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

Ignatius’ Letter to the Trallians, Chapter 4

Interlinear version from Ignatius of Antioch (Beta)

4:1

ΠΟΛΛΑ
- POLLA
- much
ΦΡΟΝΩ
- PHRONŌ
- I-think
ἘΝ
- EN
- in
ΘΕΩ
- THEŌ
- God
ἈΛΛ
- ALL
- but
ἘΜΑΥΤΟΝ
- EMAUTON
- myself
ΜΕΤΡΩ
- METRŌ
- I-measure
ΙΝΑ
- INA
- so-that
ΜΗ
- MĒ
- not
ἘΝ
- EN
- in
ΚΑΥΧΗΣΕΙ
- KAUCHĒSEI
- boasting
ΑΠΟΛΩΜΑΙ
- APOLŌMAI
- I-perish
ΝΥΝ
- NYN
- now
ΓΑΡ
- GAR
- for
ΜΕ
- ME
- me
ΔΕΙ
- DEI
- it-is-necessary
ΠΛΕΟΝ
- PLEON
- more
ΦΟΒΕΙΣΘΑΙ
- PHOBEISTHAI
- to-fear
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ΜΗ
- MĒ
- not
ΠΡΟΣΕΧΕΙΝ
- PROSECHEIN
- to-pay-attention
ΤΟΙΣ
- TOIS
- to-the-ones
ΦΥΣΙΟΥΣΙΝ
- PHYSIOUSIN
- puffing-up
ΜΕ
- ME
- me
ΟΙ
- OI
- for
ΓΑΡ
- GAR
- for
ΛΕΓΟΝΤΕΣ
- LEGONTES
- the-ones-saying
ΜΟΙ
- MOI
- to-me
ΜΑΣΤΙΓΟΥΣΙΝ
- MASTIGOUSIN
- they-scourge
ΜΕ
- ME
- me

4:2

ἈΓΑΠΩ
- AGAPŌ
- I-love
ΜΕΝ
- MEN
- indeed
ΓΑΡ
- GAR
- for
ΤΟ
- TO
- the
ΠΑΘΕΙΝ
- PATHEIN
- to-suffer
ἈΛΛ
- ALL
- but
ΟΥ̓Κ
- OUK
- not
ΟἸΔΑ
- OIDA
- I-know
ΕἸ
- EI
- if
ἈΞΙΟΣ
- AXIOS
- worthy
ΕἸΜΙ
- EIMI
- I-am
ΤΟ
- TO
- for
ΓΑΡ
- GAR
- for
ΖΗΛΟΣ
- ZĒLOS
- jealousy
ΠΟΛΛΟΙΣ
- POLLOIS
- to-many
ΜΕΝ
- MEN
- indeed
ΟΥ̓
- OU
- not
ΦΑΙΝΕΤΑΙ
- PHAINETAI
- appears
ἘΜΕ
- EME
- me
ΔΕ
- DE
- but
ΠΛΕΟΝ
- PLEON
- more
ΠΟΛΕΜΕΙ
- POLEMEI
- it-wars
ΧΡΗΖΩ
- CHRĒZŌ
- I-need
ΟΥ̓Ν
- OUN
- therefore
ΠΡΑΟΤΗΤΟΣ
- PRAOTĒTOS
- of-meekness
ἘΝ
- EN
- in
Η
- Ē
- which
ΚΑΤΑΛΥΕΤΑΙ
- KATALYETAI
- is-destroyed
Ο
- O
- the
ἈΡΧΩΝ
- ARCHŌN
- ruler
ΤΟΥ
- TOU
- of-the
ΑἸΩΝΟΣ
- AIŌNOS
- age
ΤΟΥΤΟΥ
- TOUTOU
- of-this

G4183

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Part of Speech: Adjective, Adverb

Sounds like: POL-lah

Translations: much, many, great, abundant, often, greatly, many things

Notes: This word is an inflection of the adjective 'ΠΟΛΥΣ' (polys), meaning 'much' or 'many'. As an adjective, 'ΠΟΛΛΑ' typically functions as the neuter plural nominative or accusative, meaning 'many things' or 'much'. It can also function as an adverb, meaning 'often' or 'greatly'. It is used to indicate a large quantity or frequency.

Inflection: Neuter, Plural, Nominative or Accusative (of the adjective ΠΟΛΥΣ); or Adverb

Synonyms: ΠΛΕΙΩΝ, ΙΚΑΝΟΣ

G5426

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: froh-NOH

Translations: to think, to understand, to set one's mind on, to be minded, to have understanding, to be wise, to be prudent, to be of one mind, to be disposed

Notes: This verb refers to the act of thinking, understanding, or having a particular mindset or disposition. It can describe intellectual activity, but also the direction of one's will or affections. It is often used to express what one's mind is set on or what one's attitude is towards something.

Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, First Person Singular

Synonyms: ΝΟΕΩ, ΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΣΥΝΙΗΜΙ

Etymology: From φρήν (phrēn), meaning 'mind' or 'intellect'. The verb φρονέω (phroneō) thus relates to the activity of the mind.

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.

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.

G3354, G3358

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Part of Speech: Verb, Noun

Sounds like: MEH-troh

Translations: to measure, to mete out, to apportion, (to) measure, (by) measure, (in) measure, a measure

Notes: This word can function as a verb meaning 'to measure' or 'to mete out', indicating the act of determining size, quantity, or distributing something according to a standard. As a noun, it refers to a 'measure' or 'standard', often used to denote a specific quantity or limit. In the provided context, 'ἐν μέτρῳ' (en metrō) means 'in/by measure', indicating a limited or specific quantity.

Inflection: First Person Singular, Present, Active, Indicative (Verb); Singular, Dative, Neuter (Noun)

Synonyms: ΜΕΤΡΕΩ, ΜΕΤΡΟΝ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *meh₁- 'to measure'. It is related to Latin metior and English 'meter'.

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.

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.

G2746

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: kow-KHEE-see

Translations: to boasting, for boasting, in boasting, by boasting, to glorying, for glorying, in glorying, by glorying, to pride, for pride, in pride, by pride

Notes: This word refers to the act of boasting, glorying, or expressing pride. It is often used in a negative sense, implying arrogance or self-exaltation, but can sometimes refer to legitimate grounds for pride or a source of glory. As a dative case, it indicates the indirect object, means, or location of an action.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΚΑΥΧΗΜΑ, ΚΟΜΠΟΣ

Etymology: null

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.

G1163

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Part of Speech: Impersonal Verb

Sounds like: DEH-ee

Translations: it is necessary, one must, it is proper, it behooves

Notes: This is an impersonal verb meaning 'it is necessary' or 'one must'. It expresses a strong sense of obligation, necessity, or inevitability. It is often used with an infinitive to indicate what must be done or what is destined to happen.

Inflection: Impersonal, 3rd person singular, Present, Indicative, Active

Synonyms: ΧΡΗ, ΑΝΑΓΚΗ ΕΣΤΙΝ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *deyh₂- (to shine, to gleam), which developed into the sense of 'to be visible, to appear', and then 'to be proper, to be necessary'.

G4119

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Part of Speech: Adjective, Adverb

Sounds like: PLEH-on

Translations: more, a greater amount, a greater number, further, moreover, besides

Notes: This word signifies 'more' or 'greater' and can function as both an adjective and an adverb. As an adjective, it describes a larger quantity or degree of something. As an adverb, it indicates an increase in action or extent, often translated as 'further' or 'moreover'. It is the neuter singular form of the adjective 'πλέων'.

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

Synonyms: ΠΕΡΙΣΣΟΤΕΡΟΝ, ΜΑΛΛΟΝ

Etymology: The word 'πλέων' (pleōn) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to fill' or 'full'. It is related to words signifying abundance or completion.

G5399

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: foh-BEY-sthai

Translations: to fear, to be afraid, to reverence, to respect

Notes: This word is the present middle/passive infinitive form of the verb 'φοβέω'. It means 'to fear' or 'to be afraid', often implying a sense of dread or terror. However, in a religious context, especially when referring to God, it can also mean 'to reverence' or 'to respect', indicating a profound awe and submission rather than mere terror. It is used to express the action of fearing or showing reverence.

Inflection: Infinitive, Present Tense, Middle or Passive Voice

Synonyms: ΔΕΙΔΩ, ΤΡΕΜΩ

Etymology: The verb 'φοβέω' comes from the noun 'φόβος' (phobos), meaning 'fear' or 'panic'. This noun is related to the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to flee' or 'to be afraid'.

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.

G4337

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pros-EKH-ayn

Translations: to pay attention, to give heed, to attend to, to beware, to apply oneself, to hold to

Notes: This word is the present active infinitive form of the verb προσέχω. It means to direct one's mind or attention towards something, often implying caution, diligence, or adherence. It can be used to mean 'to pay attention to', 'to be careful', 'to beware of', 'to apply oneself to', or 'to hold to' a teaching or person. It often takes a dative object or a prepositional phrase.

Inflection: Infinitive, Present, Active

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΕΧΩ, ΠΡΟΣΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΕΠΕΧΩ

Etymology: The word προσέχω is a compound verb formed from the preposition πρός (pros), meaning 'to' or 'towards', and the verb ἔχω (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. Thus, it literally means 'to hold towards' or 'to have towards', which developed into the sense of directing one's attention or mind towards something.

G5448

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: fy-see-OO-sin

Translations: they puff up, they make proud, they inflate

Notes: This verb means to inflate, to puff up, or to make proud. It is often used metaphorically to describe someone becoming arrogant or conceited due to a perceived advantage or knowledge. It implies a sense of swelling with pride or self-importance.

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

Synonyms: ΟΙΔΕΩ, ΚΑΥΧΑΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: From φύσις (physis, "nature, origin") and the suffix -όω (-oō, forming verbs). It literally means "to make natural" or "to cause to grow," but in Koine Greek, it developed the metaphorical sense of swelling or puffing up.

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.

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.

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.

G3958

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-THAYN

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

Notes: This word is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'πάσχω' (paschō). It means 'to suffer,' 'to experience,' 'to undergo,' or 'to endure.' It is used to express the action of experiencing something, often something difficult or painful, but it can also refer to experiencing something generally. As an infinitive, it functions like the English 'to suffer' or 'to experience' and can be used as the object of another verb or to express purpose.

Inflection: Infinitive, Aorist, Active

Synonyms: ΚΑΚΟΠΑΘΕΩ, ΥΠΟΜΕΝΩ

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.

G1492

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: OY-dah

Translations: know, understand, perceive, be aware of

Notes: This verb means 'to know' or 'to understand'. It is a perfect tense verb that functions with a present meaning, indicating a state of knowing that has resulted from a past act of perceiving or learning. It is often used to express a deep, intuitive, or experiential knowledge, as opposed to merely intellectual knowledge. It can be used with an accusative object, or with a clause introduced by 'ὅτι' (that) or an interrogative pronoun.

Inflection: Perfect, Active, Indicative, 1st Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΕΠΙΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *weyd- 'to see, to know'. In Greek, it developed into a perfect tense verb with a present meaning, signifying a state of knowing that comes from having seen or perceived.

G1519, G1487, G1488

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Part of Speech: Preposition, Conjunction, Verb

Sounds like: E

Translations: into, to, for, unto, in, if, you are

Notes: This word is an elided form, indicated by the coronis (the apostrophe-like mark) at the end. It most commonly represents the preposition 'εἰς' (eis), meaning 'into, to, for', especially when followed by a vowel. It can also represent the conjunction 'εἰ' (ei), meaning 'if', or the verb 'εἶ' (ei), meaning 'you are'. In the provided examples, it functions as the preposition 'into' or 'to', indicating motion towards a place or object. It is used with the accusative case.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as an elided form); the original words it represents have their own inflections (e.g., 'εἰς' is a preposition and does not inflect; 'εἰ' is a conjunction and does not inflect; 'εἶ' is a verb, 2nd Person Singular, Present, Indicative, Active).

G0514

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: AX-ee-os

Translations: worthy, deserving, fit, suitable, a worthy one, a deserving one

Notes: This word describes something or someone as being worthy, deserving, or suitable for a particular purpose, action, or reward. It can be used to express that someone is 'worthy of' something, often followed by a genitive case, or 'deserving of' a certain fate or honor. It implies a correspondence between the quality of a person or thing and what is due to them.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine. This adjective can inflect for gender (masculine, feminine, neuter), number (singular, plural), and case (nominative, genitive, dative, accusative).

Synonyms: ΕΥΛΟΓΗΤΟΣ, ΔΙΚΑΙΟΣ, ΕΥΠΡΕΠΗΣ

Etymology: The word ἈΞΙΟΣ comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to drive, to weigh'. It is related to the idea of balance and weighing, thus leading to the concept of worth or value.

G1510

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ee-MEE

Translations: I am, to be, exist, happen

Notes: This is the Koine Greek verb 'to be', 'to exist', or 'to happen'. It is a fundamental and highly irregular verb, often used as a copula (a linking verb) to connect the subject of a sentence to a predicate noun or adjective, indicating identity or a state of being. It can also indicate existence or occurrence. For example, 'Ἐγὼ εἰμι' translates to 'I am'.

Inflection: First person singular, Present, Indicative, Active

Synonyms: ΥΠΑΡΧΩ, ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: This verb is one of the oldest and most fundamental verbs in the Greek language, tracing its origins back to Proto-Indo-European roots. It has cognates in many other Indo-European languages.

G2205

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ZAY-los

Translations: zeal, jealousy, envy, indignation, a zeal, a jealousy, an envy, an indignation

Notes: This word refers to intense passion or fervor, which can manifest in both positive and negative ways. It can mean a strong enthusiasm or devotion (zeal), or a negative emotion like jealousy or envy, often accompanied by indignation or rivalry. Its meaning depends on the context, indicating either a commendable passion for something good or a destructive, resentful feeling towards others.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΦΘΟΝΟΣ, ΕΡΙΣ

Etymology: The word ΖΗΛΟΣ comes from an ancient root meaning 'to boil' or 'to ferment,' suggesting an intense, bubbling emotion. It is related to the verb ζέω (zeō), meaning 'to boil' or 'to be hot.'

G5316

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: fah-EE-neh-tai

Translations: appears, seems, is seen, is evident

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to appear' or 'to seem'. It is often used impersonally, meaning 'it appears' or 'it seems that...'. It can also mean 'to be seen' or 'to become visible'. It describes something that becomes evident or manifest.

Inflection: Present, Indicative, Middle or Passive Voice, 3rd Person Singular

Synonyms: ΔΟΚΕΩ, ΟΡΑΩ, ΕΚΦΑΙΝΩ

Etymology: The word ΦΑΙΝΩ comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *bʰeh₂- meaning 'to shine'. It is related to words signifying light, appearance, and manifestation.

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.

G5535

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: KHRAY-zoh

Translations: need, want, desire, lack, have need of

Notes: This verb means to need, want, or desire something. It often implies a lack or a necessity. It can be used to express a personal need or a general requirement for something to happen or exist. For example, one might say they 'need' food or 'desire' wisdom.

Inflection: Present Active Indicative, First Person Singular

Synonyms: ΔΕΟΜΑΙ, ΕΠΙΘΥΜΩ, ΒΟΥΛΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: From χρεία (chreia), meaning 'need' or 'use'. It is related to χράομαι (chraomai), 'to use'.

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'.

G4240

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: prah-OH-tay-tos

Translations: of meekness, of gentleness, of humility, of consideration

Notes: This word refers to the quality of meekness, gentleness, or humility. It describes a disposition that is mild, gentle, and considerate, often implying strength under control rather than weakness. It is used to describe a humble and patient attitude, especially in dealing with others.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΕΙΚΕΙΑ, ΤΑΠΕΙΝΟΦΡΟΣΥΝΗ

Etymology: The word ΠΡΑΟΤΗΣ (praotēs) comes from the adjective πρᾶος (praos), meaning 'mild, gentle'. It describes a disposition that is calm and gentle, often associated with a humble and patient spirit.

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.

G2647

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tah-LOO-eh-tai

Translations: is destroyed, is overthrown, is abolished, is dissolved, is lodged, is broken down

Notes: This word means to destroy, abolish, overthrow, dissolve, or lodge. In the form 'ΚΑΤΑΛΥΕΤΑΙ', it is used in the passive voice, indicating that something 'is being destroyed', 'is being overthrown', 'is being abolished', or 'is being dissolved'. It can also mean 'to be lodged' or 'to be accommodated', especially in the context of staying somewhere overnight. It implies a bringing to an end or a breaking down of something.

Inflection: Present, Indicative, Middle or Passive, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΑΦΑΝΙΖΩ, ΚΑΘΑΙΡΕΩ, ΛΥΩ

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'.

G0758

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: AR-khone

Translations: ruler, a ruler, prince, chief, magistrate, official, leader

Notes: This word refers to a person in a position of authority or leadership. It can denote a ruler, a prince, a chief, or any high-ranking official or magistrate. It is used to describe someone who holds power or has a prominent role in a community or government.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΗΓΕΜΩΝ, ΚΥΡΙΟΣ, ΒΑΣΙΛΕΥΣ

Etymology: From the verb ἄρχω (archō), meaning 'to rule, to begin'. It refers to one who is first or who leads.

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.

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