Ignatius’ Letter to the Ephesians Chapter 8, Interlinear version from Ignatius of Antioch (Beta)

Ignatius’ Letter to the Ephesians, Chapter 8

Interlinear version from Ignatius of Antioch (Beta)

8:1

ΜΗ
- MĒ
- not
ΟΥ̓Ν
- OUN
- therefore
ΤΙΣ
- TIS
- anyone
ΥΜΑΣ
- YMAS
- you
ἘΞΑΠΑΤΑΤΩ
- EXAPATATŌ
- let-deceive
ΩΣΠΕΡ
- ŌSPER
- just-as
ΟΥ̓ΔΕ
- OUDE
- not-even
ἘΞΑΠΑΤΑΣΘΕ
- EXAPATASTHE
- you-are-deceived
ΟΛΟΙ
- OLOI
- all
ὈΝΤΕΣ
- ONTES
- being
ΘΕΟΥ
- THEOU
- of-God
ΟΤΑΝ
- OTAN
- whenever
ΓΑΡ
- GAR
- for
ΜΗΔΕΜΙΑ
- MĒDEMIA
- no
ἘΡΙΣ
- ERIS
- strife
ἘΝΗΡΕΙΣΤΑΙ
- ENĒREISTAI
- has-been-stirred-up
ἘΝ
- EN
- in
ΥΜΙΝ
- YMIN
- you
Η
- Ē
- or
ΔΥΝΑΜΕΝΗ
- DYNAMENĒ
- able
ΥΜΑΣ
- YMAS
- you
ΒΑΣΑΝΙΣΑΙ
- BASANISAI
- to-torment
ἈΡΑ
- ARA
- therefore
ΚΑΤΑ
- KATA
- according-to
ΘΕΟΝ
- THEON
- God
ΖΗΤΕ
- ZĒTE
- seek
ΠΕΡΙΨΗΜΑ
- PERIPSĒMA
- offscouring
ΥΜΩΝ
- YMŌN
- of-you
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ΑΓΝΙΖΟΜΑΙ
- AGNIZOMAI
- I-purify
ΥΜΩΝ
- YMŌN
- of-you
ἘΦΕΣΙΩΝ
- EPHESIŌN
- Ephesian
ἘΚΚΛΗΣΙΑΣ
- EKKLĒSIAS
- congregation
ΤΗΣ
- TĒS
- the
ΔΙΑΒΟΗΤΟΥ
- DIABOĒTOU
- well-known
ΤΟΙΣ
- TOIS
- to-the
ΑἸΩΣΙΝ
- AIŌSIN
- ages

8:2

ΟΙ
- OI
- the
ΣΑΡΚΙΚΟΙ
- SARKIKOI
- fleshly-ones
ΤΑ
- TA
- the
ΠΝΕΥΜΑΤΙΚΑ
- PNEUMATIKA
- spiritual-things
ΠΡΑΣΣΕΙΝ
- PRASSEIN
- to-do
ΟΥ̓
- OU
- not
ΔΥΝΑΤΑΙ
- DYNATAI
- are-able
ΟΥ̓ΔΕ
- OUDE
- nor
ΟΙ
- OI
- the
ΠΝΕΥΜΑΤΙΚΟΙ
- PNEUMATIKOI
- spiritual-ones
ΤΑ
- TA
- the
ΣΑΡΚΙΚΑ
- SARKIKA
- fleshly-things
ΩΣΠΕΡ
- ŌSPER
- just-as
ΟΥ̓ΔΕ
- OUDE
- nor
Η
- Ē
- the
ΠΙΣΤΙΣ
- PISTIS
- faith
ΤΑ
- TA
- the
ΤΗΣ
- TĒS
- of-the
ἈΠΙΣΤΙΑΣ
- APISTIAS
- unfaithfulness
ΟΥ̓ΔΕ
- OUDE
- nor
Η
- Ē
- the
ἈΠΙΣΤΙΑ
- APISTIA
- unfaithfulness
ΤΑ
- TA
- the
ΤΗΣ
- TĒS
- of-the
ΠΙΣΤΕΩΣ
- PISTEŌS
- faith
Α
- A
- what
ΔΕ
- DE
- but
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- also
ΚΑΤΑ
- KATA
- according-to
ΣΑΡΚΑ
- SARKA
- flesh
ΠΡΑΣΣΕΤΕ
- PRASSETE
- you-do
ΤΑΥΤΑ
- TAUTA
- these-things
ΠΝΕΥΜΑΤΙΚΑ
- PNEUMATIKA
- spiritual
ἘΣΤΙΝ
- ESTIN
- are
ἘΝ
- EN
- in
ἸΗΣΟΥ
- IĒSOU
- Jesus
ΓΑΡ
- GAR
- for
ΧΡΙΣΤΩ
- CHRISTŌ
- Anointed-One
ΠΑΝΤΑ
- PANTA
- all-things
ΠΡΑΣΣΕΤΕ
- PRASSETE
- you-do

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.

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'.

G5101

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Part of Speech: Interrogative Pronoun, Indefinite Pronoun, Interrogative Adjective

Sounds like: TEES

Translations: who, what, which, what kind of, someone, something, anyone, anything, a certain one, a certain thing

Notes: ΤΙΣ is a versatile pronoun and adjective in Koine Greek. As an interrogative, it asks 'who?', 'what?', or 'which?'. As an indefinite, it means 'someone', 'something', 'anyone', or 'anything', often implying an unspecified person or thing. Its meaning depends heavily on context and whether it has an accent.

Inflection: Singular or Plural, Masculine, Feminine, or Neuter, Nominative, Genitive, Dative, or Accusative. It is a highly inflected word.

Etymology: The word ΤΙΣ is an ancient Greek word, tracing its origins back to Proto-Indo-European roots. It has cognates in many other Indo-European languages, indicating its long history and fundamental role in language.

G1818

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eks-ah-pah-TAH-toh

Translations: let him deceive, let him mislead, let him delude

Notes: This word is a compound verb meaning 'to deceive thoroughly' or 'to mislead completely'. It is used to command or urge someone not to allow themselves to be deceived or to deceive others. It emphasizes the act of leading someone astray from the truth, often through trickery or false appearances. As a compound word, it combines 'ἐκ' (ek, 'out of, from') and 'ἀπατάω' (apatao, 'to deceive').

Inflection: Third person, Singular, Present, Active, Imperative

Synonyms: ΑΠΑΤΑΩ, ΠΛΑΝΑΩ, ΔΟΛΙΟΩ

G5618

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Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction

Sounds like: OH-sper

Translations: just as, as, even as, like, in the same way as

Notes: This word functions as a comparative adverb or conjunction, meaning 'just as' or 'even as'. It is used to introduce a clause that draws a comparison or analogy, indicating that something is happening or is true in the same manner or degree as something else. It emphasizes the similarity between two things or actions.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΚΑΘΩΣ, ΩΣ, ΚΑΘΑΠΕΡ

Etymology: From the adverb ὡς (hōs, "as") and the particle περ (per, "indeed, very"), emphasizing the comparison.

G3761

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Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction

Sounds like: oo-DEH

Translations: not even, neither, nor, and not

Notes: This is a compound word formed from the negative particle 'οὐ' (not) and the conjunction 'δέ' (but, and). It is used to emphasize a negation, meaning 'not even' or 'neither/nor'. It can connect clauses or phrases, indicating that something is also not true or not happening. For example, it can be used in a sentence like 'He did not go, nor did he send anyone.'

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΥ̓, ΜΗΔΕ, ΜΗ

Etymology: From the negative particle 'οὐ' (not) and the postpositive conjunction 'δέ' (but, and).

G3752

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Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: OH-tan

Translations: when, whenever, as often as, at the time that

Notes: This word is a conjunction or adverb used to introduce a temporal clause, indicating a point in time or a condition. It means 'when' or 'whenever,' suggesting that something happens at a specific moment or repeatedly under certain circumstances. It is often followed by the subjunctive mood in Koine Greek.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΤΕ, ΗΝΙΚΑ

Etymology: From the conjunction ὅτε (hote, 'when') and the particle ἄν (an, indicating potential or contingency).

G1063

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Part of Speech: Particle

Sounds like: gar

Translations: for, because, indeed, then, therefore

Notes: This word is a postpositive particle, meaning it typically appears second in a clause. It introduces a reason, explanation, or confirmation for what has just been stated. It can also indicate a logical consequence or a transition in thought, often translated as 'for' or 'because'. In some contexts, it can simply add emphasis or affirm a statement.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΟΤΙ, ΕΠΕΙ, ΟΥΝ

Etymology: The particle ΓΑΡ is believed to be a contraction of the particles γε (ge) meaning 'indeed' or 'at least' and ἄρα (ara) meaning 'then' or 'therefore'. It has been in use since ancient Greek.

G3367

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Part of Speech: Adjective, Pronoun

Sounds like: may-DEH-mee-ah

Translations: no one, nothing, not any, no

Notes: ΜΗΔΕΜΙΑ is the feminine singular form of the negative indefinite pronoun/adjective ΜΗΔΕΙΣ. It is a compound word formed from ΜΗΔΕ (mēde), meaning 'not even', and ΜΙΑ (mia), meaning 'one'. It is used to express a complete negation, indicating 'not even one' or 'no one/nothing at all'. It functions similarly to 'no' or 'not any' when modifying a noun, or as a pronoun meaning 'no one' or 'nothing'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΟΥΔΕΙΣ

Etymology: The word ΜΗΔΕΙΣ is a compound of the negative particle ΜΗ (mē), meaning 'not', and ΕΙΣ (heis), meaning 'one'. The particle ΜΗ is used for subjective or conditional negations, often in prohibitions or with infinitives and participles. ΕΙΣ is the numeral 'one'.

G2054

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: EH-ris

Translations: strife, contention, dispute, quarrel, a strife, a contention

Notes: This word refers to a state of conflict, disagreement, or rivalry. It can describe a verbal dispute, a quarrel, or a more general sense of discord and contention between individuals or groups. It is often used in contexts describing negative social interactions.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΜΑΧΗ, ΔΙΧΟΣΤΑΣΙΑ, ἘΡΙΘΕΙΑ

Etymology: The origin of this word is uncertain, but it is thought to be related to the Greek verb 'ἐρίζω' (erizō), meaning 'to quarrel' or 'to contend'.

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.

G3588, G3739, G2228

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Part of Speech: Definite Article, Relative Pronoun, Conjunction, Interjection

Sounds like: AY

Translations: the, who, which, or, oh, ah

Notes: This word is most commonly used as the definite article 'the' in Koine Greek, specifically as the feminine nominative singular form (e.g., 'the cry') or the neuter nominative/accusative plural form. It can also function as a relative pronoun meaning 'who' or 'which' (feminine nominative singular). Additionally, it can be a conjunction meaning 'or' or an interjection expressing surprise or emotion, similar to 'oh' or 'ah'. Its meaning is highly dependent on context.

Inflection: Feminine, Nominative, Singular (Definite Article or Relative Pronoun); Neuter, Nominative or Accusative, Plural (Definite Article); Does not inflect (Conjunction or Interjection)

Etymology: The Greek definite article and related forms derive from a Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronoun. The conjunction and interjection forms have separate, though related, origins within Proto-Indo-European.

G1410

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Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: doo-NAH-meh-nee

Translations: being able, able, powerful, having power, capable, a capable one, a powerful one

Notes: This word is a present middle/passive participle derived from the verb 'δύναμαι' (dynamai), meaning 'to be able' or 'to have power'. It describes someone or something that possesses the ability or capacity to do something. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun, or substantively, acting as a noun itself, referring to 'one who is able' or 'that which is able'.

Inflection: Singular, Present, Middle/Passive, Feminine, Nominative

Synonyms: ΙΣΧΥΟΥΣΑ, ΕΞΟΥΣΙΑΖΟΥΣΑ

G0686, G0685

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Part of Speech: Particle, Noun

Sounds like: AH-rah

Translations: then, therefore, so, consequently, perhaps, indeed, is it that?, curse, an imprecation

Notes: The word 'ἈΡΑ' can function as a particle or a noun. As a particle, it is used to introduce a question, often expecting a negative answer, or to draw an inference, meaning 'then' or 'therefore'. It can also express a degree of uncertainty or possibility, translating to 'perhaps' or 'indeed'. As a noun, 'ἈΡΑ' refers to a curse or an imprecation, a solemn utterance intended to invoke a supernatural power to inflict harm or punishment on someone or something.

Inflection: As a particle, it does not inflect. As a noun, it is Feminine, Singular, Nominative.

Synonyms: ΟΥ̓Ν, ΤΟΙΓΑΡΟΥΝ, ΚΑΤΑΡΑ

Etymology: The particle 'ἈΡΑ' is of uncertain origin, possibly an onomatopoeic exclamation. The noun 'ἈΡΑ' (curse) is also of uncertain origin, possibly related to the verb 'ἀράομαι' (araomai) meaning 'to pray, to curse'.

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.

G2212

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ZAY-teh

Translations: seek, look for, demand, require, ask for, desire

Notes: This word means to seek, search for, inquire, or demand. It is used to describe the act of looking for something or someone, or to demand or require something. It can also mean to desire or ask for something. In the provided examples, it is used in the imperative, commanding someone to seek or look for something.

Inflection: Present, Active, Imperative, Second Person Plural

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΖΗΤΕΩ, ΑΙΤΕΩ, ΕΡΕΥΝΑΩ

Etymology: The word ζητέω (zēteō) is of uncertain origin, but it is thought to be related to the Proto-Indo-European root *gʷih₃-t- meaning 'to seek, to ask'.

G4067

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: peh-RIP-see-mah

Translations: offscouring, refuse, scum, a refuse, an offscouring

Notes: This word refers to something that is scraped off or rubbed away, often implying worthless or discarded material. It can be used metaphorically to describe people who are considered worthless, despised, or the lowest of society, like 'scum' or 'refuse'. It is a compound word formed from 'περί' (around) and 'ψῆμα' (a rubbing, a scrap).

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΣΚΥΒΑΛΟΝ, ΑΠΟΒΛΗΜΑ

Etymology: From 'περί' (around) and 'ψῆμα' (a rubbing, a scrap), which comes from 'ψάω' (to rub, to wipe). It literally means 'that which is rubbed off all around'.

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.

G0048

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ag-NEE-zoh-my

Translations: to purify oneself, to cleanse oneself, to consecrate oneself

Notes: This verb means to purify or cleanse oneself, often in a ritual or ceremonial sense, but it can also refer to moral purification. It implies making oneself holy or clean, typically through a specific act or process. It is used when someone takes action to make themselves pure.

Inflection: Present, Middle Voice, Indicative, 1st Person Singular

Synonyms: ΚΑΘΑΡΙΖΩ, ΑΓΙΑΖΩ

Etymology: From the adjective ἁγνός (hagnos), meaning 'pure' or 'holy'. The verb form implies the act of making oneself pure.

G1577

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ek-klee-SEE-as

Translations: of church, of assembly, of congregation

Notes: This word refers to a gathering or assembly of people, often with a religious or political purpose. In the New Testament, it commonly refers to the Christian church or a local congregation of believers. It is a compound word formed from 'ἐκ' (out of) and 'καλέω' (to call), meaning 'a calling out' or 'an assembly of those called out'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΑΓΩΓΗ, ΟΜΙΛΙΑ, ΠΛΗΘΟΣ

Etymology: The word ἘΚΚΛΗΣΙΑ is derived from the Greek preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the verb καλέω (kaleō), meaning 'to call'. It originally referred to an assembly of citizens called out from their homes for public business.

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.

G1266

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: dee-ah-boh-ee-TOH-oo

Translations: (of) well-known, (of) famous, (of) widely reported

Notes: This word describes something or someone that is widely known, famous, or has been extensively reported. It is a compound word formed from διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'throughout', and βοάω (boaō), meaning 'to cry out' or 'to shout'. Thus, it literally means 'cried out through' or 'shouted throughout', indicating widespread renown or public knowledge.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΣΗΜΟΣ, ΕΝΔΟΞΟΣ

G3588

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Part of Speech: Definite Article, Pronoun, Interjection

Sounds like: OY

Translations: the, who, they, oh

Notes: ΟΙ is primarily the masculine plural nominative form of the definite article, meaning 'the'. It is used to specify a group of masculine nouns that are the subject of a sentence. It can also function as a demonstrative pronoun, meaning 'these' or 'they', referring to a group of people or things previously mentioned. Less commonly, it can be an interjection, similar to 'oh' or 'alas'.

Inflection: Masculine, Plural, Nominative

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, related to demonstrative pronouns and articles in other Indo-European languages.

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.

G4238

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: PRAS-sane

Translations: to do, to practice, to perform, to accomplish, to act, to exact, to demand

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to do, to practice, or to perform an action. It can refer to carrying out a task, accomplishing something, or engaging in a particular activity. It can also imply the act of exacting or demanding something, such as payment.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΠΟΙΕΩ, ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ, ΤΕΛΕΩ

Etymology: From an uncertain root, possibly related to an earlier form meaning 'to pass through' or 'to travel', which evolved to mean 'to accomplish' or 'to do'.

G4559

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: sar-ki-KAH

Translations: carnal, fleshly, worldly, human, of the flesh, things of the flesh

Notes: This word describes something related to the flesh, human nature, or the physical world, often in contrast to spiritual matters. It can refer to human weakness, earthly desires, or things that are merely human in origin or character. It is used to describe actions, thoughts, or people that are governed by the physical or unregenerate nature rather than by the Spirit.

Inflection: Plural, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΣΑΡΚΙΝΟΣ, ΚΟΣΜΙΚΟΣ, ΑΝΘΡΩΠΙΝΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΣΑΡΚΙΚΟΣ (sarkikos) is derived from the Greek word ΣΑΡΞ (sarx), meaning 'flesh'. It describes something pertaining to or characteristic of the flesh.

G4102

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PIS-tis

Translations: faith, belief, trust, a faith, a belief, a trust, faithfulness, conviction

Notes: This word refers to faith, belief, or trust, particularly in a religious or moral sense. It signifies a firm conviction or persuasion concerning the truth of something, often implying a corresponding reliance upon it. It can also refer to faithfulness or trustworthiness. It is commonly used in contexts of believing in God or Christ, or demonstrating loyalty and fidelity.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΕΠΟΙΘΗΣΙΣ, ΕΛΠΙΣ, ΑΛΗΘΕΙΑ

Etymology: From the verb πείθω (peithō), meaning 'to persuade, to trust'. It refers to the state of being persuaded or convinced, leading to trust or belief.

G0570

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-pis-TEE-ah

Translations: unbelief, faithlessness, distrust, an unbelief

Notes: This word refers to a state of lacking faith, trust, or conviction. It can describe a general absence of belief, a specific act of distrust, or a condition of being unconvinced. It is often used in contrast to 'faith' or 'belief'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ἈΠΕΙΘΕΙΑ, ΔΥΣΠΙΣΤΙΑ

Etymology: This word is a compound noun formed from the negative prefix 'ἀ-' (a-, meaning 'not' or 'without') and 'πίστις' (pistis, meaning 'faith' or 'trust'). Thus, it literally means 'not faith' or 'without faith'.

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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.

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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.

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: PRAS-seh-teh

Translations: you do, you practice, you perform, you accomplish, do!, practice!, perform!, accomplish!

Notes: This word means to do, practice, perform, or accomplish something. It can refer to carrying out an action, engaging in a habit, or achieving a result. It is often used in the sense of 'to be engaged in' or 'to be occupied with'.

Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative or Imperative, 2nd Person, Plural

Synonyms: ΠΟΙΕΩ, ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word ΠΡΑΣΣΩ (prassō) comes from an older form *πράττω (prattō), which is related to the noun πρᾶξις (praxis), meaning 'a doing' or 'action'. Its ultimate origin is uncertain, but it is thought to be of pre-Greek origin or from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to pass over, to cross, to accomplish'.

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