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Ignatius’ Letter to the Smyrnaeans, Chapter 8
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G3956
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: PAN-tes
Translations: all, every, whole
Notes: This word means 'all' or 'every'. It is used to indicate the totality or completeness of a group or quantity, often referring to 'all' members of a set or 'every' single item. It can also mean 'whole' when referring to a single entity.
Inflection: Nominative, Masculine, Plural
Synonyms: HOLOS
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'.
G190
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ah-koh-loo-THEY-teh
Translations: follow, accompany, go along with, attend, you all follow
Notes: This word means to follow, accompany, or go along with someone or something. It implies moving in the same direction or adhering to a leader or principle. It is a compound word formed from 'ἀκόλουθος' (akolouthos), meaning 'following' or 'attendant', and the verb suffix '-έω' (-eō).
Inflection: Present, Active, Imperative, Second Person, Plural
Synonyms: ἙΠΟΜΑΙ, ΔΙΩΚΩ, ΠΑΡΑΚΟΛΟΥΘΕΩ
Etymology: The word ἀκολουθέω (akoloutheō) is derived from ἀκόλουθος (akolouthos), meaning 'following' or 'attendant'. This noun is formed from the prefix ἀ- (a-), which is a connective particle, and κέλευθος (keleuthos), meaning 'path' or 'way'. Thus, it literally means 'one who is on the same path'.
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.
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.
G3962
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: PAH-tree
Translations: to a father, to the father, for a father, for the father
Notes: This word refers to a father or an ancestor. In its dative form, it indicates the recipient of an action or the person for whom something is done. It can be used to refer to a biological father, an ancestor, or even God as a father figure.
Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΓΕΝΝΗΤΩΡ, ΠΡΟΓΟΝΟΣ
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.
G4244
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: pres-by-TEH-ree-oh
Translations: (to) the presbytery, (to) the council of elders, (to) the body of elders
Notes: This word refers to a body or council of elders, often in an ecclesiastical or religious context. It denotes a group of older, respected individuals who hold authority or leadership positions within a community or church. It is used in the dative case, indicating the indirect object of an action, such as giving something to or following someone.
Inflection: Singular, Dative, Neuter
Synonyms: ΓΕΡΟΥΣΙΑ, ΣΥΝΕΔΡΙΟΝ
G3588
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Part of Speech: Definite Article
Sounds like: toys
Translations: to the, for the, the
Notes: ΤΟΙΣ is the dative plural form of the definite article in Koine Greek. It functions similarly to 'the' in English, but specifically indicates the indirect object or the recipient of an action, or location/instrument when used with a dative noun. It can be used with masculine, feminine, or neuter nouns in the plural.
Inflection: Plural, Dative, All genders
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is a demonstrative pronoun that evolved into the definite article in Greek.
G0652
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ah-po-STO-loys
Translations: to apostles, for apostles
Notes: This word refers to those who are sent out with a specific mission or message, often with authority. In a Christian context, it most commonly refers to the twelve disciples of Jesus Christ who were sent out to preach the Gospel, or to other early Christian leaders like Paul who were given a special commission. It is used here in the dative case, indicating the recipient or beneficiary of an action, such as following or giving something to them.
Inflection: Plural, Dative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΚΗΡΥΚΕΣ, ΕΥΑΓΓΕΛΙΣΤΑΙ
G3588
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Part of Speech: Definite Article, Demonstrative Pronoun
Sounds like: TOOS
Translations: the, them, those
Notes: ΤΟΥΣ is the masculine plural accusative form of the definite article or demonstrative pronoun 'ὁ'. As an article, it functions like 'the' in English, specifying a noun that is already known or has been previously mentioned. As a pronoun, it means 'them' or 'those', referring to a group of masculine individuals or things in the accusative case, indicating they are the direct object of a verb or the object of a preposition.
Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *so- (demonstrative pronoun).
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.
G1249
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: dee-ah-KO-noos
Translations: deacons, ministers, servants
Notes: This word refers to those who serve or minister, often in a religious or official capacity. It can denote a servant, an attendant, or specifically a deacon in the early Christian church.
Inflection: Accusative, Plural, Masculine
Synonyms: ΔΟΥΛΟΙ, ΥΠΗΡΕΤΑΙ
G1791
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: en-TREP-es-theh
Translations: respect, reverence, be ashamed, put to shame
Notes: This verb means to turn oneself towards someone or something, implying a sense of respect or reverence. It can also mean to be ashamed or to put someone to shame, depending on the context and voice. In the middle voice, it often conveys the sense of being ashamed or having respect for someone. It is used to express the idea of showing deference or feeling a sense of disgrace.
Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive Voice, Imperative Mood, 2nd Person, Plural
Synonyms: ΑΙΔΕΟΜΑΙ, ΣΕΒΟΜΑΙ
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
G1785
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: en-to-LEN
Translations: commandment, a commandment, instruction, a instruction, precept, a precept, order, an order
Notes: This word refers to a command, instruction, or precept given by an authority. It is often used in a religious context to refer to God's commandments or laws. It can be used in sentences like 'He kept the commandment' or 'They received an instruction.'
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΤΑΓΜΑ, ΔΙΑΤΑΓΗ, ΝΟΜΟΣ
G3367
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Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective
Sounds like: may-DEHSS
Translations: no one, nothing, none, no, not any
Notes: This word is a compound of the negative particle 'ΜΗ' (not) and the numeral 'ΕΙΣ' (one). It functions as a negative pronoun meaning 'no one' or 'nothing', or as a negative adjective meaning 'no' or 'not any'. It is used to express a prohibition or a hypothetical negative statement, often in contexts where a specific action or entity is being denied or excluded.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine or Feminine
Synonyms: ΟΥΔΕΙΣ, ΟΥΔΕΝ
G5565
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Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb
Sounds like: KHO-rees
Translations: without, apart from, separately, by itself, besides
Notes: This word can function as a preposition, meaning 'without' or 'apart from', typically taking a genitive case. It can also function as an adverb, meaning 'separately' or 'by itself'. It is used to indicate separation, absence, or independence from something or someone.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΑΝΕΥ, ΔΙΧΑ
Etymology: From the root of χωρίζω (chōrizō), meaning 'to separate' or 'to divide'.
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.
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
G5101
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Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective
Sounds like: TEE
Translations: what, why, what kind of, how much, something, anything, a certain thing
Notes: This word is the neuter singular form of the interrogative/indefinite pronoun 'τίς'. It can be used to ask 'what?' or 'why?', or to refer to 'something' or 'anything' in an indefinite sense. When used as an adjective, it means 'what kind of' or 'how much'.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Etymology: The word 'ΤΙ' originates from Proto-Indo-European, serving as the neuter singular form of the interrogative/indefinite pronoun.
G4238
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: PRAS-seh-toh
Translations: let him do, let him practice, let him accomplish, let him perform
Notes: This word means to do, practice, accomplish, or perform. It is used to describe actions or activities, often with a sense of carrying out a task or engaging in a particular behavior. In this form, it is a command or an instruction for someone to do something.
Inflection: Third Person Singular, Present, Imperative, Active, Indicative
Synonyms: ΠΟΙΕΩ, ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ, ΤΕΛΕΩ
G3588
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Part of Speech: Definite Article
Sounds like: TONE
Translations: of the
Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the definite article 'the'. It functions to indicate possession, origin, or relationship for plural nouns, similar to 'of the' in English. It can precede nouns of any gender.
Inflection: Genitive, Plural, All Genders (Masculine, Feminine, Neuter)
G0433
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Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)
Sounds like: an-EE-kon-ton
Translations: of those belonging to, of things belonging to, of what is fitting, of what is proper, of what is appropriate
Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'ανήκω', meaning 'to belong to', 'to be fitting', or 'to be proper'. It describes something that pertains to or is appropriate for a person or situation. In its genitive plural form, it refers to 'those things' or 'those people' that belong to or are fitting for someone or something.
Inflection: Participle, Present, Active, Genitive, Plural, Masculine or Neuter
Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΗΚΟΝΤΩΝ, ΟΦΕΙΛΟΜΕΝΩΝ
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'.
G3588
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Part of Speech: Definite Article
Sounds like: TANE
Translations: the
Notes: ΤΗΝ is the feminine singular accusative form of the definite article 'the'. It is used to specify a noun that is feminine in gender, singular in number, and in the accusative case, indicating it is the direct object of a verb or the object of certain prepositions. For example, it would be used before a feminine singular noun like 'πόλιν' (city) when 'city' is the direct object.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Etymology: The Koine Greek definite article derives from Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronouns. It evolved from an earlier demonstrative particle, becoming a grammatical marker for definiteness.
G1577
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ek-klee-SEE-an
Translations: assembly, a church, the church, a congregation, the congregation
Notes: This word refers to an assembly or a gathering of people, often for a specific 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' (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and 'καλέω' (kaleō), meaning 'to call'. Thus, it literally means 'a calling out' or 'those called out'. It can be used in sentences like 'They gathered the assembly' or 'He spoke to the church'.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΣΥΝΑΓΩΓΗ, ΟΜΙΛΙΑ, ΣΥΝΟΔΟΣ
G1565
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Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective
Sounds like: eh-KEE-nee
Translations: that, that one, she
Notes: This word is a demonstrative pronoun or adjective, meaning 'that' or 'that one'. It is used to point to something distant in space or time, or to refer to something previously mentioned. It functions similarly to the English word 'that' and can modify a noun or stand alone as a pronoun.
Inflection: Feminine, Singular, Nominative
Synonyms: ΟΥ̓ΤΟΣ, ὉΔΕ
G0949
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: beh-BAH-yah
Translations: sure, certain, firm, steadfast, secure, a sure thing, a certain thing
Notes: This word describes something that is firm, stable, or certain. It implies reliability and trustworthiness. It can be used to describe a promise, a foundation, or a relationship that is unwavering.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine; or Singular, Vocative, Feminine; or Singular, Accusative, Neuter; or Plural, Nominative, Neuter; or Plural, Vocative, Neuter
Synonyms: ΑΣΦΑΛΗΣ, ΠΙΣΤΟΣ, ΣΤΕΡΕΟΣ
G2169
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: yoo-kha-ris-TEE-ah
Translations: thanksgiving, a thanksgiving, gratitude, thankfulness, Eucharist
Notes: This word refers to the act of giving thanks or expressing gratitude. It can also refer to the feeling of thankfulness itself. In a religious context, it is often used to denote the Christian sacrament of the Eucharist or Holy Communion, which is a service of thanksgiving. It is a compound word derived from the Greek words 'eu' (good, well) and 'charis' (grace, favor, gift).
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΕΥ̓ΛΟΓΙΑ, ΔΟΞΑ
Etymology: From Ancient Greek εὐχαριστία (eukharistía), meaning 'gratitude, thankfulness'. It is a compound of εὖ (eu, 'good, well') and χάρις (kháris, 'grace, favor, gift').
G2233
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: hay-GEES-thoh
Translations: let him consider, let him regard, let him lead, let him think, let him suppose
Notes: This word is a verb in the imperative mood, meaning 'let him/her/it consider' or 'let him/her/it lead'. It is used to express a command or instruction for a third person to perform an action, such as to think something, to regard someone or something in a certain way, or to take the lead.
Inflection: 3rd Person Singular, Present Tense, Middle or Passive Voice, Imperative Mood
Synonyms: ΝΟΜΙΖΕΤΩ, ΛΟΓΙΖΕΣΘΩ
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.
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.
G1985
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: eh-pee-SKOH-pon
Translations: a bishop, overseer, superintendent
Notes: This word is likely a misspelling of "ἘΠΙΣΚΟΠΟΝ" (episkopon), which is the accusative singular form of "ἘΠΙΣΚΟΠΟΣ" (episkopos). It refers to an overseer, supervisor, or bishop, particularly in an ecclesiastical context. It describes someone who has the responsibility of watching over or superintending others, often in a spiritual or administrative capacity. It would be used as the direct object of a verb.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΠΡΕΣΒΥΤΕΡΟΣ, ΔΙΑΚΟΝΟΣ
G5607
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Part of Speech: Participle
Sounds like: OO-sah
Translations: being, existing, that is, who is, a being, the one being
Notes: This word is the present active participle of the verb 'to be' (εἰμί). It describes something that is in a state of being or existence. It is used to qualify a noun, often translated as 'being', 'existing', or 'that is/who is'. In this form, it is feminine, singular, and can be either nominative or accusative, depending on its role in the sentence.
Inflection: Feminine, Singular, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ὙΠΑΡΧΟΥΣΑ, ΓΙΝΟΜΕΝΗ
G2228, G3588
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Part of Speech: Conjunction, Definite Article, Numeral
Sounds like: AY
Translations: or, the, 8
Notes: This word can function as a conjunction meaning 'or', indicating an alternative or choice between two or more options. It can also be the feminine nominative singular form of the definite article 'the', used to specify a feminine noun that is the subject of a sentence. The '̓' (coronis) indicates that this form is an elision, meaning it's a shortened form of a word like ἤ (e.g., when followed by a vowel). Additionally, the '̓' could be a keraia, indicating the numeral 8.
Inflection: Does not inflect (as conjunction or numeral); Singular, Nominative, Feminine (as definite article)
Etymology: The conjunction ἤ (e.g., from which Ἠ is an elision) is of uncertain origin. The definite article ἡ (from which Ἠ is an elision) comes from Proto-Indo-European. The numeral meaning is derived from the Greek letter eta (Η), which was used to represent the number 8.
G5599, G3739
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Part of Speech: Letter, Interjection, Relative Pronoun
Sounds like: OH-meh-gah (as a letter); OH (as an interjection); OH (as a pronoun)
Translations: Omega, O, Oh, the end, the last, (to) whom, (to) which, (to) what, (to) that, (to) who, (to) those, (to) whomsoever, (to) whatsoever
Notes: This character, Omega, is the twenty-fourth and final letter of the Greek alphabet. As a letter, it represents the long 'o' sound. It can also function as an interjection, similar to 'O' or 'Oh' in English, used for direct address or exclamation. Furthermore, without diacritics, 'Ω' can represent the dative singular form of the relative pronoun 'ὅς, ἥ, ὅ', meaning 'to whom', 'to which', or 'to what', depending on context and gender. It can refer to a person or thing that is the indirect object of an action.
Inflection: Does not inflect (as a letter or interjection); Dative, Singular, All genders (as a relative pronoun)
Etymology: The letter Omega is derived from the Phoenician letter 'ayin'. Its name literally means 'great O' (ō mega), distinguishing it from Omicron ('small O'). As a relative pronoun, it originates from Proto-Indo-European roots.
G0302
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Part of Speech: Particle
Sounds like: AHN
Translations: if, ever, might, would, should
Notes: This word is a particle used to express contingency, possibility, or potentiality. It does not have a direct English equivalent but modifies the meaning of the verb it accompanies, often indicating that an action is dependent on a condition or is hypothetical. It is frequently used with the subjunctive or optative moods to form conditional clauses or express indefinite temporal or relative clauses.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Etymology: The origin of this particle is uncertain, but it is believed to be an ancient particle in Greek, possibly related to the concept of 'on' or 'up' in some contexts, though its primary function became conditional.
G0846
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Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective
Sounds like: ow-TOS
Translations: he, she, it, they, him, her, it, them, himself, herself, itself, themselves, same, very
Notes: ΑΥ̓ΤΟΣ is a versatile word in Koine Greek. As a third-person pronoun, it translates to 'he, she, it' or 'they' in the nominative case, and 'him, her, it' or 'them' in other cases. When used intensively, often in the nominative or immediately following the noun, it means 'himself, herself, itself, themselves' or 'even, very'. When used as an adjective with the definite article (e.g., 'ὁ αὐτὸς'), it means 'the same'. Its meaning depends on its grammatical function and position in the sentence.
Inflection: Singular or Plural, Nominative, Genitive, Dative, or Accusative, Masculine, Feminine, or Neuter
Synonyms: ΟΥ̓ΤΟΣ, ἘΚΕΙΝΟΣ
Etymology: The word ΑΥ̓ΤΟΣ is of uncertain origin, possibly from a pronominal stem *au- or *aw-.
G2010
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: eh-pee-TREP-see
Translations: permit, allow, let, grant
Notes: This word means to give permission, to allow, or to grant something. It is used when someone has the authority to permit or forbid an action, and they choose to allow it. For example, one might permit someone to enter a building or allow a certain activity to take place.
Inflection: Aorist, Active, Subjunctive, 3rd Person Singular
Synonyms: ἈΦΙΗΜΙ, ΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΣΥΓΧΩΡΕΩ
G3699
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Part of Speech: Adverb
Sounds like: OH-poo
Translations: where, whither, in what place, to what place
Notes: This word is an adverb of place, meaning 'where' or 'whither'. It can indicate a location or a direction. It is often used to introduce a clause that specifies a place, similar to how 'where' is used in English.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΟΠΗ, ΟΥ
Etymology: From the interrogative stem *po- (from which also ΠΟΥ, 'where?') and the particle -ου (from which also ΟΥ, 'where'). It indicates a place or direction.
G5316
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: fah-NAY
Translations: light, a light, torch, a torch, lamp, a lamp
Notes: This word refers to a light, a torch, or a lamp. It is used to describe a source of illumination. For example, it could refer to the light of a star, a lamp used in a house, or a torch carried by someone.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΦΩΣ, ΛΥΧΝΟΣ
Etymology: From the verb φαίνω (phainō), meaning 'to shine' or 'to appear'. It denotes that which shines or makes something visible.
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'.
G1985
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ep-is-KOP-os
Translations: overseer, a bishop, superintendent, guardian
Notes: This word refers to an overseer, a superintendent, or a guardian. In a religious context, it often denotes a bishop or an elder who has oversight of a church or community. It is a compound word formed from 'ἐπί' (epi), meaning 'over' or 'upon,' and 'σκοπέω' (skopeō), meaning 'to look' or 'to watch.' Thus, it literally means 'one who looks over' or 'one who watches over.'
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΠΡΕΣΒΥΤΕΡΟΣ, ΠΟΙΜΗΝ, ΗΓΟΥΜΕΝΟΣ
Etymology: The word ἘΠΙΣΚΟΠΟΣ is derived from the Greek preposition ἐπί (epi), meaning 'over' or 'upon,' and the verb σκοπέω (skopeō), meaning 'to look,' 'to watch,' or 'to observe.' It describes someone who has the function of looking over or watching over something or someone.
G1563
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Part of Speech: Adverb
Sounds like: eh-KAY
Translations: there, in that place
Notes: This word is an adverb of place, meaning 'there' or 'in that place'. It is used to indicate a specific location that has been previously mentioned or is understood from the context. It can describe where an action takes place or where something is situated.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ἘΝΘΑ, ΑΥ̓ΤΟΥ͂
Etymology: From the demonstrative stem *eke- (that, there).
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.
G4128
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: PLAY-thoss
Translations: multitude, a multitude, crowd, a crowd, great number, abundance, a great number
Notes: This word refers to a large number or quantity of people or things. It can be used to describe a crowd of people, a large amount of something, or a general abundance. For example, it might refer to a large gathering of disciples or a great quantity of fish.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter
Synonyms: ΟΧΛΟΣ, ΠΟΛΥΣ, ΑΓΕΛΗ
Etymology: From the Greek root *pleth-* meaning 'to be full' or 'to fill'. It is related to words indicating fullness or abundance.
G1510
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: AY-toh
Translations: let it be, let him be, let her be, let it happen
Notes: This is an inflected form of the verb 'to be'. It is used to express a wish, a command, or a strong desire for something to happen or for someone/something to be in a certain state. It functions similarly to 'let it be so' or 'may it be'.
Inflection: Third Person, Singular, Imperative, Present, Active
Synonyms: ΓΙΝΕΣΘΩ
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.
G2513
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: ka-tho-li-KEE
Translations: universal, catholic, a universal (one), a catholic (one)
Notes: This word describes something that is general, universal, or pertaining to the whole. In a religious context, it refers to the entire body of believers or the church as a whole, encompassing all places and times. It is the origin of the English word 'catholic'. It is often used to describe the church as being worldwide or all-encompassing.
Inflection: Feminine, Singular, Nominative
Synonyms: ΚΟΙΝΟΣ, ΟΛΟΣ, ΠΑΣ
Etymology: The word ΚΑΘΟΛΙΚΟΣ (katholikos) is a compound word derived from the Greek preposition ΚΑΤΑ (kata), meaning 'according to' or 'down from', and the adjective ΟΛΟΣ (holos), meaning 'whole' or 'entire'. Thus, it literally means 'according to the whole' or 'concerning the whole'.
G1577
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ek-klee-SEE-ah
Translations: assembly, an assembly, church, a church, congregation, a congregation, (to) assembly, (to) church, (to) congregation
Notes: This word refers to a gathering or assembly of people, often called together for a specific purpose. In ancient Greek contexts, it could refer to a political assembly of citizens. In the New Testament, it primarily refers to the Christian church, either a local congregation or the universal body of believers. It can be used to describe both the physical gathering of people and the spiritual entity.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Accusative or Dative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΣΥΝΑΓΩΓΗ, ΟΜΙΛΙΑ, ΠΛΗΘΟΣ
Etymology: The word is a compound of the Greek preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the verb καλέω (kaleō), meaning 'to call'. Thus, it literally means 'a calling out' or 'those called out'.
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.
G1832
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Part of Speech: Participle, Verb
Sounds like: EX-on
Translations: it is lawful, it is permitted, it is possible, being lawful, being permitted, being possible
Notes: This word is the neuter singular present active participle of the impersonal verb ἔξεστι (exesti), which means 'it is lawful,' 'it is permitted,' or 'it is possible.' As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing something that is lawful, permitted, or possible. It is often used in constructions where something is allowed or permissible.
Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΘΕΜΙΣ, ΔΥΝΑΤΟΝ
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
G3777
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Part of Speech: Conjunction
Sounds like: OO-teh
Translations: neither, nor, and not
Notes: This word is a conjunction used to connect two or more negative clauses or phrases. It often appears in a correlative construction, meaning 'neither... nor'. For example, 'neither this nor that'. It emphasizes the complete absence or negation of all listed items.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΟΥ̓ΔΕ
Etymology: From the negative particle οὐ (ou, 'not') and the enclitic conjunction τέ (te, 'and'). It literally means 'and not'.
G0907
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: bap-TID-zane
Translations: to baptize, to immerse, to dip, to wash
Notes: This verb primarily means 'to dip' or 'to immerse' something completely in a liquid. In the New Testament and early Christian writings, it is most commonly used in a religious context to refer to the act of baptism, a ritual of initiation involving immersion in water. It can also refer to ceremonial washing or overwhelming with a flood.
Inflection: Present Active Infinitive
Synonyms: ΒΑΠΤΩ, ΛΟΥΩ, ΝΙΠΤΩ
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
G4160
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: poy-EH-in
Translations: to do, to make, to produce, to create, to perform, to accomplish, to bring about
Notes: This word is the present active infinitive form of the verb 'ποιέω' (poieō), meaning 'to do' or 'to make'. It is a very common verb in Koine Greek and can be used in a wide range of contexts, from physical actions like making something, to abstract actions like performing a deed or bringing something about. It often indicates the execution of an action or the creation of an object.
Inflection: Infinitive, Present, Active
Synonyms: ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ, ΠΡΑΤΤΩ, ΤΙΘΗΜΙ
Etymology: The word 'ποιέω' (poieō) is of uncertain origin, possibly related to an old root meaning 'to make' or 'to create'.
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.
G1565
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Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective
Sounds like: eh-KAY-nos
Translations: that, that one, he, she, it, those, they
Notes: This word is a demonstrative pronoun or adjective meaning 'that' or 'that one'. As a pronoun, it refers to a person or thing previously mentioned or understood from context, often emphasizing distance or distinction from the speaker or listener. As an adjective, it modifies a noun, indicating 'that' specific noun. It is used to point out something or someone 'over there' or 'the one previously mentioned', contrasting with 'this' (οὗτος).
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine
Etymology: From ἐκεῖ (ekeî, 'there'). It refers to something or someone at a distance, contrasting with οὗτος (hoûtos, 'this one, here').
G1382
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: doh-kee-MAH-see
Translations: testing, a testing, proving, a proving, approval, an approval, trial, a trial, experience, an experience
Notes: This word refers to the act of testing or proving something, often with the aim of discerning its genuineness, quality, or worth. It can also denote the result of such a test, leading to approval or a state of being approved. It is used to describe a process of examination or a period of trial.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΠΕΙΡΑ, ΔΟΚΙΜΗ, ΕΛΕΓΧΟΣ
Etymology: The word ΔΟΚΙΜΑΣΙΑ (dokimasia) is derived from the verb δοκιμάζω (dokimazo), meaning 'to test, prove, or approve'. It is related to δόκιμος (dokimos), meaning 'approved, tested, or genuine'.
G3778
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Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective
Sounds like: TOO-toh
Translations: this, that, it, a this, a that
Notes: ΤΟΥΤΟ is a demonstrative pronoun or adjective in Koine Greek, meaning 'this' or 'that'. It is the neuter singular form and can function as either the nominative or accusative case. As a pronoun, it refers to a specific thing or concept, often pointing it out. As an adjective, it modifies a neuter singular noun, indicating 'this' or 'that' particular noun. For example, it might be used in phrases like 'this thing' or 'that matter'.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΑΥΤΟΣ, ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ
Etymology: The word ΟΥΤΟΣ (houtos) is a demonstrative pronoun in Koine Greek, meaning 'this' or 'that'. Its origin is ancient, deriving from Proto-Indo-European roots that conveyed the idea of proximity or pointing.
G2316
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: THAY-oh
Translations: (to) God, (for) God, a God
Notes: This is the dative singular form of the noun 'ΘΕΟΣ' (theos), meaning 'God' or 'a god'. It refers to the supreme being in a monotheistic context, or to a deity in a polytheistic context. When used in the dative case, it typically indicates the recipient of an action or the one for whom something is done, hence 'to God' or 'for God'.
Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΚΥΡΙΟΣ, ΠΑΤΗΡ
G2101
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: yoo-AR-es-ton
Translations: well-pleasing, acceptable, pleasing, a well-pleasing thing, an acceptable thing
Notes: This word describes something that is pleasing or acceptable, often in a moral or spiritual sense. It is frequently used to describe actions or attitudes that are agreeable to God or to others. It can function as an adjective modifying a noun, or as a substantive (acting like a noun) meaning 'that which is pleasing' or 'a pleasing thing'.
Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΔΟΚΙΜΟΣ, ΚΑΛΟΣ, ΑΓΑΘΟΣ
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.
G0795
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: as-fa-LES
Translations: safe, secure, certain, sure, a safe thing, a certain thing
Notes: This word describes something as safe, secure, or certain. It implies a state of being free from danger, doubt, or risk. It can be used to describe a place, a fact, or a condition that is reliable and trustworthy.
Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΒΕΒΑΙΟΣ, ΣΤΕΡΕΟΣ
Etymology: The word ἈΣΦΑΛΗΣ (asphalēs) comes from the prefix ἀ- (a-), meaning 'not' or 'without', and σφάλλω (sphallō), meaning 'to cause to fall' or 'to stumble'. Thus, it literally means 'not falling' or 'unfailing', leading to the sense of secure, safe, and certain.
G0950
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: beh-BAH-ee-on
Translations: sure, certain, firm, steadfast, secure, valid, a sure thing, a certain thing
Notes: This word describes something that is firm, steadfast, or certain. It implies reliability, security, or confirmation. It can be used to describe a promise that is sure, a foundation that is firm, or a truth that is certain.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΑΣΦΑΛΗΣ, ΠΙΣΤΟΣ, ΣΤΕΡΕΟΣ
G3956
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Part of Speech: Adjective, Pronoun
Sounds like: PAN
Translations: all, every, whole, everything, a whole
Notes: This word is the neuter nominative or accusative singular form of the adjective/pronoun ΠΑΣ (pas), meaning 'all' or 'every'. It is used to indicate totality or universality. For example, it can mean 'all things' or 'everything' when used substantively, or 'the whole' when modifying a singular noun. It can also be used to mean 'every' when referring to individual items within a group.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΟΛΟΣ, ΑΠΑΣ
Etymology: The word ΠΑΣ (pas) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *peh₂- meaning 'to protect, feed'. Its meaning evolved to 'all' or 'whole' in Greek.
G4238
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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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