Ignatius’ Letter to the Magnesians Chapter 15, Interlinear version from Ignatius of Antioch (Beta)

Ignatius’ Letter to the Magnesians, Chapter 15

Interlinear version from Ignatius of Antioch (Beta)

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ἈΣΠΑΖΟΝΤΑΙ
- ASPAZONTAI
- they-greet
ΥΜΑΣ
- YMAS
- you
ἘΦΕΣΙΟΙ
- EPHESIOI
- Ephesians
ἈΠΟ
- APO
- from
ΣΜΥΡΝΗΣ
- SMYRNĒS
- Smyrna
ΟΘΕΝ
- OTHEN
- from-where
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- also
ΓΡΑΦΩ
- GRAPHŌ
- I-write
ΥΜΙΝ
- YMIN
- to-you
ΠΑΡΟΝΤΕΣ
- PARONTES
- being-present
ΕἸΣ
- EIS
- into
ΔΟΞΑΝ
- DOXAN
- glory
ΘΕΟΥ
- THEOU
- of-God
ΩΣΠΕΡ
- ŌSPER
- just-as
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- also
ΥΜΕΙΣ
- YMEIS
- you
ΟΙ
- OI
- the-ones
ΚΑΤΑ
- KATA
- according-to
Π
- P
- all
ΠΑΝΤΑ
- PANTA
- things
ΜΕ
- ME
- me
ἈΝΕΠΑΥΣΑΝ
- ANEPAUSAN
- refreshed
ΑΜΑ
- AMA
- together-with
ΠΟΛΥΚΑΡΠΩ
- POLYKARPŌ
- Polycarp
ἘΠΙΣΚΟΠΩ
- EPISKOPŌ
- overseer
ΣΜΥΡΝΑΙΩΝ
- SMYRNAIŌN
- of-Smyrnaeans
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ΑΙ
- AI
- the
ΛΟΙΠΑΙ
- LOIPAI
- remaining
ΔΕ
- DE
- also
ἘΚΚΛΗΣΙΑΙ
- EKKLĒSIAI
- congregations
ἘΝ
- EN
- in
ΤΙΜΗ
- TIMĒ
- honor
ἸΗΣΟΥ
- IĒSOU
- of-Jesus
ΧΡΙΣΤΟΥ
- CHRISTOU
- Anointed-One
ἈΣΠΑΣΟΝΤΑΙ
- ASPASONTAI
- will-greet
ΥΜΑΣ
- YMAS
- you
ἘΡΡΩΣΘΕ
- ERHRŌSTHE
- farewell
ἘΝ
- EN
- in
ΟΜΟΝΟΙΑ
- OMONOIA
- harmony
ΘΕΟΥ
- THEOU
- of-God
ΚΕΚΤΗΜΕΝΟΙ
- KEKTĒMENOI
- having-possessed
ἈΔΙΑΚΡΙΤΟΝ
- ADIAKRITON
- undivided
ΠΝΕΥΜΑ
- PNEUMA
- breath
ΟΣ
- OS
- who
ἘΣΤΙΝ
- ESTIN
- is
ἸΗΣΟΥΣ
- IĒSOUS
- Jesus
ΧΡΙΣΤΟΣ
- CHRISTOS
- Anointed-One

G4667

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Part of Speech: Proper Noun, Noun

Sounds like: SMOOR-nays

Translations: of Smyrna, of myrrh

Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of 'Smyrna' (a city) or 'myrrh' (a fragrant gum resin). It can refer to the city of Smyrna, an ancient Greek city in Anatolia, or to the aromatic substance myrrh, which was used for perfumes, incense, and embalming. Its meaning depends on the context of the sentence.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Etymology: The word 'Smyrna' (the city) is of uncertain origin, possibly from an Anatolian language. The word 'myrrh' comes from a Semitic root, referring to its bitter taste.

G3606

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Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: O-THEN

Translations: from where, whence, wherefore, therefore, for which reason

Notes: This word is an adverb that can indicate either origin or consequence. It is used to ask or state 'from where' something comes or originates. It can also be used to mean 'therefore' or 'for which reason', indicating a logical conclusion or cause.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΟ, ΔΙΑ ΤΟΥΤΟ, ΟΠΟΥ

Etymology: From the demonstrative stem *ho- (meaning 'this' or 'that') combined with the suffix -θεν, which indicates origin or source. It is related to other adverbs of place and origin in Greek.

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.

G1125

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: GRA-foh

Translations: I write, I draw, I record, I inscribe

Notes: This verb means 'to write' or 'to draw'. It is commonly used to describe the act of putting words or symbols onto a surface, such as paper or a tablet. It can also refer to the act of recording information or composing a text.

Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, First Person Singular

Synonyms: ΕΓΓΡΑΦΩ, ΚΑΤΑΓΡΑΦΩ, ΑΝΑΓΡΑΦΩ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *gerbh- 'to scratch, to carve'. In ancient Greek, it evolved to mean 'to scratch, to draw, to write'.

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'.

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.

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.

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.

G0373

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-neh-PAH-oo-san

Translations: they rested, they refreshed, they ceased, they gave rest, they caused to rest

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from ἀνά (ana, meaning 'up' or 'again') and παύω (pauō, meaning 'to cease' or 'to stop'). It means to cause someone or something to rest, to give rest, or to rest oneself, to cease from labor, or to find refreshment. It is often used in the context of finding relief or ceasing from an activity.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Indicative, 3rd Person, Plural

Synonyms: ΚΟΠΙΑΩ, ἩΣΥΧΑΖΩ, ΚΑΤΑΠΑΥΩ

Etymology: The word ἀναπαύω is derived from the prefix ἀνά (ana), meaning 'up' or 'again', and the verb παύω (pauō), meaning 'to stop' or 'to cease'.

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'.

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Part of Speech: Definite Article, Relative Pronoun, Interjection, Prefix, Numeral

Sounds like: AI

Translations: the, who, which, alas, oh, 11

Notes: The word 'ΑΙ' can function in several ways in Koine Greek. Most commonly, it is the feminine nominative plural form of the definite article, meaning 'the' (referring to multiple feminine nouns). It can also be the feminine nominative plural form of the relative pronoun, meaning 'who' or 'which'. Less frequently, it can be an interjection expressing sorrow or pain, similar to 'alas' or 'oh'. It can also appear as a prefix in compound words. Additionally, 'ΑΙ' can represent the number 11 when used as a numerical symbol (alpha-iota). It is also possible for 'ΑΙ' to be an elision or contraction of other words, such as 'ἀεί' (always) or 'ἄγε' (come on!), though this is less common in the New Testament.

Inflection: Feminine, Nominative, Plural (for article and pronoun); Does not inflect (for interjection, prefix, and numeral)

Etymology: The origin of 'ΑΙ' as a definite article and relative pronoun is from Proto-Indo-European. Its use as an interjection is onomatopoeic.

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.

G1577

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ek-klee-SEE-ai

Translations: (to) assemblies, (to) churches, (to) congregations, (in) assemblies, (in) churches, (in) congregations

Notes: This word refers to an assembly, congregation, or church. It denotes a gathering of people, often for a specific purpose, particularly a religious one. In the New Testament, it is frequently used to refer to the community of believers, either locally or universally.

Inflection: Plural, Dative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΑΓΩΓΗ, ΟΜΙΛΙΑ, ΣΥΝΟΔΟΣ

Etymology: The word ἘΚΚΛΗΣΙΑ (ekklēsia) is a compound word derived from the preposition ἘΚ (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from,' and the verb ΚΑΛΕΩ (kaleō), meaning 'to call.' Thus, it literally means 'a calling out' or 'those called out.'

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.

G5092

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: TEE-may

Translations: honor, a price, value, respect, a sum, esteem, dignity

Notes: This word refers to honor, respect, or esteem, often implying a high regard for someone or something. It can also denote a monetary value or price, indicating the worth of an item or a sum paid. It is used in sentences to describe the value or respect attributed to a person, object, or action.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΟΞΑ, ΑΞΙΑ, ΚΕΡΔΟΣ

Etymology: This word comes from an ancient root meaning 'to value' or 'to estimate'. It is related to the verb τιμάω (timaō), meaning 'to honor' or 'to value'.

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

G0782

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: as-PA-son-tai

Translations: they will greet, they will salute, they will welcome, they will embrace

Notes: This word is a verb meaning "to greet" or "to salute." It is used to describe the action of one or more people extending a welcome or showing respect to others. In this form, it indicates an action that will happen in the future, performed by a group of people.

Inflection: Future, Indicative, Middle/Passive, Third Person, Plural

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΚΥΝΗΣΟΥΣΙΝ, ΧΑΙΡΕΤΗΣΟΥΣΙΝ

Etymology: The word ἀσπάζομαι (aspazomai) is derived from the Greek root σπάω (spaō), meaning "to draw" or "to pull," suggesting an original meaning related to drawing someone to oneself in an embrace or greeting.

G3671

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: oh-moh-NOY-ah

Translations: concord, agreement, unanimity, unity, a concord, an agreement, a unanimity, a unity

Notes: This word refers to a state of agreement, harmony, or unity among people. It describes a shared mindset or purpose, often implying a lack of conflict or division. It is a compound word derived from 'ὁμός' (homos), meaning 'same' or 'common', and 'νοῦς' (nous), meaning 'mind' or 'understanding'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΥΜΦΩΝΙΑ, ΕΙΡΗΝΗ, ΕΝΟΤΗΣ

Etymology: From the Greek adjective ὁμόνοος (homonoos), meaning 'of one mind' or 'agreeing'. It is formed from ὁμός (homos, 'same') and νοῦς (nous, 'mind').

G2932

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Part of Speech: Participle, Adjective

Sounds like: kek-TEE-meh-noy

Translations: having acquired, possessing, those who possess, the possessors

Notes: This word is a perfect middle/passive participle derived from the verb 'κτάομαι' (ktaomai), meaning 'to acquire' or 'to possess'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective, describing someone or something that has completed the action of acquiring or is in a state of possession. It can be translated as 'having acquired' or 'possessing', and often refers to 'those who possess' or 'the possessors' of something.

Inflection: Perfect, Middle/Passive, Participle, Masculine, Nominative, Plural

Synonyms: ΕΧΟΝΤΕΣ, ΚΕΚΤΗΜΕΝΟΥΣ

G0087

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-dee-AH-kree-ton

Translations: undistinguished, without distinction, impartial, unadulterated, sincere, unmixed, pure

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'undistinguished' or 'without distinction'. It is often used to describe something that is pure, sincere, or impartial, without any mixture or bias. It is a compound word formed from the negative prefix 'α-' (alpha privative, meaning 'not') and 'διακρίνω' (diakrinō), meaning 'to distinguish' or 'to separate'.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑΚΕΡΑΙΟΣ, ΑΜΙΓΗΣ, ΑΝΥΠΟΚΡΙΤΟΣ

Etymology: The word is derived from the negative prefix 'ἀ-' (a-, 'not') and 'διακρίνω' (diakrinō, 'to distinguish, to separate'). It literally means 'not distinguished' or 'not separated'.

G4151

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PNEV-mah

Translations: spirit, a spirit, wind, a wind, breath, a breath

Notes: This word refers to 'spirit,' 'wind,' or 'breath.' In a physical sense, it can mean a gust of wind or the act of breathing. Theologically, it often refers to the Holy Spirit, a spiritual being, or the human spirit. It is a neuter noun and its meaning can vary depending on the context, from a literal breeze to a divine essence.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Accusative, or Vocative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΑΝΕΜΟΣ, ΠΝΟΗ

Etymology: The word ΠΝΕΥΜΑ derives from the verb πνέω (pneō), meaning 'to breathe,' 'to blow,' or 'to gasp.' It refers to something that is breathed or blown.

G3739

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Part of Speech: Relative Pronoun, Conjunction

Sounds like: HOS

Translations: who, which, what, that, as, how, when

Notes: The word 'ΟΣ' is a versatile relative pronoun in Koine Greek, meaning 'who,' 'which,' or 'that,' depending on the context and the gender, number, and case it agrees with. It introduces a relative clause, linking it to a preceding noun or pronoun. It can also function as a conjunction, meaning 'as,' 'how,' or 'when,' indicating manner or time.

Inflection: Masculine, Singular, Nominative

Etymology: The word 'ΟΣ' is an ancient Greek word, tracing its origins back to Proto-Indo-European roots. It has been a fundamental part of the Greek language's grammatical structure for millennia, serving to connect clauses and introduce relative information.

G2424

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Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ee-ay-SOOS

Translations: Jesus, Joshua

Notes: This is a proper name, transliterated from the Hebrew name Yeshua or Yehoshua. It refers to the central figure of Christianity, Jesus Christ, or to Joshua, the successor of Moses in the Old Testament. It is used to identify a specific individual.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative

Etymology: The Koine Greek name Ἰησοῦς (Iēsous) is a transliteration of the Hebrew name יְהוֹשֻׁעַ (Yehoshua), meaning 'Yahweh is salvation' or 'Yahweh saves'. It is also related to the shorter form יֵשׁוּעַ (Yeshua).

G5547

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Part of Speech: Proper Noun, Noun

Sounds like: khree-STOSS

Translations: Christ, Anointed One, Messiah, a Christ, an Anointed One

Notes: This word refers to the 'Anointed One' or 'Messiah'. In the New Testament, it is predominantly used as a title for Jesus, identifying him as the promised Messiah. It can also be used more generally to refer to anyone who has been anointed, such as a king or priest.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΜΕΣΣΙΑΣ

Etymology: From the Koine Greek verb χρίω (chriō), meaning 'to anoint'. The noun form refers to someone who has been anointed, typically for a special office or purpose.

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