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G2089
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Part of Speech: Adverb
Sounds like: eh-TEE
Translations: still, yet, further, more
Notes: This word is an adverb indicating continuation in time or degree. It can mean 'still' or 'yet' when referring to something that is ongoing or has not happened yet. It can also mean 'further' or 'more' when adding to something or indicating an additional quantity or action.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΕΤΙ, ἘΤΙΔΕ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *eti 'beyond, further'. It is related to Latin et 'and, also'.
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.
G5346
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: FEE-mee
Translations: say, speak, declare, affirm, assert
Notes: This verb means 'to say,' 'to speak,' or 'to declare.' It is often used to introduce direct speech or to affirm a statement. It can be used in various tenses and moods to express an action of speaking or stating something.
Inflection: Present Active Indicative, 1st Person Singular; or Present Active Infinitive
Synonyms: ΛΕΓΩ, ΛΑΛΕΩ, ΕΡΩ
Etymology: From a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to speak, tell, say.' It is related to Latin 'fari' (to speak) and English 'fame'.
G2962
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: KOO-ree-eh
Translations: Lord, O Lord, Master, Sir
Notes: This word is the vocative singular form of the noun ΚΥΡΙΟΣ (KYRIOS), meaning 'Lord,' 'Master,' or 'Sir.' It is used for direct address, similar to saying 'O Lord' or 'My Lord' in English. It is commonly used when speaking directly to God, a respected authority figure, or a master.
Inflection: Singular, Vocative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΔΕΣΠΟΤΗΣ, ΚΥΡΙΟΣ
G1213
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: day-LOH-son
Translations: make clear, show, declare, reveal, explain, make known
Notes: This word means to make something clear, evident, or known. It is often used in the sense of revealing information, explaining a concept, or demonstrating something. As an imperative, it functions as a command or instruction to perform this action, such as 'make it clear!' or 'show!'
Inflection: Aorist, Imperative, Active, Second Person, Singular
Synonyms: ΦΑΝΕΡΟΩ, ΑΠΟΚΑΛΥΠΤΩ, ΓΝΩΡΙΖΩ
Etymology: From δῆλος (dēlos), meaning 'clear, evident, visible'. The verb form means to make something clear or manifest.
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.
G5346
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: PHAY-sin
Translations: he says, she says, it says, he said, she said, it said
Notes: This word is a common verb meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. It is used to report what someone else has said or to introduce a direct quote. It can be translated as 'he says', 'she says', or 'it says', and often implies 'he/she/it said' in narrative contexts.
Inflection: Third Person, Singular, Present, Indicative, Active
Synonyms: ΛΕΓΩ, ΕΡΩ
Etymology: The word ΦΗΜΙ (phēmi) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to speak' or 'to show'. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages that convey the idea of speaking or declaring.
G1934
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ep-ee-zay-TEH-is
Translations: seek after, search for, desire, require, demand
Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἐπί (epi, 'upon, over, in addition to') and the verb ζητέω (zēteō, 'to seek, search'). It means to seek after something with earnestness, to search for something diligently, or to desire or demand something. It implies a focused and often persistent effort in seeking.
Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, 2nd Person Singular
Synonyms: ΖΗΤΕΩ, ΑΙΤΕΩ, ΕΚΖΗΤΕΩ
G1223, G5101
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Part of Speech: Adverb
Sounds like: dee-ah-TEE
Translations: why, wherefore, on account of what
Notes: This is a compound word formed from the preposition διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'on account of', and the interrogative pronoun τί (ti), meaning 'what'. It is used to ask for the reason or cause of something, functioning as 'why' or 'wherefore' in English. It can introduce a direct or indirect question.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΔΙΑΤΟΥΤΟ, ΔΙΟ
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.
G3037
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: LI-thoy
Translations: stones
Notes: This word refers to stones or rocks. It is used to describe physical stones, but can also be used metaphorically, for example, to refer to precious stones or even people as 'living stones' in a spiritual sense. It is the plural form of the noun 'stone'.
Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Vocative or Accusative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΠΕΤΡΑΙ, ΒΡΑΧΟΙ
G1537
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Part of Speech: Preposition
Sounds like: EK
Translations: out of, from, of
Notes: ἘΚ is a preposition meaning 'out of' or 'from,' indicating origin, source, or separation. It always governs the genitive case, meaning the noun or pronoun following it will be in the genitive form. It can also be used to express the cause or means by which something occurs.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ἈΠΌ
Etymology: From a primary preposition, meaning 'out of' or 'from'. It is a fundamental word in Greek, indicating separation or origin.
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.
G4444
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: PYR-goo
Translations: of a tower, of the tower, a tower, the tower
Notes: This word refers to a tower, a fortified structure, or a bastion. It is used to describe a tall, strong building, often part of a city wall or a fortress, providing defense or observation. It can also refer to a watchtower or a stronghold.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine
Synonyms: ΤΕΙΧΟΣ, ΦΡΟΥΡΙΟΝ, ΑΚΡΟΠΟΛΙΣ
G5087
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: eh-TETH-ay-san
Translations: they were placed, they were laid, they were set, they were put
Notes: This is a verb indicating that something was placed, laid, set, or put down. It is used in the aorist tense, which describes a past action completed at a specific point in time, without emphasis on its duration. The passive voice indicates that the subject of the verb is receiving the action, rather than performing it. For example, 'the foundations were laid' or 'the thrones were set'.
Inflection: Third Person, Plural, Aorist, Indicative, Passive
Synonyms: ΚΕΙΜΑΙ, ΒΑΛΛΩ, ΙΣΤΗΜΙ
G5342
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: peh-foh-REE-koh-tess
Translations: having borne, having carried, having brought, having endured, having worn
Notes: This word is a perfect active participle, masculine plural, from the verb 'φέρω' (pherō), meaning 'to bear,' 'to carry,' 'to bring,' or 'to endure.' As a perfect participle, it describes an action that has been completed in the past but has ongoing results or a continuing state in the present. It functions adjectivally, modifying a plural masculine noun or pronoun, indicating that 'they' (the masculine plural subjects) have performed the action of bearing or carrying.
Inflection: Perfect, Active, Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Plural
Synonyms: ΒΑΣΤΑΖΟΝΤΕΣ, ΚΟΜΙΖΟΝΤΕΣ
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.
G4151
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: PNEV-ma-ta
Translations: spirits, winds, breaths
Notes: This word is a noun referring to spirits, winds, or breaths. It is the plural form of the word 'πνεῦμα'. It can be used in various contexts, such as referring to the Holy Spirit, human spirits, or even literal wind or breath.
Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter
Synonyms: ΨΥΧΑΙ, ΑΝΕΜΟΙ
G3778
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Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective
Sounds like: TOW-tah
Translations: these, these things
Notes: This word is a demonstrative pronoun or adjective, meaning 'these' or 'these things'. It refers to something previously mentioned or understood from the context, pointing it out specifically. As a pronoun, it stands in place of a noun, while as an adjective, it modifies a noun.
Inflection: Plural, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΟΔΕ, ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ
G0318
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ah-nahg-KAYN
Translations: necessity, a necessity, compulsion, distress, constraint, need, trouble
Notes: This word refers to a state of necessity, compulsion, or distress. It can denote an unavoidable obligation, a binding force, or a difficult situation that imposes a constraint. It is often used to describe circumstances that are beyond one's control.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΒΙΑ, ἈΝΑΓΚΑΙΟΝ
Etymology: From ἀνάγκη (anankē, “force, constraint, necessity”).
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
G1223
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Part of Speech: Preposition, Numeral
Sounds like: DEE
Translations: through, by means of, on account of, because of, 14
Notes: This word is most commonly an elided form of the preposition ΔΙΑ (dia), meaning 'through', 'by means of', 'on account of', or 'because of'. It is used to indicate the means by which something is done or the reason for an action. It can also represent the Greek numeral 14, indicated by a keraia (a mark similar to an apostrophe) which is often omitted in transcription.
Inflection: Does not inflect (as a preposition or numeral)
Synonyms: ΕΚ, ΥΠΟ, ΕΝΕΚΕΝ
Etymology: The preposition ΔΙΑ comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'through' or 'apart'.
G5204
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: hoo-DAH-tos
Translations: of water
Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of 'water'. It refers to the liquid substance essential for life. In a sentence, it indicates possession, origin, or relation, often translated as 'of water' or 'belonging to water'. For example, 'a cup of water' or 'the thirst of water'.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Neuter
G0305
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ah-na-BEE-nai
Translations: to go up, to ascend, to come up, to climb, to embark, to arise
Notes: This word describes the action of moving upwards, whether literally ascending a physical height, or metaphorically rising in status or appearing. It can also refer to embarking on a ship or coming up from a lower place, such as water or a valley. It is a compound word formed from the preposition ἈΝΑ (ana), meaning 'up' or 'upwards', and the verb ΒΑΙΝΩ (bainō), meaning 'to go' or 'to step'.
Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive
Synonyms: ἈΝΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ἈΝΙΣΤΑΜΑΙ, ἈΝΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ
G2443
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Part of Speech: Conjunction
Sounds like: EE-nah
Translations: in order that, that, so that, to
Notes: This word is a conjunction used to introduce a clause expressing purpose, result, or content. It often translates to 'in order that' or simply 'that' when indicating the aim or outcome of an action. It can also be used to express a command or exhortation, especially when followed by the subjunctive mood.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΟΠΩΣ, ΩΣΤΕ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *en- (in). It is related to the preposition 'in' and developed into a conjunction expressing purpose or result.
G2227
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: zoh-oh-poy-ay-THOH-sin
Translations: they may be made alive, they may be given life, they may be quickened
Notes: This word means to be made alive, to be given life, or to be quickened. It is often used in a spiritual sense, referring to being given spiritual life or resurrection. It is a compound word formed from 'ζωή' (life) and 'ποιέω' (to make or do).
Inflection: Third Person, Plural, Aorist, Passive, Subjunctive
Synonyms: ΑΝΑΖΑΩ, ΖΩΟΓΟΝΕΩ
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.
G1410
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ee-DY-nah-toh
Translations: was able, could, had power
Notes: This word is the imperfect indicative form of the verb 'δύναμαι' (dynamai), meaning 'to be able' or 'to have power'. It describes an ongoing or repeated ability or capacity in the past. It is often used to express what someone or something was capable of doing or not doing.
Inflection: Imperfect, Indicative, Middle or Passive Voice, 3rd Person, Singular
Synonyms: ΙΣΧΥΩ, ΕΞΟΥΣΙΑΖΩ
G1063
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Part of Speech: Particle
Sounds like: gar
Translations: for, because, indeed, then, therefore
Notes: This word is a postpositive particle, meaning it typically appears second in a clause. It introduces a reason, explanation, or confirmation for what has just been stated. It can also indicate a logical consequence or a transition in thought, often translated as 'for' or 'because'. In some contexts, it can simply add emphasis or affirm a statement.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΔΙΟΤΙ, ΕΠΕΙ, ΟΥΝ
Etymology: The particle ΓΑΡ is believed to be a contraction of the particles γε (ge) meaning 'indeed' or 'at least' and ἄρα (ara) meaning 'then' or 'therefore'. It has been in use since ancient Greek.
G0243
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Part of Speech: Adverb
Sounds like: AL-lohs
Translations: otherwise, differently, in another way, in other respects, in any other way
Notes: This adverb means 'otherwise' or 'in another way'. It is used to indicate a different manner, condition, or circumstance than what has been previously mentioned or implied. It can also mean 'in other respects' or 'at all'.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΕΤΕΡΩΣ, ΑΛΛΑΧΗ
Etymology: Derived from the adjective ἄλλος (allos), meaning 'other' or 'another'.
G1525
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ice-EL-thain
Translations: to enter, to go in, to come in
Notes: This word is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'to enter' or 'to go in'. It describes the action of moving into a place or situation. It is often used to indicate the commencement of an action or the arrival at a destination.
Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive
Synonyms: ΕἸΣΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ, ΕἸΣΒΑΙΝΩ
Etymology: The word ΕἸΣΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ is a compound verb formed from the preposition ΕἸΣ (eis), meaning 'into' or 'to', and the verb ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go'.
G1519
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Part of Speech: Preposition
Sounds like: EES
Translations: into, to, for, unto, among, in, toward
Notes: This word is a preposition that primarily indicates motion towards or into something. It is always used with the accusative case, showing the destination or goal of an action. It can also express purpose, result, or the object of an action. For example, it is used to say 'go into the city' or 'believe into Christ'.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Etymology: The word ΕἸΣ comes from Proto-Indo-European *en-s, which is a locative adverb meaning 'in, into'. It is related to the English word 'in'.
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.
G0932
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: bah-see-LAY-ahn
Translations: kingdom, a kingdom, reign, kingship, royal power, dominion
Notes: This word refers to a kingdom, a realm ruled by a king, or the act of reigning and exercising royal power. It can describe a physical territory or the abstract concept of royal authority and dominion. It is often used in the New Testament to refer to the 'kingdom of God' or 'kingdom of heaven'.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΙΑ, ΒΑΣΙΛΕΥΣ, ΕΞΟΥΣΙΑ
G2316
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: THAY-oo
Translations: of God, of a God
Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of the noun 'ΘΕΟΣ' (theos), meaning 'God' or 'a god'. In Koine Greek, the genitive case often indicates possession, origin, or relationship, similar to the English 'of' or the possessive apostrophe 's'. Therefore, 'ΘΕΟΥ' typically translates to 'of God' or 'of a god', depending on the context. It can refer to the one true God or to a pagan deity.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine
G1519, G1487, G1488
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Part of Speech: Preposition, Conjunction, Verb
Sounds like: E
Translations: into, to, for, unto, in, if, you are
Notes: This word is an elided form, indicated by the coronis (the apostrophe-like mark) at the end. It most commonly represents the preposition 'εἰς' (eis), meaning 'into, to, for', especially when followed by a vowel. It can also represent the conjunction 'εἰ' (ei), meaning 'if', or the verb 'εἶ' (ei), meaning 'you are'. In the provided examples, it functions as the preposition 'into' or 'to', indicating motion towards a place or object. It is used with the accusative case.
Inflection: Does not inflect (as an elided form); the original words it represents have their own inflections (e.g., 'εἰς' is a preposition and does not inflect; 'εἰ' is a conjunction and does not inflect; 'εἶ' is a verb, 2nd Person Singular, Present, Indicative, Active).
G3361
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Part of Speech: Particle, Adverb
Sounds like: MAY
Translations: not, lest, no, do not
Notes: ΜΗ is a negative particle used in Koine Greek to express a subjective negation. It is typically used with non-indicative moods (like the subjunctive, imperative, infinitive, or participle) to express prohibition, a condition, or a denial of something that is wished for or imagined. For example, it is used in commands like 'do not do this' or in clauses expressing fear or purpose, such as 'lest something happen'. It contrasts with 'οὐ' (ou), which negates objective facts.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Etymology: The word ΜΗ comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is an ancient negative particle that has been present in various forms across Indo-European languages.
G3499
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: nek-ROH-sin
Translations: death, deadness, a deadening, a putting to death
Notes: This word refers to the state of being dead, or the process of dying or being put to death. It can also describe a state of spiritual deadness or the act of mortifying something, meaning to make it dead or inactive. It is used to describe both physical death and a metaphorical 'deadening' of something, such as the body or a part of it, or even sinful desires.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΘΑΝΑΤΟΣ, ΑΠΟΘΝΗΣΚΩ, ΑΠΟΘΝΗΣΚΕΙΝ
G0659
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ah-PEH-then-toh
Translations: they put away, they laid aside, they stored up, they deposited
Notes: This is the third person plural, aorist indicative middle/passive form of the verb ἀποτίθημι (apotithēmi), meaning 'to put away,' 'to lay aside,' or 'to store up.' It describes an action completed in the past by a group of people, often with the implication that they did it for themselves (middle voice) or that the action was done to them (passive voice). It is a compound word formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from,' and the verb τίθημι (tithēmi), meaning 'to put' or 'to place.'
Inflection: Third Person Plural, Aorist Indicative, Middle or Passive Voice
Synonyms: ΤΙΘΗΜΙ, ΑΠΟΚΡΥΠΤΩ, ΑΠΟΘΕΜΑΙ
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.
G2222
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ZOH-ays
Translations: (of) life, (of) a life
Notes: Ζωῆς (zōēs) is the genitive singular form of the noun ζωή (zōē), which means 'life'. This form is used to indicate possession, origin, or relationship, often translated as 'of life' or 'belonging to life'. It can refer to physical life, spiritual life, or a way of living. For example, it might be used in phrases like 'the word of life' or 'the tree of life'.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine
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
G4387
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: pro-TEH-ras
Translations: of former, of earlier, of previous
Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'former', 'earlier', or 'previous'. It is used to describe something that existed or happened before something else, indicating a prior state or time. For example, it could refer to a 'former covenant' or 'previous days'.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine
Synonyms: ΑΡΧΑΙΟΣ, ΠΑΛΑΙΟΣ
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
G3767
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Part of Speech: Particle, Conjunction, Adverb
Sounds like: OON
Translations: therefore, then, so, consequently, accordingly, now, indeed
Notes: This word is a particle used to indicate a logical consequence, transition, or emphasis. It often connects a statement to what precedes it, meaning 'therefore' or 'consequently'. It can also be used to introduce a new point or a summary, translated as 'then' or 'now'. In some contexts, it adds emphasis, meaning 'indeed' or 'certainly'.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ἈΡΑ, ΔΕ, ΤΟΙΓΑΡΟΥ͂Ν
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *nu, meaning 'now' or 'then'. It is related to Latin 'nunc' (now) and English 'now'.
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.
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
G2837
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Part of Speech: Participle
Sounds like: keh-koy-MEE-meh-noy
Translations: those who have fallen asleep, the ones who are asleep, the dead
Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle derived from the verb 'κοιμάω' (koimaō), meaning 'to put to sleep' or 'to fall asleep'. In Koine Greek, especially in religious texts, 'to fall asleep' is a common euphemism for 'to die'. Therefore, 'κεκοιμημένοι' refers to those who have died, often implying a peaceful or temporary state, awaiting resurrection.
Inflection: Perfect, Passive, Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Plural
G4973
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: sfra-GHEE-da
Translations: seal, a seal, signet, a signet, mark, a mark
Notes: This word refers to a seal or signet, often used to authenticate documents, mark ownership, or secure something. It could be an impression made by a signet ring or a device used to make such an impression. In a broader sense, it can signify a mark or a token of authenticity or possession.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΣΗΜΕΙΟΝ, ΤΥΠΟΣ
Etymology: The word ΣΦΡΑΓΙΣ (sphragis) is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek or from an unknown root.
G5207
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ee-OO
Translations: of a son, of son, of the son
Notes: This word refers to a male offspring or descendant. It is commonly used to denote a son, but can also refer to a male child in general, or even a descendant in a broader sense, such as 'sons of Israel' meaning the people of Israel. In this genitive form, it indicates possession or origin, often translated with 'of'.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine
Synonyms: ΤΕΚΝΟΝ, ΠΑΙΣ
G1525
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: eis-EL-thon
Translations: they entered, they came in, they went in
Notes: This word is the aorist form of the verb 'to enter' or 'to come in'. It describes an action of moving into a place or situation that occurred in the past. It is used to indicate that a group of people or things performed the action of entering.
Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, 3rd Person Plural
Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΥΠΑΓΩ
Etymology: The word ΕἸΣΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ is a compound verb formed from the preposition ΕἸΣ (eis), meaning 'into' or 'to', and the verb ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go'. ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ itself comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to move'.
G4250
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Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction
Sounds like: PRIN
Translations: before, sooner, until, ere
Notes: This word functions as an adverb or a conjunction, indicating a point in time prior to another event or action. As an adverb, it means 'before' or 'sooner'. As a conjunction, it means 'before' or 'until', often introducing a clause that describes an event that has not yet happened. It is frequently used with an infinitive or a subjunctive verb.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΠΡΟ, ΠΡΟΤΕΡΟΝ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *per- (forward, through). It is related to the preposition πρό (pro, before).
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
G5409
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: fo-REH-sai
Translations: to wear, to carry, to bear, to put on
Notes: This word is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'phoreō'. It means 'to wear', 'to carry', or 'to bear'. As an infinitive, it functions like a verbal noun, often used to complete the meaning of another verb or as the subject or object of a sentence. For example, it could be used in a phrase like 'they desired to wear' or 'it is good to carry'.
Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive
Synonyms: ΒΑΣΤΑΖΩ, ΑΙΡΩ
Etymology: The word ΦΟΡΕΩ (phoreō) is derived from the root φέρω (pherō), meaning 'to bear' or 'to carry'. It implies a continuous or habitual action of bearing or carrying.
G3588
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Part of Speech: Definite Article
Sounds like: TON
Translations: the
Notes: This word is the masculine singular accusative form of the definite article 'the'. It is used to specify a particular masculine noun that is the direct object of a verb or preposition. For example, it would be used in phrases like 'he saw the man' or 'towards the God'.
Inflection: Masculine, Singular, Accusative
Etymology: The Greek definite article derives from Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronouns. It developed to function as a marker of definiteness in Greek.
G0444
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ahn-THROH-pohn
Translations: man, a man, person, a person, human being, a human being
Notes: This word refers to a human being, a person, or mankind in general. It is used to denote an individual man or woman, or the human race collectively. It can be used in various contexts to refer to any person.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΒΡΟΤΟΣ, ΑΝΗΡ
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.
G3686
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: O-no-MA
Translations: name, a name, reputation, character, authority
Notes: This word refers to a name, whether of a person, place, or thing. It can also signify one's reputation, character, or even authority, as a name often represents the person or entity itself. It is commonly used in phrases like 'in the name of' to denote authority or representation.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Accusative, or Genitive; Neuter
Synonyms: ΚΛΕΟΣ, ΦΗΜΗ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *h₁nómn̥. It is cognate with Latin nōmen and English name.
G3498
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Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun
Sounds like: NEK-ros
Translations: dead, a dead person, a corpse
Notes: This word refers to something that is dead, lifeless, or deceased. As an adjective, it describes a state of being without life. As a noun, it refers to a dead body or a deceased individual. In Koine Greek, it can be used literally for physical death or metaphorically for spiritual death or insensitivity.
Inflection: Masculine, Feminine, Neuter; Singular, Plural; All cases
Synonyms: ΤΕΘΝΗΚΩΣ, ΑΨΥΧΟΣ, ΠΤΩΜΑ
Etymology: The word ΝΕΚΡΟΣ comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *neḱ- 'to perish, disappear'. It is related to words meaning 'death' or 'corpse' in various Indo-European languages.
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
G3752
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Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb
Sounds like: OH-tan
Translations: when, whenever, as often as, at the time that
Notes: This word is a conjunction or adverb used to introduce a temporal clause, indicating a point in time or a condition. It means 'when' or 'whenever,' suggesting that something happens at a specific moment or repeatedly under certain circumstances. It is often followed by the subjunctive mood in Koine Greek.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΟΤΕ, ΗΝΙΚΑ
Etymology: From the conjunction ὅτε (hote, 'when') and the particle ἄν (an, indicating potential or contingency).
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.
G2983
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: LAH-bay
Translations: handle, a handle, hold, a hold, opportunity, an opportunity, occasion, an occasion
Notes: This word refers to a handle or anything that can be grasped. Metaphorically, it can mean an 'occasion' or 'opportunity' to do something, especially to find fault or take advantage of a situation. It implies having a 'hold' or 'grip' on something or someone.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΑΦΟΡΜΗ, ΠΡΟΦΑΣΙΣ
Etymology: From the verb λαμβάνω (lambanō), meaning 'to take' or 'to grasp'. It refers to that by which something is taken or held.
G659
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ah-po-TIH-theh-tai
Translations: he lays aside, she lays aside, it lays aside, he puts off, she puts off, it puts off, he casts off, she casts off, it casts off
Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo, meaning 'from' or 'away from') and the verb τίθημι (tithēmi, meaning 'to put' or 'to place'). It means to lay aside, put off, or cast off, often implying a separation or removal from oneself. It can be used in various contexts, such as laying aside clothing, putting off a burden, or casting off old habits.
Inflection: Third person singular, Present, Indicative, Middle or Passive Voice
Synonyms: ΑΦΑΙΡΕΩ, ΕΚΔΥΩ
G0353
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ah-nah-LAM-bah-neh
Translations: takes up, takes, receives, assumes, lifts up, takes away, picks up, takes along
Notes: This verb means to take up, lift up, or receive. It can also mean to assume something, like a role or a garment, or to take someone along with oneself. It is often used in contexts of physical elevation or the act of receiving something.
Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, Third Person Singular
Synonyms: ΑΙΡΩ, ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΥΠΟΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ
G2222
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ZOH-ayn
Translations: life, a life
Notes: This word refers to life, existence, or vitality. It is a feminine noun and is often used to describe physical life, but can also refer to spiritual or eternal life depending on the context. It is used in sentences to denote the state of being alive or the duration of one's existence.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΒΙΟΣ
Etymology: From a primary root meaning 'to live'. It is related to the verb ζάω (zaō), meaning 'to live'.
G3588, G3739, G2228
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Part of Speech: Definite Article, Relative Pronoun, Conjunction, Interjection
Sounds like: AY
Translations: the, who, which, or, oh, ah
Notes: This word is most commonly used as the definite article 'the' in Koine Greek, specifically as the feminine nominative singular form (e.g., 'the cry') or the neuter nominative/accusative plural form. It can also function as a relative pronoun meaning 'who' or 'which' (feminine nominative singular). Additionally, it can be a conjunction meaning 'or' or an interjection expressing surprise or emotion, similar to 'oh' or 'ah'. Its meaning is highly dependent on context.
Inflection: Feminine, Nominative, Singular (Definite Article or Relative Pronoun); Neuter, Nominative or Accusative, Plural (Definite Article); Does not inflect (Conjunction or Interjection)
Etymology: The Greek definite article and related forms derive from a Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronoun. The conjunction and interjection forms have separate, though related, origins within Proto-Indo-European.
G4973
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: sfra-GEES
Translations: seal, a seal, signet, a signet
Notes: This word refers to a seal, which is an instrument used for making an impression, or the impression itself. It was commonly used for authentication, to secure documents or property, or as a mark of ownership or authority. It could also signify a mark or token of something, like a spiritual seal.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΣΗΜΕΙΟΝ, ΤΥΠΟΣ
Etymology: From an uncertain root, possibly related to a verb meaning 'to fence in' or 'to enclose'. It refers to an instrument for sealing or the impression made by it.
G5204
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: OO-dor
Translations: water, a water
Notes: This word refers to water, the essential liquid substance. It can be used to denote drinking water, a body of water like a river or sea, or even metaphorically in a spiritual sense. It is a common noun used in various contexts where water is present or implied.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is related to words for water in many other Indo-European languages.
G2597
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: kah-tah-BAH-ee-noo-see
Translations: they go down, they come down, they descend
Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and the verb βαίνω (bainō), meaning 'to go' or 'to step'. Together, it means to go down, come down, or descend. It is used to describe movement from a higher place to a lower one, whether literally or figuratively.
Inflection: Third Person, Plural, Present, Indicative, Active
Synonyms: ΚΑΤΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΑΤΙΣΧΥΩ
G3498
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Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun
Sounds like: NEK-roy
Translations: dead, the dead, dead ones
Notes: This word refers to something that is dead, lifeless, or deceased. It can be used as an adjective to describe a dead person or thing, or it can function as a noun to refer to dead people collectively, such as 'the dead'. It is often used in a literal sense concerning physical death, but can also be used metaphorically to describe spiritual deadness or a state of being unresponsive.
Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Vocative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΑΠΟΘΑΝΟΝΤΕΣ, ΤΕΘΝΗΚΟΤΕΣ
G0305
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ah-na-BAH-ee-noo-see
Translations: they go up, they ascend, they come up, they climb
Notes: This word means to go up, ascend, or climb. It describes movement from a lower to a higher place. It can be used literally for physical ascent, such as climbing a mountain or going up to a city, or metaphorically for rising in status, appearing, or coming into prominence.
Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, Third Person, Plural
Synonyms: ἈΝΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ἈΝΙΣΤΑΜΑΙ
G2198
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Part of Speech: Participle
Sounds like: ZOHN-tes
Translations: living, the living, those who live, those who are alive
Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'to live'. It describes individuals or entities that are currently alive or in a state of living. It functions like an adjective or a noun, referring to 'the living ones' or 'those who are living'.
Inflection: Present Active Participle, Nominative or Accusative, Plural, Masculine or Feminine
Synonyms: ΕΜΨΥΧΟΙ, ΕΝΕΡΓΟΙ
Etymology: The word ΖΑΩ (zaō) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to live'. It is related to other Greek words concerning life and vitality.
G2532, G1565
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Part of Speech: Conjunction, Pronoun, Adjective
Sounds like: kah-KAY-noys
Translations: and to those, and for those, and those
Notes: This is a compound word formed by the conjunction 'καί' (and, also, even) and the demonstrative pronoun/adjective 'ἐκεῖνος' (that, those). It means 'and to those' or 'and for those', indicating a dative relationship. It can also simply mean 'and those' when used as a demonstrative adjective modifying an implied noun in the dative case. The apostrophe indicates an elision of the 'ι' from 'καί' before the initial vowel of 'ἐκεῖνος'.
Inflection: Plural, Dative, Masculine or Neuter
Synonyms: ΚΑΙ ΤΟΥΤΟΙΣ, ΚΑΙ ΑΥΤΟΙΣ
G2784
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: eh-kay-ROOKH-thay
Translations: was proclaimed, was preached, was announced
Notes: This is a verb in the aorist passive indicative, third person singular form. It means that something was proclaimed, preached, or announced by someone or something else. It describes an action that was completed in the past, where the subject of the verb was the recipient of the action.
Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Indicative, 3rd Person, Singular
Synonyms: ἈΝΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ, ΔΙΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ, ΕΥ̓ΑΓΓΕΛΙΖΩ
G0846
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: OW-tay
Translations: she, her, it, this, that, the same
Notes: This word is a pronoun, specifically the feminine nominative singular form of 'ΑΥΤΟΣ'. It can function as a personal pronoun meaning 'she', 'her', or 'it', or as a demonstrative pronoun meaning 'this' or 'that'. When used intensively, it can mean 'the same' or 'herself'. It agrees in gender, number, and case with the noun it refers to.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΕΚΕΙΝΗ
G5530
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ekh-RAY-san-toh
Translations: they used, they employed, they treated, they dealt with
Notes: This word means 'they used' or 'they employed'. It describes the action of putting something into service or making use of it. It can also mean 'they treated' or 'they dealt with' someone or something, indicating a manner of interaction. It is often followed by a dative case object, indicating what is being used or how someone is being treated.
Inflection: Aorist Indicative, Middle Voice, 3rd Person Plural
Synonyms: ΧΡΩΜΑΙ, ΚΕΧΡΗΜΑΙ, ΑΠΟΧΡΑΟΜΑΙ
G0846
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: ow-TEH
Translations: she, herself, to her, for her, of her, her, it, itself, to it, for it, of it, its, they, them, themselves
Notes: This word is a form of the pronoun 'autos', meaning 'self' or 'same'. It can function as a personal pronoun (he, she, it, they), a reflexive pronoun (himself, herself, itself, themselves), or an intensive pronoun (the very, the same). Its specific meaning depends on its case, number, and gender, and the context of the sentence.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine; or Singular, Dative, Feminine; or Singular, Genitive, Feminine; or Plural, Nominative, Neuter
Etymology: The word 'autos' (from which 'autē' is derived) comes from Proto-Indo-European *h₁ew-to-, a pronominal stem. It is related to other pronouns and demonstratives in various Indo-European languages.
G1525
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ice-EL-thoh-sin
Translations: they may enter, they might enter, they may come in, they might come in, they may go in, they might go in
Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition ΕἸΣ (eis, meaning 'into' or 'to') and the verb ἘΡΧΟΜΑΙ (erchomai, meaning 'to come' or 'to go'). It means 'to enter', 'to go in', or 'to come in'. It describes the action of moving from an outside location to an inside one. It is used to indicate a potential or hypothetical action.
Inflection: Aorist, Active, Subjunctive, 3rd Person Plural
Synonyms: ἘΜΒΑΙΝΩ, ἘΜΠΕΡΙΠΑΤΕΩ, ἘΠΙΒΑΙΝΩ
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Part of Speech: Letter, Numeral
Sounds like: MOO
Translations: Mu, 40, 1000
Notes: This is the twelfth letter of the Greek alphabet, corresponding to the English 'M'. In the Greek numeral system, when marked with an upper keraia (Μ'), it represents the number 40. When marked with a lower keraia (͵Μ), it represents the number 1000. It is also used as an abbreviation for various words starting with Mu.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Etymology: The letter Mu is derived from the Phoenician letter Mem. It is the twelfth letter of the Greek alphabet.
G3326
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Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb
Sounds like: MEH-tah
Translations: with, after, among, behind, by, in company with, in pursuit of, according to
Notes: This word is a preposition that can also function as an adverb. Its meaning varies depending on the case of the noun it governs. When used with the genitive case, it typically means 'with' or 'in company with'. When used with the accusative case, it usually means 'after' or 'behind' (indicating sequence or pursuit). It can also denote a change of state or position.
Inflection: Does not inflect (as a preposition, it governs cases)
Synonyms: ΣΥΝ, ΕΠΙ, ΠΡΟΣ
Etymology: The word 'μετά' (meta) comes from Proto-Indo-European *met- 'in the middle, among, with'. It is related to English 'mid' and 'middle'.
G0305
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ah-neh-BEE-sahn
Translations: they went up, they ascended, they climbed, they came up, they embarked
Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to go up,' 'to ascend,' 'to climb,' or 'to embark.' It describes movement from a lower to a higher place, whether physically, like climbing a mountain or getting into a boat, or sometimes metaphorically. It is used here in the past tense, indicating an action that was completed.
Inflection: Aorist, Active, Indicative, 3rd Person Plural
Synonyms: ἈΝΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ἈΝΙΣΤΑΜΑΙ
G0103
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: by-THOO
Translations: of depth, of the deep, of the abyss, of the sea
Notes: This word refers to a great depth, the deep sea, or the abyss. It is often used to describe the bottom of the sea or a profound, immeasurable depth. In a figurative sense, it can refer to a state of profound difficulty or despair. As a genitive form, it indicates possession or origin, often translated with 'of'.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine
Synonyms: ΑΒΥΣΣΟΣ, ΒΑΘΟΣ, ΠΕΛΑΓΟΣ
G2235
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Part of Speech: Adverb
Sounds like: AY-day
Translations: already, now, by this time, forthwith, even now
Notes: This word is an adverb used to indicate that something has happened or is happening at the present moment, or has happened prior to the present moment. It can convey a sense of immediacy or completion. For example, it can mean 'already' when referring to something that has taken place, or 'now' when emphasizing the current time.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΝΥΝ, ΑΥΤΙΚΑ, ΕΥΘΕΩΣ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *h₁eh₂dʰ- (to be present, to be here). It is related to the demonstrative pronoun 'ho' (this) and the particle 'de' (now, indeed).
G2192
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Part of Speech: Participle
Sounds like: ess-KHAY-koh-tess
Translations: having, possessing, holding, those who have, those who had
Notes: This word is a perfect 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 someone or something that has or possesses something, or has attained a certain state. In this form, it refers to 'those who have' or 'those who had' something, indicating a completed action with ongoing results.
Inflection: Perfect Active Participle, Masculine, Plural, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΚΕΚΤΗΜΕΝΟΙ, ΛΑΒΟΝΤΕΣ
G3754
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Part of Speech: Conjunction, Relative Pronoun
Sounds like: OH-tee
Translations: that, because, for, since, how, what, which
Notes: ΟΤΙ is a versatile word in Koine Greek, primarily functioning as a conjunction meaning 'that', 'because', 'for', or 'since'. It can introduce a clause explaining a reason or consequence, or it can introduce direct speech, similar to how quotation marks function in English. It can also act as a relative pronoun meaning 'what' or 'which'.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΔΙΟΤΙ, ΕΠΕΙ, ΓΑΡ
Etymology: The word ΟΤΙ is derived from the neuter accusative singular of the relative pronoun ὅστις (hostis), meaning 'whoever, whatever'. Over time, it evolved to function primarily as a conjunction.
G0652
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ah-po-STO-loy
Translations: apostles, messengers, delegates
Notes: This word refers to those who are sent out with a specific commission or message, acting as representatives or delegates. In a Christian context, it most commonly refers to the twelve disciples chosen by Jesus, or to other early Christian leaders who were sent to preach the Gospel.
Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΚΗΡΥΚΕΣ, ΠΡΕΣΒΕΙΣ
G1320
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: dee-DAS-kah-loy
Translations: teachers, a teacher
Notes: This word refers to instructors or masters who teach or provide guidance. It is often used in a religious or philosophical context to denote those who impart knowledge or doctrine. In the provided examples, it refers to those who teach or legislate rules.
Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Vocative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΡΑΒΒΙ, ΚΑΘΗΓΗΤΗΣ
G2784
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Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)
Sounds like: kay-ROOK-san-tes
Translations: having proclaimed, having preached, having announced, having heralded
Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'to proclaim' or 'to preach'. It describes an action that has already been completed by the subject, functioning like an adjective to modify a noun or pronoun, indicating that they are the ones who performed the act of proclaiming or preaching. For example, 'the ones having preached' or 'those who proclaimed'.
Inflection: Aorist Active Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Plural
Synonyms: ΕΥΑΓΓΕΛΙΣΑΜΕΝΟΙ, ΔΙΔΑΞΑΝΤΕΣ
G2837
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Part of Speech: Participle
Sounds like: koy-mee-THEN-tes
Translations: those who have fallen asleep, those who sleep, fallen asleep
Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'to sleep'. In a religious context, particularly in the New Testament, it is often used metaphorically to refer to those who have died, especially believers who have died in Christ, implying a peaceful rest rather than an end.
Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Plural
Synonyms: ΑΠΟΘΝΗΣΚΩ, ΤΕΛΕΥΤΑΩ
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.
G1411
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: DY-na-me
Translations: (by) power, (by) strength, (by) ability, (by) might, (by) force, (by) miracle
Notes: This word refers to inherent power, strength, or ability. It can also denote miraculous power or a specific miracle. In this form, it is typically used to indicate the means or instrument by which something is done, often translated with 'by' or 'in'. It is a compound word, but its root is a single word.
Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΙΣΧΥΙ, ΚΡΑΤΕΙ, ΕΞΟΥΣΙΑΙ
G4102
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: PIS-tei
Translations: (by) faith, (in) faith, (with) faith, (to) faith, (by) trust, (in) trust, (with) trust, (to) trust, (by) belief, (in) belief, (with) belief, (to) belief
Notes: This word is a noun meaning 'faith,' 'trust,' or 'belief.' It refers to a firm conviction or reliance on something or someone. In Koine Greek, it is often used to describe spiritual faith, particularly in God or Christ. As a dative case, it indicates the means, instrument, or recipient of an action, often translated with prepositions like 'by,' 'in,' 'with,' or 'to.'
Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΠΕΠΟΙΘΗΣΙΣ, ΕΛΠΙΣ
G2784
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: eh-KAY-roox-an
Translations: they proclaimed, they preached, they announced
Notes: This is a verb meaning "they proclaimed," "they preached," or "they announced." It describes the act of making something known publicly or formally, often with authority or a sense of urgency. It is used to describe a group of people performing this action in the past.
Inflection: Aorist, Active, Indicative, 3rd Person, Plural
Synonyms: ΑΝΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ, ΔΙΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ, ΕΥΑΓΓΕΛΙΖΩ
G3588
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Part of Speech: Definite Article
Sounds like: toys
Translations: to the, for the, the
Notes: ΤΟΙΣ is the dative plural form of the definite article in Koine Greek. It functions similarly to 'the' in English, but specifically indicates the indirect object or the recipient of an action, or location/instrument when used with a dative noun. It can be used with masculine, feminine, or neuter nouns in the plural.
Inflection: Plural, Dative, All genders
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is a demonstrative pronoun that evolved into the definite article in Greek.
G2837
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: por-keh-koy-MEE-meh-noys
Translations: to those who have fallen asleep, to those who are sleeping, to those who are dead
Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle, dative plural, derived from the verb 'κοιμάω' (koimaō), meaning 'to put to sleep' or 'to fall asleep'. In a figurative sense, especially in the New Testament, it is often used as a euphemism for death, referring to those who have died. Thus, 'πορκεκοιμημένοις' refers to 'those who have fallen asleep' or 'those who are dead'. It describes a state of having been put to sleep or having died.
Inflection: Perfect, Passive, Participle, Dative, Plural, Masculine or Neuter
Synonyms: ΤΕΘΝΕΩ, ΑΠΟΘΝΗΣΚΩ
G0846
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: ow-TOY
Translations: they, them, themselves, these, those
Notes: This word is a third-person pronoun that can function in several ways. It can be used as an intensive pronoun meaning 'self' or 'themselves', emphasizing the subject. It can also serve as a simple third-person pronoun meaning 'he, she, it, they' or 'him, her, it, them'. When used with the article, it often functions as an adjective meaning 'the same'.
Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Masculine
G1325
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: eh-DOH-kahn
Translations: they gave, they did give
Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'they gave' or 'they did give'. It describes an action of giving that occurred in the past. It is typically used when referring to multiple subjects who performed the act of giving.
Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, 3rd Person Plural
Synonyms: ΠΑΡΕΔΩΚΑΝ, ΕΔΩΚΑΝ
Etymology: The root word δίδωμι (didōmi) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *deh₃- meaning 'to give'. It is a reduplicated present stem, common in ancient Greek verbs.
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
G3588
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Part of Speech: Definite Article, Pronoun
Sounds like: TAY
Translations: to the, for the, by the, with the, in the, who, which
Notes: This word is the dative singular feminine form of the definite article, meaning 'to the', 'for the', 'by the', 'with the', or 'in the' when used with a feminine noun in the dative case. It can also function as a relative pronoun, meaning 'who' or 'which', referring to a feminine antecedent. It is used to specify a particular feminine noun or to introduce a relative clause.
Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine
Etymology: The Greek definite article derives from Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronouns. It developed from an earlier demonstrative pronoun in Ancient Greek.
G2782
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: kay-ROOG-mah-tos
Translations: of a proclamation, of a preaching, of a message, of a declaration
Notes: This word refers to the content of what is proclaimed or preached, a message, or a declaration. It is often used in the context of a public announcement or a divine message. It is the genitive singular form of the noun.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Neuter
Synonyms: ΕΥΑΓΓΕΛΙΟΝ, ΛΟΓΟΣ
G2597
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: kah-teh-BEE-sahn
Translations: they went down, they descended
Notes: This is a compound verb meaning 'to go down' or 'to descend'. It describes the action of multiple subjects moving from a higher place to a lower one. It is used to indicate a completed action in the past.
Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, 3rd Person Plural
Synonyms: ΚΑΤΗΛΘΟΝ, ΚΑΤΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ
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
G4399
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: pro-keh-koh-MEE-meh-noy
Translations: those who have fallen asleep, those who have died, the departed
Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle, plural, masculine, nominative, derived from the verb "προκοιμάω" (prokoimaō). It literally means "to fall asleep beforehand" or "to be put to sleep beforehand." In a theological context, especially in the New Testament, "to fall asleep" is a common euphemism for dying, particularly for believers. Thus, "προκεκοιμημένοι" refers to those who have already died or passed away.
Inflection: Perfect, Passive, Participle, Plural, Masculine, Nominative
Synonyms: ΤΕΘΝΕΩΤΕΣ, ΑΠΟΘΑΝΟΝΤΕΣ
G1223
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Part of Speech: Preposition
Sounds like: dee-AH
Translations: through, by, by means of, on account of, because of, for the sake of
Notes: This word is a preposition that can take two different cases, which changes its meaning. When used with the genitive case, it means 'through' or 'by means of', indicating the instrument or agency by which something is done. When used with the accusative case, it means 'on account of', 'because of', or 'for the sake of', indicating the cause or reason for something.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΕΚ, ΕΝΕΚΑ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'through' or 'apart'.
G3778
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: TOO-tone
Translations: of these, of them
Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the demonstrative pronoun 'οὗτος' (houtos), meaning 'this' or 'these'. It is used to indicate possession or relationship, often translated as 'of these' or 'of them', referring to things or people previously mentioned or understood from context. It can refer to masculine, feminine, or neuter nouns.
Inflection: Plural, Genitive, All genders
Synonyms: ΕΚΕΙΝΩΝ
G2227
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: eh-zoh-oh-poy-EE-thay-sahn
Translations: they were made alive, they were given life, they were quickened
Notes: This is a verb meaning 'to make alive', 'to give life', or 'to quicken'. It is often used in a spiritual sense, referring to God giving spiritual life or resurrection. The form 'ἘΖΩΟΠΟΙΗΘΗΣΑΝ' is the Aorist Passive Indicative, third person plural, meaning 'they were made alive' or 'they were given life' in the past.
Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Indicative, Third Person, Plural
Synonyms: ἈΝΑΖΩΠΥΡΈΩ, ΖΩΟΓΟΝΈΩ
G1921
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: eh-peh-GNO-san
Translations: they knew, they recognized, they understood, they perceived, they learned
Notes: This word means to know fully, to recognize, to understand, or to perceive. It often implies a deeper, more complete, or more accurate knowledge than simply knowing. It can also mean to learn or to become acquainted with something or someone. It is used to describe the act of gaining full comprehension or acknowledging something as true.
Inflection: Aorist, Active, Indicative, 3rd Person Plural
Synonyms: ΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΣΥΝΙΗΜΙ, ΜΑΝΘΑΝΩ
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.
G4872
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: soo-nah-neh-BEE-sahn
Translations: they went up with, they ascended with, they came up together
Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the prefix 'συν-' (syn-), meaning 'with' or 'together', and the verb 'ἀναβαίνω' (anabainō), meaning 'to go up' or 'to ascend'. Therefore, it means 'to go up with' or 'to ascend together with'. It is used to describe multiple subjects performing the action of ascending in company with someone or something else.
Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, Third Person, Plural
Synonyms: ΣΥΝΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΣΥΝΕΠΙΒΑΙΝΩ
G0719
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: soon-har-MOS-thay-san
Translations: were fitted together, were joined together, were united
Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the prefix 'συν-' (together with) and the verb 'ἁρμόζω' (to fit, join). It means to be fitted, joined, or united together. It describes the action of multiple parts coming together to form a cohesive whole, often implying a harmonious or proper arrangement. It is used to describe things that are brought into alignment or harmony with each other.
Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Passive, 3rd Person Plural
Synonyms: ΣΥΝΔΕΩ, ΣΥΝΑΡΜΟΛΟΓΕΩ
G3619
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: oy-ko-do-MEN
Translations: building, an edifice, construction, edification
Notes: This word refers to the act of building or the structure that is built, such as an edifice or a house. It can also be used metaphorically to mean edification or spiritual building up. It is a compound word formed from ΟΙΚΟΣ (house) and ΔΟΜΗ (building, structure).
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΔΟΜΗ, ΚΑΤΑΣΚΕΥΗ
Etymology: The word ΟΙΚΟΔΟΜΗ is derived from the verb ΟΙΚΟΔΟΜΕΩ (to build a house), which itself comes from ΟΙΚΟΣ (house) and ΔΟΜΗ (building).
G0214
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: ah-lah-TOH-mee-toy
Translations: unhewn, unhewn stone, a stone not cut with hands
Notes: This word describes something that is not cut or hewn, especially referring to stone that has not been shaped by human hands. It implies a natural or divinely formed state, often used metaphorically in religious contexts to describe something not made by human effort.
Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Vocative, Masculine
Etymology: The word is a compound of the negative prefix ἀ- (a-, 'not') and the verb λατομέω (latomeō, 'to cut stone').
G4925
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: soon-oh-koh-doh-may-THEH-san
Translations: they were built together, they were built up together, they were edified together
Notes: This is a compound verb, formed from the prefix 'συν-' (together with) and the verb 'οἰκοδομέω' (to build a house, to build, to edify). It means to be built together with others, or to be edified or constructed jointly. It describes an action where multiple entities are brought together to form a single structure or are spiritually built up in unity.
Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Passive, Third Person Plural
Synonyms: ΣΥΝΟΙΚΟΔΟΜΕΩ
G1343
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: dee-kah-yoh-SOO-nay
Translations: righteousness, justice, a righteousness, a justice
Notes: This word refers to the quality of being morally right or just. It encompasses concepts of uprightness, integrity, and conformity to divine or moral law. It is often used in a theological context to describe God's character or the state of being right with God.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Accusative, or Vocative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΕΥΘΥΤΗΣ, ΑΡΕΤΗ, ΟΣΙΟΤΗΣ
Etymology: From the Greek word δίκαιος (dikaios), meaning 'just' or 'righteous', combined with the suffix -σύνη (-synē), which forms abstract nouns.
G2837
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: eh-koy-MAY-thay-san
Translations: they slept, they fell asleep, they died
Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'they slept' or 'they fell asleep'. It is often used as a euphemism for 'they died', particularly in the context of believers who have passed away, implying a peaceful rest before resurrection. It describes an action completed in the past by a group of people.
Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Passive, 3rd Person Plural
Synonyms: ΥΠΝΟΩ, ΑΠΟΘΝΗΣΚΩ
G3173
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: MEH-gah-lay
Translations: great, large, mighty, a great, a large, a mighty
Notes: ΜΕΓΑΛΗ is a feminine adjective meaning 'great' or 'large'. It is used to describe feminine nouns, indicating their size, importance, or intensity. For example, it can describe a 'great city' or a 'large crowd'.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΠΟΛΥΣ, ΙΣΧΥΡΟΣ, ΔΥΝΑΤΟΣ
G0053
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ag-NEH-yah
Translations: purity, a purity, chastity, a chastity, holiness, a holiness
Notes: This word refers to the state of being pure, chaste, or holy. It can describe moral purity, freedom from defilement, or ritual cleanness. It is used to denote a state of innocence or blamelessness, often in a religious or ethical context.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΚΑΘΑΡΟΤΗΣ, ΑΓΙΟΤΗΣ
Etymology: From the Greek word ἀγνός (hagnos), meaning 'pure, holy, chaste'.
G3440
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Part of Speech: Adverb, Adjective
Sounds like: MO-non
Translations: only, alone, merely, a single, a solitary
Notes: This word can function as an adverb meaning 'only' or 'merely', indicating exclusivity or limitation. It can also be the neuter singular form of the adjective 'ΜΟΝΟΣ', meaning 'alone' or 'solitary', describing something as being by itself or unique. In its adverbial use, it often modifies verbs or clauses to emphasize that something is done exclusively or that a condition applies solely to one thing.
Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative (as adjective); Does not inflect (as adverb)
Synonyms: ΜΟΝΩΣ, ΜΟΝΟΓΕΝΗΣ
G3778
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Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun
Sounds like: TOW-teen
Translations: this, that, this one, that one
Notes: ΤΑΥΤΗΝ is the feminine singular accusative form of the demonstrative pronoun ΟΥ͂ΤΟΣ. It is used to point out something specific, often something near the speaker or something that has just been mentioned. It functions like 'this' or 'that' in English, and as an accusative, it typically serves as the direct object of a verb or the object of a preposition.
Inflection: Accusative, Singular, Feminine
Synonyms: ΟΔΕ, ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ
G2192
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: EH-kheis
Translations: you have, you hold, you possess, you are able, you are
Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'ἔχω' (echō), meaning 'to have', 'to hold', or 'to possess'. It can also be used in a broader sense to mean 'to be' or 'to be able to'. It is commonly used to indicate possession, state, or capacity. For example, it can mean 'you have something' or 'you are in a certain state'.
Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, Second Person, Singular
Synonyms: ΚΤΩΜΑΙ, ΚΑΤΕΧΩ, ΕΧΩ
G1955
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ep-EE-loo-sin
Translations: explanation, interpretation, a solution, an interpretation
Notes: This word refers to the act of explaining or interpreting something, especially a difficult or obscure matter like a parable, dream, or riddle. It can also mean the solution to a problem or the resolution of a difficulty. It is used to describe the process of making something clear and understandable.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΕΡΜΗΝΕΙΑ, ΔΙΕΡΜΗΝΕΙΑ, ΕΞΗΓΗΣΙΣ
Etymology: From the Greek verb ἐπιλύω (epilyō), meaning 'to loosen, to solve, to explain'. It is a compound word formed from the preposition ἐπί (epi), meaning 'upon, over, in addition', and λύσις (lysis), meaning 'a loosening, a release, a solution'.
G2192
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: EKH-oh
Translations: have, hold, possess, keep, be able, be in a state of
Notes: This word means "to have" or "to hold." It is a very common verb used to express possession, to describe a state or condition, or to indicate that one is holding something. It can also be used in a broader sense to mean "to be able" or "to be in a certain state."
Inflection: First Person Singular, Present Tense, Active Voice, Indicative Mood
Synonyms: ΚΤΆΟΜΑΙ, ΚΑΤΈΧΩ, ἜΧΟΜΑΙ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *seǵʰ- 'to hold, to have'. It is cognate with Latin 'habeo' (to have) and English 'seek'.
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