Ignatius’ Letter to Polycarp Chapter 3, Interlinear version from Ignatius of Antioch (Beta)

Ignatius’ Letter to Polycarp, Chapter 3

Interlinear version from Ignatius of Antioch (Beta)

3:1

ΟΙ
- OI
- the
ΔΟΚΟΥΝΤΕΣ
- DOKOUNTES
- seeming
ἈΞΙΟΠΙΣΤΟΙ
- AXIOPISTOI
- trustworthy
ΕἸΝΑΙ
- EINAI
- to-be
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ΕΤΕΡΟΔΙΔΑΣΚΑΟΥΝΤΕΣ
- ETERODIDASKAOUNTES
- teaching-different-doctrines
ΜΗ
- MĒ
- not
ΣΕ
- SE
- you
ΚΑΤΑΠΛΗΣΣΕΤΩΣΑΝ
- KATAPLĒSSETŌSAN
- let-them-overwhelm
ΣΤΗΘΙ
- STĒTHI
- stand
ΕΔΡΑΙΟΣ
- EDRAIOS
- firm
ΩΣ
- ŌS
- as
ἈΚΜΩΝ
- AKMŌN
- [an] anvil
ΤΥΠΤΟΜΕΝΟΣ
- TYPTOMENOS
- being-struck
ΜΕΓΑΛΟΥ
- MEGALOU
- of-great
ἘΣΤΙΝ
- ESTIN
- it-is
ἈΘΛΗΤΟΥ
- ATHLĒTOU
- of-athlete
ΤΟ
- TO
- the
ΔΕΡΕΣΘΑΙ
- DERESTHAI
- to-be-beaten
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ΝΙΚΑΝ
- NIKAN
- to-conquer
ΜΑΛΙΣΤΑ
- MALISTA
- especially
ΔΕ
- DE
- but
ΕΝΕΚΕΝ
- ENEKEN
- on-account-of
ΘΕΟΥ
- THEOU
- God
ΠΑΝΤΑ
- PANTA
- all-things
ΥΠΟΜΕΝΕΙΝ
- YPOMENEIN
- to-endure
ΗΜΑΣ
- ĒMAS
- us
ΔΕΙ
- DEI
- it-is-necessary
ΙΝΑ
- INA
- so-that
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- also
ΑΥ̓ΤΟΣ
- AUTOS
- he
ΗΜΑΣ
- ĒMAS
- us
ΥΠΟΜΕΝΗ
- YPOMENĒ
- may-endure

3:2

ΠΛΕΟΝ
- PLEON
- more
ΣΠΟΥΔΑΙΟΣ
- SPOUDAIOS
- diligent
ΓΙΝΟΥ
- GINOU
- be
ΟΥ
- OU
- not
ΕἸ
- EI
- you-are
ΤΟΥΣ
- TOUS
- the
ΚΑΙΡΟΥΣ
- KAIROUS
- times
ΚΑΤΑΜΑΝΘΑΝΕ
- KATAMANTHANE
- learning-thoroughly
ΤΟΝ
- TON
- the
ΥΠΕΡ
- YPER
- beyond
ΚΑΙΡΟΝ
- KAIRON
- time
ΠΡΟΣΔΟΚΑ
- PROSDOKA
- await
ΤΟΝ
- TON
- the
ἈΧΡΟΝΟΝ
- ACHRONON
- timeless
ΤΟΝ
- TON
- the
ἈΟΡΑΤΟΝ
- AORATON
- unseen
ΤΟΝ
- TON
- the
ΔΙ
- DI
- through
ΗΜΑΣ
- ĒMAS
- us
ΟΡΑΤΟΝ
- ORATON
- seen
ΤΟΝ
- TON
- the
ἈΨΗΛΑΦΗΤΟΝ
- APSĒLAPHĒTON
- untouchable
ΤΟΝ
- TON
- the
ἈΠΑΘΗ
- APATHĒ
- impassive
ΤΟΝ
- TON
- the
ΔΙ
- DI
- through
ΗΜΑΣ
- ĒMAS
- us
ΠΑΘΗΤΟΝ
- PATHĒTON
- passible
ΤΟΝ
- TON
- the
ΚΑΤΑ
- KATA
- according-to
ΠΑΝΤΑ
- PANTA
- every
ΤΡΟΠΟΝ
- TROPON
- way
ΔΙ
- DI
- through
ΗΜΑΣ
- ĒMAS
- us
ΥΠΟΜΕΙΝΑΝΤΑ
- YPOMEINANTA
- endured

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.

G1380

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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: doh-KOON-tes

Translations: seeming, appearing, thinking, supposing, reputed, those who seem, those who think

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'δοκέω'. It describes someone or something that 'seems' or 'appears' to be a certain way, or 'thinks' or 'supposes' something. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun, or substantively, meaning 'those who seem' or 'those who think'. It often implies a subjective perception or a widely held opinion.

Inflection: Present Active Participle, Masculine, Plural, Nominative

Synonyms: ΦΑΙΝΟΜΕΝΟΙ, ΗΓΟΥΜΕΝΟΙ

Etymology: The word δοκέω (dokeō) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *dek-, meaning 'to take, accept, receive'. Over time, its meaning evolved in Greek to 'seem, appear, think, suppose', reflecting the idea of forming an opinion or perception.

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.

G2085

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-teh-roh-dee-das-KAH-oon-tes

Translations: teaching different doctrine, teaching other things, teaching otherwise

Notes: This is a compound word formed from 'heteros' (other, different) and 'didaskalos' (teacher) or 'didasko' (to teach). It refers to the act of teaching doctrines or principles that are different from or contrary to established or accepted teachings. It implies a deviation from the norm or from truth. In this form, it is a present active participle, indicating an ongoing action by those who are doing the teaching.

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

Synonyms: ΔΙΔΑΣΚΑΛΟΙ, ΨΕΥΔΟΔΙΔΑΣΚΑΛΟΙ

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.

G2657

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tah-PLEES-seh-toh-sahn

Translations: let them be astonished, let them be amazed, let them be astounded

Notes: This word means to strike with astonishment, to amaze, or to astound. It is used to describe a strong emotional reaction of surprise or wonder, often implying a sense of being overwhelmed or deeply impressed. In this form, it is an imperative, meaning it is a command or instruction for a group of people to be astonished or amazed.

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

Synonyms: ΕΚΠΛΗΣΣΩ, ΘΑΥΜΑΖΩ

G1476

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: eh-DRAI-oss

Translations: steadfast, firm, immovable, settled, stable

Notes: This word describes something or someone that is firm, stable, and not easily moved or shaken. It can refer to physical stability or, more commonly, to a person's unwavering character, conviction, or resolve. It implies a sense of permanence and reliability.

Inflection: Nominative, Singular, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΚΛΙΝΗΣ, ΑΣΑΛΕΥΤΟΣ, ΒΕΒΑΙΟΣ

Etymology: From the Greek word ἕδρα (hedra), meaning 'seat' or 'base', implying something that has a firm foundation or is well-seated.

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.

G0002

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: AK-mone

Translations: anvil, a stone, a rock

Notes: This is a masculine noun referring to an anvil, a heavy block of metal on which metal is hammered and shaped. It can also be used metaphorically to describe something hard, firm, or unyielding, like a stone or a rock, often implying resilience or steadfastness in the face of adversity.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΠΕΤΡΑ, ΛΙΘΟΣ

Etymology: From an ancient Greek root meaning 'to sharpen' or 'point', referring to the hard, sharp nature of an anvil or stone.

G3173

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: MEH-gah-LOO

Translations: (of) great, (of) a great, (to) great, (to) a great, great things

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'great,' 'large,' 'big,' or 'mighty.' It is used to describe something of significant size, importance, or intensity. It can refer to physical size, but also to status, power, or quantity. For example, it might describe a great king, a large city, or a great amount of something.

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

Synonyms: ΠΟΛΥΣ, ΙΣΧΥΡΟΣ

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.

G3122

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Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: MA-lis-TA

Translations: especially, most, indeed, yes, certainly, above all

Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'especially,' 'most,' or 'above all.' It is often used to emphasize a particular point or item in a list. It can also be used as a strong affirmation, meaning 'yes,' 'certainly,' or 'indeed.'

Inflection: Superlative form of ΜΑΛΑ; Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΜΑΛΛΟΝ, ΠΕΡΙΣΣΟΤΕΡΩΣ

Etymology: From the adverb ΜΑΛΑ (mala), meaning 'very' or 'much.' ΜΑΛΙΣΤΑ is its superlative form, indicating 'most' or 'very much so.'

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.

G1752

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Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb

Sounds like: EN-eh-ken

Translations: because of, on account of, for the sake of, (of) for, (of) by reason of

Notes: ΕΝΕΚΕΝ is an improper preposition that typically takes the genitive case, meaning 'because of' or 'on account of'. It can also function as an adverb, meaning 'for this reason' or 'therefore'. It is used to express the cause or reason behind an action or state.

Inflection: Does not inflect; takes the genitive case when used as a preposition.

Synonyms: ΔΙΑ, ΧΑΡΙΝ

Etymology: The word ΕΝΕΚΕΝ is an ancient Greek word, likely formed from the preposition 'en' (in) and a form related to 'heka' (on account of). It has been in use since classical Greek and continued into Koine Greek.

G5278

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: hoo-po-MEH-neen

Translations: to endure, to remain, to persevere, to bear up under, to stand firm

Notes: This word means to remain under, to endure, or to persevere. It implies a steadfastness in the face of difficulties, trials, or suffering, indicating a willingness to bear up under adverse circumstances rather than giving up. It can also mean to wait patiently for something or someone.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΚΑΡΤΕΡΩ, ΑΝΕΧΩ, ΠΡΟΣΚΑΡΤΕΡΩ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the preposition ΥΠΟ (hypo), meaning 'under' or 'below', and the verb ΜΕΝΩ (menō), meaning 'to remain' or 'to abide'. Thus, it literally means 'to remain under' or 'to abide under', conveying the sense of enduring or persevering through something.

G1163

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Part of Speech: Impersonal Verb

Sounds like: DEH-ee

Translations: it is necessary, one must, it is proper, it behooves

Notes: This is an impersonal verb meaning 'it is necessary' or 'one must'. It expresses a strong sense of obligation, necessity, or inevitability. It is often used with an infinitive to indicate what must be done or what is destined to happen.

Inflection: Impersonal, 3rd person singular, Present, Indicative, Active

Synonyms: ΧΡΗ, ΑΝΑΓΚΗ ΕΣΤΙΝ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *deyh₂- (to shine, to gleam), which developed into the sense of 'to be visible, to appear', and then 'to be proper, to be necessary'.

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.

G0846

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Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: ow-TOS

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΟΥ̓ΤΟΣ, ἘΚΕΙΝΟΣ

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

G5281

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: hoo-po-mo-NEE

Translations: endurance, steadfastness, patience, a patience

Notes: This word appears to be a misspelling of 'ΥΠΟΜΟΝΗ' (hypomonē). If it is indeed 'ΥΠΟΜΟΝΗ', it refers to the act of remaining under, enduring, or patiently waiting. It describes the quality of steadfastness and perseverance in the face of difficulties or trials. It is often used in a religious context to denote patient endurance of suffering or adversity.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Vocative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΚΑΡΤΕΡΙΑ, ΑΝΔΡΕΙΑ, ΕΓΚΡΑΤΕΙΑ

Etymology: The word 'ΥΠΟΜΟΝΗ' (hypomonē) is derived from the verb 'ὑπομένω' (hypomenō), meaning 'to remain under' or 'to endure'. It is a compound of 'ὑπό' (hypo), meaning 'under', and 'μένω' (menō), meaning 'to remain' or 'to stay'.

G4119

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Part of Speech: Adjective, Adverb

Sounds like: PLEH-on

Translations: more, a greater amount, a greater number, further, moreover, besides

Notes: This word signifies 'more' or 'greater' and can function as both an adjective and an adverb. As an adjective, it describes a larger quantity or degree of something. As an adverb, it indicates an increase in action or extent, often translated as 'further' or 'moreover'. It is the neuter singular form of the adjective 'πλέων'.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative (as an adjective); Does not inflect (as an adverb)

Synonyms: ΠΕΡΙΣΣΟΤΕΡΟΝ, ΜΑΛΛΟΝ

Etymology: The word 'πλέων' (pleōn) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to fill' or 'full'. It is related to words signifying abundance or completion.

G4705

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: spoo-DAI-oss

Translations: diligent, earnest, zealous, eager, serious, important, a diligent one, an earnest one

Notes: This word describes someone or something as diligent, earnest, or zealous. It can also refer to something as important or serious. It is often used to commend a person's effort or attitude.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΕΝΘΟΥΣΙΑΣΤΗΣ, ΖΗΛΩΤΗΣ, ΕΠΙΜΕΛΗΣ

Etymology: From σπουδή (spoudē), meaning 'haste, earnestness, diligence'. It refers to the quality of being earnest or diligent.

G3756, G3757

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Part of Speech: Adverb, Relative Adverb, Relative Pronoun

Sounds like: OO

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΜΗ, ΟΠΟΥ

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

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).

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).

G2626

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tah-man-THA-neh

Translations: learn thoroughly, observe, consider, understand, perceive

Notes: This verb means to learn or understand something thoroughly, often implying careful observation or consideration. It can be used to describe the act of perceiving or grasping a concept in detail, or to observe something closely with the intent to understand it. It is a compound word formed from the preposition κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'thoroughly', and the verb μανθάνω (manthano), meaning 'to learn'.

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

Synonyms: ΜΑΝΘΑΝΩ, ΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΕΠΙΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ

G5228

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Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: hoo-PER

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΠΙ, ΠΕΡΙ, ΑΝΤΙ

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

G2540

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: kai-RON

Translations: time, a time, season, a season, opportune time, a opportune time, proper time, a proper time

Notes: This word refers to a specific, appointed, or opportune time, a critical moment, or a season, rather than general chronological time (which is 'χρόνος'). It often implies a qualitative aspect of time, emphasizing the right or fitting moment for something. In the provided examples, it is used in the accusative case, indicating the object of an action or a duration.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΧΡΟΝΟΣ, ΩΡΑ, ΕΠΟΧΗ

Etymology: The etymology of 'καιρός' is uncertain, but it is thought to be related to the idea of 'fitting' or 'proper'.

G4328

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pros-doh-KAH

Translations: expect!, wait for!, look for!, hope for!

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to expect, wait for, or look for something. It implies a sense of anticipation or looking forward to an event or person. In its imperative form, it functions as a command or exhortation to expect or wait.

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

Synonyms: ΕΛΠΙΖΩ, ΑΠΕΚΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word προσδοκάω is a compound word formed from πρός (pros), meaning 'to' or 'towards', and δοκάω (dokaō), meaning 'to seem' or 'to think'. Thus, it literally means 'to think towards' or 'to look towards', leading to the sense of expecting or anticipating.

G867

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: akh-ROH-non

Translations: timeless, without time, eternal, a timeless one

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'timeless' or 'eternal'. It describes something that exists outside of time or is not subject to the passage of time. It is a compound word formed from the negative prefix 'α-' (a-, meaning 'not' or 'without') and 'χρόνος' (chronos, meaning 'time'). It can be used to describe concepts, beings, or states that are perpetual or everlasting.

Inflection: Accusative, Singular, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΑΙΩΝΙΟΣ, ΑΙΔΙΟΣ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the privative alpha prefix (α-) meaning 'not' or 'without', and the noun χρόνος (chronos) meaning 'time'. Thus, it literally means 'without time'.

G0275

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-o-RAH-ton

Translations: unseen, invisible, an unseen thing, an invisible thing

Notes: This word means 'unseen' or 'invisible'. It is a compound word formed from the negative prefix 'α-' (meaning 'not' or 'without') and 'ορατός' (meaning 'visible' or 'seen'). It is used to describe something that cannot be perceived by the physical eye, often referring to spiritual realities, God, or things beyond human comprehension. For example, it might be used to describe an 'invisible God' or 'unseen things'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative or Vocative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΑΦΑΝΗΣ, ΑΟΡΑΤΩΣ

Etymology: The word ΑΟΡΑΤΟΣ is a compound of the privative alpha (α-) and the word ΟΡΑΤΟΣ (horatos), meaning 'visible'. ΟΡΑΤΟΣ comes from the verb ΟΡΑΩ (horaō), meaning 'to see'.

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'.

G0681

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ap-see-la-FEE-ton

Translations: untouchable, that cannot be touched, invisible, an untouchable thing

Notes: This word is a compound adjective formed from the alpha privative (ἀ-), meaning 'not' or 'un-', and the root of 'ψηλαφάω' (to touch or handle). Therefore, it means 'that which cannot be touched or handled'. It is often used to describe something that is intangible, invisible, or beyond human grasp, particularly in a spiritual or divine context. It can be used to describe a place or a concept.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

G0003

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-PAH-thay

Translations: impassible, unaffected, free from suffering, apathetic, without passion, an impassible, an unaffected

Notes: This word describes something or someone that is not subject to suffering, passion, or emotion. It implies a state of being unfeeling or impervious to external influences, particularly pain or strong emotions. It can be used to describe a divine being, or a philosophical state of mind.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ἈΝΕΜΠΟΔΙΣΤΟΣ, ἈΤΑΡΑΧΟΣ, ἈΝΕΠΙΔΕΚΤΟΣ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the privative prefix 'ἀ-' (a-, meaning 'not' or 'without') and 'πάθος' (pathos, meaning 'suffering' or 'passion'). It literally means 'without suffering' or 'without passion'.

G3805

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: pa-thee-TON

Translations: subject to suffering, capable of suffering, passible, a passible thing

Notes: This word describes something that is capable of experiencing or undergoing something, particularly suffering, emotion, or sensation. It is often used in theological contexts to describe the nature of Christ, indicating that he was able to suffer. It can be used to describe any entity that is not immune to external influences or experiences.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΕΜΠΑΘΗΣ, ΕΠΙΔΕΚΤΙΚΟΣ

Etymology: From the verb ΠΑΣΧΩ (paschō), meaning 'to suffer' or 'to experience', and the suffix -τος, which forms verbal adjectives indicating capability or possibility. Thus, it means 'capable of suffering' or 'that which can be experienced'.

G2596

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Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: KAH-tah

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΑΝΤΙ, ΔΙΑ

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

G5278

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: hoo-po-MEH-nan-tah

Translations: enduring, having endured, remaining, having remained, persevering, having persevered, waiting, having waited

Notes: This word describes someone or something that has endured, remained, or persevered through a situation. It implies a steadfastness or patient waiting, often in the face of difficulty or opposition. It is the accusative masculine singular form of the aorist active participle of the verb 'hypomenō'.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine, Aorist Active Participle

Synonyms: ΚΑΡΤΕΡΕΩ, ΑΝΤΕΧΩ, ΠΡΟΣΚΑΡΤΕΡΕΩ

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