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Parable 8, Chapter 1
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G1166
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: eh-DEIK-seh
Translations: showed, pointed out, made known, revealed
Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to show', 'to point out', 'to make known', or 'to reveal'. It is used to describe an action that was completed in the past, indicating that someone or something displayed or presented something to another. For example, 'He showed them the way' or 'God revealed His will'.
Inflection: Aorist, Active, Indicative, 3rd Person, Singular
Synonyms: ΦΑΝΕΡΟΩ, ΑΠΟΚΑΛΥΠΤΩ
G1473
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: MOY
Translations: (to) me, (for) me
Notes: ΜΟΙ is the dative form of the first-person singular pronoun 'I'. It is used to indicate the indirect object of a verb, showing to whom or for whom an action is performed. It can also express possession or benefit.
Inflection: Singular, Dative, First Person
Synonyms: ΕΜΟΙ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is a very ancient word, found across many Indo-European languages.
G2478
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ee-TEH-an
Translations: willow, a willow, willow tree, a willow tree
Notes: This word refers to a willow tree. It is used in a general sense to denote the tree itself, often highlighting its characteristic branches or shade. In the provided context, it describes a large willow tree providing shelter.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
G3173
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: meh-GAH-len
Translations: great, large, mighty, a great, a large, a mighty
Notes: This word describes something as being great in size, importance, or intensity. It is used to qualify nouns, indicating that the noun possesses the quality of greatness. For example, it can refer to a large city, a significant event, or a powerful emotion.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΠΟΛΥΣ, ΙΣΧΥΡΟΣ
G4626
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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle
Sounds like: skeh-PAH-zoh-san
Translations: covering, sheltering, protecting, a covering one, a sheltering one, a protecting one
Notes: This word is a present active participle, meaning 'covering' or 'sheltering'. It describes an ongoing action of providing cover or protection. As a participle, it functions like an adjective, modifying a noun, or can act as a noun itself, referring to 'the one who covers' or 'the one who shelters'. In this form, it is feminine, singular, and in the accusative case, indicating it is the direct object or the object of a preposition.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine, Present Active Participle
Synonyms: ΚΑΛΥΠΤΩ, ΠΕΡΙΒΑΛΛΩ
Etymology: The word ΣΚΕΠΑΖΩ derives from the noun σκέπη (skepē), meaning 'covering' or 'shelter'. It refers to the act of providing such a covering or protection.
G3979
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: peh-DEE-ah
Translations: plains, fields, a plain, a field
Notes: This word refers to a flat, open area of land, such as a plain or a field. It is often used in the plural to denote multiple fields or a general expanse of flat land. It can be used to describe agricultural land or open terrain.
Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Accusative, or Vocative, Neuter
Synonyms: ΑΓΡΟΣ, ΧΩΡΑ
Etymology: From Ancient Greek πεδίον (pedíon), neuter of πεδίος (pedíos, “flat, level”), from πέδον (pédon, “ground, soil”).
G2532
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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.
G3735
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: O-RE
Translations: mountains, hills
Notes: This word refers to elevated landforms, such as mountains or hills. It is typically used in the plural to denote multiple such geographical features.
Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Accusative or Vocative, Neuter
G5259
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Part of Speech: Preposition
Sounds like: hoo-POH
Translations: under, by, from, with, subject to, at the hand of
Notes: This word is a common preposition in Koine Greek. Its meaning varies depending on the grammatical case of the noun it governs. When used with the genitive case, it typically indicates the agent or cause ('by', 'from'). With the dative case, it denotes a static position 'under' something. When used with the accusative case, it signifies motion 'under' or 'into subjection to'.
Inflection: Does not inflect, but governs the Genitive, Dative, and Accusative cases.
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'under'. It is cognate with English 'up' and 'over', showing a shared root related to position.
G3588
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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.
G4637
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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.'
G3588
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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.
G2478
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ee-teh-AS
Translations: of a willow, of willows, willows, a willow
Notes: This word refers to a willow tree or a willow branch. It is a feminine noun. In the provided examples, it appears in both the genitive singular (meaning 'of a willow') and the nominative/accusative plural (meaning 'willows'). Willow trees are known for their flexible branches and often grow near water.
Inflection: Feminine, Genitive Singular or Nominative/Accusative/Vocative Plural
Etymology: From an unknown root, possibly pre-Greek.
G3956
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: PAN-tes
Translations: all, every, whole
Notes: This word means 'all' or 'every'. It is used to indicate the totality or completeness of a group or quantity, often referring to 'all' members of a set or 'every' single item. It can also mean 'whole' when referring to a single entity.
Inflection: Nominative, Masculine, Plural
Synonyms: HOLOS
G2064
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: eh-LAY-loo-tha-sin
Translations: they have come, they came, they are come
Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'to come' or 'to go'. It is in the perfect tense, indicating an action that was completed in the past but has ongoing results or a continuing state in the present. It describes a group of people who have arrived or come to a certain place or state.
Inflection: Perfect, Indicative, Active, 3rd Person Plural
Synonyms: ΗΚΩ, ΠΑΡΑΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ, ΑΦΙΚΝΕΟΜΑΙ
G3588
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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.
G2564
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Part of Speech: Participle, Adjective
Sounds like: keh-KLEE-meh-noy
Translations: called, invited, summoned, those who are called, the called ones
Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle, meaning 'having been called' or 'those who have been called'. It describes a state resulting from a past action of being called or invited. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun, or substantively, referring to a group of people who have been called.
Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Masculine, Perfect, Passive, Participle
Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΚΕΚΛΗΜΕΝΟΙ, ΕΠΙΚΕΚΛΗΜΕΝΟΙ
Etymology: The word ΚΑΛΕΩ comes from Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'to call' or 'to shout'.
G1722
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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.
G3686
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: O-NO-ma-tee
Translations: (to) name, (to) a name, (to) reputation, (to) authority
Notes: This word is the dative singular form of the noun 'ὈΝΟΜΑ' (onoma), meaning 'name'. It is used to indicate the indirect object of an action, often translated with 'to' or 'for' in English, or simply by the context. It can refer to a person's name, their reputation, or their authority.
Inflection: Singular, Dative, Neuter
Synonyms: ΚΛΕΟΣ, ΦΗΜΗ
G2962
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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.
G2476
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ICE-tay-kee
Translations: stood, had stood, was standing
Notes: This word is the perfect active indicative, third person singular form of the verb ἵστημι (histēmi), meaning 'to stand' or 'to cause to stand'. In Koine Greek, the perfect tense of ἵστημι often carries the meaning of a state resulting from a past action, thus it can be translated as 'stood' (perfect) or 'was standing' (imperfective aspect). It describes a state of being in a standing position or having taken a stand.
Inflection: Perfect, Active, Indicative, 3rd Person Singular
Synonyms: ΕΠΙΣΤΑΜΑΙ, ΜΕΝΩ, ΚΑΘΙΣΤΗΜΙ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'to stand'.
G1161
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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.
G0032
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ANG-geh-los
Translations: angel, a angel, messenger, a messenger
Notes: This word refers to a messenger, envoy, or one who is sent to deliver a message. In a religious context, it commonly refers to a divine messenger or an angel. It is a masculine noun and is frequently used in the New Testament to describe both human and divine agents.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΚΗΡΥΞ, ΔΙΑΚΟΝΟΣ
Etymology: From an assumed primary verb meaning 'to bring tidings'. It is related to the idea of sending or conveying a message.
G1741
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: en-DOX-os
Translations: glorious, honorable, a glorious, an honorable, splendid, notable
Notes: This word describes something or someone as glorious, honorable, or splendid. It is used to express high esteem, renown, or magnificence. It can refer to a person, an event, or a quality, indicating that it is worthy of praise or admiration.
Inflection: Nominative, Singular, Masculine
Synonyms: ΕΥΚΛΕΗΣ, ΕΝΤΙΜΟΣ, ΛΑΜΠΡΟΣ
Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἐν (en, "in") and δόξα (dóxa, "glory"). It literally means "in glory" or "full of glory."
G3029
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Part of Speech: Adverb
Sounds like: LEE-ahn
Translations: very, exceedingly, greatly, much, extremely
Notes: This word is an adverb that means 'very' or 'exceedingly'. It is used to intensify the meaning of an adjective, another adverb, or a verb, indicating a high degree or extent of something. For example, it can be used to say 'very good' or 'greatly rejoice'.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΣΦΟΔΡΑ, ΠΟΛΥ, ΜΑΛΑ
Etymology: The origin of this word is uncertain, but it is thought to be related to the idea of 'smoothness' or 'plainness', which then developed into the meaning of 'very' or 'exceedingly'.
G5308
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: hoop-SEE-loss
Translations: high, lofty, exalted, a high one, a lofty one
Notes: This word describes something that is high in position, stature, or rank. It can refer to physical height, such as a high mountain or a high wall, or to a metaphorical height, such as a high status or an exalted position. It is often used to describe God or divine attributes, indicating His supreme authority and majesty. As an adjective, it modifies nouns and agrees with them in gender, number, and case.
Inflection: All genders, All numbers, All cases
Synonyms: ΑΝΩ, ΜΕΓΑΣ, ΥΠΕΡΕΧΩΝ
Etymology: From the Greek word ὕψος (hypsos), meaning 'height' or 'summit'. It is related to the concept of being elevated or lifted up.
G3844
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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'.
G1192
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: DREH-pah-non
Translations: sickle, a sickle
Notes: This word refers to a sickle, a curved blade tool used for cutting grain or grass. It is typically used in the context of harvesting crops. In ancient times, it was an essential agricultural implement.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΘΕΡΙΣΤΡΟΝ
Etymology: The word ΔΡΕΠΑΝΟΝ (drepanon) is derived from the verb δρέπω (drepō), meaning 'to pluck, to cut, to reap'. It refers to a tool used for these actions.
G2192
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Part of Speech: Participle
Sounds like: EKH-ohn
Translations: having, holding, possessing, being in possession of
Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'ἔχω' (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. As a participle, it functions like a verbal adjective, describing someone or something that is in the act of having or holding something. It can be translated as 'having' or 'one who has', and often introduces a clause explaining what someone possesses or is doing.
Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Masculine, Singular, Nominative
Synonyms: ΚΕΚΤΗΜΕΝΟΣ, ΚΑΤΕΧΩΝ
Etymology: The verb ἔχω (echō) comes from Proto-Indo-European *seǵʰ- ('to hold, to have'). It is a common verb in ancient Greek, with a wide range of meanings related to possession, state, and action.
G3173
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: MEH-gah
Translations: great, large, mighty, important, a great, a large
Notes: This word describes something as great, large, or mighty in size, extent, or importance. It can refer to physical size, but also to significance, power, or intensity. It is often used to emphasize the magnitude of something, such as a great storm, a great fear, or a great city. This particular form, ΜΕΓΑ, is the neuter nominative or accusative singular form of the adjective.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΠΟΛΥΣ, ΙΣΧΥΡΟΣ, ΜΕΓΑΛΟΣ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *meǵh₂- (great). It is related to Latin magnus and English much.
G2875
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: EH-kop-teh
Translations: he was cutting, he cut, he was striking, he struck, he was beating, he beat
Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to cut', 'to strike', or 'to beat'. It is in the imperfect tense, indicating an ongoing or repeated action in the past. It describes someone performing the action of cutting or striking.
Inflection: Singular, 3rd Person, Imperfect, Active, Indicative
Synonyms: ΤΥΠΤΩ, ΠΛΗΓΩ
G2814
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: KLAH-doss
Translations: branches, boughs
Notes: This word refers to the branches or boughs of a tree or plant. It is used to describe the parts that extend from the main trunk or stem. In a sentence, it would typically be used to refer to multiple branches, often in the context of cutting, carrying, or observing them.
Inflection: Accusative, Plural, Masculine
Etymology: From an uncertain root, possibly related to words meaning 'to break' or 'to sprout'.
G0575
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Part of Speech: Preposition
Sounds like: AH-po
Translations: from, away from, out of, off, (of), by, since, after
Notes: ἈΠΟ is a common Koine Greek preposition that primarily indicates separation, origin, or source. It is always used with the genitive case. It can mean 'from' or 'away from' a place or person, indicating movement away. It can also denote the cause or agent ('by'), or a temporal starting point ('since', 'after').
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ἘΚ, ΠΑΡΑ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is cognate with English 'off' and 'of'.
G1929
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: eh-peh-DIH-doo
Translations: was giving over, was delivering, was handing over, was offering, was entrusting
Notes: This word is the imperfect active indicative form of the verb 'epididomi'. It describes an action that was ongoing or repeated in the past, meaning 'to give over', 'to deliver', 'to hand over', 'to offer', or 'to entrust'. It can be used in contexts where something is being passed from one person to another, or when an offering is being made.
Inflection: Third Person, Singular, Imperfect, Active, Indicative
Synonyms: ΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΠΑΡΑΔΙΔΩΜΙ
G3588
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Part of Speech: Definite Article
Sounds like: TOH
Translations: to the, for the, by the, with the, in the
Notes: ΤΩ is the dative singular form of the definite article 'the'. It indicates the indirect object of a verb or the means/instrument by which an action is performed. It can also be used to indicate location or association, often translated with prepositions like 'to', 'for', 'by', 'with', or 'in'.
Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Neuter
G2992
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: lah-OH
Translations: people, a people, nation, a nation
Notes: This word refers to a people, a nation, or a multitude of individuals, often used in the context of a specific group or community, such as the people of Israel or the people of God. It can be used to describe a general populace or a distinct ethnic or national group.
Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΕΘΝΟΣ, ΟΧΛΟΣ
Etymology: From an unknown root, possibly related to λᾶς (lās, "stone"), referring to people as "stones" or "foundations." It is also suggested to be from Proto-Indo-European *leh₂w- ("people, army").
G4629
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Part of Speech: Participle
Sounds like: skeh-PAH-zoh-meh-noh
Translations: (to) being covered, (to) being sheltered, (to) being protected
Notes: This word is a present passive participle, meaning 'being covered' or 'being sheltered'. It describes someone or something that is currently in the process of being covered, sheltered, or protected by an external agent. As a dative participle, it indicates the recipient or beneficiary of the action, often translated with 'to' or 'for'.
Inflection: Present, Passive, Participle, Dative, Singular, Masculine or Neuter
Synonyms: ΚΑΛΥΠΤΩ, ΠΕΡΙΒΑΛΛΩ
Etymology: The word ΣΚΕΠΑΖΩ comes from the noun σκέπη (skepē), meaning 'covering' or 'shelter'.
G3398
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: mee-KRAH
Translations: small, little, a small one, a little one
Notes: This word describes something as small in size, quantity, or importance. It can refer to physical smallness, a short duration of time, or a lesser degree of something. It is often used to contrast with things that are large or great.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΟΛΙΓΟΣ, ΒΡΑΧΥΣ
G4464
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: rahb-DEE-ah
Translations: rods, staffs, branches, twigs
Notes: This word refers to small rods, staffs, or branches, often used for support, discipline, or as a symbol of authority. It is the plural form of 'rabdion', which is a diminutive of 'rabdos' (rod/staff). In the provided context, it appears to refer to branches or twigs cut from a tree.
Inflection: Plural, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΞΥΛΑ, ΚΛΑΔΟΙ
G0846
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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
G5616
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Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction
Sounds like: OH-say
Translations: as if, as, like, about, approximately, some, nearly
Notes: ΩΣΕΙ is an adverb or conjunction used to indicate comparison, approximation, or similarity. It can mean "as if," "like," "about," or "approximately." It is often used to describe a quantity or duration that is not exact, or to introduce a hypothetical situation.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΩΣ, ΚΑΘΩΣ, ΠΕΡΙΠΟΥ
Etymology: From the Greek word ὡς (hōs), meaning "as" or "like," combined with the particle εἰ (ei), meaning "if."
G4083
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: pee-KHOO-ah-yah
Translations: a cubit long, a cubit in length
Notes: This word describes something that is the length of a cubit, which was an ancient unit of measurement typically based on the length of the forearm from the elbow to the tip of the middle finger. It is used to indicate the dimension or height of an object.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Vocative or Accusative, Feminine
Etymology: From ΠΗΧΥΣ (pechus), meaning 'forearm' or 'cubit'.
G3326
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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'.
G3588
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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.
G3956
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: PAN-tas
Translations: all, every, everyone, the whole
Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'all' or 'every'. It is used to indicate the totality of something or someone. In this form, it is used for masculine nouns in the accusative plural, meaning 'all (of them)' or 'everyone'. It can also be used substantively to refer to 'all people' or 'everyone'.
Inflection: Accusative, Plural, Masculine
Synonyms: ΟΛΟΣ, ΑΠΑΣ
G2983
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: lah-BANE
Translations: to take, to receive, to get, to seize, to grasp, to obtain
Notes: This word is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'λαμβάνω' (lambanō), meaning 'to take' or 'to receive'. As an infinitive, it functions like the English 'to take' or 'to receive', indicating the action itself without specifying a subject or tense, often used after other verbs or prepositions. It can refer to physically taking something, receiving a gift or information, or grasping a concept.
Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive
Synonyms: ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΟΜΙΖΩ, ΑΙΡΕΩ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *slegh- ('to seize, to take'). In Greek, it developed into 'λαμβάνω', meaning 'to take, to grasp, to receive'.
G3588
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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.
G5087
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: eh-THEE-keh
Translations: he put, he placed, he laid, he set
Notes: This is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb 'τίθημι' (tithemi). It means 'he/she/it put,' 'placed,' 'laid,' or 'set.' It describes a completed action in the past, indicating that someone or something performed the action of putting or placing.
Inflection: Aorist, Active, Indicative, 3rd Person, Singular
Synonyms: ΒΑΛΛΩ, ΚΑΤΑΤΙΘΗΜΙ, ΕΠΙΤΙΘΗΜΙ
G3588
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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'.
G1186
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: DEN-dron
Translations: tree, a tree
Notes: This word refers to a tree, a large woody plant with a trunk and branches. It is commonly used in the New Testament and other Koine Greek texts to describe literal trees, but can also be used metaphorically, for example, to represent a person or a lineage. It is a neuter noun.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter
Synonyms: ΞΥΛΟΝ, ΦΥΤΟΝ
Etymology: The word "δένδρον" (dendron) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *drew- or *deru-, meaning "tree" or "wood." It is related to words for tree in many other Indo-European languages.
G1565
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Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective
Sounds like: eh-KAY-noh
Translations: that, that one, that thing, the former
Notes: This word is a demonstrative pronoun or adjective, meaning 'that' or 'that one'. It refers to something distant in space or time, or something previously mentioned in the discourse. It functions similarly to 'this' but indicates a greater distance or a distinction from something closer or more immediate. For example, it can be used to distinguish 'that house' from 'this house'.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΟΥ̓ΤΟΣ, ΟΔΕ
Etymology: From a combination of the demonstrative particle ἐκεῖ (there) and the pronominal suffix -νος. It refers to something 'over there' or 'that one there'.
G5198
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: hoo-gee-ES
Translations: healthy, sound, whole, well, true, correct
Notes: This word describes something as being healthy, sound, or in good condition. It can refer to physical health, but also to soundness of mind, doctrine, or argument, meaning something is true, correct, or reliable. It is used to describe a state of integrity or freedom from defect.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative or Vocative, Neuter
Synonyms: ΑΛΗΘΗΣ, ΟΡΘΟΣ, ΑΚΕΡΑΙΟΣ
Etymology: The word 'ὑγιής' (hygiēs) comes from Proto-Indo-European *h₂yug- (to be healthy, strong). It is related to words meaning 'life' or 'vigor'.
G2258
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: HAYN
Translations: was, he was, she was, it was
Notes: This word is the imperfect indicative form of the verb 'to be' (εἰμί). It describes a continuous or ongoing state or action in the past. It can be translated as 'was', 'he was', 'she was', or 'it was', depending on the subject implied by the context. It is often used to set the scene or describe background information in a narrative.
Inflection: Imperfect Indicative, Active Voice, 3rd Person Singular
G3634
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Part of Speech: Adjective, Pronoun
Sounds like: OY-on
Translations: such as, of what kind, what sort of, as, like, a such thing, a what sort of thing
Notes: ΟΙΟΝ is the neuter singular form of the adjective/pronoun ΟΙΟΣ. It is used to introduce a comparison, meaning 'such as' or 'as', or to ask about the quality or nature of something, meaning 'of what kind' or 'what sort of'. It can also function as a demonstrative, referring to something of a specific kind.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΟΙΟΣ, ΟΙΑ, ΟΙΟΙ
Etymology: The word ΟΙΟΣ is of uncertain origin, possibly related to the demonstrative pronoun ΟΥΤΟΣ (this) or the interrogative pronoun ΤΙΣ (who, what).
G3708
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: eh-oh-RAH-kayn
Translations: had seen, had perceived, had looked at, had observed
Notes: This is a verb meaning 'to see' or 'to perceive'. The form 'ΕΩΡΑΚΕΙΝ' is the pluperfect active infinitive, indicating an action that was completed before some point in the past. It describes the state of having seen something previously.
Inflection: Pluperfect, Active, Infinitive
Synonyms: ΒΛΕΠΩ, ΘΕΩΡΕΩ, ΕΙΔΟΝ
G0846
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Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective
Sounds like: ow-TOH
Translations: it, itself, the same
Notes: This word is a versatile pronoun and adjective. As a pronoun, it typically means 'he,' 'she,' 'it,' or 'they,' depending on its gender and number. When used as an adjective, it can mean 'the same' or serve as an intensive pronoun, emphasizing the noun it modifies, such as 'himself,' 'herself,' 'itself,' or 'themselves.' Its meaning is highly dependent on its grammatical case, number, and gender within a sentence.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Etymology: This word is believed to derive from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'that, that one.' It developed into the Greek pronoun and adjective 'autos,' retaining its core sense of identity or self.
G2296
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: eh-THOW-mah-zon
Translations: they were amazed, they marveled, they wondered, they were astonished
Notes: This word describes the act of being filled with wonder, astonishment, or admiration. It is often used to express a strong emotional reaction to something extraordinary or unexpected. In a sentence, it would typically be used to describe a group of people expressing their amazement at something they saw or heard.
Inflection: Imperfect Indicative, Active, Third Person Plural
Synonyms: ΕΚΠΛΗΣΣΩ, ΕΚΣΤΑΤΙΚΟΣ
G1473
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: eh-GOH
Translations: I, me
Notes: ἘΓΩ is the first-person singular personal pronoun in Koine Greek, meaning "I" or "me." It refers to the speaker and functions primarily as the subject of a sentence. While the first-person singular verb ending often makes the pronoun redundant, ἘΓΩ is frequently used for emphasis, similar to saying "I myself" or "even I" in English. It can also be used to clarify the subject when multiple individuals are involved.
Inflection: First Person, Singular, Nominative
Etymology: This word is an ancient pronoun, tracing its origins back to Proto-Indo-European. It has cognates in many Indo-European languages, reflecting a shared linguistic heritage.
G1683
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: eh-MOW-toh
Translations: (to) myself, (for) myself
Notes: This is a first-person singular reflexive pronoun, meaning 'myself'. It is used when the subject of the verb is also the object of the action, referring back to the speaker. In this dative form, it indicates the indirect object of an action, meaning 'to myself' or 'for myself'.
Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine
G3004
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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'.
G4459
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Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction
Sounds like: POHS
Translations: how, in what way, by what means, that, in order that
Notes: ΠΩΣ is an adverb used to inquire about the manner or means by which something occurs, translating to "how" or "in what way." It can introduce direct or indirect questions. It can also function as a conjunction, meaning "that" or "in order that," especially when expressing purpose or result.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΟΠΩΣ, ΩΣ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, related to demonstrative and interrogative pronominal stems.
G5118
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: toh-SOO-tone
Translations: of so great, of so many, of such, of so much
Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'so great,' 'so many,' or 'such.' It is used to indicate a large quantity or degree of something, often emphasizing the extent. It can be used to describe both countable and uncountable nouns.
Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine, Feminine or Neuter
Synonyms: ΤΟΣΟΣ, ΤΗΛΙΚΟΥΤΟΣ
Etymology: From the Greek words ΤΟΣΟΣ (tos-os), meaning 'so much, so great,' and ΟΥΤΟΣ (houtos), meaning 'this, that.'
G2814
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: KLAH-dohn
Translations: of branches
Notes: This word refers to the branches of a tree. It is used to describe the parts that extend from the trunk or main stem of a plant. In the provided context, it consistently refers to the branches of a tree.
Inflection: Genitive, Plural, Masculine
Synonyms: ΚΛΗΜΑ, ΒΛΑΣΤΟΣ
G2875
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Part of Speech: Participle
Sounds like: keh-KOM-meh-nohn
Translations: of cut, of having been cut, of struck, of having been struck, of beaten, of having been beaten
Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle, meaning 'having been cut' or 'having been struck'. It describes something that has undergone the action of cutting or striking and is now in that state. In the provided examples, it describes branches that have been cut.
Inflection: Perfect, Passive, Participle, Genitive, Plural, Masculine, Feminine or Neuter
Synonyms: ΤΕΤΜΗΜΕΝΩΝ, ΠΕΠΛΗΓΜΕΝΩΝ
G3778
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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.
G3306
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: eh-MEH-neh
Translations: remained, abode, stayed, endured, continued
Notes: This word describes an action of staying, remaining, or continuing in a place, state, or condition. It is often used to indicate that someone or something did not leave, but rather persisted or endured. For example, it can be used to say 'he remained in the city' or 'it endured until the end'.
Inflection: Aorist, Active, Indicative, 3rd Person, Singular
Synonyms: ΥΠΟΜΕΝΩ, ΔΙΑΜΕΝΩ
G2875
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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle
Sounds like: koh-PEN-tohn
Translations: (of) having been cut, (of) having been struck, (of) having been hewn, (of) having been felled
Notes: This word is the genitive plural, aorist passive participle of the verb 'κόπτω' (koptō), meaning 'to cut', 'to strike', or 'to hew'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has already occurred and is being done to the subject. In this form, it refers to 'of those who have been cut' or 'of things that have been cut'. It is often used to describe the felling of trees or the cutting down of something.
Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Participle, Genitive, Plural, Masculine or Neuter
Synonyms: ΤΕΜΝΟΝΤΩΝ, ΚΑΤΑΚΟΠΕΝΤΩΝ
Etymology: The word 'κόπτω' (koptō) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to strike' or 'to cut'. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages with similar meanings.
G1437
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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.
G5346
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: FEE-see
Translations: he says, she says, it says
Notes: This word is an inflected form of the verb 'φημί' (phēmi), meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. It is used to report what someone or something is saying in the present tense. For example, 'he says that...' or 'it says in the book...'.
Inflection: Third person singular, Present, Indicative, Active
Synonyms: ΛΕΓΩ, ΕΡΩ
G3956
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: PAN-ta
Translations: all, every, everything, all things
Notes: This word means 'all' or 'every'. In its plural neuter form, as seen here, it often translates to 'all things' or 'everything'. It is used to indicate totality or universality, referring to a complete set or collection of items or concepts.
Inflection: Plural, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative or Vocative
Synonyms: ΟΛΟΣ, ΑΠΑΣ
G1492
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ee-DEHS
Translations: you may see, you might see, you may know, you might know, you may perceive, you might perceive
Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'to see' or 'to know'. It is used to express a potential or hypothetical action of seeing or perceiving. It often implies a condition or a future possibility, such as 'if you see' or 'that you may see'. It is a common verb used in various contexts to describe visual perception or understanding.
Inflection: Second Person, Singular, Aorist, Active, Subjunctive
Synonyms: ΒΛΈΠΗΣ, ὉΡΆΗΣ
G4771
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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.
G1213
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: day-loh-THEE-seh-tai
Translations: it will be made clear, it will be shown, it will be revealed, it will be declared
Notes: This word is a verb in the future passive voice, indicating an action that will be done to the subject. It means 'it will be made clear' or 'it will be shown'. It describes something that will become evident or manifest in the future, often implying a divine or authoritative revelation.
Inflection: Future, Passive, Indicative, 3rd Person, Singular
Synonyms: ΦΑΝΕΡΩΘΗΣΕΤΑΙ, ΓΝΩΣΘΗΣΕΤΑΙ
Etymology: The word ΔΗΛΟΩ (deloo) comes from the adjective δῆλος (delos), meaning 'visible' or 'clear'. The verb form means 'to make clear' or 'to show'.
G5101
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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.
G1510
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ES-tin
Translations: is, a is
Notes: This word is the third person singular present indicative form of the verb 'to be' (εἰμί). It means 'he is', 'she is', 'it is', or 'there is'. It is used to express existence, identity, or a state of being, often linking a subject to a predicate. It can also imply 'exists' or 'happens'.
Inflection: Third Person, Singular, Present, Indicative, Active
G1929
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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle
Sounds like: ep-ee-deh-DOH-kōs
Translations: having given over, having delivered, having surrendered, having entrusted
Notes: This word is a perfect active participle, meaning "having given over" or "having delivered." It describes an action that has been completed in the past and whose results are still relevant. It is a compound word formed from the preposition ἐπί (epi), meaning "upon" or "to," and the verb δίδωμι (didōmi), meaning "to give."
Inflection: Perfect, Active, Participle, Masculine, Nominative, Singular
Synonyms: ΠΑΡΑΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΔΙΔΩΜΙ
G3588
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Part of Speech: Definite Article
Sounds like: TAS
Translations: the
Notes: ΤΑΣ is the definite article 'the' in Koine Greek. It is used to specify a particular noun, similar to 'the' in English. This specific form is used when the noun it modifies is feminine, plural, and in the accusative case, indicating the direct object of a verb or the object of certain prepositions.
Inflection: Feminine, Plural, Accusative
G4464
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: rahb-DOOS
Translations: rods, staffs, scepters, clubs
Notes: This word refers to a rod, staff, or stick, often used for support, as a weapon, or as a symbol of authority (a scepter). It can also refer to a branch or a club. In the provided examples, it is used in the plural form, referring to multiple rods or staffs.
Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΞΥΛΟΝ, ΒΑΚΤΗΡΙΑ
G3825
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Part of Speech: Adverb
Sounds like: PAH-lin
Translations: again, back, anew, once more, on the other hand, moreover, in turn
Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'again' or 'back'. It is used to indicate a repetition of an action or a return to a previous state or place. It can also be used to introduce a contrasting idea, similar to 'on the other hand' or 'moreover'.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΑΥΘΙΣ, ΕΤΙ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *kwel- (to turn, revolve). It refers to a turning back or repetition.
G0523
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ap-AY-tei
Translations: demanded, was demanding, asked back, was asking back, required, was requiring
Notes: This word describes the act of demanding something back, requiring something, or asking for something with a sense of entitlement or necessity. It implies a strong request or a claim. It is often used in contexts where something is owed or expected.
Inflection: Imperfect Indicative, Active, Third Person Singular
Synonyms: ΑΙΤΕΩ, ΖΗΤΕΩ, ἘΚΖΗΤΕΩ
G0846
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: ow-TOOS
Translations: them, themselves, these, those
Notes: This word is the masculine accusative plural form of the pronoun 'αὐτός' (autos). It is used to refer to a group of male or mixed-gender individuals as the direct object of a verb or the object of a preposition. It can mean 'them' or, when used emphatically, 'themselves'.
Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine
G2531
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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').
G2983
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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
G3779
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Part of Speech: Adverb
Sounds like: OO-toh
Translations: thus, so, in this way, in like manner
Notes: This word is an adverb of manner, indicating how something is done or the way in which something occurs. It can also refer to the extent or degree of something. It is often used to introduce a consequence or a comparison, meaning 'in this way' or 'thus'. It is an older form of ΟΥΤΩΣ, and both forms are used interchangeably in Koine Greek.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΟΥΤΩΣ, ΩΣ
Etymology: From the demonstrative pronoun ΟΥΤΟΣ (houtos, 'this'). It indicates 'in this manner' or 'thus', referring back to something previously mentioned or implied.
G2564
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: eh-KAH-loo-n'toh
Translations: they were called, they used to be called
Notes: This is an inflected form of the verb ΚΑΛΕΩ (kaleō), meaning 'to call' or 'to name'. ἘΚΑΛΟΥΝΤΟ specifically means 'they were called' or 'they used to be called', indicating an ongoing or repeated action in the past. It is used to describe a group of people or things that were referred to by a certain name or summoned.
Inflection: Imperfect, Passive, Indicative, 3rd Person, Plural
Synonyms: ὈΝΟΜΑΖΩ, ΠΡΟΣΑΓΟΡΕΥΩ
G4314
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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.
G0846
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: ow-TON
Translations: him, it, himself, itself
Notes: This word is a third-person pronoun, typically meaning 'him' or 'it' when used as a personal pronoun. It can also be used intensively to mean 'himself' or 'itself', emphasizing the subject or object. It refers to a previously mentioned male person or a neuter object.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine or Neuter
G1519, G1520
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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).
G1538
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Part of Speech: Pronominal Adjective, Pronoun
Sounds like: EK-as-tos
Translations: each, every, every one, everyone
Notes: This word means 'each' or 'every' and refers to individual members within a group, emphasizing their distinctness. It is used to single out every single person or thing from a larger collection. For example, 'each person' or 'every house'.
Inflection: Nominative, Singular, Masculine
Etymology: From an unknown origin, possibly related to ἕκας (hekas, 'far off').
G0846
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: ow-TON
Translations: of them, their, of themselves
Notes: This word is a pronoun indicating possession or relation, specifically for a group of people or things. It is used to mean 'of them' or 'their', often referring back to a previously mentioned plural noun or pronoun.
Inflection: Plural, Genitive, All genders
G0667
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ah-peh-DIH-doo
Translations: he was giving back, he was paying back, he was rendering, he was restoring, he was returning
Notes: This word is a compound verb meaning 'to give back,' 'to pay back,' 'to render,' or 'to restore.' It describes an action of returning something, whether it's a physical object, a payment, or a service. It implies a sense of obligation or completion of a transaction. For example, it could be used to say 'he was paying the wages' or 'he was returning the item.'
Inflection: Imperfect Indicative, Active Voice, Third Person Singular
Synonyms: ἈΠΟΔΙΔΩ, ἈΠΟΔΙΔΟΜΑΙ, ἈΠΟΔΙΔΩΣΙΝ
G3584
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Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun
Sounds like: xee-RAS
Translations: dry, of dry, of dry land, of dry ground, of the dry place, of the wilderness
Notes: This word primarily means 'dry' and can be used as an adjective to describe something that is not wet. When used as a noun, it refers to 'dry land' or 'dry ground', often in contrast to water. It can also refer to a 'wilderness' or 'desert' area. In the provided context, it is used in the genitive case, indicating possession or origin, such as 'of the dry land'.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine
Synonyms: ΕΡΗΜΟΣ, ΑΝΥΔΡΟΣ
G0977
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Part of Speech: Participle
Sounds like: beh-BROH-meh-nas
Translations: eaten, consumed, devoured
Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle, meaning 'having been eaten' or 'having been consumed'. It describes something that has undergone the action of being eaten or devoured. It functions adjectivally in a sentence, modifying a noun.
Inflection: Perfect, Passive, Accusative, Plural, Feminine
Synonyms: ΚΑΤΕΣΘΙΩ, ΑΝΑΛΙΣΚΩ
Etymology: The verb βιβρώσκω (bibrosko) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *gʷerh₃- meaning 'to devour'.
G5613
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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.
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: SAY-tos
Translations: rotten, decayed, worm-eaten, a rotten, a decayed, a worm-eaten
Notes: This word describes something that is rotten, decayed, or worm-eaten. It is used to describe things that are in a state of decomposition or ruin, often implying something that is worthless or repulsive due to its decay. It can be used to describe objects, food, or even metaphorical states of decay.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΣΑΠΡΟΣ, ΔΙΑΦΘΑΡΜΕΝΟΣ
Etymology: The origin of this word is uncertain, but it is related to the concept of decay and putrefaction.
G2753
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: eh-keh-LEW-sen
Translations: commanded, ordered, bade, urged
Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to command' or 'to order'. It is used to express an instruction or directive given by someone in authority. For example, a king might command his servants to do something, or a general might order his troops.
Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, 3rd Person Singular
Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΤΑΤΤΩ, ΕΝΤΕΛΛΟΜΑΙ, ΕΠΙΤΑΤΤΩ
G3588
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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).
G5108
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: toy-OW-tas
Translations: such, such a, such as these
Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'such' or 'of such a kind'. It is used to describe something that is similar to what has been mentioned or implied, or to indicate a certain quality or characteristic. It functions like the English word 'such' and agrees in gender, number, and case with the noun it modifies.
Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΤΟΙΟΣΔΕ, ΤΟΣΟΥΤΟΣ
G1929
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ep-ee-deh-DOH-koh-tas
Translations: having given, having delivered, having handed over, having yielded, having surrendered
Notes: This word is a perfect active participle, meaning "having given" or "having delivered." It describes an action that has been completed in the past and has ongoing results. It is often used to describe someone who has handed something over or yielded something. As a participle, it functions like an adjective, modifying a noun or pronoun, and can also be used substantively (as a noun).
Inflection: Perfect, Active, Participle, Accusative, Plural, Masculine
Synonyms: ΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΠΑΡΑΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΑΠΟΔΙΔΩΜΙ
G5565
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Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb
Sounds like: KHO-rees
Translations: without, apart from, separately, by itself, besides
Notes: This word can function as a preposition, meaning 'without' or 'apart from', typically taking a genitive case. It can also function as an adverb, meaning 'separately' or 'by itself'. It is used to indicate separation, absence, or independence from something or someone.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΑΝΕΥ, ΔΙΧΑ
Etymology: From the root of χωρίζω (chōrizō), meaning 'to separate' or 'to divide'.
G2476
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ih-STAH-nes-thai
Translations: to stand, to be placed, to be appointed, to be set, to be established, to be made to stand
Notes: This word is the present middle/passive infinitive form of the verb ἵστημι (histēmi). It means 'to stand' or 'to be placed/set/appointed'. In the middle voice, it implies an action done to oneself, such as 'to stand oneself' or 'to take one's stand'. In the passive voice, it means 'to be caused to stand' or 'to be established'. It is used to describe a state of being upright or a process of being positioned or appointed.
Inflection: Present, Middle or Passive Voice, Infinitive
Synonyms: ἘΣΤΑΝΑΙ, ΚΑΘΙΣΤΑΝΑΙ
G2087
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: EH-teh-roy
Translations: others, different ones, another group
Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'other' or 'different'. It is used to refer to a distinct group or individual that is not the same as the one previously mentioned or implied. It emphasizes a qualitative difference, indicating something of a different kind or nature.
Inflection: Plural, Nominative Masculine or Feminine, or Vocative Masculine
Synonyms: ΑΛΛΟΙ, ΔΙΑΦΟΡΟΙ
G1929
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: eh-peh-DIH-doh-sahn
Translations: they were giving over, they were delivering, they were surrendering, they were entrusting
Notes: This word is an inflected form of the verb 'epididomi', which means to give over, deliver, surrender, or entrust. In this specific form, it describes an ongoing or repeated action in the past, indicating that 'they' were in the process of giving something over or delivering it. It can be used in contexts where something is handed over, yielded, or committed to someone else's care.
Inflection: Imperfect, Active, Indicative, 3rd Person, Plural
Synonyms: ΠΑΡΑΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΔΙΔΩΜΙ
G0243
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Part of Speech: Prefix
Sounds like: ALL
Translations: other, another, different, foreign
Notes: This is a prefix form of the word 'ἄλλος' (allos), meaning 'other' or 'another'. It is used to form compound words that convey the idea of something being different, foreign, or belonging to another group. For example, 'ἀλλογενῶν' means 'of other races', 'ἀλλότριοι' means 'strangers' or 'foreigners', and 'ἀλλόφυλους' means 'foreigners' or 'of another tribe'.
Inflection: Does not inflect (as a prefix)
Synonyms: ΕΤΕΡΟΣ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *alyos, meaning 'other, another'. It is related to Latin alius and English else.
G3756
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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.
G1510
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: AY-sahn
Translations: they were, were
Notes: This word is an inflected form of the verb 'to be'. It indicates an action or state that was ongoing or habitual in the past, referring to a plural subject. It functions similarly to 'were' in English, describing the state or existence of multiple entities in a past context.
Inflection: Third Person, Plural, Imperfect, Indicative, Active
G0977
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Part of Speech: Participle, Verb
Sounds like: beh-BROH-meh-nai
Translations: eaten, consumed, devoured, corroded, worn away
Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle, meaning 'having been eaten' or 'having been consumed'. It describes something that has undergone the action of being eaten or worn away, often by insects or corrosion, and is now in that state. It is used to describe things that are damaged or destroyed by being eaten.
Inflection: Plural, Feminine, Nominative or Vocative
Synonyms: ΚΑΤΕΣΘΙΩ, ΔΑΠΑΝΑΩ, ΦΘΕΙΡΩ
G3778
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Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun
Sounds like: TOO-toos
Translations: these, those
Notes: This word is the accusative plural masculine form of the demonstrative pronoun 'οὗτος' (houtos). It is used to point out or refer to specific people or things that are near in proximity or time, or that have just been mentioned. It functions like 'these' or 'those' in English, often referring to a group of males or a group of mixed gender.
Inflection: Accusative, Plural, Masculine
Synonyms: ΟΙΔΕ, ΕΚΕΙΝΟΥΣ
G2753
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: eh-keh-LEH-oo-seh
Translations: commanded, ordered, bade
Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb 'κελεύω', meaning 'to command' or 'to order'. It describes an action that was completed in the past, indicating that 'he', 'she', or 'it' gave a command or issued an order. It is typically followed by an infinitive or a clause indicating what was commanded.
Inflection: Aorist, Active, Indicative, 3rd Person Singular
Synonyms: ΕΠΙΤΑΤΤΩ, ΠΡΟΣΤΑΤΤΩ
G1929
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: eh-peh-DIH-doon
Translations: they were giving over, they were delivering, they were yielding, they were increasing, they were adding
Notes: This is a compound verb, formed from the preposition 'ἐπί' (upon, to, in addition to) and the verb 'δίδωμι' (to give). In its imperfect form, it describes an ongoing or repeated action in the past. It can mean to give over, deliver, hand over, or to yield, surrender. It can also imply an increase or addition, meaning to give more or to advance.
Inflection: Third Person, Plural, Imperfect, Active, Indicative
Synonyms: ΠΑΡΑΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΠΡΟΣΤΙΘΗΜΙ
G2650
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: hee-mee-XAY-roos
Translations: half-dry, partially dry, somewhat dry
Notes: This word is a compound adjective meaning 'half-dry' or 'partially dry'. It describes something that is not completely dry but has lost some of its moisture. It is used to qualify nouns, indicating their state of dryness.
Inflection: Accusative, Plural, Feminine
G3778
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: OO-toy
Translations: these, they
Notes: This word is a demonstrative pronoun, meaning 'these' or 'they'. It is used to point out or refer to specific people or things that are nearby or have just been mentioned. It functions similarly to 'these ones' or 'these people' in English.
Inflection: Nominative, Masculine, Plural
G2476
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: iss-TAH-non-toh
Translations: they were standing, they stood, they were placed, they were set
Notes: This word is an inflected form of the verb 'ἵστημι' (histēmi), meaning 'to stand', 'to set', or 'to place'. In this form, it describes an action that was ongoing or repeated in the past, specifically that a group of people or things were standing, being placed, or being set. It can be used to describe people taking a position or objects being arranged.
Inflection: Imperfect, Indicative, 3rd Person, Plural, Middle or Passive Voice
Synonyms: ΕΦΙΣΤΗΜΙ, ΣΤΗΚΩ, ΕΦΙΣΤΑΜΑΙ
G4978
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: SCHIS-mas
Translations: (of) divisions, (of) rents, (of) schisms, (of) splits
Notes: This word refers to a division, a split, a rent, or a tear. It can be used literally to describe a physical tear in fabric or a crack in a rock, or figuratively to denote a separation or disagreement within a group, leading to a schism or faction.
Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Neuter
Synonyms: ΔΙΑΙΡΕΣΙΣ, ΔΙΧΟΣΤΑΣΙΑ, ΔΙΑΣΠΑΣΜΟΣ
G2192
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Part of Speech: Participle
Sounds like: ekh-OO-sas
Translations: having, possessing, holding, containing
Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'ἔχω' (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action or state in relation to a noun. In this form, it refers to multiple feminine subjects that are in the act of having, possessing, or holding something.
Inflection: Feminine, Accusative, Plural, Present Active Participle
Synonyms: ΚΑΤΕΧΩ, ΚΕΚΤΗΜΑΙ
G2476
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: IS-tan-toh
Translations: they stood, they were standing, they were placed, they were set, they were appointed
Notes: This word is an inflected form of the verb ἵστημι (histēmi), meaning 'to stand' or 'to cause to stand'. In this form, it describes an action that was ongoing or repeated in the past, specifically that a group of people or things were standing, being placed, or being appointed. It can also imply a state of being set or established.
Inflection: Imperfect, Indicative, Middle or Passive Voice, 3rd Person, Plural
Synonyms: ἘΣΤΗΚΑΝ, ἘΣΤΗΚΟΝ
G5515
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: KHLO-ras
Translations: green, fresh, pale green, verdant
Notes: This word describes something as being green, fresh, or verdant, like new growth or vegetation. It can also refer to a pale green or yellowish-green color, sometimes associated with paleness in complexion. It is used to describe the state or color of a noun.
Inflection: Accusative, Plural, Feminine
Synonyms: ΠΡΑΣΙΝΟΣ, ΝΕΟΣ
Etymology: The word ΧΛΩΡΟΣ comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'yellow, green'. It is related to words in other languages referring to colors like yellow, green, or pale.
G2255
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Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun
Sounds like: HEE-mee-soo
Translations: half, a half, the half
Notes: This word refers to one of two equal parts into which something is divided. It can be used as an adjective, meaning 'half,' or as a noun, meaning 'a half' or 'the half.' It is often used to describe a portion or division of a whole.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Etymology: From an assumed compound of the prefix 'hemi-' (meaning 'half') and a root related to 'isos' (meaning 'equal'). It refers to one of two equal parts.
G3584
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: ksee-RON
Translations: dry, withered, parched, a dry thing, a dry place
Notes: This word describes something that is dry, withered, or parched. It can refer to land that lacks water, plants that have died and dried up, or even a part of the body that has become shriveled or useless, such as a withered hand. It is often used to contrast with something that is green, living, or moist.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΑΥΧΜΗΡΟΣ, ΑΝΥΔΡΟΣ
Etymology: The word ΞΗΡΟΣ (xēros) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to dry'. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages that also refer to dryness or parched conditions.
G3313
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: MEH-ross
Translations: part, a part, share, a share, portion, a portion, region, a region, side, a side
Notes: This word refers to a part, share, or portion of something. It can also denote a region or a side. It is commonly used to indicate a division or segment of a whole, or a specific area or direction.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter
Synonyms: ΜΟΙΡΑ, ΚΛΗΡΟΣ, ΤΜΗΜΑ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *smer- 'to allot, assign'. It is related to the verb μείρομαι (meiromai), meaning 'to receive one's share'.
G5515
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: KHLO-ron
Translations: green, pale, fresh, a green thing, a pale thing
Notes: This word describes something that is green in color, like plants or grass. It can also refer to something fresh, new, or even pale, depending on the context. In the provided examples, it refers to green vegetation. It is often used to describe living plants or the color associated with them.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΠΡΑΣΙΝΟΣ, ΦΥΤΕΥΤΟΣ
Etymology: The word "ΧΛΩΡΟΣ" comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'yellow, green'. It is related to words describing colors like yellow, green, or pale.
G4374
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: pros-EF-eh-ron
Translations: they were bringing, they were offering, they were presenting, they were applying
Notes: This word is the imperfect active indicative, third person plural form of the verb προσφέρω (prospherō). It describes an ongoing or repeated action in the past, meaning "they were bringing to," "they were offering," or "they were presenting." It can also mean "to apply" or "to bring against" in certain contexts.
Inflection: Imperfect, Active, Indicative, Third Person, Plural
Synonyms: ΦΕΡΩ, ΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΠΑΡΕΧΩ
G1417
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Part of Speech: Numeral
Sounds like: DEE-oh
Translations: two
Notes: This word is a cardinal numeral meaning 'two'. It is used to indicate a quantity of two of something. It is indeclinable, meaning its form does not change regardless of gender, case, or number.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is cognate with English 'two'.
G3313
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: MEH-ree
Translations: parts, regions, divisions, shares
Notes: This word refers to a part, portion, or division of something. It can also denote a region, a share, or a party/faction. In the provided examples, it is used to mean 'parts' or 'regions'.
Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter
Synonyms: ΜΟΙΡΑ, ΤΜΗΜΑ, ΚΛΗΡΟΣ
G4464
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: RAB-doo
Translations: of a rod, of a staff, of a scepter
Notes: This word refers to a rod, staff, or scepter. It is used to denote an instrument for walking, support, punishment, or as a symbol of authority or rule. In the provided examples, it is used in the sense of a staff or a rod, possibly for herding or as a weapon/tool.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine
Synonyms: ΞΥΛΟΝ, ΒΑΚΤΗΡΙΑ
G5515
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: KHLO-rah
Translations: green, pale green, fresh, verdant
Notes: This word describes something as green, fresh, or verdant, often referring to plants, grass, or foliage. It can also describe a pale, yellowish-green color, or even a pale complexion in humans, indicating sickness or fear. In the provided examples, it refers to green leaves and green plants.
Inflection: Nominative, Accusative, or Vocative, Plural, Neuter; or Nominative or Vocative, Singular, Feminine
Synonyms: ΠΡΑΣΙΝΟΣ, ΒΟΤΑΝΗ
G5154
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Part of Speech: Adjective, Numeral, Noun
Sounds like: TREE-ton
Translations: third, a third, the third part
Notes: This word refers to the ordinal number 'third' in a sequence or series. It can also function as a noun meaning 'a third part' or 'one-third' of something. It is used to indicate position, order, or a fractional amount.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
G3584
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Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun
Sounds like: xee-RAH
Translations: dry, withered, dry land, a dry land
Notes: This word can function as an adjective meaning 'dry' or 'withered'. It is often used substantively as a noun to refer to 'dry land' or 'the dry ground', in contrast to the sea or water. For example, one might speak of coming ashore onto the dry land.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΑΥΧΜΗΡΟΣ, ΑΝΥΔΡΟΣ
Etymology: The word comes from an ancient root meaning 'to dry' or 'to parch'. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages with similar meanings.
G3398
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Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun, Adverb
Sounds like: mee-KRON
Translations: small, little, a little, a small thing, a short time
Notes: This word is an adjective that describes something as small in size, quantity, or importance. It can be used to refer to physical smallness, a small amount, or something of lesser significance. In its neuter form, it can also function as a noun meaning 'a small thing' or 'a little bit', or as an adverb meaning 'a little' or 'for a short time'.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative; or Masculine or Feminine, Accusative
Synonyms: ΟΛΙΓΟΣ, ΒΡΑΧΥΣ
Etymology: The word ΜΙΚΡΟΣ comes from an ancient Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'small'. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages that convey the idea of smallness or littleness.
G3650
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: OH-las
Translations: all, whole, every
Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'all', 'whole', or 'every'. It is used to describe a complete quantity or entirety of something. For example, it could refer to 'all the people' or 'the whole city'.
Inflection: Accusative, Feminine, Plural
Synonyms: ΠΑΝΤΕΣ, ΑΠΑΣ
G1646
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: eh-LAH-khee-ston
Translations: least, a least, smallest, a smallest, very little, a very little, very small, a very small
Notes: This word is the superlative form of 'small' or 'little', meaning 'least' or 'smallest'. It is used to describe something that is the absolute minimum in size, quantity, importance, or degree. For example, it can refer to the least amount of something, the smallest person, or the least significant matter.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΜΙΚΡΟΤΑΤΟΣ, ὈΛΙΓΙΣΤΟΣ
Etymology: The word derives from the adjective ἐλαχύς (elachys), meaning 'small' or 'little', which itself comes from an older root related to 'light' or 'small'.
G3588
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Part of Speech: Definite Article
Sounds like: TONE
Translations: of the
Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the definite article 'the'. It functions to indicate possession, origin, or relationship for plural nouns, similar to 'of the' in English. It can precede nouns of any gender.
Inflection: Genitive, Plural, All Genders (Masculine, Feminine, Neuter)
G4464
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: rahb-DOHN
Translations: of rods, of staffs, of scepters
Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the noun 'ῥάβδος' (rhabdos), meaning 'rod,' 'staff,' or 'scepter.' It refers to multiple rods, staffs, or scepters, indicating possession or origin, similar to saying 'of the rods' in English. It is often used to denote an instrument of authority, discipline, or support.
Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Feminine
Synonyms: ΞΥΛΩΝ, ΒΑΚΤΗΡΙΩΝ
Etymology: The word ῥάβδος (rhabdos) is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek. It has been used since ancient times to refer to a stick or staff.
G206
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Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective
Sounds like: AH-kron
Translations: tip, end, top, summit, highest, outermost, a tip, an end
Notes: This word refers to the extreme point or edge of something, such as the tip of a staff, the end of a garment, or the top of a mountain. As an adjective, it describes something as being at the highest or outermost point. It is often used in a genitive construction to specify what the 'tip' or 'end' belongs to.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter
Synonyms: ΚΟΡΥΦΗ, ΤΕΛΟΣ, ΠΕΡΑΣ
G2192
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: EE-khon
Translations: had, were having, possessed, held
Notes: This word is the imperfect active indicative form of the verb 'ἔχω' (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. It describes an ongoing or repeated action in the past. It can be used to indicate possession, a state of being, or to describe an action that was happening over a period of time in the past. For example, 'they had' or 'they were holding'.
Inflection: Imperfect, Active, Indicative, Third Person, Plural
Synonyms: ΚΤΩΜΑΙ, ΚΕΚΤΗΜΑΙ, ΕΠΙΛΑΜΒΑΝΟΜΑΙ
G0846
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: ow-TAIS
Translations: (to) them, (for) them, (with) them, (by) them
Notes: This word is a third-person personal pronoun, specifically the dative plural feminine form. It means 'to them,' 'for them,' 'with them,' or 'by them,' referring to a group of feminine nouns or persons. It indicates the indirect object or the means/instrument of an action.
Inflection: Dative, Plural, Feminine
G2087
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: EH-teh-ROHN
Translations: of others, of other things, of different ones
Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the adjective 'heteros', meaning 'other' or 'another'. It often implies a difference in kind or quality, distinguishing it from 'allos' which means 'another of the same kind'. It is used to refer to things or people that are distinct or different from those previously mentioned or understood.
Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine, Feminine or Neuter
Synonyms: ΑΛΛΩΝ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is related to the Latin word 'alter' (other, another).
G2975
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: eh-LAKH-on-toh
Translations: they obtained, they received, they got
Notes: This is a verb meaning 'to obtain by lot', 'to receive', or 'to get'. It is used to describe the action of acquiring something, often by chance or divine appointment. It can also imply having a share or portion of something.
Inflection: Third Person, Plural, Aorist, Indicative, Middle/Passive Voice
Synonyms: ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΤΥΓΧΑΝΩ
G3062
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Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun
Sounds like: LOY-pah
Translations: remaining, the rest, the others, what is left, the things that remain
Notes: This word refers to what is left over, remaining, or the rest of something. It can be used as an adjective to describe things that are remaining, or substantively as a noun to refer to the remaining people or things. It is often used in the plural to mean 'the rest' or 'the others'.
Inflection: Nominative or Accusative, Neuter, Plural; or Nominative or Vocative, Feminine, Singular
Synonyms: ΥΠΟΛΟΙΠΟΣ, ΚΑΤΑΛΟΙΠΟΣ
G2064
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: EHR-khon-toh
Translations: they were coming, they came, they were going, they went
Notes: This is an inflected form of the verb 'ἔρχομαι' (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go'. It describes an action that was ongoing or repeated in the past. It is often used to indicate movement towards or away from a place or person, or the arrival or departure of individuals or groups.
Inflection: Imperfect, Indicative, Middle or Passive Voice, 3rd Person, Plural
Synonyms: ΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ, ΒΑΙΝΩ, ΥΠΑΓΩ
Etymology: The word ἔρχομαι (erchomai) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to move' or 'to go'. It is a very common verb in Koine Greek and has cognates in many other Indo-European languages.
G5342
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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle
Sounds like: FEH-ron-tes
Translations: bearing, carrying, bringing, enduring, leading, those who bear, those who carry, those who bring
Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb ΦΕΡΩ, meaning 'to bear,' 'to carry,' 'to bring,' or 'to endure.' As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action performed by the subject. It can be translated as 'bearing,' 'carrying,' or 'those who bear/carry,' depending on the context. It describes an ongoing action.
Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Plural
Synonyms: ΑΓΩ, ΒΑΣΤΑΖΩ, ΚΟΜΙΖΩ
G3588, G3778
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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.
G0032
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ANG-geh-loo
Translations: of an angel, of a messenger, of a divine messenger, of a human messenger
Notes: This word refers to a messenger, envoy, or one who brings tidings. In a religious context, it often refers to a divine messenger, an angel. It can also refer to a human messenger or representative. This form is the genitive singular, indicating possession or origin.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine
Synonyms: ΚΗΡΥΞ, ΔΙΑΚΟΝΟΣ
G4119
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Part of Speech: Adjective, Adverb
Sounds like: PLEH-ee-on
Translations: more, greater, longer, a longer time, the majority, the greater part, a greater thing
Notes: This word is the neuter singular form of the comparative adjective 'πλείων' (pleiōn), meaning 'more' or 'greater'. It is used to indicate a larger quantity, degree, or duration of something. It can function as an adjective modifying a neuter noun, or as an adverb meaning 'more' or 'longer'. When used with a definite article, it can mean 'the majority' or 'the greater part'.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΜΕΙΖΩΝ, ΠΕΡΙΣΣΟΤΕΡΟΝ
G3793
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: OKH-loo
Translations: of a crowd, of the crowd, of a multitude, of the multitude, of a throng, of the throng
Notes: This word refers to a crowd, multitude, or throng of people. It often implies a disorderly or unorganized group. In its genitive form, as seen here, it indicates possession or origin, meaning 'of a crowd' or 'belonging to a crowd'.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine
Synonyms: ΠΛΗΘΟΣ, ΔΗΜΟΣ
G1909
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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'.
G5124
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Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective
Sounds like: TOO-toys
Translations: (to) these, (for) these, (with) these, (by) these
Notes: This word is the dative plural form of the demonstrative pronoun/adjective meaning 'this' or 'that'. It points to something specific, indicating 'these things' or 'these people'. As a dative case, it often indicates the indirect object of a verb, the recipient of an action, or the means/instrument by which something is done. It can be translated as 'to these', 'for these', 'with these', or 'by these', depending on the context.
Inflection: Dative, Plural, All genders (Masculine, Feminine, Neuter)
Synonyms: ΟΥ͂ΤΟΙ, ἘΚΕΊΝΟΙΣ
G5463
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: eh-KHA-ray
Translations: rejoiced, was glad
Notes: ἘΧΑΡΗ is a verb meaning 'rejoiced' or 'was glad'. It describes someone experiencing joy or happiness in a past event. It is often used to express a strong positive emotional response to news or circumstances.
Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Passive (or Deponent Middle), 3rd Person, Singular
Synonyms: ΕΥΦΡΑΙΝΩ, ΑΓΑΛΛΙΑΩ
G3939
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: pa-ra-FYOO-as
Translations: shoots, branches, suckers, tendrils, offshoots
Notes: This word refers to new growths or offshoots from a plant, such as branches, shoots, or suckers. It can be used literally to describe parts of a vine or tree, or metaphorically to describe descendants or offshoots of a family or group. In a sentence, it would typically be used to describe the new growth of a plant.
Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΚΛΗΜΑΤΑ, ΒΛΑΣΤΟΙ, ΦΥΤΑ
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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.
G3927
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: pa-ra-fy-A-des
Translations: shoots, suckers, sprouts, branches, offshoots
Notes: This word refers to shoots, suckers, or sprouts that grow from a plant, often from the base or roots. It can also metaphorically refer to offshoots or branches of something. In the provided context, it describes new growths from a plant or metaphorical extensions.
Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΒΛΑΣΤΟΣ, ΚΛΑΔΟΣ, ΦΥΤΟΝ
Etymology: The word is a compound of the preposition ΠΑΡΑ (para), meaning 'beside' or 'from', and the noun ΦΥΑΣ (phyas), meaning 'a growth' or 'shoot', which comes from the verb ΦΥΩ (phyo), 'to grow' or 'produce'.
G2590
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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'.
G5100
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Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective
Sounds like: TEE-nah
Translations: who, what, which, some, any, a certain one, something, anything
Notes: ΤΙΝΑ is an inflected form of the pronoun/adjective ΤΙΣ. As an interrogative, it asks 'who?', 'what?', or 'which?'. As an indefinite, it means 'someone', 'something', 'anyone', 'anything', 'a certain one', or 'some'. Its meaning depends heavily on context and whether it is used in a question or a statement. It can function as both a pronoun standing alone or an adjective modifying a noun.
Inflection: Accusative Singular Masculine or Feminine, or Nominative/Accusative Plural Neuter
G2431
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: hee-lah-ROY
Translations: cheerful, joyful, glad, happy, merry
Notes: This word describes someone or something as cheerful, joyful, or glad. As an adjective, it modifies a noun, indicating a state of happiness or good spirits. It can be used to describe people, or even things that evoke a sense of joy or pleasantness.
Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Accusative, Masculine or Feminine or Neuter
Synonyms: ΕΥΦΡΩΝ, ΧΑΡΜΟΣΥΝΟΣ, ΑΓΑΛΛΙΑΤΟΣ
G0444
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: AN-throh-poy
Translations: people, men, humans
Notes: This word refers to human beings in general, encompassing both men and women. It is the plural form of 'ἈΝΘΡΩΠΟΣ' (anthropos), meaning 'man' or 'human'. It is used to denote a group of individuals belonging to the human race.
Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΛΑΟΣ, ΒΡΟΤΟΙ
G1565
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Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective
Sounds like: eh-KAY-noy
Translations: those, they, them
Notes: This word is a demonstrative pronoun or adjective, meaning 'those' or 'they'. It points to something or someone at a distance, distinguishing them from others. As a pronoun, it can stand alone to mean 'those ones' or 'they'. As an adjective, it modifies a noun, meaning 'those [nouns]'.
Inflection: Nominative, Masculine, Plural
Synonyms: ΟΥ̓ΤΟΙ, ΑΥ̓ΤΟΙ
G5607
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Part of Speech: Participle, Verb
Sounds like: OHN
Translations: being, who is, which is, he who is, they who are
Notes: This word is the present active participle of the verb 'to be'. It describes a state of being or existence, often functioning like an adjective or a noun. It can be translated as 'being' or 'who is/are' depending on the context, referring to someone or something that is in a particular state or performing an action of being.
Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Masculine, Singular, Nominative
G4464
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: RAHB-doy
Translations: rods, staves, sticks, scepters
Notes: This word refers to a rod, staff, or stick. It can be used for various purposes, such as a walking stick, a tool for discipline or punishment, or as a symbol of authority, like a scepter. In the provided examples, it appears in the plural form, referring to multiple rods or staves.
Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΞΥΛΑ, ΒΑΚΤΗΡΙΑ
Etymology: The word ῥάβδος (rhabdos) is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek. It refers generally to a stick or rod.
G5108
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: toy-OW-tah-ee
Translations: such, such a kind, such as these
Notes: This word is a demonstrative adjective meaning 'such' or 'of such a kind'. It is used to refer to something that has been previously mentioned or is understood from the context, indicating its nature or quality. It functions similarly to 'these' or 'those' but emphasizes the quality or type rather than just the identity.
Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΟΙΟΣ, ΤΟΣΟΥΤΟΣ
G2147
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: yoo-re-THAY-san
Translations: they were found, they were discovered
Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'they were found' or 'they were discovered'. It is the aorist passive indicative form of the verb 'to find'. It describes an action that occurred in the past, where the subjects of the verb were the recipients of the action of being found.
Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Passive, 3rd Person Plural
Synonyms: ΑΝΕΥΡΕΘΗΣΑΝ, ΚΑΤΑΛΗΦΘΗΣΑΝ
Etymology: The word ΕΥΡΙΣΚΩ (heuriskō) comes from Proto-Indo-European *werh₁- ('to find, to discover'). It is related to Latin invenire ('to find').
G0021
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ee-gal-LEE-ah-toh
Translations: he was exulting, she was exulting, it was exulting, he was rejoicing, she was rejoicing, it was rejoicing
Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to exult' or 'to rejoice greatly'. It describes a state of intense joy or jubilation. It is often used in a religious context to express spiritual joy or triumph. The form "ἨΓΑΛΛΙΑΤΟ" indicates that the action was ongoing or habitual in the past.
Inflection: Third Person Singular, Imperfect Tense, Indicative Mood, Middle or Passive Voice
Synonyms: ΧΑΙΡΩ, ΑΓΑΛΛΙΑΣΙΣ
Etymology: The word ἀγαλλιάω (agalliaō) is derived from ἀγαλλίασις (agalliasis), meaning 'exultation' or 'great joy'. It is related to ἄγαλμα (agalma), meaning 'a statue' or 'a delight', suggesting something that causes great pleasure or honor.
G4166
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: poy-MAYN
Translations: shepherd, a shepherd, pastor, a pastor
Notes: This word refers to a person who tends, feeds, or guards flocks of sheep, goats, or other livestock. Figuratively, it can also refer to a leader or guide, especially in a spiritual sense, like a pastor or overseer of a congregation. It is used to describe someone who cares for and protects others.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΑΡΧΙΠΟΙΜΗΝ, ΕΠΙΣΚΟΠΟΣ
Etymology: From an assumed primary verb ποιμάω (poimaō), meaning 'to shepherd'. It is related to the concept of feeding and tending.
G2431
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: hi-LAH-ross
Translations: cheerful, joyful, glad, a cheerful person
Notes: This word describes someone who is cheerful, joyful, or glad. It can be used to describe a person's disposition or their state of mind. For example, one might be described as 'cheerful in spirit' or 'glad to give'.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΕΥΦΡΩΝ, ΧΑΙΡΩΝ, ΑΓΑΛΛΙΩΝ
Etymology: From hilaros (cheerful), possibly from a root meaning 'to be gracious' or 'to be propitious'.
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