Ignatius’ Letter to the Smyrnaeans Chapter 9, Interlinear version from Ignatius of Antioch (Beta)

Ignatius’ Letter to the Smyrnaeans, Chapter 9

Interlinear version from Ignatius of Antioch (Beta)

9:1

ΕΥ̓ΛΟΓΟΝ
- EULOGON
- reasonable
ἘΣΤΙΝ
- ESTIN
- it-is
ΛΟΙΠΟΝ
- LOIPON
- therefore
ἈΝΑΝΗΨΑΙ
- ANANĒPSAI
- to-come-to-one's-senses
ΗΜΑΣ
- ĒMAS
- us
ΩΣ
- ŌS
- as
ἘΤΙ
- ETI
- still
ΚΑΙΡΟΝ
- KAIRON
- time
ἘΧΟΜΕΝ
- ECHOMEN
- we-have
ΕἸΣ
- EIS
- to
ΘΕΟΝ
- THEON
- God
ΜΕΤΑΜΟΕΙΝ
- METAMOEIN
- to-change-one's-mind
ΚΑΛΩΣ
- KALŌS
- well
ἘΧΕΙ
- ECHEI
- it-is
ΘΕΟΝ
- THEON
- God
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ἘΠΙΣΚΟΠΟΝ
- EPISKOPON
- overseer
ΕἸΔΕΝΑΙ
- EIDENAI
- to-know
Ο
- O
- the-one-who
ΤΙΜΩΝ
- TIMŌN
- honors
ἘΠΙΣΚΟΠΟΝ
- EPISKOPON
- overseer
ΥΠΟ
- YPO
- by
ΘΕΟΥ
- THEOU
- of-God
ΤΕΤΙΜΗΤΑΙ
- TETIMĒTAI
- has-been-honored
Ο
- O
- the-one-who
ΛΑΘΡΑ
- LATHRA
- secretly
ἘΠΙΣΚΟΠΟΟΥ
- EPISKOPOOU
- of-the-overseer
ΤΙ
- TI
- something
ΠΡΑΣΣΩΝ
- PRASSŌN
- doing
ΤΩ
- TŌ
- to-the
ΔΙΑΒΟΛΩ
- DIABOLŌ
- slanderer
ΛΑΤΡΕΥΕΙ
- LATREUEI
- serves

9:2

ΠΑΝΤΑ
- PANTA
- all
ΟΥ̓Ν
- OUN
- therefore
ΥΜΙΝ
- YMIN
- to-you
ἘΝ
- EN
- in
ΧΑΡΙΤΙ
- CHARITI
- grace
ΠΕΡΙΣΣΕΥΕΤΩ
- PERISSEUETŌ
- let-it-abound
ἈΞΙΟΙ
- AXIOI
- worthy
ΓΑΡ
- GAR
- for
ἘΣΤΕ
- ESTE
- you-are
ΚΑΤΑ
- KATA
- according-to
ΠΑΝΤΑ
- PANTA
- all
ΜΕ
- ME
- me
ἈΝΕΠΑΥΣΑΤΕ
- ANEPAUSATE
- you-refreshed
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ΥΜΑΣ
- YMAS
- you
ἸΗΣΟΥΣ
- IĒSOUS
- Jesus
ΧΡΙΣΤΟΣ
- CHRISTOS
- Anointed-One
ἈΠΟΝΤΑ
- APONTA
- being-absent
ΜΕ
- ME
- me
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ΠΑΡΟΝΤΑ
- PARONTA
- being-present
ἨΓΑΠΗΣΑΤΕ
- ĒGAPĒSATE
- you-loved
ἈΜΟΙΒΗ
- AMOIBĒ
- recompense
ΥΜΙΝ
- YMIN
- to-you
Ο
- O
- the
ΘΕΟΣ
- THEOS
- God
ΔΙ
- DI
- through
ΟΝ
- ON
- whom
ΠΑΝΤΑ
- PANTA
- all
ΥΠΟΜΕΝΟΝΤΕΣ
- YPOMENONTES
- enduring
ΑΥ̓ΤΟΥ
- AUTOU
- of-him
ΤΕΥΞΕΣΘΕ
- TEUXESTHE
- you-will-obtain

G2156

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: yoo-LOH-gon

Translations: reasonable, proper, fitting, right, just, a reasonable thing, a proper thing

Notes: This word describes something that is logical, appropriate, or well-reasoned. It is used to indicate that an action, statement, or situation is in accordance with good sense or sound judgment. It can be translated as 'reasonable' or 'proper' depending on the context.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative; or Masculine/Feminine, Singular, Accusative; or Neuter, Plural, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΔΙΚΑΙΟΣ, ΠΡΕΠΩΝ, ΚΑΛΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΕΥ̓ΛΟΓΟΣ (eulogos) is a compound word derived from ΕΥ̓ (eu), meaning 'good' or 'well', and ΛΟΓΟΣ (logos), meaning 'word', 'reason', or 'account'. Thus, it literally means 'well-reasoned' or 'good word'.

G3062

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Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun, Adverb

Sounds like: LOY-pon

Translations: remaining, the rest, the remainder, other, finally, henceforth, for the rest

Notes: This word can function as an adjective meaning 'remaining' or 'other', a noun meaning 'the rest' or 'the remainder', or an adverb meaning 'finally', 'henceforth', or 'for the rest'. As an adjective, it describes what is left over. As a noun, it refers to the remaining portion or people. As an adverb, it introduces a concluding thought or indicates a future time.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΛΟΙΠΟΣ, ΚΑΤΑΛΟΙΠΟΣ

Etymology: From the verb λείπω (leípō), meaning 'to leave' or 'to remain'.

G0352

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-nah-NEE-psai

Translations: to sober up, to come to one's senses, to recover, to return to soberness

Notes: This word is an aorist infinitive form of the verb ἀνανήφω. It means to return to a state of sobriety, either literally from drunkenness or figuratively from spiritual or moral stupor. It implies a recovery of sound judgment or a return to a right mind, often after a period of delusion or error. It is used to describe the act of becoming clear-headed or regaining one's senses.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΝΗΦΩ, ΣΩΦΡΟΝΕΩ

Etymology: The word ἀνανήφω is a compound word formed from ἀνά (ana), meaning 'up' or 'again', and νήφω (nēphō), meaning 'to be sober' or 'to be watchful'. Thus, it literally means 'to sober up again' or 'to become watchful again'.

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.

G2540

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: kai-RON

Translations: time, a time, season, a season, opportune time, a opportune time, proper time, a proper time

Notes: This word refers to a specific, appointed, or opportune time, a critical moment, or a season, rather than general chronological time (which is 'χρόνος'). It often implies a qualitative aspect of time, emphasizing the right or fitting moment for something. In the provided examples, it is used in the accusative case, indicating the object of an action or a duration.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΧΡΟΝΟΣ, ΩΡΑ, ΕΠΟΧΗ

Etymology: The etymology of 'καιρός' is uncertain, but it is thought to be related to the idea of 'fitting' or 'proper'.

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'.

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.

G1492

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EYE-deh-nye

Translations: to know, to understand, to perceive

Notes: This is the perfect active infinitive form of the verb ΟἾΔΑ, meaning 'to know' or 'to understand'. It is used to express the act of knowing or having knowledge about something. For example, it can be used in constructions like 'I want to know' or 'it is good to know'.

Inflection: Perfect Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΕΠΙΣΤΑΜΑΙ

Etymology: The root verb ΟἾΔΑ comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to see' or 'to know'. In Greek, it evolved to primarily mean 'to know' through observation or experience, often implying a state of knowing rather than the process of learning.

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'.

G5091

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Part of Speech: Participle, Verb

Sounds like: tee-MOHN

Translations: honoring, esteeming, valuing, revering, respecting

Notes: This word is the present active participle of the verb 'timaō', meaning 'to honor' or 'to value'. As a participle, it describes an ongoing action and can function adjectivally (e.g., 'the one honoring') or adverbially (e.g., 'while honoring'). It indicates someone who is currently engaged in the act of showing honor, respect, or high regard for someone or something.

Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Masculine or Feminine or Neuter, Nominative Singular (or Accusative Singular for Neuter)

Synonyms: ΣΕΒΟΜΕΝΟΣ, ΑΙΝΩΝ, ΕΥΛΑΒΟΥΜΕΝΟΣ

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-SKO-poo

Translations: of an overseer, of a bishop, of a superintendent

Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of the noun 'episkopos', meaning 'overseer' or 'bishop'. It refers to someone who watches over or supervises others, particularly in an ecclesiastical context. In a sentence, it would indicate possession or relationship, such as 'the authority of an overseer' or 'the house of the bishop'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΠΡΕΣΒΥΤΕΡΟΣ, ΠΟΙΜΗΝ

Etymology: The word 'episkopos' is a compound word derived from the Greek preposition 'epi' (meaning 'over' or 'upon') and the verb 'skopeo' (meaning 'to look' or 'to watch'). It literally means 'one who looks over' or 'overseer'.

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-sone

Translations: doing, practicing, performing, acting, accomplishing, exacting

Notes: This word describes the act of doing, performing, or carrying out an action. It can refer to habitual practice or a specific deed. It is often used to describe someone who is engaged in a particular activity or behavior, whether good or bad.

Inflection: Present Active Participle, Nominative Singular, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΠΟΙΕΩ, ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ, ΤΕΛΕΩ

Etymology: From an uncertain root, possibly related to 'πράσσω' (prassō) meaning 'to pass through, to accomplish'.

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'.

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.

G1063

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Part of Speech: Particle

Sounds like: gar

Translations: for, because, indeed, then, therefore

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΟΤΙ, ΕΠΕΙ, ΟΥΝ

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

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-sah-teh

Translations: you refreshed, you gave rest, you rested, you took rest

Notes: This is a verb meaning 'to refresh,' 'to give rest,' or 'to cause to rest.' It can also mean 'to rest' or 'to take rest' oneself. It is used here in the past tense, indicating an action completed in the past by a group of people.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, 2nd Person, Plural

Synonyms: ΚΟΠΙΑΩ, ἩΣΥΧΑΖΩ

Etymology: From ἀνά (aná, 'up, again') and παύω (paúō, 'to make cease, to stop'). The combination suggests a cessation or rest that is complete or renewed.

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.

G283

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-moy-BEE

Translations: recompense, a recompense, reward, a reward, return, a return

Notes: This word refers to a recompense, a return, or a reward. It signifies something given or received in exchange for something else, often as a payment, requital, or compensation for an action or service. It can be used in contexts of both positive and negative returns.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΜΙΣΘΟΣ, ΑΝΤΙΜΙΣΘΙΑ, ΑΝΤΑΠΟΔΟΜΑ

Etymology: From the Greek verb ἀμείβω (ameibō), meaning 'to change, exchange, requite'. It refers to the act of giving or receiving in return.

G2316

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: THEH-os

Translations: God, a God, Lord

Notes: ΘΕΟΣ (theos) is a singular noun meaning 'God' or 'a god'. In Koine Greek, it is frequently used to refer to the singular, supreme God, often with the definite article. It can also refer to a generic deity or even a human figure considered divine. It functions as a subject or object in sentences, depending on its case.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΚΥΡΙΟΣ, ΠΑΤΗΡ

Etymology: The word ΘΕΟΣ is believed to derive from a Proto-Indo-European root, though its precise origin is debated. It has cognates in various Indo-European languages.

G1223

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Part of Speech: Preposition, Numeral

Sounds like: DEE

Translations: through, by means of, on account of, because of, 14

Notes: This word is most commonly an elided form of the preposition ΔΙΑ (dia), meaning 'through', 'by means of', 'on account of', or 'because of'. It is used to indicate the means by which something is done or the reason for an action. It can also represent the Greek numeral 14, indicated by a keraia (a mark similar to an apostrophe) which is often omitted in transcription.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a preposition or numeral)

Synonyms: ΕΚ, ΥΠΟ, ΕΝΕΚΕΝ

Etymology: The preposition ΔΙΑ comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'through' or 'apart'.

G5278

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Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: hoo-po-MEH-non-tes

Translations: enduring, persevering, waiting, remaining, a person who endures, those who endure

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'hypomeno'. It describes someone who is actively enduring, persevering, or remaining steadfast. It can function as an adjective, modifying a noun, or as a substantive, referring to 'those who endure' or 'the ones enduring'. It implies a patient and steadfast waiting or bearing up under difficulties.

Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Plural

Synonyms: ΚΑΡΤΕΡΟΥΝΤΕΣ, ΑΝΕΧΟΜΕΝΟΙ, ΠΡΟΣΚΑΡΤΕΡΟΥΝΤΕΣ

G5177

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: TEFK-ses-theh

Translations: you will obtain, you will get, you will happen, you will meet, you will attain, you will succeed

Notes: This is a verb meaning 'to obtain,' 'to get,' 'to happen upon,' or 'to meet.' It is used to describe the act of acquiring something or encountering a situation. In this form, it indicates a future action performed by a group of people.

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

Synonyms: ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΕΥΡΙΣΚΩ

Etymology: From an uncertain root, possibly related to Proto-Indo-European *dʰewgʰ- meaning 'to be ready, be sufficient'.

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