2001 Translation

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ang-GEL-loh

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΑΝΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ, ΑΠΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ, ΚΑΤΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ

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

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.

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'.

G1577

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ek-klee-SEE-as

Translations: of the church, of an assembly, of the congregation, churches, assemblies, congregations

Notes: This word refers to a gathering of people, an assembly, or a congregation. In the New Testament, it often refers to the Christian church, either a local gathering of believers or the universal body of believers. It can also refer to a secular assembly or a mob. The form 'ΕΚΚΛΗΣΙΑΣ' can be either the genitive singular (indicating possession or origin, 'of the church') or the accusative plural (indicating the direct object, 'churches').

Inflection: Singular, Genitive or Plural, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΑΓΩΓΗ, ΟΜΙΛΙΑ, ΣΥΝΟΔΟΣ

G3778

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun

Sounds like: TA-deh

Translations: these things, thus, as follows

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

Inflection: Neuter, Plural, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΟΥΤΟΣ, ΤΟΙΟΥΤΟΣ

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

Part of Speech: Definite Article, Relative Pronoun, Letter

Sounds like: OH

Translations: the, who, which, O

Notes: Ο is primarily the masculine singular nominative form of the definite article 'the'. It is used to specify a noun, similar to 'the' in English. It can also function as a relative pronoun, meaning 'who' or 'which', introducing a relative clause. Additionally, 'Ο' is the fifteenth letter of the Greek alphabet, Omicron, which corresponds to the short 'o' sound.

Inflection: Masculine, Singular, Nominative (for the article/relative pronoun); Does not inflect (for the letter)

Etymology: The definite article 'Ο' derives from Proto-Indo-European. The letter 'Ο' (Omicron) is derived from the Phoenician letter 'ayin'.

G2902

Part of Speech: Verb, Adjective

Sounds like: kra-TON

Translations: holding, ruling, prevailing, being strong, having power, a holder, a ruler, a prevailing one, a strong one, a powerful one

Notes: This word is a present active participle, meaning 'holding,' 'ruling,' or 'prevailing.' It describes someone who is currently exercising power, strength, or control over something or someone. It can function adjectivally to describe a person or thing that holds power, or verbally to describe the action of holding or ruling. It is derived from the root word for 'strength' or 'power.'

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΔΥΝΑΜΕΝΟΣ, ΙΣΧΥΩΝ, ΕΞΟΥΣΙΑΖΩΝ

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).

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.

G1188

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: dex-ee-AH

Translations: right, right hand, a right hand, (of) the right hand, (to) the right hand

Notes: This word refers to the right side or the right hand. As an adjective, it describes something as being on the right. As a noun, it refers to the right hand or the right side itself. It is often used metaphorically to denote a place of honor, power, or authority, as in 'sitting at the right hand of God'.

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

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *deḱs- (right). It is related to Latin dexter and English 'dexterous'.

G4043

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: peh-ree-pa-TON

Translations: walking, going about, living, conducting oneself, one who walks, while walking

Notes: This word is the present active participle of the verb 'ΠΕΡΙΠΑΤΕΩ' (peripateō), meaning 'to walk around' or 'to go about'. It describes an action that is ongoing. In a broader sense, it can refer to one's manner of life or conduct, indicating how someone lives or behaves. It is often used to describe someone who is literally walking, but can also be used metaphorically for one's spiritual or moral journey.

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

Synonyms: ΒΑΔΙΖΩ, ΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ

G5553

Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective

Sounds like: khry-SOHN

Translations: of gold, of golden things, golden things, golden objects

Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the noun or adjective 'ΧΡΥΣΟΣ', meaning 'gold' or 'golden'. As a noun, it refers to things made of gold or golden objects. As an adjective, it describes something as being golden. In this genitive plural form, it typically indicates possession or material, meaning 'of gold' or 'belonging to golden things'. It can also function as a substantive, referring to 'golden things' or 'golden objects' themselves.

Inflection: Genitive, Plural, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΧΡΥΣΙΟΝ, ΧΡΥΣΕΟΣ

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).

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.

G2532

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: kahee

Translations: and, also, even, but, then

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

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

G2873

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KO-pon

Translations: toil, labor, trouble, effort, weariness, a toil, a labor, a trouble, an effort, a weariness

Notes: This word refers to strenuous effort, hard work, or the resulting weariness and exhaustion. It can also denote trouble, distress, or affliction. It is often used to describe the physical or mental exertion involved in a task.

Inflection: Accusative, Singular, Masculine

Synonyms: ΜΟΧΘΟΣ, ΠΟΝΟΣ

Etymology: From the verb κόπτω (koptō), meaning 'to strike, cut, or beat', implying the effort involved in such actions.

Part of Speech: Article

Sounds like: TAYN

Translations: the

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

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

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

G5281

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: hoo-po-mo-NAYNE

Translations: endurance, steadfastness, perseverance, patience, a patience, an endurance

Notes: This word refers to the capacity to endure or bear up under difficult circumstances, often with a sense of steadfastness and patient persistence. It implies remaining firm and constant in the face of trials, afflictions, or opposition, rather than giving up or succumbing to despair. It can be used to describe the quality of a person who patiently waits for something or who bravely withstands hardship.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΚΑΡΤΕΡΙΑ, ΑΝΔΡΙΑ, ΑΝΔΡΕΙΑ

G3754

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Relative Pronoun

Sounds like: OH-tee

Translations: that, because, for, since, how, what, which

Notes: ΟΤΙ is a versatile word in Koine Greek, primarily functioning as a conjunction meaning 'that', 'because', 'for', or 'since'. It can introduce a clause explaining a reason or consequence, or it can introduce direct speech, similar to how quotation marks function in English. It can also act as a relative pronoun meaning 'what' or 'which'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΟΤΙ, ΕΠΕΙ, ΓΑΡ

Etymology: The word ΟΤΙ is derived from the neuter accusative singular of the relative pronoun ὅστις (hostis), meaning 'whoever, whatever'. Over time, it evolved to function primarily as a conjunction.

G3756, 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.

G2556

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ka-KOOS

Translations: bad, evil, wicked

Notes: This word describes something as bad, evil, or wicked. It can refer to moral depravity, harmfulness, or general poor quality. As an adjective, it modifies nouns, indicating that the noun possesses these negative qualities. ΚΑΚΟΥΣ is the masculine accusative plural form, meaning it describes multiple male or masculine-gendered things that are the direct object of a verb or preposition.

Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΠΟΝΗΡΟΣ, ΦΑΥΛΟΣ, ΑΣΕΒΗΣ

Etymology: The word ΚΑΚΟΣ is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek. It has been used since ancient times to denote something bad, evil, or ugly.

G3985

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-pee-RAH-sas

Translations: having tested, having tried, having tempted, having put to the proof

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle, indicating an action completed prior to the main verb of the sentence. It describes someone who has performed the action of testing, trying, or tempting. It can be used to describe a person who has put someone or something to the proof, often with the implication of a challenge or an attempt to discover character or capability.

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

Synonyms: ΔΟΚΙΜΑΖΩ, ΠΕΙΡΑΩ

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: leh-GON-tas

Translations: saying, speaking, telling, relating

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'λέγω' (legō), meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. As a participle, it describes an action that is happening concurrently with the main verb of the sentence. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun, or adverbially, describing how or when an action occurs. For example, it could be used in phrases like 'the one saying' or 'while saying'.

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

Synonyms: ΛΑΛΟΥΝΤΑΣ, ΦΘΕΓΓΟΜΕΝΟΥΣ

G1510

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EE-nah-ee

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

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

Inflection: Infinitive

Synonyms: ΥΠΑΡΧΕΙΝ, ΓΙΝΕΣΘΑΙ

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

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.

G2147

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EU-res

Translations: you found, find, you did find

Notes: This is a verb form derived from the root 'εὑρίσκω' (heuriskō), meaning 'to find' or 'to discover'. It is used to indicate an action of finding that occurred in the past (aorist tense). It can function as a statement of fact, meaning 'you found', or as a command, meaning 'find!'

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

Synonyms: ΕΞΕΥΡΙΣΚΩ, ΚΑΤΑΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ

Etymology: The word 'εὑρίσκω' (heuriskō) comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is related to the concept of 'finding' or 'discovering'.

G0846

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: ow-TOOS

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

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

Inflection: Accusative, Masculine, Plural

Synonyms: ΕΚΕΙΝΟΥΣ, ΣΦΑΣ

G2347

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: THLIP-sis

Translations: tribulation, affliction, distress, trouble, anguish, a tribulation, an affliction

Notes: This word refers to a state of pressure, oppression, or distress. It can describe physical suffering, emotional anguish, or difficult circumstances that cause trouble and hardship. It is often used in the context of persecution or severe trials.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΤΕΝΟΧΩΡΙΑ, ΠΙΕΣΙΣ, ΔΟΚΙΜΗ

Etymology: From the verb θλίβω (thlibō), meaning 'to press, to squeeze, to oppress'. It describes the act or state of being pressed or afflicted.

G1223

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: dee-AH

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΚ, ΕΝΕΚΑ

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

Part of Speech: 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.

G3686

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: O-no-MA

Translations: name, a name, reputation, character, authority, title

Notes: This word refers to a name, whether of a person, place, or thing. It can also signify one's reputation, character, or authority, as a name often represents the essence of a person or entity. It is commonly used in phrases like 'in the name of' to denote authority or representation.

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

Synonyms: ΚΛΕΟΣ, ΦΗΜΗ, ΔΟΞΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'name'. It is cognate with Latin 'nomen' and English 'name'.

G0235

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: AL-lah

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

Notes: This word is primarily a conjunction used to introduce a contrast or opposition to what has just been stated. It can often be translated as 'but' or 'yet'. It can also function as an adverb, meaning 'on the contrary' or 'indeed', emphasizing a preceding statement or introducing a strong affirmation.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΕ, ΟΜΩΣ, ΠΛΗΝ

Etymology: From the neuter plural of the adjective ἄλλος (allos), meaning 'other'. It developed into a conjunction indicating distinction or opposition.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EH-khoh

Translations: have, hold, possess, keep, be able, be in a certain condition

Notes: This is a very common verb meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. It can also mean 'to possess', 'to keep', or 'to be in a certain state or condition'. It is used in a wide variety of contexts to indicate possession, capability, or a state of being.

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

Synonyms: ΚΡΑΤΕΩ, ΚΕΚΤΗΜΑΙ, ΕΧΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is related to Latin 'habeo' (to have) and English 'have'.

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.

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.

G0863

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-FEE-kes

Translations: you have left, you have sent away, you have forgiven, you have permitted

Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'aphiēmi', which means to send away, dismiss, release, permit, or forgive. In this specific form, it indicates an action completed in the past by a single person, often with lasting results. It can be used in contexts of leaving a place, divorcing a spouse, forgiving sins, or allowing something to happen.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΛΥΩ, ΧΑΡΙΖΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The verb 'aphiēmi' is a compound word formed from the preposition 'apo' (meaning 'from' or 'away from') and the verb 'hiēmi' (meaning 'to send' or 'to let go').

G0863

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-FEE-kas

Translations: you have sent away, you have let go, you have forgiven, you have left, you have permitted

Notes: This word is an inflected form of the verb 'aphiēmi', meaning to send away, let go, forgive, leave, or permit. It describes an action completed in the past by the person being addressed (you). Its meaning can vary depending on the context, often implying release from a state or obligation, such as forgiving sins or leaving a place.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΛΥΩ, ΑΦΙΣΤΗΜΙ, ΣΥΓΧΩΡΕΩ

G3421

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: mnee-mo-NEH-veh

Translations: remember, call to mind, be mindful of, make mention of

Notes: This word means to remember, to call to mind, or to be mindful of something or someone. It is often used in the imperative to command someone to remember, as in 'Remember the Lord' or 'Be mindful of His commands.' It can also mean to make mention of something, bringing it up in conversation or prayer.

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

Synonyms: ΜΙΜΝΗΣΚΩ, ΕΝΘΥΜΕΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word μνημονεύω (mnēmoneuō) is derived from μνήμων (mnēmōn), meaning 'mindful' or 'remembering', which itself comes from μνάομαι (mnaomai), meaning 'to remember'.

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.

G3340

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: meh-tah-no-EH-son

Translations: repent, change your mind, turn around

Notes: This word is an imperative verb, meaning 'repent' or 'change your mind'. It is a command to alter one's way of thinking, feeling, or acting, often with a connotation of turning away from sin or a previous course of action. It is a compound word formed from 'μετά' (meta), meaning 'with, after, or change', and 'νοέω' (noeō), meaning 'to perceive, to think, to understand'.

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

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΣΤΡΕΦΩ, ΜΕΤΑΜΕΛΟΜΑΙ

G4413

Part of Speech: Adjective, Adverb

Sounds like: PRO-tah

Translations: first, foremost, chief, principal, first things, firstly, at first, before

Notes: This word can function as an adjective or an adverb. As an adjective, it means 'first,' 'foremost,' 'chief,' or 'principal,' referring to something that is initial in time, order, or importance. In its neuter plural form, it can refer to 'the first things.' As an adverb, it means 'firstly,' 'at first,' or 'before,' indicating the initial action or position in a sequence.

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΩΤΟΣ, ΠΡΩΤΟΝ, ΠΡΩΤΩΣ

G4160

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: poy-EE-soh

Translations: I will do, I will make, I will perform, I will produce, I will cause, I will bring about

Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'poieo', meaning 'to do' or 'to make'. It is a very common verb in Koine Greek, used in a wide range of contexts to express actions, creation, performance, or causing something to happen. It can refer to physical actions, the creation of objects, the performance of duties, or the bringing about of events. The specific form 'ΠΟΙΗΣΟ' indicates a future action, meaning 'I will do' or 'I will make'.

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΑΤΤΩ, ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word 'poieo' comes from an ancient Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to make' or 'to do'. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages that convey similar concepts of action and creation.

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'.

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.

G2064

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ER-kho-mai

Translations: come, go, arrive, proceed, appear

Notes: This is a very common verb in Koine Greek, meaning 'to come' or 'to go'. It describes movement from one place to another, often implying arrival at a destination. It can be used in various contexts, such as a person coming to a place, an event coming to pass, or a time arriving. It is often used in the middle voice, but with an active meaning.

Inflection: Present, Indicative, Middle/Passive Voice, First Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΒΑΙΝΩ, ΥΠΑΓΩ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is a deponent verb, meaning it has middle or passive forms but an active meaning. It is a very ancient and fundamental verb of motion.

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.

G2795

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kee-NAY-soh

Translations: I will move, I will stir, I will shake, I will remove, I will excite

Notes: This word is the first person singular future active indicative form of the verb 'κινέω'. It means to move, stir, shake, or remove something. It can also imply exciting or disturbing. In a sentence, it describes an action that the speaker will perform in the future, such as 'I will move the stone' or 'I will stir the water'.

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

Synonyms: ΣΑΛΕΥΩ, ΜΕΤΑΤΙΘΗΜΙ

Etymology: The word 'κινέω' comes from an ancient root meaning 'to move'.

G1537

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: EK

Translations: out of, from, of, by, among, with

Notes: This word is a preposition that typically governs the genitive case. It denotes origin, source, or separation, indicating movement 'out of' or 'from' a place, time, or cause. It can also signify the material from which something is made, the agent by whom something is done, or the reason for an action. For example, it can mean 'out of the house' or 'from that day'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΑΠΟ, ΠΑΡΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *eǵʰs, meaning 'out'. It is cognate with Latin ex- and English out.

G3588, G3778

Part of Speech: Definite Article, Demonstrative Pronoun, Particle

Sounds like: too

Translations: of the, of him, of it, of this, to, in order to

Notes: This word is a form of the definite article 'the' or a demonstrative pronoun 'this/that'. It is most commonly used to indicate possession or relationship, translating as 'of the' or 'of him/it'. It can also be used before an infinitive verb to express purpose, meaning 'to' or 'in order to'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter

Etymology: The word 'Ο' (ho), from which 'ΤΟΥ' is derived, comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is an ancient word that has evolved to serve various grammatical functions in Greek.

G1437, G1439

Part of Speech: Interjection, Verb

Sounds like: EH-ah

Translations: Ah!, Ha!, Let it be!, let, allow, permit, suffer, give leave

Notes: This word can function in two main ways. As an interjection (ἔα), it expresses surprise, indignation, or a command to stop, similar to 'Ah!' or 'Ha!' in English. As a verb (ἐάω), it means 'to allow,' 'to permit,' 'to let,' or 'to suffer' something to happen. It is often used to indicate giving permission or not hindering an action.

Inflection: Interjection: Does not inflect. Verb: Present Active Imperative, 2nd Person Singular (from ἐάω).

Synonyms: ΑΦΙΗΜΙ, ΣΥΓΧΩΡΕΩ

Etymology: The interjection ἔα is an onomatopoeic exclamation. The verb ἐάω comes from an unknown origin, possibly related to the root *h₂ew- 'to help, benefit'.

G3340

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: meh-tah-no-EH-sees

Translations: you repent, you change your mind, you turn from sin

Notes: This word means to repent, to change one's mind, or to turn from sin. It implies a fundamental change in one's way of thinking and acting, often with a moral or spiritual connotation. It is used to describe the act of turning away from past wrongdoing and towards a new path.

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

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΣΤΡΕΦΩ, ΜΕΤΑΜΕΛΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word 'μετανοέω' (metanoeō) is a compound word formed from 'μετά' (meta), meaning 'with, after, or indicating change,' and 'νοέω' (noeō), meaning 'to perceive, to think, to understand.' Thus, it literally means 'to change one's mind' or 'to think differently after.'

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.

Part of Speech: Letter, Numeral, Prefix

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

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

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

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

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

G3404

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: mee-SOH

Translations: hate, detest, abhor, dislike

Notes: This word means to hate, detest, or abhor. It is used to express strong negative feelings towards someone or something. For example, one might say 'I hate injustice' or 'He hates his enemies'. It can also imply a preference for one thing over another, in the sense of loving one less than another.

Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, First Person Singular

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΣΤΥΓΕΩ, ΕΧΘΡΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΜΙΣΩ comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is related to words meaning 'to be angry' or 'to be hostile'.

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: EH-khon

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΚΕΚΤΗΜΕΝΟΣ, ΚΑΤΕΧΩΝ

G0191

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-koo-SAH-toh

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΕΙΣΑΚΟΥΩ, ΥΠΑΚΟΥΩ

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

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.

G4151

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PNEV-mah

Translations: Spirit, a spirit, wind, breath

Notes: This word is a nomina sacra, a scribal abbreviation for ΠΝΕΥΜΑ (pneuma). It refers to spirit, breath, or wind. In theological contexts, it often refers to the Holy Spirit. It can also denote a human spirit, a demonic spirit, or simply the physical breath or a gust of wind. It is used to describe an invisible, powerful force or essence.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΑΝΕΜΟΣ, ΠΝΟΗ

Etymology: From the Greek word πνέω (pneō), meaning 'to breathe, to blow'.

G1577

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ek-klee-SEE-aiss

Translations: to churches, for churches, in churches, among churches

Notes: This word refers to a gathering or assembly, particularly a congregation of believers or a church. It is used to denote a local body of Christians or, in a broader sense, the universal body of Christ. In this inflected form, it indicates the plural dative case, meaning it typically answers the question 'to whom?' or 'for what?' or 'in what?' when referring to multiple churches.

Inflection: Plural, Dative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΑΓΩΓΑΙΣ, ΣΥΝΟΔΟΙΣ

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: nee-KOHN-tee

Translations: to the one overcoming, to the one conquering, to the one prevailing, to the one who overcomes, to the one who conquers, to the one who prevails

Notes: This word is a dative singular present active participle of the verb ΝΙΚΑΩ (nikaō), meaning 'to conquer,' 'overcome,' or 'prevail.' It refers to the person or entity that is in the process of conquering or has the characteristic of overcoming. The form ΝΕΙΚΩΝΤΙ is an older or alternative spelling of ΝΙΚΩΝΤΙ, which is more commonly found in Koine Greek texts. It is used to indicate the recipient of an action, hence the 'to the one' translation.

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

Synonyms: ΚΡΑΤΕΩ, ΥΠΕΡΝΙΚΑΩ

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: nee-KOHN-tee

Translations: (to) the one who conquers, (to) the one who overcomes, (to) the victor

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'νικάω' (nikaō), meaning 'to conquer' or 'to overcome'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or a noun, describing someone who is currently in the act of conquering or overcoming. In this dative form, it indicates the recipient or beneficiary of an action, often translated as 'to the one who conquers' or 'to the victor'.

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

Synonyms: ΚΡΑΤΟΥΝΤΙ, ΥΠΕΡΝΙΚΩΝΤΙ

G1325

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: DOH-soh

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

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

Inflection: Future Active Indicative, 1st Person Singular

Synonyms: ΔΩΣΕΙ, ΔΩΣΟΜΕΝ

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

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.

G3860

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pah-rah-dee-SOH

Translations: I will hand over, I will deliver, I will betray, I will commit, I will entrust

Notes: This word is the future active indicative, first person singular form of the verb 'paradidomi'. It means 'I will hand over' or 'I will deliver'. It can also carry the negative connotation of 'I will betray' or the positive sense of 'I will commit' or 'I will entrust' something to someone. Its meaning is highly dependent on the context.

Inflection: Future Active Indicative, First Person Singular

Synonyms: ΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΑΠΟΔΙΔΩΜΙ

G2316

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: theh-OO

Translations: of God, of a God

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

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΚΥΡΙΟΥ, ΔΕΣΠΟΤΟΥ

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

Part of Speech: 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.

G4667

Part of Speech: Proper Noun, Noun

Sounds like: ZMEER-nee

Translations: Smyrna, myrrh, a myrrh

Notes: This word can refer to two distinct things: the city of Smyrna, an ancient Greek city on the Aegean coast of Anatolia (modern-day Izmir, Turkey), or the aromatic gum resin known as myrrh, which was used for perfumes, incense, and embalming. In context, it can refer to the church in Smyrna or the substance myrrh, often used in mixtures.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Genitive or Dative, Feminine

Etymology: The word is of Semitic origin, likely from Aramaic or Arabic, referring to the aromatic resin. The city of Smyrna was named after the plant.

G1125

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: GRA-pso

Translations: write, to write, record, to record, inscribe, to inscribe

Notes: This word is an imperative form of the verb 'grapho', meaning 'to write'. It is used to give a command or instruction to write something down, to record information, or to inscribe text onto a surface. It can be used in various contexts where the act of writing is commanded.

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

Synonyms: ΕΓΓΡΑΦΩ, ΚΑΤΑΓΡΑΦΩ

Etymology: The verb 'grapho' comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to scratch, carve, or write'. In ancient Greek, its meaning evolved from 'to scratch' or 'to draw' to 'to write'.

G4413

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: PRO-tos

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΡΧΗ, ΠΡΩΤΙΣΤΟΣ

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

G2078

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ES-kha-tos

Translations: last, outermost, extreme, final, the last

Notes: This word describes something that is at the very end, whether in terms of time, space, or rank. It can refer to the final point in a sequence, the furthest geographical location, or the lowest position in a hierarchy. It is often used substantively to mean 'the last one' or 'the last thing'.

Inflection: Masculine, Singular, Nominative

Synonyms: ΤΕΛΕΥΤΑΙΟΣ

Etymology: From a superlative form of the preposition EK (G1537), meaning 'out of' or 'from'. It denotes the furthest point or extreme limit.

G3739

Part of Speech: Relative Pronoun, Conjunction

Sounds like: HOS

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

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

Inflection: Masculine, Singular, Nominative

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

G3498

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: NEK-ros

Translations: dead, a dead person, a corpse

Notes: This word refers to something that is dead, lifeless, or deceased. As an adjective, it describes a state of being without life. As a noun, it refers to a dead body or a deceased individual. In Koine Greek, it can be used literally for physical death or metaphorically for spiritual death or insensitivity.

Inflection: Masculine, Feminine, Neuter; Singular, Plural; All cases

Synonyms: ΤΕΘΝΗΚΩΣ, ΑΨΥΧΟΣ, ΠΤΩΜΑ

Etymology: The word ΝΕΚΡΟΣ comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *neḱ- 'to perish, disappear'. It is related to words meaning 'death' or 'corpse' in various Indo-European languages.

G2347

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: THLIP-sin

Translations: tribulation, affliction, distress, trouble, a tribulation, an affliction, a distress, a trouble

Notes: This word refers to a state of pressure, oppression, or suffering. It can describe physical hardship, emotional distress, or persecution. It is often used in contexts of severe trouble or difficulty that one experiences.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΤΕΝΟΧΩΡΙΑ, ΠΑΘΟΣ, ΔΟΚΙΜΑΣΙΑ

Etymology: The word ΘΛΙΨΙΣ (thlipsis) comes from the verb θλίβω (thlibō), meaning 'to press, to squeeze, to crush'. It conveys the idea of being under pressure or being hemmed in.

G4145

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: PLOO-see-oss

Translations: rich, wealthy, abounding, opulent

Notes: This word describes someone or something that possesses great wealth or an abundance of resources. It can refer to material riches, but also metaphorically to being rich in other qualities, such as faith or good works. It is used to modify nouns, indicating a characteristic of the noun.

Inflection: Nominative, Singular, Masculine

Synonyms: ΕΥΠΟΡΟΣ, ΕΥΠΛΟΥΤΟΣ

Etymology: From πλοῦτος (ploutos, "wealth"). The word is derived from an ancient Greek root meaning 'to flow' or 'to overflow', suggesting an abundance.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: leh-GON-tohn

Translations: (of) saying, (of) speaking, (of) telling, (of) relating, (of) calling, (of) naming

Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the present active participle of the verb 'λέγω' (legō), meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. It refers to 'those who are saying' or 'of those who are speaking'. It is often used to introduce direct or indirect speech, or to describe the action of a group of people who are speaking.

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

Synonyms: ΛΑΛΟΥΝΤΩΝ, ΦΩΝΟΥΝΤΩΝ

G2453

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ee-oo-DAH-ee-oos

Translations: Jews, the Jews

Notes: This word refers to a Jew, an inhabitant of Judea, or a follower of Judaism. In its accusative plural form, it is used as the direct object of a verb or after certain prepositions, indicating 'Jews' as the recipients of an action or the object of a preposition.

Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΕΒΡΑΙΟΥΣ, ΙΣΡΑΗΛΙΤΑΣ

Etymology: The word 'ΙΟΥΔΑΙΟΣ' is derived from 'ΙΟΥΔΑ' (Judah), referring to the tribe of Judah or the region of Judea. It signifies someone belonging to or originating from Judah.

G4864

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: soon-ah-go-GAY

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΕΚΚΛΗΣΙΑ, ΣΥΝΕΔΡΙΟΝ, ΟΧΛΟΣ

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

G3367

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: MAY-den

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

Notes: This word is a negative indefinite pronoun or adjective, meaning 'nothing' or 'no one'. It is the neuter form of the word 'ΜΗΔΕΙΣ'. It is used to express absolute negation, particularly in contexts involving prohibitions, commands, or with subjunctive and optative moods, indicating that something should not happen or does not exist under certain conditions. For example, it can be used in a sentence like 'do nothing' or 'let nothing happen'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Accusative, Vocative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΟΥΔΕΝ

Etymology: The word ΜΗΔΕΙΣ is a compound word formed from the negative particle ΜΗ (meaning 'not') and the numeral ΕΙΣ (meaning 'one'). It literally means 'not even one'.

G3195

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: MEL-leess

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

Notes: This word is a verb that indicates an action that is about to happen, is intended to happen, or is imminent. It often conveys a sense of future intention or a state of being on the verge of doing something. It is frequently followed by an infinitive verb.

Inflection: 2nd Person, Singular, Present, Indicative, Active

Synonyms: ΕΤΟΙΜΑΖΩ, ΠΡΟΚΕΙΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word ΜΕΛΛΩ (mellō) is of uncertain origin, possibly related to an old root meaning 'to delay' or 'to be slow', which evolved to mean 'to be about to' or 'to intend'.

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'.

G1228

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: dee-AH-boh-los

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΣΑΤΑΝΑΣ, ΑΝΤΙΚΕΙΜΕΝΟΣ, ΠΕΙΡΑΖΩΝ

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

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).

G5438

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: foo-la-KAYN

Translations: guard, a guard, prison, a prison, watch, a watch, custody, a custody, keeping, a keeping

Notes: This word refers to the act of guarding or keeping, a place of custody like a prison, or a period of watching, such as a night watch. It can be used to describe a literal prison or a state of being held in custody. It can also refer to the act of keeping or observing something, like a command or a law.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΕΣΜΩΤΗΡΙΟΝ, ΤΗΡΗΣΙΣ, ΚΟΥΣΤΩΔΙΑ

Etymology: The word ΦΥΛΑΚΗ (phylakē) comes from the verb φυλάσσω (phylassō), meaning 'to guard, watch, protect'.

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.

G3985

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pee-ras-THEE-tai

Translations: let him be tempted, let him be tried, let him be tested

Notes: This word is likely a misspelling or variant of the Koine Greek verb 'πειρασθήτω' (peirasthētō) or 'πειρασθῇ' (peirasthē), which means 'let him be tempted/tested/tried'. It is derived from the root verb 'πειράζω' (peirazō), meaning 'to test, to try, to tempt'. The form 'ΠΙΡΑΣΘΗΤΑΙ' appears to be a third-person singular aorist passive imperative or subjunctive, indicating a command or possibility for someone to be tested or tempted. The 'Ι' instead of 'ΕΙ' is a common phonetic substitution (iotacism) in Koine Greek.

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

Synonyms: ΔΟΚΙΜΑΖΩ, ΒΑΣΑΝΙΖΩ

Etymology: From 'πεῖρα' (peira), meaning 'a trial, an attempt'. The verb 'πειράζω' (peirazō) means 'to make a trial of, to test'.

G0568

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ex-EH-tai

Translations: will hold back, will refrain, will keep away, will abstain

Notes: This word is a future indicative form of the verb 'απέχω' (apechō), meaning to hold back or keep away from something. It describes an action that will occur in the future, indicating that someone or something will refrain or abstain from a particular action or object. In the provided context, it suggests that someone will not hold back from their brother.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΕΧΩ, ΚΑΤΕΧΩ, ΑΝΕΧΩ

G4103

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: PIS-tos

Translations: faithful, trustworthy, believing, true, a faithful one

Notes: This word describes someone or something that is reliable, dependable, and worthy of trust. It can refer to a person who is faithful in their commitments or beliefs, or to God who is true to His promises. When used as a noun, it refers to a 'faithful one' or 'believer'. It is often used to describe someone who has faith or is a follower of a particular belief.

Inflection: Masculine, Nominative, Singular

Synonyms: ΑΛΗΘΙΝΟΣ, ΔΙΚΑΙΟΣ, ΕΥΣΕΒΗΣ

Etymology: From the verb 'πείθω' (peithō), meaning 'to persuade' or 'to trust'. It relates to the concept of being persuaded or having trust, thus leading to the meaning of being trustworthy or faithful.

G0891

Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb

Sounds like: AKH-ree

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

Notes: This word functions as a preposition or an adverb, indicating a limit in time or space. It means 'until' when referring to a point in time, or 'up to' and 'as far as' when referring to a spatial limit or extent. It can also mean 'even to' or 'even including'. It is often followed by the genitive case.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΜΕΧΡΙ, ΕΩΣ, ΑΝΕΥ

Etymology: The origin of this word is uncertain, but it is thought to be related to the Greek word 'ἄκρος' (akros), meaning 'highest' or 'extreme', suggesting a sense of reaching a limit or extremity.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: nee-KOH

Translations: I conquer, I overcome, I prevail, I win, I subdue

Notes: This verb means to conquer, overcome, or prevail. It is often used in the context of winning a victory, whether in battle, a contest, or over an adversary or challenge. It can also imply gaining a moral victory or triumphing over sin or evil. It is typically followed by an object indicating what is being conquered or overcome.

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

Synonyms: ΚΡΑΤΕΩ, ΥΠΕΡΝΙΚΑΩ, ΘΡΙΑΜΒΕΥΩ

Etymology: From a root meaning 'to conquer' or 'to be victorious'.

G0091

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-dee-KEE-thay

Translations: was wronged, was injured, was harmed, was treated unjustly

Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'adikeō', meaning 'to do wrong' or 'to injure'. In this specific form, it is in the aorist passive indicative, meaning 'was wronged' or 'was injured'. It describes an action where the subject is the recipient of injustice or harm, rather than the one inflicting it. It implies that someone has suffered an injustice or has been treated unfairly.

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

Synonyms: ΒΛΑΠΤΩ, ΚΑΚΟΠΑΘΕΩ

Etymology: From the Greek word 'adikos' (ἄδικος), meaning 'unjust', which is formed from 'a-' (ἀ-, a negative prefix) and 'dikē' (δίκη, meaning 'justice' or 'right'). Thus, it literally means 'not just' or 'without justice'.

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: PER-ga-moh

Translations: Pergamum, to Pergamum

Notes: This is the name of an ancient city in Mysia, Asia Minor, which was the capital of the kingdom of Pergamum. It was a significant cultural and political center in the Hellenistic and Roman periods. In the New Testament, it is one of the seven churches addressed in the Book of Revelation.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine

Etymology: The name 'Pergamum' is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek. It is thought to be related to the Greek word 'pyrgos' (tower) or 'pergamos' (citadel), referring to the city's fortified acropolis.

G1366

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: dis-TO-mon

Translations: two-edged, double-edged

Notes: This word is a compound adjective meaning 'two-edged' or 'double-edged'. It is formed from 'δι-' (di-), meaning 'two' or 'twice', and 'στόμα' (stoma), meaning 'mouth' or 'edge'. It is commonly used to describe a sword or any cutting instrument that has two sharp sides, indicating its effectiveness and penetrating power.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Etymology: The word ΔΙΣΤΟΜΟΣ is a compound of the prefix ΔΙ- (di-), meaning 'two' or 'twice', and ΣΤΟΜΑ (stoma), meaning 'mouth' or 'edge'. It literally means 'two-mouthed' or 'two-edged'.

G3691

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ox-AY-an

Translations: sharp, a sharp one, piercing, a piercing one, swift, a swift one, quick, a quick one

Notes: This word describes something that is sharp, keen, or pointed, often referring to a physical edge or a piercing quality. It can also describe something that is swift, quick, or rapid in movement or action. In a figurative sense, it can refer to something that is acute or intense. It is an inflected form of the adjective 'oxys'.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΙΣΤΟΜΟΝ, ΚΟΠΤΙΚΟΝ, ΤΑΧΥΣ

Etymology: The word ΟΞΥΣ (oxys) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'sharp' or 'pointed'. It is related to English words like 'acid' and 'oxygen', which also derive from this root, referring to sharpness or pungency.

G2362

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: THRON-os

Translations: throne, a throne

Notes: This word refers to a seat of state, a chair of dignity, or a royal seat. It is commonly used to denote the seat occupied by a king, a deity, or any person in authority, symbolizing power, sovereignty, and judgment. It can be used in both literal and metaphorical senses.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΔΙΦΡΟΣ, ΚΑΘΕΔΡΑ

Etymology: The word 'thronos' comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to set, to place'. It is related to the verb 'θράω' (thraō), meaning 'to seat'.

G2902, G1748

Part of Speech: Verb, Adjective

Sounds like: kra-TAYSS

Translations: you hold, you rule, you prevail, you are strong, you are master of, you are in control of, holding, ruling, prevailing, strong, master of, in control of

Notes: ΚΡΑΤΕΙΣ can be an inflected form of the verb ΚΡΑΤΕΩ (krateō), meaning 'to be strong, to rule, to prevail, to hold fast, to seize'. In this verbal sense, it typically refers to someone exercising power or control. It can also be an inflected form of the adjective ΕΓΚΡΑΤΗΣ (enkratēs), meaning 'master of oneself, self-controlled, temperate', or more broadly 'in control of' something. The context determines whether it refers to an action of holding/ruling or a state of being in control.

Inflection: Second Person Singular, Present Active Indicative (Verb); Nominative or Accusative, Masculine or Feminine, Plural (Adjective)

Synonyms: ΔΥΝΑΜΙΣ, ΕΞΟΥΣΙΑ, ΙΣΧΥΣ

G0720

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eer-NEE-soh

Translations: you denied, you disowned, you rejected

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to deny,' 'to disown,' or 'to reject.' It describes the act of refusing to acknowledge something or someone, or to state that something is not true. It can be used in contexts where someone denies knowing another person, denies a fact, or rejects a claim.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΑΡΝΕΟΜΑΙ, ΑΘΕΤΕΩ

Etymology: The word ἀρνέομαι (arneomai) is of uncertain origin, possibly related to a word meaning 'to refuse' or 'to say no'.

G3144

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: MAR-toos

Translations: witness, a witness, martyr, a martyr

Notes: This word refers to a witness, someone who gives testimony or evidence, often in a legal or judicial context. In later Christian usage, it also came to mean a 'martyr,' someone who bears witness to their faith by suffering death. It can be used to describe a person who has seen or heard something and can provide an account of it, or someone who attests to the truth of something.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΜΑΡΤΥΡΙΟΝ, ΜΑΡΤΥΡΙΑ

Etymology: The word ΜΑΡΤΥΣ comes from an ancient root meaning 'to remember' or 'to be mindful of,' which evolved to mean 'to bear witness' or 'to testify.'

G3844

Part of Speech: Preposition, Prefix

Sounds like: pa-RAH

Translations: beside, by, near, from, with, at, along, beyond, against, through, in the presence of, alongside, a

Notes: This word functions primarily as a preposition, indicating proximity, origin, or comparison. It can mean 'beside,' 'from,' 'with,' 'at,' or 'alongside,' depending on the case of the noun it governs. When used as a prefix in compound words, it often conveys ideas of proximity, deviation, or intensity, such as 'alongside,' 'beyond,' 'contrary to,' or 'through.'

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΕΠΙ, ΣΥΝ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *per- (meaning 'forward, through'). It is cognate with English 'for' and 'through'.

G4567

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: sah-tah-NAS

Translations: Satan, the Adversary

Notes: This is a proper noun referring to Satan, the devil, or the adversary. It is used to denote the chief evil spirit, often depicted as the antagonist of God and humanity. It functions as a name for this specific entity.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΔΙΑΒΟΛΟΣ, ΟΦΙΣ, ΒΕΕΛΖΕΒΟΥΛ

Etymology: This word is a transliteration of the Aramaic word 'sāṭānā' (שטנא), which itself comes from the Hebrew 'śāṭān' (שָׂטָן), meaning 'adversary' or 'accuser'. It entered Greek through the Septuagint and became a proper name for the devil.

G2730

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-toy-KEE

Translations: dwells, inhabits, lives, resides

Notes: This word means to dwell, inhabit, or reside in a place. It describes the act of living in a specific location, often with a sense of permanence or establishment. It is formed from the prefix κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'completely', and the verb οἰκέω (oikeō), meaning 'to dwell'.

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

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΕΩ, ΖΑΩ, ΜΕΝΩ

Etymology: The word ΚΑΤΟΙΚΕΩ is a compound verb formed from the preposition κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'completely', and the verb οἰκέω (oikeō), meaning 'to dwell' or 'to inhabit'. The prefix intensifies the meaning of dwelling.

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'.

G3641

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: oh-LEE-gah

Translations: few, little, small, a few things

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'few', 'little', or 'small'. It is used to describe a limited quantity or number of something. For example, it can refer to a small number of days, a small amount of time, or a few items. It can also be used substantively to mean 'a few things' or 'a little'.

Inflection: Nominative, Accusative, or Vocative; Plural; Neuter or Feminine. Specifically, it can be Nominative/Accusative/Vocative Plural Neuter, or Nominative/Vocative Singular Feminine.

Synonyms: ΜΙΚΡΟΣ, ΒΡΑΧΥΣ

G2902

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: kra-TOON-tas

Translations: holding, grasping, seizing, laying hold of, ruling, prevailing, those holding, those grasping, those seizing

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'krateō', meaning 'to be strong, to rule, to hold, or to grasp'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action or state. In this form, it refers to 'those who are holding' or 'those who are ruling' something or someone. It can imply physical holding, mental grasping, or exercising authority.

Inflection: Present Active Participle, Masculine, Accusative, Plural

Synonyms: ΕΧΟΝΤΑΣ, ΚΑΤΕΧΟΝΤΑΣ, ΑΡΧΟΝΤΑΣ

G1322

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: dee-DA-kheen

Translations: teaching, a teaching, doctrine, instruction

Notes: This word refers to the act of teaching or the content of what is taught, often implying a body of doctrine or instruction. It can be used to describe the teachings of a person or a set of principles that are followed. In a sentence, it would function as a direct object receiving the action of a verb, such as 'they received the teaching' or 'he gave instruction'.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΙΔΑΣΚΑΛΙΑ, ΔΙΔΑΓΜΑ

Etymology: The word ΔΙΔΑΧΗ (didachē) comes from the verb διδάσκω (didaskō), meaning 'to teach'. It refers to the act or result of teaching.

G1321

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-di-DAS-ken

Translations: he was teaching, she was teaching, it was teaching, he taught, she taught, it taught

Notes: This word is the imperfect active indicative, third person singular form of the verb 'διδάσκω' (didasko), meaning 'to teach'. The imperfect tense describes an ongoing or repeated action in the past, or an action that was in progress. Therefore, 'ΕΔΙΔΑΣΚΕΝ' means 'he/she/it was teaching' or 'he/she/it used to teach'. It can also sometimes be translated as a simple past tense 'he/she/it taught' depending on the context, especially if the ongoing nature is not emphasized.

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

Synonyms: ΜΑΝΘΑΝΩ, ΠΑΙΔΕΥΩ, ΚΑΤΗΧΕΩ

G0905

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: BAH-lak

Translations: Balak

Notes: Balak was a king of Moab mentioned in the Old Testament, particularly in the book of Numbers. He is known for his attempts to have the prophet Balaam curse the Israelites. The name is consistently used to refer to this specific historical figure.

Inflection: Does not inflect in the same way as common nouns; typically used in its nominative form.

Etymology: The name 'Balak' is of Hebrew origin (בָּלָק, Balaq), meaning 'devastator' or 'empty'. It entered Koine Greek as a transliteration of the Hebrew name.

G0906

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: bah-LEIN

Translations: to throw, to cast, to put, to lay, to place

Notes: ΒΑΛΕΙΝ is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb ΒΑΛΛΩ. It means 'to throw,' 'to cast,' 'to put,' or 'to place.' It describes the action of causing something to move through the air or to be set down in a particular location. It can be used in various contexts, such as throwing a stone, casting a net, or putting something into a container.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΡΙΠΤΩ, ΤΙΘΗΜΙ, ΕΚΒΑΛΛΩ

Etymology: The word ΒΑΛΛΩ comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to throw' or 'to strike.' It has cognates in various Indo-European languages.

G4625

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: skan-DAH-loh

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

Notes: This word refers to a stumbling block, an obstacle, or anything that causes someone to stumble, fall, or commit sin. It can also mean a snare or trap. In a moral or spiritual sense, it denotes something that leads a person astray, causes them to sin, or offends their conscience. It is often used in contexts where an action or situation presents a temptation or a reason for someone to abandon their faith or moral principles.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΠΑΓΙΣ, ΠΡΟΣΚΟΜΜΑ, ΕΜΠΤΩΜΑ

Etymology: The word is of uncertain origin, possibly from a root meaning 'to limp' or 'to trip up'. It originally referred to the movable stick or trigger of a trap, which, when touched, caused the trap to spring shut. From this literal meaning, it developed the metaphorical sense of an obstacle or cause of moral downfall.

G1799

Part of Speech: Adverb, Preposition

Sounds like: en-OH-pee-on

Translations: before, in the presence of, in the sight of, in front of

Notes: This word functions as an adverb or an improper preposition, meaning 'before' or 'in the presence of'. It is used to indicate a position directly in front of someone or something, or to denote being under the observation or authority of someone. When used as a preposition, it typically takes the genitive case.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΜΠΡΟΣΘΕΝ, ΚΑΤΕΝΩΠΙΟΝ

Etymology: This word is a compound of the preposition 'ἐν' (en, meaning 'in') and 'ὤψ' (ōps, meaning 'face' or 'countenance'). It literally means 'in the face of' or 'in the sight of'.

G4203

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: por-NEV-sai

Translations: to commit fornication, to prostitute, to be unfaithful, to play the harlot

Notes: This word describes the act of engaging in illicit sexual intercourse or prostitution. It can also be used metaphorically to refer to spiritual unfaithfulness or idolatry, particularly in the context of a covenant relationship with God. It is used as an infinitive, indicating the purpose or result of an action.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΜΟΙΧΕΥΩ, ΕΚΠΟΡΝΕΥΩ

Etymology: From πόρνη (pornē, "prostitute").

G5035

Part of Speech: Adjective, Adverb

Sounds like: ta-KHOO

Translations: quick, swift, fast, quickly, swiftly, soon, immediately

Notes: This word can function as an adjective meaning 'quick' or 'swift', describing something that moves or happens at a high speed. It can also function as an adverb meaning 'quickly', 'swiftly', 'soon', or 'immediately', indicating the manner or timing of an action. For example, it can describe a 'swift witness' or an action that happens 'quickly'.

Inflection: Neuter Singular Nominative or Accusative (as adjective), Adverbial form (as adverb)

Synonyms: ΕΥΘΕΩΣ, ΑΙΦΝΙΔΙΩΣ, ΣΠΕΥΔΩ

Etymology: The word ΤΑΧΥ (tachy) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *teh₂g- meaning 'to touch, to handle', which evolved to imply speed or quickness in Greek.

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'.

G4501

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: rom-FEYE-ah

Translations: sword, a sword, dagger, spear

Notes: This word refers to a large, broad sword, often associated with a Thracian or Dacian weapon, or more generally, any sharp weapon like a dagger or spear. It is frequently used metaphorically in the New Testament to represent divine judgment or spiritual conflict. It is a feminine noun.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΜΑΧΑΙΡΑ, ΞΙΦΟΣ

Etymology: The word is of Thracian origin, referring to a type of long, straight or curved sword. It was adopted into Greek and Latin.

G4750

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: STOH-mah-tos

Translations: mouth, a mouth, (of) mouth, (of) a mouth

Notes: This word refers to the mouth, either literally as a part of the body (of humans or animals) or metaphorically as the source of speech, utterance, or command. It is often used in contexts related to speaking, declaring, or consuming.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Neuter

Synonyms: ΧΕΙΛΟΣ, ΦΩΝΗ

Etymology: The word ΣΤΟΜΑ comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *stom-n-, meaning 'mouth'. It is related to words for mouth in other Indo-European languages.

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

G3131

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: MAN-nah

Translations: manna, a manna

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

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

G2928

Part of Speech: Adjective, Participle

Sounds like: keh-kroo-MMEH-noo

Translations: of hidden, of concealed, of having been hidden, of having been concealed

Notes: This word is the perfect passive participle of the verb 'κρύπτω' (kryptō), meaning 'to hide' or 'to conceal'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective, describing something that has been hidden or concealed. It indicates a state of having been hidden, with the action completed in the past but having ongoing results. It can be used to modify a noun, indicating that the noun is the one that has been hidden.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter, Perfect Passive Participle

Synonyms: ΑΦΑΝΟΥΣ, ΛΑΝΘΑΝΟΝΤΟΣ

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.

G1125

Part of Speech: Participle, Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: ge-GRAH-mme-no

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΒΙΒΛΙΟΝ, ΕΠΙΣΤΟΛΗ

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

G3762

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: OO-DEYS

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΟΥΔΕΝ, ΜΗΔΕΙΣ

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

G2983

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: lam-BAH-non

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΟΜΙΖΩ, ΑΙΡΕΩ

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

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.

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.

G4442

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PY-ros

Translations: of fire, fire, a fire

Notes: This word refers to fire, a fundamental element. It can be used literally to describe a burning flame or figuratively to represent judgment, purification, or divine presence. As a noun, it functions as the subject or object in a sentence, or in this genitive form, it indicates possession or origin.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Neuter

Synonyms: ΦΛΟΞ, ΚΑΥΣΙΣ

Etymology: The word 'πῦρ' (pyr) comes from Proto-Indo-European *peh₂wr̥, meaning 'fire'. It is a very ancient word found across many Indo-European languages.

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.

G5474

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: khal-ko-LEE-ba-no

Translations: fine brass, burnished bronze, electrum, a fine brass, a burnished bronze, an electrum

Notes: This is a compound word, combining 'chalkos' (bronze/copper) and 'libanos' (frankincense, or possibly referring to a white, shining quality). It refers to a precious metal, often translated as 'fine brass' or 'burnished bronze,' implying a highly refined and lustrous metal. It is used to describe something that is bright, shining, and strong, often in a metaphorical sense to convey majesty or purity.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Neuter

Etymology: This word is a compound of ΧΑΛΚΟΣ (CHALKOS), meaning 'bronze' or 'copper,' and ΛΙΒΑΝΟΣ (LIBANOS), meaning 'frankincense' or 'white/shining.' The combination suggests a metal that is both bronze-like and possesses a brilliant, shining quality, possibly like the white smoke of frankincense or the bright appearance of electrum.

G2078

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: ES-kha-tah

Translations: last, outermost, uttermost, end, a last thing, the last things, the ends, the uttermost parts

Notes: This word refers to something that is at the very end, the furthest point, or the ultimate limit. As an adjective, it describes something as 'last' or 'outermost'. As a noun, it can refer to 'the end' or 'the last things', often in a temporal or spatial sense. It is frequently used in discussions about the end times or the final events.

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

Synonyms: ΤΕΛΟΣ, ΠΕΡΑΣ

G4119

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: PLAY-oh-nah

Translations: more, many, a greater number, a greater amount

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'more' or 'greater'. It is used to indicate a larger quantity, number, or degree of something. It can function as a comparative adjective, meaning 'more than' or 'greater than', or as a substantive, referring to 'the majority' or 'the greater part'.

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

Synonyms: ΠΟΛΥΣ, ΜΕΙΖΩΝ

Etymology: From the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'full' or 'many'. It is the comparative form of the adjective 'πολύς' (polys), meaning 'much' or 'many'.

G4183

Part of Speech: Adverb, Adjective

Sounds like: PO-loo

Translations: much, many, great, greatly, often, a lot

Notes: This word is commonly used to indicate a large quantity, degree, or frequency. As an adverb, it means 'much,' 'greatly,' or 'often,' modifying verbs or adjectives. As an adjective, it means 'much' (for singular nouns) or 'many' (for plural nouns), describing the quantity of something. It can also mean 'great' in terms of size or importance.

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

Synonyms: ΠΟΛΛΑ, ΠΛΕΙΟΝ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'much' or 'many'. It is a very common word across various Indo-European languages.

G0863

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-FEIS

Translations: you may let go, you may send away, you may forgive, you may permit, you may abandon, you may leave

Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'aphiēmi', meaning to let go, send away, forgive, permit, abandon, or leave. It is used to describe an action of releasing or dismissing something or someone, or of pardoning sins. It can also imply allowing something to happen or leaving a situation or person behind.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΛΥΩ, ΣΥΓΧΩΡΕΩ, ΕΑΩ

Etymology: From 'apo' (away from) and 'hiēmi' (to send). It literally means 'to send away from'.

G2403

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ee-ah-ZAH-bel

Translations: Jezebel

Notes: This word refers to Jezebel, the wicked Phoenician princess who married King Ahab of Israel, as described in the Old Testament. She was notorious for promoting idolatry and persecuting prophets of God. In the New Testament, particularly in the Book of Revelation, her name is used symbolically to represent a false prophetess or a corrupting influence within the church. The spelling 'ΙΑΖΑΒΕΛ' is a variant of the more common 'ΙΕΖΑΒΕΛ' (IEZABEL) found in some manuscripts.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative

Etymology: This name is a transliteration from the Hebrew name 'Izevel' (אִיזֶבֶל), meaning 'where is the prince?' or 'Baal exalts'.

G2403

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ee-eh-ZAH-bel

Translations: Jezebel

Notes: Jezebel is a proper noun referring to the Phoenician princess who married King Ahab of Israel. She is infamous in the Old Testament for her wickedness, idolatry, and persecution of prophets. The final apostrophe in 'ΙΕΖΑΒΕΛʼ' is likely a keraia, indicating it is being used as a numeral, or it could be a textual variant or a scribal mark, though its primary meaning remains the proper name.

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

Etymology: The name Jezebel is of Hebrew origin, meaning 'where is the prince?' or 'Baal exalts'. It is derived from the Hebrew 'Izevel' (אִיזֶבֶל).

G3588, G3739, G2228

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

Sounds like: AY

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

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

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

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

Part of Speech: 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

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: leh-GOO-sahn

Translations: saying, speaking, telling, calling, meaning

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'λέγω' (legō), meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective, describing a noun that is performing the action of saying or speaking. It is used to indicate an ongoing action of speaking or stating something, often translated as 'saying' or 'who says'.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine, Present Active Participle

Synonyms: ΛΑΛΟΥΣΑΝ, ΦΩΝΟΥΣΑΝ

G4105

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: plah-NAH

Translations: deceive, lead astray, mislead, cause to wander, err

Notes: This word describes the act of causing someone to go astray, either literally by leading them off a path, or figuratively by deceiving them or causing them to err in judgment or belief. It can also mean to wander or be led astray oneself. It is often used in the context of spiritual or moral error.

Inflection: Present, Imperative, Active, 2nd Person Singular (e.g., 'do not deceive'); Present, Indicative, Active, 3rd Person Singular (e.g., 'he/she/it deceives')

Synonyms: ΑΠΑΤΑΩ, ΠΛΑΝΩ

Etymology: The word originates from the Greek root πλάνη (planē), meaning 'a wandering, a going astray, error'.

G1325

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-DOH-kah

Translations: I gave, I have given, I did give

Notes: This is the first person singular, active, indicative, aorist form of the verb 'δίδωμι' (didomi), meaning 'to give'. The aorist tense in Koine Greek typically describes a simple, completed action in the past, without emphasizing its duration or repetition. It can often be translated as a simple past tense in English, such as 'I gave', or sometimes with 'did' for emphasis, 'I did give'.

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

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΕΧΩ, ΔΙΔΩ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'to give'. It is related to words for giving in many other Indo-European languages.

G5550

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KHRO-no

Translations: time, a time, season, a season, period, a period, while, a while

Notes: This word refers to a period of time, a season, or a specific duration. It can be used to denote a general concept of time or a particular interval. In the provided examples, it consistently refers to a duration or period, such as 'a long time' or 'the greater part of the time'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΚΑΙΡΟΣ, ΑΙΩΝ

Etymology: The word 'chronos' comes from Proto-Indo-European, referring to time. It is the root of many English words related to time, such as 'chronology' and 'chronometer'.

G3341

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: meh-tah-NO-ay-see

Translations: repentance, a repentance, change of mind, a change of mind

Notes: This word refers to a change of mind, a turning around, or a transformation of one's inner thoughts and purpose, often implying a turning away from sin and towards God. It signifies a fundamental shift in one's perspective and direction in life.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΜΕΤΑΜΕΛΕΙΑ, ΕΠΙΣΤΡΟΦΗ

Etymology: The word ΜΕΤΑΝΟΗΣΗ (metanoēsis) is derived from the verb ΜΕΤΑΝΟΕΩ (metanoeō), which is a compound of ΜΕΤΑ (meta), meaning 'after' or 'change', and ΝΟΕΩ (noeō), meaning 'to perceive' or 'to think'. Thus, it literally means 'to think differently afterwards' or 'to change one's mind'.

G4202

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: por-NEE-as

Translations: of fornication, of sexual immorality, of prostitution, of unchastity

Notes: This word refers to sexual immorality of any kind, including prostitution, unchastity, and illicit sexual intercourse. It is often used in a broad sense to encompass all forms of sexual sin. In a sentence, it would typically describe the nature or source of something, such as 'the spirit of fornication' or 'the works of unchastity'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΣΕΛΓΕΙΑ, ΑΚΑΘΑΡΣΙΑ

Etymology: The word 'ΠΟΡΝΕΙΑ' (porneia) derives from the Greek verb 'πορνεύω' (porneuo), meaning 'to commit fornication' or 'to act as a prostitute', which in turn comes from 'πόρνη' (pornē), meaning 'prostitute'.

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.

G3340

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: meh-tah-noh-EE-soo-sin

Translations: they will repent, they will change their mind, they will feel remorse

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to repent' or 'to change one's mind'. It implies a change of heart and a turning away from past actions or beliefs. It is often used in a religious context to describe a spiritual transformation or a turning back to God. The word is a compound of 'μετά' (meta), meaning 'with, after, or change', and 'νοέω' (noeō), meaning 'to perceive, to think, to understand'.

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

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΣΤΡΕΦΩ, ΜΕΤΑΜΕΛΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word ΜΕΤΑΝΟΕΩ is a compound of the preposition ΜΕΤΑ (meta), meaning 'with, after, or change', and the verb ΝΟΕΩ (noeō), meaning 'to perceive, to think, to understand'. Thus, it literally means 'to change one's mind' or 'to think differently afterwards'.

G0615

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-pok-TEH-noh

Translations: kill, slay, put to death

Notes: This verb means to kill, slay, or put to death. It is used to describe the act of ending a life, whether human or animal, and can also be used metaphorically to describe the destruction or abolition of something. It often implies a decisive and complete act.

Inflection: Present Active Indicative, 1st Person Singular; or Present Active Infinitive

Synonyms: ΑΝΑΙΡΕΩ, ΦΟΝΕΥΩ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the preposition 'ΑΠΟ' (APO), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb 'ΚΤΕΙΝΩ' (KTEINO), meaning 'to kill' or 'to slay'. The prefix intensifies the action of killing, emphasizing a complete or decisive act.

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.

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.

G2045

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-reh-OO-non

Translations: searching, examining, investigating, scrutinizing, exploring, inquiring

Notes: This word is the present active participle of the verb 'ἐρευνάω' (ereunao). It describes an action of diligently searching, examining, or investigating something with careful scrutiny. It implies a thorough and often persistent inquiry, going into detail to discover facts or truth. It can be used to describe someone who is in the process of searching or exploring.

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

Synonyms: ΕΞΕΡΕΥΝΑΩ, ΖΗΤΕΩ, ΑΝΙΧΝΕΥΩ

Etymology: The verb 'ἐρευνάω' (ereunao) is thought to be derived from 'ἔρευνα' (ereuna), meaning 'search' or 'inquiry'. Its origin is likely from a root related to digging or delving, suggesting a deep and thorough investigation.

G2588

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: kar-DEE-as

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΨΥΧΗ, ΝΟΥΣ, ΠΝΕΥΜΑ

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'.

G3745

Part of Speech: Relative Pronoun, Relative Adjective

Sounds like: OH-soy

Translations: as many as, all who, whoever, how many

Notes: This word functions as a relative pronoun or adjective, meaning 'as many as' or 'all who'. It introduces a relative clause and refers to a quantity or number of people or things. It is used to connect a dependent clause to a main clause, specifying the extent or number of the antecedent.

Inflection: Nominative, Plural, Masculine

Synonyms: ΠΑΣ, ΟΣΤΙΣ

Etymology: From the demonstrative pronoun ὅς (hos, 'this, that') and the suffix -σος (-sos), indicating quantity or degree. It is related to other words indicating quantity or extent.

G2363

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: thoo-ah-TEI-ree

Translations: Thyatira

Notes: Thyatira was an ancient city located in the region of Lydia, Asia Minor (modern-day Turkey). It was known for its trade guilds, particularly those involved in the dyeing of purple cloth. The city is mentioned in the New Testament as one of the seven churches of Asia to whom the Book of Revelation is addressed.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative

Etymology: The origin of the name 'Thyatira' is uncertain, but it is believed to be pre-Greek. One theory suggests it is derived from a Lydian word.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EKH-oo-sin

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΚΤΩΜΑΙ, ΚΕΚΤΗΜΑΙ, ΕΙΜΙ

G1097

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eg-NOH-san

Translations: they knew, they recognized, they understood, they perceived, they learned

Notes: This word is the third person plural aorist active indicative form of the verb 'γινώσκω' (ginōskō), meaning 'to know' or 'to come to know'. It describes an action of knowing or recognizing that occurred in the past, often with an emphasis on the beginning or completion of the action. It can refer to gaining knowledge, understanding a situation, or recognizing a person or fact.

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

Synonyms: ΟΙΔΑ, ΕΠΙΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΣΥΝΙΗΜΙ

Etymology: The verb 'γινώσκω' (ginōskō) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to know'. It is related to English words like 'know' and 'cognition'.

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)

G0243

Part of Speech: Adjective, Pronoun

Sounds like: AL-lo

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΕΤΕΡΟΣ

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

G0922

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: BAH-ros

Translations: weight, a weight, burden, a burden, heaviness, a heaviness

Notes: This word refers to physical weight or heaviness. It can also be used metaphorically to describe a burden, a difficulty, or something that is oppressive. It is often used in contexts relating to physical objects or responsibilities that are difficult to bear.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΦΟΡΤΙΟΝ, ΟΓΚΟΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *gʷr̥hₓ-u-, meaning 'heavy'. It is related to the Greek word βαρύς (barýs) meaning 'heavy'.

G4133

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: plēn

Translations: but, except, nevertheless, however, only, save, yet

Notes: This word is a scribal abbreviation for ΠΛΗΝ (plēn). It functions as a conjunction or an adverb. As a conjunction, it introduces a contrasting or limiting statement, similar to 'but' or 'nevertheless'. As an adverb, it can mean 'only' or 'except'. It is often used to mark a transition or to emphasize a particular point.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΑΛΛΑ, ΕΙ ΜΗ, ΟΜΩΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *pleh₁- (to fill). It originally meant 'full' or 'complete', evolving to 'fully, completely', and then to 'except, but' in the sense of 'all but'.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EH-kheh-tai

Translations: is held, is possessed, is had, is kept, is near, is next, is attached to, is dependent on, is in contact with, is contiguous to

Notes: This word is the third person singular, present indicative, middle or passive voice form of the verb 'ἔχω' (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. In the middle voice, it can mean 'to hold oneself', 'to cling to', or 'to be next to'. In the passive voice, it means 'to be held' or 'to be possessed'. Its meaning often depends on the context, particularly whether it implies proximity, possession, or a state of being held.

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

Synonyms: ΚΡΑΤΕΙΤΑΙ, ΚΑΤΕΧΕΤΑΙ, ΠΡΟΣΕΧΕΤΑΙ

G0302

Part of Speech: Particle

Sounds like: AN

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΑΝ, ΟΤΑΝ, ΟΠΟΥ

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

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: nee-KOHN

Translations: conquering, overcoming, victorious, prevailing

Notes: ΝΙΚΩΝ is a present active participle derived from the verb ΝΙΚΑΩ, meaning 'to conquer' or 'to overcome'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or an adverb, describing an action that is ongoing. It can mean 'one who is conquering' or 'while conquering'.

Inflection: Present Active Participle, Masculine/Feminine/Neuter, Nominative/Accusative/Genitive/Dative (depending on context, as it is a common form for various cases and genders)

Synonyms: ΚΡΑΤΩΝ, ΥΠΕΡΝΙΚΩΝ

G5083

Part of Speech: Participle, Verb

Sounds like: tay-ROHN

Translations: keeping, observing, guarding, watching, one who keeps, one who observes

Notes: This word is the present active participle of the verb 'τηρέω' (tēreō), meaning 'to keep,' 'to guard,' 'to observe,' or 'to watch over.' As a participle, it describes an ongoing action and can function as an adjective (e.g., 'the one keeping') or adverb (e.g., 'while keeping'). It implies careful attention, preservation, or adherence to something.

Inflection: Present Active Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Singular

Synonyms: ΦΥΛΑΣΣΩΝ, ΠΑΡΑΤΗΡΩΝ, ΕΧΩΝ

G5056

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: TEH-loys

Translations: to ends, to purposes, to taxes, to outcomes, to fulfillments, to consummations, to payments, to customs

Notes: This word is the dative plural form of the noun 'ΤΕΛΟΣ' (TELOS). It refers to the conclusion, end, or fulfillment of something, or to a tax or payment. In its dative plural form, it indicates the indirect object to which the action is directed, such as 'to the ends' or 'for the purposes'. It can also refer to 'to the taxes' or 'to the customs' depending on the context.

Inflection: Plural, Dative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΠΕΡΑΣ, ΣΥΝΤΕΛΕΙΑ, ΕΚΒΑΣΙΣ

G5056

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: TEH-loos

Translations: of an end, of a goal, of a completion, of a purpose, of a result, of a tax, of a custom, of a toll

Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of the neuter noun 'telos'. It refers to an end, a goal, a completion, a purpose, or a result. In some contexts, it can also refer to a tax, custom, or toll. It is used to indicate possession, origin, or the object of certain prepositions or verbs.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Neuter

Synonyms: ΠΕΡΑΣ, ΣΥΝΤΕΛΕΙΑ, ΕΚΒΑΣΙΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *telh₂- 'to lift, support, weigh'. The word evolved to mean a 'standing place', then 'boundary', and finally 'end' or 'goal'.

G0846

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: ow-TOH

Translations: (to) him, (to) her, (to) it, (to) them, (for) him, (for) her, (for) it, (for) them, himself, herself, itself, themselves, the same

Notes: This word is a personal pronoun that can also function as an adjective. In its pronominal use, it typically means 'him', 'her', 'it', or 'them', depending on the gender and number. When used intensively, it can mean 'himself', 'herself', 'itself', or 'themselves', emphasizing the subject. As an adjective, it means 'the same'. The form ΑΥΤΩ is in the dative case, indicating the indirect object of an action, often translated with 'to' or 'for'.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ, ΟΥΤΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΑΥΤΟΣ is of uncertain origin, possibly from a demonstrative pronominal stem. It is a fundamental pronoun in Greek, used across various dialects and periods.

G4632

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: SKEV-ee

Translations: vessel, a vessel, instrument, an instrument, implement, an implement, goods, baggage, equipment, furniture

Notes: This word refers to an object or implement used for a particular purpose, such as a container (vessel), a tool (instrument), or personal belongings (goods, baggage). It can also refer to household items or equipment. It is often used in the plural to denote a collection of such items.

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

Synonyms: ΕΞΑΡΤΥΣΙΣ, ΟΠΛΑ, ΠΡΑΓΜΑΤΑ

Etymology: The word derives from the verb σκευάζω (skeuazō), meaning 'to prepare, make ready, or equip'. It is related to the idea of things that are prepared or made for use.

G4937

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soon-TREE-beh-tai

Translations: is broken, is crushed, is shattered, is bruised

Notes: This word is a compound verb, formed from the preposition ΣΥΝ (together with) and the verb ΤΡΙΒΩ (to rub, wear out, break). It means to be broken into pieces, to be crushed, or to be shattered. It is often used to describe something being completely destroyed or severely damaged. It can also be used metaphorically to describe a person's spirit or heart being broken or bruised.

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

Synonyms: ΘΛΑΩ, ΚΑΤΑΓΝΥΜΙ, ΡΗΓΝΥΜΙ

G2983

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ee-LAY-fah

Translations: I have taken, I have received, I have seized, I have obtained

Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'λαμβάνω' (lambanō), which means 'to take', 'to receive', or 'to seize'. 'ΕΙΛΗΦΑ' specifically indicates an action that was completed in the past and whose results continue into the present. It describes a state of having taken or received something, emphasizing the accomplished fact.

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

Synonyms: ΚΟΜΙΖΩ, ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΑΙΡΕΩ

Etymology: The root verb 'λαμβάνω' (lambanō) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to grasp, seize'.

G3844

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: pah-RAH

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΕΠΙ, ΥΠΟ

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

G4151