Ignatius’ Letter to the Magnesians Chapter 11, Interlinear version from Ignatius of Antioch (Beta)

Ignatius’ Letter to the Magnesians, Chapter 11

Interlinear version from Ignatius of Antioch (Beta)

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ΤΑΥΤΑ
- TAUTA
- these
ΔΕ
- DE
- but
ἈΓΑΠΗΤΟΙ
- AGAPĒTOI
- beloved-ones
ΜΟΥ
- MOU
- of-me
ΟΥ̓Κ
- OUK
- not
ἘΠΕΙ
- EPEI
- since
ἘΓΝΩΝ
- EGNŌN
- I-knew
ΤΙΝΑΣ
- TINAS
- some
ἘΞ
- EX
- out-of
ΥΜΩΝ
- YMŌN
- of-you
ΟΥΤΩΣ
- OUTŌS
- thus
ἘΧΟΝΤΑΣ
- ECHONTAS
- having
ἈΛΛ
- ALL
- but
ΩΣ
- ŌS
- as
ΜΙΚΡΟΤΕΡΟΣ
- MIKROTEROS
- smaller
ΥΜΩΝ
- YMŌN
- of-you
ἈΓΚΙΣΤΡΑ
- AGKISTRA
- hooks
ΤΗΣ
- TĒS
- of-the
ΚΕΝΟΔΟΞΙΑΣ
- KENODOXIAS
- empty-glory
ἈΛΛΑ
- ALLA
- but
ΠΕΠΛΗΡΟΦΟΡΗΣΘΑΙ
- PEPLĒROPHORĒSTHAI
- to-be-fully-assured
ἘΝ
- EN
- in
ΤΗ
- TĒ
- the
ΓΕΝΝΗΣΕΙ
- GENNĒSEI
- birth
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ΤΩ
- TŌ
- the
ΠΑΘΕΙ
- PATHEI
- suffering
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ΤΗ
- TĒ
- the
ἈΝΑΣΤΑΣΕΙ
- ANASTASEI
- resurrection
ΤΗ
- TĒ
- the
ΓΕΝΟΜΕΝΗ
- GENOMENĒ
- having-happened
ἘΝ
- EN
- in
ΚΑΙΡΩ
- KAIRŌ
- time
ΤΗΣ
- TĒS
- of-the
ΗΓΕΜΟΝΙΑΣ
- ĒGEMONIAS
- governorship
ΠΟΝΤΙΟΥ
- PONTIOU
- of-Pontius
ΠΙΛΑΤΟΥ
- PILATOU
- of-Pilate
ΠΡΑΧΘΕΝΤΑ
- PRACHTHENTA
- having-been-done
ἈΛΗΘΩΣ
- ALĒTHŌS
- truly
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ΒΕΒΑΙΩΣ
- BEBAIŌS
- certainly
ΥΠΟ
- YPO
- by
ἸΗΣΟΥ
- IĒSOU
- Jesus
ΧΡΙΣΤΟΥ
- CHRISTOU
- Anointed-One
ΤΗΣ
- TĒS
- of-the
ἘΛΠΙΔΟΣ
- ELPIDOS
- hope
ΗΜΩΝ
- ĒMŌN
- of-us
ΗΣ
- ĒS
- of-which
ἘΚΤΡΑΠΗΝΑΙ
- EKTRAPĒNAI
- to-be-turned-away
ΜΗΔΕΝΙ
- MĒDENI
- by-no-one
ΥΜΩΝ
- YMŌN
- of-you
ΓΕΝΟΙΤΟ
- GENOITO
- may-it-happen

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.

G0027

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-gah-pay-TOY

Translations: beloved, dear, a beloved one, a dear one

Notes: This word describes someone who is loved or dear. It is often used to address someone affectionately, like 'my beloved' or 'dear friends'. It can also refer to a specific person who is highly esteemed or cherished. In the provided examples, it appears in the plural, referring to 'your beloved ones' or 'your dear ones'.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΦΙΛΟΙ, ΕΚΛΕΚΤΟΙ

Etymology: The word 'Ἀγαπητός' (agapetos) is derived from the verb 'ἀγαπάω' (agapaō), meaning 'to love'. It signifies someone who is loved or worthy of love.

G3756

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Part of Speech: Adverb, Particle

Sounds like: OOK

Translations: not, no

Notes: This word is a negative particle used to express absolute negation. It typically precedes verbs, adjectives, or adverbs to deny or contradict a statement. It is used when the negation is a statement of fact, as opposed to a hypothetical or willed negation. It has variant forms like οὐ (ou) before a consonant and οὐχ (ouch) before a rough breathing.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΜΉ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'not'. It is an ancient negative particle found in various Indo-European languages.

G1893

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Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: eh-PEI

Translations: since, because, for, when, after, inasmuch as

Notes: This word functions as a conjunction or adverb, introducing a clause that provides a reason, cause, or time. As a conjunction, it can mean 'since' or 'because' when indicating a cause, or 'when' or 'after' when indicating time. As an adverb, it can mean 'for' or 'inasmuch as'. It often introduces a dependent clause that explains the main clause.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΟΤΙ, ΚΑΘΟΤΙ, ΕΠΕΙΔΗ

Etymology: From the preposition ἐπί (epi, 'upon, on') and the particle εἰ (ei, 'if'). It originally meant 'upon the condition that' or 'when'.

G5100

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Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: TEE-nas

Translations: who, what, some, any, some people, any people, some things, any things

Notes: ΤΙΝΑΣ is an inflected form of the pronoun/adjective ΤΙΣ. It serves as both an interrogative (asking 'who?' or 'what?') and an indefinite (meaning 'someone,' 'something,' 'some,' or 'any'). In this form, it is the masculine or feminine, plural, accusative case. It can be used to ask about the identity of multiple people or things, or to refer to an unspecified group of people or things.

Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine or Feminine

G2192

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Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: EKH-on-tas

Translations: having, holding, possessing, those having, the ones holding

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'ἔχω' (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. As a participle, it functions both as a verb, indicating an action, and as an adjective, modifying a noun. In this form, it describes individuals or things that are in the process of having or holding something.

Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Accusative, Plural, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΚΕΚΤΗΜΕΝΟΥΣ, ΚΑΤΕΧΟΝΤΑΣ

Etymology: The verb ἔχω (echō) comes from Proto-Indo-European *seǵʰ-, meaning 'to hold, to have'. It is a fundamental verb in Greek, with cognates in other Indo-European languages.

G0243

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Part of Speech: Prefix

Sounds like: ALL

Translations: other, another, different, foreign

Notes: This is a prefix form of the word 'ἄλλος' (allos), meaning 'other' or 'another'. It is used to form compound words that convey the idea of something being different, foreign, or belonging to another group. For example, 'ἀλλογενῶν' means 'of other races', 'ἀλλότριοι' means 'strangers' or 'foreigners', and 'ἀλλόφυλους' means 'foreigners' or 'of another tribe'.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a prefix)

Synonyms: ΕΤΕΡΟΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *alyos, meaning 'other, another'. It is related to Latin alius and English else.

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.

G0044

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ang-KIS-trah

Translations: hook, a hook, fishhook, a fishhook, barb, a barb

Notes: This word refers to a hook, particularly a fishhook or a barb. It is used to describe an instrument with a curved or bent shape, often used for catching fish or as a piercing point. In a broader sense, it can metaphorically refer to something that ensnares or traps.

Inflection: Singular or Plural, Nominative or Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΕΛΕΑΡ, ΠΑΓΙΣ

Etymology: The word ἈΓΚΙΣΤΡΑ (ankistra) is derived from the Greek word ἄγκιστρον (ankistron), which itself comes from ἄγκος (ankos), meaning 'bend' or 'hollow'. It is related to words describing things that are bent or hooked.

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.

G2755

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: keh-noh-dox-EE-as

Translations: (of) vainglory, (of) empty glory, (of) conceit, (of) a vainglory

Notes: This word is a compound noun formed from 'κενός' (kenos), meaning 'empty' or 'vain', and 'δόξα' (doxa), meaning 'glory' or 'opinion'. It refers to the state of having empty or vain glory, often translated as vainglory or conceit. It describes an excessive and unjustified pride in one's own achievements or qualities, often seeking praise or recognition for things that are not truly substantial or meaningful. It is typically used to describe a negative character trait.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΛΑΖΟΝΕΙΑ, ΥΠΕΡΗΦΑΝΙΑ

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'.

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

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Part of Speech: Definite Article, Pronoun

Sounds like: TAY

Translations: to the, for the, by the, with the, in the, who, which

Notes: This word is the dative singular feminine form of the definite article, meaning 'to the', 'for the', 'by the', 'with the', or 'in the' when used with a feminine noun in the dative case. It can also function as a relative pronoun, meaning 'who' or 'which', referring to a feminine antecedent. It is used to specify a particular feminine noun or to introduce a relative clause.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine

Etymology: The Greek definite article derives from Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronouns. It developed from an earlier demonstrative pronoun in Ancient Greek.

G1080

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Part of Speech: Noun, Verb

Sounds like: gen-NEE-see

Translations: birth, begetting, offspring, a birth, you will bear, you will beget

Notes: This word can function as a noun meaning 'birth' or 'offspring,' or as a verb meaning 'you will bear' or 'you will beget.' As a noun, it refers to the act of giving birth or the result of that act. As a verb, it indicates a future action of bringing forth or producing. Its meaning depends on the grammatical context in which it is used.

Inflection: Noun: Singular, Dative, Feminine; Verb: Future, Active, Indicative, 2nd Person Singular

Synonyms: ΓΕΝΕΣΙΣ, ΤΙΚΤΩ, ΦΥΩ

Etymology: The root word ΓΕΝΝΑΩ (gennaō) comes from the Greek word ΓΕΝΟΣ (genos), meaning 'race, stock, family.' It refers to the act of procreation or bringing into existence.

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.

G3958

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-THEH-ee

Translations: to suffer, to experience, to undergo, to endure, to feel

Notes: This word is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'πάσχω' (pascho), meaning 'to suffer' or 'to experience'. It indicates an action of suffering or undergoing something, without specifying the subject or tense, often used in conjunction with other verbs. It can refer to both positive and negative experiences, though it often carries the connotation of hardship or pain.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΥΠΟΜΕΝΩ, ΑΝΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΑΚΟΠΑΘΕΩ

Etymology: The verb πάσχω (pascho) comes from an ancient Indo-European root related to feeling or experiencing. It is the root of many English words related to emotion and suffering, such as 'pathos' and 'sympathy'.

G1096

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Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: geh-no-MEH-nee

Translations: having become, having happened, having come to pass, being, arising, a woman having become, a thing having happened

Notes: This word is a feminine, singular, aorist middle participle of the verb 'γίνομαι' (ginomai), meaning 'to become,' 'to happen,' 'to come into being,' or 'to be.' As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred or is occurring, often functioning adjectivally or adverbially. It can describe a female person or a feminine noun that has undergone the action of becoming or happening.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle Voice, Participle, Singular, Feminine, Nominative

Synonyms: ΓΕΝΟΜΕΝΟΣ, ΓΕΝΟΜΕΝΟΝ

G2540

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: kahee-ROH

Translations: to time, to season, to opportunity, to a proper time, to a fixed time, to a due season, to a critical time

Notes: This word refers to a specific, opportune, or appointed time, often implying a critical or decisive moment. It is distinct from 'chronos' (χρόνος), which refers to chronological or sequential time. 'Kairos' emphasizes the qualitative aspect of time, focusing on the right or fitting moment for something to happen. It is used in contexts where a particular event or action is expected or appropriate.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΩΡΑ, ΧΡΟΝΟΣ

G5259

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Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: hoo-POH

Translations: under, by, from, with, subject to, at the hand of

Notes: This word is a common preposition in Koine Greek. Its meaning varies depending on the grammatical case of the noun it governs. When used with the genitive case, it typically indicates the agent or cause ('by', 'from'). With the dative case, it denotes a static position 'under' something. When used with the accusative case, it signifies motion 'under' or 'into subjection to'.

Inflection: Does not inflect, but governs the Genitive, Dative, and Accusative cases.

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'under'. It is cognate with English 'up' and 'over', showing a shared root related to position.

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

G1680

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: el-PEE-dos

Translations: of hope, of a hope

Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of the noun 'hope'. It refers to an expectation, a confident anticipation, or a trust in something. As a genitive case, it often indicates possession, origin, or the object of an action, hence 'of hope' or 'belonging to hope'. It is commonly used to express the concept of having or lacking hope.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΙΣΤΙΣ, ΠΕΠΟΙΘΗΣΙΣ

Etymology: The word 'Ἐλπίς' (elpis) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to hope, to expect'. It is related to the verb 'ἐλπίζω' (elpizō), meaning 'to hope' or 'to expect'.

G3588, G3739, G3778, G5101

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Part of Speech: Definite Article, Pronoun

Sounds like: HAYS

Translations: (of) the, (of) who, (of) which, (of) this, (of) that, (of) what

Notes: The word "ΗΣ" is a versatile form in Koine Greek, primarily functioning as the genitive singular for masculine and feminine nouns. It can be the genitive singular of the definite article 'the', indicating possession or relationship. It can also be the genitive singular of the relative pronoun 'who/which', connecting clauses, or the demonstrative pronoun 'this/that', pointing to something specific. Additionally, it can be the genitive singular of the interrogative pronoun 'what/who', used in questions.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Feminine

G1624

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ek-tra-PEH-nai

Translations: to turn aside, to turn away, to deviate, to go astray, to be perverted

Notes: This word is an aorist passive infinitive of the verb 'ektrepō', meaning 'to turn out' or 'to turn aside'. It is a compound word formed from 'ek' (out of, from) and 'trepō' (to turn). In the passive voice, it means 'to be turned aside' or 'to be diverted'. It can be used to describe someone or something being led away from a path, a purpose, or a correct course of action, often implying a deviation into error or a wrong direction.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΤΡΕΠΩ, ΕΚΚΛΙΝΩ, ΠΑΡΕΚΒΑΙΝΩ

Etymology: The word ΕΚΤΡΕΠΩ is formed from the preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the verb τρέπω (trepō), meaning 'to turn'. This combination signifies the action of turning something out of its course or away from its original position.

G3367

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Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: may-DEH-nee

Translations: to no one, to nothing, for no one, for nothing, by no one, by nothing, with no one, with nothing, in no one, in nothing

Notes: This word is an indefinite negative pronoun or adjective, meaning 'no one' or 'nothing'. It is used to express a complete absence or negation of something or someone. It is often used in prohibitions or to state that something is not done by anyone or to anything. As a pronoun, it stands in place of a noun, and as an adjective, it modifies a noun. It is a compound word formed from the negative particle ΜΗ (mē, 'not') and ΕΙΣ (heis, 'one').

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΟΥΔΕΙΣ, ΟΥΔΕΝΙ

G1096

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: GEH-noi-toh

Translations: let it be, may it be, so be it, amen

Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'to become' or 'to happen'. In this specific form, it is in the optative mood, which expresses a wish, a prayer, or a strong desire. It is often translated as 'let it be' or 'may it happen', similar to the English 'amen' when used to affirm a statement or prayer.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle, Optative, 3rd Person, Singular

Synonyms: ἘΙΗ, ΓΕΝΗΘΗΤΩ

Etymology: The word ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ comes from an ancient Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to come into being' or 'to be born'.

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