2001 Translation

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.

G1096

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-geh-NEE-thay

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΣΥΜΒΑΙΝΩ, ΥΠΑΡΧΩ

G3056

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: LOH-goss

Translations: word, a word, reason, a reason, account, an account, speech, a speech, message, a message, report, a report, thing, a thing, matter, a matter, saying, a saying, discourse, a discourse

Notes: The word 'logos' is a fundamental term in Koine Greek with a wide range of meanings. It can refer to a spoken or written word, a statement, a message, or a command. Beyond simple communication, it also encompasses concepts like reason, logic, an account, a narrative, or even a divine utterance or principle. Its specific meaning often depends on the context in which it is used.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΡΗΜΑ, ΕΠΟΣ

Etymology: From the verb λέγω (legō), meaning 'to say, speak'. It refers to something said or thought, and its meaning evolved to encompass both speech and the underlying reason or thought.

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.

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.

G3004

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: leh-GOHN

Translations: saying, speaking, telling

Notes: ΛΕΓΩΝ is the present active participle of the verb λέγω (legō), meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. It is commonly used to introduce direct or indirect speech, functioning similarly to 'saying' or 'speaking' in English. For example, it might be translated as 'he came saying...' or 'they decreed, speaking...'. It describes an ongoing action of speaking or declaring.

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

Synonyms: ΛΑΛΩΝ, ΦΩΝΩΝ, ΕΡΩΝ

Etymology: The word λέγω (legō) comes from Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'to collect, gather, pick out'. In Greek, it evolved to mean 'to speak' or 'to say', perhaps from the idea of 'picking out words'.

G4572

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: seh-ahf-TOH

Translations: (to) yourself, (to) thyself

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

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Feminine

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

G5489

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: khar-TEE-on

Translations: paper, a paper, scroll, a scroll, sheet, a sheet

Notes: This word refers to a sheet of paper or a small scroll, often made from papyrus. It is a diminutive form of the word 'chartes' (ΧΑΡΤΗΣ), meaning 'papyrus' or 'sheet'. It is used to describe the material on which something is written, such as a letter or a legal document. It is typically used in the singular.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΒΙΒΛΙΟΝ, ΓΡΑΜΜΑ

Etymology: From ΧΑΡΤΗΣ (chartēs), meaning 'papyrus' or 'sheet', which itself is of Egyptian origin, referring to the papyrus plant. The suffix -ιον (-ion) indicates a diminutive form.

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.

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'.

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).

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: 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.

G0575

G3588, G3739, G3778, G5101

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.

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

G2980

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: lah-LAY-sahn-toss

Translations: of speaking, of having spoken, of saying, of having said, of talking, of having talked

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'to speak' or 'to say'. It describes someone who has already performed the action of speaking or saying something. It functions like an adjective, modifying a noun or pronoun, and indicates the genitive case, often translated with 'of' or 'belonging to'.

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

Synonyms: ΕΡΩ, ΛΕΓΩ, ΦΗΜΙ

G4314

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: PROSS

Translations: to, toward, with, for, against, at, near, by, in, into, unto, before, concerning, in the presence of, in addition to, in reference to

Notes: This is a versatile preposition that can take different meanings depending on the case of the noun it governs. With the accusative case, it typically indicates direction 'to' or 'toward' something or someone, or purpose 'for' something. With the dative case, it can mean 'at' or 'near' a place, or 'in addition to'. With the genitive case, it can mean 'from' or 'in the presence of' someone, or 'in favor of'. It is frequently used to express relationship, direction, or proximity.

Inflection: Does not inflect, but governs the Accusative, Dative, and Genitive cases.

Synonyms: ΕΠΙ, ΠΑΡΑ, ΥΠΟ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *pro-, meaning 'forward, through'. It is related to other prepositions and adverbs in various Indo-European languages that convey notions of movement, direction, or proximity.

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.

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.

G191

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-koo-SEH-tai

Translations: he will hear, she will hear, it will hear, he will listen, she will listen, it will listen, he will obey, she will obey, it will obey

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to hear,' 'to listen,' or 'to obey.' It is used to describe the action of perceiving sound or paying attention to something, often implying a response or compliance. For example, it can be used in sentences like 'He will hear the voice' or 'She will listen to the command.'

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

Synonyms: ΠΕΙΘΟΜΑΙ, ΥΠΑΚΟΥΩ

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'.

G2556

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: KAH-kah

Translations: evil things, bad things, evils, misfortunes, troubles, a bad thing, an evil thing

Notes: This word is an inflection of the adjective ΚΑΚΟΣ (kakos), meaning 'bad' or 'evil'. As 'ΚΑΚΑ', it typically functions as a neuter plural noun or adjective, referring to 'evil things', 'bad things', 'misfortunes', or 'troubles'. It describes things that are morally wrong, harmful, or unpleasant. For example, it can be used to speak of calamities or wicked deeds.

Inflection: Neuter, Plural, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΠΟΝΗΡΑ, ΦΑΥΛΑ, ΒΛΑΒΕΡΑ

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.

G1473

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: eh-GOH

Translations: I, me

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

Inflection: First Person, Singular, Nominative

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

G3049

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: loh-GHEE-zoh-my

Translations: to reckon, to consider, to count, to calculate, to think, to impute, to suppose, to reason, to devise

Notes: This verb means to reckon, count, or calculate, often in a financial or numerical sense. It can also mean to consider, think, or reason about something, implying a mental process of deliberation or evaluation. In some contexts, it can mean to impute or attribute something to someone, such as righteousness or sin. It is used to describe both practical calculations and deeper intellectual or moral considerations.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Indicative, 1st Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΝΟΜΙΖΩ, ΗΓΕΟΜΑΙ, ΔΙΑΛΟΓΙΖΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: From 'λόγος' (logos), meaning 'word' or 'reason', combined with the suffix '-ίζω' which forms verbs. It implies an action related to reasoning, counting, or speaking.

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

G2443

Part of Speech: Conjunction

Sounds like: EE-nah

Translations: in order that, that, so that, to

Notes: This word is a conjunction used to introduce a clause expressing purpose, result, or content. It often translates to 'in order that' or simply 'that' when indicating the aim or outcome of an action. It can also be used to express a command or exhortation, especially when followed by the subjunctive mood.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΠΩΣ, ΩΣΤΕ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *en- (in). It is related to the preposition 'in' and developed into a conjunction expressing purpose or result.

G0654

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-pos-TREP-soh-sin

Translations: they turn back, they may turn back, they might turn back, they return, they may return, they might return, they turn away, they may turn away, they might turn away, they avert, they may avert, they might avert

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to turn back, return, turn away, or avert. It describes an action of changing direction or causing something to go in a different direction. It can be used transitively (to turn something away) or intransitively (to turn oneself back). In the provided context, it suggests a turning back or returning to a place or state.

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

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΣΤΡΕΦΩ, ΣΤΡΕΦΩ, ΑΠΟΚΛΙΝΩ

Etymology: The word ἀποστρέφω (apostrephō) is a compound word formed from the prefix ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb στρέφω (strephō), meaning 'to turn'. Thus, its meaning is literally 'to turn away from'.

G2436

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: EE-leh-ohs

Translations: gracious, merciful, propitious, favorable

Notes: This word describes someone or something that is gracious, merciful, or propitious, often in a religious context, indicating a favorable disposition, especially from God. It can be used to describe God's willingness to forgive or show favor. It is often used in prayers or supplications, asking for mercy or favor.

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

Synonyms: ΕΥΣΠΛΑΓΧΝΟΣ, ΕΛΕΗΜΩΝ

Etymology: This word is of uncertain origin, possibly related to the verb ἱλάσκομαι (hilaskomai), meaning 'to propitiate' or 'to make atonement'.

G3473

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: nay-REE-oo

Translations: of Neriah

Notes: This is the genitive singular form of the proper noun 'Νηρίας' (Neriah). Neriah was the father of Baruch, a scribe and companion of the prophet Jeremiah in the Old Testament. The word is used to indicate possession or origin, meaning 'belonging to Neriah' or 'son of Neriah'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Etymology: The name 'Νηρίας' (Neriah) is of Hebrew origin, derived from the Hebrew name 'נֵרִיָּה' (Neriyyah), meaning 'lamp of Yahweh' or 'Yahweh is my lamp'.

G4750

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: STOH-mah-tos

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Neuter

Synonyms: ΧΕΙΛΟΣ, ΦΩΝΗ

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

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'.

G5442

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: foo-LAS-so-my

Translations: I guard myself, I am guarded, I beware, I keep myself, I observe, I protect myself, I am preserved

Notes: This verb is in the middle or passive voice, indicating that the action is performed by the subject upon itself (middle voice) or that the subject receives the action (passive voice). It means to guard, watch, or protect, often with the nuance of guarding oneself, being on one's guard, or being preserved. It can also mean to observe or keep a law or custom.

Inflection: First Person, Singular, Present, Indicative, Middle or Passive

Synonyms: ΤΗΡΕΩ, ΦΥΛΑΚΤΩΡ

Etymology: The word comes from the Greek root φύλαξ (phylax), meaning 'a guard' or 'a watcher'.

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.

G1410

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: doo-NAH-meh

Translations: to be able, to be capable, to have power, to be strong, to prevail, can, may

Notes: This verb means 'to be able' or 'to have power'. It is often used to express capability, possibility, or permission. It can be translated as 'can' or 'may' in English. For example, 'I am able to go' or 'He has the power to do this'. It is frequently followed by an infinitive.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Indicative, 1st Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΙΣΧΥΩ, ΕΞΟΥΣΙΑΖΩ

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

G1525

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ice-EL-thain

Translations: to enter, to go in, to come in

Notes: This word is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'to enter' or 'to go in'. It describes the action of moving into a place or situation. It is often used to indicate the commencement of an action or the arrival at a destination.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΕἸΣΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ, ΕἸΣΒΑΙΝΩ

Etymology: The word ΕἸΣΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ is a compound verb formed from the preposition ΕἸΣ (eis), meaning 'into' or 'to', and the verb ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go'.

G5489

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: khar-TEE-oh

Translations: (to) paper, (to) a paper, (to) scroll, (to) a scroll

Notes: This word refers to a sheet of paper or a scroll, which was the common writing material in ancient times. It is used here in the dative case, indicating the indirect object or location, often translated with 'to' or 'on/in' depending on the context.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΒΙΒΛΙΟΝ, ΒΙΒΛΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΧΑΡΤΙΟΝ (chartion) is a diminutive of ΧΑΡΤΗΣ (chartēs), meaning 'papyrus leaf' or 'sheet of paper'. It is related to the verb χαράσσω (charassō), 'to engrave' or 'to scratch', referring to the act of writing on such material.

G3778

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun

Sounds like: TOO-toh

Translations: (to) this, (for) this, (by) this, (in) this, (with) this

Notes: This word is a demonstrative pronoun meaning 'this' or 'that'. In its dative singular form, as 'ΤΟΥΤΩ', it indicates the indirect object of an action, or the means, instrument, or location. It can be translated as 'to this', 'for this', 'by this', 'in this', or 'with this', depending on the context. It points to something specific that is near or recently mentioned.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΟΔΕ, ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ

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.

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

G3775, G1510

Part of Speech: Noun, Verb

Sounds like: OH-see

Translations: ears, to be, they are, they may be

Notes: This word has two primary meanings depending on its context. It can be the dative plural of the noun 'ear', meaning 'to/for ears' or 'in the ears'. In this usage, it refers to the organ of hearing. Alternatively, it can be the third person plural present subjunctive form of the verb 'to be', meaning 'they may be' or 'they are'. This form is often used in clauses expressing purpose or possibility.

Inflection: Dative, Plural (for Noun); Third Person, Plural, Present, Subjunctive (for Verb)

G2064

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: er-KHO-meh-nohn

Translations: coming, going, a coming, a going, those coming, those going, of those coming, of those going

Notes: This word is a present participle of the verb 'ἔρχομαι' (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or an adverb, describing an action that is ongoing or habitual. In this form, it refers to 'those who are coming' or 'those who are going', often implying a group or a general state of arrival or departure. It can be used to describe people, events, or things that are in the process of arriving or moving.

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

Synonyms: ΕΛΘΟΝΤΩΝ, ΙΟΝΤΩΝ

G1656

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: EH-leh-os

Translations: mercy, a mercy, compassion, pity

Notes: ἘΛΕΟΣ refers to active compassion, pity, or mercy, often extended by a superior to an inferior, or by God to humanity. It implies a deep feeling of sympathy that leads to practical help or forgiveness. It is frequently used in the context of God's benevolent actions towards His people.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΤΙΡΜΟΣ, ΣΠΛΑΓΧΝΑ

Etymology: The etymology of ἘΛΕΟΣ is uncertain, but it is thought to be related to a root meaning 'to feel pity' or 'to be moved by compassion'.

G2596

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: KAH-tah

Translations: down, according to, against, throughout, by, during, concerning, along

Notes: ΚΑΤΑ is a versatile preposition in Koine Greek. Its meaning varies significantly depending on the case of the noun it governs. When used with the genitive case, it often indicates movement 'down from,' opposition 'against,' or reference 'concerning' something. When used with the accusative case, it typically means 'down along,' 'according to,' 'throughout,' 'during,' or 'by' means of something. It can express direction, distribution, opposition, or a standard.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΑΝΤΙ, ΔΙΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *kmtá, meaning 'down, with'. It is related to other prepositions and adverbs in various Indo-European languages.

G4383

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pros-OH-pon

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΟΨΙΣ, ΕΙΔΟΣ, ΜΟΡΦΗ

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

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.

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.

G2372

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: THOO-mos

Translations: passion, anger, rage, wrath, indignation, a passion, a rage

Notes: This word refers to a strong, often intense, emotional state. It can denote a passionate outburst, a fit of anger, or a deep-seated wrath or indignation. It is often used to describe a powerful emotional response, sometimes impulsive and volatile.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΟΡΓΗ, ΠΑΘΟΣ, ΖΗΛΟΣ

Etymology: From an assumed primary word meaning 'to rush, breathe hard'. It refers to the soul as the seat of emotion, hence 'passion' or 'anger'.

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.

G3709

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: or-GAY

Translations: wrath, anger, indignation, a wrath, an anger

Notes: This word refers to a strong, often violent, emotion of displeasure or indignation. It can describe human anger, but is frequently used in a theological context to refer to God's righteous wrath against sin. It is a feminine noun.

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

Synonyms: ΘΥΜΟΣ, ΧΟΛΗ

Etymology: From the Proto-Indo-European root *werg- meaning 'to work, to do'. The word originally referred to an 'impulse' or 'disposition', which then developed into the meaning of 'anger' or 'wrath' as an internal working or agitation.

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

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

G0976

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: BEE-blee-oh

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΒΙΒΛΟΣ, ΓΡΑΜΜΑΤΕΙΟΝ

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

G1571

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eks-ek-klee-SEE-ah-san

Translations: they called an assembly, they assembled, they gathered, they convened

Notes: This is a verb meaning 'to call an assembly' or 'to convene a meeting'. It is formed from the noun 'ἐκκλησία' (ekklesia), meaning 'assembly' or 'church', and the verb suffix '-άζω' (azō), which indicates an action related to the noun. The prefix 'ἐξ-' (ex-) means 'out of' or 'from', emphasizing the act of calling people out to gather. It describes the action of people coming together for a specific purpose, often a formal or public gathering.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, Third Person Plural

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΑΓΩ, ΑΘΡΟΙΖΩ, ΣΥΝΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

G3956

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: PAS

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

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

Inflection: Masculine, Singular, Nominative

Synonyms: ΟΛΟΣ, ΑΠΑΣ

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

G0314

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-neh-GIH-noh-skeh

Translations: was reading, read, recognized

Notes: This word means to read, often with the implication of reading aloud or publicly. It can also mean to recognize or know again. It describes an action that was ongoing or repeated in the past.

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

Synonyms: ἈΝΑΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the preposition ἀνά (aná), meaning 'up' or 'again', and the verb γινώσκω (ginōskō), meaning 'to know' or 'to perceive'. The combination suggests 'to know again' or 'to read up'.

G1122

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: grah-mah-TEH-ohs

Translations: (of) a scribe, (of) the scribe, (of) a secretary, (of) the secretary, (of) a clerk, (of) the clerk

Notes: This word refers to a scribe, secretary, or clerk. In ancient contexts, a scribe was often a professional writer, copyist, or public notary, particularly one skilled in religious law or official documents. They played a significant role in society, especially in the administration and interpretation of laws.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΓΡΑΜΜΑΤΕΙΑ, ΓΡΑΦΕΥΣ

Etymology: The word ΓΡΑΜΜΑΤΕΥΣ (grammateus) is derived from the Greek word ΓΡΑΜΜΑ (gramma), meaning 'letter' or 'writing'. It refers to one who deals with letters or writing.

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.

G0833

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: OW-lay

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

Notes: This word refers to an open space surrounded by walls or buildings, such as a courtyard or a court. It can also denote a palace, as the main residence of a king or ruler often included such a court. In a more rustic context, it can refer to a sheepfold or a pen where animals are kept.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΥΛΙΣ, ΕΠΑΥΛΙΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *h₂ew- (to dwell, to live). It refers to an enclosed space, often for dwelling or keeping animals.

G1883

Part of Speech: Adverb, Preposition

Sounds like: eh-pa-NOH

Translations: above, over, on, upon, up, more than

Notes: This word functions as an adverb meaning 'above' or 'on top'. It can also be used as a preposition, often taking the genitive case, to indicate position 'over' or 'upon' something, or to mean 'more than' in a comparative sense. It describes location or superiority.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ἘΠΙ, ὙΠΕΡ

Etymology: This word is a compound of the preposition ἐπί (epi), meaning 'upon' or 'on', and ἄνω (anō), meaning 'upwards' or 'above'.

G4259

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pro-THOO-roys

Translations: (to) vestibules, (to) porches, (to) doorways, (to) gates

Notes: This word refers to the area just inside or outside the entrance of a building, such as a vestibule, porch, or doorway. It is a compound word formed from πρό (before) and θύρα (door). It is used to describe a threshold or an entrance area. In the provided examples, it is used in the context of placing something in or eating in these entrance areas.

Inflection: Plural, Dative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΠΥΛΩΝ, ΘΥΡΑ

Etymology: The word ΠΡΟΘΥΡΟΝ is a compound of the preposition πρό (pro), meaning 'before' or 'in front of', and the noun θύρα (thyra), meaning 'door' or 'gate'. It literally means 'that which is before the door'.

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.

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.

G0537

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-PAN-tas

Translations: all, every, the whole, everyone

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'all', 'every', or 'the whole'. It is used to indicate the entirety of a group or quantity. In this form, it is the masculine or feminine accusative plural, meaning it refers to 'all' or 'everyone' as the direct object of a verb, or after a preposition that takes the accusative case.

Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΑΣ, ΟΛΟΣ

Etymology: The word ἅπας (hapas) is a compound word formed from the prefix ἁ- (ha-), meaning 'together' or 'one and the same', and πᾶς (pas), meaning 'all' or 'every'. It emphasizes the totality or completeness of something.

G2597

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ka-TE-bee

Translations: he went down, he descended

Notes: This word means 'he went down' or 'he descended'. It describes the action of moving from a higher place to a lower one. It is typically used in past tense contexts to indicate that someone or something completed the action of descending.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΑΤΑΠΙΠΤΩ

Etymology: The word ΚΑΤΑΒΑΙΝΩ is a compound of the prefix ΚΑΤΑ (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and the verb ΒΑΙΝΩ (bainō), meaning 'to go' or 'to step'.

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.

G1662

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: eh-lay-SAH-mah

Translations: Eliseama, Elishama

Notes: This is a proper noun, specifically a masculine personal name of Hebrew origin. It refers to a specific individual, often found in genealogical lists or historical accounts. In the Old Testament, Elishama was the father of Nethaniah and grandfather of Ishmael, who murdered Gedaliah. Another Elishama was a prince of Ephraim during the Exodus.

Inflection: Singular, Masculine, Nominative

Etymology: The name Eliseama is of Hebrew origin, derived from the Hebrew name אֱלִישָׁמָע (Elishamaʿ), meaning 'my God has heard' or 'God has heard'. It is a compound name combining 'El' (God) and 'shama' (to hear).

G1122

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: grah-ma-TEFS

Translations: scribe, a scribe, secretary, a secretary, clerk, a clerk

Notes: This word refers to a scribe, a person skilled in writing, especially in ancient times. Scribes often served as secretaries, clerks, or public notaries, responsible for writing, copying, and keeping records, and sometimes interpreting laws.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΝΟΜΟΔΙΔΑΣΚΑΛΟΣ, ΝΟΜΙΚΟΣ

Etymology: From the Greek word γράμμα (gramma), meaning 'a letter' or 'writing', combined with a suffix indicating an agent or practitioner. It refers to one who deals with writing or letters.

G4523

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: seh-leh-MEE-oo

Translations: (of) Shelemiah

Notes: This is a proper noun, a masculine name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'peace of Yahweh' or 'recompense of Yahweh'. It is often used in the genitive case to indicate parentage, as in 'son of Shelemiah'. It appears frequently in the Old Testament, particularly in the books of Jeremiah and Ezra, referring to various individuals.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Etymology: The name Shelemiah is of Hebrew origin, derived from the Hebrew name שְׁלֶמְיָה (Shelemyah), meaning 'Yahweh has repaid' or 'peace of Yahweh'. It combines 'shalem' (peace, complete) and 'Yah' (a shortened form of Yahweh).

G4242

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: seh-deh-KEE-as

Translations: Zedekiah

Notes: Zedekiah is a Hebrew proper name, meaning 'My righteousness is Yahweh' or 'Yahweh is righteousness'. It refers to several individuals in the Old Testament, most notably the last king of Judah before the Babylonian exile, and also a false prophet during the time of Jeremiah. It is used to identify a specific person.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Etymology: From Hebrew TSDQYH (Tzidqiyyah), meaning 'My righteousness is Yahweh'. It is a compound of 'tsedeq' (righteousness) and 'Yah' (a shortened form of Yahweh).

G0314

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: ah-nah-gi-NOH-skon-tos

Translations: reading, while reading, as he was reading, of one reading

Notes: This word is a present active participle of the verb 'to read' or 'to know again'. It describes an action that is ongoing or happening at the same time as another event. It often translates as 'reading' or 'while reading', indicating someone who is in the act of reading. In the genitive case, as it is here, it often functions to describe 'of one who is reading' or 'of him reading'.

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

Synonyms: ΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΜΑΝΘΑΝΩ

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: KHOO-say

Translations: Hushai, Cushi

Notes: This is a proper noun, a transliteration of a Hebrew personal name. It refers to individuals in the Old Testament, such as Hushai the Archite, who was a loyal friend and counselor to King David, or Cushi, the father of the prophet Zephaniah. It is used to identify specific people.

Inflection: Singular, Masculine, Nominative or Genitive

Etymology: The word is a transliteration of the Hebrew name חוּשַׁי (Chushay) or כּוּשִׁי (Kushi). The meaning of the Hebrew names is debated, but Chushay is often associated with 'hasty' or 'sensible', while Kushi means 'Cushite' or 'Ethiopian'.

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.

G5599, G3739

Part of Speech: Letter, Interjection, Relative Pronoun

Sounds like: OH-meh-gah (as a letter); OH (as an interjection); OH (as a pronoun)

Translations: Omega, O, Oh, the end, the last, (to) whom, (to) which, (to) what, (to) that, (to) who, (to) those, (to) whomsoever, (to) whatsoever

Notes: This character, Omega, is the twenty-fourth and final letter of the Greek alphabet. As a letter, it represents the long 'o' sound. It can also function as an interjection, similar to 'O' or 'Oh' in English, used for direct address or exclamation. Furthermore, without diacritics, 'Ω' can represent the dative singular form of the relative pronoun 'ὅς, ἥ, ὅ', meaning 'to whom', 'to which', or 'to what', depending on context and gender. It can refer to a person or thing that is the indirect object of an action.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a letter or interjection); Dative, Singular, All genders (as a relative pronoun)

Etymology: The letter Omega is derived from the Phoenician letter 'ayin'. Its name literally means 'great O' (ō mega), distinguishing it from Omicron ('small O'). As a relative pronoun, it originates from Proto-Indo-European roots.

G0314

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-nah-gi-NOH-skays

Translations: you read, do you read, you are reading

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἀνά (ana), meaning 'up' or 'again', and the verb γινώσκω (ginōskō), meaning 'to know' or 'to perceive'. Together, it means 'to read' or 'to recognize by reading'. It is used to describe the act of perusing written text or understanding its content. For example, one might ask, 'Do you read the scriptures?'

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

Synonyms: ΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΜΑΝΘΑΝΩ

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.

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.

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

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

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.

G4823

Part of Speech: Verb

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

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΒΟΥΛΕΥΟΜΑΙ, ΣΥΝΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ

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

G4139

Part of Speech: Adverb, Noun

Sounds like: PLAY-see-on

Translations: near, nearby, neighbor, a neighbor, one's neighbor

Notes: This word primarily functions as an adverb meaning 'near' or 'nearby', indicating proximity in space or time. It can also be used substantively as a noun, typically in the neuter singular, to refer to 'one's neighbor' or 'the person next to you'. When used as a noun, it often refers to a fellow human being, emphasizing a relationship of proximity or community.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as an adverb); Neuter, Singular (when used substantively as a noun)

Synonyms: ΕΓΓΥΣ, ΠΑΡΑΠΛΗΣΙΟΝ

G0312

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-nah-gkel-LON-tes

Translations: announcing, reporting, declaring, telling, proclaiming, relating

Notes: This word is a present active participle, meaning 'announcing' or 'reporting'. It describes an ongoing action of making something known, often publicly or formally. It can be used to describe someone who is in the process of delivering news, a message, or a declaration.

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

Synonyms: ἈΠΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ, ΚΑΤΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ, ΔΙΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ

G0312

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-nahng-GEH-loh-men

Translations: we may announce, we may report, we may declare, we may proclaim, we may tell

Notes: This word means to announce, report, declare, or proclaim. It is a compound verb formed from the prefix ἀνά (ana, meaning 'up' or 'again') and ἀγγέλλω (angellō, meaning 'to announce' or 'to bring a message'). It is used to describe the act of bringing a message or news, often with an emphasis on making it known publicly or clearly.

Inflection: First Person Plural, Aorist, Active, Subjunctive

Synonyms: ΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ, ΚΗΡΥΣΣΩ, ΔΗΛΟΩ

G2618

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tah-kroo-BEE-thee

Translations: hide, be hidden, conceal yourself

Notes: This word is an imperative verb meaning 'hide yourself' or 'be hidden'. It is a command for someone to conceal themselves. It is often used reflexively, indicating that the subject should hide themselves from view.

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

Synonyms: ΚΡΥΠΤΩ, ΑΠΟΚΡΥΠΤΩ

Etymology: The word κατακρύπτω (katakryptō) is a compound verb formed from the preposition κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and the verb κρύπτω (kryptō), meaning 'to hide' or 'to conceal'. The prefix κατά intensifies the action of hiding.

G0444

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: AN-throh-poss

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΝΗΡ, ΒΡΟΤΟΣ

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

G1525

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eis-EL-thon

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΥΠΑΓΩ

G1325

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-DOH-kahn

Translations: they gave, they did give

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'they gave' or 'they did give'. It describes an action of giving that occurred in the past. It is typically used when referring to multiple subjects who performed the act of giving.

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

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΕΔΩΚΑΝ, ΕΔΩΚΑΝ

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

G1661

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: eh-LEI-sah

Translations: Elishah

Notes: Elishah is a proper noun, referring to a person or a place. In biblical contexts, it is the name of a son of Javan, grandson of Noah, and is associated with a region or people, possibly in the Mediterranean or Aegean Sea area. It is used as a singular, masculine proper name.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Etymology: The name Elishah is of Hebrew origin, derived from the Hebrew name אֱלִישָׁה (Elishah). It is believed to refer to a people or region associated with the descendants of Javan, often identified with parts of Greece or the Aegean islands.

G0312

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: an-ang-GEL-lan

Translations: they reported, they announced, they told, they declared

Notes: This word means to report, announce, declare, or tell. It is used to convey information or news, often implying a formal or official communication. It describes the action of making something known to others.

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

Synonyms: ἈΠΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ, ΚΑΤΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ, ΕΥ̓ΑΓΓΕΛΙΖΩ

Etymology: The word ἀναγγέλλω (anangellō) is a compound word formed from the prefix ἀνά (ana), meaning 'up' or 'again', and the verb ἀγγέλλω (angellō), meaning 'to announce' or 'to report'.

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.

G2983

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: lah-BANE

Translations: to take, to receive, to get, to seize, to grasp, to obtain

Notes: This word is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'λαμβάνω' (lambanō), meaning 'to take' or 'to receive'. As an infinitive, it functions like the English 'to take' or 'to receive', indicating the action itself without specifying a subject or tense, often used after other verbs or prepositions. It can refer to physically taking something, receiving a gift or information, or grasping a concept.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΟΜΙΖΩ, ΑΙΡΕΩ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *slegh- ('to seize, to take'). In Greek, it developed into 'λαμβάνω', meaning 'to take, to grasp, to receive'.

G2476

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ess-TAY-koh-tohn

Translations: of having stood, of standing, of having been appointed, of being appointed, of having been established, of being established

Notes: This word is a perfect active participle, meaning 'having stood' or 'having been appointed/established'. It describes a state of having taken a stand or having been set in place. As a participle, it functions like an adjective, modifying a noun, and can also be used substantively (as a noun) to refer to 'those who have stood' or 'those who are standing'. In this genitive plural form, it would typically be translated as 'of those who have stood' or 'of those who are standing'.

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

Synonyms: ΜΕΝΟΝΤΩΝ, ΕΣΤΩΤΩΝ, ΚΑΘΕΣΤΗΚΟΤΩΝ

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'.

G5494

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: khee-meh-ree-NOH

Translations: to/for winter, to/for a winter, to/for wintry, to/for a wintry, to/for stormy, to/for a stormy

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'wintry' or 'stormy', referring to something related to winter or characterized by winter-like conditions. It is used to describe a noun, indicating that the noun is associated with winter or storms. For example, it could describe a 'winter house' or 'stormy weather'.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΧΕΙΜΩΝΙΟΣ, ΧΕΙΜΩΝΙΚΟΣ

G2075

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: es-KHA-ra

Translations: hearth, an altar, altar, a brazier, brazier, a fireplace, fireplace, a pan, pan, a gridiron, gridiron

Notes: This word refers to a hearth, an altar, a brazier, or a pan. It is a feminine noun and is used to denote a flat surface or container, often made of metal, used for holding fire, cooking, or offering sacrifices. It can also refer to a fireplace or a gridiron.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΒΩΜΟΣ, ΠΥΡΕΙΟΝ

Etymology: The word ἘΣΧΑΡΑ is of uncertain origin, possibly related to a root meaning 'to scratch' or 'to scrape', referring to a scraped or leveled place for fire.

G4442

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PY-ros

Translations: of fire, fire, a fire

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

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Neuter

Synonyms: ΦΛΟΞ, ΚΑΥΣΙΣ

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

G0001

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-peh-TEM-nen

Translations: he was cutting off, he was severing, he was amputating

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb τέμνω (temno), meaning 'to cut'. Therefore, it means 'to cut off' or 'to sever'. It describes an action that was ongoing or repeated in the past. It can be used in contexts ranging from physically cutting something away, like a limb, to metaphorically severing a relationship or connection.

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

Synonyms: ΚΟΠΤΩ, ΤΕΜΝΩ, ΑΠΟΚΟΠΤΩ

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: OW-tas

Translations: them, themselves

Notes: This word is a pronoun meaning 'them' or 'themselves'. It is used to refer to a group of feminine nouns or persons in the accusative case, indicating that they are the direct object of a verb or the object of a preposition. It can function as a simple pronoun or as an intensive pronoun, emphasizing the subjects themselves.

Inflection: Accusative, Plural, Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΦΑΣ, ΣΦΕΑΣ

Etymology: The word ΑΥ̓ΤΟΣ comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is an ancient Greek pronoun that has been in use since classical times, referring to 'self' or 'same', and developing into a general third-person pronoun.

G2075

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: es-KHA-ras

Translations: of a hearth, of a brazier, of an altar, of a gridiron, of a pan, of a chafing dish

Notes: This word refers to a hearth, a brazier, an altar for sacrifice, or a gridiron/pan used for cooking. It generally denotes a flat surface, often made of metal, used for heating or cooking, especially over an open flame. In a religious context, it can refer to the top surface of an altar where sacrifices are burned. In a domestic context, it refers to a cooking surface.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΒΩΜΟΣ, ΠΥΡΑ

G1578

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eks-EH-lee-pen

Translations: failed, ceased, came to an end, fainted, died, vanished, was wanting

Notes: This word describes something that has failed, ceased to exist, come to an end, or vanished. It can also mean to faint or die. It implies a complete cessation or disappearance of something, often due to a lack or exhaustion.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΛΛΥΜΙ, ΠΑΥΩ, ΤΕΛΕΩ

Etymology: The word ΕΚΛΕΙΠΩ (ekleipō) is a compound word formed from the preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the verb λείπω (leipō), meaning 'to leave' or 'to abandon'. Thus, it literally means 'to leave out' or 'to leave off', leading to the sense of failing or ceasing.

G5489

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KHAR-tays

Translations: paper, a paper, scroll, a scroll

Notes: This word refers to a sheet of paper or a scroll, typically made from papyrus, used for writing. It describes the material upon which text is written, rather than the writing itself. It can be used in sentences to refer to the physical medium of a document or letter.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΒΙΒΛΙΟΝ, ΤΟΜΟΣ

Etymology: The word "χάρτης" is of Egyptian origin, referring to papyrus, the material from which paper-like scrolls were made in ancient times. It entered Greek through trade and cultural exchange.

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.

G1284

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-er-RAYK-san

Translations: they tore, they broke through, they burst, they rent

Notes: This word is the third person plural aorist active indicative form of the verb 'διαρρηγνυμι', meaning 'to tear through', 'to break apart', or 'to burst'. It is a compound word formed from 'διά' (through, apart) and 'ῥήγνυμι' (to break, to tear). It is often used to describe the act of tearing clothes as a sign of grief, shock, or indignation, or to describe breaking through a barrier or obstacle.

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

Synonyms: ΡΗΓΝΥΜΙ, ΣΧΙΖΩ

G2440

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ee-MA-tee-ah

Translations: garments, clothes, raiment

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

Inflection: Plural, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΕΝΔΥΜΑΤΑ, ΕΣΘΗΣ

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

G5292

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: hoo-pe-THEH-n-toh

Translations: they suggested, they proposed, they laid down, they put under

Notes: This word is the third person plural, aorist indicative, middle voice form of the verb ΥΠΟΤΙΘΗΜΙ (hypotithēmi). It is a compound word formed from the preposition ΥΠΟ (hypo), meaning 'under' or 'subordinate to', and the verb ΤΙΘΗΜΙ (tithēmi), meaning 'to place' or 'to put'. Therefore, its core meaning is 'to put under' or 'to lay down'. In a figurative sense, it means 'to suggest', 'to propose', or 'to advise', implying putting an idea forward for consideration. It can also mean 'to pledge' or 'to put up as security'.

Inflection: Third Person Plural, Aorist Indicative, Middle Voice

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΤΕΙΝΩ, ΣΥΜΒΟΥΛΕΥΩ

Etymology: The verb ΥΠΟΤΙΘΗΜΙ is a compound of the preposition ΥΠΟ (hypo), meaning 'under', and the verb ΤΙΘΗΜΙ (tithēmi), meaning 'to place' or 'to put'. ΤΙΘΗΜΙ itself comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to put' or 'to place'.

G2618

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tah-KOW-sy

Translations: to burn up, to consume by fire, to destroy by fire

Notes: This word is an infinitive form of the verb 'katakaiō', meaning 'to burn up' or 'to consume completely by fire'. It is a compound word formed from 'kata' (down, completely) and 'kaiō' (to burn). It describes an action of thorough and destructive burning, often implying complete annihilation by fire. It can be used in contexts where something is utterly destroyed by flames.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΚΑΙΩ, ΕΚΚΑΙΩ, ΑΝΑΛΙΣΚΩ

G2928

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-teh-KROO-bee-sahn

Translations: they were hidden, they hid themselves

Notes: This word is a compound verb, formed from the preposition κατά (kata) meaning 'down' or 'against' and the verb κρύπτω (krypto) meaning 'to hide'. It means 'they were hidden' or 'they hid themselves', indicating an action of concealing or being concealed, often thoroughly or completely. It is used to describe a group of people or things that have gone into hiding.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Passive, Third Person Plural

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΚΡΥΠΤΩ, ΚΡΥΠΤΩ

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

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'.

G2087

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: EH-teh-ron

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

Notes: This word means 'another' or 'other', emphasizing a difference in kind or quality from something else. It is used to refer to something distinct or different from what has been previously mentioned or implied. For example, it might be used to say 'another person' or 'a different kind of thing'.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑΛΛΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΕΤΕΡΟΣ comes from Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'one of two' or 'the other'. It is related to the English word 'other'.

G1510

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ON-tas

Translations: being, existing, those who are, those who exist

Notes: This word is the present active participle of the verb 'to be' (ΕἸΜΙ), inflected in the masculine accusative plural. It describes individuals or things that are currently in a state of being or existence. It can be translated as 'being' or 'existing', often referring to 'those who are' or 'those who exist' in a particular state or place, especially when used substantively (as a noun). For example, it might refer to 'those who are present' or 'those who are alive'.

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

G2046

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-REIS

Translations: you will say, you shall say, you will speak, you shall speak

Notes: This is a verb meaning 'to say' or 'to speak' in the future tense. It is used when referring to an action of speaking that will happen in the future, often in a declarative or prophetic context. For example, 'you will say to them' or 'you shall speak the word'.

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

Synonyms: ΛΕΓΕΙΣ, ΦΗΣΕΙΣ

Etymology: The verb ἔρομαι (eromai) 'to ask' and ἐρῶ (erō) 'to say' are related to the Proto-Indo-European root *werh₁- 'to say, speak'.

G2962

Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective

Sounds like: KOO-ree-oss

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΔΕΣΠΟΤΗΣ, ΑΥΘΕΝΤΗΣ

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

G2618

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-teh-KOW-sas

Translations: you burned up, you consumed by fire, you burned down

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'completely,' and καίω (kaiō), meaning 'to burn.' It signifies to burn completely, to consume by fire, or to burn down. It is used to describe an action of thorough destruction by fire.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΙΩ, ΕΚΚΑΙΩ, ΠΥΡΟΩ

Etymology: The word ΚΑΤΑΚΑΙΩ is a compound of the preposition ΚΑΤΑ (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against,' and the verb ΚΑΙΩ (kaiō), meaning 'to burn.' The prefix intensifies the action of burning, implying complete destruction.

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'.

G5101

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: TEE

Translations: what, why, what kind of, how much, something, anything, a certain thing

Notes: This word is the neuter singular form of the interrogative/indefinite pronoun 'τίς'. It can be used to ask 'what?' or 'why?', or to refer to 'something' or 'anything' in an indefinite sense. When used as an adjective, it means 'what kind of' or 'how much'.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Etymology: The word 'ΤΙ' originates from Proto-Indo-European, serving as the neuter singular form of the interrogative/indefinite pronoun.

G1525

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: eis-por-yoo-OH-men-os

Translations: entering, going in, coming in, the one entering, a one entering

Notes: This word is a present participle derived from the verb 'eis-poreuomai', meaning 'to go into' or 'to enter'. It describes an action of moving into a place or situation. As a participle, it can function adjectivally, describing someone or something that is entering, or substantively, referring to 'the one who is entering' or 'those who are entering'. It is a compound word formed from the preposition 'eis' (into, to) and the verb 'poreuomai' (to go, to proceed).

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

Synonyms: ΕἸΣΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ἘΜΒΑΙΝΩ

G1093

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: GAYN

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΧΩΡΑ, ΓΕΑ

G0575

Part of Speech: Preposition, Prefix

Sounds like: AP

Translations: from, away from, of, by, with, after, since

Notes: This is an elided form of the Greek preposition 'ἀπό' (apo), which means 'from' or 'away from'. It is commonly used to indicate separation, origin, or cause. It can also function as a prefix in compound words, carrying a similar sense of separation or completion. When used as a preposition, it typically takes the genitive case. The apostrophe indicates that the final vowel (omicron) has been dropped because the next word begins with a vowel.

Inflection: Does not inflect (preposition); functions as a prefix in compound words

Synonyms: ΕΚ, ΠΑΡΑ

Etymology: The Greek preposition 'ἀπό' (apo) comes from Proto-Indo-European *apo-, meaning 'off, away'.

G2348

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: thnee-SEE-mah-ee-on

Translations: a carcass, a dead body, carrion

Notes: This word refers to a dead body, especially of an animal, or carrion. It is often used to describe something that has died naturally or by accident, rather than being slaughtered for food. It can be used in contexts referring to a decaying body or something unclean.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΝΕΚΡΟΣ, ΠΤΩΜΑ

Etymology: The word ΘΝΗΣΙΜΑΙΟΝ is derived from the Koine Greek verb θνῄσκω (thnēskō), meaning 'to die'. The suffix -ιμαῖον indicates something related to the action of dying or something that has died.

G4496

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: er-RIM-men-on

Translations: thrown, cast, cast down, laid, lying

Notes: This word is the perfect passive participle of the verb 'ῥίπτω' (rhiptō), meaning 'to throw' or 'to cast'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective, describing something that has been thrown or cast. It can be used to describe something that has been thrown down, cast aside, or simply laid in a particular position.

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

Synonyms: ΒΕΒΛΗΜΕΝΟΝ, ΚΑΤΑΒΕΒΛΗΜΕΝΟΝ

G2742

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KOW-ma-tee

Translations: (to) heat, (for) heat, (in) heat, (by) heat, (with) heat, (to) a heat, (for) a heat, (in) a heat, (by) a heat, (with) a heat, (to) burning heat, (for) burning heat, (in) burning heat, (by) burning heat, (with) burning heat, (to) a burning heat, (for) a burning heat, (in) a burning heat, (by) a burning heat, (with) a burning heat, (to) fever, (for) fever, (in) fever, (by) fever, (with) fever, (to) a fever, (for) a fever, (in) a fever, (by) a fever, (with) a fever

Notes: This word refers to intense heat, often oppressive or destructive, such as the heat of the sun, or a fever. It is used here in the dative case, indicating the means, instrument, or location of an action, such as 'by heat' or 'in the heat'.

Inflection: Dative, Singular, Neuter

Synonyms: ΘΕΡΜΟΤΗΣ, ΠΥΡΩΣΙΣ

Etymology: From the Greek verb καίω (kaiō), meaning 'to burn'.

G1980

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ep-ee-SKEP-soh-my

Translations: I will visit, I will look after, I will inspect, I will care for, I will provide for, I will seek out

Notes: This word is a future tense form of the verb 'episkeptomai'. It means to visit, to look after, or to inspect with the intention of providing care or oversight. It implies a purposeful and often benevolent action of seeking out and attending to someone or something. It can be used in contexts where one person visits another, or where a higher power looks after or intervenes on behalf of someone.

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

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΣΚΟΠΕΩ, ΕΠΙΜΕΛΕΟΜΑΙ, ΕΠΙΒΛΕΠΩ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the preposition ἘΠΙ (epi), meaning 'upon' or 'over', and the verb ΣΚΕΠΤΟΜΑΙ (skeptomai), meaning 'to look at' or 'to examine'. Thus, it literally means 'to look upon' or 'to look over', implying careful observation and attention.

G1085

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: GEH-nos

Translations: race, kind, family, nation, offspring, stock, a race, a kind

Notes: This word refers to a group of people or things sharing a common origin, characteristic, or lineage. It can denote a family, a nation, a race, a species, or a type. It is often used to describe a lineage or descent, such as 'the race of Israel' or 'the family of David'. It can also refer to a general category or kind of something.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΦΥΛΗ, ΕΘΝΟΣ, ΣΠΕΡΜΑ

Etymology: From the Proto-Indo-European root *ǵenh₁- meaning 'to produce, beget, give birth'. It is related to words like 'genesis' and 'generation' in English.

G3816

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PAI-das

Translations: children, boys, servants, slaves

Notes: This word refers to children, particularly boys, but can also denote young people in general, or even servants and slaves regardless of age, depending on the context. It is used here in the accusative plural form, indicating that the children/boys/servants are the direct object of a verb or the object of a preposition.

Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΤΕΚΝΑ, ΥΙΟΙ, ΔΟΥΛΟΙ

Etymology: The word 'ΠΑΙΣ' comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'child' or 'boy'. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages that refer to young people or offspring.

G4369