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Ignatius’ Letter to the Ephesians, Chapter 2
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G4012
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Part of Speech: Preposition
Sounds like: PEH-ree
Translations: about, concerning, around, for, on behalf of, with respect to, at, near
Notes: This word is a preposition that can take either the genitive or accusative case, and its meaning changes depending on the case of the noun it governs. When used with the genitive case, it typically means 'about', 'concerning', 'for', or 'on behalf of'. When used with the accusative case, it usually indicates spatial 'around', 'about' (in the sense of movement or position), 'at', or 'near'. It can also be used as a prefix in compound words, adding a sense of 'around' or 'excessive'.
Inflection: Governs Genitive or Accusative case; Does not inflect itself
Synonyms: ΥΠΕΡ, ΑΜΦΙ, ΕΠΙ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *peri, meaning 'around, about'. It is cognate with English 'peri-' (as in 'perimeter') and Latin 'per'.
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.
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.
G4889
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: soon-DOO-loo
Translations: of a fellow servant, of a fellow slave, of a fellow bondservant
Notes: This is a compound word formed from the preposition "σύν" (syn), meaning "with" or "together," and "δοῦλος" (doulos), meaning "servant" or "slave." It refers to someone who is a fellow servant or fellow slave, indicating a shared status or service with another person. It is used to describe someone who serves alongside another, often in a subordinate capacity.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine
Synonyms: ΣΥΝΕΡΓΟΣ, ΣΥΝΔΙΑΚΟΝΟΣ
G1700
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: moo
Translations: of me, my, mine
Notes: ΜΟΥ is the genitive singular form of the first-person personal pronoun, meaning "of me," "my," or "mine." It indicates possession or origin, similar to how "my" or "mine" is used in English. It can be used with nouns to show ownership (e.g., "my house") or with verbs to indicate the source or object of an action (e.g., "he heard of me").
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Common Gender
G1007
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Part of Speech: Proper Noun
Sounds like: BOOR-roo
Translations: Burrus
Notes: This is a proper noun, referring to Burrus, a common Roman cognomen (surname). In the provided context, it refers to a specific individual named Burrus, who is described as a fellow servant and deacon. It is used to identify a person.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine
Etymology: The name Burrus is of Latin origin, derived from the Roman cognomen Burrus, which means 'red' or 'reddish-brown'. It was a common surname in ancient Rome.
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.
G2316
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: theh-ON
Translations: God, a God
Notes: This word refers to God, a god, or a deity. It is used as the direct object in a sentence, indicating the recipient of an action or the one being referred to. For example, one might 'worship God' (where 'God' would be in the accusative case).
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΚΥΡΙΟΣ, ΔΕΣΠΟΤΗΣ
G1249
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: dee-ah-KO-noo
Translations: of a servant, of a minister, of a deacon
Notes: This word refers to one who serves, a servant, or a minister. In a religious context, it can specifically refer to a deacon, an office in the early Christian church. It describes someone who performs duties, often in a subordinate or assisting role, or who acts as an agent or intermediary. It is used here in the genitive case, indicating possession or relationship.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine
Synonyms: ΔΟΥΛΟΥ, ΥΠΗΡΕΤΟΥ
G5216
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: hoo-MOHN
Translations: (of) you, your
Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the second-person personal pronoun, meaning 'of you' or 'your' when referring to multiple people. It indicates possession, origin, or relationship concerning a group of people being addressed. For example, it might be used in phrases like 'the house of you' (your house) or 'from among you'.
Inflection: Second Person, Plural, Genitive
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.
G3956
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: PAH-sin
Translations: to all, for all, with all, by all, in all
Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'all' or 'every'. It is used to indicate totality or completeness, often modifying a noun to show that something applies to every member of a group or every part of a whole. In this dative plural form, it typically translates as 'to all', 'for all', 'with all', or 'in all', depending on the context.
Inflection: Plural, Dative, Masculine, Feminine or Neuter
Synonyms: ΟΛΟΣ, ΑΠΑΣ
G2127
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Part of Speech: Participle
Sounds like: yoo-loh-gee-MEH-noo
Translations: (of) blessed, (of) praised, (of) well-spoken of
Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle, meaning 'blessed' or 'praised'. It describes someone or something that has received a blessing or is highly regarded. It is often used to refer to someone who is divinely favored or spoken well of.
Inflection: Perfect, Passive, Participle, Masculine or Neuter, Singular, Genitive
Synonyms: ΜΑΚΑΡΙΟΣ, ΕΥ̓ΦΗΜΟΣ
G2172
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: YOO-kho-mai
Translations: pray, wish, vow, make a vow
Notes: This word means to pray, to wish, or to make a vow. It is often used in the context of addressing God or a deity, expressing a desire or a solemn promise. It is a deponent verb, meaning it has a middle or passive form but an active meaning.
Inflection: First Person, Singular, Present Tense, Middle/Passive Voice, Indicative Mood
Synonyms: ΔΕΟΜΑΙ, ΠΡΟΣΕΥΧΟΜΑΙ
Etymology: From a primary verb, probably akin to the root of εὔχομαι (euchomai), meaning 'to speak out, to declare, to pray'.
G3887
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: pah-rah-MEH-nai
Translations: to remain, to abide, to continue, to persevere, to stay
Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to remain,' 'to abide,' or 'to continue.' It implies staying in a particular place, state, or relationship, often with a sense of endurance or persistence. It can be used to describe someone staying in a location, or continuing in a certain condition or commitment.
Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive
Synonyms: ΜΕΝΩ, ΥΠΟΜΕΝΩ, ΔΙΑΜΕΝΩ
G0846
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: ow-TON
Translations: him, it, himself, itself
Notes: This word is a third-person pronoun, typically meaning 'him' or 'it' when used as a personal pronoun. It can also be used intensively to mean 'himself' or 'itself', emphasizing the subject or object. It refers to a previously mentioned male person or a neuter object.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine or Neuter
G1519
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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'.
G5092
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: tee-MEN
Translations: honor, a price, value, respect, dignity, a sum, a reward
Notes: This word refers to honor, respect, or dignity. It can also denote a price, value, or a sum of money paid for something. It is used to describe the esteem in which someone or something is held, or the monetary worth of an item.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΔΟΞΑ, ΑΞΙΑ, ΜΙΣΘΟΣ
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.
G1985
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ep-is-KO-poo
Translations: of an overseer, of a bishop, of a superintendent
Notes: This word refers to an overseer, superintendent, or bishop. It describes someone who has the responsibility of watching over or supervising others, often in a religious or administrative capacity. It is used here in the genitive case, indicating possession or relationship, such as 'of an overseer'.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine
Synonyms: ΠΡΕΣΒΥΤΕΡΟΣ, ΠΟΙΜΗΝ
G2835
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: KROK-os
Translations: saffron, a saffron
Notes: This word refers to saffron, a spice derived from the flower of Crocus sativus. It was highly valued in ancient times for its culinary, medicinal, and dyeing properties. It is used as a singular noun.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine
Etymology: From an Oriental word, possibly Semitic in origin, referring to the saffron plant.
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'.
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
G0514
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: AX-ee-os
Translations: worthy, deserving, fit, suitable, a worthy one, a deserving one
Notes: This word describes something or someone as being worthy, deserving, or suitable for a particular purpose, action, or reward. It can be used to express that someone is 'worthy of' something, often followed by a genitive case, or 'deserving of' a certain fate or honor. It implies a correspondence between the quality of a person or thing and what is due to them.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine. This adjective can inflect for gender (masculine, feminine, neuter), number (singular, plural), and case (nominative, genitive, dative, accusative).
Synonyms: ΕΥΛΟΓΗΤΟΣ, ΔΙΚΑΙΟΣ, ΕΥΠΡΕΠΗΣ
Etymology: The word ἈΞΙΟΣ comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to drive, to weigh'. It is related to the idea of balance and weighing, thus leading to the concept of worth or value.
G1510
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Part of Speech: Participle
Sounds like: ON
Translations: being, existing, a being, that which is
Notes: This word is a present active participle, meaning 'being' or 'existing'. It describes something that is in a state of being or existence. As a neuter singular form, it often refers to 'that which is' or 'a being', and can function as a noun.
Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΥΠΑΡΧΟΝ, ΓΙΝΟΜΕΝΟΝ
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ex-em-PLA-ree-on
Translations: example, a example, pattern, a pattern, copy, a copy
Notes: This word refers to an example, pattern, or copy. It is used to denote something that serves as a model or a representation of something else. It is a neuter noun, often used in the nominative or accusative case.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter
Synonyms: ΥΠΟΔΕΙΓΜΑ, ΤΥΠΟΣ, ΜΙΜΗΜΑ
Etymology: This word is a direct loanword from the Latin 'exemplarium', meaning 'a copy, transcript, pattern, example'. It entered Koine Greek through contact with Latin.
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.
G0575
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Part of Speech: Preposition
Sounds like: AF
Translations: from, away from, by, of
Notes: This word is an elided form of the preposition ΑΠΟ (APO), which means 'from' or 'away from'. The final vowel of ΑΠΟ is dropped (elided) when it precedes a word that begins with a vowel and a rough breathing mark (indicated by the apostrophe-like symbol over the vowel). It indicates separation, origin, or cause, often translated as 'from' or 'away from'. It can also denote the agent 'by' or the source 'of'.
Inflection: Does not inflect (preposition)
Synonyms: ΕΚ, ΠΑΡΑ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *apo- 'off, away'. It is cognate with Latin ab, English off, and German ab.
G0026
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ah-GAH-pays
Translations: of love, of charity, of affection, of goodwill
Notes: This word refers to a deep, unconditional love, often described as 'charity' in older translations. It is a noun in the genitive case, indicating possession or relationship, so it often translates as 'of love' or 'belonging to love'. It is used to describe divine love, brotherly love, or the love between people.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine
Synonyms: ΦΙΛΙΑ, ΕΡΩΣ, ΣΤΟΡΓΗ
Etymology: The word ἀγάπη (agapē) is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek. It was used in the Septuagint and the New Testament to translate the Hebrew word 'ahavah' (love), and it came to signify a distinct type of selfless, divine love, differentiating it from other Greek words for love like 'eros' (passionate love) or 'philia' (friendship love).
G618
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ah-peh-LAH-bon
Translations: received back, received, took back, got back
Notes: This is a verb in the aorist active indicative, meaning 'they received back' or 'they took back'. It is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'back', and the verb λαμβάνω (lambanō), meaning 'to take' or 'to receive'. The prefix ἀπό often implies separation, completion, or return, so ἀπολαμβάνω specifically means to receive something back, or to receive one's due or share.
Inflection: Third Person, Plural, Aorist, Active, Indicative
Synonyms: ΚΟΜΙΖΩ, ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ
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
G1691
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: MEH
Translations: me
Notes: This word is the first-person singular pronoun 'me' in the accusative case. It is used as the direct object of a verb or as the object of certain prepositions, indicating the recipient of an action or the object being affected.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, First Person
Etymology: The word ΜΕ (me) derives from the ancient Greek first-person singular pronoun. Its form has remained largely consistent throughout various stages of the Greek language.
G0373
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: an-eh-PAH-oo-sen
Translations: he rested, he refreshed, he gave rest, he caused to rest, he ceased
Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to cause to rest,' 'to refresh,' or 'to give rest.' It can also mean 'to cease' or 'to take rest' oneself. In the provided form, it describes an action completed in the past by a singular subject, indicating that 'he' or 'it' performed the action of resting or refreshing.
Inflection: Third Person, Singular, Aorist, Active, Indicative
Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑΠΑΥΩ, ἈΝΑΨΥΧΩ
Etymology: From ἀνά (aná, 'up, again') and παύω (paúō, 'to make cease, to stop'). The combination suggests a cessation or rest that is complete or renewed.
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.
G3962
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: pa-TEER
Translations: father, a father, parent, ancestor
Notes: This word refers to a father, a male parent, or an ancestor. It can also be used metaphorically to refer to God as the Father of humanity or of believers. It is typically used in a nominative case when it is the subject of a sentence.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΓΕΝΝΗΤΩΡ, ΠΡΟΓΟΝΟΣ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'father'. It is a very ancient word found across many Indo-European languages.
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
G5547
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: khri-STOO
Translations: of Christ, of the Anointed One, of the Messiah
Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of 'ΧΡΙΣΤΟΣ' (Christos), meaning 'Anointed One' or 'Messiah'. It refers to the one chosen and consecrated by God, particularly Jesus. As a genitive case, 'ΧΡΙΣΤΟΥ' indicates possession, origin, or relationship, often translated as 'of Christ' or 'belonging to Christ'. It can be used to describe something that pertains to Christ or is from Christ.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine
Synonyms: ΜΕΣΣΙΑΣ, ΕΚΛΕΚΤΟΣ
G0405
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ah-nah-PSY-xai
Translations: to refresh, to revive, to recover breath, to be refreshed, to be revived
Notes: This word means to refresh, revive, or recover breath. It can refer to physical refreshment, like cooling off or catching one's breath, or to spiritual or emotional renewal. It implies a restoration of strength or vitality after exertion or distress.
Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive
Synonyms: ἈΝΑΚΑΙΝΙΖΩ, ἈΝΑΖΩΠΥΡΕΩ
Etymology: The word is a compound of ἀνά (ana), meaning 'up' or 'again', and ψύχω (psycho), meaning 'to cool' or 'to breathe'. It literally means 'to cool again' or 'to breathe again'.
G0260
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Part of Speech: Adverb, Preposition
Sounds like: AH-mah
Translations: at the same time, together, with, at once, simultaneously
Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'at the same time' or 'together'. It emphasizes simultaneity or togetherness of actions or people. It can also function as an improper preposition, taking the dative case, to mean 'together with' or 'with'.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΟΜΟΥ, ΣΥΝ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is related to words signifying 'together' or 'at the same time' in various Indo-European languages.
G3682
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Part of Speech: Proper Noun
Sounds like: oh-NAY-see-moh
Translations: Onesimus
Notes: Onesimus is a Greek proper name meaning 'profitable' or 'useful'. It refers to a specific individual, notably a slave mentioned in the New Testament book of Philemon, who became a Christian and was sent back to his master by the Apostle Paul. The name is used to identify this person in various contexts.
Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine
Etymology: From the Greek word ὀνησις (onēsis), meaning 'profit' or 'usefulness', derived from the verb ὀνίνημι (onínēmi), meaning 'to benefit' or 'to be useful'.
G1017
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Part of Speech: Proper Noun
Sounds like: BOOR-rhoh
Translations: Burrhus, Bourrhus
Notes: This is a proper noun, a male personal name. It refers to a specific individual named Burrhus or Bourrhus. It is used in the context of referring to a person by their given name.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine
Etymology: The name is of Latin origin, likely a transliteration of the Roman cognomen 'Burrus'.
G2118
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: yoo-PLEH-oh
Translations: to have a good voyage, to sail well, to sail prosperously
Notes: This word describes the act of sailing or making a voyage successfully and prosperously. It implies favorable conditions for travel by sea, such as good winds or a smooth journey. It is a compound word formed from 'εὖ' (eu), meaning 'well' or 'good', and 'πλέω' (pleō), meaning 'to sail'.
Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive
Synonyms: ΠΛΕΩ, ΔΙΑΠΛΕΩ
Etymology: The word ΕΥ̓ΠΛΕΩ is a compound of the adverb εὖ (eu), meaning 'well' or 'good', and the verb πλέω (pleō), meaning 'to sail'. It literally means 'to sail well'.
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Part of Speech: Proper Noun
Sounds like: fron-TOH-nee
Translations: to Phronton, for Phronton
Notes: This is the dative singular form of the proper noun Phronton. It refers to a person named Phronton. The dative case indicates the indirect object of a verb or the recipient of an action, often translated with 'to' or 'for'.
Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine
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
G3956
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: PAN-tas
Translations: all, every, everyone, the whole
Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'all' or 'every'. It is used to indicate the totality of something or someone. In this form, it is used for masculine nouns in the accusative plural, meaning 'all (of them)' or 'everyone'. It can also be used substantively to refer to 'all people' or 'everyone'.
Inflection: Accusative, Plural, Masculine
Synonyms: ΟΛΟΣ, ΑΠΑΣ
G5210
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: hoo-MAS
Translations: you, you all
Notes: This is a second-person plural personal pronoun, meaning 'you' or 'you all'. It is in the accusative case, indicating that it functions as the direct object of a verb or the object of certain prepositions. For example, it would be used in a sentence like 'He saw you all'.
Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Second Person, All genders
G0026
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ah-gah-PAYN
Translations: love, a love, charity
Notes: This word refers to a deep, unconditional affection or benevolent love. It is often used in a spiritual or divine sense, but can also refer to human love. In a sentence, it would typically function as the object of a verb or preposition, indicating the recipient or focus of an action related to love.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΦΙΛΙΑ, ΕΡΩΣ
G3708
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: EE-don
Translations: I saw, I beheld, I perceived
Notes: This is the first person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb 'to see' or 'to perceive'. It describes a completed action of seeing or perceiving that occurred in the past. It is often used to indicate a direct observation or a profound understanding.
Inflection: Aorist, Active, Indicative, 1st Person Singular
Synonyms: ΒΛΈΠΩ, ΘΕΆΟΜΑΙ, ΓΙΝΏΣΚΩ
G3685
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: oh-NAI-meen
Translations: may I benefit, may I profit, may I be helped, may I have joy, may I be useful
Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to benefit,' 'to profit,' or 'to be helped.' It is often used in a wish or prayer, expressing a desire for advantage or joy from something or someone. For example, it could be used in a phrase like 'may I benefit from you' or 'may I have joy from you.'
Inflection: First Person, Singular, Middle Voice, Optative Mood, Aorist Tense
Synonyms: ΩΦΕΛΕΩ, ΣΥΝΤΕΛΕΩ
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'.
G3956
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: PAN-tos
Translations: (of) all, (of) every, (of) whole, (of) each
Notes: This word is an inflected form of the adjective 'ΠΑΣ' (pas), meaning 'all' or 'every'. As a genitive form, it indicates possession or relationship, often translated with 'of'. It can refer to a part of a whole, or to the entirety of something. For example, 'of all things' or 'of every person'.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter
Synonyms: ΟΛΟΣ, ΑΠΑΣ
G1437
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Part of Speech: Conjunction
Sounds like: eh-ahn-PER
Translations: if indeed, if perhaps, provided that, if only
Notes: This word is a compound conjunction formed from 'ἐάν' (if) and 'περ' (indeed, very). It is used to introduce a conditional clause, emphasizing the certainty or possibility of the condition. It can be translated as 'if indeed' or 'provided that', indicating a strong or emphatic condition. It is often used to express a condition that is expected or hoped to be true.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΕἸΠΕΡ, ἘΑΝ
Etymology: The word ἘΑΝΠΕΡ is a compound of the conjunction ἘΑΝ (ean), meaning 'if', and the particle ΠΕΡ (per), which adds emphasis, meaning 'indeed' or 'very'.
G5599
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Part of Speech: Interjection
Sounds like: OH
Translations: O, Oh
Notes: This word is an interjection used for direct address, exclamation, or to express strong emotion such as wonder, lament, or appeal. It often precedes a noun in the vocative case, indicating a direct address to someone or something.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European.
G4241
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Part of Speech: Participle, Adjective, Adverb
Sounds like: PREH-pon
Translations: fitting, proper, suitable, becoming, appropriate, as is fitting, as is proper
Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'πρέπω' (prepo), meaning 'to be fitting' or 'to be proper'. It describes something that is suitable, appropriate, or becoming for a particular situation or person. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun, or adverbially, describing how something is done. For example, it might describe an action that is done 'as is fitting' or 'properly'.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative, Present Active Participle
Synonyms: ΑΡΜΟΖΟΝ, ΚΑΘΗΚΟΝ, ΕΥΠΡΕΠΕΣ
Etymology: The word 'πρέπω' (prepo) is of uncertain origin, possibly related to words meaning 'to be conspicuous' or 'to stand out', which then developed the sense of 'to be fitting' or 'to be proper' because something that stands out in a good way is appropriate.
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'.
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
G5158
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: TRO-pon
Translations: way, manner, a way, a manner, custom, a custom, fashion, a fashion
Notes: This word refers to a way, manner, or custom in which something is done. It describes the method or style of an action or event. For example, it can be used to say 'in this way' or 'after the manner of'.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΟΔΟΣ, ΜΕΘΟΔΟΣ, ΕΘΟΣ
G1392
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: dox-AH-zeen
Translations: to glorify, to praise, to honor, to magnify, to esteem, to exalt
Notes: This word means to glorify, praise, or honor someone or something. It is often used to describe the act of giving glory to God or a deity, acknowledging their greatness and majesty. It can also refer to showing respect or esteem for a person or thing, or to making something appear glorious or splendid. It is a verb that indicates an action of bestowing honor or recognition.
Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive
Synonyms: ΑΙΝΕΩ, ΥΜΝΕΩ, ΤΙΜΑΩ
G2424
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Part of Speech: Proper Noun
Sounds like: ee-ay-SOON
Translations: Jesus, Joshua
Notes: This is a proper name, the Greek form of the Hebrew name 'Joshua'. It refers primarily to Jesus Christ, the central figure of Christianity. It can also refer to other individuals named Joshua in the Old Testament or other historical figures. In a sentence, it functions as the direct object of a verb or the object of a preposition.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine
Etymology: The Greek name ἸΗΣΟΥΣ (Iēsous) is a transliteration of the Hebrew name יְהוֹשֻׁעַ (Yehoshua), meaning 'Yahweh is salvation' or 'Yahweh saves'.
G5547
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: KHRIS-ton
Translations: Christ, the Christ, Anointed One, the Anointed One
Notes: This word refers to the 'Anointed One' or 'Messiah'. In the New Testament, it is primarily used as a title for Jesus, signifying his role as the promised deliverer. It is often used with the definite article 'the' (the Christ) or as a proper name (Christ). As an accusative form, it would typically function as the direct object of a verb or the object of certain prepositions.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΜΕΣΣΙΑΣ, ΚΥΡΙΟΣ
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.
G1392
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Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)
Sounds like: dox-AH-san-tah
Translations: having glorified, who glorified, the one who glorified
Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb 'δοξάζω' (doxazo), meaning 'to glorify' or 'to honor'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has already been completed by the subject. In this form, it refers to 'the one who glorified' or 'having glorified'.
Inflection: Aorist Active Participle, Accusative, Masculine, Singular
Synonyms: ΤΙΜΑΩ, ΑΙΝΕΩ, ΥΜΝΕΩ
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.
G1520
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Part of Speech: Numeral, Adjective
Sounds like: mee-AH
Translations: one, a, an
Notes: ΜΙΑ is the feminine form of the numeral 'one'. It can be used to indicate a single unit or as an indefinite article, similar to 'a' or 'an' in English. It agrees in gender, number, and case with the noun it modifies.
Inflection: Singular, Feminine, Nominative or Accusative
G5292
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: hoo-po-ta-GAY
Translations: subjection, submission, obedience, a subjection, a submission, an obedience
Notes: This word refers to the act of placing oneself under the authority, control, or discipline of another. It implies a voluntary or compelled yielding to a higher power or rule. It is often used in contexts of spiritual or social hierarchy, indicating a state of being subject to someone or something.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΥΠΑΚΟΗ, ΠΕΙΘΑΡΧΙΑ
Etymology: The word ΥΠΟΤΑΓΗ (hypotagē) is derived from the verb ΥΠΟΤΑΣΣΩ (hypotassō), meaning 'to place under, to subject'. It is formed from the preposition ΥΠΟ (hypo), meaning 'under', and ΤΑΣΣΩ (tassō), meaning 'to arrange, to order'.
G2675
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Part of Speech: Participle, Adjective
Sounds like: kah-tar-TIS-meh-noy
Translations: equipped, prepared, perfected, restored, complete, made ready, fitted, trained, adjusted
Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle, meaning 'having been equipped' or 'having been perfected'. It describes something or someone that has been thoroughly prepared, made complete, or restored to a proper condition. It can be used to describe individuals who are fully trained or made fit for a purpose, or things that have been mended or put in order.
Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Masculine, Perfect Passive Participle
Synonyms: ΕΤΟΙΜΟΙ, ΠΛΗΡΕΙΣ, ΤΕΛΕΙΟΙ
G5293
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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle
Sounds like: hoo-po-TAS-so-meh-noy
Translations: submitting, being subject, obeying, being obedient
Notes: This word is a compound verb, formed from 'ὑπό' (under) and 'τάσσω' (to arrange, to order). It means to place oneself under the authority or command of another, to submit, or to be obedient. It implies a voluntary act of submission or a state of being subject to someone or something. It is often used in contexts of social or spiritual hierarchy.
Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive Voice, Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Plural
Synonyms: ΠΕΙΘΑΡΧΕΩ, ΥΠΑΚΟΥΩ
Etymology: From Ancient Greek ὑπό (hypó, “under”) + τάσσω (tássō, “to arrange, to order”).
G3588
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Part of Speech: Definite Article
Sounds like: TOH
Translations: to the, for the, by the, with the, in the
Notes: ΤΩ is the dative singular form of the definite article 'the'. It indicates the indirect object of a verb or the means/instrument by which an action is performed. It can also be used to indicate location or association, often translated with prepositions like 'to', 'for', 'by', 'with', or 'in'.
Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Neuter
G1985
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ep-is-ko-POH
Translations: to oversee, to inspect, to visit, to look after, to supervise
Notes: This verb means to look over, inspect, or supervise. It implies a careful examination or oversight, often with the purpose of providing care or direction. It can be used in contexts of managing affairs, visiting people, or observing events.
Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, First Person Singular (I oversee); or Present, Active, Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Singular (overseeing)
Synonyms: ΕΦΟΡΑΩ, ΠΡΟΣΕΧΩ, ΕΠΙΜΕΛΕΟΜΑΙ
Etymology: The word is a compound of the preposition ΕΠΙ (epi), meaning 'upon' or 'over', and the verb ΣΚΟΠΕΩ (skopeō), meaning 'to look' or 'to observe'. Thus, it literally means 'to look over' or 'to oversee'.
G4244
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: Pres-by-TEH-ree-oh
Translations: (to) a presbytery, (to) the presbytery, (to) a council of elders, (to) the council of elders
Notes: This word refers to a body or council of elders, often in a religious or ecclesiastical context. It denotes a group of older, respected individuals who hold authority or leadership positions within a community or church. It is used to indicate the recipient or beneficiary of an action, or the place where an action occurs.
Inflection: Singular, Dative, Neuter
Synonyms: ΓΕΡΟΥΣΙΑ
Etymology: From Ancient Greek πρεσβύτερος (presbúteros, “elder”) + -ιον (-ion, diminutive suffix). It refers to a body of elders.
G1510
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: AY-teh
Translations: you were, you have been
Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'to be', specifically indicating a past state or action for a group of people (you all). It is used to describe what someone or something was in the past, similar to 'you were' in English. For example, 'you were holy' or 'you were there'.
Inflection: Second person plural, Imperfect Indicative Active
G0037
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Part of Speech: Verb, Adjective
Sounds like: hee-gee-AH-smeh-noy
Translations: sanctified, holy, consecrated, set apart, the sanctified ones, those who have been sanctified
Notes: This word is the perfect passive participle of the verb 'ἁγιάζω' (hagiazo), meaning 'to sanctify' or 'to make holy'. As a participle, it describes someone or something that has been sanctified or made holy. It can function as an adjective, describing a noun (e.g., 'the sanctified people'), or as a substantive (acting like a noun), referring to 'those who have been sanctified' or 'the holy ones'. It implies a state of being set apart for God's purposes.
Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Masculine, Perfect, Passive, Participle
Synonyms: ΑΓΙΟΙ, ΚΕΚΑΘΑΡΙΣΜΕΝΟΙ
Etymology: The word ἁγιάζω (hagiazo) comes from ἅγιος (hagios), meaning 'holy' or 'sacred'. It refers to the act of setting something apart for sacred use or making it pure.
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