2001 Translation

Part of Speech: Interjection, Exclamation

Sounds like: al-lay-LOO-yah

Translations: Hallelujah, Praise the Lord, Praise Yah

Notes: This word is an exclamation of praise or adoration, meaning 'Praise Yah' or 'Praise the Lord'. It is used to express joy, triumph, or worship, often appearing at the beginning or end of a hymn or prayer. It is a direct transliteration from Hebrew and is used universally in religious contexts.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΑΙΝΟΣ, ΔΟΞΑ, ΕΥΛΟΓΙΑ

Etymology: ΑΛΛΗΛΟΥΙΑ is a transliteration of the Hebrew phrase הַלְלוּיָהּ (halaluyah), meaning 'Praise ye Yah', where 'halal' means 'to praise' and 'Yah' is a shortened form of Yahweh (the Lord).

G1843

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ex-oh-moh-loh-GEH-ee-stheh

Translations: confess, acknowledge, give thanks, praise, profess, agree

Notes: This word is a compound verb meaning to confess, acknowledge, or give thanks. It implies an open and public declaration, often involving an admission of truth, a profession of faith, or an expression of gratitude. It can be used in contexts of confessing sins, acknowledging God's power, or giving praise.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Imperative, Second Person Plural

Synonyms: ΟΜΟΛΟΓΕΩ, ΕΥ̓ΧΑΡΙΣΤΕΩ, ΑἸΝΕΩ

G2962

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KOO-ree-OH

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΔΕΣΠΟΤΗΣ

G2532

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: kahee

Translations: and, also, even, but, then

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

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

G1941

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-pee-kah-LEH-stheh

Translations: call upon, invoke, appeal to, name, be called

Notes: This word means to call upon someone, to invoke them, or to appeal to them. It can also mean to name someone or something, or to be called by a certain name. It is often used in the context of prayer or seeking help from a higher power, or in legal contexts for appealing to an authority. It is a compound word formed from 'ἐπί' (upon, over) and 'καλέω' (to call).

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Indicative or Imperative, Second Person, Plural

Synonyms: ΚΑΛΕΩ, ΠΡΟΣΚΑΛΕΩ, ΑΙΤΕΩ

Etymology: The word ΕΠΙΚΑΛΕΩ is derived from the preposition ἐπί (epi), meaning 'upon' or 'over', and the verb καλέω (kaleō), meaning 'to call'. It signifies the act of calling upon someone or something, often with the sense of invoking or appealing to them.

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.

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

Sounds like: TAH

Translations: the

Notes: ΤΑ is the neuter plural form of the definite article in Koine Greek. It functions similarly to 'the' in English, indicating that a noun is definite or previously mentioned. It agrees in gender, number, and case with the noun it modifies, and in this form, it can be used for both nominative (subject) and accusative (direct object) cases.

Inflection: Neuter, Plural, Nominative or Accusative

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is a demonstrative pronoun that evolved into a definite article in Greek.

Part of Speech: 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

G1867

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ep-ahee-NEH-stheh

Translations: you are praised, be praised, you are commended, be commended

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to praise' or 'to commend'. In this form, it is in the passive voice, indicating that the subject is receiving the action of being praised or commended. It can be used as a statement (you are praised) or as a command (be praised).

Inflection: 2nd Person, Plural, Present Tense, Passive Voice, Indicative or Imperative Mood

Synonyms: ΕΥ̓ΛΟΓΕΩ, ΔΟΞΑΖΩ

Etymology: The word ἘΠΑΙΝΕΩ is a compound word formed from the preposition ἘΠΙ (epi), meaning 'upon' or 'in addition to', and ΑἸΝΕΩ (aineo), meaning 'to praise' or 'to approve'.

G2165

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: yoo-frahn-THEE-toh

Translations: let it rejoice, let it be glad, let it be merry, let it make merry

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to rejoice, be glad, or make merry. It is used to express a command or wish for someone or something to experience joy or happiness. For example, it can be used in a sentence like 'Let the heavens rejoice!'

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

Synonyms: ἈΓΑΛΛΙΑΩ, ΧΑΙΡΩ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek εὐφραίνω (euphraínō), from εὖ (eu, “well”) + φρήν (phrḗn, “mind, heart”).

G2212

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: zay-TOON-tone

Translations: (of) those seeking, (of) those searching, (of) those desiring, (of) those inquiring

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'ζητέω' (zēteō), meaning 'to seek,' 'to search for,' 'to desire,' or 'to inquire.' As a participle, it functions like an adjective or a noun, describing an action or the one performing it. In this form, it refers to 'those who are seeking' or 'those who are searching.' It is often used to describe people actively engaged in a quest or pursuit, whether for knowledge, a person, or a specific outcome.

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

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΖΗΤΕΩ, ΑΙΤΕΩ, ΕΡΕΥΝΑΩ

G2901

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kra-tah-ee-OH-thay-teh

Translations: be strengthened, be made strong, become mighty

Notes: This word is a command, meaning 'be strengthened' or 'be made strong'. It is used to tell a group of people to become powerful or to be made firm and robust, often in a spiritual or moral sense. It implies receiving strength from an external source.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Imperative, Second Person Plural

Synonyms: ΕΝΔΥΝΑΜΟΩ, ΙΣΧΥΩ

Etymology: The verb ΚΡΑΤΑΙΟΩ (krataioō) is derived from the adjective ΚΡΑΤΑΙΟΣ (krataios), meaning 'strong' or 'mighty'. This adjective itself comes from ΚΡΑΤΟΣ (kratos), meaning 'strength' or 'power'.

G4383

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pros-OH-pon

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΟΨΙΣ, ΕΙΔΟΣ, ΜΟΡΦΗ

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

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'.

G3403

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: MNEES-thay-teh

Translations: remember, call to mind, be mindful of, think of

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to remember' or 'to call to mind'. It is often used in the imperative mood, commanding someone or a group of people to recall something. It can also mean to be mindful of or to think of something or someone.

Inflection: Aorist, Imperative, Middle/Passive Voice, Second Person, Plural

Synonyms: ΕΝΘΥΜΕΟΜΑΙ, ΜΕΛΕΤΑΩ

Etymology: From the root μνάομαι (mnaomai), meaning 'to remember' or 'to be mindful of'. It is related to the concept of memory and recollection.

G5059

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: TEH-ra-ta

Translations: wonders, marvels, portents, omens

Notes: This word refers to extraordinary or unusual events, often with a supernatural or divine origin. It can denote a wonder or a marvel that inspires awe, or a portent or omen that serves as a sign of future events, often of a significant or calamitous nature. It is typically used in a plural form to describe a series of such events.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΣΗΜΕΙΑ, ΘΑΥΜΑΤΑ

Etymology: The origin of the word is uncertain, but it is thought to be related to the idea of 'looking at' or 'observing' something remarkable.

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.

G4750

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: STOH-mah-tos

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Neuter

Synonyms: ΧΕΙΛΟΣ, ΦΩΝΗ

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

G4690

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: SPER-mah

Translations: seed, a seed, offspring, descendants, children, posterity

Notes: This word refers to 'seed' in a literal sense, like the seed from which a plant grows. It is also commonly used metaphorically to mean 'offspring' or 'descendants', referring to a lineage or posterity. It can be used in contexts like 'the seed of Abraham' to mean Abraham's descendants.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΓΕΝΟΣ, ΓΕΝΝΗΜΑ

Etymology: The word 'σπέρμα' comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *sper- meaning 'to strew, sow'. It is related to the verb 'σπείρω' (speirō), meaning 'to sow'.

G0011

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ah-brah-AHM

Translations: Abraham, (to) Abraham, (of) Abraham

Notes: This is the proper name Abraham, a pivotal figure in the Abrahamic religions (Judaism, Christianity, and Islam). He is considered the patriarch through whom God established a covenant, promising him numerous descendants and a land. The name means 'father of a multitude'. It is used in sentences to refer directly to the person Abraham.

Inflection: Does not inflect (indeclinable)

Etymology: The name Ἀβραάμ (Abraham) is of Hebrew origin, derived from the Hebrew name אַבְרָהָם ('Avraham), which means 'father of a multitude' or 'father of many nations'. It was originally Abram, meaning 'exalted father', before God changed it.

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: ow-TOS

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΟΥ̓ΤΟΣ, ἘΚΕΙΝΟΣ

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

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.

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.

G3956

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: PAH-see

Translations: (to) all, (to) every, (to) whole, (to) any, (of) all, (of) every, (of) whole, (of) any

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'all,' 'every,' 'whole,' or 'any.' It is used to describe a quantity or entirety. For example, it can be used with a noun to mean 'all the people' or 'every house.' In the provided examples, 'ΠΑΣΗ ΧΩΡΑ' means 'in every land' or 'in all the land,' indicating its use to modify a feminine singular noun.

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

Synonyms: ΟΛΟΣ, ΑΠΑΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'all' or 'every.'

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.

G3403

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: em-NEES-thay

Translations: remembered, was reminded, called to mind

Notes: This verb means to remember, to recall, or to be reminded of something. It is often used in the context of God remembering His covenant or people, or people remembering God's works or commands. It can also mean to make mention of something.

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

Synonyms: ΜΝΗΜΟΝΕΥΩ, ΕΝΘΥΜΕΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: From μνάομαι (mnaomai), meaning 'to remember', which is related to μνήμη (mnēmē), 'memory'.

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'.

G1242

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: Dee-ah-THEE-kees

Translations: (of) a covenant, (of) the covenant, (of) a testament, (of) the testament, (of) a will, (of) the will

Notes: This word refers to a solemn agreement or a binding compact, often between God and humans, or between two parties. It can also refer to a last will and testament, a legal document outlining a person's wishes for their possessions after death. Its meaning can shift depending on the context, often referring to a divine covenant in religious texts or a human will in legal contexts.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΘΗΚΗ

G3056

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: LOH-goo

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΡΗΜΑ, ΜΥΘΟΣ, ΕΠΟΣ

G3756, G3757

Part of Speech: Adverb, Relative Adverb, Relative Pronoun

Sounds like: OO

Translations: not, no, where, of whom, of which, when

Notes: This word, written without diacritics, can represent at least two distinct Koine Greek words. It most commonly functions as a negative particle (οὐ), meaning 'not' or 'no', used to express a direct and objective negation. It can also function as a relative adverb (οὗ), meaning 'where' or 'when', indicating place or time, or as a relative genitive pronoun, meaning 'of whom' or 'of which'. The precise meaning depends on the context and the original diacritics.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a particle/adverb); Genitive, Singular, Masculine or Neuter (as a relative pronoun)

Synonyms: ΜΗ, ΟΠΟΥ

Etymology: The negative particle οὐ (ou) comes from Proto-Indo-European *ne, meaning 'not'. The relative adverb/pronoun οὗ (hou) comes from Proto-Indo-European *kʷo-, a pronominal stem.

G1074

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ge-ne-AS

Translations: of a generation, of generations, a generation, generations, of a race, of races, a race, races, of a family, of families, a family, families, of a kind, of kinds, a kind, kinds

Notes: This word refers to a generation of people, a race, a family, or a kind/species. It can also denote the time span of a generation. In the provided examples, it is used in the phrase "generations of generations" (ΓΕΝΕΑΣ ΓΕΝΕΩΝ), emphasizing a very long or eternal duration.

Inflection: Singular Genitive or Plural Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΓΕΝΟΣ, ΦΥΛΗ, ΓΕΝΕΣΙΣ

Etymology: From the Greek verb γίνομαι (ginomai), meaning "to come into being" or "to be born."

G1303

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-eh-THEH-toh

Translations: made a covenant, arranged, disposed, appointed

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'apart', and the verb τίθημι (tithēmi), meaning 'to place' or 'to set'. In the middle voice, it often means 'to make a covenant' or 'to arrange for oneself'. It describes an action where someone sets something in order, often with a binding agreement or disposition.

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

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΤΙΘΗΜΙ, ΠΟΙΕΩ

G2476

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: es-TEE-sen

Translations: he stood, he set, he established, he appointed, he caused to stand, he fixed

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb 'ἵστημι' (histēmi). It means 'he stood,' 'he set,' 'he established,' or 'he appointed.' It describes an action that occurred in the past, completed at a specific point in time. It can be used to describe someone taking a stand, setting something in place, or establishing a boundary or rule.

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

Synonyms: ἘΘΗΚΕΝ, ἘΣΤΗΡΙΞΕΝ

G4368

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pros-TAG-ma

Translations: commandment, command, ordinance, decree, a commandment, an ordinance

Notes: This word refers to a command, order, or decree, often issued by an authority. It signifies something that has been enjoined or prescribed. It is typically used to refer to divine or human laws and regulations.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΕΝΤΟΛΗ, ΔΙΚΑΙΩΜΑ, ΝΟΜΟΣ

Etymology: From the verb προστάσσω (prostassō), meaning 'to order, command, appoint', which is formed from πρός (pros, 'to, toward') and τάσσω (tassō, 'to arrange, order').

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).

G1242

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: dee-ah-THEH-kane

Translations: covenant, a covenant, testament, a testament, will, a will, disposition, an arrangement

Notes: This word refers to a covenant, agreement, or testament, often implying a formal arrangement or disposition made by one party, which may or may not be reciprocated. In a religious context, it frequently refers to God's covenant with humanity. It can also refer to a last will and testament.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΘΗΚΗ, ΟΡΚΟΣ, ΔΙΑΤΑΓΜΑ

Etymology: From the Greek preposition διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'apart', and the verb τίθημι (tithemi), meaning 'to place' or 'to set'. It originally referred to an arrangement or disposition, and later came to mean a covenant or testament.

G0166

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ahee-OH-nee-on

Translations: eternal, everlasting, age-long, perpetual

Notes: This word describes something that pertains to an age or period of time, often implying a duration that is either without end or of very long duration. It can refer to something that has always existed, will always exist, or is characteristic of a particular age. In many contexts, it is translated as 'eternal' or 'everlasting', emphasizing endless duration.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑἸΔΙΟΣ, ΑΚΑΤΑΛΥΤΟΣ

Etymology: Derived from the Koine Greek word ΑἸΩΝ (AIŌN), meaning 'age' or 'eternity'.

G3004

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: leh-GOHN

Translations: saying, speaking, telling

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

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

Synonyms: ΛΑΛΩΝ, ΦΩΝΩΝ, ΕΡΩΝ

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

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.

G1325

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: DOH-soh

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

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

Inflection: Future Active Indicative, 1st Person Singular

Synonyms: ΔΩΣΕΙ, ΔΩΣΟΜΕΝ

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

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.

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

G5477

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: KHAH-nah-ahn

Translations: Canaan

Notes: This word refers to Canaan, a historical region in the Ancient Near East, located between the Jordan River and the Mediterranean Sea. It is frequently mentioned in the Bible as the 'Promised Land' given to the Israelites. It is used to denote the land itself or its inhabitants.

Inflection: Does not inflect (indeclinable proper noun)

Etymology: The word 'Canaan' is of Semitic origin, likely from a root meaning 'to be low, humble, subjugated'. It refers to the historical region and its inhabitants.

G4620

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: skhoy-NIS-mah

Translations: line, measuring line, portion, inheritance, a line, a portion, an inheritance

Notes: This word refers to a measuring line or cord, which was used to measure land or assign portions. Metaphorically, it can signify a portion, lot, or inheritance, as land was often divided by such lines. It is used to describe a designated share or territory.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΚΛΗΡΟΣ, ΜΕΡΙΣ, ΚΛΗΡΟΝΟΜΙΑ

Etymology: From the verb σχοινίζω (schoinizō), meaning 'to measure with a line', which in turn comes from σχοῖνος (schoinos), meaning 'rush, reed, measuring line'.

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.

G1484

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ETH-noos

Translations: of a nation, of the nation, of a people, of the people, of a Gentile, of the Gentile, of a heathen, of the heathen

Notes: This word refers to a nation, a people, or a race, often used in the context of non-Israelite peoples or Gentiles. It can also refer to a group of people united by common descent, language, or culture. In the New Testament, it frequently distinguishes between Jews and non-Jews (Gentiles).

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Neuter

Synonyms: ΛΑΟΣ, ΦΥΛΗ, ΓΕΝΟΣ

Etymology: From an unknown root, possibly related to ἔθος (ethos, 'custom, habit'), suggesting a group united by common customs.

G1484

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ETH-nos

Translations: nation, a nation, people, a people, Gentiles, a Gentile

Notes: This word refers to a nation, a people group, or a race. In the New Testament, it often refers specifically to the Gentiles, meaning non-Jewish people. It can be used to describe a large group of people united by common descent, culture, or language.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΛΑΟΣ, ΦΥΛΗ

Etymology: From an unknown root, possibly related to ἔθος (ethos, 'custom, habit'). It refers to a group of people sharing common customs or characteristics.

G2087

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: EH-teh-ron

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑΛΛΟΣ

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

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.

G0863

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-FEE-ken

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

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to send away,' 'to let go,' 'to leave,' 'to forgive,' or 'to permit.' It describes an action of releasing, abandoning, or granting permission. Its specific meaning often depends on the context in which it is used.

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Aorist Indicative, Active Voice

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΛΥΩ, ΕΑΩ, ΣΥΓΧΩΡΕΩ

Etymology: The word ἀφίημι is a compound word formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from,' and the verb ἵημι (hiēmi), meaning 'to send' or 'to throw.' Thus, its core meaning is 'to send away' or 'to let go from.'

G0091

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-dee-KAY-sai

Translations: to do wrong, to injure, to harm, to be unjust, to commit injustice

Notes: This word is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'ἈΔΙΚΕΩ' (adikeō), meaning 'to do wrong' or 'to injure'. It describes the action of committing an injustice or causing harm. As an infinitive, it often functions like a noun, indicating the purpose or result of an action, such as 'for the purpose of doing wrong' or 'the act of injuring'.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΒΛΑΠΤΩ, ΚΑΚΟΠΟΙΕΩ, ἈΣΕΒΕΩ

G1651

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EE-leng-xen

Translations: he convicted, he rebuked, he exposed, he reproved, he corrected, he showed, he proved

Notes: This word describes the act of bringing something to light, often with the implication of conviction, rebuke, or exposure. It can mean to prove someone wrong, to correct them, or to show them their fault. It is used in sentences where one person confronts another about their actions or beliefs, leading to a demonstration of truth or error.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΤΙΜΑΩ, ΕΛΕΓΜΟΣ, ΕΠΙΠΛΗΤΤΩ

G5228

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: hoo-PER

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΠΙ, ΠΕΡΙ, ΑΝΤΙ

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

G3361

Part of Speech: Particle, Adverb

Sounds like: MAY

Translations: not, lest, no, do not

Notes: ΜΗ is a negative particle used in Koine Greek to express a subjective negation. It is typically used with non-indicative moods (like the subjunctive, imperative, infinitive, or participle) to express prohibition, a condition, or a denial of something that is wished for or imagined. For example, it is used in commands like 'do not do this' or in clauses expressing fear or purpose, such as 'lest something happen'. It contrasts with 'οὐ' (ou), which negates objective facts.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: The word ΜΗ comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is an ancient negative particle that has been present in various forms across Indo-European languages.

G0680

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ap-SEE-stheh

Translations: you may touch, you should touch, you might touch

Notes: This word is a verb meaning "to touch," "to grasp," "to cling to," or "to light" (as in a fire). It often implies a more deliberate or firm contact than a mere light touch. In the provided examples, it is used in a prohibitive sense, meaning "do not touch" or "you shall not touch." It is a compound word, formed from the prefix ἀπ- (ap-) and the root ἅπτω (hapto).

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

Synonyms: ΘΙΓΓΑΝΩ, ΨΗΛΑΦΑΩ

Etymology: The root ἅπτω (hapto) is of uncertain origin, possibly related to a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to fasten, join'. The middle voice form ἅπτομαι (haptomai) means 'to attach oneself to, to touch'.

G5547

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: khree-STOHN

Translations: of anointed ones, of Christs, of Messiahs

Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of 'ΧΡΙΣΤΟΣ' (Christ/Anointed One). It refers to multiple individuals who have been anointed, typically with oil, signifying a special consecration or appointment by God. In a broader sense, it can refer to those who are divinely appointed or chosen. It is used in contexts where possession or origin is indicated, such as 'the things of the anointed ones' or 'belonging to the Christs'.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΜΕΣΣΙΑΣ, ΕΚΛΕΚΤΟΙ, ΑΓΙΟΙ

Etymology: The word ΧΡΙΣΤΟΣ (Christos) comes from the Greek verb χρίω (chriō), meaning 'to anoint'. It is a direct translation of the Hebrew word מָשִׁיחַ (mashiaḥ), from which the English word 'Messiah' is derived.

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'.

G3956

Part of Speech: Adjective, Pronoun

Sounds like: PAN

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΟΛΟΣ, ΑΠΑΣ

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

G4743

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: stee-RIG-ma

Translations: support, a support, prop, a prop, stay, a stay, pillar, a pillar, foundation, a foundation

Notes: This word refers to something that provides stability, holds something up, or acts as a foundation. It can be used literally for a physical support or figuratively for something that provides strength, comfort, or a basis for belief.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΒΑΣΙΣ, ΕΔΡΑΙΩΜΑ, ΥΠΟΣΤΗΡΙΓΜΑ

Etymology: The word ΣΤΗΡΙΓΜΑ (stērigmas) is derived from the verb ΣΤΗΡΙΖΩ (stērizō), meaning 'to make firm, establish, support'. It refers to that which provides support or stability.

G4937

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soon-eh-TREEP-sen

Translations: he broke in pieces, she broke in pieces, it broke in pieces, he shattered, she shattered, it shattered, he crushed, she crushed, it crushed

Notes: This word is a compound verb meaning to break in pieces, shatter, or crush completely. It describes an action of forceful destruction, often implying a thorough and irreversible breaking. It is used to describe someone or something breaking an object into many fragments.

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

Synonyms: ΘΛΑΩ, ΚΑΤΑΓΝΥΜΙ, ΡΗΓΝΥΜΙ

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'.

G1401

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: DOO-lon

Translations: slave, a slave, servant, a servant

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

Inflection: Singular, Masculine, Accusative

Synonyms: ΘΕΡΑΠΩΝ, ΥΠΗΡΕΤΗΣ

G5013

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-tah-peh-NOH-sahn

Translations: they humbled, they abased, they brought low, they humiliated

Notes: This word describes the action of humbling, abasing, or bringing someone or something low. It can refer to a literal lowering in status or position, or a metaphorical humbling of pride or power. It is often used in contexts where someone is made to feel less important or is subjected to a lower condition.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑΣΟΦΊΖΩ, ΚΑΤΑΔΟΥΛΌΩ

Etymology: From ταπεινός (tapeinos), meaning 'lowly' or 'humble'. The verb form means to make low or humble.

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).

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.

G5590

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: Ps-oo-KHEE

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΝΕΥΜΑ, ΖΩΗ, ΚΑΡΔΙΑ

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

G3360

Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb, Conjunction

Sounds like: MEKH-ree

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΩΣ, ΑΧΡΙ

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

G3051

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: lo-GHI-on

Translations: oracle, an oracle, saying, utterance, word of God, sacred utterance

Notes: This word refers to a divine utterance, a sacred saying, or a prophetic declaration. It is often used in the plural to refer to the sacred writings or the words of God. It is a diminutive form of the word 'λόγος' (logos), meaning 'word' or 'reason', implying a 'little word' or 'brief saying', but in practice, it carries significant weight, often referring to divine pronouncements.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΡΗΜΑ, ΦΩΝΗ, ΛΟΓΟΣ

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.

G4448

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-py-ROH-sen

Translations: he burned, she burned, it burned, he was set on fire, she was set on fire, it was set on fire, he inflamed, she inflamed, it inflamed, he was inflamed, she was inflamed, it was inflamed, he was tried by fire, she was tried by fire, it was tried by fire

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb ΠΥΡΌΩ (pyroo). It means to burn, to set on fire, to inflame, or to be tried by fire. It describes an action that was completed in the past by a single subject (he, she, or it). It can refer to literal burning or to being inflamed with passion or emotion, or even to being tested or purified through hardship, like metal refined by fire.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΊΩ, ΦΛΈΓΩ

G0935

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: bah-see-LEHFS

Translations: king, a king, ruler, sovereign

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

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΡΧΩΝ, ΗΓΕΜΩΝ, ΚΥΡΙΟΣ

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

G0758

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: AR-khone

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΗΓΕΜΩΝ, ΚΥΡΙΟΣ, ΒΑΣΙΛΕΥΣ

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

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.

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.

G3811

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pai-DEU-sai

Translations: to discipline, to instruct, to train, to educate, to chastise, to punish

Notes: This word refers to the process of training, educating, or disciplining someone, often with the aim of moral or intellectual improvement. It can also imply correction or punishment, especially when used in the context of divine discipline or parental correction. It signifies guiding someone towards maturity through teaching, admonition, or even corrective measures.

Inflection: Aorist Active Infinitive or Aorist Middle Imperative (2nd person singular)

Synonyms: ΔΙΔΑΣΚΩ, ΝΟΥΘΕΤΕΩ, ΚΟΛΑΖΩ

G5613

Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction, Preposition

Sounds like: OHS

Translations: as, like, when, how, about, approximately, that, so that

Notes: ΩΣ is a versatile particle in Koine Greek, primarily functioning as a conjunction or adverb. It is used to introduce comparisons ('as,' 'like'), indicate time ('when'), express manner ('how'), or denote purpose or result ('so that,' 'that'). It can also indicate approximation ('about,' 'approximately') or serve as a preposition meaning 'to' or 'towards' with certain cases.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΩΣΠΕΡ, ΚΑΘΩΣ, ΩΣΑΝΕΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is related to demonstrative pronouns and adverbs indicating manner or comparison.

G4245

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pres-by-TEH-roos

Translations: elders, old men, presbyters

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

Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΓΕΡΟΝΤΕΣ, ΠΡΕΣΒΥΤΑΙ

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

G1525

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eis-EEL-then

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΕΙΣΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ, ΕΙΣΒΑΙΝΩ, ΕΙΣΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

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

G3939

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: par-OH-kay-sen

Translations: he sojourned, he dwelt as a stranger, he lived as a foreigner

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition ΠΑΡΑ (PARA), meaning 'beside' or 'alongside', and the verb ΟΙΚΕΩ (OIKEŌ), meaning 'to dwell' or 'to inhabit'. Together, it means to dwell alongside, to live as a foreigner, or to sojourn in a place without being a permanent resident. It describes someone who is a temporary resident or a stranger in a land.

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

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΕΠΙΔΗΜΕΩ, ΞΕΝΙΖΩ

Etymology: The word ΠΑΡΟΙΚΕΩ is derived from the prefix ΠΑΡΑ (PARA), meaning 'beside' or 'alongside', and the verb ΟΙΚΕΩ (OIKEŌ), meaning 'to dwell' or 'to inhabit'.

G5458

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: KHA-mahee

Translations: on the ground, to the ground, on the earth, to the earth

Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'on the ground' or 'to the ground'. It describes the location or direction of an action, indicating something is situated or moving towards the earth's surface. It can also be used in compound words, such as 'chameleon' (χαμαιλέων), which literally means 'ground lion'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΓΗ, ΕΔΑΦΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'χαμαί' (chamai) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'ground' or 'earth'. It is related to other words referring to the ground or low places.

G2901

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ek-rah-tah-ee-OH-sen

Translations: he strengthened, he made strong, he prevailed, he became mighty

Notes: This word is a verb in the past tense, indicating an action that was completed. It means to strengthen, to make strong, or to become mighty. It can describe someone or something gaining power or becoming more firm and resolute. It is often used to describe God strengthening individuals or nations, or a person strengthening another.

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

Synonyms: ΔΥΝΑΜΟΩ, ΕΝΙΣΧΥΩ, ΙΣΧΥΩ

G3344

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: meh-teh-STREP-sen

Translations: turned, changed, transformed, perverted, overturned

Notes: This word is a compound verb meaning 'to turn around, to change, or to transform'. It can also mean 'to pervert' or 'to overturn' in a negative sense. It describes an action where something is altered from its original state or direction. For example, it can be used to describe turning something into something else, or changing one's mind.

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

Synonyms: ΣΤΡΕΦΩ, ΜΕΤΑΒΑΛΛΩ, ΑΛΛΑΣΣΩ

Etymology: The word ΜΕΤΑΣΤΡΕΦΩ is a compound of the preposition ΜΕΤΑ (meta), meaning 'with, among, after, change', and the verb ΣΤΡΕΦΩ (strephō), meaning 'to turn'.

G3404

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: mee-SEE-sai

Translations: to hate

Notes: This word is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'miseō', meaning 'to hate'. It describes the action of having a strong dislike or aversion towards someone or something. As an infinitive, it functions like the English 'to hate', often used to express purpose or as the subject or object of another verb.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΣΤΥΓΕΩ, ΕΧΘΡΑΙΝΩ

Etymology: The word μισέω (miseō) is of uncertain origin, possibly related to a root meaning 'to be angry' or 'to be hostile'.

G1388

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: doh-lee-OOS-thai

Translations: to deal deceitfully, to act treacherously, to be deceitful, to use deceit

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to act with deceit, treachery, or cunning. It describes the act of employing trickery or guile against someone. It is often used in contexts where someone is being dishonest or treacherous in their dealings.

Inflection: Present, Infinitive, Middle or Passive Voice

Synonyms: ΑΠΑΤΑΩ, ΠΛΑΝΑΩ, ΥΠΟΚΡΙΝΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word ΔΟΛΙΟΩ (dolioō) is derived from the noun ΔΟΛΟΣ (dolos), meaning 'deceit' or 'guile'.

G5087

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EH-theh-toh

Translations: he placed, she placed, it placed, he put, she put, it put, he laid, she laid, it laid, he made, she made, it made, he appointed, she appointed, it appointed

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist indicative form of the verb 'τίθημι' (tithemi), meaning 'to place,' 'to put,' 'to lay,' 'to make,' or 'to appoint.' It describes an action that occurred in the past, completed at a specific point in time. It can be used in sentences like 'He placed the book on the table' or 'She appointed him as leader.' The middle/passive voice suggests the subject either performed the action for themselves or had the action done to them.

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

Synonyms: ἘΒΑΛΕΝ, ἘΠΟΙΗΣΕΝ, ἘΘΗΚΕΝ

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

G4592

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: say-may-OHN

Translations: of signs, of marks, of tokens, of wonders, of miracles

Notes: This word refers to a sign, mark, or token, often indicating something else or serving as a distinguishing feature. In a broader sense, it can also denote a wonder or miracle, especially one that serves as proof or evidence of divine power or a significant event. It is used to refer to things that point to or signify something else.

Inflection: Genitive, Plural, Neuter

Synonyms: ΤΕΡΑΣ, ΔΥΝΑΜΙΣ, ΕΡΓΟΝ

Etymology: From an uncertain root, possibly related to σῆμα (sēma), meaning 'sign' or 'mark'.

G5059

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: teh-RAH-tohn

Translations: of wonders, of signs, of omens

Notes: This word refers to a wonder, sign, or omen, often one that is extraordinary or miraculous and serves to point to something significant, especially a divine act or a future event. It is frequently used in conjunction with 'signs' (σημεῖα) to describe miraculous displays of power.

Inflection: Genitive, Plural, Neuter

Synonyms: ΣΗΜΕΙΟΝ, ΘΑΥΜΑ

Etymology: The etymology of ΤΕΡΑΣ is uncertain, but it is thought to be related to the idea of 'looking at' or 'observing' something remarkable.

G3863

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-reh-pi-KRAH-nan

Translations: they provoked to bitterness, they embittered, they rebelled, they made bitter

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition παρά (para, meaning 'beside, by, beyond') and the verb πικραίνω (pikrainō, meaning 'to make bitter'). It describes the action of causing someone to become bitter, angry, or rebellious, often through repeated or intense provocation. It implies a deep-seated resentment or opposition that has been brought about by external actions. It is used to describe a past action completed in a specific moment.

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

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΟΞΥΝΩ, ΕΡΕΘΙΖΩ

G0615

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-pek-TEI-nen

Translations: he killed, she killed, it killed, he slew, she slew, it slew

Notes: This word is the third person singular, aorist active indicative form of the verb ἀποκτείνω (apokteinō), meaning 'to kill' or 'to slay'. It describes a completed action of killing or slaying, typically referring to a single instance in the past. It is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb κτείνω (kteinō), meaning 'to kill'.

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

Synonyms: ΑΝΑΙΡΕΩ, ΦΟΝΕΥΩ

G5009

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: tah-MEH-oyce

Translations: storeroom, a storeroom, treasury, a treasury, inner room, an inner room, chamber, a chamber, (in) storerooms, (in) treasuries, (in) inner rooms, (in) chambers

Notes: This word refers to a storeroom, a treasury, or an inner chamber, often a private or secret room. It is typically used to denote a place where valuables are kept or where one might go for privacy, such as for prayer. In the provided examples, it is used in the dative plural, indicating 'in storerooms' or 'in treasuries'.

Inflection: Plural, Dative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΘΗΣΑΥΡΟΣ, ΚΟΙΤΩΝ

G2954

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: koo-no-MY-ah

Translations: dog-fly, a dog-fly, gadfly, a gadfly, gnat, a gnat

Notes: This is a compound word, literally meaning 'dog-fly'. It refers to a type of biting insect, often translated as a gadfly or a gnat, known for its persistent and annoying nature. It is used to describe a plague of such insects.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Etymology: The word ΚΥΝΟΜΥΙΑ (kynomyia) is a compound of two Greek words: ΚΥΩΝ (kyōn), meaning 'dog', and ΜΥΙΑ (myia), meaning 'fly'. It literally translates to 'dog-fly', referring to a type of biting insect.

G2618

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: kah-tah-FLEH-gon

Translations: burning down, consuming by fire, burning, consuming

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition 'κατά' (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and the verb 'φλέγω' (phlegō), meaning 'to burn'. Together, it means 'to burn down' or 'to consume completely by fire'. It describes an action of intense burning that leads to destruction or complete consumption. It can be used to describe fire destroying something or a strong, consuming passion.

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

Synonyms: ΕΚΦΛΕΓΩ, ΚΑΤΑΚΑΙΩ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the preposition ΚΑΤΑ (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and the verb ΦΛΕΓΩ (phlegō), meaning 'to burn'. The prefix intensifies the action of burning, indicating complete consumption.

G3586

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KSEE-lon

Translations: wood, a wood, tree, a tree, timber, a timber, staff, a staff, club, a club, cross, a cross

Notes: This word refers to wood in various forms. It can mean a living tree, cut timber, a piece of wood used as a staff or club, or even a structure made of wood, such as a cross or gallows. Its meaning is determined by the context in which it is used.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΔΕΝΔΡΟΝ, ΔΟΚΟΣ, ΣΤΑΥΡΟΣ

Etymology: From an unknown root, possibly related to the idea of cutting or hewing.

G0979

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: BROO-khos

Translations: locust, a locust, beetle, a beetle

Notes: This word refers to a type of locust or beetle, often specifically one that is destructive to crops. It is used to describe an insect that devours vegetation, similar to a grasshopper or a specific kind of beetle. In the provided context, it is used metaphorically or literally to describe something that consumes or destroys.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΚΡΙΣ, ΕΡΥΣΙΒΗ

Etymology: The origin of this word is uncertain, but it is thought to be onomatopoeic, imitating the sound of gnawing or crunching.

G0706

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-rith-MOS

Translations: number, a number

Notes: This word refers to a quantity, a count, or a total. It is used to denote how many of something there are, or a specific numerical value. For example, it can refer to the number of people, the number of days, or a specific number like 'sixty'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΠΛΗΘΟΣ, ΠΟΣΟΝ

Etymology: From the Proto-Indo-European root *h₂ri-dʰh₁-mo-, related to counting or fitting. It is connected to the verb ἀρέσκω (areskō), meaning 'to please' or 'to fit'.

G2590

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: kar-PON

Translations: fruit, a fruit, produce, crop, result, profit

Notes: This word refers to the fruit or produce of plants, trees, or the earth. It can also be used metaphorically to describe the result, outcome, or profit of actions or endeavors. In the provided examples, it refers to the literal fruit of plants.

Inflection: Singular, Masculine, Accusative

Synonyms: ΓΕΝΝΗΜΑ, ΕΚΒΑΣΙΣ, ΑΠΟΒΑΣΙΣ

Etymology: The word ΚΑΡΠΟΣ (karpos) is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek or related to a root meaning 'to pluck' or 'to gather'.

G1093

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: GAYS

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΧΩΡΑ, ΑΓΡΟΣ

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

G4416

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: PRO-toh-TOH-kon

Translations: firstborn, a firstborn

Notes: This word is a compound adjective and noun, meaning 'firstborn'. It is formed from 'πρῶτος' (first) and 'τίκτω' (to beget, to bear). It refers to the first child born, especially the first son, or the first of anything. It can be used to describe someone or something that holds a preeminent position or is the initial creation.

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

Etymology: The word is a compound of the Koine Greek words 'πρῶτος' (prōtos), meaning 'first', and 'τίκτω' (tiktō), meaning 'to beget' or 'to bear'. It literally means 'first-begotten' or 'first-born'.

G0001

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-par-KHEEN

Translations: firstfruit, a firstfruit, first-fruits, an offering of first-fruits

Notes: This word refers to the first portion of a harvest or produce that is offered to God or a deity as a religious duty. It signifies the initial offering, often considered the best part, and can also refer to the first in a series or the beginning of something. It is a compound word formed from 'ἀπό' (apo, 'from') and 'ἀρχή' (arche, 'beginning').

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΡΩΤΟΓΕΝΝΗΜΑ, ΠΡΩΤΟΛΕΙΑ

Etymology: The word ἀπαρχή (aparchē) is a compound of ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and ἀρχή (archē), meaning 'beginning' or 'first'. It literally means 'from the beginning' or 'first offering'.

G0694

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ar-GYOO-ree-oh

Translations: (to) silver, (with) silver, (by) silver, (for) silver, (to) money, (with) money, (by) money, (for) money, a silver, a money

Notes: This word refers to silver, either as the metal itself or, more commonly, as currency or money made of silver. It is used to indicate the means by which something is done or the recipient of an action, often translated with prepositions like 'with', 'by', 'to', or 'for'.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΑΡΓΥΡΟΣ, ΚΕΡΜΑ

Etymology: The word ἈΡΓΥΡΙΟΝ (argyrios) is derived from the adjective ἀργύρεος (argyrios), meaning 'of silver', which in turn comes from ἄργυρος (argyros), meaning 'silver'.

G0004

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ahee-GYOOP-tos

Translations: Egypt

Notes: This word refers to the country of Egypt, an ancient civilization located in northeastern Africa. It is frequently mentioned in the Bible, particularly in the Old Testament, as a place of refuge, bondage, and a powerful nation that interacted significantly with Israel.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Etymology: The word 'Αἴγυπτος' is of uncertain origin, but it is believed to be derived from the Egyptian name 'Hwt-ka-Ptah' (meaning 'Mansion of the Soul of Ptah'), which was the name of the city of Memphis. This name was later applied by the Greeks to the entire country.

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.

G1636

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-peh-PEH-sen

Translations: fell upon, fell on, fell, rushed upon

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἐπί (epi, meaning 'upon' or 'on') and the verb πίπτω (piptō, meaning 'to fall'). It describes the action of falling or rushing upon something or someone, often with a sense of suddenness or intensity. It can be used literally, as in someone falling onto another, or metaphorically, as in fear or a dream falling upon someone.

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΠΙΠΤΩ, ΠΡΟΣΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

G5401

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: FOH-bos

Translations: fear, a fear, terror, dread, reverence, respect

Notes: This word refers to the emotion of fear, dread, or terror. It can also denote reverence or respect, especially in a religious context, such as the 'fear of God'. It is a masculine noun and can be used in various grammatical cases depending on its role in a sentence.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΔΕΟΣ, ΤΡΟΜΟΣ, ΕΥΛΑΒΕΙΑ

Etymology: From the Proto-Indo-European root *bhegʷ- meaning 'to flee, to run away'. In Greek, it evolved to refer to the emotion that causes one to flee or be afraid.

G1909

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: ep

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect (preposition)

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ὙΠΕΡ, ΠΑΡΑ

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

G1287

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-eh-peh-TAH-sen

Translations: spread out, stretched out, extended

Notes: This word is a compound verb, formed from the preposition διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'apart', and the verb πετάννυμι (petannymi), meaning 'to spread' or 'to unfold'. Together, it means to spread out, stretch out, or extend something completely. It is often used to describe the action of spreading out nets, hands, or tents.

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

Synonyms: ΕΚΤΕΙΝΩ, ΑΝΑΠΕΤΑΝΝΥΜΙ

Etymology: The verb διαπετάννυμι is formed from the prefix διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'apart', and the verb πετάννυμι (petannymi), meaning 'to spread out'.

G4637

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ske-PAYN

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΚΕΠΑΣΜΑ, ΣΚΕΠΑΣΤΡΟΝ, ΚΑΤΑΦΥΓΗ

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

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: or-too-GOH-may-trah

Translations: quail, a quail, mother quail

Notes: This is a compound word formed from 'ὄρτυξ' (ortyx), meaning 'quail', and 'μήτηρ' (meter), meaning 'mother'. It refers to a quail, often specifically a mother quail or a large number of quails, particularly in the context of a flock or a large influx. It is used to describe the birds themselves, often in a collective sense.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΟΡΤΥΞ

Etymology: This word is a compound of two Ancient Greek words: ὄρτυξ (ortyx), meaning 'quail', and μήτηρ (meter), meaning 'mother'. It literally translates to 'mother quail'.

G1284

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-er-RAYK-sen

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΡΗΓΝΥΜΙ, ΣΧΙΖΩ

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

G4198

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-por-YOO-thay-san

Translations: they went, they departed, they traveled, they walked

Notes: This is a verb meaning 'to go', 'to depart', 'to travel', or 'to walk'. It describes the act of moving from one place to another. The form 'ἘΠΟΡΕΥΘΗΣΑΝ' indicates that the action was completed in the past by a group of people (third person plural). It is often used to describe a journey or a movement towards a destination.

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

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΒΑΙΝΩ, ΑΠΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word πορεύομαι (poreuomai) comes from the Greek word πόρος (poros), meaning 'a way' or 'a passage'. It signifies movement along a path or route.

G0492

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-NOO-droys

Translations: to waterless, to dry, to without water, waterless, dry, without water

Notes: This is an adjective meaning 'without water' or 'dry'. It is a compound word formed from the prefix 'ἀν-' (an-), meaning 'not' or 'without', and 'ὕδωρ' (hydor), meaning 'water'. It describes places or things that lack water, such as deserts or dry wells. It can be used to describe land, springs, or even clouds that fail to bring rain.

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

Synonyms: ΞΗΡΟΣ, ΕΡΗΜΟΣ

Etymology: The word is derived from the privative alpha (ἀν-), meaning 'not' or 'without', combined with the noun ὕδωρ (hydor), meaning 'water'. It describes the absence of water.

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.

G2167

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: yoo-fro-SOO-nay

Translations: joy, gladness, mirth, a joy, a gladness, a mirth

Notes: This word refers to a state of joy, gladness, or mirth. It describes a feeling of happiness and delight, often associated with celebration or good news. It can be used to describe the general atmosphere of joy or a specific instance of it.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΧΑΡΑ, ΑΓΑΛΛΙΑΣΙΣ

Etymology: This word comes from the Greek verb εὐφραίνω (euphrainō), meaning 'to gladden' or 'to make merry'. It is related to the concept of 'well-being' or 'good cheer'.

G5561

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KHO-ras

Translations: of a country, of a region, of a land, of a place, of the country, of the region, of the land, of the place, countries, regions, lands, places

Notes: This word refers to a country, region, land, or place. It is often used to denote a specific geographical area or territory. In its genitive singular form, it indicates possession or origin, such as 'of a country' or 'from a region'. It can also function as the nominative or accusative plural, meaning 'countries' or 'regions'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine; or Plural, Nominative or Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΤΟΠΟΣ, ΓΗ

G3449

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: POH-noos

Translations: toil, labor, pain, suffering, distress, toils, labors, pains, sufferings, distresses

Notes: This word refers to physical or mental exertion, often implying hardship, fatigue, or suffering. It can describe the effort involved in work or the pain experienced as a result of it. It is used in sentences to denote the difficulties or afflictions one might endure.

Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΚΟΠΟΣ, ΟΔΥΝΗ, ΘΛΙΨΙΣ

Etymology: The word πόνος (ponos) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *pen- meaning 'to toil, to work'. It is related to the Latin poena ('punishment, penalty') and English 'pain'.

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

G0302

Part of Speech: Particle

Sounds like: AHN

Translations: if, ever, might, would, should

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

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

G3551

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: NOH-mon

Translations: law, a law, rule, principle

Notes: The word refers to a law, rule, or principle. In the context of the Bible, it often refers to the Mosaic Law or the Law of God, but it can also refer to a general principle or custom. It is used to denote a standard of conduct or a governing regulation.

Inflection: Singular, Masculine, Accusative

Synonyms: ΚΑΝΩΝ, ΔΙΚΑΙΩΜΑ, ΕΝΤΟΛΗ

Etymology: From a root meaning "to parcel out, distribute." It originally referred to anything assigned or apportioned, and later came to mean a custom, usage, or law.

G1567