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Ignatius’ Letter to the Ephesians, Chapter 15
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G290
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Part of Speech: Adjective, Adverb
Sounds like: ah-MEH-ee-non
Translations: better, more excellent, more advantageously, more profitably
Notes: This word is the comparative form of the adjective 'ἀγαθός' (agathos), meaning 'good'. It signifies 'better' or 'more excellent' and can function as both an adjective, describing a noun, or an adverb, modifying a verb or another adjective, indicating something is done 'more excellently' or 'more advantageously'. It is often used in constructions comparing two things or actions.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative; or Adverbial
Synonyms: ΚΡΕΙΤΤΩΝ, ΒΕΛΤΙΩΝ
Etymology: The word ἀμείνων (ameinōn) is the irregular comparative form of ἀγαθός (agathos, 'good'). Its origin is ancient, tracing back to Proto-Indo-European roots related to strength or excellence.
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
G4623
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: see-oh-PAHN
Translations: to be silent, to keep silent, to be quiet, to hold one's peace
Notes: This word means to be silent or to keep quiet. It is often used in the context of refraining from speaking or making noise. It can be used to describe a person who is silent, or a situation where silence is maintained. It is an infinitive form of the verb.
Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive
Synonyms: ΣΙΓΑΩ, ΗΣΥΧΑΖΩ
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.
G1510
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: EYE-nah-ee
Translations: to be, to exist, to happen, to become
Notes: This is the present active infinitive form of the verb 'to be'. It expresses existence, identity, or a state of being. It can also be used to indicate purpose or result, especially when preceded by the genitive article 'τοῦ' (tou), in which case it can be translated as 'in order to be' or 'for the purpose of being'.
Inflection: Infinitive, Present, Active. Does not inflect for person, number, gender, or case.
Synonyms: ΥΠΑΡΧΩ
G2228, G3588
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Part of Speech: Conjunction, Definite Article, Numeral
Sounds like: AY
Translations: or, the, 8
Notes: This word can function as a conjunction meaning 'or', indicating an alternative or choice between two or more options. It can also be the feminine nominative singular form of the definite article 'the', used to specify a feminine noun that is the subject of a sentence. The '̓' (coronis) indicates that this form is an elision, meaning it's a shortened form of a word like ἤ (e.g., when followed by a vowel). Additionally, the '̓' could be a keraia, indicating the numeral 8.
Inflection: Does not inflect (as conjunction or numeral); Singular, Nominative, Feminine (as definite article)
Etymology: The conjunction ἤ (e.g., from which Ἠ is an elision) is of uncertain origin. The definite article ἡ (from which Ἠ is an elision) comes from Proto-Indo-European. The numeral meaning is derived from the Greek letter eta (Η), which was used to represent the number 8.
G2980
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Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)
Sounds like: lah-LOO-nah
Translations: speaking, talking, proclaiming, saying, a speaking one, a talking one
Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'λαλέω' (laleō), meaning 'to speak' or 'to talk'. It describes someone or something that is in the act of speaking. It can be used to refer to a person who is speaking, or to describe the action of speaking itself, often in a continuous or ongoing sense.
Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Accusative, Singular, Masculine or Feminine or Neuter
Synonyms: ΛΕΓΩΝ, ΦΩΝΟΥΝΤΑ, ΕἸΠΩΝ
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.
G2570
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: kah-LON
Translations: good, beautiful, noble, right, fitting, a good thing, a beautiful thing
Notes: ΚΑΛΟΝ is the neuter singular form of the adjective ΚΑΛΟΣ. It describes something as good, beautiful, noble, excellent, or fitting. It can refer to moral goodness, aesthetic beauty, or practical suitability. It is often used to describe what is morally right or advantageous, or something that is beneficial.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΑΓΑΘΟΣ, ΧΡΗΣΤΟΣ, ΕΥΠΡΕΠΗΣ
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.
G1321
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: dee-DAS-kane
Translations: to teach, to instruct, to explain
Notes: This word means to teach, instruct, or explain. It is used to describe the act of imparting knowledge, skill, or doctrine to others. It can refer to formal teaching in a classroom setting or more general instruction and guidance.
Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive
Synonyms: ΜΑΝΘΑΝΩ, ΠΑΙΔΕΥΩ, ΚΑΤΗΧΕΩ
Etymology: From an iterative form of δάω (daō, "to learn").
G1437
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Part of Speech: Conjunction
Sounds like: eh-AHN
Translations: if, when, whenever, although
Notes: ἘΑΝ is a conditional conjunction used to introduce a protasis (the 'if' clause) in a conditional sentence. It typically takes the subjunctive mood, indicating a condition that is possible, probable, or hypothetical. It can be translated as 'if', 'when', or 'whenever', depending on the nuance of the condition, and sometimes 'although' in concessive clauses.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΕΙ, ὍΤΑΝ
Etymology: ἘΑΝ is a contraction of the conditional particle εἰ (ei, 'if') and the modal particle ἄν (an), which adds a sense of contingency or possibility to the condition.
G3588
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Part of Speech: Definite Article, Relative Pronoun, Letter
Sounds like: OH
Translations: the, who, which, O
Notes: Ο is primarily the masculine singular nominative form of the definite article 'the'. It is used to specify a noun, similar to 'the' in English. It can also function as a relative pronoun, meaning 'who' or 'which', introducing a relative clause. Additionally, 'Ο' is the fifteenth letter of the Greek alphabet, Omicron, which corresponds to the short 'o' sound.
Inflection: Masculine, Singular, Nominative (for the article/relative pronoun); Does not inflect (for the letter)
Etymology: The definite article 'Ο' derives from Proto-Indo-European. The letter 'Ο' (Omicron) is derived from the Phoenician letter 'ayin'.
G3004
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Part of Speech: Participle
Sounds like: leh-GOHN
Translations: saying, speaking, telling
Notes: ΛΕΓΩΝ is the present active participle of the verb λέγω (legō), meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. It is commonly used to introduce direct or indirect speech, functioning similarly to 'saying' or 'speaking' in English. For example, it might be translated as 'he came saying...' or 'they decreed, speaking...'. It describes an ongoing action of speaking or declaring.
Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Masculine, Singular, Nominative
Synonyms: ΛΑΛΩΝ, ΦΩΝΩΝ, ΕΡΩΝ
Etymology: The word λέγω (legō) comes from Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'to collect, gather, pick out'. In Greek, it evolved to mean 'to speak' or 'to say', perhaps from the idea of 'picking out words'.
G4160
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: poy-EH
Translations: do, make, produce, create, perform, cause, practice, accomplish
Notes: This is an inflected form of the verb 'poieō', meaning 'to do' or 'to make'. It is a very common verb in Koine Greek and can be used in a wide variety of contexts to describe actions, creations, or the bringing about of events. Its precise meaning often depends on the context and the direct object it takes.
Inflection: Present, Active, Subjunctive, 2nd Person Singular; or Present, Active, Imperative, 2nd Person Singular
Synonyms: ΠΡΑΤΤΩ, ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ, ΤΙΘΗΜΙ
G1519, G1520
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Part of Speech: Preposition, Numeral
Sounds like: EES
Translations: into, to, for, toward, among, in, a, an, one
Notes: As a preposition, ΕΙΣ (eis) indicates motion or direction towards a place, person, or purpose, often translated as 'into,' 'to,' or 'for.' It always takes the accusative case. For example, 'into the house' or 'to God.' It can also be used to express purpose or result. As a numeral, ΕΙΣ (heis) means 'one' and is the masculine nominative singular form, often translated as 'a,' 'an,' or 'one.'
Inflection: Preposition: Does not inflect. Numeral: Masculine, Nominative, Singular (other forms exist for other genders and cases).
Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΕΝ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *en-s, an extended form of the preposition *en (in).
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'.
G1320
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: di-DAS-ka-los
Translations: teacher, a teacher, master, instructor
Notes: This word refers to a teacher, instructor, or master. It is used to denote someone who imparts knowledge or provides instruction, often in a formal or authoritative capacity. It can be used in various contexts, from a general educator to a religious or philosophical leader.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΚΑΘΗΓΗΤΗΣ, ΡΑΒΒΙ
Etymology: From the Greek verb διδάσκω (didaskō), meaning 'to teach', combined with the suffix -καλος (-kalos), which forms nouns indicating a person who performs the action of the verb. Thus, it literally means 'one who teaches'.
G3739
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Part of Speech: Relative Pronoun, Conjunction
Sounds like: HOS
Translations: who, which, what, that, as, how, when
Notes: The word 'ΟΣ' is a versatile relative pronoun in Koine Greek, meaning 'who,' 'which,' or 'that,' depending on the context and the gender, number, and case it agrees with. It introduces a relative clause, linking it to a preceding noun or pronoun. It can also function as a conjunction, meaning 'as,' 'how,' or 'when,' indicating manner or time.
Inflection: Masculine, Singular, Nominative
Etymology: The word 'ΟΣ' is an ancient Greek word, tracing its origins back to Proto-Indo-European roots. It has been a fundamental part of the Greek language's grammatical structure for millennia, serving to connect clauses and introduce relative information.
G2036
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: EYE-pen
Translations: he said, she said, it said
Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb 'to say' or 'to speak'. It describes an action that occurred in the past, completed at a specific point in time. It is commonly used to introduce direct speech or to report what someone said.
Inflection: Aorist, Active, Indicative, 3rd Person, Singular
Synonyms: ΛΕΓΩ, ΛΑΛΕΩ, ΦΗΜΙ
G1096
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: eh-GEH-neh-toh
Translations: it happened, it came to pass, it became, it was, it came into being
Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist indicative middle/passive of the verb γίνομαι (ginomai). It signifies an event that occurred or a state that came into existence in the past. It is frequently used to introduce a new event or development in a narrative, often translated as 'it happened' or 'it came to pass'. It can also describe something becoming or being made into something else.
Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Middle or Passive Voice, 3rd Person, Singular
Synonyms: ΕΙΜΙ, ΥΠΑΡΧΩ
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Part of Speech: Letter, Numeral, Prefix
Sounds like: AL-fah (as the letter name), ah (as the sound)
Translations: Alpha, A, one, un-, a-
Notes: This is the first letter of the Greek alphabet, equivalent to the English 'A'. It can also function as the numeral '1'. Furthermore, it is commonly used as a prefix (known as the 'alpha privative') when placed before a word, indicating negation, absence, or the opposite of the word's meaning, similar to the English prefixes 'un-' or 'a-'. For example, 'atheist' (without God) comes from 'a-' (without) and 'theos' (God).
Inflection: Does not inflect as a letter or numeral. As a prefix, it modifies the meaning of the word it precedes.
Etymology: The letter 'Alpha' is derived from the Phoenician letter 'aleph', which meant 'ox'. It was adopted by the Greeks and became the first letter of their alphabet.
G4601
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Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)
Sounds like: see-GOHN
Translations: being silent, silent, a silent one
Notes: This word is the present active participle of the verb σιγάω, meaning 'to be silent' or 'to keep silence'. It describes someone who is in the state of being silent or who is a silent person. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun, or substantively, acting as a noun itself.
Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Masculine or Neuter, Nominative or Accusative, Singular
Synonyms: ΣΙΩΠΩΝ, ΗΣΥΧΑΖΩΝ
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.
G4160
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: peh-POY-ee-ken
Translations: he has made, he has done, he has produced, he has performed
Notes: This is a verb meaning 'to make,' 'to do,' 'to produce,' or 'to perform.' It is in the perfect active indicative tense, third person singular. This tense describes an action completed in the past with continuing results or relevance in the present. It can be used in various contexts, such as 'he has made a decision' or 'he has done a good deed.'
Inflection: Perfect, Active, Indicative, Third Person, Singular
Synonyms: ΠΡΑΤΤΩ, ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ
G0514
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: ax-EE-ah
Translations: worthy, deserving, fitting, proper, a worthy thing
Notes: This word describes something or someone as having a certain value, merit, or worth. It is used to indicate that something is deserving of a particular treatment, honor, or consequence, or that it is appropriate and fitting for a given situation. It often implies a correspondence between a person's character or actions and what they receive.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΕΥ̓ΛΟΓΗΤΟΣ, ΕΥ̓ΠΡΕΠΗΣ
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.
G3962
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: PAH-tros
Translations: of a father, of the father, of a parent, of the parent, of God, of the Lord
Notes: This word refers to a father or parent. It is used to indicate possession or origin, often translated as 'of a father' or 'of the father'. In a theological context, it can refer to God as the Father.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine
Synonyms: ΓΕΝΝΗΤΩΡ, ΠΡΟΓΟΝΟΣ
G3056
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: LOH-gon
Translations: word, a word, message, a message, account, an account, reason, a reason, saying, a saying
Notes: This word refers to a word, message, statement, or account. It can also denote reason, speech, or a divine utterance. In a sentence, it often functions as the direct object, indicating what is being spoken, heard, or discussed.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΡΗΜΑ, ΕΠΟΣ, ΜΥΘΟΣ
G2424
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Part of Speech: Proper Noun
Sounds like: ee-ay-SOO
Translations: of Jesus, to Jesus, of Joshua, to Joshua
Notes: This is a proper name, referring to either Jesus Christ or Joshua, the successor of Moses. It is used to identify a specific individual.
Inflection: Singular, Masculine, Genitive or Dative
G2932
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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle, Adjective
Sounds like: kek-TEE-meh-nos
Translations: having acquired, possessing, one who possesses, the one who has, the owner
Notes: This word is a perfect active participle derived from the verb 'κτάομαι' (ktaomai), meaning 'to acquire' or 'to possess'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or a noun, describing someone who has acquired or possesses something. It indicates a state of having or owning something as a result of a past action of acquisition.
Inflection: Perfect, Active, Participle, Masculine, Singular, Nominative
Synonyms: ΕΧΩΝ, ΚΕΚΤΗΜΕΝΟΣ
G0230
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Part of Speech: Adverb
Sounds like: ah-lay-THOHS
Translations: truly, indeed, certainly, verily, in truth, really
Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'truly' or 'indeed'. It is used to emphasize the truthfulness or certainty of a statement, often appearing at the beginning of a clause or phrase to affirm what is being said. It can also be used to confirm something that has been stated.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΟΝΤΩΣ, ΑΜΗΝ, ΒΕΒΑΙΩΣ
G1410
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: doo-NAH-tai
Translations: is able, can, is powerful, has power
Notes: This word means 'to be able', 'to have power', or 'to be strong enough'. It is often used to express capability or possibility, indicating that someone or something possesses the capacity to perform an action or achieve a state. It can be used with an infinitive to mean 'can do something'.
Inflection: Third person, Singular, Present, Indicative, Middle or Passive Voice
Synonyms: ΙΣΧΥΩ, ΕΞΟΥΣΙΑΖΩ, ΚΡΑΤΕΩ
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.
G2271
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: hay-soo-KHEE-as
Translations: of quietness, of rest, of silence, of peace, of tranquility
Notes: This word refers to a state of quietness, rest, or tranquility. It can describe a peaceful or undisturbed condition, often implying a lack of commotion or agitation. It is used to speak about the quality or state of being calm.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine
Synonyms: ΑΝΑΠΑΥΣΙΣ, ΕΙΡΗΝΗ, ΓΑΛΗΝΗ
G0846
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: ow-TOO
Translations: (of) him, his, (of) it, its
Notes: This word is a third-person pronoun. In this genitive singular form, it typically means 'of him,' 'his,' 'of it,' or 'its,' indicating possession or origin. It can refer to a male person or a neuter object/concept.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter
Etymology: The word ΑΥ̓ΤΟΣ (autos) is of uncertain origin, possibly from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'self'. It is an ancient Greek word that has been in continuous use.
G0191
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ah-KOO-ayn
Translations: to hear, to listen, to obey, to understand
Notes: This is a verb meaning 'to hear' or 'to listen'. It can also carry the sense of 'to obey' when used in the context of listening to a command or instruction. It is often used to describe the act of perceiving sound or receiving information through the ears.
Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive
Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΕΧΩ, ΥΠΑΚΟΥΩ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *h₂kowh₂- 'to hear'.
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.
G5046
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: TEH-li-os
Translations: perfect, complete, mature, full-grown, a perfect one, a complete one, a mature one
Notes: This word describes something that has reached its intended end, goal, or full development. It can refer to something that is perfect, complete, or mature, having attained its full potential. It is used to describe individuals who are spiritually mature or fully developed in character, or things that are finished and lacking nothing.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine. This word can also be Feminine or Neuter, and inflects for all cases.
Synonyms: ΟΛΟΚΛΗΡΟΣ, ΑΡΤΙΟΣ, ΠΛΗΡΗΣ
Etymology: From τέλος (telos), meaning "end, goal, purpose." The word describes something that has reached its end or goal, hence complete or perfect.
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'.
G5607
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Part of Speech: Participle, Verb
Sounds like: OHN
Translations: being, who is, which is, he who is, they who are
Notes: This word is the present active participle of the verb 'to be'. It describes a state of being or existence, often functioning like an adjective or a noun. It can be translated as 'being' or 'who is/are' depending on the context, referring to someone or something that is in a particular state or performing an action of being.
Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Masculine, Singular, Nominative
G2980
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: lah-LEH
Translations: speak, talk, say, tell, utter
Notes: This word means to speak or talk, often referring to the act of uttering sounds or words, or engaging in conversation. It can also mean to declare or tell something. It is used in various contexts to describe the act of verbal communication.
Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, Third Person Singular OR Present, Active, Imperative, Second Person Singular
Synonyms: ΛΕΓΩ, ΦΩΝΕΩ, ΕΡΩ
Etymology: The origin of this word is uncertain, but it is thought to be onomatopoeic, imitating the sound of babbling or chattering.
G4238
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: PRAS-see
Translations: to do, to practice, to perform, to accomplish, to act, to carry out
Notes: This word means to do, to practice, or to perform an action. It implies carrying out something, often with a sense of continuous or habitual action, or the result of an action. It can be used in various contexts to describe the execution of tasks, deeds, or activities.
Inflection: Third Person, Singular, Present, Subjunctive, Active
Synonyms: ΠΟΙΕΩ, ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ, ΤΕΛΕΩ
G4601
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Part of Speech: Verb, Adverb
Sounds like: see-GAH
Translations: be silent, keep silent, be quiet, silence, quietly, secretly
Notes: This word can function as a verb, meaning 'to be silent' or 'to keep quiet,' often used as an imperative command. It can also function as an adverb, meaning 'quietly' or 'secretly,' describing how an action is performed. It implies a state of stillness or a lack of noise or speech.
Inflection: Present Active Imperative (2nd person singular), or Adverb
Synonyms: ΣΙΩΠΑΩ, ΗΣΥΧΑΖΩ
Etymology: From the root of σιγή (sigē), meaning 'silence'.
G1097
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ghee-NOH-skee-tai
Translations: be known, be understood, be perceived, be recognized
Notes: This word means 'to be known' or 'to be understood'. It is used to describe something that is perceived or recognized by someone. It is often used in contexts where knowledge or understanding is being conveyed or acquired.
Inflection: Present, Passive, Subjunctive, 3rd Person Singular
Synonyms: ΕΠΙΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΟΙΔΑ, ΜΑΝΘΑΝΩ
G3762
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Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective
Sounds like: oo-DEN
Translations: nothing, none, not any, no one
Notes: This word is a negative pronoun or adjective, meaning 'nothing' or 'no one' when used as a pronoun, and 'not any' or 'no' when used as an adjective. It is a compound word formed from the negative particle οὐ (ou, 'not') and the indefinite pronoun εἷς (heis, 'one'). It is used to express absolute negation.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter
Synonyms: ΜΗΔΕΝ, ΟΥ̓ΔΕΝΟΣ
G2990
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: lan-THA-nei
Translations: escapes notice, is hidden, is unknown, is concealed, does secretly
Notes: This word means to escape notice, to be hidden, or to be unknown. It can also imply doing something secretly or without being observed. It is often used impersonally, meaning 'it escapes notice that...' or 'it is hidden from...'.
Inflection: Third person singular, Present, Indicative, Active
Synonyms: ΚΡΥΠΤΩ, ΑΦΑΝΙΖΩ, ΑΓΝΟΕΩ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *leh₂-dʰ- (to be hidden, to escape notice).
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.
G2962
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: KOO-ree-on
Translations: Lord, a Lord, master, a master, owner, an owner
Notes: This word means 'Lord,' 'master,' or 'owner.' It is frequently used in ancient Greek texts, including the New Testament, to refer to God or Jesus Christ, or to a human master or owner. As an accusative singular form, it typically functions as the direct object of a verb or the object of a preposition, indicating 'the Lord' or 'a Lord' as the recipient of an action.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΔΕΣΠΟΤΗΣ, ΘΕΟΣ
G0235
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Part of Speech: Conjunction
Sounds like: AL-lah
Translations: but, yet, however, nevertheless, on the contrary, rather, moreover, indeed
Notes: This word is a strong adversative conjunction, used to introduce a statement that contrasts with or opposes a preceding statement. It often implies a stronger contrast than 'δέ' (de). It can also be used to introduce an emphatic statement, sometimes translated as 'indeed' or 'moreover'. It is frequently found at the beginning of a clause.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΔΕ, ΠΛΗΝ, ΟΜΩΣ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *h₂el- (other). It is related to other words meaning 'other' or 'different'.
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.
G2927
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: KROOP-tah
Translations: hidden, secret, a hidden thing, a secret thing
Notes: This word describes something that is hidden, concealed, or kept secret. It can refer to things that are not visible, or to information that is not publicly known. It is often used in the plural to refer to 'secret things' or 'hidden places'.
Inflection: Plural, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΑΦΑΝΗΣ, ΑΠΟΚΡΥΦΟΣ
G2249
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: hay-MOHN
Translations: of us, our
Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the first-person personal pronoun, meaning 'of us' or 'our'. It indicates possession or origin related to a group of speakers. For example, it might be used in phrases like 'the house of us' or 'our house'.
Inflection: Plural, Genitive, First Person
G1451
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Part of Speech: Adverb, Adjective, Preposition
Sounds like: eng-GYS
Translations: near, close, at hand, nigh
Notes: This word indicates proximity, either in terms of physical distance (near, close) or temporal closeness (at hand, imminent). It is often used to describe something that is about to happen or is very close in time. It can function adverbially, modifying a verb, or adjectivally, describing a noun, and sometimes as a preposition taking the genitive case.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΠΛΗΣΙΟΝ, ΠΑΡΩΝ
Etymology: The etymology of ἘΓΓΥΣ is uncertain, but it is thought to be related to the root for 'hand' or 'reach', suggesting something within reach.
G0846
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: ow-TOH
Translations: (to) him, (to) her, (to) it, (to) himself, (to) herself, (to) itself
Notes: This word is the dative singular form of the pronoun 'ΑΥ̓ΤΟΣ'. It functions as a personal pronoun meaning 'him', 'her', or 'it' when used as an indirect object, often translated with 'to' or 'for'. It can also function as an intensive pronoun meaning 'himself', 'herself', or 'itself', emphasizing the subject. In some contexts, especially with the definite article, it can act as a demonstrative pronoun meaning 'the same'. Its usage depends heavily on the surrounding context.
Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Feminine or Neuter
G3956
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: PAN-ta
Translations: all, every, everything, all things
Notes: This word means 'all' or 'every'. In its plural neuter form, as seen here, it often translates to 'all things' or 'everything'. It is used to indicate totality or universality, referring to a complete set or collection of items or concepts.
Inflection: Plural, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative or Vocative
Synonyms: ΟΛΟΣ, ΑΠΑΣ
G4160
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: poy-OH-men
Translations: let us make, let us do, we may make, we may do
Notes: This word means to make, do, create, produce, or perform. It is a very common verb in Koine Greek, used in a wide range of contexts to describe actions and accomplishments. It can refer to physical creation, the performance of deeds, or the bringing about of events. The form "ΠΟΙΩΜΕΝ" specifically indicates a first person plural action in the subjunctive mood, often expressing a suggestion, exhortation, or possibility, such as "let us make" or "we may do."
Inflection: First Person Plural, Present, Active, Subjunctive
Synonyms: ΠΡΑΤΤΩ, ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ, ΤΙΘΗΜΙ
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.
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.
G2254
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: HEE-meen
Translations: (to) us, (for) us, us
Notes: This word is the dative plural form of the first-person plural pronoun 'we'. It is used to indicate the indirect object of a verb, meaning 'to us' or 'for us'. It can also signify possession or benefit/detriment for 'us'. For example, it might be used in a sentence like 'He gave the book to us' or 'This is good for us'.
Inflection: First Person, Plural, Dative
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, related to the first-person plural pronoun in other Indo-European languages.
G2730
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: kah-toy-KOON-tos
Translations: of dwelling, of inhabiting, of residing, of living, of settling, of a dweller, of an inhabitant
Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'katoikeō', meaning 'to dwell' or 'to inhabit'. As a genitive singular masculine/neuter participle, it describes someone or something 'of dwelling' or 'of inhabiting'. It can function adjectivally to describe a person or group that dwells in a place, or substantively as 'of a dweller' or 'of an inhabitant'.
Inflection: Participle, Present, Active, Genitive, Singular, Masculine or Neuter
Synonyms: ΟΙΚΟΥΝΤΟΣ, ΕΝΟΙΚΟΥΝΤΟΣ
G2192
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: OH-men
Translations: we had, we held, we possessed
Notes: This is the first person plural, aorist active indicative form of the verb 'ἔχω' (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. It describes an action that was completed in the past by 'we' (the speaker and their group). For example, 'we had' or 'we held'.
Inflection: First Person Plural, Aorist Active Indicative
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *seǵʰ- ('to hold, to have').
G3485
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: NAH-oy
Translations: temples, sanctuaries, shrines
Notes: This word refers to temples or sanctuaries, often specifically the inner sanctuary of a temple where the deity was believed to dwell. It can also refer to a shrine or a sacred dwelling place. In the New Testament, it is sometimes used metaphorically to refer to the body of believers as a temple of God.
Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Vocative
Synonyms: ΙΕΡΟΝ, ΝΕΩΣ
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-.
G2316
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: THEH-os
Translations: God, a God, Lord
Notes: ΘΕΟΣ (theos) is a singular noun meaning 'God' or 'a god'. In Koine Greek, it is frequently used to refer to the singular, supreme God, often with the definite article. It can also refer to a generic deity or even a human figure considered divine. It functions as a subject or object in sentences, depending on its case.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΚΥΡΙΟΣ, ΠΑΤΗΡ
Etymology: The word ΘΕΟΣ is believed to derive from a Proto-Indo-European root, though its precise origin is debated. It has cognates in various Indo-European languages.
G3754
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Part of Speech: Relative Pronoun
Sounds like: OH-per
Translations: the very thing which, which, whatsoever, as, just as
Notes: ΟΠΕΡ is an intensive relative pronoun, meaning 'the very thing which' or 'whatsoever'. It is used to emphasize the preceding noun or idea, often functioning as a stronger form of 'which' or 'what'. It can introduce a clause that specifies or elaborates on something already mentioned, or it can indicate a cause or reason.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: Ο, ΟΣ, ΟΣΠΕΡ
Etymology: ΟΠΕΡ is a compound word formed from the relative pronoun ὅ (ho), meaning 'who, which, what', and the enclitic particle περ (per), which adds emphasis or intensity, often translated as 'just, even, indeed'.
G5316
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: fah-nee-SEH-tai
Translations: will appear, will be revealed, will be seen, will shine
Notes: This word means 'will appear' or 'will be revealed'. It describes something that will become visible or manifest in the future. It is often used to speak of a person or thing becoming evident or clear.
Inflection: Future, Passive, Indicative, 3rd Person, Singular
Synonyms: ΟΦΘΗΣΕΤΑΙ, ΔΕΙΧΘΗΣΕΤΑΙ, ΕΚΦΑΝΗΣΕΤΑΙ
Etymology: From the root *pha-, meaning 'to shine' or 'to show'. It is related to words describing light and manifestation.
G4253
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Part of Speech: Preposition
Sounds like: PRO
Translations: before, in front of, for, on behalf of, in the presence of, prior to, instead of
Notes: This word is a preposition that typically takes the genitive case. It can indicate a spatial relationship, meaning 'before' or 'in front of' something or someone. It can also denote a temporal relationship, meaning 'before' in time, or a causal relationship, meaning 'for' or 'on behalf of' someone or something. In some contexts, it can also mean 'instead of' or 'in the presence of'.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΕΜΠΡΟΣΘΕΝ, ΑΝΤΙ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'before, in front of'. It is cognate with English 'for' and Latin 'pro'.
G4383
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: pro-SO-poo
Translations: of face, of countenance, of presence, of person, of a face, of a countenance, of a presence, of a person
Notes: This word refers primarily to the 'face' or 'countenance' of a person or thing. It can also denote 'presence' or 'appearance'. In a broader sense, it can refer to the 'person' or 'individual' themselves. It is often used in phrases like 'from the face of' or 'before the face of' to mean 'from the presence of' or 'before the presence of'.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Neuter
Synonyms: ΟΨΙΣ, ΕΙΔΟΣ, ΜΟΡΦΗ
Etymology: The word 'ΠΡΟΣΩΠΟΝ' is derived from the Greek preposition 'πρός' (pros), meaning 'to' or 'towards', and 'ὤψ' (ōps), meaning 'eye' or 'face'. It literally means 'that which is before the eyes' or 'that which is turned towards'.
G1537
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Part of Speech: Preposition
Sounds like: ex
Translations: out of, from, of, by, with
Notes: ἘΞ is a preposition that signifies origin, separation, or source. It always governs the genitive case. It can denote movement 'out of' a place, 'from' a point in time or a source, 'of' a material or composition, or 'by' an agent. It often implies a complete separation or a clear point of departure.
Inflection: Does not inflect; always takes the genitive case.
Synonyms: ΑΠΟ, ΕΚ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is cognate with Latin ex and English out.
G1346
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Part of Speech: Adverb
Sounds like: dee-KAH-ee-ohss
Translations: righteously, justly, rightly
Notes: This word describes an action or state that is in accordance with what is right, just, or fair. It indicates that something is done in a righteous or equitable manner, often implying moral correctness or adherence to divine law. It can be used to describe how someone acts or how something is judged.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΟΡΘΩΣ, ΕΥΘΕΩΣ
G4160
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: poy-OH-men
Translations: we may do, we may make, we may perform, we may create
Notes: The word "ἈΑΠΩΜΕΝ" appears to be a misspelling or a garbled form of "ΠΟΙΩΜΕΝ" (poiōmen), which is the first-person plural present subjunctive of the verb ποιέω (poieō). This form means "we may do" or "we may make." It is used to express a possibility, a wish, or a purpose, often in clauses introduced by conjunctions like ἵνα (hina, 'in order that') or ὅπως (hopōs, 'how, in order that').
Inflection: First Person, Plural, Present, Subjunctive, Active
Synonyms: ΠΡΑΤΤΩ, ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ
G0846
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: ow-TON
Translations: him, it, himself, itself
Notes: This word is a third-person pronoun, typically meaning 'him' or 'it' when used as a personal pronoun. It can also be used intensively to mean 'himself' or 'itself', emphasizing the subject or object. It refers to a previously mentioned male person or a neuter object.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine or Neuter
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