2001 Translation

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: kahee

Translations: and, also, even, but, then

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

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

G0001

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ang-GAH-ee-os

Translations: Haggai

Notes: This is the name of the Old Testament prophet Haggai. He was one of the twelve minor prophets and authored the Book of Haggai, which calls for the rebuilding of the Temple in Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile. It is used in sentences to refer to the prophet himself.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Etymology: The name 'Haggai' is of Hebrew origin, derived from the Hebrew word 'חַג' (chag), meaning 'festival' or 'feast'. It is thought to mean 'festive' or 'born on a festival day'.

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'.

G4396

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pro-FEE-tays

Translations: prophet, a prophet

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

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΜΑΝΤΙΣ, ΘΕΟΠΝΕΥΣΤΟΣ

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

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.

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, 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).

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.

G2474

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: Iss-rah-AYL

Translations: Israel

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

Inflection: Indeclinable

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

G1909

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: ep

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect (preposition)

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ὙΠΕΡ, ΠΑΡΑ

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

G5119

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: TOH-teh

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΠΕΙΤΑ, ΕΙΤΑ, ΟΥΝ

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

G2216

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: zor-oh-BAH-bel

Translations: Zerubbabel

Notes: This is a proper noun referring to Zerubbabel, a significant figure in the Old Testament. He was a leader of the Jewish people who returned from the Babylonian exile and played a crucial role in the rebuilding of the Second Temple in Jerusalem. The name is of Hebrew origin.

Inflection: Does not inflect (indeclinable proper noun)

Etymology: The name Zerubbabel is of Hebrew origin, likely meaning 'seed of Babylon' or 'born in Babylon'. He was a descendant of King David and a leader of the first group of Jews to return from Babylonian captivity.

G2424

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ee-ay-SOOS

Translations: Jesus, Joshua

Notes: This is a proper name, transliterated from the Hebrew name Yeshua or Yehoshua. It refers to the central figure of Christianity, Jesus Christ, or to Joshua, the successor of Moses in the Old Testament. It is used to identify a specific individual.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative

Etymology: The Koine Greek name Ἰησοῦς (Iēsous) is a transliteration of the Hebrew name יְהוֹשֻׁעַ (Yehoshua), meaning 'Yahweh is salvation' or 'Yahweh saves'. It is also related to the shorter form יֵשׁוּעַ (Yeshua).

G5207

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: HUI-os

Translations: son, a son

Notes: This word refers to a male offspring, a son. It is a masculine noun and is commonly used to denote a direct descendant or, in a broader sense, someone who shares a close relationship or characteristic with another, such as 'sons of God' or 'sons of disobedience'. It can also refer to a young man or a male child.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΤΕΚΝΟΝ, ΠΑΙΣ

Etymology: From an unused root, probably meaning 'to beget'. It is related to the concept of generation and lineage.

G3326

Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb

Sounds like: MEH-tah

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΣΥΝ, ΕΠΙ, ΠΡΟΣ

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

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.

G4396

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pro-FEE-tai

Translations: prophets, (to) prophets, (of) prophets

Notes: This word refers to individuals who speak on behalf of God or a deity, often foretelling future events or delivering divine messages. In Koine Greek, it is a masculine noun. The form 'ΠΡΟΦΗΤΑΙ' is the plural form, which can function as nominative (the subject of a sentence), dative (indicating to whom or for whom something is done), or vocative (used for direct address).

Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Dative or Vocative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΜΑΝΤΕΙΣ, ΧΡΗΣΜΟΛΟΓΟΙ

Etymology: The word 'ΠΡΟΦΗΤΗΣ' comes from the Greek prefix 'πρό' (pro), meaning 'before' or 'for', and 'φημί' (phēmi), meaning 'to speak' or 'to say'. Thus, it literally means 'one who speaks before' or 'one who speaks for' (another).

G0997

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: boh-ay-THOON-tes

Translations: helping, assisting, aiding, those who help, those who assist

Notes: This word is a present active participle, meaning 'helping' or 'assisting'. It describes someone who is actively providing aid or support. It can be used to refer to 'those who help' or 'the ones helping' in a given situation.

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

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΕΡΓΟΥΝΤΕΣ, ΕΠΙΚΟΥΡΟΥΝΤΕΣ, ΑΡΩΓΟΥΝΤΕΣ

Etymology: From βοή (boē), meaning 'a cry', and θέω (theō), meaning 'to run'. The original sense is 'to run to the cry for help'.

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

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

G2540

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: kahee-ROH

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΩΡΑ, ΧΡΟΝΟΣ

G1883

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ep-AR-khos

Translations: governor, a governor, prefect, a prefect, ruler, a ruler

Notes: This word refers to a high-ranking official or administrator, such as a governor or prefect, who has authority over a specific region or province. It is a compound word formed from the preposition 'ἐπί' (epi), meaning 'over' or 'upon', and the noun 'ἄρχων' (archon), meaning 'ruler' or 'chief'. It describes someone who exercises authority over others.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΡΧΩΝ, ΗΓΕΜΩΝ, ΣΤΡΑΤΗΓΟΣ

Etymology: From the Greek preposition 'ἐπί' (epi), meaning 'over' or 'upon', and the noun 'ἄρχων' (archon), meaning 'ruler' or 'chief'. It denotes one who is 'over' or 'in charge' as a ruler.

G4008

Part of Speech: Adverb, Preposition

Sounds like: peh-RAN

Translations: beyond, over, on the other side, across

Notes: This word functions as an adverb meaning 'beyond' or 'on the other side,' indicating a location or direction. It can also be used as a preposition, typically with the genitive case, to mean 'beyond' or 'across' something, indicating movement or position relative to a boundary.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΠΕΚΕΙΝΑ, ΕΚΕΙΘΕΝ

Etymology: From the root *per- meaning 'to pass through, to go over.' It is related to the verb περάω (peraō), meaning 'to pass through' or 'to cross.'

G5478

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: sah-thar-boo-ZAH-nah

Translations: Shatar-Boznai

Notes: This is a proper noun, referring to a Persian official named Shatar-Boznai, who was a governor or satrap of the region 'Beyond the River' (Trans-Euphrates) during the time of Darius I. The name is of Persian origin and is transliterated into Greek. It is used in the context of official correspondence and administrative matters.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Etymology: This word is a transliteration of the Aramaic/Old Persian name 'Shatar-Boznai', which means 'star of splendor' or 'star of excellence'. It is found in the Old Testament book of Ezra.

G2036

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: AY-pahn

Translations: they said, they spoke

Notes: This word is the third person plural aorist active indicative form of the verb 'εἶπον' (eîpon), which functions as the aorist tense for 'λέγω' (legō), meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. It describes a completed action in the past, indicating that a group of people 'said' or 'spoke' something. It is used to report direct speech or to state what was communicated by multiple individuals.

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

Synonyms: ΕΛΑΛΗΣΑΝ, ΕΦΑΣΑΝ

G5101

Part of Speech: Interrogative Pronoun, Indefinite Pronoun, Interrogative Adjective

Sounds like: TEES

Translations: who, what, which, what kind of, someone, something, anyone, anything, a certain one, a certain thing

Notes: ΤΙΣ is a versatile pronoun and adjective in Koine Greek. As an interrogative, it asks 'who?', 'what?', or 'which?'. As an indefinite, it means 'someone', 'something', 'anyone', or 'anything', often implying an unspecified person or thing. Its meaning depends heavily on context and whether it has an accent.

Inflection: Singular or Plural, Masculine, Feminine, or Neuter, Nominative, Genitive, Dative, or Accusative. It is a highly inflected word.

Etymology: The word ΤΙΣ is an ancient Greek word, tracing its origins back to Proto-Indo-European roots. It has cognates in many other Indo-European languages, indicating its long history and fundamental role in language.

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.

G5525

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: kho-ray-GEE-an

Translations: supply, a supply, provision, a provision, abundance, a abundance, liberality, a liberality

Notes: This word refers to the act of providing or supplying something, often with a sense of abundance or liberality. It can denote the material provisions themselves, or the act of providing them, such as financial support or resources for a project. It is a compound word derived from 'choros' (a chorus or dance) and 'agein' (to lead), originally referring to the expense of equipping and training a chorus for public festivals.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΟΧΗ, ΕΠΙΧΟΡΗΓΙΑ, ΔΟΣΙΣ

G5100

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: TEE-nah

Translations: who, what, which, some, any, a certain one, something, anything

Notes: ΤΙΝΑ is an inflected form of the pronoun/adjective ΤΙΣ. As an interrogative, it asks 'who?', 'what?', or 'which?'. As an indefinite, it means 'someone', 'something', 'anyone', 'anything', 'a certain one', or 'some'. Its meaning depends heavily on context and whether it is used in a question or a statement. It can function as both a pronoun standing alone or an adjective modifying a noun.

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

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.

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: oy-ko-do-MOON-tone

Translations: of building, of constructing, of edifying, of those who build, of those who construct, of those who edify

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'oikodomeō', meaning 'to build' or 'to construct'. It can also carry the figurative sense of 'to edify' or 'to build up' spiritually. As a genitive plural participle, it typically refers to 'of those who are building' or 'of those who are edifying', indicating possession or relationship.

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

Synonyms: ΚΤΙΖΟΝΤΩΝ, ΑΝΟΙΚΟΔΟΜΟΥΝΤΩΝ

Etymology: The word ΟΙΚΟΔΟΜΕΩ is a compound word formed from ΟΙΚΟΣ (oikos), meaning 'house', and ΔΕΜΩ (demō), meaning 'to build'. Thus, it literally means 'to build a house'.

G4172

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: POH-lin

Translations: city, a city

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

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

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

G2673

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-teer-GAY-san

Translations: they abolished, they nullified, they made ineffective, they brought to an end, they rendered useless, they did away with

Notes: This word is the third person plural, aorist active indicative form of the verb καταργέω. It means to render something ineffective, to abolish it, or to bring it to an end. It describes an action completed in the past by a group of people, making something void or powerless.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑΛΥΩ, ΑΦΑΝΙΖΩ, ΑΚΥΡΟΩ

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.

G1106

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: gno-MAY

Translations: mind, purpose, opinion, counsel, judgment, a mind, a purpose, an opinion, a counsel, a judgment

Notes: This word refers to one's mind, purpose, opinion, or judgment. It can describe a decision, a resolution, or a way of thinking. It is often used to express a personal view or a collective agreement on a matter.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΒΟΥΛΗ, ΔΙΑΝΟΙΑ, ΚΡΙΣΙΣ

Etymology: From the root of γιγνώσκω (gignōskō), meaning 'to know' or 'to perceive'. It refers to the faculty of knowing or judging.

G0667

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-pen-ech-THEE

Translations: it was carried away, it was brought, it was led

Notes: This word is the third person singular, aorist passive indicative form of the verb ἀποφέρω (apopherō), which means 'to carry away,' 'to bring,' or 'to lead.' In this passive form, it describes something being carried, brought, or led by an external agent. It is a compound word formed from the prefix ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from,' and the verb φέρω (pherō), meaning 'to bear' or 'to carry.'

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

Synonyms: ἈΧΘΗ, ΚΟΜΙΣΘΗ, ἘΝΕΧΘΗ

G0649

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-pes-tah-LEE

Translations: was sent, he was sent, she was sent, it was sent

Notes: This word means 'was sent' and is the third person singular aorist passive indicative form of the verb 'ἀποστέλλω' (apostellō), meaning 'to send away' or 'to dispatch'. It is a compound word formed from 'ἀπό' (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and 'στέλλω' (stellō), meaning 'to send' or 'to prepare'. It describes an action that was completed in the past, where the subject was the recipient of the sending action.

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

Synonyms: ΠΕΜΦΘΗ

Etymology: The word ἀποστέλλω (apostellō) is a compound of ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and στέλλω (stellō), meaning 'to send' or 'to prepare'. The root στέλλω is related to the idea of setting in order or preparing for a journey.

G5411

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: foh-roh-loh-GOH

Translations: to collect tribute, to levy taxes, to exact tribute, to tax

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from 'φόρος' (tribute, tax) and 'λέγω' (to collect, to speak). It means to collect or levy taxes or tribute from someone. It describes the act of imposing or gathering financial contributions, often by a governing authority.

Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, First Person Singular

Synonyms: ΤΕΛΩΝΕΩ, ΕΙΣΦΕΡΩ

Etymology: The word is a compound of Ancient Greek φόρος (phoros, 'tribute, tax') and λέγω (legō, 'to collect, to gather').

G5228

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: hoo-PER

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΠΙ, ΠΕΡΙ, ΑΝΤΙ

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

G1285

G3588, G3739, G3778, G5101

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: dee-ah-SAH-fay-sees

Translations: explanation, an explanation, interpretation, a clear understanding

Notes: This word refers to a clear explanation, interpretation, or a making plain of something. It is used to describe the act of clarifying or making understandable something that was previously obscure or difficult to grasp. It is a compound word, formed from 'διά' (through, thoroughly) and 'σαφής' (clear, distinct).

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΕΡΜΗΝΕΙΑ, ΕΠΙΛΥΣΙΣ, ΔΗΛΩΣΙΣ

Etymology: From the verb διασαφέω (diasapheō), meaning 'to make clear, explain thoroughly', which is itself derived from διά (dia, 'through, thoroughly') and σαφής (saphēs, 'clear, distinct').

Part of Speech: Definite Article, Pronoun

Sounds like: HAYS

Translations: (of) the, (of) who, (of) which, (of) this, (of) that, (of) what

Notes: The word "ΗΣ" is a versatile form in Koine Greek, primarily functioning as the genitive singular for masculine and feminine nouns. It can be the genitive singular of the definite article 'the', indicating possession or relationship. It can also be the genitive singular of the relative pronoun 'who/which', connecting clauses, or the demonstrative pronoun 'this/that', pointing to something specific. Additionally, it can be the genitive singular of the interrogative pronoun 'what/who', used in questions.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Feminine

H0292

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ah-phar-SAK-kee-oy

Translations: Apharsachites, Apharsakites

Notes: This word refers to a specific group of people, likely an ethnic or tribal designation, mentioned in ancient texts, particularly in the book of Ezra. They were one of the groups that opposed the rebuilding of the temple in Jerusalem. As a proper noun, it functions as the name of this group.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Masculine

Etymology: This word is of Aramaic origin, referring to a specific people or tribe. Its precise meaning or geographical location is not fully clear, but it is understood as a designation for a group of people settled in Samaria by the Assyrian kings.

G4487

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: HRAY-sin

Translations: word, a word, saying, a saying, utterance, an utterance, statement, a statement, command, a command

Notes: This word refers to a spoken word, a saying, an utterance, or a statement. It can also denote a command or a specific declaration. It is used as a feminine noun in Koine Greek.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΛΟΓΟΣ, ΕΠΟΣ, ΦΩΝΗ

Etymology: The word ῥῆσις (rhēsis) comes from the Greek verb ἐρέω (ereō), meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. It is related to ῥῆμα (rhēma), which also means 'word' or 'thing said'.

G4314

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: PROSS

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΕΙΣ, ΕΠΙ, ΠΑΡΑ

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

G3778

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun

Sounds like: TA-deh

Translations: these things, thus, as follows

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

Inflection: Neuter, Plural, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΟΥΤΟΣ, ΤΟΙΟΥΤΟΣ

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

G1515

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: i-RAY-nay

Translations: peace, a peace

Notes: This word refers to a state of tranquility, harmony, and well-being. It can denote an absence of conflict, a sense of inner calm, or a state of reconciliation. It is often used in contexts of spiritual peace or a peaceful relationship between individuals or nations.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΓΑΛΗΝΗ, ΗΣΥΧΙΑ

Etymology: From a primary verb εἴρω (eirō), meaning 'to join'. The word originally conveyed the idea of binding together or joining, leading to the concept of unity and harmony, and thus peace.

G3754

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Relative Pronoun

Sounds like: OH-tee

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΟΤΙ, ΕΠΕΙ, ΓΑΡ

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

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'.

G3173

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: MEH-gah-LOO

Translations: (of) great, (of) a great, (to) great, (to) a great, great things

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'great,' 'large,' 'big,' or 'mighty.' It is used to describe something of significant size, importance, or intensity. It can refer to physical size, but also to status, power, or quantity. For example, it might describe a great king, a large city, or a great amount of something.

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

Synonyms: ΠΟΛΥΣ, ΙΣΧΥΡΟΣ

G0846

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: ow-TOS

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΟΥ̓ΤΟΣ, ἘΚΕΙΝΟΣ

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

Part of Speech: Verb

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

Translations: is being built, is built, is edified, is established

Notes: This word describes the process of building, constructing, or erecting something, often a physical structure like a house or temple. It can also be used metaphorically to mean to build up, edify, or establish, referring to the spiritual or moral development of a person or community. In this form, it indicates that the action is being done to the subject (passive voice) and is happening in the present time.

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

Synonyms: ΚΤΙΖΩ, ΑΝΟΡΘΟΩ, ΕΓΕΙΡΩ

G1749

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: en-TI-the-tai

Translations: is placed in, is put in, is laid in, is set in

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to be placed in,' 'to be put in,' 'to be laid in,' or 'to be set in.' It describes an action where something is deposited or positioned within something else. It is the passive voice of the verb 'to put in' or 'to place in,' indicating that the subject is receiving the action.

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

Synonyms: ΤΙΘΕΜΑΙ, ΚΕΙΜΑΙ, ΕΠΙΤΙΘΕΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word ἘΝΤΊΘΗΜΙ is a compound word formed from the preposition ἘΝ (en), meaning 'in' or 'into,' and the verb ΤΊΘΗΜΙ (tithēmi), meaning 'to put,' 'to place,' or 'to set.'

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.

G2041

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ER-gon

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

Notes: This word refers to a work, deed, or action. It can describe anything that is done, whether it's a physical labor, a moral act, or a task to be accomplished. It is often used to denote the result of an action or the activity itself.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΠΡΑΞΙΣ, ΔΟΥΛΕΙΑ, ΕΡΓΑΣΙΑ

Etymology: The word 'ergon' comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *werǵ-, meaning 'to do' or 'to work'. It is related to English words like 'work' and 'energy'.

G1565

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective

Sounds like: eh-KAY-noh

Translations: that, that one, that thing, the former

Notes: This word is a demonstrative pronoun or adjective, meaning 'that' or 'that one'. It refers to something distant in space or time, or something previously mentioned in the discourse. It functions similarly to 'this' but indicates a greater distance or a distinction from something closer or more immediate. For example, it can be used to distinguish 'that house' from 'this house'.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΟΥ̓ΤΟΣ, ΟΔΕ

Etymology: From a combination of the demonstrative particle ἐκεῖ (there) and the pronominal suffix -νος. It refers to something 'over there' or 'that one there'.

G2079

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ep-ee-DEK-see-on

Translations: skillful, clever, right-handed, convenient, a skillful thing, a convenient thing

Notes: This word describes something or someone as skillful, clever, or adept. It can also refer to something being on the right-hand side or being convenient and advantageous. It is used to qualify nouns, indicating a positive attribute related to ability or suitability.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΔΕΞΙΟΣ, ΕΥΦΥΗΣ, ΣΟΦΟΣ

Etymology: From the preposition ΕΠΙ (epi), meaning 'upon' or 'in addition to', and ΔΕΞΙΟΣ (dexios), meaning 'right' or 'skillful'. It literally means 'on the right side' or 'skillful with the right hand', which then extended to mean generally 'skillful' or 'clever'.

G1096

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: GHI-neh-tai

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΕΙΜΙ, ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΤΙΚΤΩ

G4245

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pres-by-TEH-roos

Translations: elders, old men, presbyters

Notes: This word refers to older men, often those who hold positions of authority, leadership, or respect within a community or religious group. In a Christian context, it can specifically refer to church leaders or presbyters. It is used here in the accusative case, indicating that the elders are the direct object of an action.

Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΓΕΡΟΝΤΕΣ, ΠΡΕΣΒΥΤΑΙ

Etymology: From πρέσβυς (presbys, “old, elder”), which is related to πρό (pro, “before”) and possibly to βῆμα (bēma, “step, pace”). It originally referred to an older person and later to an ambassador or delegate, and then to an elder or leader.

G2036

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ee-PAH-men

Translations: we said, we spoke, we told

Notes: This word is the first person plural aorist active indicative form of the verb 'to say' or 'to speak'. It indicates a completed action of speaking or saying something by a group of people (we). It is often used to introduce direct or indirect speech.

Inflection: First Person Plural, Aorist, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΛΕΓΟΜΕΝ, ΛΑΛΟΥΜΕΝ

Etymology: The verb ΕἸΠΩ (eipo) is an aorist stem that functions as the aorist of ΛΕΓΩ (legō). Its origin is complex, drawing from various Proto-Indo-European roots related to speaking and telling.

G1107

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: gno-REE-sai

Translations: to make known, to know, to understand, to learn, to perceive, to reveal, to declare, to recognize

Notes: This word is an aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'γνωρίζω' (gnōrizō). It means 'to make known,' 'to reveal,' or 'to cause to know.' It is used to express the action of bringing something into knowledge or understanding, often in the sense of declaring or disclosing information. For example, it can be used in a sentence like 'He came to make known the truth.'

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΔΗΛΟΩ, ΦΑΝΕΡΟΩ, ΜΑΝΘΑΝΩ

G4771

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: SOY

Translations: (to) you, (for) you, you

Notes: This is the second-person singular dative pronoun in Koine Greek, meaning 'to you' or 'for you'. It can also simply translate as 'you' when the context implies a dative relationship, such as indirect object or a recipient of an action. It is used to indicate the person to whom something is given, said, or done, or for whom an action is performed. For example, 'I give to you' or 'I do this for you'.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Second Person

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

G5620

Part of Speech: Conjunction

Sounds like: HOH-steh

Translations: so that, in order that, consequently, therefore, with the result that

Notes: This word is a conjunction used to introduce a clause of result or purpose. It indicates that what follows is a consequence or the intended outcome of what was previously stated. It can also introduce an infinitive clause to express result.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΩΣ, ΔΙΟ

Etymology: From the adverb ὡς (hōs), meaning 'as' or 'how', combined with the particle τε (te), meaning 'and' or 'also'. It developed to express result or consequence.

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.

G4487

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: RHE-ma

Translations: word, a word, saying, a saying, thing, a thing, matter, a matter, utterance, an utterance

Notes: This word refers to something spoken, an utterance, a saying, or a word. It can also refer to a matter or a thing that is spoken about or decided. It is often used in contexts referring to divine pronouncements or significant statements.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΛΟΓΟΣ, ΕΠΟΣ

Etymology: From the verb ῥέω (rheō), meaning 'to speak' or 'to flow'. It refers to that which is spoken or uttered.

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.

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').

G3739

Part of Speech: Relative Pronoun, Conjunction

Sounds like: HOS

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

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

Inflection: Masculine, Singular, Nominative

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

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: oy-ko-do-MEE-meh-nos

Translations: built, having been built, constructed, having been constructed, edified, having been edified

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle, meaning 'having been built' or 'having been constructed'. It describes something that has undergone the process of building or construction and is now in a state of being built. It can also refer to being 'edified' or 'built up' in a spiritual sense, indicating spiritual growth or strengthening.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑΣΚΕΥΑΖΩ, ΑΝΟΙΚΟΔΟΜΕΩ

G4253

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: PRO

Translations: before, in front of, for, on behalf of, in the presence of, prior to, instead of

Notes: This word is a preposition that typically takes the genitive case. It can indicate a spatial relationship, meaning 'before' or 'in front of' something or someone. It can also denote a temporal relationship, meaning 'before' in time, or a causal relationship, meaning 'for' or 'on behalf of' someone or something. In some contexts, it can also mean 'instead of' or 'in the presence of'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΜΠΡΟΣΘΕΝ, ΑΝΤΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'before, in front of'. It is cognate with English 'for' and Latin 'pro'.

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

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.

G3173

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: MEH-gas

Translations: great, large, mighty, important, significant, powerful

Notes: ΜΕΓΑΣ is an adjective meaning "great" or "large." It is used to describe the size, intensity, or importance of something or someone. For example, it can refer to a large storm, a great priest, or a significant event. As an adjective, it changes its form to match the gender, number, and case of the noun it describes.

Inflection: Masculine, Singular, Nominative. As an adjective, it inflects for gender, number, and case to agree with the noun it modifies.

Synonyms: ΠΟΛΥΣ, ΙΣΧΥΡΟΣ, ΜΕΓΑΛΟΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *meǵh₂- (great). It is a primary adjective in Greek.

Part of Speech: Verb

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

Translations: built, constructed, erected

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

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

Synonyms: ΚΤΙΖΩ, ΕΓΕΙΡΩ, ΑΝΟΙΚΟΔΟΜΕΩ

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

G2675

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-teer-TEE-sah-toh

Translations: he prepared, he restored, he perfected, he equipped, he fitted, he mended, he completed, he adjusted, he trained

Notes: This word is an inflected form of the verb ΚΑΤΑΡΤΙΖΩ, which means to prepare, restore, perfect, or equip. It is a compound word formed from the preposition ΚΑΤΑ (KATA), meaning 'down' or 'according to', and the verb ΑΡΤΙΖΩ (ARTIZO), meaning 'to fit' or 'to make ready'. The specific form ΚΑΤΗΡΤΙΣΑΤΟ indicates an action completed in the past, often with the subject acting upon themselves or for their own benefit (middle voice), or being acted upon (passive voice). It describes the act of bringing something into a proper or complete state.

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

Synonyms: ΕΤΟΙΜΑΖΩ, ΠΟΙΕΩ, ΤΕΛΕΙΟΩ

Etymology: The word ΚΑΤΑΡΤΙΖΩ is a compound verb derived from the preposition ΚΑΤΑ (KATA), meaning 'down' or 'according to', and the verb ΑΡΤΙΖΩ (ARTIZO), which means 'to fit' or 'to make ready'. The combination implies a thorough or complete fitting or preparation.

G0575

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: AF

Translations: from, away from, by, of

Notes: This word is an elided form of the preposition ΑΠΟ (APO), which means 'from' or 'away from'. The final vowel of ΑΠΟ is dropped (elided) when it precedes a word that begins with a vowel and a rough breathing mark (indicated by the apostrophe-like symbol over the vowel). It indicates separation, origin, or cause, often translated as 'from' or 'away from'. It can also denote the agent 'by' or the source 'of'.

Inflection: Does not inflect (preposition)

Synonyms: ΕΚ, ΠΑΡΑ

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

G3753

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: OH-teh

Translations: when, whenever, at which time

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΗΝΙΚΑ, ΟΠΟΤΕ

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

G1161

Part of Speech: Particle, Conjunction

Sounds like: DEH

Translations: but, and, now, then, moreover, however

Notes: ΔΕ is a common Koine Greek particle or conjunction used to connect clauses or sentences. It often indicates a transition, a contrast, or a continuation of thought. It can be translated in various ways depending on the context, such as 'but' when indicating opposition, 'and' when simply continuing a narrative, or 'now'/'then' when marking a new point or development.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΚΑΙ, ΑΛΛΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'and' or 'but'. It is an ancient particle used to connect ideas or introduce new information.

G3949

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: par-OR-ghee-san

Translations: they provoked to anger, they angered, they exasperated

Notes: This word describes the action of provoking someone to anger, causing them to become greatly displeased or exasperated. It is often used in contexts where actions or behaviors lead to divine or human wrath. It is a compound word formed from παρά (para, 'beside, by') and ὀργίζω (orgizō, 'to make angry').

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

Synonyms: ΟΡΓΙΖΩ, ΠΑΡΟΞΥΝΩ, ΕΡΕΘΙΖΩ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek παρά (pará, 'beside, by') and ὀργίζω (orgízō, 'to make angry'). The prefix παρά intensifies the meaning of the verb, indicating a strong or complete provocation to anger.

G3962

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PAH-teh-res

Translations: fathers, parents, ancestors

Notes: This word refers to male parents, or more broadly, to ancestors or forefathers. It can also be used in a spiritual sense to refer to spiritual leaders or founders. In a sentence, it would typically function as the subject or direct address.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Vocative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΓΟΝΟΙ, ΓΟΝΕΙΣ

Etymology: The word 'ΠΑΤΗΡ' comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'father'. It is a very ancient word found across many Indo-European languages.

G3474

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: nah-boo-kho-do-NO-sor

Translations: Nebuchadnezzar

Notes: This is the name of a famous king of Babylon, Nebuchadnezzar II, who reigned from approximately 605 to 562 BC. He is known for his military conquests, including the destruction of Jerusalem and the Babylonian captivity of the Jews, as well as for building the Hanging Gardens of Babylon.

Inflection: Singular, Masculine. This proper noun can inflect for case (e.g., Nominative, Genitive, Accusative).

Etymology: This name is of Babylonian origin, derived from Akkadian 'Nabu-kudurri-usur', meaning 'Nabu, protect my firstborn son' or 'Nabu, protect the boundary'. Nabu was the Babylonian god of wisdom and writing.

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

G0584

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-POH-kee-sen

Translations: exiled, deported, removed, settled (colonists), a colony was settled

Notes: This verb means to send away to settle elsewhere, to colonize, or to deport. It is often used in the context of people being sent into exile or establishing new settlements. It describes the action of moving a group of people from their homeland to another place.

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

Synonyms: ΕΞΟΡΙΖΩ, ΜΕΤΟΙΚΙΖΩ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἀπό (apo, "from, away from") and οἰκίζω (oikizō, "to settle, to colonize"), which comes from οἶκος (oikos, "house, dwelling").

G0243

Part of Speech: Prefix

Sounds like: ALL

Translations: other, another, different, foreign

Notes: This is a prefix form of the word 'ἄλλος' (allos), meaning 'other' or 'another'. It is used to form compound words that convey the idea of something being different, foreign, or belonging to another group. For example, 'ἀλλογενῶν' means 'of other races', 'ἀλλότριοι' means 'strangers' or 'foreigners', and 'ἀλλόφυλους' means 'foreigners' or 'of another tribe'.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a prefix)

Synonyms: ΕΤΕΡΟΣ

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

G4413

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: PRO-toh

Translations: first, foremost, chief, principal, before, at the first, in the first

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'first' or 'foremost'. It is used to indicate something that is initial in time, order, or importance. In the dative case, as seen here, it often translates to 'at the first' or 'in the first' when referring to a time or place, or 'to the first' when indicating direction or recipient.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΑΡΧΗ, ΠΡΩΤΕΥΩ

Etymology: The word 'πρῶτος' (prōtos) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *per-, meaning 'forward' or 'through'. It is the superlative form of 'πρό' (pro), meaning 'before' or 'in front of'.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: oy-ko-do-may-THEN-thay

Translations: to be built, to be constructed, to be edified

Notes: This word is the aorist passive infinitive of the verb 'οἰκοδομέω' (oikodomeō), meaning 'to build' or 'to construct'. In its passive form, it means 'to be built' or 'to be constructed'. It can also carry the metaphorical sense of 'to be edified' or 'to be built up' spiritually or morally. As an infinitive, it functions like a verbal noun, often used after verbs like 'to command' or 'to decide', indicating the purpose or result of an action.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΚΤΙΖΩ, ΑΝΟΙΚΟΔΟΜΕΩ

G4632

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: SKEV-ee

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΕΞΑΡΤΥΣΙΣ, ΟΠΛΑ, ΠΡΑΓΜΑΤΑ

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

G0692

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ar-GY-rah

Translations: silver, made of silver, silvery, of silver

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'made of silver' or 'silvery'. It describes something that is composed of or resembles silver. It can be used to describe objects, structures, or even qualities associated with silver, such as brightness or value. For example, one might speak of 'silver vessels' or 'silver battlements'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Vocative or Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΡΓΥΡΟΥΣ, ΑΡΓΥΡΙΟΝ

Etymology: From the Greek word ἄργυρος (argyros), meaning 'silver'. This word is related to the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'white' or 'shining'.

Part of Speech: Letter, Numeral, Prefix

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

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

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

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

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

G1627

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eks-AY-nen-ken

Translations: brought out, produced, yielded, bore, carried out

Notes: This is a compound verb, formed from the preposition 'ἐκ' (ek), meaning 'out of', and the verb 'φέρω' (phero), meaning 'to carry' or 'to bear'. Therefore, it means 'to carry out', 'to bring forth', 'to produce', or 'to yield'. It is used to describe the action of bringing something from an inside location to an outside one, or of a plant producing fruit.

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

Synonyms: ΕΞΑΓΩ, ΠΡΟΑΓΩ, ΦΕΡΩ

G3624

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: OY-koo

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΙΑ, ΟΙΚΗΜΑ, ΝΑΟΣ

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

G2419

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ee-eh-roo-SAH-aym

Translations: Jerusalem

Notes: This is the name of the capital city of ancient Judea, a significant city in Jewish and Christian history. It is often referred to as the 'Holy City' and is central to many biblical narratives. It is used to refer to the physical city as well as, at times, the spiritual community of God's people.

Inflection: Indeclinable

Etymology: The name 'Jerusalem' is of Hebrew origin, derived from 'Yerushalayim'. The meaning is often interpreted as 'foundation of Shalem' or 'city of peace', with 'Shalem' possibly referring to an ancient Canaanite deity or meaning 'peace'.

G667

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-pee-NENG-ken

Translations: carried away, brought away, took away

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb 'ἀποφέρω', meaning 'to carry away' or 'to bring away'. It describes an action that was completed in the past, indicating that someone or something moved an object from one place to another, specifically away from a starting point. It is often used in contexts of removal or transportation.

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

Synonyms: ΕΞΑΓΩ, ΑΝΑΦΕΡΩ

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: bah-gah-SAR

Translations: Bagasar

Notes: This word appears to be a proper noun, likely a name, possibly a variant or misspelling of a known biblical or historical name. It is not a standard Koine Greek word. Given the context of the example usage which mentions Nebuchadnezzar and Jerusalem, it might be a corrupted or alternative spelling of a name from that historical period or a place name. It does not inflect.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: This word is likely a transliteration or a variant of a foreign proper name, possibly of Persian or Babylonian origin, rather than a word with a Greek etymology. Its precise origin is uncertain.

G2344

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: thay-sa-ROO

Translations: of treasure, of a treasure, of store, of a store, of a treasury, of a storehouse, of a strongbox

Notes: This word refers to a place where valuable things are stored, such as a treasury, storehouse, or strongbox. It can also refer to the valuable things themselves, like a collection of treasures or a store of goods. In this inflected form, it indicates possession or origin, meaning 'of treasure' or 'belonging to a treasure'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΘΗΣΑΥΡΙΣΜΑ, ΑΠΟΘΗΚΗ, ΤΑΜΕΙΟΝ

G5087

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: THES

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

Notes: This word is the second person singular aorist active imperative form of the verb τίθημι (tithēmi), meaning 'to put,' 'to place,' or 'to set.' It is a command directed at a single person, instructing them to perform the action of placing or setting something. It can be used in various contexts, such as 'put down your burdens' or 'set your heart on something.'

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

Synonyms: ΒΑΛΕ, ΕΠΙΘΕΣ, ΚΑΤΑΘΕΣ

G3624

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: OY-koh

Translations: (to) house, (to) household, (to) family, (to) temple, (to) home

Notes: This word refers to a house, a dwelling place, or a building. It can also refer to a household, meaning the family and all who live within the house, or more broadly, a lineage or a family line. In a religious context, it can refer to a temple or the house of God. The form ΟἸΚΩ is the dative singular, indicating the indirect object of an action, often translated with 'to' or 'for'.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΙΑ, ΟΙΚΗΜΑ, ΟΙΚΟΣ

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: Sar-ba-GAR

Translations: Sarbagar, Sheshbazzar

Notes: This word appears to be a transliteration of a foreign proper name, likely Aramaic or Persian in origin, into Koine Greek. It refers to a specific individual, possibly a governor or leader, who was involved in the rebuilding of the temple in Jerusalem. It is often associated with the biblical figure Sheshbazzar, though the exact spelling differs. As a proper noun, it functions as the subject or object of a sentence, identifying a unique person.

Inflection: Singular, Masculine

Etymology: This word is a transliteration of a foreign proper name, likely Aramaic or Persian, into Greek. It does not have a Greek etymology in the traditional sense but rather represents the sound of a name from another language.

G1565

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective

Sounds like: eh-KAY-nos

Translations: that, that one, he, she, it, those, they

Notes: This word is a demonstrative pronoun or adjective meaning 'that' or 'that one'. As a pronoun, it refers to a person or thing previously mentioned or understood from context, often emphasizing distance or distinction from the speaker or listener. As an adjective, it modifies a noun, indicating 'that' specific noun. It is used to point out something or someone 'over there' or 'the one previously mentioned', contrasting with 'this' (οὗτος).

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Etymology: From ἐκεῖ (ekeî, 'there'). It refers to something or someone at a distance, contrasting with οὗτος (hoûtos, 'this one, here').

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.

G5055

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-teh-LEH-sthee

Translations: it was finished, it was completed, it was accomplished, it was fulfilled

Notes: This word is the aorist passive indicative form of the verb 'τελέω' (teleō), meaning 'to finish,' 'to complete,' or 'to accomplish.' In this form, it indicates that an action was completed or brought to an end in the past, with the subject being the recipient of the action (i.e., it was finished by someone or something). It is often used to describe the completion of a task, a prophecy, or a period of time.

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

Synonyms: ΠΛΗΡΟΩ, ΣΥΝΤΕΛΕΩ, ΠΕΡΑΙΝΩ

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).

G0018

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: ah-gah-THON

Translations: good, a good thing, benefit, advantage, what is good

Notes: This word describes something that is good, beneficial, or morally upright. As an adjective, it modifies a noun, indicating its positive quality. As a neuter noun, it often refers to 'a good thing' or 'what is good' in a general sense, encompassing both moral excellence and practical benefit. It is frequently used to describe actions, outcomes, or qualities that are desirable or virtuous.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΚΑΛΟΣ, ΧΡΗΣΤΟΣ

Etymology: The word originates from Proto-Indo-European, referring to something that is 'good' or 'noble'. It has cognates in various Indo-European languages.

G1980

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ep-is-KEP-ee-toh

Translations: let him search, let him examine, let him look into, let him inspect, let him visit, let him oversee

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to search, examine, or look into something, often with the implication of careful inspection or oversight. It can also mean to visit someone, especially in a caring or protective capacity. In the provided context, it is used in the sense of searching or examining records or places.

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Aorist, Passive, Imperative

Synonyms: ΕΞΕΤΑΖΕΤΩ, ΕΡΕΥΝΑΤΩ, ΣΚΟΠΕΙΤΩ

Etymology: The word ἐπισκέπτομαι (episkeptomai) is a compound word formed from the preposition ἐπί (epi), meaning 'upon' or 'over', and the verb σκέπτομαι (skeptomai), meaning 'to look at' or 'to examine'.

G1048

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: GAH-zays

Translations: of Gaza

Notes: This is the genitive singular form of the proper noun "Gaza," referring to the ancient city located in the southwestern Levant. It is used to indicate possession or origin, similar to saying "of Gaza" or "Gaza's" in English. For example, it might be used in phrases like "the walls of Gaza" or "the king of Gaza."

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Etymology: The name "Gaza" is of Semitic origin, likely from a word meaning "strong" or "fortress." It has been known by this name since ancient times.

G1108

Part of Speech: Noun, Verb

Sounds like: GNOHS

Translations: knowledge, a knowledge, understanding, a knowing, to know, to understand

Notes: This word functions as a root or stem from which various forms of the verb 'to know' and the noun 'knowledge' are derived. It refers to the act of knowing, understanding, or perceiving something, and also to the state of having knowledge or understanding. It is often used in contexts of intellectual or spiritual comprehension.

Inflection: This is a root/stem form and does not inflect on its own. It forms the basis for various inflected verbs and nouns.

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΓΝΩΣΙΣ, ΣΥΝΕΣΙΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *ǵneh₃- (to know). It is related to the English word 'know' and Latin 'gnoscere'.

G1096

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-GEH-neh-toh

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΕΙΜΙ, ΥΠΑΡΧΩ

G1565

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective

Sounds like: eh-KAY-non

Translations: that (one), him, it

Notes: This word is a demonstrative pronoun or adjective, meaning 'that' or 'that one'. It refers to something distant in space or time, or something previously mentioned or understood from the context. As a pronoun, it can stand alone, meaning 'that one' or 'him/it'. As an adjective, it modifies a noun, meaning 'that [noun]'. In this form, it is used for a masculine singular object of a verb or preposition.

Inflection: Masculine, Singular, Accusative

Synonyms: ΟΥ̓ΤΟΣ, ὉΔΕ

Etymology: The word ἘΚΕΙΝΟΣ (ekeinos) is derived from the adverb ἐκεῖ (ekei), meaning 'there'. It refers to something 'over there' or 'that one there', indicating distance.

G4012