Ignatius’ Letter to the Magnesians Chapter 4, Interlinear version from Ignatius of Antioch (Beta)

Ignatius’ Letter to the Magnesians, Chapter 4

Interlinear version from Ignatius of Antioch (Beta)

4:1

ΠΡΕΠΟΝ
- PREPON
- fitting
ΟΥ̓Ν
- OUN
- therefore
ἘΣΤΙΝ
- ESTIN
- it-is
ΜΗ
- MĒ
- not
ΜΟΝΟΝ
- MONON
- only
ΚΑΛΕΙΣΘΑΙ
- KALEISTHAI
- to-be-called
ΧΡΙΣΤΙΑΝΟΥΣ
- CHRISTIANOUS
- Christians
ἈΛΛΑ
- ALLA
- but
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- also
ΕἸΝΑΙ
- EINAI
- to-be
ΩΣΠΕΡ
- ŌSPER
- just-as
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- also
ΤΙΝΕΣ
- TINES
- some
ἘΠΙΣΚΟΠΟΝ
- EPISKOPON
- overseer
ΜΕΝ
- MEN
- indeed
ΚΑΛΟΥΣΙΝ
- KALOUSIN
- call
ΧΩΡΙΣ
- CHŌRIS
- apart-from
ΔΕ
- DE
- but
ΑΥ̓ΤΟΥ
- AUTOU
- him
ΠΑΝΤΑ
- PANTA
- all-things
ΠΡΑΣΣΟΥΣΙΝ
- PRASSOUSIN
- they-do
ΟΙ
- OI
- the
ΤΟΙΟΥΤΟΙ
- TOIOUTOI
- such-ones
ΔΕ
- DE
- but
ΟΥ̓Κ
- OUK
- not
ΕΥ̓ΣΥΝΕΙΔΗΤΟΙ
- EUSYNEIDĒTOI
- having-a-good-conscience
ΜΟΙ
- MOI
- to-me
ΕἸΝΑΙ
- EINAI
- to-be
ΦΑΙΝΟΝΤΑΙ
- PHAINONTAI
- they-appear
ΔΙΑ
- DIA
- through
ΤΟ
- TO
- the
ΜΗ
- MĒ
- not
ΒΕΒΑΙΩΣ
- BEBAIŌS
- firmly
ΚΑΤ
- KAT
- according-to
ἘΝΤΟΛΗΝ
- ENTOLĒN
- command
ΣΥΝΑΘΡΟΙΖΕΣΘΑΙ
- SYNATHROIZESTHAI
- to-be-gathered

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'.

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.

G3440

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Part of Speech: Adverb, Adjective

Sounds like: MO-non

Translations: only, alone, merely, a single, a solitary

Notes: This word can function as an adverb meaning 'only' or 'merely', indicating exclusivity or limitation. It can also be the neuter singular form of the adjective 'ΜΟΝΟΣ', meaning 'alone' or 'solitary', describing something as being by itself or unique. In its adverbial use, it often modifies verbs or clauses to emphasize that something is done exclusively or that a condition applies solely to one thing.

Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative (as adjective); Does not inflect (as adverb)

Synonyms: ΜΟΝΩΣ, ΜΟΝΟΓΕΝΗΣ

G2564

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-LEES-thigh

Translations: to be called, to be named, to be invited

Notes: This word is the present passive infinitive form of the verb 'to call'. It means 'to be called' or 'to be invited'. It is used to express an action that is being done to the subject, rather than by the subject, and functions as a verbal noun, often indicating purpose or result.

Inflection: Present, Passive, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΟΝΟΜΑΖΩ, ΠΡΟΣΚΑΛΕΩ

Etymology: The word ΚΑΛΕΩ comes from Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'to shout' or 'to call'. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages with similar meanings.

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'.

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.

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.

G3303

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Part of Speech: Particle, Conjunction

Sounds like: MEN

Translations: indeed, on the one hand, truly, certainly, but, however

Notes: This word is a particle often used to introduce a clause that is contrasted with a following clause, which is typically introduced by the particle δέ (de). It can indicate a concession, an affirmation, or simply serve to mark a transition in thought. While it often translates as 'indeed' or 'on the one hand,' its precise meaning is highly dependent on context and the presence of a contrasting 'δέ' clause.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΕ, ΓΕ, ΚΑΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is an ancient particle used to mark emphasis or contrast.

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

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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.

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.

G2156

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: yoo-sy-NAY-dee-tohee

Translations: conscientious, having a good conscience, scrupulous, upright

Notes: This word describes someone who is conscientious, having a good or clear conscience. It refers to a person who acts with integrity and moral uprightness, guided by their inner sense of right and wrong. It can be used to describe individuals who are scrupulous in their actions and decisions.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΙΚΑΙΟΣ, ΑΓΑΘΟΣ, ΕΥΣΕΒΗΣ

Etymology: The word is a compound of three parts: εὖ (eu), meaning 'well' or 'good'; σύν (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together'; and εἴδησις (eidēsis), meaning 'knowledge' or 'consciousness'. Thus, it literally means 'well-knowing with oneself' or 'having good knowledge within oneself'.

G5316

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: fah-EE-non-tai

Translations: they appear, they seem, they are seen, they shine

Notes: This word is a verb that means 'to appear,' 'to seem,' 'to be seen,' or 'to shine.' It is used to describe something becoming visible, evident, or manifest. It can also describe something giving light or being perceived in a certain way.

Inflection: 3rd Person, Plural, Present Tense, Indicative Mood, Middle or Passive Voice

Synonyms: ΔΟΚΕΩ, ΟΡΑΩ, ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word ΦΑΙΝΩ comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to shine' or 'to show.' It is related to words describing light, appearance, and manifestation.

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'.

G3588

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Part of Speech: Definite Article

Sounds like: toh

Translations: the

Notes: ΤΟ is the neuter singular form of the definite article 'the' in Koine Greek. It is used to specify a noun, much like 'the' in English. It can function as both the subject (nominative case) or the direct object (accusative case) of a sentence when referring to a neuter singular noun.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Etymology: The Greek definite article, including ΤΟ, derives from Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronouns. Its forms developed to agree in gender, number, and case with the nouns they modify.

G2596

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Part of Speech: Prefix, Preposition

Sounds like: KAT

Translations: down, against, according to, throughout, during

Notes: This is an elided form of the Greek preposition 'κατά' (kata), which means 'down', 'against', 'according to', 'throughout', or 'during'. It is frequently used as a prefix in compound verbs and nouns, indicating a downward motion, completion, intensity, or opposition. For example, in 'κατέβη' (katebē), it means 'went down', and in 'καταπιεῖν' (katapiein), it means 'to swallow down'. The final alpha (α) is often dropped when the next word or part of the compound begins with a vowel, or when it's followed by certain consonants.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a prefix); functions as a preposition that takes the genitive or accusative case.

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΕΙΣ, ΕΠΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *kmt- 'down, with, against'. It is a common Greek preposition that has been used since ancient times.

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