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ap-ay-GAH-gon

Translations: they led away, they brought, they took away

Notes: This word is the aorist active indicative, third person plural form of the verb 'apagō' (ἀπάγω). It means 'to lead away,' 'to bring,' or 'to take away.' It describes the action of moving someone or something from one place to another, often implying a forceful or official removal, such as leading a prisoner away or bringing someone before an authority. It is a compound verb formed from 'apo' (away from) and 'agō' (to lead).

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

Synonyms: ΑΓΩ, ΦΕΡΩ, ΠΑΡΑΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ

G190

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ee-ko-LOO-thee

Translations: followed, was following

Notes: This word is the third person singular imperfect indicative active form of the verb 'ΑΚΟΛΟΥΘΕΩ' (AKOLOUTHEO), meaning 'to follow' or 'to accompany'. It describes an action that was ongoing or habitual in the past. For example, it would be used to say 'he/she/it was following' or 'he/she/it followed' in a continuous sense.

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

Synonyms: ΕΠΟΜΑΙ, ΔΙΩΚΩ

Etymology: The word 'ΑΚΟΛΟΥΘΕΩ' (AKOLOUTHEO) is derived from the Greek prefix 'α-' (a-), meaning 'together with' or 'like', and 'κέλευθος' (keleuthos), meaning 'a way' or 'a path'. Thus, it literally means 'to be on the same path' or 'to go along with'.

G3113

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: MA-kro-THEN

Translations: from afar, from a distance, far off

Notes: This word is an adverb indicating distance, meaning 'from afar' or 'from a distance'. It describes an action or state that originates from a distant point or occurs at a significant remove. It can be used to describe someone seeing something from far away, or an event happening at a distance.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΟΡΡΩ, ΤΗΛΕ

Etymology: Derived from the adjective ΜΑΚΡΟΣ (makros), meaning 'long' or 'far'. The suffix -θεν indicates origin or direction 'from'.

G0833

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ow-LEES

Translations: of a court, of a courtyard, of a sheepfold, of a palace, of a house

Notes: This word refers to an open space, typically a courtyard or an enclosed area. It can denote the courtyard of a house, a palace, or even a sheepfold. In a broader sense, it can refer to the entire house or dwelling, especially one with a prominent courtyard. It is used to describe a specific area, often central to a building or property.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΙΑΣ, ΟΙΚΟΥ, ΑΥΛΙΣ

Etymology: From the verb αὔω (auō), meaning 'to blow' or 'to breathe', referring to an open space exposed to the air. It originally referred to a place where one could sleep outdoors, then an enclosed space like a courtyard.

G1525

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: ice-el-THOHN

Translations: having entered, having gone in, when he had entered, when he had gone in

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'eiserchomai', meaning 'to go in' or 'to enter'. As an aorist active participle, it describes an action that occurred prior to the main verb of the sentence. It functions adverbially, indicating the circumstances or time of the main action, often translated as 'having entered' or 'when he had entered'. It implies a completed action of entering.

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

Synonyms: ΕΜΒΑΙΝΩΝ, ΕΙΣΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΕΝΟΣ

G2521

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-KAH-thay-toh

Translations: was sitting, sat, was seated

Notes: This word is an inflected form of the verb 'kathēmai', meaning 'to sit' or 'to be seated'. It describes an action of sitting that was ongoing or repeated in the past. It can refer to someone being in a seated position or taking a seat.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΘΕΖΟΜΑΙ, ΚΑΘΙΖΩ

Etymology: The word ΚΑΘΗΜΑΙ (kathēmai) comes from the preposition ΚΑΤΑ (kata), meaning 'down', and the verb ΗΜΑΙ (hēmai), meaning 'to sit'. It literally means 'to sit down'.

G5256, G5257

Part of Speech: Verb, Noun

Sounds like: hoo-pee-reh-TON

Translations: serving, ministering, attending, assisting, of servants, of ministers, of attendants

Notes: This word can function as a present active participle of the verb 'ΥΠΗΡΕΤΕΩ' (hypereteo), meaning 'to serve' or 'to minister', or as the genitive plural of the noun 'ΥΠΗΡΕΤΗΣ' (hyperetes), meaning 'a servant' or 'an attendant'. As a participle, it describes someone who is actively engaged in service or ministry. As a noun, it refers to a group of servants or ministers. The root word is a compound of 'ΥΠΟ' (hypo, 'under') and 'ΕΡΕΤΗΣ' (eretes, 'rower'), originally referring to an under-rower on a ship, hence one who serves or assists.

Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Masculine, Genitive, Plural; or Noun, Masculine, Genitive, Plural

Synonyms: ΔΙΑΚΟΝΩΝ, ΛΕΙΤΟΥΡΓΩΝ, ΔΟΥΛΩΝ

Etymology: The verb ΥΠΗΡΕΤΕΩ (hypereteo) comes from the noun ΥΠΗΡΕΤΗΣ (hyperetes), which is a compound of the preposition ΥΠΟ (hypo), meaning 'under', and ΕΡΕΤΗΣ (eretes), meaning 'rower'. It originally referred to an under-rower on a ship, someone who served by rowing, and later broadened to mean any kind of servant, assistant, or minister.

G1492

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ee-DEIN

Translations: to see, to perceive, to know, to behold, to look

Notes: This word is an aorist active infinitive form of the verb meaning 'to see' or 'to know'. It describes the action of seeing or perceiving something, often with the implication of understanding or experiencing it. It can be used in various contexts to express visual perception, mental apprehension, or even the act of experiencing an event.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΟΡΑΩ, ΒΛΕΠΩ, ΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ

Etymology: The verb ΕΙΔΩ (eido) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to see' or 'to know'. It is a very common and fundamental verb in Koine Greek, with various forms and derivatives used throughout the New Testament and other ancient texts.

G5056

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: TEH-los

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΠΕΡΑΣ, ΣΥΝΤΕΛΕΙΑ, ΤΕΛΕΥΤΗ

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

G4892

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: soon-ED-ree-on

Translations: council, a council, Sanhedrin, a Sanhedrin, assembly, an assembly

Notes: This word refers to a council or an assembly, particularly a judicial body. In the New Testament, it often refers to the Sanhedrin, the supreme Jewish court in Jerusalem. It is a compound word formed from 'σύν' (together with) and 'ἕδρα' (seat).

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΒΟΥΛΗ, ΕΚΚΛΗΣΙΑ

Etymology: The word is derived from the Greek preposition 'σύν' (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and 'ἕδρα' (hedra), meaning 'seat' or 'sitting'. Thus, it literally means 'a sitting together' or 'an assembly of those sitting together'.

G5577

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: psyoo-doh-mar-ty-REE-an

Translations: false testimony, a false testimony, false witness, a false witness

Notes: This word refers to a false statement given under oath, or a lie presented as truth in a legal or formal context. It is a compound word formed from 'ψεῦδος' (pseudos), meaning 'falsehood' or 'lie', and 'μαρτυρία' (martyria), meaning 'testimony' or 'witness'. It is typically used in the context of legal proceedings or accusations.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΨΕΥΔΟΜΑΡΤΥΣ, ΨΕΥΔΟΛΟΓΙΑ

Etymology: The word ΨΕΥΔΟΜΑΡΤΥΡΙΑ is a compound of two Greek words: ΨΕΥΔΟΣ (pseudos), meaning 'falsehood' or 'lie', and ΜΑΡΤΥΡΙΑ (martyria), meaning 'testimony' or 'witness'.

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.

G2289

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: tha-na-TOH-soh-sin

Translations: they may put to death, they may kill

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to put to death' or 'to kill'. It is used to describe the act of causing someone's death. The form 'ΘΑΝΑΤΩΣΩΣΙΝ' indicates a future action that is contingent or hypothetical, often translated with 'may' or 'might'.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΚΤΕΙΝΩ, ΑΝΑΙΡΕΩ

Etymology: The word 'ΘΑΝΑΤΟΩ' is derived from 'ΘΑΝΑΤΟΣ' (thanatos), meaning 'death'. The suffix '-όω' indicates a causative action, thus 'to cause death' or 'to put to death'.

G4334

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: pros-el-THON-ton

Translations: (of) those who came to, (of) those who approached, (of) those who drew near

Notes: This word is a genitive plural participle derived from the verb 'προσέρχομαι' (proserchomai), meaning 'to come to' or 'to approach'. It describes the action of people moving towards someone or something. In a sentence, it functions like a noun or adjective, indicating the group of individuals who performed the action of coming near, often implying a purpose for their approach.

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

Synonyms: ΕΛΘΟΝΤΩΝ, ΠΑΡΕΛΘΟΝΤΩΝ

G5576

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: psyoo-doh-mar-TOO-roh

Translations: to bear false witness, to give false testimony, to testify falsely

Notes: This verb means to bear false witness or to give false testimony. It is a compound word formed from 'ψεῦδος' (pseudos), meaning 'falsehood' or 'lie', and 'μαρτυρέω' (martyreō), meaning 'to bear witness' or 'to testify'. It describes the act of providing untrue statements or evidence, especially in a legal or formal context. It is often used in discussions of ethical conduct and truthfulness.

Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, First Person Singular

Synonyms: ΨΕΥΔΟΛΟΓΕΩ, ΨΕΥΔΩ

Etymology: This word is a compound of the Koine Greek words ΨΕΥΔΟΣ (pseudos), meaning 'falsehood' or 'lie', and ΜΑΡΤΥΡΩ (martyro), meaning 'to bear witness' or 'to testify'. It literally means 'to falsely witness'.

G5306

Part of Speech: Adverb, Adjective

Sounds like: HOO-steh-ron

Translations: later, afterward, last, finally, the latter, the end, a later time, the later

Notes: This word indicates a point in time that comes after another, or something that is last in a sequence. It can function as an adverb meaning 'later' or 'afterward', or as an adjective/noun meaning 'the last' or 'the latter part'. It is often used to refer to a subsequent event or a final outcome.

Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative (when functioning as a noun/adjective), Adverbial

Synonyms: ΟΨΕ, ΕΠΕΙΤΑ, ΤΕΛΟΣ

Etymology: From the comparative form of the adverb 'ὑπό' (hypo), meaning 'under' or 'below', indicating a position or time that is subsequent or inferior.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EYE-pahn

Translations: they said, they spoke

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

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

Synonyms: ΦΗΜΙ, ΛΑΛΕΩ, ΑΓΟΡΕΥΩ

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

G2647

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tah-LOO-seh

Translations: he will destroy, he will overthrow, he will abolish, he will lodge, he will stay, he will dissolve, he will break down, he will pull down, he will put an end to

Notes: This word describes the action of bringing something to an end, dissolving it, or causing it to cease to exist. It can also mean to lodge or stay overnight, particularly in the context of a journey. The meaning depends heavily on the context, ranging from physical destruction (like pulling down a building) to abolishing a law or custom, or simply finding lodging.

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Future Indicative, Active Voice

Synonyms: ΑΦΑΝΙΖΩ, ΚΑΘΑΙΡΕΩ, ΛΥΩ

Etymology: The word καταλύω (katalyō) is a compound word formed from the preposition κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and the verb λύω (lyō), meaning 'to loose', 'to untie', or 'to dissolve'. Thus, it literally means 'to loose down' or 'to break down'.

G3485

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: NAH-oh

Translations: temple, a temple, sanctuary, a sanctuary

Notes: This word refers to a temple or sanctuary, specifically the inner sanctuary of a temple where the deity was believed to dwell, as opposed to the broader temple complex. It is often used to describe the Holy of Holies in the Jewish Temple or a pagan shrine. It can also metaphorically refer to the body as a temple.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΙΕΡΟΝ, ΝΑΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'ΝΑΟΣ' (naos) is of uncertain origin, possibly from a root meaning 'to dwell' or 'to inhabit'. It refers to the dwelling place of a god.

G2316

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: theh-OO

Translations: of God, of a God

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

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΚΥΡΙΟΥ, ΔΕΣΠΟΤΟΥ

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

G1223

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: dee-AH

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΚ, ΕΝΕΚΑ

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

G3618

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: oy-ko-do-ME-say

Translations: to build, to construct, to erect, to edify, to restore, to rebuild

Notes: This word is a compound verb derived from 'οἶκος' (house) and 'δέμω' (to build). It literally means 'to build a house' or 'to construct a building'. In a broader sense, it can refer to the act of building or constructing anything. Metaphorically, it is often used to mean 'to edify' or 'to build up' someone spiritually or morally, contributing to their growth and improvement. It can also mean to restore or rebuild something that has been damaged or destroyed.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΚΤΙΖΩ, ΑΝΟΙΚΟΔΟΜΕΩ, ΕΓΕΙΡΩ

Etymology: The word ΟΙΚΟΔΟΜΕΩ is a compound of ΟΙΚΟΣ (oikos), meaning 'house' or 'dwelling', and ΔΕΜΩ (demō), meaning 'to build'. It thus literally means 'to build a house'.

G0450

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: ah-nah-STAS

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΕΓΕΙΡΩ, ΑΝΙΣΤΑΜΑΙ

Part of Speech: Noun

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

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΡΧΩΝ, ΠΡΩΤΟΣ

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

G3762

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: oo-DEN

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΜΗΔΕΝ, ΟΥΔΕΙΣ

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

G0611

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-po-KREE-nee

Translations: you answer, you reply, you respond

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to answer' or 'to reply'. It is commonly used in contexts where someone is being questioned and is expected to give a response. It can also imply a decision or judgment in response to a situation.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΛΟΓΕΟΜΑΙ, ΑΝΤΙΛΕΓΩ

Etymology: From APO (from, away from) and KRINO (to judge, to separate). The original sense is to 'separate off' or 'distinguish', which evolved into 'to decide' and then 'to answer' by distinguishing oneself or one's thoughts.

G1844

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ex-OR-kid-zoh

Translations: I adjure, I put under oath, I solemnly implore, I exorcise

Notes: This verb means to put someone under oath, to solemnly implore them, or to charge them by an oath. It can also refer to the act of exorcising, compelling evil spirits to depart by an oath or command. It is a compound word formed from the preposition 'ΕΞ' (out of, from) and the verb 'ΟΡΚΙΖΩ' (to put under oath).

Inflection: First Person Singular, Present Indicative, Active Voice

Synonyms: ΟΡΚΙΖΩ, ΕΠΙΤΑΣΣΩ, ΔΙΑΜΑΡΤΥΡΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word ΕΞΟΡΚΙΖΩ is derived from the Greek preposition ΕΞ (ex), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the verb ΟΡΚΙΖΩ (horkizo), meaning 'to put under oath' or 'to bind by an oath'. The root ΟΡΚΙΖΩ comes from ΟΡΚΟΣ (horkos), meaning 'oath'.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EYE-pays

Translations: you may say, you might say, you may speak, you might speak, you say, you speak

Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'to say' or 'to speak'. It is used to express a potential or hypothetical action of speaking or saying something, often in a context of possibility, desire, or command. It can be translated as 'you may say' or 'you might say', indicating a subjunctive mood.

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

Synonyms: ΛΕΓΗΣ, ΛΑΛΗΣ

Etymology: The verb ΕΙΠΩ (eipo) is an aorist stem that serves as the aorist for the verb ΛΕΓΩ (lego), meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. Its origin is ancient, tracing back to Proto-Indo-European roots related to speaking or declaring.

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.

G2521

Part of Speech: Participle, Adjective

Sounds like: kah-THEE-meh-non

Translations: sitting, seated, one sitting, a sitting one, that which is sitting

Notes: This word is a present middle/passive participle, meaning 'sitting' or 'seated'. It describes someone or something that is in the act of sitting or has taken a seated position. It can function as an adjective modifying a noun, or as a substantive (acting as a noun) meaning 'the one sitting' or 'that which is sitting'.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΘΕΖΟΜΕΝΟΝ, ΗΜΕΝΟΝ

G3772

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: oo-ra-NOO

Translations: of heaven, of the heavens, of sky, of the sky

Notes: This word is a scribal abbreviation for ΟΥΡΑΝΟΥ (ouranou), meaning 'of heaven' or 'of the heavens'. It refers to the celestial dwelling place of God, or simply the sky above the earth. It is commonly used in phrases like 'the kingdom of heaven' or 'birds of the air/sky'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΙΘΗΡ, ΚΟΣΜΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΟΥΡΑΝΟΣ (ouranos) is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek. It refers to the vault of the sky, the heavens, or the dwelling place of God.

G1284

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-er-RAYK-sen

Translations: tore, ripped, burst, broke open, rent

Notes: This word is a compound verb, formed from διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'apart', and ῥήγνυμι (rhēgnymi), meaning 'to break' or 'to tear'. It means to tear completely, to rip apart, or to burst open. It is often used in the context of tearing clothes as a sign of grief or distress, or of something breaking open violently.

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

Synonyms: ΡΗΓΝΥΜΙ, ΣΧΙΖΩ

Etymology: The word διαρρήγνυμι is formed from the preposition διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'apart', and the verb ῥήγνυμι (rhēgnymi), meaning 'to break' or 'to tear'.

G2440

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ee-MA-tee-ah

Translations: garments, clothes, raiment

Notes: This word refers to clothing in general, specifically outer garments or cloaks. It is commonly used to denote the attire worn by people. In ancient contexts, it could refer to a single piece of clothing that served as both a cloak and a blanket.

Inflection: Plural, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΕΝΔΥΜΑΤΑ, ΕΣΘΗΣ

Etymology: The word ἱμάτιον (himátion) is a diminutive of ἱμάς (himás), meaning 'leather strap' or 'thong', which later came to refer to a garment. It is related to the verb ἵημι (híēmi), 'to send, throw', possibly referring to something thrown over the body.

G2396

Part of Speech: Verb, Interjection

Sounds like: EE-deh

Translations: Behold, look, see, lo

Notes: This word is an imperative verb, meaning 'behold!' or 'look!'. It is used to draw attention to something or someone, often at the beginning of a sentence or clause. It functions similarly to the English 'Lo!' or 'See here!'. It can be used to introduce a new topic, emphasize a point, or express surprise.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Imperative, Second Person Singular

Synonyms: ΙΔΟΥ, ΟΡΑ

Etymology: From the aorist stem of the verb 'ὁράω' (horao), meaning 'to see'. It is an ancient Greek word with a long history of usage.

G5532

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KHREE-an

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

Notes: This word is a noun meaning 'need,' 'necessity,' 'use,' or 'service.' It often appears in phrases like 'to have need of' something, indicating a requirement or a lack that needs to be filled. It can refer to a personal need, a practical use, or a necessary service.

Inflection: Accusative, Singular, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΝΑΓΚΗ, ΧΡΗΣΙΣ

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

G2192

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EKH-oh-men

Translations: we have, we hold, we possess

Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'ἔχω' (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. In this specific form, it indicates that 'we' are the ones who have or hold something. It can be used in various contexts to express possession, capability, or a state of being.

Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, 1st Person Plural

Synonyms: ΚΤΩΜΑΙ, ΚΑΤΕΧΩ, ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ

Etymology: The Greek verb ἔχω (echō) comes from Proto-Indo-European *seǵʰ-, meaning 'to hold, to have, to overcome'. It is a fundamental verb in Greek, with a wide range of meanings and uses.

G3568, G3571

Part of Speech: Adverb, Noun

Sounds like: NOO

Translations: now, then, therefore, indeed, night, a night

Notes: This word, without diacritics, can represent two distinct Koine Greek words. It can be the adverb 'νῦν' (nyn), meaning 'now,' 'then,' 'therefore,' or 'indeed,' often used to emphasize a point or indicate a present or immediate state. It can also be the noun 'νύξ' (nyx), meaning 'night,' referring to the period of darkness between sunset and sunrise. The specific meaning depends on the context in which it is used.

Inflection: Adverb (does not inflect); Noun (Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Feminine)

Synonyms: ΑΡΤΙ, ΗΔΗ, ΕΣΠΕΡΑ

Etymology: ΝΥΝ (nyn) comes from Proto-Indo-European. ΝΥΞ (nyx) comes from Proto-Indo-European.

G0611

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-poh-kree-THEN-tes

Translations: having answered, answering, they answered, when they answered

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 the circumstances or manner of another action. It is frequently used to introduce a direct or indirect speech.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΛΟΓΕΟΜΑΙ, ΥΠΟΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ

Etymology: The word 'apokrinomai' is a compound verb formed from the preposition 'apo' (meaning 'from' or 'away from') and the verb 'krinomai' (the middle/passive voice of 'krino', meaning 'to judge' or 'to separate'). Thus, it originally conveyed the idea of 'separating oneself from' or 'distinguishing oneself by a reply', evolving to mean 'to answer'.

G1777

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: EN-okh-os

Translations: guilty, liable, subject to, worthy of, deserving of

Notes: This adjective describes someone who is guilty of a crime or offense, or who is liable to a penalty or judgment. It indicates a state of being subject to something, often a negative consequence or a legal obligation.

Inflection: Masculine, Nominative, Singular

Synonyms: ΥΠΕΥΘΥΝΟΣ, ΑΙΤΙΟΣ

Etymology: From the Greek preposition 'en' (in) and the verb 'echo' (to have, to hold), meaning literally 'held in' or 'bound by'. It refers to being held accountable or bound by guilt.

G2852

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-ko-LA-phi-san

Translations: they struck with the fist, they beat, they buffeted, they slapped

Notes: This word describes the action of striking someone with the fist, or more generally, to beat or buffet them. It implies a forceful physical assault, often to inflict pain or humiliation. It is used in contexts where someone is physically abused or mistreated.

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

Synonyms: ΤΥΠΤΩ, ΡΑΠΙΖΩ

Etymology: The word κολαφίζω (kolaphizō) is derived from κόλαφος (kolaphos), meaning 'a blow, a cuff, a box on the ear'.

G2323

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-RAH-pee-sah

Translations: I healed, I served, I worshipped, I cured

Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'therapeuō', meaning 'to heal', 'to serve', or 'to worship'. It describes an action completed in the past, often referring to the act of providing care, curing an illness, or rendering service or homage to someone. It can be used in contexts of physical healing or spiritual devotion.

Inflection: First Person Singular, Aorist Indicative Active

Synonyms: ΙΑΟΜΑΙ, ΣΩΖΩ

Etymology: The word 'therapeuō' comes from 'therapon', meaning 'attendant' or 'servant'. It originally referred to the act of serving or attending to someone, which then extended to caring for the sick or worshipping a deity.

G5463

Part of Speech: Interjection, Verb

Sounds like: KHAH-ee-reh

Translations: Rejoice!, Greetings!, Hail!

Notes: This word is a scribal abbreviation for ΧΑΙΡΕ (chaire), which is the second person singular present active imperative form of the verb ΧΑΙΡΩ (chairō), meaning 'to rejoice' or 'to be glad'. It is commonly used as a greeting, similar to 'Hail!' or 'Greetings!' in English, or as an exhortation to rejoice. It can be used to address a single person.

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

Synonyms: ΧΑΙΡΕΤΕ, ΑΣΠΑΖΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The verb ΧΑΙΡΩ (chairō) is of uncertain origin, possibly related to Proto-Indo-European *ǵʰeh₂i- (to rejoice, be glad).

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.

G3817

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: pai-SAS

Translations: having struck, striking, beating, hitting, having beaten, having hit

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb 'παίω' (paiō), meaning 'to strike,' 'to beat,' or 'to hit.' As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has been completed or occurred prior to the main verb. It can be translated as 'having struck' or 'striking' depending on the context, often indicating the agent of the action.

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

Synonyms: ΤΥΠΤΩ, ΠΛΗΓΩ

Etymology: The verb 'παίω' (paiō) is of uncertain origin, possibly onomatopoeic, mimicking the sound of a blow. It is found in ancient Greek literature from Homer onwards.

G0833

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: OW-lay

Translations: courtyard, court, palace, sheepfold, fold, house

Notes: This word refers to an open space, typically a courtyard or an enclosed area. It can denote the courtyard of a house or palace, a sheepfold where sheep are kept, or even metaphorically, a house or dwelling. Its meaning is determined by the context in which it is used.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΙΑ, ΟΙΚΟΣ, ΜΑΝΔΡΑ

Etymology: The word 'ΑΥΛΗ' comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *h₂ew- meaning 'to dwell, to live'. It originally referred to a dwelling or a place of shelter, evolving to mean an enclosed space like a courtyard or a sheepfold.

G3814

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: py-DEES-kay

Translations: maid, a maid, servant girl, a servant girl, young woman, a young woman, slave girl, a slave girl

Notes: This word refers to a young female servant or slave, often a domestic worker. It can also simply mean a young woman or girl, especially one who is unmarried. It is used to describe a female attendant or a bondservant.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΟΥΛΗ, ΘΕΡΑΠΑΙΝΑ

Etymology: From PAIS (child, servant) and the diminutive suffix -ISKE. It originally referred to a young girl or child, and later came to mean a young female servant or slave.

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: leh-GOO-sah

Translations: saying, speaking, telling, a woman saying

Notes: This word is a present active participle, indicating an ongoing action. It is in the feminine, singular, and nominative case, meaning it describes a female subject who is in the act of saying, speaking, or telling something. It functions like an adjective, modifying a noun or pronoun, or can be used substantively (as a noun) to refer to 'the one who is saying'.

Inflection: Present Active Participle, Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΛΑΛΟΥΣΑ, ΦΩΝΟΥΣΑ

G1056

Part of Speech: Adjective, Proper Noun

Sounds like: gah-lee-LEH-oo

Translations: of Galilee, Galilean, of the Galilean

Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of 'ΓΑΛΙΛΑΙΟΣ' (Galilean) or 'ΓΑΛΙΛΑΙΑ' (Galilee). It refers to something or someone belonging to or originating from Galilee, a region in northern ancient Israel. It is often used to describe Jesus as 'Jesus of Galilee' or 'Jesus the Galilean'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Etymology: Derived from 'ΓΑΛΙΛΑΙΑ' (Galilee), the name of a region in northern Israel. The name 'Galilee' itself comes from the Hebrew word 'גָּלִיל' (galil), meaning 'circle' or 'district'.

G1726

Part of Speech: Adverb, Preposition

Sounds like: em-PROS-then

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΕΝΑΝΤΙΟΝ, ΚΑΤΕΝΑΝΤΙ

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

G3956

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: pan-TOH

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΛΩΣ, ΠΑΝΤΕΛΩΣ

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

G1492

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: OY-dah

Translations: to know, to understand, to perceive, to be aware of

Notes: This verb means 'to know' or 'to understand'. It is a perfect tense form that is used with a present meaning, indicating a state of knowing or having come to know. It can refer to knowing facts, understanding concepts, or being acquainted with people or things. It often implies a deep, experiential knowledge rather than mere intellectual acquaintance.

Inflection: Perfect Active Indicative, 1st Person Singular

Synonyms: ΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΕΠΙΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, related to the English word 'wit'. It originally meant 'to have seen' (perfect tense of 'to see'), and thus 'to know' (from having seen).

G1831

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ex-EL-thon-tah

Translations: having gone out, having come out, going out, coming out

Notes: This word is the aorist active participle of the verb 'exerchomai', meaning 'to go out' or 'to come out'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has already occurred relative to the main verb. It indicates that the subject has completed the action of going or coming out. It is often used to describe people or spirits departing from a place or person.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΕΚΒΑΙΝΩ, ΑΝΑΧΩΡΕΩ

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

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: AN-thro-pon

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

Notes: This word is a scribal abbreviation for the Koine Greek word ΑΝΘΡΩΠΟΝ (anthrōpon), which means 'man', 'human', or 'person'. It is used to refer to a male human being, or more broadly, to humanity in general. In the accusative case, it functions as the direct object of a verb or the object of certain prepositions.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΒΡΟΤΟΣ, ΑΝΗΡ

Etymology: The word ΑΝΘΡΩΠΟΣ is of uncertain origin, but it is an ancient Greek term for 'human being' or 'man'.

G2476

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ess-TOH-tess

Translations: standing, having stood, those standing, they who stood

Notes: This word is the perfect active participle of the verb ἵστημι (histēmi), meaning 'to stand' or 'to cause to stand'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing someone or something that is in a state of having stood or having taken a stand. It can refer to individuals or groups who are currently standing, or who have previously taken a position and remain in that state.

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

Synonyms: ΕΝΕΣΤΩΤΕΣ, ΠΑΡΕΣΤΩΤΕΣ

G2981

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: lah-LEE-ah

Translations: speech, a speech, talk, a talk, saying, a saying, discourse, a discourse

Notes: This word refers to speech or talk, the act of speaking, or what is spoken. It can denote a specific utterance, a conversation, or the general faculty of speech. It is used to describe human communication.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΛΟΓΟΣ, ΡΗΜΑ, ΦΩΝΗ

Etymology: From the verb λαλέω (laleō), meaning 'to talk, chatter, babble'. It originally referred to informal or childish talk, but in Koine Greek, it broadened to mean speaking in general.

G3660

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: OM-nyoo-ayn

Translations: to swear, to take an oath, to make an oath

Notes: This word means 'to swear' or 'to take an oath'. It is used to describe the act of making a solemn promise or affirmation, often by invoking a divine being or something sacred as a witness. It can be used in various contexts, such as swearing an oath of allegiance, swearing to tell the truth, or swearing by someone's name.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΟΡΚΙΖΩ, ΕΠΙΟΡΚΕΩ

Etymology: The word ὄμνυμι (omnymi) is derived from an older form ὀμόω (omoo), which is of uncertain origin, possibly related to a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to bind' or 'to swear'.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: AN-thro-pon

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

Notes: This word is a scribal abbreviation for ἌΝΘΡΩΠΟΝ (anthrōpon), which is the accusative singular form of ἄνθρωπος (anthrōpos). It refers to a human being, a man, or a person in general. It is used to denote mankind collectively or an individual human. In the accusative case, it typically functions as the direct object of a verb or the object of certain prepositions.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΒΡΟΤΟΣ, ΑΝΗΡ

G0219

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-LEK-tor

Translations: rooster, a rooster, cock, a cock

Notes: This word refers to a rooster or a cock, the male chicken. It is commonly used in ancient Greek texts to denote this specific bird, often in contexts related to timekeeping (as roosters crow at dawn) or as a symbol in various narratives.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Etymology: From the verb ΑΛΕΚΤΡΥΩΝ (ALEKTRUON), meaning 'to crow'. It is related to the idea of warding off or driving away, perhaps referring to the rooster's crow driving away evil spirits or darkness.

G5455

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-PHO-nee-sen

Translations: he called, he cried out, he spoke, he uttered

Notes: This word describes the action of making a sound with the voice, such as calling out, crying, or speaking. It is often used to indicate a distinct or emphatic vocalization, like someone calling a name or proclaiming a message. It can also refer to the sound made by animals, like a rooster crowing.

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Aorist, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΚΡΑΖΩ, ΛΕΓΩ, ΛΑΛΕΩ

Etymology: From PHONOS (G5456), meaning 'a sound, a voice'.

G3403

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: em-NEES-thay

Translations: he remembered, she remembered, it remembered, was remembered, was mindful

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to remember' or 'to be mindful of'. It is often used to describe an action of recalling something to mind, or of being reminded of something. It can also imply a state of being mindful or thoughtful about a person or event. In this form, it indicates an action that happened in the past, specifically a singular subject (he, she, or it) remembering or being remembered.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Passive, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΜΝΗΜΟΝΕΥΩ, ΕΝΘΥΜΕΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The root verb μιμνήσκω (mimnesko) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *men- (to think, remember).