2001 Translation

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: kahee

Translations: and, also, even, but, then

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

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

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'.

G0935

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: bah-see-LEHFS

Translations: king, a king, ruler, sovereign

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

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΡΧΩΝ, ΗΓΕΜΩΝ, ΚΥΡΙΟΣ

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

G4672

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: sah-loh-MOHN

Translations: Solomon

Notes: This is the name of King Solomon, the son of David and Bathsheba, who succeeded his father as king of Israel. He is renowned for his wisdom, wealth, and the construction of the First Temple in Jerusalem. The word is used to refer specifically to this historical figure.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine

Etymology: The Greek name Σαλωμών (Salōmōn) is a transliteration of the Hebrew name שְׁלֹמֹה (Shelomoh), which is derived from the Hebrew root שָׁלֹם (shalom), meaning 'peace'. Thus, Solomon's name is often interpreted as 'peaceful' or 'man of peace'.

G5388

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: fee-loh-GOO-nays

Translations: fond of women, woman-loving, a lover of women

Notes: This is a compound word formed from 'philos' (loving, fond of) and 'gynē' (woman). It describes someone who is fond of women or devoted to them. It can be used as an adjective to describe a person, or as a noun referring to such a person.

Inflection: Masculine or Feminine, Singular, Nominative

Etymology: The word is a compound of two Greek words: φίλος (philos), meaning 'loving' or 'dear', and γυνή (gynē), meaning 'woman' or 'wife'.

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: ow-TOH

Translations: (to) him, (to) her, (to) it, (to) himself, (to) herself, (to) itself

Notes: This word is the dative singular form of the pronoun 'ΑΥ̓ΤΟΣ'. It functions as a personal pronoun meaning 'him', 'her', or 'it' when used as an indirect object, often translated with 'to' or 'for'. It can also function as an intensive pronoun meaning 'himself', 'herself', or 'itself', emphasizing the subject. In some contexts, especially with the definite article, it can act as a demonstrative pronoun meaning 'the same'. Its usage depends heavily on the surrounding context.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Feminine or Neuter

G0757

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: AR-khoo-sai

Translations: ruling, governing, leading, chief, a ruler, a leader, a chief woman, a princess

Notes: This word is the feminine plural form of the present participle of the verb 'archō', meaning 'to rule' or 'to begin'. As an adjective, it describes something as 'ruling' or 'governing'. As a noun, it refers to 'female rulers', 'princesses', or 'chief women'. It is used to describe women in positions of authority or leadership.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Feminine, Present Participle

Synonyms: ΗΓΕΜΟΝΕΣ, ΚΥΡΙΟΙ

Etymology: The word derives from the verb ἄρχω (archō), which means 'to be first', 'to begin', or 'to rule'. Its origin is ancient, tracing back to Proto-Indo-European roots related to being first or leading.

G2983

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-LAH-ben

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

Notes: This is the third person singular aorist indicative active form of the verb 'λαμβάνω' (lambanō), meaning 'to take' or 'to receive'. It describes an action that occurred in the past, completed at a specific point in time. It can be used to describe someone taking an object, receiving something, or even grasping an idea.

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

Synonyms: ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΟΜΙΖΩ

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.

G5328

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: fah-rah-OH

Translations: Pharaoh

Notes: This word refers to the title of the ancient Egyptian kings. It is used to denote the ruler of Egypt, particularly in the context of the Old Testament and New Testament narratives, such as the Exodus story. It is indeclinable, meaning its form does not change regardless of its grammatical function in a sentence.

Inflection: Singular, Indeclinable

Etymology: The word Φαραώ (Pharaō) is a transliteration of the Hebrew פַּרְעֹה (parʿōh), which itself comes from the Egyptian pr-ꜥꜣ, meaning 'great house' or 'palace'. This term eventually became a title for the king.

G2962

Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective

Sounds like: KOO-ree-oss

Translations: Lord, a Lord, master, a master, owner, an owner, sir

Notes: This word refers to a person who has authority, control, or ownership over something or someone. It is frequently used in the New Testament to refer to God or Jesus Christ, signifying their supreme authority and sovereignty. It can also be used in a more general sense for a human master or owner.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΔΕΣΠΟΤΗΣ, ΑΥΘΕΝΤΗΣ

Etymology: The word ΚΥΡΙΟΣ derives from the Greek word κῦρος (kyros), meaning 'supreme power' or 'authority'. It signifies one who possesses power and authority, thus a lord or master.

G2474

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: Iss-rah-AYL

Translations: Israel

Notes: This word refers to Israel, which can denote the patriarch Jacob (who was renamed Israel), the nation descended from him, or the land occupied by that nation. It is used to refer to the people of God, the twelve tribes, or the northern kingdom of Israel as distinct from Judah. It is often used in contexts referring to the history, covenant, and identity of God's chosen people.

Inflection: Indeclinable

Etymology: The word is of Hebrew origin, meaning 'God strives' or 'he strives with God'. It was the new name given to Jacob after he wrestled with God (Genesis 32:28).

G3756

Part of Speech: Adverb, Particle

Sounds like: OOK

Translations: not, no

Notes: This word is a negative particle used to express absolute negation. It typically precedes verbs, adjectives, or adverbs to deny or contradict a statement. It is used when the negation is a statement of fact, as opposed to a hypothetical or willed negation. It has variant forms like οὐ (ou) before a consonant and οὐχ (ouch) before a rough breathing.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΜΉ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'not'. It is an ancient negative particle found in various Indo-European languages.

G1525

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ice-el-EU-ses-theh

Translations: you will enter, you will go in, you will come in

Notes: This word is a compound verb meaning 'to enter' or 'to go in'. It is formed from the preposition 'εἰς' (eis), meaning 'into' or 'to', and the verb 'ἔρχομαι' (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go'. It describes the action of moving into a place or situation. It is used here in the future tense, indicating an action that will happen.

Inflection: Second Person, Plural, Future, Indicative, Middle Voice

Synonyms: ΕἸΣΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ, ΕἸΣΒΑΙΝΩ

G1519

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: EES

Translations: into, to, for, unto, among, in, toward

Notes: This word is a preposition that primarily indicates motion towards or into something. It is always used with the accusative case, showing the destination or goal of an action. It can also express purpose, result, or the object of an action. For example, it is used to say 'go into the city' or 'believe into Christ'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: The word ΕἸΣ comes from Proto-Indo-European *en-s, which is a locative adverb meaning 'in, into'. It is related to the English word 'in'.

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.

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

G3694

Part of Speech: Adverb, Preposition

Sounds like: O-PI-so

Translations: behind, after, back, backward, afterwards

Notes: This word functions as an adverb meaning 'behind' or 'backwards', indicating direction or position. It can also be used as a preposition, typically with the genitive case, to mean 'behind' or 'after' in terms of place or time. For example, it can refer to following someone or something, or to events that occur later.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΠΙΣΘΕΝ, ΚΑΤΟΠΙΣΘΕΝ

Etymology: This word is derived from the Greek root *ὀπίς (opis), meaning 'back' or 'behind'.

G2853

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-kol-LAY-thay

Translations: was joined, was glued, cleaved, clung, stuck, was united

Notes: This word is the third person singular, aorist indicative passive form of the verb κολλάω (kolláō). It means to be joined, glued, or cemented together. It can also mean to cleave to, cling to, or be united with someone or something, often implying a close and lasting bond. It is used to describe both physical adhesion and metaphorical union.

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Aorist, Indicative, Passive

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΑΠΤΩ, ΠΡΟΣΚΟΛΛΑΩ

Etymology: The word κολλάω (kolláō) comes from κόλλα (kólla), meaning 'glue' or 'gum'.

G3588, G3778

Part of Speech: Definite Article, Demonstrative Pronoun, Particle

Sounds like: too

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter

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

G1096

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-geh-NEE-thay

Translations: was, became, happened, came to pass, occurred, was made

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist indicative passive (or deponent middle) form of the verb 'γίνομαι' (ginomai), meaning 'to become,' 'to happen,' 'to come into being,' or 'to be made.' It describes an action that occurred in the past, indicating a change of state or an event taking place. For example, it can be used to say 'he/she/it became' or 'it happened.'

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

Synonyms: ΣΥΜΒΑΙΝΩ, ΥΠΑΡΧΩ

G1722

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: en

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

Notes: This word is a common preposition in Koine Greek, primarily meaning 'in' or 'on'. It typically governs the dative case, indicating location, time, or means. Its precise translation can vary depending on the context, often conveying ideas like 'within,' 'among,' or 'by means of'.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a preposition, it governs cases but does not change its own form).

Etymology: The Koine Greek preposition 'ἘΝ' derives from the Proto-Indo-European root *en, meaning 'in' or 'into'. It has cognates in many other Indo-European languages, reflecting its ancient origin.

G2540

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: kahee-ROH

Translations: to time, to season, to opportunity, to a proper time, to a fixed time, to a due season, to a critical time

Notes: This word refers to a specific, opportune, or appointed time, often implying a critical or decisive moment. It is distinct from 'chronos' (χρόνος), which refers to chronological or sequential time. 'Kairos' emphasizes the qualitative aspect of time, focusing on the right or fitting moment for something to happen. It is used in contexts where a particular event or action is expected or appropriate.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΩΡΑ, ΧΡΟΝΟΣ

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.

G5046

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: TEH-li-ah

Translations: perfect, complete, mature, full-grown, an adult

Notes: This word describes something that is complete, perfect, or has reached its full potential or maturity. It can refer to a person who is fully developed or an action that is brought to its conclusion. It is often used in a moral or spiritual sense to denote perfection or completeness in character.

Inflection: Feminine, Nominative or Vocative, Singular

Synonyms: ΑΡΤΙΟΣ, ΟΛΟΚΛΗΡΟΣ

Etymology: From τέλος (telos), meaning 'end, goal, completion'. The adjective τέλειος thus refers to something that has reached its end or goal, hence 'complete' or 'perfect'.

G3326

Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb

Sounds like: MEH-tah

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΣΥΝ, ΟΠΙΣΩ

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

G2962

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KOO-ree-OO

Translations: of Lord, of the Lord, of God, of the Master

Notes: This word refers to a lord, master, or owner. In religious contexts, particularly in the Septuagint and New Testament, it is frequently used to refer to God or Jesus Christ, often as a title of reverence and authority. It can be used in sentences like 'the house of the Lord' or 'the word of the Lord'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΘΕΟΣ, ΔΕΣΠΟΤΗΣ

Etymology: The word ΚΥΡΙΟΣ (kyrios) derives from the root κῦρος (kyros), meaning 'power, authority'. It originally referred to someone who possessed authority or control, such as a master or owner, and later evolved to be used as a title for deities or rulers.

G2531

Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction

Sounds like: KAH-thohss

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΩΣ, ΚΑΘΑ

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

G1578

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eks-EK-lee-nan

Translations: turned aside, deviated, departed, avoided, shunned

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the verb κλίνω (klinō), meaning 'to incline' or 'to bend'. Together, it means to turn or bend away from something, to deviate, or to depart. It can also imply avoiding or shunning something. It is used to describe a physical turning away or a moral deviation from a path or principle.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΚΛΙΝΩ, ΕΚΤΡΕΠΩ, ΠΑΡΕΚΒΑΙΝΩ

Etymology: The word ΕΚΚΛΙΝΩ is derived from the preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the verb κλίνω (klinō), meaning 'to incline', 'to bend', or 'to lean'. The root κλίνω comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to lean' or 'to slope'.

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.

G5119

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: TOH-teh

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΠΕΙΤΑ, ΕΙΤΑ, ΟΥΝ

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

G3618

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: oh-koh-DOH-may-sen

Translations: built, constructed, erected

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb 'οἰκοδομέω' (oikodomeō), meaning 'to build' or 'to construct'. It describes an action that was completed in the past by a single subject. For example, 'he built' or 'she constructed'. It is a compound word formed from 'οἶκος' (oikos), meaning 'house', and 'δέμω' (demō), meaning 'to build'.

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

Synonyms: ΚΤΙΖΩ, ΕΓΕΙΡΩ, ΑΝΟΙΚΟΔΟΜΕΩ

Etymology: The word 'οἰκοδομέω' (oikodomeō) is a compound verb derived from 'οἶκος' (oikos), meaning 'house', and 'δέμω' (demō), meaning 'to build'. It literally means 'to build a house' and by extension, 'to build' or 'construct' in general.

G5308

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: oop-see-LON

Translations: high, lofty, exalted, tall, a high thing, a lofty thing

Notes: This word describes something that is physically high or tall, such as a mountain or a building. It can also be used metaphorically to describe something that is exalted, noble, or of high status, like a high position or a lofty thought. It functions as an adjective, modifying a noun.

Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑΝΩ, ΜΕΓΑΣ, ΕΞΟΧΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΥΨΗΛΟΣ (hypsēlos) comes from the Greek word ὕψος (hypsos), meaning 'height' or 'summit'. It is related to the concept of being elevated or raised up.

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.

G7952

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: as-TAR-tay

Translations: Astarte

Notes: Astarte is the name of a prominent goddess of fertility, sexuality, and war in the ancient Near East, worshipped by various Semitic peoples, including the Phoenicians and Canaanites. She is often associated with the Babylonian Ishtar and the Greek Aphrodite. In biblical contexts, her worship is frequently depicted as an abomination to the God of Israel.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Dative

Etymology: The name Astarte is derived from the Northwest Semitic goddess Ashtart, which is related to the Mesopotamian goddess Ishtar. Her worship was widespread throughout the ancient Near East.

G3956

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: pa-SAIS

Translations: to all, for all, with all, by all, all

Notes: This word means 'all', 'every', or 'whole'. It is used to indicate the totality or entirety of something. As an adjective, it agrees in gender, number, and case with the noun it modifies. In this form, it is used with feminine plural nouns in the dative case, often indicating the means, instrument, or indirect object.

Inflection: Dative, Plural, Feminine

Synonyms: ΟΛΟΣ, ΑΠΑΣ

Etymology: The word ΠΑΣ (pas) comes from Proto-Indo-European *peh₂- (to protect, pasture, feed). It developed into the sense of 'all' or 'every' in Greek.

G2370

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-thoo-MEE-ohn

Translations: to burn incense, to offer incense

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to burn incense' or 'to offer incense'. It is typically used in religious contexts, referring to the act of burning aromatic substances as an offering to a deity or idol. It describes the ritualistic act of making a fragrant offering, often as part of worship or sacrifice.

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

Synonyms: ΘΥΩ, ΠΡΟΣΦΕΡΩ

Etymology: The word θυμιάω (thymiaō) comes from θυμίαμα (thymiaō), meaning 'incense', which in turn is related to θύω (thyō), meaning 'to sacrifice' or 'to offer'. The root concept involves the act of burning or offering something, particularly with smoke or fragrance.

G2380

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EH-thoo-on

Translations: they sacrificed, they offered, they slew

Notes: This word is the third person plural imperfect active indicative form of the verb 'θύω' (thyo), meaning 'to sacrifice' or 'to offer'. It describes an action that was ongoing or repeated in the past, indicating that 'they were sacrificing' or 'they used to sacrifice'. It is commonly used in contexts related to religious offerings or the killing of animals for ritual purposes.

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΦΕΡΩ, ΑΝΑΦΕΡΩ

Etymology: The word θύω (thyo) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to rush, to rage, to smoke'. It developed in Greek to refer to the act of offering sacrifices, often involving smoke or fire.

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.

G4190

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: po-nee-RON

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

Notes: This word describes something as evil, wicked, or bad. It can be used as an adjective to modify a noun, or it can function as a noun itself, referring to an evil or wicked thing. It often implies something that is morally corrupt, harmful, or causing distress.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΚΑΚΟΣ, ΦΑΥΛΟΣ, ΑΝΟΜΟΣ

Etymology: The word comes from the Greek word πόνος (ponos), meaning 'toil, labor, distress, pain', suggesting something that causes pain or is the result of painful effort, thus leading to the meaning of 'evil' or 'wicked'.

G1799

Part of Speech: Adverb, Preposition

Sounds like: en-OH-pee-on

Translations: before, in the presence of, in the sight of, (of) before, (of) in the presence of, (of) in the sight of

Notes: This word functions as an adverb meaning 'before' or 'in the presence of'. It can also be used as a preposition with the genitive case, meaning 'in the presence of' or 'in the sight of' someone or something. It often conveys the idea of being directly in front of, or under the observation of, another.

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

Synonyms: ἘΜΠΡΟΣΘΕΝ, ΚΑΤΕΝΩΠΙΟΝ

Etymology: This word is a compound formed from the preposition ἘΝ (en, meaning 'in') and the noun ὬΨ (ōps, meaning 'face' or 'eye'). It literally means 'in the face of' or 'in the sight of'.

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.

G1909

Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb

Sounds like: eh-PEE

Translations: on, upon, over, to, against, at, in, for, concerning, during, by, beside, near, among, with respect to

Notes: This is a very common and versatile preposition in Koine Greek. Its meaning changes significantly depending on the case of the noun it governs. With the genitive case, it often means 'upon, over, on, at, in the time of, during, concerning, in the presence of'. With the dative case, it can mean 'upon, on, at, by, near, beside, in, for, in addition to, on the basis of, because of, in the time of, during, in the presence of, against'. With the accusative case, it typically means 'upon, on, to, against, over, for, with a view to, at, by, during, in the time of'. It can also function as an adverb meaning 'upon, besides, in addition'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: The word ἘΠΙ comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is related to similar prepositions in other Indo-European languages, conveying ideas of 'on, upon, over'.

G3754

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Relative Pronoun

Sounds like: OH-tee

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΟΤΙ, ΕΠΕΙ, ΓΑΡ

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

G3708

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: oph-THEN-tos

Translations: having appeared, having been seen, who appeared, who was seen, of the one who appeared, of the one who was seen

Notes: This word is the genitive singular masculine/neuter form of the aorist passive participle of the verb 'to see' (ὁράω). It describes someone or something that has been seen or has appeared. It often functions like a relative clause, meaning 'the one who was seen' or 'the one who appeared'. In a sentence, it would modify a noun in the genitive case, indicating possession or relationship, such as 'of the one who appeared'.

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

Synonyms: ΦΑΝΕΝΤΟΣ, ΔΕΙΧΘΕΝΤΟΣ

Etymology: The verb ὁράω (horao) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to see'. It is related to Latin 'video' and English 'wit' or 'vision'.

G1781

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: en-TEI-la-me-no

Translations: (to) having commanded, (to) having given a charge, (to) having enjoined

Notes: This word is an aorist middle participle, meaning 'having commanded' or 'having given a charge'. It is used to describe someone who has previously issued a command or instruction. As a dative participle, it often indicates the recipient of an action or the person to whom something is done, in this case, 'to the one who commanded' or 'to him having commanded'.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Neuter, Aorist, Middle Voice

Synonyms: ΚΕΛΕΥΣΑΣ, ΠΡΟΣΤΑΞΑΣ

Etymology: The word ἐντέλλω (entellō) comes from the prefix ἐν (en), meaning 'in' or 'on', and τέλλω (tellō), meaning 'to accomplish' or 'to bring to an end'. Thus, it originally conveyed the idea of bringing something to completion or imposing a task upon someone.

G5228

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: hoo-PER

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΠΙ, ΠΕΡΙ, ΑΝΤΙ

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

G3056

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: LOH-goo

Translations: of word, of account, of reason, of speech, of message, of saying, of statement, of report, of matter, of thing

Notes: This word refers to a word, speech, discourse, or a divine utterance. It can also mean an account, reason, or a matter/thing. In its genitive form, as seen here, it indicates possession or origin, often translated with 'of'. It is frequently used in contexts relating to communication, divine revelation, or logical reasoning.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΡΗΜΑ, ΜΥΘΟΣ, ΕΠΟΣ

G3843

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: pa-ra-PAN

Translations: altogether, entirely, at all, completely, utterly, by any means

Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'altogether' or 'entirely'. It is often used to emphasize a negative statement, translating to 'not at all' or 'by no means'. It can also mean 'completely' or 'utterly' in affirmative contexts, indicating the full extent of something.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΛΩΣ, ΠΑΝΤΩΣ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek παρά (pará, "beside, by") + πᾶν (pân, "all"). It literally means 'by all' or 'in all respects'.

G2087

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: EH-teh-ROHN

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

Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the adjective 'heteros', meaning 'other' or 'another'. It often implies a difference in kind or quality, distinguishing it from 'allos' which means 'another of the same kind'. It is used to refer to things or people that are distinct or different from those previously mentioned or understood.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine, Feminine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΑΛΛΩΝ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is related to the Latin word 'alter' (other, another).

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.

G2316

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: THEH-os

Translations: God, a God, Lord

Notes: ΘΕΟΣ (theos) is a singular noun meaning 'God' or 'a god'. In Koine Greek, it is frequently used to refer to the singular, supreme God, often with the definite article. It can also refer to a generic deity or even a human figure considered divine. It functions as a subject or object in sentences, depending on its case.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΚΥΡΙΟΣ, ΠΑΤΗΡ

Etymology: The word ΘΕΟΣ is believed to derive from a Proto-Indo-European root, though its precise origin is debated. It has cognates in various Indo-European languages.

G3761

Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction

Sounds like: OOD

Translations: not, no, nor, neither, not even

Notes: This word is a negative particle used to express absolute negation. It is often used in combination with other negative words to strengthen the negation, such as in the phrase "οὐ μή" (ou mē), which conveys a strong, emphatic negation, often translated as "never" or "by no means." It can also function as a conjunction meaning "nor" or "neither," connecting two negative clauses or ideas.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΥ̓, ΜΗ

Etymology: From the negative particle οὐ (ou) and the particle δέ (de), meaning 'but' or 'and'. It emphasizes the negation.

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.

G4314

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: PROSS

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΕΙΣ, ΕΠΙ, ΠΑΡΑ

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

G0444

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: AN-throh-poss (for the full word)

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

Notes: This word appears to be a truncated or abbreviated form of the Koine Greek word ἈΝΘΡΩΠΟΣ (anthrōpos), meaning 'man,' 'human,' or 'person.' It is not a complete word in itself and would typically be seen as a misspelling or an intentional abbreviation in certain contexts, such as ancient manuscripts where space was limited. It refers to a human being, male or female, and can also refer to humanity in general.

Inflection: Masculine, Singular or Plural (truncated form)

Synonyms: ΒΡΟΤΟΣ, ΑΝΗΡ

G1096

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-GEH-neh-toh

Translations: it happened, it came to pass, it became, it was, it came into being

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist indicative middle/passive of the verb γίνομαι (ginomai). It signifies an event that occurred or a state that came into existence in the past. It is frequently used to introduce a new event or development in a narrative, often translated as 'it happened' or 'it came to pass'. It can also describe something becoming or being made into something else.

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

Synonyms: ΕΙΜΙ, ΥΠΑΡΧΩ

G5442

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-foo-LAX-ass

Translations: you guarded, you kept, you observed, you preserved

Notes: This word means to guard, keep, observe, or preserve. It is often used in the context of keeping laws, commandments, or promises, or guarding something valuable. It can also refer to protecting someone or something from harm. The form ἘΦΥΛΑΞΑΣ indicates an action that was completed in the past by a single person, specifically 'you'.

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

Synonyms: ΤΗΡΕΩ, ΔΙΑΦΥΛΑΣΣΩ, ΠΑΡΑΦΥΛΑΣΣΩ

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.

G4368

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pros-TAG-ma-ta

Translations: commandments, ordinances, decrees, statutes

Notes: This word refers to a command, ordinance, or decree, often one issued by an authority. It is a compound word derived from the preposition ΠΡΟΣ (pros), meaning 'to' or 'towards', and the verb ΤΑΣΣΩ (tassō), meaning 'to arrange' or 'to order'. In its plural form, it typically refers to a set of rules or laws, such as divine commandments or legal statutes.

Inflection: Plural, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΕΝΤΟΛΑΙ, ΔΙΚΑΙΩΜΑΤΑ, ΝΟΜΟΙ

Etymology: The word ΠΡΟΣΤΑΓΜΑ is derived from the verb προστάσσω (prostassō), meaning 'to command' or 'to order'. This verb itself is formed from the preposition πρός (pros), meaning 'to' or 'towards', and τάσσω (tassō), meaning 'to arrange' or 'to order'.

G1781

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: en-teh-LAH-mayn

Translations: I commanded, I instructed, I charged, I ordered

Notes: This word means to command, instruct, or give an order. It is used to express the act of issuing a directive or a charge to someone. It implies a formal or authoritative instruction.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle, Indicative, 1st Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΚΕΛΕΥΩ, ΠΡΟΣΤΑΤΤΩ, ΔΙΑΤΑΣΣΩ

Etymology: The word ΕΝΤΕΛΛΟΜΑΙ is a compound word formed from the preposition ΕΝ (en), meaning 'in' or 'on', and the verb ΤΕΛΛΩ (tellō), meaning 'to accomplish' or 'to bring to an end'. Thus, it originally conveyed the idea of 'to put an end to something' or 'to complete something', evolving into the sense of giving a command to ensure something is done.

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.

G1284

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: dee-ar-RAYS-sone

Translations: tearing, rending, bursting, breaking, splitting

Notes: This word describes the action of tearing, rending, or bursting something apart. It implies a forceful and often violent separation or breaking. It is used to describe actions like tearing clothes as a sign of grief or distress, or a demon breaking chains.

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

Synonyms: ΡΗΓΝΥΜΙ, ΣΧΙΖΩ, ΛΥΩ

Etymology: The word ΔΙΑΡΡΗΣΣΩ (diarrhēssō) is a compound word formed from the preposition ΔΙΑ (dia), meaning 'through' or 'apart,' and the verb ΡΗΓΝΥΜΙ (rhēgnymi), meaning 'to break' or 'to burst.'

G1284

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-ar-RAYK-soh

Translations: I will tear apart, I will break open, I will burst asunder, I will rend, I will split

Notes: This word means to tear, break, or burst something completely apart, often with force or violence. It is a compound word formed from the preposition διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'apart', and ῥήγνυμι (rhēgnumi), meaning 'to break' or 'to tear'. It is used to describe the forceful separation or destruction of something, such as tearing garments, breaking chains, or bursting open a barrier.

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

Synonyms: ΡΗΓΝΥΜΙ, ΣΧΙΖΩ, ΛΥΩ

G5495

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KHEI-ross

Translations: of hand, of a hand, of the hand, of power, of authority, of control

Notes: This is the genitive singular form of the noun 'χείρ' (cheir), meaning 'hand'. In Koine Greek, 'hand' can refer not only to the physical limb but also metaphorically to power, authority, control, or agency. When used in the genitive case, it often indicates possession, origin, or the agent by which something is done, thus translating to 'of hand' or 'by the hand of'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΥΝΑΜΙΣ, ΕΞΟΥΣΙΑ

Etymology: The word 'χείρ' (cheir) comes from Proto-Indo-European *ǵʰesr-, meaning 'hand'. It is related to words for hand in other Indo-European languages.

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.

G1396

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: DOO-loh

Translations: to enslave, to make a slave, to bring into bondage, to subject, to reduce to servitude

Notes: This verb means to enslave, to bring someone or something into a state of servitude or bondage. It describes the act of making someone a slave or subjecting them to another's will. It can be used in both a literal sense of physical slavery and a figurative sense of being subject to a principle, sin, or another's authority.

Inflection: First Person Singular, Present Active Indicative; or Dative Singular, Masculine or Neuter, Participle; or Dative Singular, Feminine, Participle

Synonyms: ΥΠΟΤΑΣΣΩ, ΔΟΥΛΕΥΩ

Etymology: The word ΔΟΥΛΟΩ (douloō) is derived from the noun ΔΟΥΛΟΣ (doulos), meaning 'slave' or 'bondservant'. It signifies the act of making someone into a δούλος.

G4133

Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction, Preposition

Sounds like: PLAYN

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΑΛΛΑ, ΕΙ ΜΗ, ΧΩΡΙΣ

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

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'.

G2983

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: LEEM-psoh-mai

Translations: I will take, I will receive, I will get, I will seize, I will obtain

Notes: This word is the first person singular future middle/passive indicative form of the verb 'λαμβάνω' (lambanō), meaning 'to take' or 'to receive'. It indicates an action that the speaker will perform in the future, often with the nuance of taking something for oneself or receiving something. It can be used in various contexts, such as taking an object, receiving a gift, or seizing control.

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

Synonyms: ΚΟΜΙΖΩ, ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΑΤΑΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ

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'.

G1401

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: DOO-lon

Translations: slave, a slave, servant, a servant

Notes: This word refers to a slave or a servant. In ancient contexts, a 'slave' was someone who was owned by another person and compelled to serve them, often without pay. A 'servant' could be a broader term, sometimes referring to someone who willingly serves another, often in a position of humility or devotion, such as a servant of God. It is often used to describe a person in a position of subservience or obedience.

Inflection: Singular, Masculine, Accusative

Synonyms: ΘΕΡΑΠΩΝ, ΥΠΗΡΕΤΗΣ

G4172

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: POH-lin

Translations: city, a city

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

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

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

G1453

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ee-GAY-ren

Translations: he raised, she raised, it raised, he lifted, she lifted, it lifted, he woke, she woke, it woke, he stirred up, she stirred up, it stirred up

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to raise,' 'to lift up,' 'to awaken,' or 'to stir up.' It is used to describe an action performed by a single subject in the past, such as raising a person from sleep or death, lifting an object, or causing something to begin or intensify.

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Aorist Indicative Active

Synonyms: ΑΝΙΣΤΗΜΙ, ΕΞΕΓΕΙΡΩ, ΥΨΟΩ

Etymology: The word ΕΓΕΙΡΩ comes from an ancient root meaning 'to rouse' or 'to awaken.' It is related to the idea of causing something to rise or stand up.

G4567

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: sah-TAN

Translations: Satan, an adversary, the adversary

Notes: This word refers to Satan, the devil, who is considered the chief adversary of God and humanity. It can also refer more generally to any adversary or opponent. In the New Testament, it is primarily used as a proper name for the devil.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΔΙΑΒΟΛΟΣ, ΒΕΕΛΖΕΒΟΥΛ, ΒΕΛΙΑΡ

Etymology: The word is of Hebrew origin, from the Hebrew word 'satan' (שָׂטָן), meaning 'adversary' or 'accuser'. It was transliterated directly into Greek.

G706

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: AH-der

Translations: Hadar, Ader

Notes: This is a proper noun, referring to a male personal name. It appears in the Old Testament, specifically in the Septuagint, referring to a king of Edom or a descendant of Ishmael. It is used as a subject or object in sentences, much like any other proper name.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Masculine

Etymology: The name 'Ader' is of Hebrew origin, derived from the Hebrew name 'Hadar' (הֲדַר), meaning 'honor' or 'splendor'. It is transliterated into Greek as 'Ader' in the Septuagint.

G1663

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: eh-lee-AH-dah-eh

Translations: Eliada, of Eliada

Notes: This is a proper noun, referring to a male personal name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'God knows' or 'God has known'. It is used to identify a specific individual. In the provided context, it appears in the genitive case, indicating possession or origin, as in 'son of Eliada'. The spelling 'ἘΛΙΑΔΑΕ' is an unusual transliteration of the Hebrew name, and it is possible it is a variant spelling or a scribal error for the more common Greek forms like 'ἘΛΙΑΔΑ' or 'ἘΛΙΑΔΑΣ'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Etymology: The name 'Eliada' is of Hebrew origin (אֶלְיָדָע, 'Elyada'), meaning 'God knows' or 'God has known'. It is composed of 'El' (God) and 'yada' (to know).

G4867

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soon-ay-THROY-sthay-san

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

Notes: This is a compound verb meaning 'to gather together' or 'to assemble'. It describes a group of people or things coming together in one place. The prefix 'συν-' (syn-) means 'with' or 'together', and the root 'ἀθροίζω' (athroizō) means 'to gather'. This form indicates that the action was performed by a group in the past.

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

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΑΓΩ, ΣΥΝΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΑΘΡΟΙΖΩ

Etymology: From the prefix 'συν-' (syn-), meaning 'with' or 'together', and 'ἀθροίζω' (athroizō), meaning 'to gather', which itself comes from 'ἀθρόος' (athroos), meaning 'crowded, in a mass'.

G1909

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: ep

Translations: on, upon, over, to, against, at, in, for, by, before, among, concerning, with

Notes: This word is a preposition, often used as a prefix in compound words. It is a shortened form of the preposition ἘΠΙ (epi), which loses its final vowel when the next word begins with a vowel and a rough breathing mark. Its precise meaning varies significantly depending on the case of the noun it governs: with the genitive, it often means 'on, upon, over' (of place) or 'at, during' (of time); with the dative, it can mean 'on, at, by' (of place), 'in addition to', or 'for, because of'; and with the accusative, it typically means 'to, toward, against' (of motion) or 'over, upon' (of extent).

Inflection: Does not inflect (preposition)

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ὙΠΕΡ, ΠΑΡΑ

Etymology: The word ἘΠΙ (epi) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'on, at, near'.

G0758

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: AR-khone

Translations: ruler, a ruler, prince, chief, magistrate, official, leader

Notes: This word refers to a person in a position of authority or leadership. It can denote a ruler, a prince, a chief, or any high-ranking official or magistrate. It is used to describe someone who holds power or has a prominent role in a community or government.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΗΓΕΜΩΝ, ΚΥΡΙΟΣ, ΒΑΣΙΛΕΥΣ

Etymology: From the verb ἄρχω (archō), meaning 'to rule, to begin'. It refers to one who is first or who leads.

G4964

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: sys-TREM-mah-tos

Translations: of a band, of a company, of a body, of a conspiracy, of a plot

Notes: This word is a compound noun, formed from the prefix 'συν-' (syn-), meaning 'with' or 'together,' and 'στρέμμα' (stremma), meaning 'a twist' or 'a coil.' It refers to a group of people gathered together, often with a common purpose, which can be neutral (a company, a band) or negative (a conspiracy, a plot). It describes a compact or closely knit body of individuals.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Neuter

Synonyms: ΣΥΣΤΑΣΙΣ, ΣΥΝΟΔΙΑ, ΣΥΜΠΛΟΚΗ

G4291

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pro-ka-te-LA-be-to

Translations: he seized beforehand, he took possession of, he occupied, he anticipated, he surprised

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the prefixes πρό (pro, 'before') and κατά (kata, 'down, completely') and the verb λαμβάνω (lambanō, 'to take, seize'). It means to seize or take possession of something beforehand, to anticipate an action, or to surprise someone by acting first. It implies securing something before others can, or taking control of a situation preemptively.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΚΑΤΕΧΩ

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.

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).

G5134

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: trow-mah-TEE-as

Translations: wounded person, a wounded person, casualty, a casualty

Notes: This word refers to a person who has suffered a wound or injury. It is commonly used to describe someone who has been injured in battle or an accident, often implying a serious physical harm. It functions as a noun in a sentence, designating the individual who is wounded.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΤΕΤΡΩΜΕΝΟΣ, ΠΕΠΛΗΓΜΕΝΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΤΡΑΥΜΑΤΙΑΣ (traumatias) is derived from the Greek word ΤΡΑΥΜΑ (trauma), meaning 'wound' or 'injury'. The suffix -ίας indicates a person associated with or characterized by the root noun.

G3956

Part of Speech: Adjective, Pronoun

Sounds like: PAN

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΟΛΟΣ, ΑΠΑΣ

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

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'.

G3376, G3403

Part of Speech: Noun, Proper Noun

Sounds like: MAY-nas

Translations: month, a month, Manasseh

Notes: This word can refer to a 'month,' which is a period of time, typically one of the twelve divisions of the year. It can also be a proper noun, 'Manasseh,' referring to a specific person, such as a king of Judah or a tribe of Israel. The context of the sentence determines which meaning is intended.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΜΗΝ, ΜΑΝΑΣΣΗΣ

Etymology: The word for 'month' (ΜΗΝΑΣ) comes from an ancient root referring to the moon, as months were originally lunar cycles. The proper noun 'Manasseh' (ΜΗΝΑΣ) is a transliteration of a Hebrew name, meaning 'causing to forget'.

G2521

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-NEH-kah-thay-toh

Translations: was sitting, sat, remained, stayed

Notes: This word is an inflected form of the verb 'κάθημαι' (kathēmai), meaning 'to sit' or 'to be seated'. In the imperfect tense, as seen here, it describes an ongoing or repeated action in the past, or a state of being in the past. It can mean 'was sitting', 'sat', 'remained', or 'stayed', often implying a prolonged period of being in a particular place or state.

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

Synonyms: ΜΕΝΩ, ΚΑΘΙΖΩ

G3956

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: PAS

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

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

Inflection: Masculine, Singular, Nominative

Synonyms: ΟΛΟΣ, ΑΠΑΣ

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

G2193

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb, Preposition

Sounds like: EH-ohs

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΜΕΧΡΙ, ΑΧΡΙ, ΠΡΙΝ

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

G1842

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eks-oh-LEH-thre-oo-sen

Translations: destroyed, utterly destroyed, exterminated, rooted out

Notes: This word means to utterly destroy, exterminate, or root out completely. It implies a total and decisive destruction, often with the sense of leaving nothing behind. It is used to describe the complete annihilation of people, things, or even abstract concepts.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΛΛΥΜΙ, ΑΦΑΝΙΖΩ, ΚΑΤΑΛΥΩ

Etymology: The word ΕΞΟΛΟΘΡΕΥΩ is a compound word formed from the preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the verb ὀλοθρεύω (olothreuo), meaning 'to destroy' or 'to slay'. The combination emphasizes a complete and thorough destruction.

G0646

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-PEH-drah

Translations: fled, ran away, escaped

Notes: This is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb ἀποδιδράσκω, meaning 'to flee from' or 'to run away'. It describes an action of escaping or taking flight that occurred in the past. It is often used to describe someone who has escaped from danger, captivity, or a difficult situation.

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

Synonyms: ΦΕΥΓΩ, ΔΙΔΡΑΣΚΩ

Etymology: The word ἀποδιδράσκω is a compound verb formed from the prefix ἀπο- (apo-), meaning 'away from', and the verb διδράσκω (didraskō), meaning 'to run' or 'to flee'.

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: ow-TOS

Translations: he, she, it, they, him, her, it, them, himself, herself, itself, themselves, same, very

Notes: ΑΥ̓ΤΟΣ is a versatile word in Koine Greek. As a third-person pronoun, it translates to 'he, she, it' or 'they' in the nominative case, and 'him, her, it' or 'them' in other cases. When used intensively, often in the nominative or immediately following the noun, it means 'himself, herself, itself, themselves' or 'even, very'. When used as an adjective with the definite article (e.g., 'ὁ αὐτὸς'), it means 'the same'. Its meaning depends on its grammatical function and position in the sentence.

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

Synonyms: ΟΥ̓ΤΟΣ, ἘΚΕΙΝΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΑΥ̓ΤΟΣ is of uncertain origin, possibly from a pronominal stem *au- or *aw-.

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.

G2489

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ee-doo-MAI-oy

Translations: Idumaeans, Edomites

Notes: This word refers to the Idumaeans, a people group descended from Esau (also known as Edom). They inhabited the region of Idumaea, which was south of Judea. In ancient texts, they are often mentioned in historical and geographical contexts, particularly in relation to the Israelites.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Vocative, Masculine

Etymology: The word "ἸΔΟΥΜΑΙΟΙ" is derived from the Hebrew name "Edom" (אֱדוֹם), referring to Esau and his descendants, and the land they inhabited. The Greek form reflects this Semitic origin.

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'.

G1525

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eis-EL-thon

Translations: they entered, they came in, they went in

Notes: This word is the aorist form of the verb 'to enter' or 'to come in'. It describes an action of moving into a place or situation that occurred in the past. It is used to indicate that a group of people or things performed the action of entering.

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

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΥΠΑΓΩ

Etymology: The word ΕἸΣΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ is a compound verb formed from the preposition ΕἸΣ (eis), meaning 'into' or 'to', and the verb ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go'. ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ itself comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to move'.

G3398

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun, Adverb

Sounds like: mee-KRON

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΟΛΙΓΟΣ, ΒΡΑΧΥΣ

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

G0450

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-nis-TAN-tai

Translations: they rise up, they stand up, they arise, they are raised up

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἀνά (aná), meaning 'up' or 'again', and the verb ἵστημι (hístēmi), meaning 'to stand' or 'to cause to stand'. In its present tense, it means 'to rise up', 'to stand up', or 'to arise'. It can be used to describe people getting up from a seated or lying position, or to refer to the emergence or appearance of something or someone. In the passive voice, it can mean 'to be raised up'.

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

Synonyms: ἘΓΕΙΡΟΝΤΑΙ, ἈΝΙΣΤΑΝΤΕΣ, ὈΡΘΟΥΝΤΑΙ

G2983

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: lam-BAH-noo-sin

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΟΜΙΖΩ, ΑΙΡΕΩ

G2064

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ER-khon-tai

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

Notes: This word is a verb of motion, meaning 'to come' or 'to go'. It describes the action of moving from one place to another, often implying arrival or departure. It is used to indicate that a group of people or things are in the process of moving or arriving.

Inflection: Third person plural, Present, Indicative, Middle or Passive Voice

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΒΑΙΝΩ, ΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ comes from an ancient Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to move' or 'to go'. It has cognates in many other Indo-European languages.

G1525

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eis-EEL-then

Translations: entered, went in, came in, came into, went into

Notes: This is a verb meaning 'to enter' or 'to go/come in'. It describes the action of moving from an outside location to an inside one. It is often used to indicate arrival or penetration into a place or state.

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

Synonyms: ΕΙΣΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ, ΕΙΣΒΑΙΝΩ, ΕΙΣΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word εἰσέρχομαι (eiserchomai) is a compound verb formed from the preposition εἰς (eis), meaning 'into' or 'to', and the verb ἔρχομαι (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go'.

G1299

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-eh-TAH-xen

Translations: he commanded, she commanded, it commanded, he ordered, she ordered, it ordered, he arranged, she arranged, it arranged, he appointed, she appointed, it appointed

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb 'διατάσσω' (diatassō). It means to arrange, appoint, command, or give orders. It describes an action that was completed in the past, often with a sense of authority or definitive action. For example, it can be used to say 'he commanded them' or 'he arranged the troops'.

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

Synonyms: ΕΝΤΕΛΛΟΜΑΙ, ΠΡΟΣΤΑΤΤΩ, ΚΕΛΕΥΩ

Etymology: The word διατάσσω (diatassō) is a compound word formed from the preposition διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'apart', and the verb τάσσω (tassō), meaning 'to arrange' or 'to put in order'. Thus, it conveys the idea of arranging thoroughly or giving a detailed order.

G5485

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KHA-rin

Translations: grace, favor, kindness, thanks, a grace, a favor, a kindness, a thanks

Notes: This word refers to grace, favor, or kindness, often implying a divine or unmerited gift. It can also mean thanks or gratitude. In its accusative form, as seen in ΧΑΡΙΝ, it often functions as the direct object of a verb, such as 'to find favor' or 'to give thanks'. It can also be used in adverbial phrases meaning 'for the sake of' or 'on account of'.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΕΥΝΟΙΑ, ΔΩΡΟΝ, ΕΥΧΑΡΙΣΤΙΑ

Etymology: The word ΧΑΡΙΣ (charis) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *ǵʰer- meaning 'to desire, to like'. It is related to words signifying joy, delight, and goodwill.

G1727

Part of Speech: Adjective, Adverb, Preposition

Sounds like: eh-NAN-tee-on

Translations: opposite, contrary, hostile, in the presence of, before, against, an opposite thing

Notes: This word can function as an adjective, an adverb, or a preposition. As an adjective, it describes something as being opposite or contrary. As an adverb, it means 'opposite' or 'over against'. When used as a preposition, it typically takes the genitive case and means 'in the presence of', 'before', or 'against'. It denotes a position or action in opposition to or in front of something or someone.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ἈΝΤΙ, ΚΑΤΑ

Etymology: The word ἘΝΑΝΤΙΟΣ is a compound word formed from the preposition ἘΝ (in) and ἈΝΤΙΟΣ (opposite, facing).

G0080

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-del-FEN

Translations: sister, a sister

Notes: This word refers to a female sibling. It is a compound word formed from the prefix 'ἀ-' (a-, meaning 'together' or 'same') and 'δελφύς' (delphys, meaning 'womb'), literally meaning 'from the same womb'. It is used to denote a biological sister, or metaphorically, a fellow believer or a close female companion.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Etymology: The word ἀδελφή (adelphē) is derived from ἀδελφός (adelphos), which is a compound of the copulative prefix ἀ- (a-, 'together' or 'same') and δελφύς (delphys, 'womb'). Thus, it literally means 'from the same womb'.

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: theh-keh-MEI-nas

Translations: Thekeminas

Notes: This word is a proper noun, likely a personal name. It appears to be a transliteration of a foreign name into Koine Greek, possibly Egyptian or another Semitic language, given the context of the example usage which seems to refer to a narrative involving Pharaoh. As a proper noun, it refers to a specific individual.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Genitive, Feminine

Etymology: This word is a transliteration of a foreign proper name into Koine Greek. Its ultimate etymology is not Greek and is not readily available.

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: the-keh-MEH-ee-nah

Translations: Thekemeina

Notes: This word appears to be a proper noun, likely a personal name, specifically a female name. It is not a standard Koine Greek word found in common lexicons or the New Testament. Its usage in the provided context suggests it refers to a specific individual. It is possible it is a transliteration of a foreign name into Greek.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Genitive

Etymology: The etymology of this name is unknown, as it does not appear to be a native Greek word. It is likely a transliteration of a foreign name, possibly Egyptian or Hebrew, into Greek.

G2837

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: keh-koy-MEE-tai

Translations: has fallen asleep, is sleeping, has died, is dead

Notes: This word is the perfect tense, middle or passive voice, third person singular form of the verb 'κοιμάω' (koimaō). It literally means 'to have fallen asleep' or 'to be sleeping'. In many contexts, especially in the New Testament, it is used as a euphemism for 'to have died' or 'to be dead', particularly referring to the death of believers, implying a temporary state before resurrection. It describes a completed action with ongoing results.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΘΝΗΣΚΩ, ΤΕΘΝΗΚΑ

Etymology: The word κοιμάω (koimaō) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to lie down' or 'to rest'. It is related to words for 'bed' or 'sleeping place'.

G1093

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: GAYN

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΧΩΡΑ, ΓΕΑ

G5100

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: TEE-nee

Translations: to/for someone, to/for something, by someone, by something, with someone, with something, in what, to what, by what, a certain one, a certain thing, (to) what, (to) whom, (to) which

Notes: ΤΙΝΙ is the dative singular form of the indefinite and interrogative pronoun ΤΙΣ. As an indefinite pronoun, it means 'someone,' 'something,' 'a certain one,' or 'a certain thing,' indicating an unspecified person or object. As an interrogative pronoun, it means 'to whom,' 'to what,' 'by whom,' or 'by what,' asking about the recipient or agent of an action. Its meaning depends on the context, often indicating an indirect object or an instrument.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, All genders

Synonyms: ΤΙΣ, ΟΣΤΙΣ

G1642

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-LAHT-toh-neh

Translations: be less, be inferior, lack, diminish, decrease

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to be less, to be inferior, or to lack something. It can also mean to diminish or decrease. It is used to describe a state of being deficient or falling short in quantity, quality, or status. For example, one might 'lack' a certain amount, or something might 'diminish' over time.

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Present Indicative, Active Voice

Synonyms: ΜΕΙΟΩ, ΥΣΤΕΡΕΩ

Etymology: The word ἐλαττονέω (elattoneō) is derived from the adjective ἐλάττων (elattōn), meaning 'less' or 'smaller'. This adjective is the comparative form of μικρός (mikros), meaning 'small'.

G1821

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: eks-ah-pos-TEL-lohn

Translations: sending out, dispatching, releasing, one who sends out

Notes: This word is the present active participle of the verb ἐξαποστέλλω, meaning 'to send out' or 'to dispatch'. It describes an ongoing action of sending someone or something away, often with a specific purpose or mission. It can refer to a person who is in the act of sending or dispatching.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine, Present Active Participle

Synonyms: ἈΠΟΣΤΕΛΛΩ, ΠΕΜΠΩ

Etymology: The word ἐξαποστέλλω is a compound verb formed from three parts: ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of'; ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from'; and στέλλω (stellō), meaning 'to send' or 'to prepare'. The combination emphasizes the action of sending something or someone forth from a place.

G0390

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-nes-TREP-sen

Translations: returned, turned back, turned around, overturned, overthrew, conducted oneself, behaved

Notes: This is a verb meaning to turn back, return, or to turn around. It can also mean to overturn or overthrow something. In a figurative sense, it can refer to one's conduct or behavior, meaning to conduct oneself or behave in a certain way. It is a compound word formed from the preposition ἀνά (ana), meaning 'up' or 'back', and the verb στρέφω (strephō), meaning 'to turn'.

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

Synonyms: ἘΠΙΣΤΡΕΦΩ, ὙΠΟΣΤΡΕΦΩ

Etymology: The word ἀναστρέφω (anastrephō) is formed from the prefix ἀνά (ana), meaning 'up' or 'back', and the verb στρέφω (strephō), meaning 'to turn'. It implies a turning motion, either literally or figuratively, often indicating a return or a change in direction or state.

G0926

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-bah-roo-thoo-MEH-sen

Translations: he was grieved, he was disheartened, he was distressed, he was annoyed, he was vexed

Notes: This verb describes a state of being heavy-hearted, grieved, or greatly distressed. It implies a deep emotional burden or annoyance. It is used to describe someone who is deeply troubled or disheartened by a situation.

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

Synonyms: ΛΥΠΕΩ, ΣΤΕΝΑΖΩ, ΑΘΥΜΕΩ

Etymology: From βαρύς (barýs, "heavy") and θυμός (thymós, "spirit, passion"). It literally means to have a 'heavy spirit' or 'heavy heart'.

G2426

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ee-eh-roh-bo-AM

Translations: Jeroboam

Notes: Jeroboam was the name of two kings of ancient Israel. The first Jeroboam was the first king of the northern Kingdom of Israel after the split from the Kingdom of Judah. He reigned for 22 years and is often depicted negatively in the biblical narrative for introducing idolatry. The second Jeroboam, Jeroboam II, was also a king of Israel who reigned much later and brought a period of prosperity.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Genitive, Dative, or Accusative. Proper nouns do not inflect for gender.

Etymology: From Hebrew יָרָבְעָם (Yarob'am), meaning 'the people contend' or 'he contends for the people'.

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.

G2188

Part of Speech: Adjective, Proper Noun

Sounds like: ef-ra-THEY

Translations: Ephrathite, of Ephrath, to Ephrath, from Ephrath

Notes: This word refers to someone or something from Ephrath, a place in ancient Israel. It can function as an adjective describing origin or as a proper noun referring to an inhabitant of Ephrath. In the provided context, it describes a person's origin.

Inflection: Singular, Masculine, Nominative

Etymology: The word is derived from the Hebrew name Ephrath (אֶפְרָת), which refers to an ancient place in Judah, often associated with Bethlehem.

G1401

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: DOO-los

Translations: servant, a servant, slave, a slave, bondservant, a bondservant

Notes: The word "δούλος" (doulos) refers to a servant, slave, or bondservant. In ancient Greek society, a δούλος was typically someone who was the property of another, lacking personal rights and serving their master. However, in a religious context, it can also denote a devoted servant of God, emphasizing willing submission and loyalty rather than forced servitude.

Inflection: Singular, Masculine, Nominative

Synonyms: ΘΕΡΑΠΩΝ, ΥΠΗΡΕΤΗΣ

Etymology: The word "δούλος" is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek. It is thought to be related to the concept of being bound or enslaved.

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.

G4229

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PRAG-ma

Translations: thing, a thing, matter, deed, business, affair, event

Notes: This word refers to a 'thing' in a general sense, encompassing objects, events, actions, or matters. It can denote a concrete object, an abstract concept, a legal or business affair, or an accomplished deed. It is a neuter noun.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΕΡΓΟΝ, ΧΡΗΜΑ, ΥΠΟΘΕΣΙΣ

Etymology: From the Greek verb πράσσω (prassō), meaning 'to do, to accomplish, to act'. It refers to something done or a result of an action.

G1869

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-PAY-rah-toh

Translations: lifted up, raised, exalted, took up, rose up

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to lift up,' 'to raise,' or 'to exalt.' It can be used in various contexts, such as lifting hands in prayer, raising a voice, or being exalted to a higher position. In the middle voice, it can mean 'to raise oneself' or 'to be lifted up.'

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

Synonyms: ΑΙΡΩ, ΥΨΟΩ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἐπί (epí, 'upon, over') and αἴρω (aírō, 'to lift, take up').

G0206

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: AH-kran

Translations: highest, outermost, extreme, top, peak, summit, edge, a peak, an edge

Notes: This word describes something that is at the very top, tip, or extreme edge. It can refer to the highest point of a mountain, the tip of a finger, or the outermost part of something. It is used to denote the extremity or culmination of something.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΚΟΡΥΦΗ, ἈΚΡΟΝ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *ak- ('sharp, pointed'). It refers to the sharp or pointed end of something, hence the meaning of 'highest' or 'extreme'.

G4788

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soon-ek-KLEI-sen

Translations: shut up, enclose, confine, shut in, close up, deliver up

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition ΣΥΝ (together with) and the verb ΚΛΕΙΩ (to shut). It means to shut up, enclose, or confine something or someone, often implying a complete or secure closure. It can also mean to deliver up or hand over, especially in a context of being shut in or confined for a purpose. It is used to describe the act of closing something completely, like a gate or a tent, or to describe the act of confining people or things.

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

Synonyms: ΚΛΕΙΩ, ΚΑΤΑΚΛΕΙΩ, ΑΠΟΚΛΕΙΩ

G5418

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: phrag-MON

Translations: fence, a fence, hedge, a hedge, wall, a wall, barrier, a barrier

Notes: This word refers to a fence, hedge, or wall, serving as an enclosure or barrier. It is commonly used to describe a protective structure, such as one around a vineyard or a boundary that separates things. In a broader sense, it can represent any kind of barrier or obstruction.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΠΕΡΙΒΟΛΟΣ, ΤΟΙΧΟΣ, ΦΡΑΓΜΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΦΡΑΓΜΟΣ (phragmos) comes from the verb φράσσω (phrassō), meaning 'to fence in, to enclose, to block up'.

G0444

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: AN-throh-poss

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

Notes: This word refers to a human being, encompassing both male and female individuals. It is used broadly to denote mankind in general, or a specific person, often in contrast to God or animals. It can be used in various contexts to refer to any member of the human race.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΝΗΡ, ΒΡΟΤΟΣ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἀνθρώπος (anthrōpos), its origin is uncertain but possibly related to ἀνήρ (anēr, 'man') and ὤψ (ōps, 'eye, face'), or from a pre-Greek substrate.

G2478

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: iss-khoo-ROS

Translations: strong, mighty, powerful, a strong one, a mighty one

Notes: This word describes something or someone possessing great strength, power, or might. It can refer to physical strength, but also to authority, influence, or effectiveness. It is often used to describe God or powerful individuals.

Inflection: Masculine, Nominative, Singular

Synonyms: ΔΥΝΑΤΟΣ, ΚΡΑΤΑΙΟΣ, ΡΩΜΑΛΕΟΣ

Etymology: The word ἸΣΧΥΡΟΣ (ischyros) is derived from the noun ἸΣΧΥΣ (ischys), meaning 'strength' or 'might'.

G3624

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: OY-koo

Translations: of a house, of a home, of a household, of a temple, of a family, of a dwelling, of a building

Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of 'οἶκος' (oikos), meaning 'house', 'home', 'household', 'family', or 'temple'. It indicates possession or origin, often translated with 'of' or 'belonging to'. For example, 'τοῦ οἴκου' would mean 'of the house'. It can refer to a physical dwelling, a family unit, or even a spiritual dwelling like a temple.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΙΑ, ΟΙΚΗΜΑ, ΝΑΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'οἶκος' comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'dwelling' or 'house'. It is related to words for 'house' in other Indo-European languages.

G1565

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: eh-KAY-noh

Translations: to that, for that, with that, by that, that one

Notes: This word is a demonstrative pronoun or adjective, meaning 'that' or 'that one'. It is used to point out something or someone that is distant in space or time, or to refer back to something previously mentioned. In this form, it is in the dative case, indicating the indirect object or the means/instrument by which something is done. It often translates as 'to that', 'for that', or 'with that', depending on the context.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΟΥΤΟΣ, ΟΔΕ

G1831

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ex-EHL-then

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

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition 'ἐκ' (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the verb 'ἔρχομαι' (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go'. It describes the action of moving from an inside place to an outside place, or departing from a location. It is used to indicate that a person or thing has exited or left a specific area.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΕΚΒΑΙΝΩ, ΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ

G0001

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: Ah-KHEI-as

Translations: Ahijah

Notes: This is a proper noun, a common male personal name in the Old Testament. It refers to several individuals, most notably a prophet from Shiloh who prophesied against King Jeroboam. As a proper noun, it functions as the subject or object of a sentence, identifying a specific person.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Etymology: The name 'Ahijah' is of Hebrew origin, meaning 'my brother is Yah' or 'brother of Yahweh'. It is a compound of 'ach' (brother) and 'Yah' (a shortened form of Yahweh).

G4396

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pro-FEE-tays

Translations: prophet, a prophet

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

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΜΑΝΤΙΣ, ΘΕΟΠΝΕΥΣΤΟΣ

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

G3598

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: oh-DOH

Translations: to a way, to a road, to a journey, to a path, to a course, to a manner, to a way of life, to a custom, to a means, to a method, to a direction, to a journey, to a travel, to a passage, to a street, to a highway, to a route, to a track, to a trail

Notes: This word refers to a way, road, or path, and can also metaphorically mean a journey, course of action, or manner of life. It is used to indicate movement along a physical route or to describe a particular custom or method. In this dative form, it often indicates the recipient or direction of an action, or the means by which something is done.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΤΡΙΒΟΣ, ΚΕΛΕΥΘΟΣ, ΠΟΡΕΙΑ

G0868

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ap-es-TAY-sen

Translations: he departed, he withdrew, he stood away, he turned away, he caused to revolt, he caused to withdraw, he removed

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to depart, withdraw, or stand away from something or someone. It can also mean to cause someone or something to depart, withdraw, or revolt. In the provided examples, it is used to describe an action of removing or causing something to turn away, such as sleep from a king or mercy from someone.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΧΩΡΕΩ, ΑΠΟΔΙΔΡΑΣΚΩ, ΑΠΟΒΑΙΝΩ

G4016

Part of Speech: Participle, Adjective

Sounds like: peh-ree-vev-VLEH-meh-nos

Translations: clothed, dressed, wearing, surrounded, having been clothed, having been dressed

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle, meaning 'having been clothed' or 'having been dressed'. It describes someone who is wearing something or is surrounded by something. It is a compound word formed from 'περί' (peri), meaning 'around' or 'about', and 'βάλλω' (ballō), meaning 'to throw' or 'to cast'. Thus, it literally means 'to throw around oneself' or 'to cast around oneself', leading to the sense of being clothed or enveloped.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine, Perfect Passive Participle

Synonyms: ΕΝΔΕΔΥΜΕΝΟΣ, ΗΜΦΙΕΣΜΕΝΟΣ

Etymology: The word is derived from the prefix περί (peri), meaning 'around' or 'about', and the verb βάλλω (ballō), meaning 'to throw' or 'to cast'. The combination signifies 'to throw around' or 'to put around', which evolved into the meaning of clothing or surrounding.

G2537

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-ee-NOH

Translations: to innovate, to renew, to make new, to invent, to introduce

Notes: This verb means to make something new, to innovate, or to renew. It can also imply the act of inventing or introducing something that did not exist before. It is used to describe the process of bringing something into a fresh or novel state.

Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, First Person Singular

Synonyms: ΑΝΑΚΑΙΝΙΖΩ, ΝΕΟΩ

Etymology: From the adjective καινός (kainos), meaning 'new' or 'fresh'. It refers to something new in quality, as opposed to νέος (neos) which refers to something new in time.

G0297

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: am-foh-TEH-roy

Translations: both

Notes: This word means 'both' and is used to refer to two people or things collectively. It emphasizes that two distinct entities are included in a statement or action.

Inflection: Nominative, Masculine, Plural. This word inflects for gender, number, and case (e.g., masculine, feminine, neuter; singular, plural; nominative, genitive, dative, accusative).

Etymology: The word 'ἀμφότεροι' is derived from the prefix 'ἀμφί' (amphi), meaning 'on both sides' or 'around', combined with a form related to 'ἕτερος' (heteros), meaning 'other' or 'one of two'.

G1949

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-peh-LAH-beh-toh

Translations: took hold of, seized, grasped, laid hold of, helped, assisted

Notes: This word is the aorist middle indicative, third person singular form of the verb ἐπιλαμβάνω (epilambanō). It means to take hold of, seize, grasp, or lay hold of something or someone. It can also carry the sense of helping or assisting someone by taking hold of them. It often takes a genitive object for the thing being grasped or helped.

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

Synonyms: ΚΡΑΤΕΩ, ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΣΥΛΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ

Etymology: The word ἐπιλαμβάνω is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἐπί (epi), meaning 'upon' or 'on', and the verb λαμβάνω (lambanō), meaning 'to take' or 'to receive'.

G2537

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: kai-NOO

Translations: of new, of fresh, of unprecedented

Notes: This word describes something as new, fresh, or unprecedented. It refers to something that is recently made or acquired, or something that is of a different kind, not previously existing. It is often used to distinguish something from what is old or common.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΝΕΟΣ, ΠΡΟΣΦΑΤΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΚΑΙΝΟΣ (kainos) is of uncertain origin, possibly related to the idea of 'just now' or 'recently'. It refers to something new in quality, as opposed to ΝΕΟΣ (neos) which refers to something new in time or age.

G1284

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-er-RAYK-sen

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΡΗΓΝΥΜΙ, ΣΧΙΖΩ

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

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: ow-TOH

Translations: it, itself, the same

Notes: This word is a versatile pronoun and adjective. As a pronoun, it typically means 'he,' 'she,' 'it,' or 'they,' depending on its gender and number. When used as an adjective, it can mean 'the same' or serve as an intensive pronoun, emphasizing the noun it modifies, such as 'himself,' 'herself,' 'itself,' or 'themselves.' Its meaning is highly dependent on its grammatical case, number, and gender within a sentence.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Etymology: This word is believed to derive from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'that, that one.' It developed into the Greek pronoun and adjective 'autos,' retaining its core sense of identity or self.

G4486

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: RHAYG-ma-tah

Translations: pieces, fragments, tears, rents, divisions

Notes: This word refers to something that has been torn, broken, or split apart, resulting in fragments or divisions. It can describe physical tears in cloth or ground, or metaphorically, divisions among people or kingdoms. It is often used to denote the result of a violent breaking or rending action.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΣΧΙΣΜΑΤΑ, ΔΙΑΙΡΕΣΕΙΣ

Etymology: The word ῥῆγμα (rhēgma) comes from the verb ῥήγνυμι (rhēgnymi), meaning 'to break, tear, or burst.' It describes the result of such an action.

G4572

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: seh-ahf-TOH

Translations: (to) yourself, (to) thyself

Notes: This is a reflexive pronoun meaning 'yourself' or 'thyself'. It is used when the action of the verb is directed back to the subject of the sentence. For example, 'you give to yourself'. It is a compound word formed from the second person pronoun 'σύ' (you) and the intensive pronoun 'αὐτοῦ' (himself, herself, itself).

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Feminine

Etymology: The word ΣΕΑΥΤΟΥ is a compound of the second person pronoun ΣΥ (you) and the intensive pronoun ΑΥΤΟΣ (self). It developed from the earlier form ΣΕΑΥΤΟΥ, which itself is a contraction of ΣΟΙ ΑΥΤΟΥ.

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.

G1473

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: eh-GOH

Translations: I, me

Notes: ἘΓΩ is the first-person singular personal pronoun in Koine Greek, meaning "I" or "me." It refers to the speaker and functions primarily as the subject of a sentence. While the first-person singular verb ending often makes the pronoun redundant, ἘΓΩ is frequently used for emphasis, similar to saying "I myself" or "even I" in English. It can also be used to clarify the subject when multiple individuals are involved.

Inflection: First Person, Singular, Nominative

Etymology: This word is an ancient pronoun, tracing its origins back to Proto-Indo-European. It has cognates in many Indo-European languages, reflecting a shared linguistic heritage.

G4626

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: SKEP-trah

Translations: scepters, a scepter, staff, rod

Notes: This word refers to a staff or rod, especially one carried by a ruler as a symbol of authority or sovereignty. It can also refer to a royal scepter, signifying kingly power or dominion. In a broader sense, it can mean a staff used for support or as a weapon.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Accusative or Vocative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΡΑΒΔΟΣ, ΒΑΣΙΛΕΙΑ

Etymology: The word "ΣΚΗΠΤΡΟΝ" comes from the Greek verb "σκήπτω" (skepto), meaning "to lean on" or "to prop oneself up." It originally referred to a support or staff, and later evolved to mean a staff of authority.

G1510

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-SON-tai

Translations: they will be, they shall be

Notes: This word is the third person plural future indicative form of the verb 'to be'. It signifies that a group of subjects will exist or will be in a particular state or condition at some point in the future. It is used to express future existence, identity, or a future state of being for multiple entities.

Inflection: Future, Indicative, Third Person, Plural

Synonyms: ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is a very ancient and fundamental verb in the Greek language, tracing its origins back to the earliest stages of the Indo-European language family.

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: ow-TEH

Translations: she, herself, to her, for her, of her, her, it, itself, to it, for it, of it, its, they, them, themselves

Notes: This word is a form of the pronoun 'autos', meaning 'self' or 'same'. It can function as a personal pronoun (he, she, it, they), a reflexive pronoun (himself, herself, itself, themselves), or an intensive pronoun (the very, the same). Its specific meaning depends on its case, number, and gender, and the context of the sentence.

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

Etymology: The word 'autos' (from which 'autē' is derived) comes from Proto-Indo-European *h₁ew-to-, a pronominal stem. It is related to other pronouns and demonstratives in various Indo-European languages.

G5443

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: FY-lon

Translations: of tribes, tribes

Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the noun 'φυλή' (phylē), meaning 'tribe' or 'clan'. It refers to a group of people descended from a common ancestor or sharing a common origin, often used in the context of the twelve tribes of Israel or other ethnic divisions. As a genitive plural, it indicates possession or origin, meaning 'belonging to tribes' or 'from tribes'.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΗΜΩΝ, ΓΕΝΩΝ

Etymology: The word 'φυλή' (phylē) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *bʰuH- meaning 'to be, to grow'. It originally referred to a growth or shoot, and later evolved to mean a clan or tribe, indicating a group that has grown together or sprung from a common origin.

G2641

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-teh-LIH-pen

Translations: he left, he abandoned, he forsook, he remained, he bequeathed

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb καταλείπω (kataleipō). It means 'he/she/it left behind,' 'abandoned,' 'forsook,' or 'remained.' It can also imply leaving something as an inheritance or legacy. It is used to describe an action completed in the past.

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

Synonyms: ΑΦΙΗΜΙ, ΕΓΚΑΤΑΛΕΙΠΩ, ΥΠΟΛΕΙΠΩ

Etymology: The word καταλείπω (kataleipō) is a compound verb formed from the preposition κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against,' and the verb λείπω (leipō), meaning 'to leave' or 'to abandon.'

G2117

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: YOO-thes

Translations: straight, right, upright, just, proper, a straight thing, a right thing

Notes: This word describes something that is straight, direct, or upright. It can refer to physical straightness, such as a straight path, or to moral rectitude, indicating something that is just, proper, or righteous in the eyes of God or people. It is often used to describe actions or conduct that align with divine will or ethical standards.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΔΙΚΑΙΟΣ, ΟΡΘΟΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'straight' or 'right'. It is related to words signifying directness and correctness.

G0498

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: an-tee-TAS-soh-meh-nos

Translations: opposing, resisting, setting oneself against, arraying oneself against

Notes: This word is a compound participle, formed from the preposition ἀντί (anti), meaning 'against' or 'opposite', and the verb τάσσω (tassō), meaning 'to arrange' or 'to order'. Therefore, it literally means 'to arrange oneself against' or 'to set oneself in opposition to'. It describes someone who is actively resisting or standing in opposition to something or someone else, often implying a hostile or defiant stance. It is used to describe an ongoing action of resistance.

Inflection: Present, Middle or Passive Voice, Masculine, Singular, Nominative

Synonyms: ἈΝΘΙΣΤΑΜΑΙ, ἈΝΤΙΛΕΓΩ, ἈΝΤΙΠΙΠΤΩ

G0498

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: an-tee-TA-xoh-my

Translations: I will oppose, I will resist, I will set myself against

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἈΝΤΙ (anti), meaning 'against' or 'opposite to', and ΤΑΣΣΩ (tassō), meaning 'to arrange' or 'to appoint'. Therefore, it means to arrange oneself against, to oppose, or to resist. It describes an action of setting oneself in opposition to someone or something, often implying a deliberate and active resistance. It is used to express future opposition.

Inflection: First Person, Singular, Future Tense, Middle Voice, Indicative Mood

Synonyms: ἈΝΘΙΣΤΗΜΙ, ἈΝΤΙΛΕΓΩ, ἈΝΤΙΠΙΠΤΩ

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.

G2228, G3588

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Definite Article, Numeral

Sounds like: AY

Translations: or, the, 8

Notes: This word can function as a conjunction meaning 'or', indicating an alternative or choice between two or more options. It can also be the feminine nominative singular form of the definite article 'the', used to specify a feminine noun that is the subject of a sentence. The '̓' (coronis) indicates that this form is an elision, meaning it's a shortened form of a word like ἤ (e.g., when followed by a vowel). Additionally, the '̓' could be a keraia, indicating the numeral 8.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as conjunction or numeral); Singular, Nominative, Feminine (as definite article)

Etymology: The conjunction ἤ (e.g., from which Ἠ is an elision) is of uncertain origin. The definite article ἡ (from which Ἠ is an elision) comes from Proto-Indo-European. The numeral meaning is derived from the Greek letter eta (Η), which was used to represent the number 8.

G2382

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: THEH-sis

Translations: position, a position, placement, a placement, setting, a setting, proposition, a proposition, thesis, a thesis

Notes: This word refers to a 'placing' or 'setting' of something, indicating its position or arrangement. It can also refer to a 'proposition' or 'statement' that is put forward for discussion or argument, similar to the English word 'thesis'. It is used to describe the act of putting something in a particular place or the resulting state of being placed.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΘΕΣΙΣ, ΤΑΞΙΣ, ΔΙΑΘΕΣΙΣ

Etymology: From the Greek verb τίθημι (tithēmi), meaning 'to put, place, set'. It describes the act or result of placing something.

G5087

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: THES-thai

Translations: to place, to put, to set, to lay, to appoint, to make

Notes: This word is an infinitive form of the verb meaning 'to place' or 'to put'. It can be used in various contexts, such as physically setting something down, establishing a law or custom, or appointing someone to a position or office. It conveys the action of bringing something into a specific state or location.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle Voice, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΒΑΛΛΕΙΝ, ΕΠΙΤΙΘΕΝΑΙ, ΚΑΤΑΤΙΘΕΝΑΙ

Etymology: The word τίθημι (tithemi) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *dʰeh₁-, meaning 'to put, place, set'. It is a common verb in ancient Greek, with many derivatives and compounds.

G3686

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: O-no-MA

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Accusative, or Genitive; Neuter

Synonyms: ΚΛΕΟΣ, ΦΗΜΗ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *h₁nómn̥. It is cognate with Latin nōmen and English name.

G3739

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: OYS

Translations: to whom, to which, to what

Notes: This word is a relative pronoun, meaning 'to whom', 'to which', or 'to what'. It is used to introduce a relative clause, connecting it to a noun or pronoun in the main clause. It indicates the indirect object of the verb in the relative clause, showing to whom or to what an action is directed. It can refer to people or things and is used for all genders.

Inflection: Dative, Plural, All genders

Synonyms: ΤΙΣ, ὉΠΟΙΟΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is related to the demonstrative pronoun and is a common form for relative pronouns across Indo-European languages.

G5590

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: Ps-oo-KHEE

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΝΕΥΜΑ, ΖΩΗ, ΚΑΡΔΙΑ

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

G1510

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EH-see

Translations: you will be

Notes: This word is a form of the verb "to be" in Koine Greek. It indicates a future state or existence for a single person being addressed. For example, it can be used in sentences like "you will be happy" or "you will be there."

Inflection: Second Person, Singular, Future, Indicative, Middle or Passive Voice (deponent)

Etymology: The verb ΕΙΜΙ (eimi) 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 and has cognates in many other Indo-European languages.

G1437

Part of Speech: Conjunction

Sounds like: eh-AHN

Translations: if, when, whenever, although

Notes: ἘΑΝ is a conditional conjunction used to introduce a protasis (the 'if' clause) in a conditional sentence. It typically takes the subjunctive mood, indicating a condition that is possible, probable, or hypothetical. It can be translated as 'if', 'when', or 'whenever', depending on the nuance of the condition, and sometimes 'although' in concessive clauses.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΙ, ὍΤΑΝ

Etymology: ἘΑΝ is a contraction of the conditional particle εἰ (ei, 'if') and the modal particle ἄν (an), which adds a sense of contingency or possibility to the condition.

G5442

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: foo-LAX-ace

Translations: you may guard, you may keep, you may observe, you may protect, you will guard, you will keep, you will observe, you will protect

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to guard, keep, observe, or protect. It can refer to guarding a person or thing, keeping a command or law, or observing a custom. It is used in contexts where careful attention, preservation, or adherence is required.

Inflection: Second Person, Singular, Aorist, Subjunctive, Active OR Second Person, Singular, Future, Indicative, Active

Synonyms: ΤΗΡΕΩ, ΦΥΛΑΚΗ, ΠΡΟΣΕΧΩ

Etymology: The word ΦΥΛΑΣΣΩ comes from the noun φυλακή (phylakē), meaning 'a guarding' or 'a watch'.

G3745

Part of Speech: Relative Pronoun, Relative Adjective

Sounds like: OH-sah

Translations: as many as, all that, whatever, how many, all things whatsoever, whatever things

Notes: This word is the neuter plural form of the relative pronoun/adjective ὅσος (hosos). It means 'as many as' or 'all that/which' and is used to introduce a relative clause, referring to an indefinite quantity or number of things. It can function as both a pronoun (e.g., 'whatever things') or an adjective (e.g., 'as many things as'). It can be used in both the nominative and accusative cases.

Inflection: Neuter, Plural, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: PANTA, HAPAS

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is related to the demonstrative pronoun ὅδε (hode, 'this') and the interrogative pronoun τίς (tis, 'who? what?').

G0302

Part of Speech: Particle

Sounds like: AHN

Translations: if, ever, might, would, should

Notes: This word is a particle used to express contingency, possibility, or potentiality. It does not have a direct English equivalent but modifies the meaning of the verb it accompanies, often indicating that an action is dependent on a condition or is hypothetical. It is frequently used with the subjunctive or optative moods to form conditional clauses or express indefinite temporal or relative clauses.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: The origin of this particle is uncertain, but it is believed to be an ancient particle in Greek, possibly related to the concept of 'on' or 'up' in some contexts, though its primary function became conditional.

G3618

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: oy-ko-do-MAY-soh

Translations: I will build, I will construct, I will erect

Notes: This word is a compound verb meaning 'to build a house' or 'to construct' in a general sense. It is formed from 'οἶκος' (house) and 'δομέω' (to build). It is used to describe the act of constructing physical structures, but can also be used metaphorically for building up or establishing something, such as a community or a spiritual edifice. In this form, it indicates an action that will happen in the future.

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

Synonyms: ΚΤΙΖΩ, ΑΝΟΙΚΟΔΟΜΕΩ

G4103

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: PIS-ton

Translations: faithful, a faithful one, trustworthy, a trustworthy one, reliable, a reliable one, true, a true one, sure, a sure one

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning faithful, trustworthy, or reliable. It describes someone or something that can be depended upon, is true to their word, or is steadfast in their character or actions. It can be used to describe people, things, or even concepts, indicating their reliability or truthfulness.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑΛΗΘΗΣ, ΒΕΒΑΙΟΣ, ΕΓΓΥΟΣ

G3618

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: oy-ko-do-MEH-sa

Translations: to build, to construct, to edify

Notes: This word is an infinitive form of the verb 'to build' or 'to construct'. It is a compound word formed from 'οἶκος' (house) and 'δέμω' (to build). It is used to describe the act of erecting a structure, but can also be used metaphorically to mean 'to edify' or 'to strengthen' someone spiritually or morally.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΚΤΙΖΩ, ΣΥΝΙΣΤΗΜΙ

Etymology: The word ΟΙΚΟΔΟΜΕΩ is a compound of two Greek words: οἶκος (oikos), meaning 'house' or 'dwelling', and δέμω (demo), meaning 'to build' or 'to construct'. Thus, its literal meaning is 'to build a house'.

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.

G3062

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: LOY-pah

Translations: remaining, the rest, the others, what is left, the things that remain

Notes: This word refers to what is left over, remaining, or the rest of something. It can be used as an adjective to describe things that are remaining, or substantively as a noun to refer to the remaining people or things. It is often used in the plural to mean 'the rest' or 'the others'.

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

Synonyms: ΥΠΟΛΟΙΠΟΣ, ΚΑΤΑΛΟΙΠΟΣ

G4487

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: HRAY-mah-tohn

Translations: of words, of sayings, of things, of matters, of utterances

Notes: This is a noun referring to a word, a saying, an utterance, or a thing/matter. It is often used to denote something spoken or declared, or a specific item or concept. In the provided context, it appears to be used in reference to 'money' or 'funds', which is an unusual but attested meaning for the plural form, referring to 'matters' or 'things' (in this case, financial matters/things).

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Neuter

Synonyms: ΛΟΓΩΝ, ΕΠΩΝ, ΠΡΑΓΜΑΤΩΝ

Etymology: The word ῥῆμα (rhēma) comes from the verb ἐρέω (ereō), meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. It refers to that which is spoken or said.

G0976

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: BEE-blee-oh

Translations: to a book, for a book, in a book, by a book, to a scroll, for a scroll, in a scroll, by a scroll

Notes: This word refers to a book, scroll, or document. In ancient times, 'books' were typically scrolls made of papyrus or parchment. It is used here in the dative case, indicating the indirect object or location, often translated with prepositions like 'to', 'for', 'in', or 'by'.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΒΙΒΛΟΣ, ΓΡΑΜΜΑΤΕΙΟΝ

Etymology: From βίβλος (biblos), meaning 'papyrus' or 'book', which originally referred to the inner bark of the papyrus plant used for writing material. The word eventually came to mean a written document or scroll made from this material.

G1510

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ON-tos

Translations: (of) being, (of) existing, (of) a being, (of) an existing one

Notes: ὈΝΤΟΣ is the genitive singular present active participle of the verb 'to be'. It means 'being' or 'existing'. It is often used in genitive absolute constructions, which function like a subordinate clause, indicating time, cause, or circumstance, such as 'while it was being' or 'because it was being'.

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

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'to be' or 'to exist'.

G4383

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pro-SO-poo

Translations: of face, of countenance, of presence, of person, of a face, of a countenance, of a presence, of a person

Notes: This word refers primarily to the 'face' or 'countenance' of a person or thing. It can also denote 'presence' or 'appearance'. In a broader sense, it can refer to the 'person' or 'individual' themselves. It is often used in phrases like 'from the face of' or 'before the face of' to mean 'from the presence of' or 'before the presence of'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Neuter

Synonyms: ΟΨΙΣ, ΕΙΔΟΣ, ΜΟΡΦΗ

Etymology: The word 'ΠΡΟΣΩΠΟΝ' is derived from the Greek preposition 'πρός' (pros), meaning 'to' or 'towards', and 'ὤψ' (ōps), meaning 'eye' or 'face'. It literally means 'that which is before the eyes' or 'that which is turned towards'.

G2181