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.

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'.

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.

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.

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).

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'.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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).

G0626

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ah-fay-GOO-meh-nos

Translations: leading, guiding, narrating, relating, a leader, a guide, a narrator

Notes: This word is a present middle/passive participle derived from the verb 'ἀφηγεῖσθαι'. It describes someone who is leading the way, guiding, or narrating/relating something. It can function as an adjective or a noun, referring to a person who performs these actions. In the provided context, it refers to a leader or one who is in charge.

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

Synonyms: ἩΓΟΥΜΕΝΟΣ, ἈΡΧΩΝ, ΠΡΟΗΓΟΥΜΕΝΟΣ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἀπό (apó, 'from, off') and ἡγέομαι (hēgéomai, 'to lead, to guide'). It literally means 'to lead from' or 'to lead forth', which developed into the sense of guiding or narrating.

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.

G2448

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ee-oo-DAHS

Translations: Judas, Judah

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

Inflection: Singular, Nominative

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

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: deh-DOH-kah

Translations: I have given, I gave

Notes: ΔΕΔΩΚΑ is the first person singular perfect active indicative form of the verb ΔΙΔΩΜΙ, meaning 'to give'. The perfect tense in Koine Greek describes an action that was completed in the past but has ongoing results or a continuing state in the present. It indicates that the act of giving has been completed, and its effects are still relevant.

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

Synonyms: ΔΙΔΩ, ΠΑΡΕΧΩ, ΧΑΡΙΖΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, related to the concept of 'giving'. It is a reduplicated form, characteristic of the perfect tense in Greek.

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

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.

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.

G0080

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-del-PHO

Translations: to brother, to a brother, to fellow believer, to a fellow believer, to countryman, to a countryman

Notes: This word refers to a brother by birth, but it is also commonly used in a broader sense to refer to a fellow countryman, a fellow human being, or, especially in a religious context, a fellow believer or disciple. It is a dative form, indicating the indirect object of an action, often translated with 'to' or 'for'.

Inflection: Dative, Singular, Masculine

Synonyms: ἈΔΕΛΦΟΤΗΣ, ΣΥΝΕΡΓΟΣ

Etymology: The word ἈΔΕΛΦΟΣ is a compound word formed from the prefix ἀ- (a-), meaning 'together' or 'same', and δελφύς (delphys), meaning 'womb'. Thus, it literally means 'from the same womb'.

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'.

G3900

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-ra-TA-xoh-me-tha

Translations: let us array ourselves, let us draw up in battle array, let us fight, let us set ourselves in order

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition παρά (para, meaning 'beside' or 'alongside') and the verb τάσσω (tasso, meaning 'to arrange' or 'to put in order'). It means to arrange oneself alongside others, typically in a military context, to form a battle line or to prepare for combat. It is used to express a call to action for a group to prepare for confrontation or battle.

Inflection: First Person Plural, Aorist, Subjunctive, Middle Voice

Synonyms: ΜΑΧΟΜΑΙ, ΑΓΩΝΙΖΟΜΑΙ

G4198

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: por-YOO-soh-my

Translations: I will go, I will travel, I will depart, I will proceed

Notes: This is a verb meaning 'to go', 'to travel', 'to depart', or 'to proceed'. It is used to describe movement from one place to another, often with a sense of purpose or direction. It can be used in various contexts, such as physically moving, or metaphorically 'going' in a certain direction in life or action. This specific form indicates a future action.

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

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΒΑΙΝΩ, ΥΠΑΓΩ

G3860

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pah-reh-DOH-ken

Translations: handed over, delivered, gave up, betrayed, committed, entrusted

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition ΠΑΡΑ (para), meaning 'beside' or 'alongside', and the verb ΔΙΔΩΜΙ (didomi), meaning 'to give'. It generally means to hand something over to someone, to deliver, or to give up. Depending on the context, it can also mean to betray someone, to commit something to someone's care, or to entrust. It is often used in the sense of delivering someone into custody or handing over a tradition.

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

Synonyms: ΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΕΠΙΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΑΠΟΔΙΔΩΜΙ

G5478

Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective

Sounds like: KHAH-nah-NAH-ee-on

Translations: Canaanite, a Canaanite

Notes: This word refers to an inhabitant of Canaan, the ancient land located in the Levant. It is often used to describe the people who lived in this region before the Israelite conquest. It can function as a noun, referring directly to a Canaanite person, or as an adjective, describing something as being 'Canaanite'.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine

Etymology: The word ΧΑΝΑΝΑΙΟΣ (Chananaios) is derived from the Hebrew word כְּנַעַן (Kena'an), which refers to the land of Canaan and its inhabitants. It entered Greek through the Septuagint translation of the Old Testament.

G5313

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: feh-reh-ZAI-on

Translations: Perizzite, a Perizzite

Notes: This word refers to a member of the Perizzites, an ancient people group who inhabited the land of Canaan before the Israelite conquest. They are frequently mentioned in the Old Testament alongside other Canaanite tribes. The word is used to identify an individual belonging to this group.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine

Etymology: The origin of the name 'Perizzite' is uncertain, but it is believed to be derived from a Hebrew word meaning 'villager' or 'unwalled village', suggesting they were a people who lived in open country rather than fortified cities.

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'.

G2638

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-teh-LAH-bon

Translations: I overtook, I apprehended, I seized, I grasped, I comprehended, I perceived, I found

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition κατά (kata, meaning 'down' or 'against') and the verb λαμβάνω (lambanō, meaning 'to take' or 'to receive'). It generally means to take hold of something, either physically by seizing or grasping, or mentally by comprehending or perceiving. It can also mean to overtake someone or something, or to find something. Its meaning can vary slightly depending on the context, often implying a successful or complete act of taking or grasping.

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

Synonyms: ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΚΡΑΤΕΩ, ΣΥΛΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ

G0004

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ah-doh-nee-BEH-zek

Translations: Adoni-Bezek

Notes: Adoni-Bezek is a proper noun referring to a Canaanite king of Bezek mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically in the Book of Judges. He was known for his cruelty, cutting off the thumbs and big toes of seventy kings he had conquered. He was later captured and similarly mutilated by the tribes of Judah and Simeon.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative

Etymology: The name Adoni-Bezek is of Hebrew origin, meaning 'lord of Bezek' or 'my lord is Bezek'. It is a compound of 'Adoni' (my lord) and 'Bezek' (lightning or a place name).

G3903

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-re-TAK-san-toh

Translations: they arrayed themselves, they drew up in battle array, they set themselves in order, they arranged themselves

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition παρά (para, "alongside, by") and the verb τάσσω (tassō, "to arrange, to order"). It means to arrange or draw up in battle array, to set oneself in order, or to take a stand. It is typically used in military contexts to describe troops forming lines or preparing for battle.

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

Synonyms: ΤΑΤΤΩ, ΣΥΝΤΑΤΤΩ, ΤΑΣΣΩ

G2701

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-teh-DRAH-mon

Translations: ran down, rushed down, pursued, attacked

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition κατά (kata, 'down' or 'against') and the verb τρέχω (trecho, 'to run'). It means to run down, rush down, or pursue, often with the implication of an attack or hostile pursuit. It describes a rapid movement downwards or towards something, frequently in a hostile or aggressive manner, such as chasing an enemy or rushing upon someone.

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

Synonyms: ΔΙΩΚΩ, ΕΠΙΤΡΕΧΩ, ΕΠΙΤΙΘΗΜΙ

Etymology: The word is derived from the prefix κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and the verb τρέχω (trecho), meaning 'to run'. The combination signifies running downwards or against something.

G3694

Part of Speech: Adverb, Preposition

Sounds like: O-PI-so

Translations: behind, after, back, backward, afterwards

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΠΙΣΘΕΝ, ΚΑΤΟΠΙΣΘΕΝ

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

G2638

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-teh-LAH-boh-sahn

Translations: they seized, they overtook, they grasped, they comprehended, they found, they attained

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition κατά (kata, meaning 'down' or 'against') and the verb λαμβάνω (lambanō, meaning 'to take' or 'to receive'). It generally means to take hold of, seize, overtake, or comprehend. In some contexts, it can mean to find or attain. It describes an action of actively taking possession of something, either physically or mentally.

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

Synonyms: ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΚΑΤΑΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΕΠΙΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ

Etymology: The word καταλαμβάνω (katalambanō) is formed from the prefix κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and the verb λαμβάνω (lambanō), meaning 'to take' or 'to receive'. Its meaning evolved from physically taking something down to seizing, overtaking, or comprehending.

G0609

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-peh-KOP-san

Translations: they cut off, they cut away, they severed

Notes: This word is a compound verb, formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb κόπτω (koptō), meaning 'to cut' or 'to strike'. Therefore, ἀποκόπτω means 'to cut off' or 'to sever'. It is used to describe the action of detaching something by cutting it away from a larger whole. For example, it can refer to cutting off limbs, ropes, or other objects.

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

Synonyms: ΚΟΠΤΩ, ΤΕΜΝΩ

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.

G206

Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective

Sounds like: AH-krah

Translations: top, summit, end, extremity, tip, peak, highest, outermost

Notes: This word refers to the highest or outermost point of something, such as the top of a mountain, the end of a limb, or the edge of a territory. It can be used as a noun meaning 'summit' or 'extremity', or as an adjective meaning 'highest' or 'outermost'. In the provided context, 'ἈΚΡΑ' likely refers to the 'ends' or 'extremities' of the earth.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine; or Plural, Nominative/Accusative, Neuter; or Singular, Nominative/Vocative, Feminine (from ΑΚΡΟΣ); or Singular, Nominative/Vocative, Neuter (from ΑΚΡΟΝ)

Synonyms: ΚΟΡΥΦΗ, ΤΕΛΟΣ, ΠΕΡΑΣ

G4863

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: sool-leh-GON-tes

Translations: collecting, gathering, picking up, assembling

Notes: This word is a present active participle meaning 'collecting' or 'gathering'. It is a compound word formed from the preposition ΣΥΝ (SYN), meaning 'with' or 'together', and the verb ΛΕΓΩ (LEGO), meaning 'to gather' or 'to pick up'. It describes an ongoing action of bringing things together. For example, it can be used to describe people gathering crops or collecting items.

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

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΑΓΩ, ΑΘΡΟΙΖΩ, ΚΟΜΙΖΩ

G5270

Part of Speech: Adverb, Preposition

Sounds like: hoo-po-KAH-toh

Translations: underneath, below, under

Notes: This word functions as an adverb or a preposition, meaning 'underneath' or 'below'. It indicates a position directly beneath something else. As a preposition, it typically takes the genitive case. It is a compound word formed from ΥΠΟ (under) and ΚΑΤΩ (down).

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΥΠΟ, ΚΑΤΩ

Etymology: From the Greek preposition ΥΠΟ (hypo), meaning 'under', and the adverb ΚΑΤΩ (kato), meaning 'down' or 'below'. It is a compound word emphasizing the sense of being directly underneath.

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.

G5132

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: tra-PEH-zeess

Translations: of a table, of the table, of a bank, of the bank, of a money-changer's table, of the money-changer's table

Notes: This word refers to a table, often one used for eating or for conducting business, such as exchanging money. In the context of money, it can also refer to a bank or a money-changer's stall. It is used here in the genitive case, indicating possession or origin.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΤΡΑΠΕΖΙΟΝ, ΤΡΑΠΕΖΑΡΙΟΝ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek τράπεζα (trápeza), literally 'four-footed', from τετράς (tetrás, 'four') + πέζα (péza, 'foot'). It originally referred to a four-legged table.

G2531

Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction

Sounds like: KAH-thohss

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΩΣ, ΚΑΘΑ

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

G3767

Part of Speech: Particle, Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: OON

Translations: therefore, then, so, consequently, accordingly, now, indeed

Notes: This word is a particle used to indicate a logical consequence, transition, or emphasis. It often connects a statement to what precedes it, meaning 'therefore' or 'consequently'. It can also be used to introduce a new point or a summary, translated as 'then' or 'now'. In some contexts, it adds emphasis, meaning 'indeed' or 'certainly'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ἈΡΑ, ΔΕ, ΤΟΙΓΑΡΟΥ͂Ν

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *nu, meaning 'now' or 'then'. It is related to Latin 'nunc' (now) and English 'now'.

G4160

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-POY-ay-sah

Translations: I made, I did, I created, I produced

Notes: This is a common verb meaning 'to make', 'to do', 'to create', or 'to produce'. It describes the act of bringing something into existence or performing an action. The form 'ἘΠΟΙΗΣΑ' specifically indicates a completed action in the past, performed by the speaker ('I'). It is often used in contexts of creation, performance of deeds, or the execution of commands.

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΑΤΤΩ, ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ, ΤΙΘΗΜΙ

G0467

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: an-tah-peh-DOH-ken

Translations: he repaid, he rendered back, he recompensed, he restored, he gave back

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb 'ἀνταποδίδωμι' (antapodidōmi). It is a compound verb meaning 'to give back in return', 'to repay', or 'to recompense'. It implies a reciprocal action, often in the sense of returning a favor or a debt, or rendering a reward or punishment. It can be used in contexts of both positive and negative repayment.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΑΜΕΙΒΟΜΑΙ, ΑΝΤΙΔΙΔΩΜΙ

Etymology: The word ἀνταποδίδωμι (antapodidōmi) is a compound verb formed from three parts: ἀντί (anti), meaning 'in return for' or 'opposite to'; ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'back'; and δίδωμι (didōmi), meaning 'to give'. Thus, it literally means 'to give back in return'.

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'.

G2316

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: THEH-os

Translations: God, a God, Lord

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

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΚΥΡΙΟΣ, ΠΑΤΗΡ

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

G0071

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-GOO-sin

Translations: they lead, they bring, they carry, they observe, they celebrate, they spend

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to lead,' 'to bring,' or 'to carry.' It can also be used in a broader sense to mean 'to observe' or 'to celebrate' a day or festival, or 'to spend' time. It is used to describe an action performed by a group of people.

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

Synonyms: ΦΕΡΩ, ΕΛΚΩ, ΚΟΜΙΖΩ

Etymology: The word ΑΓΩ comes from Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'to lead' or 'to drive.' It is related to Latin 'ago' (to do, to drive) and English 'agent'.

G2638

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-teh-LAH-bon-toh

Translations: they seized, they grasped, they overtook, they apprehended, they attained, they comprehended

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition κατά (kata, meaning 'down' or 'against') and the verb λαμβάνω (lambano, meaning 'to take' or 'to receive'). In its various forms, it can mean to seize, grasp, overtake, apprehend, attain, or comprehend. It often implies taking hold of something firmly, either physically or mentally, or catching up with someone or something.

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

Synonyms: ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΚΑΤΑΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΚΑΤΕΧΩ

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.

G1718

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-NEH-pray-san

Translations: they burned, they set on fire, they consumed by fire

Notes: This word is the third person plural, aorist active indicative form of the verb 'empiprēmi'. It means 'they burned' or 'they set on fire'. It describes an action of causing something to be consumed by fire, often with destructive intent. It can be used in sentences to describe groups of people burning cities, objects, or other things.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑΚΑΙΩ, ΠΥΡΟΩ, ΦΛΕΓΩ

Etymology: The word 'ἐμπιπράω' (empipraō) or 'ἐμπρήθω' (emprēthō) is a compound verb formed from the preposition 'ἐν' (en), meaning 'in' or 'on', and the verb 'πίμπρημι' (pimprēmi), meaning 'to burn' or 'to set on fire'. The prefix intensifies the action of burning.

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: kah-toy-KOON-tah

Translations: dwelling, inhabiting, residing, living, who dwell, who inhabit, who reside, who live

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'katoikeō', meaning 'to dwell' or 'to inhabit'. As a participle, it describes someone or something that is currently dwelling or inhabiting a place. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun (e.g., 'the dwelling people'), or verbally, indicating an action (e.g., 'those who dwell'). It is often used to refer to the inhabitants of a specific location.

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

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΟΥΝΤΑΣ, ΕΝΟΙΚΟΥΝΤΑΣ

G3715

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: o-rei-NANE

Translations: mountainous, hilly, highland, a mountainous region, a highland region

Notes: This word describes something as mountainous or belonging to a mountain region. It is often used to refer to a specific area that is hilly or elevated, such as the hill country or highlands. In the provided examples, it refers to 'the mountainous region' or 'the hill country' where people went or stayed.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΟΡΟΣ, ΒΟΥΝΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΟΡΕΙΝΟΣ (oreinos) is derived from the Greek word ΟΡΟΣ (oros), meaning 'mountain' or 'hill'.

G5564

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: KHEV-rone

Translations: Hebron

Notes: Hebron is a significant ancient city located in the Judean hills, south of Jerusalem. It is mentioned frequently in the Old Testament as a place where Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob lived and were buried. It also served as David's first capital before he moved to Jerusalem. The word refers specifically to this geographical location.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Genitive or Locative

Etymology: The name Hebron is of Hebrew origin, derived from the root HBR, meaning 'to join,' 'to unite,' or 'to be associated.' It is believed to refer to the city's role as a place of alliance or association.

G1831

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ex-EHL-then

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΕΚΒΑΙΝΩ, ΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ

G1727

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: eh-nan-TEE-as

Translations: (of) opposite, (of) contrary, (of) hostile, (of) adverse

Notes: This word is the genitive singular feminine form of the adjective 'ΕΝΑΝΤΙΟΣ', meaning 'opposite' or 'contrary'. It is often used in the adverbial phrase 'ἐξ ἐναντίας' (ex enantias), which means 'from the opposite side', 'opposite', 'in opposition', or 'face to face'. It describes something that is in opposition or contrary to something else.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΝΤΙΚΕΙΜΕΝΟΣ, ΕΧΘΡΟΣ

Part of Speech: Definite Article

Sounds like: toh

Translations: the

Notes: ΤΟ is the neuter singular form of the definite article 'the' in Koine Greek. It is used to specify a noun, much like 'the' in English. It can function as both the subject (nominative case) or the direct object (accusative case) of a sentence when referring to a neuter singular noun.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Etymology: The Greek definite article, including ΤΟ, derives from Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronouns. Its forms developed to agree in gender, number, and case with the nouns they modify.

G3686

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: O-no-MA

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΚΛΕΟΣ, ΦΗΜΗ

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

G4387

Part of Speech: Adverb, Adjective

Sounds like: PRO-teh-ron

Translations: before, formerly, first, earlier, a former thing, a prior thing

Notes: This word functions primarily as an adverb meaning 'before' or 'formerly' in time, indicating something that happened earlier or previously. It can also be the neuter singular form of the comparative adjective 'πρότερος', meaning 'prior' or 'former', often used substantively to refer to 'the former thing' or 'that which was before'. It is used to contrast with something that comes later.

Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative (often used adverbially)

Synonyms: ΠΡΙΝ, ΠΑΛΑΙ, ΕΜΠΡΟΣΘΕΝ

Etymology: The word ΠΡΟΤΕΡΟΣ is a comparative form derived from the preposition πρό (pro), meaning 'before' or 'in front of'.

Part of Speech: Unknown

Sounds like: kah-ree-AR-box-eh-fer

Translations: Unknown

Notes: It's not clear what this word means. It does not appear to be a recognized word in Koine Greek. It could be garbled, badly misspelled, or a transliteration of a foreign word that is not commonly found in Greek texts. Without further context or correction, its meaning and usage are unknown.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as it is not a recognized word)

Etymology: Cannot find any information about the origin or development of this word, as it does not appear to be a recognized Koine Greek word.

G1799

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-NAH-koo-oh (for the full verb)

Translations: hear, listen, obey

Notes: This word is likely a truncated or misspelled form of the Koine Greek verb ἘΝΑΚΟΥΩ (enakouō), which means 'to hear' or 'to listen to'. It implies giving attention to what is heard, often leading to obedience. It is a compound word formed from the preposition ΕΝ (en, 'in') and the verb ΑΚΟΥΩ (akouō, 'to hear').

Inflection: First Aorist, Active, Imperative, Second Person Singular (if ἘΝΑΚΟΥΣΟΝ); or a truncation of various forms of ἘΝΑΚΟΥΩ

Synonyms: ΑΚΟΥΩ, ΥΠΑΚΟΥΩ, ΠΡΟΣΕΧΩ

G1165

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: dah-BEIR

Translations: Dabeir, Debir

Notes: Dabeir is a proper noun, referring to a city in the hill country of Judah, also known as Kiriath-sepher or Kiriath-sannah. It was a Levitical city and a city of refuge. In some contexts, it can also refer to the inner sanctuary or holy of holies within a temple, particularly Solomon's Temple, as seen in the Septuagint translation of the Hebrew word 'דְּבִיר' (devir).

Inflection: Singular, Nominative

Etymology: The Greek word Δαβείρ (Dabeir) is a transliteration of the Hebrew word דְּבִיר (devir), which means 'inner sanctuary' or 'oracle'. It is also the name of a city mentioned in the Old Testament.

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.

G1715

Part of Speech: Adverb, Preposition

Sounds like: em-PROS-then

Translations: before, in front, in front of, in the presence of, ahead, formerly, previously

Notes: This word functions as both an adverb and a preposition. As an adverb, it means 'before' or 'in front,' indicating a position or time. As a preposition, it means 'in front of' or 'in the presence of,' typically taking the genitive case. It can also refer to something that happened 'formerly' or 'previously.'

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΡΟ, ΕΝΑΝΤΙΟΝ, ΚΑΤΕΝΑΝΤΙ

Etymology: From the preposition ἐν (en, 'in') and the adverbial form of πρός (pros, 'to, toward'). It literally means 'in front of' or 'in the direction of'.

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: kah-ree-ahs-SOH-far

Translations: Kiriath-sepher, Kiriath-sopher

Notes: This is a proper noun, referring to an ancient city. It is a compound word, transliterated from Hebrew, meaning 'city of the book' or 'city of the scribe'. It is used to identify a specific geographical location.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: This word is a transliteration of the Hebrew name קִרְיַת סֵפֶר (Qiryat Sepher), meaning 'city of the book' or 'city of the scribe'. It is composed of קִרְיַת (qiryat, 'city') and סֵפֶר (sepher, 'book' or 'scribe').

G4172

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: POH-lis

Translations: city, a city, town, a town

Notes: The word 'polis' refers to a city or town, a populated center where people live and gather. In ancient contexts, it often implied a self-governing city-state, but in Koine Greek, it frequently refers simply to any significant urban settlement. It is used to denote the physical location and its inhabitants.

Inflection: Singular, Feminine, Nominative or Vocative

Synonyms: ΚΩΜΗ, ΧΩΡΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *pleh₁- (to fill) or *pel- (to build, to enclose). It refers to a fortified place or a populated area.

G1121

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: grahm-MAH-tohn

Translations: of letters, of writings, of documents, of scriptures, of a writing, of a document, of a letter

Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of 'γραμμα' (gramma). It refers to written characters, letters of the alphabet, or more broadly, written documents, scriptures, or literature. It is used to indicate possession or origin, such as 'of letters' or 'belonging to writings'. In the provided context, 'πόλις γραμμάτων' (polis grammaton) means 'city of writings' or 'city of scribes/scholars', implying a place known for its literacy or written records.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Neuter

Synonyms: ΒΙΒΛΙΩΝ, ΓΡΑΦΩΝ

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.

G1437

Part of Speech: Conjunction

Sounds like: eh-AHN

Translations: if, when, whenever, although

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΙ, ὍΤΑΝ

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

G4293

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pro-ka-ta-la-BEE-tai

Translations: take possession of, seize, get ahead of, anticipate, surprise, pre-occupy

Notes: This word is a compound verb meaning to take possession of something beforehand, to seize it, or to get ahead of someone. It can also mean to anticipate or surprise someone by acting first. It implies taking action before another person or event, often with the intent of securing something or preventing something else from happening.

Inflection: Aorist, Subjunctive, Middle Voice, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΚΑΤΑΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: DOH-soh

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

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

Inflection: Future Active Indicative, 1st Person Singular

Synonyms: ΔΩΣΕΙ, ΔΩΣΟΜΕΝ

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

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

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: AH-zah

Translations: Aza

Notes: This word is not a standalone word in Koine Greek but appears to be a component or a shortened form of various Hebrew proper names, particularly those beginning with 'Az' or 'Aza', which often relate to strength or help. Examples include Azariah (meaning 'Yahweh has helped') or Azazel. In the provided context, it is part of names like Azariah and Azael.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: This word is of Hebrew origin, often appearing as a prefix or component in names like Azariah (עֲזַרְיָה), meaning 'Yahweh has helped' or 'God is my help'. It is derived from the Hebrew root עָזַר (ʿāzar), meaning 'to help' or 'to assist'.

G4291

Part of Speech: Verb

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

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΚΑΤΕΧΩ

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.

G0080

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-del-FOO

Translations: (of) a brother, (of) the brother, (of) a fellow believer, (of) the fellow believer, (of) a kinsman

Notes: This word refers to a brother by birth, or more broadly, a fellow human being, a kinsman, or a fellow believer in a religious context. It is used here in the genitive case, indicating possession, origin, or relationship.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ἈΝΗΡ, ΣΥΝΔΟΥΛΟΣ

Etymology: The word ἈΔΕΛΦΟΣ is a compound word derived from the prefix ἀ- (a-), meaning 'together' or 'same', and δελφύς (delphys), meaning 'womb'. Thus, it literally means 'from the same womb'.

G3501

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: neh-OH-teh-ross

Translations: younger, newest, youngest, newer

Notes: This word is the comparative and superlative form of the adjective 'ΝΕΟΣ' (neos), meaning 'new' or 'young'. As a comparative, it means 'younger' or 'newer'. As a superlative, it means 'youngest' or 'newest'. It is used to describe someone or something that is more recent in age or time compared to others, or the most recent among a group.

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

Synonyms: ΝΕΟΣ, ΠΡΩΤΟΣ

G1529

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ICE-oh-doh

Translations: (to) entrance, (to) an entrance, (to) way in, (to) a way in, (to) coming in, (to) a coming in, (to) entry, (to) an entry

Notes: This word refers to the act of entering or the place of entry, such as an entrance or a way in. It is a compound word formed from the preposition ΕἸΣ (eis), meaning 'into' or 'to', and ὉΔΟΣ (hodos), meaning 'way' or 'road'. In the dative case, as seen here, it indicates the recipient or direction of an action, often translated with 'to' or 'for'.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΕἸΣΟΔΟΣ, ΠΑΡΟΥΣΙΑ, ΠΡΟΣΟΔΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΕἸΣΟΔΟΣ is derived from the Greek preposition ΕἸΣ (eis), meaning 'into' or 'to', and the noun ὉΔΟΣ (hodos), meaning 'way' or 'road'. It literally means 'a way into'.

G4579

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-peh-SEI-sen

Translations: he shook, he moved, he stirred up, he incited

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb 'σείω' (seio), meaning 'to shake' or 'to move'. The prefix 'ἐπι-' (epi-) intensifies the action, giving it the sense of 'to shake upon' or 'to stir up'. It describes an action completed in the past, where someone or something caused a disturbance, agitation, or incitement. For example, it can be used to describe physically shaking something, or metaphorically stirring up a person or a situation.

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

Synonyms: ΚΙΝΕΩ, ΤΑΡΑΣΣΩ

G3844

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: pah-RAH

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΕΠΙ, ΥΠΟ

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

G1519, G1520

Part of Speech: Preposition, Numeral

Sounds like: EES

Translations: into, to, for, toward, among, in, a, an, one

Notes: As a preposition, ΕΙΣ (eis) indicates motion or direction towards a place, person, or purpose, often translated as 'into,' 'to,' or 'for.' It always takes the accusative case. For example, 'into the house' or 'to God.' It can also be used to express purpose or result. As a numeral, ΕΙΣ (heis) means 'one' and is the masculine nominative singular form, often translated as 'a,' 'an,' or 'one.'

Inflection: Preposition: Does not inflect. Numeral: Masculine, Nominative, Singular (other forms exist for other genders and cases).

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΕΝ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *en-s, an extended form of the preposition *en (in).

G1620

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ek-DEH-doh-sai

Translations: you have given, you have delivered, you have handed over, you have leased out

Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'ekdidōmi', meaning 'to give out', 'to deliver', 'to hand over', or 'to lease out'. It is used to describe an action that has been completed in the past but has ongoing results. It can refer to giving something away, delivering a person or thing, or even leasing property.

Inflection: Perfect Indicative, Middle/Passive Voice, Second Person Singular

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΑΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΑΠΟΔΙΔΩΜΙ

G0846

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: ow-TEH

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: doss

Translations: give

Notes: This word is the second person singular, aorist active imperative form of the verb 'δίδωμι' (didomi), meaning 'to give'. It is used to issue a direct command or instruction to a single person, equivalent to saying 'Give!' or 'You give!'.

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

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΕΧΩ, ΧΑΡΙΖΟΜΑΙ

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

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.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: DOH-sees

Translations: you will give, you may give, you should give, that you give

Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'to give'. It can be either a future tense verb, meaning 'you will give', or an aorist subjunctive verb, which expresses a potential action or a command, often translated as 'you may give' or 'you should give'. It is used when referring to a single person performing the action of giving.

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

Synonyms: ΔΙΔΩ, ΠΑΡΕΧΩ, ΑΠΟΔΙΔΩΜΙ

Etymology: The word δίδωμι (didomi) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *deh₃- meaning 'to give'. It is a reduplicated present tense form, which emphasizes the ongoing or repeated nature of the action in some contexts.

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.

G5011

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: tah-pee-NOHN

Translations: of humble ones, of the humble, of the lowly, of the poor, of the meek

Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the adjective or noun 'ΤΑΠΕΙΝΟΣ', meaning 'humble', 'lowly', 'poor', or 'meek'. When used as an adjective, it describes a quality of being humble or low in status. When used as a noun, it refers to 'humble people' or 'the lowly'. In the genitive case, it indicates possession or relationship, often translated with 'of'.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine or Feminine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΠΤΩΧΩΝ, ΠΕΝΗΤΩΝ, ΕΛΑΤΤΟΝΩΝ

G2751

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: keh-NAI-oo

Translations: of Kenite, of the Kenite

Notes: This word refers to a member of the Kenite people or family, often used to describe someone's lineage or association with this group. It is a proper noun, indicating a specific ethnic or tribal designation. In the provided examples, it is used to identify individuals as belonging to or being associated with 'the Kenite'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Etymology: The word Κεναῖος (Kenaios) is derived from the Hebrew word Qayin (קַיִן), which refers to the Kenites, a nomadic tribe mentioned in the Old Testament.

G1510

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: OO-san

Translations: being, existing, that is, that exists

Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'to be'. As a participle, it describes something that is 'being' or 'existing' at the time of the action. It functions like an adjective, modifying a noun, or can be used substantively (as a noun). In this form, it is feminine, singular, and in the accusative case, meaning it would be the direct object of a verb or the object of a preposition, referring to a feminine noun.

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

Etymology: The verb ΕἸΜΙ (eimi) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to be' or 'to exist'. It is one of the most fundamental verbs in the Greek language.

G3575

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: NO-toh

Translations: (to) the south, (to) the south wind, (to) a south, (to) a south wind

Notes: This word is the dative singular form of the noun 'ΝΟΤΟΣ'. It refers to the south or the south wind. When used in the dative case, it often indicates direction or location, meaning 'to the south' or 'in the south'.

Inflection: Dative, Singular, Masculine

Synonyms: ΜΕΣΗΜΒΡΙΑ

Etymology: The word ΝΟΤΟΣ is of uncertain origin, possibly related to the concept of wetness or moisture, as the south wind often brought rain in ancient Greece.

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.

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: Verb

Sounds like: kah-TOH-kay-sahn

Translations: they dwelt, they lived, they inhabited

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to dwell', 'to live', or 'to inhabit'. It describes the action of residing in a place. As an aorist tense form, it indicates a completed action in the past, specifically that 'they' (a group of people) dwelt or lived somewhere.

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

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΕΩ, ΕΝΟΙΚΕΩ

Etymology: The word ΚΑΤΟΙΚΕΩ is a compound word formed from the preposition ΚΑΤΑ (KATA), meaning 'down' or 'in', and the verb ΟΙΚΕΩ (OIKEŌ), meaning 'to dwell' or 'to live'. Thus, it literally means 'to dwell down' or 'to settle in'.

G2875

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-KOP-sen

Translations: he cut, he struck, he chopped, he smote, he hewed

Notes: This word describes the action of cutting, striking, or chopping something. It is used to indicate a decisive action of severing or hitting with force, often with an instrument. It can refer to felling trees, striking an enemy, or even beating one's breast in grief.

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

Synonyms: ΤΥΠΤΩ, ΠΛΗΓΩ, ΚΟΛΑΦΙΖΩ

Etymology: The word κόπτω (koptō) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to strike, to cut'.

G1842

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eks-oh-leh-THREH-oo-san

Translations: they utterly destroyed, they annihilated, they exterminated

Notes: This is a compound verb meaning to utterly destroy, annihilate, or exterminate. It implies a complete and thorough destruction, leaving nothing behind. It is often used in contexts of warfare or divine judgment where an entire group or entity is wiped out.

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

Synonyms: ἈΠΟΛΛΥΜΙ, ἈΦΑΝΙΖΩ, ΚΑΤΑΛΥΩ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the verb ὀλοθρεύω (olothreúō), meaning 'to destroy' or 'to slay'. The root ὀλοθρεύω is related to ὄλεθρος (ólethros), meaning 'ruin' or 'destruction'.

G0331

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-NAH-theh-mah

Translations: accursed thing, curse, anathema, a curse

Notes: This word refers to something dedicated to God, often for destruction, and thus set apart as accursed or devoted to destruction. It can also refer to the state of being accursed or a person or thing that is cursed. In some contexts, it signifies a solemn vow or dedication, but more commonly, it carries the negative connotation of a curse or excommunication.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑΡΑ, ΑΦΟΡΙΣΜΟΣ

Etymology: The word ἈΝΑΘΕΜΑ comes from the Greek verb ἀνατίθημι (anatithēmi), meaning 'to set up, dedicate, or lay up'. It originally referred to something set aside or dedicated, often to a deity, but later acquired the negative sense of something devoted to destruction or a curse.

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.

G1047

Part of Speech: Proper Noun, Noun

Sounds like: GAH-zan

Translations: Gaza, a treasure, treasure

Notes: This word can refer to two distinct things: the city of Gaza, a significant city in ancient Philistia, or a store of wealth, a treasury, or treasure itself. When referring to the city, it is a proper noun. When referring to treasure, it is a common noun. Its meaning depends entirely on the context in which it is used.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΘΗΣΑΥΡΟΣ, ΧΡΗΜΑΤΑ

Etymology: The word 'Γάζα' (Gaza) as a proper noun for the city is of Semitic origin, likely from a word meaning 'strong' or 'fortress'. As a common noun meaning 'treasure', it is believed to be of Persian origin, referring to the royal treasury.

G3761

Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction

Sounds like: oo-DEH

Translations: not even, neither, nor, and not

Notes: This is a compound word formed from the negative particle 'οὐ' (not) and the conjunction 'δέ' (but, and). It is used to emphasize a negation, meaning 'not even' or 'neither/nor'. It can connect clauses or phrases, indicating that something is also not true or not happening. For example, it can be used in a sentence like 'He did not go, nor did he send anyone.'

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΥ̓, ΜΗΔΕ, ΜΗ

Etymology: From the negative particle 'οὐ' (not) and the postpositive conjunction 'δέ' (but, and).

G3725

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: O-ree-AH

Translations: boundaries, borders, limits, regions

Notes: This word refers to physical boundaries, borders, or limits, often denoting the extent of a territory or region. It can also refer to the regions themselves that are defined by these boundaries. It is typically used in the plural to describe the confines or extent of an area.

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

Synonyms: ΠΕΡΑΤΑ, ΤΕΡΜΑΤΑ

Etymology: From the Greek verb ὁρίζω (horizō), meaning 'to divide, to limit, to define'.

G4067

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: peh-ree-spo-REE-ah

Translations: suburb, suburbs, surrounding land, surrounding fields, pasture land, a suburb, the suburbs

Notes: This word refers to the land surrounding a city or town, often used for cultivation, pasture, or as a suburb. It denotes the area immediately outside the city walls or main settlement. It is a compound word derived from 'peri' (around) and 'spora' (sowing, seed, or cultivated land).

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΑΣΤΕΙΟΝ, ΠΕΡΙΟΙΚΙΣ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek περί (peri, “around”) + σπορά (spora, “sowing, seed, cultivated land”). It refers to land that is 'sown around' a settlement.

H7347

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: RE-khab

Translations: Rechab

Notes: Rechab is a male personal name of Hebrew origin, frequently appearing in the Old Testament. It refers to several different individuals, including the father of Jehonadab, a Kenite, and one of the two captains of Ish-bosheth's army. In the provided examples, it appears as a name associated with various genealogies and individuals.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a proper noun, it maintains its form)

Etymology: The name Rechab is of Hebrew origin, derived from the word meaning 'rider' or 'charioteer'. It is a common personal name found in ancient Israelite and surrounding cultures.

G1291

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-ess-TEH-lah-toh

Translations: he commanded, he charged, he gave orders, he warned

Notes: This word means to command, charge, or give orders, often with the implication of a warning or strict instruction. It is a compound word formed from διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'apart', and στέλλω (stellō), meaning 'to send' or 'to arrange'. In this form, it describes an action completed in the past by a single male subject, emphasizing the definitive nature of the command or warning given.

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

Synonyms: ΕΝΤΕΛΛΟΜΑΙ, ΚΕΛΕΥΩ, ΠΑΡΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ

G0846

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: ow-TOYS

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

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

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

Part of Speech: 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.

G3475

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: MO-sees

Translations: Moses

Notes: This is the name of the great prophet and lawgiver of Israel, who led the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt and received the Ten Commandments from God on Mount Sinai. He is a central figure in the Old Testament and is often referred to in the New Testament.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Etymology: The name Μωυσῆς (Mōysēs) in Greek is derived from the Hebrew name מֹשֶׁה (Mosheh), which is traditionally understood to mean 'drawn out' (from water), referring to his rescue from the Nile River.

G2816

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ek-lay-roh-no-MAY-san

Translations: they inherited, they obtained by inheritance, they possessed

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to inherit' or 'to obtain by inheritance.' It describes the act of receiving something as an heir, often land or property, but can also refer to spiritual blessings or a share in something. It is a compound word formed from 'κλῆρος' (klēros), meaning 'lot' or 'inheritance,' and 'νέμω' (nemō), meaning 'to distribute' or 'to apportion.'

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑΣΧΩ, ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΚΤΗΣΑΙ

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-toh-KAY-sen

Translations: he dwelt, he inhabited, he settled, he lived

Notes: This word means 'to dwell', 'to inhabit', 'to settle', or 'to live in a place'. It describes the act of residing in a specific location, often with a sense of permanence or establishment. It is used to indicate that someone took up residence or made their home somewhere.

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

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΕΩ, ΜΕΝΩ, ΚΑΘΗΜΑΙ

Etymology: From κατά (kata, 'down, against') and οἰκέω (oikeō, 'to dwell, inhabit'). The prefix κατά intensifies the meaning of dwelling, suggesting a settled or permanent residence.

G2488

Part of Speech: Proper Noun, Adjective

Sounds like: ee-eh-boo-SAH-yos

Translations: Jebusite, a Jebusite

Notes: This word refers to a member of the Jebusites, an ancient Canaanite tribe who inhabited Jerusalem (then called Jebus) before its conquest by King David. It can function as a proper noun referring to a specific person or as an adjective describing something belonging to or related to the Jebusites.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Etymology: The word 'Ἰεβουσαῖος' is derived from 'Ἰεβούς' (Jebus), the ancient name for Jerusalem, with the suffix '-αῖος' indicating origin or belonging.

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.

G2687

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tes-KEP-sahn-toh

Translations: they spied out, they examined, they explored, they investigated

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition κατά (kata, meaning 'down' or 'against') and the verb σκέπτομαι (skeptomai, meaning 'to look at' or 'to consider'). It means to look down upon, to inspect thoroughly, to spy out, or to explore. It is often used in the context of reconnaissance or detailed examination of a place or situation.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑΣΚΟΠΕΩ, ΕΞΕΡΕΥΝΑΩ, ΕΠΙΣΚΟΠΕΩ

G5442

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: foo-LAS-son-tes

Translations: keeping, guarding, observing, watching, preserving, a keeper, a guard

Notes: This word is a present active participle, meaning 'keeping' or 'guarding'. It describes an ongoing action of protecting, watching over, or adhering to something. It can be used to describe someone who is actively engaged in the act of guarding or observing, or someone who is preserving a custom or law. It often functions adjectivally, describing the subject performing the action.

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

Synonyms: ΤΗΡΕΩ, ΦΡΟΥΡΕΩ, ΠΑΡΑΦΥΛΑΣΣΩ

G1607

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eks-eh-por-YOO-eh-toh

Translations: was going out, was coming out, was proceeding, was issuing forth

Notes: This word describes the action of going out, coming forth, or proceeding from a place or source. It is often used to indicate movement from an interior to an exterior location, or the emanation of something from a specific origin. It can refer to people, things, or even abstract concepts like words or commands.

Inflection: Imperfect Indicative, Middle or Passive Voice, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΕΞΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΑΠΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΠΡΟΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: This word is a compound of the preposition 'ἐκ' (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the verb 'πορεύομαι' (poreuomai), meaning 'to go' or 'to travel'. The combination signifies 'to go out from' or 'to proceed out of'.

G2983

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-LAH-bon

Translations: I took, they took, I received, they received, I seized, they seized

Notes: This word is the aorist active indicative form of the verb 'λαμβάνω' (lambanō), meaning 'to take', 'to receive', or 'to seize'. The ending '-ον' indicates that it can be either the first person singular ('I took/received/seized') or the third person plural ('they took/received/seized'). The aorist tense describes a simple, completed action in the past, without emphasis on its duration or repetition. For example, it could be used in a sentence like 'they took the book' or 'I received the message'.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Indicative, 1st Person Singular or 3rd Person Plural

Synonyms: ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΑΙΡΕΩ

G2036

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EYE-pon

Translations: I said, I spoke, he said, he spoke, they said, they spoke, to say, to speak

Notes: ΕἸΠΟΝ is an aorist form of the verb meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. It is often used as the aorist tense of the verb λέγω (legō). It describes an action that occurred in the past, without specifying its duration or completion. It can be translated as 'I said', 'he said', or 'they said' depending on the context and the implied subject, as the form itself is ambiguous regarding person and number (it can be 1st singular, 3rd singular, or 3rd plural). It is commonly used to introduce direct or indirect speech.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Indicative, 1st Person Singular or 3rd Person Singular or 3rd Person Plural

Synonyms: ΛΕΓΩ, ΦΗΜΙ, ΛΑΛΕΩ

G1529

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ICE-oh-don

Translations: entrance, an entrance, entry, way in, access

Notes: This word refers to the act of entering or a place through which one enters. It is a compound word formed from the preposition εἰς (eis), meaning 'into' or 'to', and the noun ὁδός (hodos), meaning 'way' or 'road'. It is used to describe a physical point of entry or a means of access.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΕἸΣΟΔΕΥΣΙΣ, ἘΠΙΒΑΣΙΣ

Etymology: The word ΕἸΣΟΔΟΣ is derived from the preposition εἰς (eis), meaning 'into' or 'to', and the noun ὁδός (hodos), meaning 'way' or 'road'. It literally means 'a way into'.

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'.

G0435

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: AN-dra

Translations: man, a man, husband, a husband

Notes: This word refers to a male human being, often specifically an adult male, or a husband. It is the accusative singular form of the noun 'ἈΝΗΡ' (anēr), meaning 'man' or 'husband'. It is used when the man or husband is the direct object of a verb or the object of certain prepositions.

Inflection: Accusative, Singular, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΝΘΡΩΠΟΣ, ΑΝΗΡ

Etymology: The word 'ἈΝΗΡ' (anēr) comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages that also refer to a male human being.

G1821

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ex-ap-es-TEH-lan

Translations: they sent out, they sent forth, they dispatched, they sent away

Notes: This word means to send someone or something out, away, or forth, often with a specific purpose or mission. It implies a sending from a particular place or source, emphasizing the act of dispatching. It is used to describe actions where individuals or things are commissioned or directed to go somewhere.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΣΤΕΛΛΩ, ΠΕΜΠΩ

Etymology: The word ἘΞΑΠΕΣΤΕΙΛΑΝ comes from the verb ἐξαποστέλλω (exapostellō), which is a compound of ἐκ (ek, meaning 'out of' or 'from') and ἀποστέλλω (apostellō, meaning 'to send away' or 'to dispatch'). The prefix ἐξ- intensifies or specifies the direction of sending as 'out from'.

G5475

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: KHE-tayn

Translations: Hittites, of the Hittites, to the Hittites, the land of the Hittites

Notes: This word refers to the Hittites, an ancient people who established a powerful empire in Anatolia (modern-day Turkey) and northern Syria. It can also refer to their land or territory. As a proper noun, it identifies a specific group or region.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive or Dative

Etymology: The word Χεττεῖν (Chettin) is derived from the Hebrew חִתִּי (ḥittî), referring to the Hittite people. It entered Greek through translation of Old Testament texts.

G3618

Part of Speech: Verb

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

Translations: built, constructed, erected

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

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

Synonyms: ΚΤΙΖΩ, ΕΓΕΙΡΩ, ΑΝΟΙΚΟΔΟΜΕΩ

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

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.

G1807

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eks-AI-ren

Translations: he took away, he lifted up, he removed, he carried away, he exalted

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the verb αἴρω (airō), meaning 'to lift' or 'to take up'. Therefore, ἐξαίρω means 'to lift out', 'to take away', or 'to remove'. It can also mean 'to exalt' or 'to raise up'. It describes an action of removal or elevation, often with a sense of completion.

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

Synonyms: ΑΙΡΩ, ΑΦΑΙΡΕΩ, ΑΝΑΙΡΕΩ

G0967

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: bahee-THAN

Translations: Bethshan, Beth-shan, Beth Shean, Scythopolis

Notes: This is a proper noun referring to an ancient city located in the Jordan Valley, known for its strategic importance. It is also referred to as Scythopolis, particularly by Greeks. The city is mentioned in various historical and biblical texts.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΣΚΥΘΟΠΟΛΙΣ

Etymology: From Hebrew בֵּית שְׁאָן (Beth She'an), meaning "house of rest" or "house of security." It refers to an ancient city in the Jordan Valley.

G4027

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: peh-ree-OH-ee-kah

Translations: surrounding, neighboring, inhabitants, those dwelling around, surrounding places, surrounding things

Notes: This word is a compound word derived from 'peri' (around) and 'oikos' (house/dwelling). As an adjective, it means 'dwelling around' or 'neighboring'. As a noun, it refers to 'those dwelling around' or 'neighbors', or in the neuter plural, 'the surrounding places' or 'the surrounding things'. It describes what is located in the vicinity of something else.

Inflection: Neuter, Plural, Nominative or Accusative or Vocative

Synonyms: ΓΕΙΤΩΝ, ΠΛΗΣΙΟΝ

Etymology: The word is derived from the Greek preposition περί (peri), meaning 'around' or 'about', and the noun οἶκος (oikos), meaning 'house' or 'dwelling'. It refers to those who dwell around a place or the things/places that are in the vicinity.

G0905

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: BAH-lak

Translations: Balak

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

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

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

G3172

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: mah-geh-DOH

Translations: Megiddo

Notes: Megiddo is a proper noun referring to an ancient city in Israel, located in the Jezreel Valley. It was a strategically important site due to its location on the Via Maris, an ancient trade route connecting Egypt and Mesopotamia. The city is known for numerous historical battles and is famously associated with the biblical site of Armageddon.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative

Etymology: The name Megiddo is of Hebrew origin, meaning 'place of troops' or 'place of fruit'. It refers to an ancient city in the Jezreel Valley of Israel, known for its strategic importance and numerous historical battles.

G0756

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eer-XAH-toh

Translations: began, started

Notes: This is a verb form meaning 'he/she/it began' or 'he/she/it started'. It is used to indicate the commencement of an action or state, often implying that the subject initiated the action themselves (middle voice) or that the action simply began (passive voice).

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

Synonyms: ΕΝΑΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΑΤΑΡΧΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: From the Greek word ἄρχω (archō), meaning 'to be first, to rule, to begin'. The middle voice ἄρχομαι means 'to begin' or 'to take the lead'.

G5478

Part of Speech: Proper Noun, Adjective

Sounds like: KHA-na-NAI-oss

Translations: Canaanite, a Canaanite

Notes: This word refers to an inhabitant of Canaan, an ancient region located in the Levant, corresponding roughly to modern-day Israel, Palestine, Lebanon, and parts of Syria and Jordan. It can be used as a proper noun to identify a person from this region or as an adjective to describe something related to Canaan.

Inflection: Singular, Masculine, Nominative

Etymology: The word is derived from the Hebrew word 'Kena'an' (כְּנַעַן), referring to the land of Canaan and its inhabitants.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-toy-KAYN

Translations: to dwell, to inhabit, to reside, to live

Notes: This word is the present active infinitive form of the verb ΚΑΤΟΙΚΕΩ. It means to dwell, inhabit, or reside in a place. It is often used to describe someone living in a house, city, or country, or even a spiritual dwelling. It is a compound word formed from the preposition ΚΑΤΑ (KATA), meaning 'down' or 'in', and the verb ΟΙΚΕΩ (OIKEŌ), meaning 'to dwell' or 'to live'.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΕΩ, ΕΝΟΙΚΕΩ, ΠΑΡΟΙΚΕΩ

Etymology: The verb ΚΑΤΟΙΚΕΩ is a compound of the preposition ΚΑΤΑ (KATA), meaning 'down' or 'in', and the verb ΟΙΚΕΩ (OIKEŌ), meaning 'to dwell' or 'to live'. It literally means 'to dwell down' or 'to settle in'.

G3778

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun

Sounds like: TOW-tay

Translations: of this, to this, by this, with this, this

Notes: This word is an inflected form of the demonstrative pronoun 'οὗτος' (houtos), meaning 'this' or 'that'. It is used to point out something specific that is near the speaker or has just been mentioned. As a feminine singular form, it can function as either a genitive case, indicating possession or origin (e.g., 'of this woman'), or a dative case, indicating indirect object or means (e.g., 'to this woman' or 'by means of this'). Its precise meaning depends on the context and the preposition it might be used with.

Inflection: Feminine, Singular, Genitive or Dative

Synonyms: ΑΥΤΗ, ΕΚΕΙΝΗ

Etymology: The word 'οὗτος' (houtos), from which 'ταύτῃ' is derived, is a demonstrative pronoun in Koine Greek. It is believed to have originated from a combination of the definite article and a pronominal stem, indicating proximity or reference to something previously mentioned.

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'.

G1807

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: eks-A-ee-ron

Translations: taking away, removing, delivering, pardoning, lifting out, one who takes away, one who removes

Notes: This word is a present active participle of the verb ἐξαίρω (exairō). It is a compound word formed from the preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the verb αἴρω (airō), meaning 'to lift', 'to take up', or 'to carry away'. Therefore, it literally means 'to lift out' or 'to take out'. Depending on the context, it can refer to physically removing something, delivering someone from danger, or metaphorically taking away sins or iniquities.

Inflection: Singular, Masculine, Nominative, Present Active Participle

Synonyms: ΑἸΡΩ, ἈΦΑΙΡΕΩ, ἘΚΒΑΛΛΩ

Etymology: The verb ἐξαίρω (exairō) is formed from the preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the verb αἴρω (airō), meaning 'to lift', 'to take up', or 'to carry away'.

G2181

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: EF-ra-im

Translations: Ephraim

Notes: Ephraim refers to a significant figure, tribe, and territory in ancient Israel. It was the name of the younger son of Joseph and the grandson of Jacob, whose descendants formed one of the twelve tribes of Israel. The name 'Ephraim' also came to represent the northern kingdom of Israel, particularly after the division of the kingdom, due to the tribe's prominence and influence.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative

Etymology: The name 'Ephraim' is of Hebrew origin, from the verb 'parah' (פָּרָה), meaning 'to be fruitful' or 'to bear fruit'. It signifies 'fruitful' or 'doubly fruitful'.

G0001

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: AK-kho

Translations: Acco, Accho

Notes: This is a proper noun referring to the ancient city of Acco, located on the Mediterranean coast in what is now Israel. It is mentioned in the Old Testament as a city that the tribe of Asher did not drive out its inhabitants. It is used here as the object of the verb, indicating the place where people dwell.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Etymology: The name 'Acco' is of Semitic origin, likely from a root meaning 'hot sand' or 'boundary'. It was an important port city throughout ancient history.

G781

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: as-KHA-zei

Translations: to be idle, to delay, to hesitate, to linger

Notes: This verb describes the act of being idle, delaying, or hesitating. It implies a lack of action or a postponement of something. It can be used in sentences to indicate that someone is wasting time or not acting promptly.

Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ἈΡΓΕΩ, ΒΡΑΔΥΝΩ, ὈΚΝΕΩ

Etymology: The origin of this word is uncertain, but it is thought to be derived from a root meaning 'to be slack' or 'to be loose'.

G5478

Part of Speech: Proper Noun, Adjective

Sounds like: KHA-na-NAI-oo

Translations: of Canaanite, Canaanite, a Canaanite

Notes: This word refers to a person from Canaan or something pertaining to Canaan. It is often used to describe the inhabitants of the land of Canaan, a region mentioned frequently in the Old Testament. It can function as a proper noun referring to a specific person or group, or as an adjective describing something as being of Canaanite origin.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Etymology: From Χαναάν (Chanaan), the Hebrew name for Canaan, with the suffix -αιος indicating origin or belonging.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-toy-KOON-tos

Translations: of dwelling, of inhabiting, of residing, of living, of settling, of a dweller, of an inhabitant

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'katoikeō', meaning 'to dwell' or 'to inhabit'. As a genitive singular masculine/neuter participle, it describes someone or something 'of dwelling' or 'of inhabiting'. It can function adjectivally to describe a person or group that dwells in a place, or substantively as 'of a dweller' or 'of an inhabitant'.

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

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΟΥΝΤΟΣ, ΕΝΟΙΚΟΥΝΤΟΣ

G3508

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: nef-tha-LEI

Translations: Naphtali, of Naphtali

Notes: This is a proper noun referring to Naphtali, the sixth son of Jacob and Bilhah, and the progenitor of one of the twelve tribes of Israel. It is also used to refer to the tribe itself or the territory occupied by the tribe. In the provided context, it appears in a genitive form (ΝΕΦΘΑΛΕΙΜ) meaning 'of Naphtali', indicating possession or origin.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Etymology: The name Naphtali is of Hebrew origin, meaning 'my struggle' or 'my wrestling'. It is derived from the Hebrew word נַפְתָּלִי (Naphtali).

G0001

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: BAH-ee-th-SAH-moos

Translations: Beth-shemesh

Notes: This is a proper noun referring to a city in ancient Israel. The name 'Beth-shemesh' means 'house of the sun' or 'temple of the sun', indicating it was likely a place of sun worship. It is mentioned in the Old Testament as a Levitical city in the tribe of Judah, located on the border between Judah and Dan. It is often used in geographical contexts to denote a location.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative or Genitive

Etymology: The name is of Hebrew origin, a compound of 'Beth' (house, temple) and 'Shemesh' (sun). It refers to a place associated with the sun.

Part of Speech: Participle, Noun

Sounds like: kah-toy-KOON-tes

Translations: dwelling, inhabiting, residing, living, those who dwell, those who inhabit, those who reside, those who live

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'katoikeō', meaning 'to dwell' or 'to inhabit'. It describes someone or something that is currently dwelling or residing in a place. When used as a noun, it refers to 'those who dwell' or 'the inhabitants' of a particular area. It is often used to describe people living in a specific region or on the earth.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Masculine, Present Active Participle

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΟΥΝΤΕΣ, ΕΝΟΙΚΟΥΝΤΕΣ

G1096

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-GEH-non-toh

Translations: they became, they were, they came to be, they happened, they arose

Notes: This word is a past tense form of the verb 'to become' or 'to be'. It describes an action that occurred in the past, indicating a change of state, an event happening, or the coming into existence of something. It is often used to describe what happened or what came about.

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

Synonyms: ΕΙΜΙ, ΥΠΑΡΧΩ, ΓΕΝΝΑΩ

Etymology: The word ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ comes from an ancient Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to come into being' or 'to be born'. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages that convey similar concepts of becoming or originating.

G0273

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ah-mor-RAH-ee-os

Translations: Amorite, an Amorite

Notes: This word refers to an Amorite, a member of an ancient Semitic-speaking people who inhabited Mesopotamia and Syria from the third millennium BC. In the biblical context, they were one of the nations inhabiting Canaan before the Israelite conquest. The term can refer to an individual Amorite or the people collectively.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Etymology: The word ἈΜΟΡΡΑΙΟΣ is derived from the Hebrew word אֱמֹרִי (ʾĔmōrī), which refers to the Amorite people. It entered Greek through translation of the Hebrew scriptures.

G0863

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-FEE-kan

Translations: they left, they let go, they forgave, they permitted, they sent away

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'they left', 'they let go', 'they forgave', 'they permitted', or 'they sent away'. It is the third person plural aorist active indicative form of the verb ἀφίημι (aphiēmi). It describes an action that was completed in the past by a group of people. For example, it could be used to say 'they left him behind' or 'they forgave their sins'.

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

Synonyms: ἘΑΩ, ΚΑΤΑΛΕΙΠΩ, ΣΥΓΧΩΡΕΩ

G2597

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tah-BEE-nai

Translations: to go down, to come down, to descend

Notes: This word is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb ΚΑΤΑΒΑΙΝΩ. It means 'to go down,' 'to come down,' or 'to descend.' It is often used to describe movement from a higher place to a lower one, whether literally (e.g., descending a mountain) or figuratively (e.g., coming down from a position of authority). As an infinitive, it functions like a verbal noun, often translated with 'to' + verb.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΑΤΙΣΧΥΩ

Etymology: The word ΚΑΤΑΒΑΙΝΩ is a compound word formed from the preposition κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against,' and the verb βαίνω (bainō), meaning 'to go' or 'to step.' Thus, it literally means 'to go down' or 'to step down.'

G3749

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: oss-TRAH-koh-dee

Translations: to a shelly, to a potsherd-covered, to an earthen

Notes: This word is an adjective describing something that is shelly, covered with potsherds, or made of earthenware. It is used to describe a place or object that has these characteristics. In this inflected form, it indicates the dative case, often meaning 'to' or 'for' such a place or object.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Neuter

Etymology: The word derives from the Greek word ὄστρακον (ostrakon), meaning 'shell' or 'potsherd', combined with the suffix -ώδης (-odes), which indicates 'full of' or 'resembling'.

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.

Part of Speech: Definite Article, Relative Pronoun, Interjection, Prefix, Numeral

Sounds like: AI

Translations: the, who, which, alas, oh, 11

Notes: The word 'ΑΙ' can function in several ways in Koine Greek. Most commonly, it is the feminine nominative plural form of the definite article, meaning 'the' (referring to multiple feminine nouns). It can also be the feminine nominative plural form of the relative pronoun, meaning 'who' or 'which'. Less frequently, it can be an interjection expressing sorrow or pain, similar to 'alas' or 'oh'. It can also appear as a prefix in compound words. Additionally, 'ΑΙ' can represent the number 11 when used as a numerical symbol (alpha-iota). It is also possible for 'ΑΙ' to be an elision or contraction of other words, such as 'ἀεί' (always) or 'ἄγε' (come on!), though this is less common in the New Testament.

Inflection: Feminine, Nominative, Plural (for article and pronoun); Does not inflect (for interjection, prefix, and numeral)

Etymology: The origin of 'ΑΙ' as a definite article and relative pronoun is from Proto-Indo-European. Its use as an interjection is onomatopoeic.

G0926

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-bah-ROON-thay

Translations: was weighed down, was burdened, became heavy, was oppressed

Notes: This word is the aorist passive indicative form of the verb 'βαρύνω' (barunō), meaning 'to weigh down' or 'to burden'. In this passive form, it describes something or someone that became heavy, was burdened, or was oppressed. It indicates a state of being made heavy or experiencing a burden, often implying difficulty or distress.

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

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΒΑΡΥΝΩ, ΚΑΤΑΒΑΡΥΝΩ

Etymology: The word 'βαρύνω' (barunō) comes from the adjective 'βαρύς' (barus), meaning 'heavy'. It is related to the concept of weight and burden.

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.

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

G3725

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: O-ree-ON

Translations: boundary, border, limit, a boundary, a border, a limit

Notes: This word refers to a boundary, border, or limit. It can denote a physical demarcation, such as the edge of a territory or a city, or a conceptual limit, like a restriction or an end point. It is often used in the plural to refer to the 'borders' or 'territory' of a region.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΠΕΡΑΣ, ΟΡΟΣ, ΤΕΡΜΑ

Etymology: The word 'horion' (ὅριον) comes from the Greek word 'horos' (ὅρος), meaning 'boundary' or 'landmark'. It is related to the verb 'horizo' (ὁρίζω), meaning 'to divide' or 'to define'.

G1883