2001 Translation

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.

G2532

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: kahee

Translations: and, also, even, but, then

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

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

G1540

Part of Speech: Adjective, Numeral

Sounds like: eh-kah-TOS-toh

Translations: hundredth, a hundredth

Notes: This word is an ordinal numeral adjective meaning 'hundredth'. It is used to indicate the position in a sequence, specifically the one hundredth position. It can modify a noun, agreeing with it in gender, number, and case, as seen in the examples where it modifies 'ἔτει' (year) to mean 'the hundredth year'.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Neuter

Etymology: The word ἑκατοστός (hekatostos) is derived from ἑκατόν (hekaton), meaning 'one hundred'. The suffix -στός is used to form ordinal numbers.

G4363

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pros-EP-eh-sen

Translations: fell upon, fell down before, happened, occurred, approached, attacked

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition πρός (pros), meaning 'to' or 'towards,' and the verb πίπτω (piptō), meaning 'to fall.' In its aorist form, it describes an action that happened at a specific point in the past. It can mean to fall upon someone or something, often in supplication or attack, or to happen or occur, especially in reference to events or news. It can also imply approaching or encountering.

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

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΠΙΠΤΩ, ΣΥΜΒΑΙΝΩ, ΠΡΟΣΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word προσπίπτω is a compound of the preposition πρός (pros), meaning 'to, towards, with,' and the verb πίπτω (piptō), meaning 'to fall.' The combination signifies 'to fall towards' or 'to fall upon.'

G4012

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: PEH-ree

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

Notes: This word is a preposition that can take either the genitive or accusative case, and its meaning changes depending on the case of the noun it governs. When used with the genitive case, it typically means 'about', 'concerning', 'for', or 'on behalf of'. When used with the accusative case, it usually indicates spatial 'around', 'about' (in the sense of movement or position), 'at', or 'near'. It can also be used as a prefix in compound words, adding a sense of 'around' or 'excessive'.

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

Synonyms: ΥΠΕΡ, ΑΜΦΙ, ΕΠΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *peri, meaning 'around, about'. It is cognate with English 'peri-' (as in 'perimeter') and Latin 'per'.

G0491

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: an-TEE-o-khon

Translations: Antiochus

Notes: Antiochus is a common Greek proper name, frequently used for kings of the Seleucid Empire and other historical figures. In this form, it is the direct object of a verb or preposition, indicating the person 'Antiochus' is receiving the action.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine

Etymology: From Ancient Greek 'Ἀντίοχος' (Antíochos), meaning 'resisting' or 'steadfast'. It is a compound of 'ἀντί' (antí, 'against, in return for') and 'ἔχω' (ékhō, 'to have, to hold').

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: yoo-PAH-to-rah

Translations: Eupator

Notes: This is the name 'Eupator', a Greek male given name meaning 'of a good father' or 'having a good father'. It was a common epithet or name used by several Hellenistic kings, particularly of the Seleucid and Pontic dynasties. In the provided context, it refers to Antiochus V Eupator, a Seleucid king.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine

Etymology: The name 'Eupator' is a compound of the Greek words 'εὖ' (eu), meaning 'good' or 'well', and 'πατήρ' (patēr), meaning 'father'. Thus, it means 'of a good father' or 'having a good father'.

G3854

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-ra-ge-NES-thai

Translations: to come, to arrive, to be present, to appear

Notes: This word is an aorist middle infinitive of the verb 'παραγίνομαι', meaning 'to come alongside', 'to arrive', or 'to be present'. It is a compound verb formed from the preposition 'παρά' (para), meaning 'beside' or 'alongside', and the verb 'γίνομαι' (ginomai), meaning 'to become' or 'to come into being'. It is used to describe the act of someone or something coming to a specific place or being present at an event.

Inflection: Infinitive, Aorist, Middle Voice

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΗΚΩ, ΦΘΑΝΩ

Etymology: The verb 'παραγίνομαι' is a compound of the preposition 'παρά' (para), meaning 'beside' or 'alongside', and the verb 'γίνομαι' (ginomai), meaning 'to become' or 'to come into being'. The combination signifies a coming or being present in proximity to something or someone.

G4862

Part of Speech: Preposition, Prefix

Sounds like: soon

Translations: with, together with, along with

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

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

Synonyms: ΜΕΤΑ, ΟΜΟΥ

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

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'.

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.

G0846

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

G2012

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: eh-pee-TRO-pon

Translations: steward, a steward, guardian, a guardian, administrator, an administrator, manager, a manager, procurator, a procurator

Notes: This word refers to a person entrusted with the management of a household, an estate, or other affairs, often on behalf of another. It can also denote a guardian or tutor of a minor. In a broader sense, it signifies an administrator or procurator, someone who has oversight or authority over certain matters.

Inflection: Singular, Masculine, Accusative

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΟΝΟΜΟΣ, ΔΙΑΧΕΙΡΙΣΤΗΣ

G1538

Part of Speech: Adjective, Pronoun

Sounds like: eh-KAS-ton

Translations: each, every, each one, every one, each thing, every thing

Notes: This word means 'each' or 'every', referring to individual items or persons within a group. It is used to emphasize the distinctness of each member. It can function as an adjective modifying a noun, or as a pronoun standing in for 'each one' or 'each thing'.

Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΕΚΑΣΤΟΣ, ΠΑΣ

Etymology: The word comes from an intensive form of the demonstrative pronoun 'he' or 'that', emphasizing individuality.

G2192

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: EKH-on-tah

Translations: having, holding, possessing, keeping, holding fast, the one having

Notes: This word is a present active participle, meaning 'having' or 'holding'. It describes an ongoing action of possession or holding. It can function adjectivally, describing a noun that 'has' something, or adverbially, indicating the manner in which an action is performed (e.g., 'while having'). In the provided examples, it describes things that 'do not have' a leader, trees 'having' branches, and 'the one having' all power.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΕΧΟΝΤΑ, ΚΕΚΤΗΜΕΝΟΝ

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: dreh-pah-nee-PHO-rah

Translations: sickle-bearing, scythe-bearing, armed with scythes

Notes: This is a compound adjective meaning 'sickle-bearing' or 'scythe-bearing'. It describes something or someone that carries or is equipped with a sickle or scythe. It is often used to describe chariots armed with scythes, known as 'scythed chariots', which were a formidable weapon in ancient warfare. It can also refer to people or figures associated with such implements.

Inflection: Plural, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Etymology: The word is a compound of two Greek words: δρεπάνη (drepanē), meaning 'sickle' or 'scythe', and -φόρος (-phoros), derived from φέρω (pherō), meaning 'to bear' or 'to carry'. Thus, it literally means 'sickle-carrying' or 'scythe-carrying'.

G4838

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soon-eh-MIK-sen

Translations: he mixed, he mingled, he joined, he associated with, he had dealings with

Notes: This word describes the action of mixing or mingling things together, or of joining oneself with others. It can refer to physical mixing or to the act of associating with people, often implying a close interaction or involvement. It is a compound word formed from the prefix 'συν-' (together with) and the verb 'μίγνυμι' (to mix).

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

Synonyms: ΜΙΓΝΥΜΙ, ΑΝΑΜΙΓΝΥΜΙ, ΚΟΙΝΩΝΕΩ

G0846

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: ow-TOYS

Translations: (to) them, (to) themselves, (to) it, (to) him, (to) her

Notes: This word is a dative plural form of the personal/demonstrative pronoun 'ΑΥ̓ΤΟΣ'. It typically means 'to/for them' or 'to/for themselves', depending on the context. It can refer to people or things. When used reflexively, it emphasizes the subject performing an action on or for themselves. It can also be used to refer to 'it', 'him', or 'her' in the dative case when the gender and number are clear from context, though 'them' is its primary plural translation.

Inflection: Dative, Plural, Masculine, Feminine, or Neuter

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: meh-NEH-lah-oss

Translations: Menelaus

Notes: This is a proper noun, referring to Menelaus, a prominent figure in Greek mythology, king of Sparta, and husband of Helen of Troy. It can also refer to historical figures with the same name, such as the high priest Menelaus mentioned in 2 Maccabees. It is used as the subject of a sentence.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Etymology: The name Menelaus is of Ancient Greek origin, meaning 'withstanding the people' or 'leader of the people'. It is derived from 'menos' (strength, spirit) and 'laos' (people).

G3870

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-reh-KAH-lei

Translations: he was calling alongside, he was exhorting, he was comforting, he was urging, he was appealing, he was entreating

Notes: This word is the third person singular imperfect active indicative form of the verb παρακαλέω (parakaleō). It describes an action that was ongoing or repeated in the past. It means to call someone to one's side, to summon, to invite, to encourage, to exhort, to comfort, to console, to appeal to, or to entreat.

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

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΑΜΥΘΕΟΜΑΙ, ΠΑΡΑΚΛΗΤΟΣ, ΠΑΡΑΙΝΕΩ

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'.

G1571

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ee-roh-NEE-as

Translations: of irony, of dissimulation, irony, dissimulation

Notes: This word refers to irony, dissimulation, or feigned ignorance. It describes a manner of speaking or acting that conveys a meaning opposite to its literal sense, often for the purpose of mockery or deception. It can also refer to a pretense of ignorance, especially when used to draw out an opponent in an argument.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ὙΠΟΚΡΙΣΙΣ, ἈΠΑΤΗ

Etymology: The word Εἰρωνία (eirōnia) comes from the Greek word εἴρων (eirōn), meaning 'dissembler' or 'one who feigns ignorance'. This term was notably used by Plato to describe the Socratic method of feigning ignorance to expose the flaws in an opponent's argument.

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.

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.

G3633

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: OY-oh-MEH-nos

Translations: thinking, supposing, imagining, believing

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'to think' or 'to suppose'. It describes someone who is currently thinking, supposing, or imagining something. It is often used to indicate a person's belief or opinion about a situation.

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

Synonyms: ΝΟΜΙΖΩ, ἩΓΕΟΜΑΙ, ΔΟΚΕΩ

Etymology: The word ΟἼΟΜΑΙ (oiomai) is of uncertain origin, possibly related to the root *oi- meaning 'to think' or 'to suppose'.

G2525

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tah-stah-thay-SEH-sthai

Translations: to be appointed, to be established, to be set up, to be put in charge

Notes: This word is a future perfect passive infinitive of the verb 'kathistēmi'. It describes an action that will have been completed in the future, indicating that someone or something will have been appointed, established, or set in place. It implies a state of being firmly established or having been put into a position of authority or order.

Inflection: Future Perfect, Passive, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΤΙΘΗΜΙ, ΟΡΙΖΩ, ΤΑΣΣΩ

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.

G1825

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ex-ay-GHEE-ren

Translations: he raised up, he stirred up, he awoke, he caused to rise

Notes: This verb means to raise up, to stir up, or to awaken. It can be used literally, such as to wake someone from sleep, or metaphorically, to stir up a storm, or to raise someone to a position of power or action. It implies an action of causing something or someone to rise or become active.

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

Synonyms: ΑΝΙΣΤΗΜΙ, ΕΓΕΙΡΩ, ΔΙΕΓΕΙΡΩ

Etymology: The word ἐξεγείρω (exegeiro) is formed from the prefix ἐκ/ἐξ (ek/ex), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the verb ἐγείρω (egeiro), meaning 'to awaken' or 'to raise'. The root ἐγείρω is of uncertain origin, possibly related to a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to wake'.

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.

G0491

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: an-TEE-o-khoo

Translations: of Antiochus

Notes: This is a proper noun, referring to Antiochus, a common name among Hellenistic kings and other notable figures, particularly in the Seleucid Empire. It is used to indicate possession or origin, similar to saying 'of Antiochus' in English.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Etymology: From Ancient Greek Ἀντίοχος (Antíokhos), meaning 'resisting' or 'steadfast'. It is a compound name derived from ἀντί (antí, 'against, in front of') and ἔχω (ékhō, 'to have, to hold').

G0251

Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective

Sounds like: ah-li-TEE-ree-on

Translations: scoundrel, villain, criminal, a scoundrel, a villain, a criminal, wicked, depraved

Notes: This word can function as a noun, meaning a scoundrel, villain, or criminal, referring to someone who is wicked or depraved. It can also be used as an adjective, describing something or someone as wicked or depraved. It is used to denote a person or thing that is morally corrupt or guilty of a crime.

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

Synonyms: ἈΣΕΒΗΣ, ΠΟΝΗΡΟΣ, ΚΑΚΟΣ

Etymology: The word ἈΛΙΤΗΡΙΟΝ (alitērion) derives from the verb ἀλιταίνω (alitainō), meaning 'to sin' or 'to offend against the gods'. It is related to ἄλιτος (alitos), meaning 'sinful' or 'guilty'.

G3080

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: LY-see-oo

Translations: of Lysias

Notes: This is the genitive form of the proper noun 'Lysias'. Lysias was a prominent Greek orator and logographer in ancient Athens. In the context of the New Testament, it refers to Claudius Lysias, a Roman tribune and chiliarch (commander of a thousand soldiers) mentioned in the Book of Acts, who rescued Paul from a mob in Jerusalem.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Etymology: The name Lysias is of Greek origin, derived from the word 'λύσις' (lysis), meaning 'a loosening, a release, a deliverance'.

G5263

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: hoo-po-DEIK-san-tos

Translations: (of) one who showed, (of) one who pointed out, (of) one who made known, (of) one who instructed, (of) one who taught

Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of an aorist active participle, derived from the verb 'hypodeiknymi'. It describes someone who has shown, pointed out, made known, instructed, or taught something. It functions like an adjective or a noun in a sentence, indicating the possessor or source of an action, often translated as 'of the one who showed' or 'by the one who pointed out'.

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

Synonyms: ΔΕΙΚΝΥΜΙ, ΔΙΔΑΣΚΩ, ΦΑΝΕΡΟΩ

G3778

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective

Sounds like: TOO-ton

Translations: this, this one, him, it

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

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΟΔΕ, ΕΚΕΙΝΟΝ

G0159

Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective

Sounds like: ai-TI-on

Translations: cause, a cause, reason, a reason, responsible, guilty, blame

Notes: This word refers to the cause or reason for something, or someone who is responsible or guilty for an action or outcome. It can function as both a noun, meaning 'a cause' or 'a reason,' and as an adjective, meaning 'responsible' or 'guilty.' It is often used to identify the origin or source of an event or state.

Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑἸΤΙΑ, ΠΡΟΦΑΣΙΣ, ΑΡΧΗ

Etymology: The word originates from the Greek verb αἰτέω (aitéō), meaning 'to ask, beg, or demand.' Over time, it evolved to refer to that which is asked for or demanded as a reason or cause.

G2556

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: kah-KOHN

Translations: (of) bad things, (of) evils, (of) calamities, (of) troubles

Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the adjective 'ΚΑΚΟΣ', meaning 'bad' or 'evil'. When used substantively, as it often is in the genitive plural, it refers to 'evils', 'calamities', or 'troubles'. It describes things that are harmful, morally corrupt, or cause distress. It can be used to describe the source or nature of something negative.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine, Feminine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΠΟΝΗΡΩΝ, ΦΑΥΛΩΝ, ΑΣΕΒΩΝ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'bad' or 'evil'. It is related to words signifying 'to hurt' or 'to wound'.

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.

G1485

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: EH-thos

Translations: custom, habit, practice, a custom, a habit, a practice

Notes: This word refers to a custom, habit, or practice, something that is regularly done or observed. It describes a customary way of acting or a traditional practice within a community or by an individual. It is often used to refer to established traditions or religious observances.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative or Vocative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΝΟΜΟΣ, ΣΥΝΗΘΕΙΑ

Etymology: From the Proto-Indo-European root *swedh-, meaning 'custom, habit'. It is related to words signifying 'one's own' or 'peculiar to oneself', indicating something that is characteristic or habitual.

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.

G4311

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pros-ap-oh-LEH-sai

Translations: to destroy, to lose, to perish, to be lost, to be ruined

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from πρός (pros, 'to, toward, in addition to') and ἀπόλλυμι (apollymi, 'to destroy, lose'). It means to destroy or lose in addition to something else, or to utterly destroy or perish. It can be used transitively to mean 'to destroy' or 'to lose' something, or intransitively to mean 'to perish' or 'to be ruined'.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΛΛΥΜΙ, ΟΛΕΘΡΕΥΩ, ΚΑΤΑΦΘΕΙΡΩ

Etymology: The word προσαπόλλυμι is a compound verb derived from the preposition πρός (pros), meaning 'to, toward, in addition to', and the verb ἀπόλλυμι (apollymi), meaning 'to destroy, lose'. The prefix πρός intensifies the meaning of destruction or loss, or indicates an additional act of destruction.

G71

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ah-gah-GON-tas

Translations: having led, bringing, leading, having brought

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb 'ἈΓΩ' (ago), meaning 'to lead' or 'to bring'. As a participle, it functions like both a verb and an adjective, describing an action that has been completed in the past relative to the main verb of the sentence. It indicates the agent of the action of leading or bringing.

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

Synonyms: ΦΕΡΩΝ, ΚΟΜΙΖΩΝ

Etymology: The word 'ἈΓΩ' (ago) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to drive, draw, move'. It is a very common and ancient verb in Greek, with cognates in many other Indo-European languages.

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'.

G4083

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pay-KHEH-ohn

Translations: of cubits, of forearms

Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the noun 'πῆχυς' (pēchys). It refers to a cubit, which is an ancient unit of length based on the length of the forearm from the elbow to the tip of the middle finger. It can also refer to the forearm itself. In context, it is typically used to describe dimensions, such as 'a length of cubits' or 'a width of cubits'.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'forearm'. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages referring to the arm or a measurement derived from it.

G4134

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: PLAY-rays

Translations: full, complete, filled, a full

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'full' or 'complete'. It describes something that is filled to capacity or lacking nothing. It can be used to describe a container that is full, a person who is full of a certain quality (like grace or wisdom), or a time that is complete.

Inflection: Nominative, Singular, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΓΕΜΩΝ, ΠΕΠΛΗΡΩΜΕΝΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΠΛΗΡΗΣ (plērēs) comes from the verb πίμπλημι (pimplēmi), meaning 'to fill'. It describes the state of being filled or complete.

G4700

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: spo-DOH

Translations: of ash, of ashes, of an ash

Notes: This is a noun referring to ash, cinders, or dust, typically the residue left after something has been burned. It can also refer to dirt or fine powder. In ancient contexts, it was often associated with mourning, repentance, or desolation, as in the practice of sitting in sackcloth and ashes.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΚΟΝΙΣ, ΤΕΦΡΑ

Etymology: From an uncertain root, possibly related to the idea of 'to sprinkle' or 'to scatter', referring to the fine particles of ash.

G3704

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: or-GAH-non

Translations: instrument, a tool, a device, an organ, a musical instrument

Notes: This word refers to any kind of tool, implement, or instrument used to perform a task. It can also refer to a musical instrument or even a bodily organ, emphasizing its function as a means to an end. It is a general term for something that serves as an agent or means.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΕΡΓΑΛΕΙΟΝ, ΣΚΕΥΟΣ

Etymology: The word ὈΡΓΑΝΟΝ is derived from the verb ἔργω (ergō), meaning 'to work' or 'to do'. It literally means 'that which works' or 'that by which work is done'.

G4029

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: peh-ree-FEH-res

Translations: circular, round, spherical, circumference, a circular thing, a round thing

Notes: This word describes something that is circular, round, or spherical in shape. It can be used to describe objects or areas that have a curved or enclosed form. For example, it might describe a round tower, a circular path, or the circumference of an object.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΚΥΚΛΙΚΟΣ, ΣΤΡΟΓΓΥΛΟΣ

Etymology: The word is derived from the Greek preposition περί (peri), meaning 'around', and the verb φέρω (pherō), meaning 'to carry' or 'to bear'. Thus, it literally means 'carrying around' or 'borne around', leading to the sense of something that is round or circular.

G3841

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: PAN-toh-then

Translations: from all sides, on every side, everywhere, all around

Notes: This word is an adverb indicating origin or direction from all points or in all directions. It describes something that comes from or is present on every side, encompassing a complete surrounding area. It can be used to describe a situation where something is happening or coming from all directions simultaneously.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΑΝΤΑΧΟΥ

Etymology: From the root of ΠΑΣ (all) and the suffix -θεν (from, indicating origin or direction).

G0660

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-po-KREM-non

Translations: steep, precipitous, sheer, abrupt

Notes: This word describes something that is very steep or has a sheer drop, like a cliff or a precipice. It implies a dangerous or difficult descent. It can be used to describe terrain or a structure that presents a sudden, sharp decline.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΚΡΗΜΝΩΔΗΣ, ΑΠΟΤΟΜΟΣ

Etymology: From ἈΠΟ (apo, 'from, away from') and ΚΡΗΜΝΟΣ (krēmnos, 'a precipice, steep bank'). It literally means 'from a precipice' or 'like a precipice'.

G1759

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: en-TOW-tha

Translations: here, there, in this place, in that place

Notes: This word is an adverb indicating location, meaning 'here' or 'there'. It refers to a specific place or point in time, often emphasizing the immediate vicinity or the current situation. It can be used to mean 'at this point' or 'at that point' in a narrative.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ὩΔΕ, ἘΚΕΙ, ΑΥ̓ΤΟΥ͂

Etymology: From the Greek preposition 'ἐν' (en, 'in') and the demonstrative pronoun 'οὗτος' (houtos, 'this'). It literally means 'in this very place'.

G2417

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: hee-eh-roh-sy-LEE-ahs

Translations: (of) sacrilege, (of) temple-robbing, (of) profanation

Notes: This word refers to the act of sacrilege, which is the violation or profanation of something sacred, or the robbing of temples or sacred places. It is a compound word formed from 'ἱερός' (hieros), meaning 'sacred' or 'holy', and 'συλάω' (sulao), meaning 'to rob' or 'to plunder'. It describes an offense against religious objects, places, or practices.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΒΕΒΗΛΩΣΙΣ, ΑΣΕΒΕΙΑ

Etymology: The word ΙΕΡΟΣΥΛΙΑ (hierosylia) is derived from the Greek words ἱερός (hieros), meaning 'sacred' or 'holy', and συλάω (sulao), meaning 'to rob' or 'to plunder'. It literally means 'robbing of sacred things'.

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.

G4160

Part of Speech: Participle, Noun, Adjective

Sounds like: peh-poy-ay-MEH-non

Translations: made, done, created, a thing made, a thing done

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle, meaning 'having been made' or 'having been done'. It describes something that has been completed or brought into existence. It can function as an adjective modifying a noun, or as a substantive (a noun) referring to the thing that has been made or done.

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

Synonyms: ΓΕΓΟΝΟΣ, ΕΡΓΟΝ, ΠΡΑΓΜΑ

G0537

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-PAN-tes

Translations: all, everyone, the whole, every

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'all' or 'everyone'. It is a compound word formed from the preposition 'ἀπό' (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the adjective 'πᾶς' (pas), meaning 'all' or 'every'. It is used to emphasize the totality or completeness of a group or thing, often translated as 'all without exception' or 'the whole of'. It can be used to describe people or things.

Inflection: Nominative, Masculine, Plural

Synonyms: ΠΑΝΤΕΣ, ΟΛΟΙ

Etymology: The word ἅπας (hapas) is a compound of the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the adjective πᾶς (pas), meaning 'all' or 'every'. The combination emphasizes the sense of 'all' or 'the whole' in a comprehensive manner.

G4311

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pros-oh-THOO-sin

Translations: to push forward, to drive forward, to thrust forward, to propel, to urge on

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition ΠΡΟΣ (pros), meaning 'to' or 'towards', and the verb ΩΘΕΩ (otheo), meaning 'to push' or 'to thrust'. It describes the action of pushing or driving something or someone forward, often with force or urgency. It can be used to describe physically pushing an object or metaphorically urging someone towards a particular action or outcome.

Inflection: Third Person, Plural, Present Tense, Active Voice, Indicative Mood

Synonyms: ΩΘΕΩ, ΕΚΩΘΕΩ, ΑΠΩΘΕΩ

G5108

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: toy-OO-toh

Translations: (to) such, (to) such a one, (to) such a kind, (by) such, (by) such a one, (by) such a kind

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'such' or 'of such a kind'. It is used to describe a person or thing that is of the nature or quality previously mentioned or implied. As an adjective, it agrees with the noun it modifies in gender, number, and case. In this dative singular form, it can indicate the indirect object ('to such a one') or an instrument/means ('by such a one').

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΤΟΙΟΣΔΕ, ΟΙΟΣ

G3891

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: pa-RA-no-mon

Translations: unlawful, illegal, lawless, wicked, an unlawful thing

Notes: This word describes something that is contrary to law, illegal, or lawless. It can refer to actions, things, or persons that violate established legal or moral codes. It is used to denote a state of being outside the bounds of what is permissible or just.

Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑΝΟΜΟΣ, ΑΘΕΜΙΤΟΣ

Etymology: The word is a compound of παρά (para), meaning 'beside, contrary to', and νόμος (nomos), meaning 'law'. Thus, it literally means 'contrary to law'.

G4845

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soon-eh-BEH

Translations: it happened, it came to pass, it occurred, it befell

Notes: This is an impersonal verb form meaning 'it happened' or 'it occurred'. It describes an event or circumstance that took place, often used to introduce a consequence or a development in a narrative. It is typically used in the third person singular.

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

Synonyms: ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ, ΕΓΕΝΕΤΟ, ΑΠΟΒΑΙΝΩ

Etymology: The word συμβαίνω (symbainō) is a compound word formed from the preposition σύν (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and the verb βαίνω (bainō), meaning 'to go' or 'to step'. Thus, it literally means 'to go together' or 'to come together', which evolved into the meaning 'to happen' or 'to occur'.

G2348

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: tha-NEIN

Translations: to die, to be dead

Notes: This word is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'θνήσκω' (thnēskō), meaning 'to die'. As an infinitive, it functions like a verbal noun and can be used to express the act of dying or to complete the meaning of another verb, often translated as 'to die' or 'dying'. It refers to the cessation of life.

Inflection: Infinitive, Aorist, Active

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΘΝΗΣΚΩ, ΤΕΛΕΥΤΑΩ

Etymology: The word 'θνήσκω' (thnēskō) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to die'. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages that also convey the concept of death.

G3366

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: MEE-deh

Translations: neither, nor, not even, and not

Notes: ΜΗΔΕ is a compound word formed from the negative particle μή (mē, 'not') and the conjunction δέ (de, 'but, and'). It is used to introduce a negative clause, often following another negative clause, conveying the sense of 'neither...nor' or 'not even'. It is primarily used with non-indicative moods, such as the imperative or subjunctive, to express prohibitions or negative conditions.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΥΔΕ

Etymology: ΜΗΔΕ is a compound word derived from the negative particle μή (mē), meaning 'not', and the postpositive conjunction δέ (de), meaning 'but' or 'and'.

G1093

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: GAYS

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΧΩΡΑ, ΑΓΡΟΣ

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

G5177

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: TIN-khan-ON-tah

Translations: obtaining, having obtained, happening, meeting, encountering, reaching, attaining, falling upon, a happening, an obtaining

Notes: This word is a present active participle, masculine or neuter, accusative singular, or neuter nominative/accusative plural, derived from the verb 'τυγχάνω'. It describes an action of obtaining, happening, meeting, or encountering something. It can be used to describe someone who is currently in the process of obtaining or meeting something, or something that is currently happening.

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

Synonyms: ΕΥΡΙΣΚΩ, ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΣΥΜΒΑΙΝΩ

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: meh-neh-LAH-on

Translations: Menelaus

Notes: This is a proper noun referring to Menelaus, a legendary king of Sparta in ancient Greek mythology, husband of Helen of Troy, and a central figure in the Trojan War. As a proper noun, it is used to identify this specific individual.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine

Etymology: The name Menelaus is of Greek origin, meaning 'withstanding the people' or 'leader of the people'. It is derived from the Greek words μένος (menos, 'strength, spirit, might') and λαός (laos, 'people').

G3849

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: PAH-noo

Translations: very, exceedingly, altogether, quite, entirely, completely

Notes: This word is an adverb used to intensify the meaning of an adjective or another adverb. It conveys a sense of completeness or high degree, similar to 'very' or 'exceedingly' in English. It can be used to emphasize the extent or quality of something.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΛΙΑΝ, ΣΦΟΔΡΑ, ΜΑΛΑ

Etymology: From the root ΠΑΣ (PAS), meaning 'all' or 'every'. It developed into an adverb indicating 'altogether' or 'completely'.

G1893

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: eh-PEI

Translations: since, because, for, when, after, inasmuch as

Notes: This word functions as a conjunction or adverb, introducing a clause that provides a reason, cause, or time. As a conjunction, it can mean 'since' or 'because' when indicating a cause, or 'when' or 'after' when indicating time. As an adverb, it can mean 'for' or 'inasmuch as'. It often introduces a dependent clause that explains the main clause.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΟΤΙ, ΚΑΘΟΤΙ, ΕΠΕΙΔΗ

Etymology: From the preposition ἐπί (epi, 'upon, on') and the particle εἰ (ei, 'if'). It originally meant 'upon the condition that' or 'when'.

G1063

Part of Speech: Particle

Sounds like: gar

Translations: for, because, indeed, then, therefore

Notes: This word is a postpositive particle, meaning it typically appears second in a clause. It introduces a reason, explanation, or confirmation for what has just been stated. It can also indicate a logical consequence or a transition in thought, often translated as 'for' or 'because'. In some contexts, it can simply add emphasis or affirm a statement.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΟΤΙ, ΕΠΕΙ, ΟΥΝ

Etymology: The particle ΓΑΡ is believed to be a contraction of the particles γε (ge) meaning 'indeed' or 'at least' and ἄρα (ara) meaning 'then' or 'therefore'. It has been in use since ancient Greek.

G4931

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soon-eh-teh-LEH-sah-toh

Translations: completed, finished, accomplished, brought to an end

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition 'σύν' (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and the verb 'τελέω' (teleō), meaning 'to finish' or 'to bring to an end'. It means to complete, finish, or accomplish something fully. It is used to describe the act of bringing a task, process, or event to its conclusion.

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

Synonyms: ΤΕΛΕΩ, ΠΕΡΑΙΝΩ, ΕΚΤΕΛΕΩ

G4183

Part of Speech: Adjective, Adverb

Sounds like: POL-lah

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΠΛΕΙΩΝ, ΙΚΑΝΟΣ

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.

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.

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.

G4700

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: SPO-doss

Translations: ash, ashes, a heap of ashes

Notes: This word refers to ash or ashes, the powdery residue left after something has been burned. It is often used in a literal sense to describe the remnants of a fire. In ancient contexts, ashes could also symbolize mourning, repentance, or humility, as people would sometimes sit in or sprinkle themselves with ashes as a sign of grief or contrition.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΤΕΦΡΑ

Etymology: The word ΣΠΟΔΟΣ is of uncertain origin, possibly related to the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to scatter' or 'to sprinkle'.

G2865

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-KO-mee-sah-toh

Translations: he received, she received, it received, he carried, she carried, it carried, he brought, she brought, it brought

Notes: This is a verb meaning to carry, to bring, or to receive. In the middle voice, as it is here, it often means to receive for oneself, to get back, or to obtain. It describes an action completed in the past by a third person singular subject.

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

Synonyms: ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΦΕΡΩ, ΚΤΩΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word κομίζω is derived from the Proto-Indo-European root *kem-, meaning 'to grasp, to hold'. It is related to words signifying care or provision.

G0926

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: beh-bah-REE-may-nos

Translations: weighed down, burdened, heavy, oppressed

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle, meaning 'having been weighed down' or 'having become heavy'. It describes a state of being burdened, oppressed, or made heavy, often in a figurative sense referring to one's mind, heart, or spirit. It can be used to describe someone who is overwhelmed by troubles, sorrow, or sleep.

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

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΒΑΡΥΝΩ, ΚΑΤΑΒΑΡΥΝΩ

Etymology: From ΒΑΡΥΣ (BARUS), meaning 'heavy'.

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.

G2556

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: kheh-REE-stah

Translations: worst, the worst, very bad, most evil, most wicked

Notes: This word is the superlative form of the adjective 'κακός' (kakos), meaning 'bad' or 'evil'. As a superlative, it indicates the highest degree of badness, translating to 'worst' or 'most evil'. It can be used to describe things, actions, or people as being of the lowest quality or most morally corrupt. In the neuter plural, as seen in the examples, it often refers to 'the worst things' or 'the worst deeds'.

Inflection: Superlative, Neuter, Plural, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΚΑΚΙΣΤΑ, ΠΟΝΗΡΟΤΑΤΑ, ΑΝΟΜΩΤΑΤΑ

Etymology: The root word 'κακός' (kakos) is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek. It has cognates in other Indo-European languages, but its precise etymology is debated.

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ge-go-NO-ton

Translations: of those who have become, of those who have happened, of those who have been, of things that have happened, of things that have been done

Notes: This word is the genitive plural perfect participle of the verb 'γίνομαι' (ginomai), meaning 'to become,' 'to happen,' or 'to be.' As a participle, it functions like an adjective or a noun, describing someone or something that has undergone the action of becoming or happening. In this form, it refers to 'of those who have become/happened' or 'of things that have happened/been done,' often implying a completed state or event.

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

Synonyms: ΟΝΤΩΝ, ΥΠΑΡΧΟΝΤΩΝ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'to come into being' or 'to be born.' It is related to the English word 'kin' and 'genesis'.

G1731

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: en-DEIK-so-me-nos

Translations: about to show, going to demonstrate, to show, to demonstrate, to prove, to exhibit

Notes: This word is a future participle, indicating an action that is about to happen or intended to happen. It means 'about to show' or 'going to demonstrate'. It is used to express the purpose or future action of the subject, often implying a public display or proof of something.

Inflection: Future, Middle/Passive, Masculine, Singular, Nominative

Synonyms: ΔΕΙΞΟΜΕΝΟΣ, ΑΠΟΔΕΙΞΟΜΕΝΟΣ

Etymology: The word ἘΝΔΕΊΚΝΥΜΙ is a compound word formed from the preposition ἘΝ (en), meaning 'in' or 'among', and the verb ΔΕΊΚΝΥΜΙ (deiknymi), meaning 'to show' or 'to point out'. Thus, it means 'to show in' or 'to demonstrate among'.

G3335

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: meh-ta-la-BOHN

Translations: taking, having taken, partaking, sharing, receiving, obtaining

Notes: This word is a compound participle, formed from the preposition μετά (meta), meaning 'with' or 'after', and the verb λαμβάνω (lambano), meaning 'to take' or 'to receive'. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred or is occurring, often functioning adverbially or adjectivally. It signifies the act of taking a share, participating in something, or receiving something.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Masculine, Singular, Nominative

Synonyms: ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΚΟΙΝΩΝΕΩ, ΜΕΤΕΧΩ

G2448

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ee-oo-DAHS

Translations: Judas, Judah

Notes: This is a proper noun referring to a person or a geographical region. In the New Testament, it most commonly refers to Judas Iscariot, one of the twelve apostles who betrayed Jesus, or to Judas, the brother of Jesus. It can also refer to the tribe of Judah or the kingdom of Judah in the Old Testament context. It is used as a subject or object in sentences.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative

Etymology: From Hebrew יְהוּדָה (Yehudah), meaning 'praised'. It refers to the fourth son of Jacob and Leah, and subsequently to the tribe and kingdom descended from him.

G3853

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: par-ang-GEL-len

Translations: he commanded, he ordered, he instructed, he charged, he gave orders

Notes: This word describes the act of giving a command, order, or instruction. It implies a directive from a position of authority or a clear communication of what is to be done. It is often used in contexts where someone is charged with a specific task or responsibility.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΕΝΤΕΛΛΟΜΑΙ, ΚΕΛΕΥΩ, ΠΡΟΣΤΑΤΤΩ

Etymology: The word ΠΑΡΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ is a compound word formed from the preposition παρά (para), meaning 'beside' or 'from', and the verb ἀγγέλλω (angellō), meaning 'to announce' or 'to report'. Thus, it originally conveyed the idea of announcing something from beside someone, or giving a message directly.

G1223

Part of Speech: Preposition, Numeral

Sounds like: DEE

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΕΚ, ΥΠΟ, ΕΝΕΚΕΝ

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

G1941

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-pee-kah-LEH-sas-thai

Translations: to call upon, to appeal to, to invoke, to name, to surname

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἘΠΙ (upon, over) and the verb ΚΑΛΕΩ (to call). It means to call upon someone, often in a formal or solemn way, such as appealing to a higher authority, invoking a deity, or giving a name or surname to someone. It is used when someone is being called upon for help, judgment, or identification.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle or Passive Voice, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΚΑΛΕΩ, ΠΡΟΣΚΑΛΕΩ, ΑΙΤΕΩ

Etymology: The word ΕΠΙΚΑΛΕΩ is formed from the prefix ἘΠΙ (epi), meaning 'upon' or 'over', and the verb ΚΑΛΕΩ (kaleō), meaning 'to call'.

G1519, G1487, G1488

Part of Speech: Preposition, Conjunction, Verb

Sounds like: E

Translations: into, to, for, unto, in, if, you are

Notes: This word is an elided form, indicated by the coronis (the apostrophe-like mark) at the end. It most commonly represents the preposition 'εἰς' (eis), meaning 'into, to, for', especially when followed by a vowel. It can also represent the conjunction 'εἰ' (ei), meaning 'if', or the verb 'εἶ' (ei), meaning 'you are'. In the provided examples, it functions as the preposition 'into' or 'to', indicating motion towards a place or object. It is used with the accusative case.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as an elided form); the original words it represents have their own inflections (e.g., 'εἰς' is a preposition and does not inflect; 'εἰ' is a conjunction and does not inflect; 'εἶ' is a verb, 2nd Person Singular, Present, Indicative, Active).

G4218

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: PO-teh

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΟΤΕΡΟΝ, ΠΟΤΕΡΟΣ

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

G0243

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: AL-loh-teh

Translations: at another time, formerly, once, sometimes, at other times

Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'at another time' or 'formerly'. It is used to indicate a different point in time from the present or a past occasion. It can also mean 'sometimes' or 'at other times' when used in a repetitive context, often paired with itself (e.g., 'ἈΛΛΟΤΕ ἈΛΛΟΤΕ' meaning 'at one time... at another time').

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΟΤΕ, ΠΑΛΑΙ, ΠΡΟΤΕΡΟΝ

Etymology: This word is formed from the Greek word 'ἄλλος' (allos), meaning 'other', combined with the temporal suffix '-τε' (-te), which indicates 'when' or 'at that time'.

G1947

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-pee-boh-ay-THEH-een

Translations: to help, to come to the aid of, to assist, to give aid

Notes: This word is a compound verb meaning 'to come to the aid of' or 'to help'. It is formed from the preposition 'ἐπί' (upon, to) and the verb 'βοηθέω' (to help, to come to the rescue). It describes the action of providing assistance or support to someone, often in a situation of need or distress. It can be used in sentences where one person or group is actively helping another.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΒΟΗΘΕΩ, ΣΥΝΑΝΤΙΛΑΜΒΑΝΟΜΑΙ, ΣΥΝΕΡΓΕΩ

Etymology: The word ἘΠΙΒΟΗΘΕΩ is a compound of the preposition ἐπί (epi), meaning 'upon' or 'to', and the verb βοηθέω (boētheō), meaning 'to help' or 'to come to the rescue'. The verb βοηθέω itself comes from βοή (boē), 'a cry', and θέω (theō), 'to run', implying 'to run to a cry for help'.

G2413

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: ee-eh-ROO

Translations: of holy, of sacred, of a temple, of the temple, of the sanctuary

Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of the adjective 'ΙΕΡΟΣ' (hieros), meaning 'holy' or 'sacred'. When used with the definite article, it often functions as a noun, referring to 'the temple' or 'the sanctuary'. It indicates possession or origin, answering the question 'whose?' or 'from what?'. For example, 'the beauty of the temple' or 'the things of the sanctuary'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΑΓΙΟΥ, ΝΑΟΥ, ΒΗΛΟΥ

G4734

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: steh-REH-sthai

Translations: to be deprived of, to be bereft of, to be lacking, to be without

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to be deprived of' or 'to be bereft of'. It is often used to indicate a state of lacking something, or having something taken away. It typically takes a genitive object, meaning 'to be deprived of X'. For example, one might be deprived of their rights, their homeland, or their possessions.

Inflection: Present, Passive, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΥΣΤΕΡΕΩ, ΕΝΔΕΩ

Etymology: The word στερέω comes from the Greek word στερεός (stereos), meaning 'firm' or 'solid'. The verb form developed the meaning of 'to make firm' or 'to deprive', with the latter sense possibly arising from the idea of 'making something firm' by taking away what is not essential, or 'making something firm' by removing it from someone's possession.

G3195

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: MEL-loo-sin

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

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

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

Synonyms: ἘΣΟΜΑΙ, ΟΦΕΙΛΩ

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

G1024

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: bra-KHEH-ohs

Translations: briefly, for a short time, in a short space

Notes: This word is an adverb derived from the adjective 'βραχύς' (brachys), meaning 'short'. It is used to describe actions or states that occur for a limited duration or in a concise manner. It indicates something done quickly, briefly, or for a short period.

Inflection: Does not inflect (adverbial form)

Synonyms: ΟΛΙΓΩΣ, ΣΥΝΤΟΜΩΣ

Etymology: The word 'βραχέως' is derived from the adjective 'βραχύς' (brachys), meaning 'short' or 'small'. It is formed by adding the adverbial suffix -έως to the stem of the adjective.

G0328

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: an-ep-sy-KHO-tah

Translations: refreshed, revived, restored, having refreshed, having revived, having restored

Notes: This word is a perfect active participle, indicating an action that has been completed and has ongoing results. It describes someone or something that has been refreshed, revived, or restored, often in a spiritual or emotional sense, but can also refer to physical refreshment. It functions like an adjective or adverb in a sentence, modifying a noun or verb.

Inflection: Perfect, Active, Participle, Accusative, Singular, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΝΑΚΑΙΝΙΖΩ, ΑΝΑΖΩΠΥΡΕΩ

Etymology: The word ἀναψύχω (anapsychō) is a compound word formed from ἀνά (ana), meaning 'up' or 'again', and ψύχω (psychō), meaning 'to cool' or 'to breathe'. Thus, it literally means 'to cool again' or 'to breathe again', leading to the sense of refreshing or reviving.

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.

G1439

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-AH-sai

Translations: to allow, to permit, to let, to suffer, to give up, to leave alone

Notes: This word is an aorist active infinitive of the verb 'ἐάω' (eao). It means 'to allow,' 'to permit,' or 'to let' something happen. It can also mean 'to suffer' or 'to give up' something, or 'to leave someone or something alone.' It is often used in constructions where one person allows or permits another to do something, or where a situation is allowed to continue.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΑΦΙΗΜΙ, ΣΥΓΧΩΡΕΩ, ΕΠΙΤΡΕΠΩ

Etymology: The verb 'ἐάω' (eao) is of uncertain origin, possibly related to the root *se- meaning 'to send, to throw'.

G5259

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: hoo-po-KHEI-ree-oos

Translations: subject, under control, in subjection, under the hand of, those subject to, those under control

Notes: This word describes someone or something that is under the power, authority, or control of another. It is a compound word formed from 'ὑπό' (hypo), meaning 'under', and 'χείρ' (cheir), meaning 'hand'. Therefore, it literally means 'under hand' or 'under one's hand'. It is used to indicate a state of being subordinate or subservient.

Inflection: Accusative, Plural, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΥΠΟΤΑΚΤΟΣ, ΔΟΥΛΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΥΠΟΧΕΙΡΙΟΣ is a compound of the preposition ΥΠΟ (hypo), meaning 'under', and the noun ΧΕΙΡ (cheir), meaning 'hand'. It describes a state of being literally 'under the hand' or control of someone.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ge-NEH-sthai

Translations: to become, to be, to happen, to come to pass, to arise, to be made, to be born

Notes: This word is the aorist middle infinitive form of the verb 'γίνομαι' (ginomai). It signifies the action of coming into being, happening, or being made. It can also mean to be born or to arise. As an infinitive, it often functions like 'to become' or 'to happen' in English, frequently used after verbs that express desire, ability, or necessity.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΕΙΜΙ, ΥΠΑΡΧΩ, ΠΟΙΕΩ

G0846

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.

G4160

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: poy-ay-SAN-ton

Translations: of having made, of having done, of having produced, of having created, of having performed

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'ποιέω' (poieō), meaning 'to make,' 'to do,' 'to produce,' 'to create,' or 'to perform.' As a participle, it functions like an adjective while retaining verbal qualities, often indicating an action that has already occurred. In this genitive plural form, it typically modifies a noun or pronoun in the genitive case, indicating 'of those who have made/done' something.

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΑΤΤΩ, ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ, ΤΙΘΗΜΙ

G2661

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tah-xee-oh-SAN-ton

Translations: of those who were deemed worthy, of those who were counted worthy, of those who were made worthy

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'καταξιόω' (kataxioō), meaning 'to deem worthy' or 'to count worthy'. As a participle, it describes the action of those who were deemed worthy or considered deserving of something. It is used to refer to a group of people who have been made worthy or have achieved a state of worthiness.

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

Synonyms: ΑΞΙΟΩ, ΕΥΔΟΚΕΩ

G0088

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: ah-dee-ah-LEIP-tohs

Translations: unceasingly, constantly, without ceasing, continually, without intermission

Notes: This word is an adverb meaning "unceasingly" or "continually." It describes an action that happens without interruption or pause. It is a compound word formed from the negative prefix ἀ- (a-, meaning "not") and διαλείπω (dialeipō), which means "to leave off" or "to intermit." Thus, it literally means "not leaving off" or "without intermission." It is used to emphasize the continuous nature of an action or state.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΑΝΤΟΤΕ, ΔΙΑΠΑΝΤΟΣ

G3870

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

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

Translations: having called alongside, having summoned, having invited, having exhorted, having encouraged, having comforted, having entreated

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle of the verb 'παρακαλέω'. It describes an action completed in the past by the subject of the main verb. The verb itself is a compound word formed from 'παρά' (beside, alongside) and 'καλέω' (to call). Therefore, it literally means 'to call to one's side'. Depending on the context, it can mean to summon someone, to invite them, to exhort or encourage them, or to comfort or entreat them.

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΚΑΛΕΩ, ΠΡΟΤΡΕΠΩ, ΠΑΡΑΜΥΘΕΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word 'παρακαλέω' is derived from the preposition 'παρά' (para), meaning 'beside' or 'alongside', and the verb 'καλέω' (kaleō), meaning 'to call'. It signifies the act of calling someone to one's side for various purposes.

G3854

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-ra-GI-nes-thai

Translations: to come, to arrive, to be present, to appear, to come alongside

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition παρά (para), meaning 'beside' or 'alongside', and the verb γίνομαι (ginomai), meaning 'to become' or 'to come into being'. As a whole, it means to come to a place, to arrive, or to be present. It can describe someone arriving at a location or an event coming to pass.

Inflection: Present Infinitive, Middle or Passive Voice

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΗΚΩ, ΠΡΟΣΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the preposition παρά (para), meaning 'beside, alongside', and the verb γίνομαι (ginomai), meaning 'to become, to come into being'.

G2596

Part of Speech: Preposition, Prefix

Sounds like: kath

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΕΠΙ, ΔΙΑ

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

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: geh-NO-meh-nos

Translations: having become, being, happened, arisen, a having become, a being

Notes: This word is an aorist middle participle of the verb 'γίνομαι' (ginomai), meaning 'to become', 'to happen', or 'to come into being'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has already occurred or is completed in relation to the main verb of the sentence. It can be translated as 'having become', 'being', or 'when he/it became'. It often indicates a state or condition resulting from a past action.

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

Synonyms: ΕΓΕΝΕΤΟ, ΕΓΕΝΗΘΗ

G1011

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-boo-LEH-oo-sah-toh

Translations: he planned, he purposed, he decided, he consulted, he deliberated

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to plan, to counsel, to decide, or to deliberate. It describes an action of forming a purpose or intention, often after careful consideration. It is used to indicate that someone has made a decision or formed a plan.

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

Synonyms: ΒΟΥΛΕΥΟΜΑΙ, ΣΥΜΒΟΥΛΕΥΩ, ΠΡΟΑΙΡΕΩ

Etymology: The word ΒΟΥΛΕΥΩ comes from the noun βουλή (boulē), meaning 'counsel' or 'plan', which itself is related to βούλομαι (boulomai), meaning 'to wish' or 'to will'.

G4250

Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction

Sounds like: PRIN

Translations: before, sooner, until, ere

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΡΟ, ΠΡΟΤΕΡΟΝ

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

G4756

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: strah-TEV-mah

Translations: army, a body of troops, a troop, a soldier

Notes: This word refers to an army, a body of soldiers, or a military force. It can also refer to an individual soldier within such a force. It is used to describe a group of armed men organized for warfare or military service.

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

Synonyms: ΣΤΡΑΤΟΣ, ΔΥΝΑΜΙΣ, ΠΑΡΕΜΒΟΛΗ

Etymology: The word ΣΤΡΑΤΕΥΜΑ is derived from the verb στρατεύω (strateuō), meaning 'to make war' or 'to serve as a soldier', which in turn comes from στρατός (stratos), meaning 'army' or 'encamped army'.

G1468

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: eng-KRA-tays

Translations: self-controlled, temperate, continent, master of, in control of, self-controlled ones, temperate ones

Notes: This word describes someone who has mastery over themselves, particularly over their desires, passions, or appetites. It can also mean being in control or master of something external. It is a compound word formed from the preposition 'ἐν' (in) and the noun 'κράτος' (strength, power, dominion), literally meaning 'in power' or 'having power over'.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Accusative, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΩΦΡΩΝ, ΕΥΚΡΑΤΗΣ

G1831

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ex-EL-thon-tas

Translations: having gone out, having come out, having departed, having gone forth

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle, meaning 'having gone out' or 'having come out'. It describes an action that has been completed before the main action of the sentence. It is often used to indicate the completion of a movement from an inside to an outside location, or a departure from a place or situation. For example, it could be used in a phrase like 'the men, having gone out, saw the city'.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΕΚΒΑΙΝΩ, ΑΠΟΒΑΙΝΩ

G2919

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kree-NAI

Translations: to judge, to decide, to separate, to condemn, to rule

Notes: This word is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'κρίνω'. It means 'to judge' or 'to decide' and is used to express the action of making a judgment, decision, or separation. It can also imply condemnation or ruling, depending on the context.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΔΙΑΚΡΙΝΩ, ΚΑΤΑΚΡΙΝΩ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *krey- (to sift, discriminate, distinguish). It is related to words meaning 'to separate' or 'to discern'.

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.

G0996

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: boh-AY-thee-ah

Translations: help, aid, assistance, a help, an aid

Notes: This word refers to the act of providing assistance or support to someone in need. It can be used in various contexts to describe any form of aid, whether physical, moral, or spiritual. It is often used to describe divine intervention or support.

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

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΚΟΥΡΙΑ, ΣΥΝΔΡΟΜΗ

Etymology: From βοήθεια (boētheia), meaning 'help, aid', from βοήθειν (boēthein), 'to come to aid', from βοή (boē), 'a cry, shout' + θέειν (theein), 'to run'.

G1325

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: DOOS

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine, Aorist, Active

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΕΧΩΝ, ΧΑΡΙΖΟΜΕΝΟΣ

G2962

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KOO-ree-OH

Translations: to the Lord, for the Lord, to the master, for the master, to an owner, for an owner

Notes: This word is the dative singular form of the noun ΚΥΡΙΟΣ, meaning 'Lord,' 'master,' or 'owner.' In the dative case, it typically indicates the indirect object of an action, the recipient, or the beneficiary. It is commonly used in religious contexts to refer to God or Jesus Christ, but can also refer to a human master or owner. For example, it might be used in phrases like 'to give thanks to the Lord' or 'to serve the master.'

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΔΕΣΠΟΤΗΣ

G2889

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KOS-moo

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

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

Inflection: Genitive, Singular, Masculine

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΟΥΜΕΝΗΣ, ΑΙΩΝΟΣ, ΚΟΣΜΗΜΑΤΟΣ

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

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).

G3360

Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb, Conjunction

Sounds like: MEKH-ree

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

Notes: This word indicates a point in time or space that is reached, meaning 'until' or 'up to'. As a preposition, it takes the genitive case and specifies the limit of an action or state. As an adverb, it can modify verbs or clauses, indicating duration or extent. As a conjunction, it introduces a temporal clause, meaning 'while' or 'until'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΩΣ, ΑΧΡΙ

Etymology: From an assumed base *mekh-, perhaps related to μέγας (megas, “great”) or μήκος (mēkos, “length”). It denotes a limit or extent.

G4160

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-poy-AY-sah-toh

Translations: made, did, performed, accomplished, produced, caused, made for himself, did for himself

Notes: This is an inflected form of the verb 'ποιέω' (poieō), meaning 'to make' or 'to do'. In the middle voice, as seen here, it often implies that the action is done by the subject for themselves, or for their own benefit, or that the subject is involved in the result of the action. It can be used in various contexts, such as making something, performing an action, or causing an event.

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΑΤΤΩ, ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ

G4902

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: soon-THEH-mah

Translations: sign, a sign, signal, a signal, password, a password, watchword, a watchword, agreement, an agreement, covenant, a covenant

Notes: This word is a noun referring to a sign, signal, or password. It can also denote an agreement or covenant. It is often used in contexts where a pre-arranged sign or word is given to convey a message or to identify someone, similar to a military watchword or a secret code. It is a compound word formed from 'σύν' (together with) and 'τίθημι' (to place, set).

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative or Vocative

Synonyms: ΣΗΜΕΙΟΝ, ΣΥΝΘΕΣΙΣ, ΛΟΓΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΣΥΝΘΗΜΑ is derived from the verb συντίθημι (syntithēmi), meaning 'to put together' or 'to agree'. It combines the prefix σύν (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and the verb τίθημι (tithēmi), meaning 'to place' or 'to set'.

G0001

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: ah-RIS-ton

Translations: best, excellent, noblest, bravest, a best one, an excellent one

Notes: This word describes something or someone as being the best, most excellent, or noblest in quality or character. It can be used as an adjective to modify a noun, or as a noun itself to refer to 'the best one' or 'an excellent person'. In the provided examples, it appears to be used as an adjective, likely modifying 'young men' (νεανισκων) to mean 'the best young men' or 'excellent young men'.

Inflection: Masculine, Genitive, Plural

Synonyms: ΑΓΑΘΟΣ, ΚΑΛΟΣ, ΕΚΛΕΚΤΟΣ

Etymology: The word ἄριστος (aristos) is a superlative form of ἀγαθός (agathos, 'good'). It is related to the verb ἀρέσκω (areskō, 'to please') and ultimately derives from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to fit together' or 'to be good'.

G2919

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: keh-kree-MEH-nohn

Translations: of having been judged, of having been decided, of having been chosen, of having been determined, of having been condemned

Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the perfect passive participle of the verb 'κρίνω'. It describes something that has already been judged, decided, chosen, or condemned. It functions adjectivally, modifying a noun in the genitive plural, indicating possession or relationship to the action of judging or deciding.

Inflection: Perfect, Passive, Participle, Genitive, Plural, All genders

Synonyms: ΔΕΔΟΓΜΕΝΩΝ, ΔΙΑΚΕΚΡΙΜΕΝΩΝ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, related to the idea of separating or distinguishing. In Greek, it evolved to mean 'to separate, to distinguish, to judge, to decide'.

G1949

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: eh-pee-bal-OHN

Translations: throwing upon, casting upon, laying upon, putting on, attacking, assailing, applying, adding, falling upon, seizing, undertaking

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb 'epiballō'. It describes an action of throwing, casting, or laying something upon something else, often with force or intention. It can also mean to attack, assail, or fall upon someone or something. In some contexts, it can refer to applying oneself to a task or undertaking something. It implies a sudden or decisive action.

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΒΑΛΛΩ, ΕΠΙΤΙΘΗΜΙ, ΕΠΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word 'epiballō' is a compound verb formed from the preposition 'epi' (upon, on, over) and the verb 'ballō' (to throw, cast).

G0337

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: an-EI-len

Translations: he took up, he took away, he destroyed, he killed, he slew

Notes: The word ἀναιρέω generally means 'to take up' or 'to take away'. Depending on the context, it can also mean 'to destroy' or 'to kill'. ἈΝΕΙΛΕΝ is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of this verb, indicating a completed action in the past by a single subject (he, she, or it). For example, it could be used in a sentence like 'He killed him' or 'He took him away'.

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

Synonyms: ἈΠΟΚΤΕΙΝΩ, ἈΠΟΛΛΥΜΙ, ἈΦΑΙΡΕΩ

Etymology: The word ἀναιρέω is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἀνά (aná), meaning 'up' or 'again', and the verb αἱρέω (hairéō), meaning 'to take' or 'to seize'. Thus, its core meaning is 'to take up' or 'to take away'.

G1365

Part of Speech: Numeral

Sounds like: diss-KHEE-lee-oos

Translations: two thousand

Notes: This word means 'two thousand'. It is a compound word formed from 'δύο' (two) and 'χίλιοι' (thousand). It is used to indicate a quantity of two thousand units of something. For example, it could be used in a sentence like 'two thousand men' or 'two thousand years'.

Inflection: Accusative, Plural, Masculine or Feminine or Neuter

Etymology: The word ΔΙΣΧΙΛΙΟΙ is a compound of δύο (dyo), meaning 'two', and χίλιοι (chilioi), meaning 'thousand'. It is a direct combination of these two numerical terms.

G4409

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: proh-TEH-oo-on-tah

Translations: leading, chief, foremost, having preeminence, being first

Notes: This word is a present active participle, meaning 'being first' or 'having preeminence'. It describes someone or something that holds the chief or most important position. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun, or adverbially, describing an action.

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΩΤΟΣ, ΠΡΩΤΕΥΣ

Etymology: The word πρωτεύω (prōteuō) comes from the Greek word πρῶτος (prōtos), meaning 'first' or 'foremost'.

G2596

Part of Speech: Prefix, Preposition

Sounds like: KAT

Translations: down, against, according to, throughout, during

Notes: This is an elided form of the Greek preposition 'κατά' (kata), which means 'down', 'against', 'according to', 'throughout', or 'during'. It is frequently used as a prefix in compound verbs and nouns, indicating a downward motion, completion, intensity, or opposition. For example, in 'κατέβη' (katebē), it means 'went down', and in 'καταπιεῖν' (katapiein), it means 'to swallow down'. The final alpha (α) is often dropped when the next word or part of the compound begins with a vowel, or when it's followed by certain consonants.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a prefix); functions as a preposition that takes the genitive or accusative case.

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΕΙΣ, ΕΠΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *kmt- 'down, with, against'. It is a common Greek preposition that has been used since ancient times.

G4934

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soon-eh-THEE-ken

Translations: he/she/it agreed, he/she/it arranged, he/she/it put together, he/she/it made a covenant, he/she/it conspired

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb ΣΥΝΤΙΘΗΜΙ. It means 'he, she, or it agreed', 'arranged', 'put together', 'made a covenant', or 'conspired'. It is a compound verb formed from the preposition ΣΥΝ (meaning 'with' or 'together') and the verb ΤΙΘΗΜΙ (meaning 'to put' or 'to place'). Therefore, its core meaning involves putting things together or coming together, often in agreement or arrangement.

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

Synonyms: ΟΜΟΛΟΓΕΩ, ΣΥΜΦΩΝΕΩ, ΣΥΝΤΑΣΣΩ

G5056

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: TEH-los

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΠΕΡΑΣ, ΣΥΝΤΕΛΕΙΑ, ΤΕΛΕΥΤΗ

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

G4137

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ep-LAY-roh-san

Translations: they filled, they fulfilled, they completed, they accomplished, they made full, they brought to an end

Notes: This word describes the action of filling something, making it full, or bringing something to completion or fulfillment. It can refer to filling a container, fulfilling a prophecy, completing a task, or accomplishing a purpose. In the provided examples, it is used to describe filling something with an abstract quality (like 'terror' or 'piety') or completing a state.

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

Synonyms: ΤΕΛΕΩ, ἈΝΑΠΛΗΡΟΩ, ἘΚΠΛΗΡΟΩ

G1590

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eks-EH-loo-san

Translations: they released, they loosened, they set free, they dissolved, they weakened, they fainted

Notes: This is the third person plural aorist active indicative form of the verb ἐκλύω (eklyō). It means 'they released', 'they loosened', 'they set free', 'they dissolved', 'they weakened', or 'they fainted'. The specific meaning often depends on the context. It can refer to physically releasing something, or metaphorically to becoming weak or faint, or to dissolving/breaking up a group or situation.

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

Synonyms: ΑΝΙΗΜΙ, ΛΥΩ, ΑΦΙΗΜΙ

G2235

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: AY-day

Translations: already, now, by this time, forthwith, even now

Notes: This word is an adverb used to indicate that something has happened or is happening at the present moment, or has happened prior to the present moment. It can convey a sense of immediacy or completion. For example, it can mean 'already' when referring to something that has taken place, or 'now' when emphasizing the current time.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΝΥΝ, ΑΥΤΙΚΑ, ΕΥΘΕΩΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *h₁eh₂dʰ- (to be present, to be here). It is related to the demonstrative pronoun 'ho' (this) and the particle 'de' (now, indeed).

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.

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'.

G1803

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: ep-ah-ray-GOO-san

Translations: helping, aiding, assisting, succoring

Notes: This word is a present active participle, indicating an ongoing action of providing help or assistance. It describes something or someone that is actively giving aid or support. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun, or adverbially, describing how an action is performed.

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

Synonyms: ΒΟΗΘΕΩ, ΣΥΝΕΡΓΕΩ

Etymology: The word ἐπαρηγέω (eparegeo) is a compound word formed from the preposition ἐπί (epi), meaning 'upon' or 'in addition to', and ἀρηγέω (aregeo), meaning 'to help' or 'to assist'.

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.

G4637

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ske-PAYN

Translations: shelter, a shelter, covering, a covering, protection, a protection

Notes: This word refers to a physical covering or a place that provides refuge and safety. It can be used to describe a literal roof or a metaphorical sense of divine protection.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΚΕΠΑΣΜΑ, ΣΚΕΠΑΣΤΡΟΝ, ΚΑΤΑΦΥΓΗ

Etymology: The word ΣΚΕΠΗ (skepē) comes from the verb σκέπτομαι (skeptomai), meaning 'to look at, to consider, to examine,' which also developed the sense of 'to look out for, to protect.'

G2983

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: ee-LAY-fohs

Translations: having taken, having received, having gotten, who has taken, who has received, who has gotten

Notes: This word is the perfect active participle of the verb 'λαμβάνω' (lambanō), meaning 'to take' or 'to receive'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has been completed in the past and has ongoing results. It can be translated as 'having taken' or 'having received', often implying a state resulting from that action. For example, 'the one having received' or 'he who has taken'.

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

Synonyms: ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΟΜΙΖΩ, ΚΤΩΜΑΙ

Etymology: The root verb 'λαμβάνω' (lambanō) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to grasp' or 'to take'. It is a very common verb in Koine Greek and has cognates in other Indo-European languages.

G1089

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: GHEV-mah

Translations: meal, a meal, breakfast, a breakfast, dinner, a dinner, taste, a taste

Notes: This word refers to a meal, often specifically the main meal of the day, such as dinner or supper. It can also refer to the act of tasting or the sensation of taste itself. In a sentence, it would be used to denote a specific eating occasion or the experience of flavor.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΔΕΙΠΝΟΝ, ΑΡΙΣΤΟΝ, ΒΡΩΜΑ

Etymology: From the verb γεύομαι (geuomai), meaning 'to taste' or 'to eat'.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: yoo-tol-MEE-as

Translations: (of) boldness, (of) daring, (of) courage, (of) audacity

Notes: This word refers to the quality of being bold, daring, or courageous. It describes a readiness to take risks or face danger, often implying a sense of confidence or fearlessness. It is used to describe the characteristic of someone who acts with bravery or audacity.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΘΑΡΣΟΣ, ΤΟΛΜΑ

Etymology: The word Εὐτολμία (eutolmia) is a compound word derived from the prefix εὐ- (eu-), meaning 'good' or 'well', and the noun τόλμα (tolma), meaning 'daring' or 'boldness'. Thus, it literally means 'good daring' or 'well-placed boldness'.

G2601

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tah-peh-RAH-sen

Translations: he tempted, he tested, he tried

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the prefix κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and the verb πειράζω (peirazo), meaning 'to test' or 'to tempt'. In this form, it means 'he tempted' or 'he tested thoroughly'. It describes an action of putting someone or something to the test, often with the intent to discover their true nature, limits, or weaknesses, or to provoke a reaction. It can imply a negative connotation, like tempting someone to do wrong, or a neutral one, like trying out a method.

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

Synonyms: ΠΕΙΡΑΖΩ, ΔΟΚΙΜΑΖΩ

G0967

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: bah-ee-thsoo-ROYSS

Translations: Beth-zur, to Beth-zur, at Beth-zur

Notes: This is a proper noun referring to Beth-zur, an ancient fortified city in Judea, located in the hill country of Judah. The form 'ΒΑΙΘΣΟΥΡΟΙΣ' is the dative plural, indicating 'to Beth-zur' or 'at Beth-zur' in a sentence, often used to denote location or direction.

Inflection: Plural, Dative, Feminine

Etymology: The name 'Beth-zur' is of Hebrew origin, meaning 'house of rock' or 'house of a rock'. It is a compound word formed from 'Beth' (house) and 'Zur' (rock).

G5432

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: froo-REE-on

Translations: fortress, a fortress, stronghold, a stronghold, garrison, a garrison

Notes: This word refers to a fortified place, such as a fortress, stronghold, or a place where a military garrison is stationed. It is used to describe a secure and defensible structure, often built for protection or as a military base.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΟΧΥΡΩΜΑ, ΠΥΡΓΟΣ, ΤΕΙΧΟΣ

Etymology: From the verb φρουρέω (phroureō), meaning 'to guard, to watch over', which itself comes from φύλαξ (phylax), meaning 'a guard'. Thus, it denotes a place that is guarded or watched over.

G3641

Part of Speech: Adjective, Adverb

Sounds like: o-LI-gon

Translations: little, a little, few, a few, small, a small amount, short, a short time, briefly

Notes: This word can function as an adjective meaning 'little' or 'few', or as an adverb meaning 'a little' or 'briefly'. As an adjective, it describes a small quantity or number of something. As an adverb, it indicates a small degree or duration of an action. It is often used to denote scarcity or brevity.

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

Synonyms: ΜΙΚΡΟΣ, ΒΡΑΧΥΣ

Etymology: The word ὈΛΙΓΟΣ (oligos) is of uncertain origin, but it is thought to be related to words meaning 'small' or 'scanty'.

G4314

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pros-AY-gen

Translations: he was bringing, he was leading, he was approaching, he was offering, he was presenting

Notes: This word describes the action of bringing someone or something to a particular place or person, or leading them forward. It can also mean to approach or to offer/present something. It is a compound word formed from the preposition πρός (pros), meaning 'to, toward, with', and the verb ἄγω (ago), meaning 'to lead, bring'.

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Imperfect Indicative, Active Voice

Synonyms: ΑΓΩ, ΦΕΡΩ, ΠΡΟΣΦΕΡΩ

G1163

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: DEH-on-tah

Translations: what is needed, what is proper, what is due, needs, necessities, proper things, due things

Notes: ΔΕΟΝΤΑ is a participle derived from the verb ΔΕΩ, which means 'to bind' or 'to need/ask for'. In this form, it refers to things that are necessary, proper, or due. It is often used substantively, meaning 'the things that are needed' or 'the necessities'. It can be used in sentences to refer to provisions, requirements, or appropriate actions.

Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Neuter, Plural, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΧΡΕΙΑ, ΑΝΑΓΚΑΙΑ, ΠΡΕΠΟΝΤΑ

G4316

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pros-ang-GEI-len

Translations: he announced, she announced, it announced, he reported, she reported, it reported, he proclaimed, she proclaimed, it proclaimed, he made known, she made known, it made known

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb προσάγγελλω (prosangellō). It means to announce, report, or proclaim something to someone. It describes an action that was completed in the past, often with the sense of bringing a message or news to a specific person or group.

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

Synonyms: ΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ, ΑΝΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ, ΚΗΡΥΣΣΩ

Etymology: The word προσάγγελλω is a compound verb formed from the preposition πρός (pros), meaning 'to' or 'towards,' and the verb ἀγγέλλω (angellō), meaning 'to announce' or 'to report.' The prefix πρός indicates direction or addition to the act of announcing.

G2638

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ka-te-LEEM-fthay

Translations: he was caught, she was caught, it was caught, he was seized, she was seized, it was seized, he was apprehended, she was apprehended, it was apprehended, he was overtaken, she was overtaken, it was overtaken

Notes: This is a verb form indicating that the subject was caught, seized, or apprehended by someone or something. It describes an action that happened to the subject, often implying being caught in a specific act or situation, or being overtaken by an event or person.

Inflection: 3rd person singular, Aorist, Passive, Indicative

Synonyms: ΠΙΑΖΩ, ΣΥΛΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΚΑΤΑΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ

G2602

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tek-LEIS-thay

Translations: was shut up, was imprisoned, was confined

Notes: This word is a verb in the aorist passive indicative mood, third person singular. It means 'was shut up,' 'was imprisoned,' or 'was confined.' It describes an action completed in the past where the subject was the recipient of the action of being shut or locked away. It is a compound word formed from the preposition κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against,' and the verb κλείω (kleiō), meaning 'to shut' or 'to close.'

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

Synonyms: ΔΕΣΜΕΥΩ, ΦΥΛΑΚΙΖΩ

G1206

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-dev-teh-roh-lo-GEH-sen

Translations: spoke a second time, spoke again, repeated

Notes: This word is a compound verb, meaning 'to speak a second time' or 'to repeat what has been said'. It is formed from 'δεύτερος' (second) and 'λέγω' (to speak). It describes the action of reiterating or saying something again, often implying a re-statement or a second address on a topic. In the provided form, it is in the past tense, indicating that someone 'spoke a second time' or 'repeated' something.

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

Synonyms: ΑΝΑΛΕΓΩ, ΕΠΑΝΑΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ

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

G0565

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ap-AY-ee

Translations: he was going away, he was departing, he went away, he departed

Notes: This word is the third person singular imperfect indicative active form of the verb 'ἀπέρχομαι' (aperchomai), meaning 'to go away' or 'to depart'. It describes an action that was ongoing or repeated in the past, or an action that began in the past and continued for some time. It is used to indicate someone leaving a place or situation.

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

Synonyms: ἈΝΑΧΩΡΕΩ, ἘΚΒΑΙΝΩ, ἘΞΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word ἀπέρχομαι (aperchomai) is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb ἔρχομαι (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go'. Thus, it literally means 'to go away from'.

G2276

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: HET-tohn

Translations: inferior, weaker, worse, less

Notes: This word is a comparative adjective meaning 'inferior,' 'weaker,' or 'worse.' It is used to describe something that is of lesser quality, strength, or value compared to something else. It often implies a disadvantage or a state of being overcome.

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

Synonyms: ΕΛΑΣΣΩΝ, ΧΕΙΡΩΝ

Etymology: The word ἥττων (hēttōn) is the comparative form of the adjective ἧττον (hētton), meaning 'less' or 'worse.' Its origin is uncertain, but it is an ancient Greek word.

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

G3335

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: meh-teh-LAH-ben

Translations: he took part in, he shared in, he partook of, he received

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition ΜΕΤΑ (meta), meaning 'with' or 'after', and the verb ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ (lambano), meaning 'to take' or 'to receive'. Together, it means to take a share of something, to participate in, or to receive a portion. It is often used to describe someone partaking in food, drink, or an experience.

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

Synonyms: ΜΕΤΕΧΩ, ΚΟΙΝΩΝΕΩ, ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ

G0490

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: an-tee-O-khee-ah

Translations: Antioch

Notes: Antioch refers to several ancient cities, but most commonly to Antioch on the Orontes, a major Hellenistic city located on the eastern side of the Orontes River. It was a significant center in the early Christian church and is frequently mentioned in the New Testament. It was known for its large population and strategic importance.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Etymology: The name 'Antioch' is derived from the Greek personal name 'Antiochus', which was common among the Seleucid kings who founded many cities named Antioch.

G0620

Part of Speech: Participle, Adjective

Sounds like: ah-po-le-LIM-me-non

Translations: left behind, remaining, abandoned, a remainder

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle, meaning 'having been left behind' or 'remaining'. It describes something that has been left or abandoned. It can function as an adjective, modifying a noun, or as a substantive, referring to 'that which is left behind' or 'the remainder'. It is a compound word formed from the preposition 'ἀπό' (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb 'λείπω' (leipo), meaning 'to leave' or 'to lack'.

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

Synonyms: ΥΠΟΛΕΙΠΩ, ΚΑΤΑΛΕΙΠΩ

G4797

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soon-ekh-YOO-thay

Translations: he was confused, he was confounded, he was thrown into confusion, he was disturbed

Notes: ΣΥΝΕΧΥΘΗ is the 3rd person singular, aorist passive indicative form of the verb ΣΥΓΧΕΩ (sygcheō). It is a compound word formed from the preposition ΣΥΝ (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together,' and the verb ΧΕΩ (cheō), meaning 'to pour.' Literally, it means 'to pour together' or 'to mix up.' In a figurative sense, it means 'to confuse,' 'to confound,' 'to throw into disorder,' or 'to disturb.' This form indicates that 'he,' 'she,' or 'it' was subjected to this action, meaning they became confused or were thrown into a state of disorder.

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

Synonyms: ΤΑΡΑΣΣΩ, ΘΟΡΥΒΕΩ, ΣΥΓΚΥΝΩ

G3870

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: par-ek-AL-eh-sen

Translations: he called, he summoned, he urged, he exhorted, he comforted, he encouraged, he appealed, he implored, he requested

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to call to one's side, to summon, to urge, to exhort, to comfort, or to encourage. It can also mean to appeal to, to implore, or to request. Its specific meaning often depends on the context and the direct object it takes. In the provided examples, it seems to be used in the sense of urging or requesting someone to do something.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΛΕΩ, ΠΡΟΣΚΑΛΕΩ, ΔΕΟΜΑΙ

G3660

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: OH-moh-sen

Translations: he swore, he took an oath

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to swear' or 'to take an oath'. It refers to making a solemn declaration, often calling upon a divine being or sacred object as a witness to the truth of what is said or to the binding nature of a promise. It is used when someone makes a formal and serious commitment or affirmation.

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

Etymology: The word ὄμνυμι (omnymi) comes from Proto-Indo-European *h₃em- 'to swear'. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages that also refer to oaths or solemn declarations.

G4905

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soon-eh-LOO-thay

Translations: came together, assembled, gathered, met

Notes: This is a compound verb, formed from the prefix ΣΥΝ- (SYN-), meaning "with" or "together," and the verb ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ (ERCHOMAI), meaning "to come" or "to go." Therefore, it means "to come together," "to assemble," or "to meet." It is used to describe a group of people gathering in one place.

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

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΑΓΩ, ΣΥΝΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word ΣΥΝΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ is formed from the preposition ΣΥΝ (SYN), meaning "with" or "together," and the verb ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ (ERCHOMAI), meaning "to come" or "to go." It has been in use since ancient Greek times to denote the act of gathering or assembling.

G4314

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pros-ay-GAH-gen

Translations: brought to, led to, presented, offered, brought near, led near

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition ΠΡΟΣ (pros, meaning 'to' or 'towards') and the verb ΑΓΩ (ago, meaning 'to lead' or 'to bring'). In its aorist active indicative third person singular form, it means 'he/she/it brought to' or 'he/she/it led to'. It describes the action of bringing someone or something into the presence of another, or moving something closer to a specific point.

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

Synonyms: ΑΓΩ, ΦΕΡΩ, ΠΑΡΙΣΤΗΜΙ

G1926

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-peh-DEK-sah-toh

Translations: he received, he accepted, he admitted, he undertook, he promised

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition 'ἐπί' (upon, to) and the verb 'δέχομαι' (to receive). It means to receive, accept, admit, undertake, or promise. It describes an action of taking something upon oneself or agreeing to something. For example, it can be used to say 'he accepted the offer' or 'he undertook the task'.

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

Synonyms: ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΠΡΟΣΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ

G4425

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: PTO-le-MAH-ee-doss

Translations: of Ptolemais

Notes: Ptolemais was an ancient city on the coast of Phoenicia, known today as Acre or Akko in modern-day Israel. It was a significant port city during the Hellenistic and Roman periods, often mentioned in historical and biblical texts. The name 'Ptolemais' was given to it by Ptolemy II Philadelphus, an Egyptian pharaoh, in the 3rd century BC.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Etymology: The city was originally known as Akko. It was renamed Ptolemais by Ptolemy II Philadelphus, a king of the Ptolemaic Kingdom in ancient Egypt, in the 3rd century BC. The name 'Ptolemais' is derived from his name.

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.

G4410

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ptoh-leh-MAH-ee-dah

Translations: Ptolemais

Notes: Ptolemais is the name of an ancient city, located on the coast of Phoenicia (modern-day Acre, Israel). It was a significant port city in the Hellenistic and Roman periods. It is used in sentences to refer to the city itself, often as a destination or location.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Etymology: The name Ptolemais is derived from the Greek personal name Ptolemy (Πτολεμαῖος), a common name among the Hellenistic kings of Egypt, particularly Ptolemy II Philadelphus, who refounded and renamed the city.

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.

G1169

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-DEI-lee-AH-zon

Translations: they were afraid, they were timid, they were cowardly, they were shrinking back

Notes: This word describes the state of being fearful, timid, or cowardly. It implies a lack of courage or a tendency to shrink back from danger or difficulty. It is used to describe an ongoing or repeated action in the past, indicating a continuous state of fear or timidity.

Inflection: Third Person Plural, Imperfect Indicative, Active Voice

Synonyms: ΦΟΒΕΟΜΑΙ, ΤΡΕΜΩ, ΔΕΙΔΩ

Etymology: From the Greek word δειλός (deilos), meaning 'cowardly' or 'timid', which itself comes from δέος (deos), meaning 'fear'.

G5236

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: hoo-per-AH-gan

Translations: exceedingly, very much, beyond measure, excessively

Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'exceedingly' or 'very much'. It is a compound word formed from 'ὑπέρ' (hyper), meaning 'over' or 'beyond', and 'ἄγαν' (agan), meaning 'very much' or 'too much'. It is used to intensify the degree of an action or quality, indicating something is done or exists to an extreme extent. For example, it could describe someone being 'exceedingly joyful' or an action being 'done beyond measure'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΣΦΟΔΡΑ, ΛΙΑΝ, ΠΕΡΙΣΣΩΣ

Etymology: This word is a compound of the Greek preposition 'ὑπέρ' (hyper), meaning 'over, beyond', and the adverb 'ἄγαν' (agan), meaning 'very much, too much'.

G2309

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ee-THEL-ee-san

Translations: they wished, they wanted, they desired, they intended

Notes: This word is a verb that expresses a strong desire, wish, or intention. It indicates that a group of people had a will or purpose to do something. It is often used to describe what someone wanted to happen or what they were determined to do.

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

Synonyms: ΒΟΥΛΟΜΑΙ, ΕΠΙΘΥΜΩ

Etymology: The word 'ΘΕΛΩ' (thelo) is of uncertain origin, possibly related to an Indo-European root meaning 'to wish' or 'to will'. It has been present in Greek from ancient times.

G0114

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-theh-TEIN

Translations: to reject, to nullify, to set aside, to make void, to despise, to disannul, to frustrate

Notes: This word means to reject, nullify, or set aside something, often implying a disregard for its authority or validity. It can be used in contexts where agreements, laws, or commands are treated as invalid or are deliberately ignored. It can also mean to despise or treat with contempt.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ἈΚΥΡΟΩ, ἈΘΕΤΕΩ, ἈΠΟΔΟΚΙΜΑΖΩ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἀθετέω (athetéō), from ἄθετος (áthetos, "not placed, out of place, not to be laid down"), from ἀ- (a-, "not") + θετός (thetós, "placed, set").

G1291

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: dee-as-TAL-sees

Translations: distinctions, differences, instructions, commands, regulations

Notes: This word refers to distinctions, differences, or specific instructions and regulations. It is often used in contexts where something is being set apart, defined, or commanded. It is a compound word formed from διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'apart', and στέλλω (stellō), meaning 'to send' or 'to set'.

Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΕΝΤΟΛΑΙ, ΠΡΟΣΤΑΓΜΑΤΑ, ΟΡΙΣΜΟΙ

Etymology: The root verb ΔΙΑΣΤΕΛΛΩ (diastellō) comes from the preposition διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'apart', and the verb στέλλω (stellō), meaning 'to send' or 'to set'. The combination implies a 'sending apart' or 'setting apart', leading to meanings of distinguishing, commanding, or regulating.

G0968

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: BEE-mah

Translations: step, a step, pace, a pace, tribunal, a tribunal, judgment seat, a judgment seat

Notes: This word refers to a step, a pace, or a place where one steps. More specifically, it often denotes a raised platform or tribunal, such as a judgment seat, where officials or judges would sit to make decisions or deliver judgments. It can be used in contexts referring to physical movement or to a place of authority and decision-making.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΒΑΘΜΟΣ, ΕΔΡΑΝΟΝ, ΔΙΚΑΣΤΗΡΙΟΝ

Etymology: From the Greek verb βαίνω (bainō), meaning 'to go' or 'to step'. The noun form refers to the act of stepping or the place where one steps.

G1732

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: en-DEH-kho-meh-nos

Translations: possibly, perhaps, it is possible, it may be

Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'possibly' or 'perhaps'. It indicates that something is likely or conceivable, but not certain. It is used to express a potential outcome or a speculative statement.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΤΑΧΑ, ΙΣΩΣ, ΠΟΥ

Etymology: The word is derived from the verb ἐνδέχομαι (endechomai), meaning 'to admit', 'to allow', or 'to be possible'. It is formed from the prefix ἐν (en, 'in') and δέχομαι (dechomai, 'to receive').

G2156

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: yoo-MEH-nays

Translations: favorable, well-disposed, kind, benevolent, gracious

Notes: This word describes someone who is well-disposed, kind, or benevolent towards others. It implies a positive and friendly attitude. It can be used to describe a person's character or their disposition towards a particular situation or individual.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Accusative, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΓΑΘΟΣ, ΦΙΛΑΝΘΡΩΠΟΣ, ΧΡΗΣΤΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΕΥ̓ΜΕΝΗΣ (eumenēs) is a compound word derived from two Greek elements: ΕΥ̓ (eu), meaning 'well' or 'good', and ΜΕΝΟΣ (menos), meaning 'mind', 'spirit', or 'disposition'. Thus, it literally means 'well-minded' or 'well-disposed'.

G328

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-nez-EVK-sen

Translations: he set out, he departed, he marched away

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb ἀναζεύγνυμι (anazeugnymi). It is a compound verb formed from ἀνά (ana, 'up, back') and ζεύγνυμι (zeugnymi, 'to yoke, to join'). It means to unyoke, to set out, or to depart, often in the context of a journey or military movement. It describes the action of someone breaking camp or beginning a march.

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

Synonyms: ἈΠΟΧΩΡΕΩ, ἘΚΒΑΙΝΩ, ἈΝΑΧΩΡΕΩ

Etymology: The verb ἀναζεύγνυμι is a compound of ἀνά (ana), meaning 'up' or 'back', and ζεύγνυμι (zeugnymi), meaning 'to yoke' or 'to join'. The combination implies unyoking or breaking a connection, leading to the sense of setting out or departing.

G3779

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: OO-toh

Translations: thus, so, in this way, in like manner

Notes: This word is an adverb of manner, indicating how something is done or the way in which something occurs. It can also refer to the extent or degree of something. It is often used to introduce a consequence or a comparison, meaning 'in this way' or 'thus'. It is an older form of ΟΥΤΩΣ, and both forms are used interchangeably in Koine Greek.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΥΤΩΣ, ΩΣ

Etymology: From the demonstrative pronoun ΟΥΤΟΣ (houtos, 'this'). It indicates 'in this manner' or 'thus', referring back to something previously mentioned or implied.

G2198

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: EH-fo-doo

Translations: of an approach, of an attack, of a visit, of an incursion, of a way in

Notes: This word refers to an approach, an attack, or an incursion. It can also mean a way in or a visit. It is a compound word formed from the preposition ἐπί (epi), meaning 'upon' or 'to', and ὁδός (hodos), meaning 'way' or 'road'. In this form, it is used to indicate possession or origin, often translated with 'of'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΒΟΛΗ, ΕΠΙΔΡΟΜΗ, ΠΡΟΣΟΔΟΣ

Etymology: The word ἘΦΟΔΟΣ is derived from the prefix ἐπί (epi), meaning 'upon' or 'to', and the noun ὁδός (hodos), meaning 'way' or 'road'. It literally means 'a way upon' or 'a way to'.

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