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Ignatius’ Letter to the Trallians, Chapter 8
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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.
G1893
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Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb
Sounds like: eh-PEI
Translations: since, because, for, when, after, inasmuch as
Notes: This word functions as a conjunction or adverb, introducing a clause that provides a reason, cause, or time. As a conjunction, it can mean 'since' or 'because' when indicating a cause, or 'when' or 'after' when indicating time. As an adverb, it can mean 'for' or 'inasmuch as'. It often introduces a dependent clause that explains the main clause.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΔΙΟΤΙ, ΚΑΘΟΤΙ, ΕΠΕΙΔΗ
Etymology: From the preposition ἐπί (epi, 'upon, on') and the particle εἰ (ei, 'if'). It originally meant 'upon the condition that' or 'when'.
G1097
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: eg-NOHN
Translations: I knew, I recognized, I understood, I learned
Notes: ἘΓΝΩΝ is the first person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb γινώσκω. It signifies a completed action in the past, meaning 'I knew', 'I recognized', 'I understood', or 'I learned'. This form often implies an experiential or personal knowledge gained at a specific point in time.
Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, 1st Person Singular
Synonyms: ΟΙΔΑ
G5108
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: toy-OO-ton
Translations: such, such a, of such a kind, such a one, such a thing
Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'such' or 'of such a kind'. It is used to describe something that is of a particular nature, quality, or degree, often referring back to something previously mentioned or implied. It can be used to emphasize the quality of a person or thing.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΤΟΙΟΣΔΕ, ΤΟΣΟΥΤΟΣ
Etymology: From the demonstrative pronoun ΤΟΙΟΣ (toios, "such") and the enclitic particle -ΟΥΤΟΣ (-outos, "this").
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.
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.
G5213
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: yoo-MEEN
Translations: (to) you, (for) you
Notes: This word is a second person plural pronoun, meaning 'you' (plural). It is in the dative case, indicating the indirect object of a verb or the recipient of an action. It can be translated as 'to you' or 'for you', depending on the context.
Inflection: Plural, Dative
G0235
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Part of Speech: Conjunction
Sounds like: AL-lah
Translations: but, yet, however, nevertheless, on the contrary, rather, moreover, indeed
Notes: This word is a strong adversative conjunction, used to introduce a statement that contrasts with or opposes a preceding statement. It often implies a stronger contrast than 'δέ' (de). It can also be used to introduce an emphatic statement, sometimes translated as 'indeed' or 'moreover'. It is frequently found at the beginning of a clause.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΔΕ, ΠΛΗΝ, ΟΜΩΣ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *h₂el- (other). It is related to other words meaning 'other' or 'different'.
G4334
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: pro-foo-LASS-soh
Translations: guard against, protect, beware of, take precautions, keep safe
Notes: This verb means to guard against, protect, or take precautions. It implies a proactive measure to prevent harm or danger. It can be used to warn someone to beware of something or to describe the act of keeping something safe from harm.
Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, 1st Person, Singular; or Present, Active, Infinitive
Synonyms: ΦΥΛΑΣΣΩ, ΤΗΡΕΩ, ΠΡΟΣΕΧΩ
Etymology: From Ancient Greek πρό (pró, “before, in front of”) and φυλάσσω (phylássō, “to guard, watch”).
G5210
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: hoo-MAS
Translations: you, you all
Notes: This is a second-person plural personal pronoun, meaning 'you' or 'you all'. It is in the accusative case, indicating that it functions as the direct object of a verb or the object of certain prepositions. For example, it would be used in a sentence like 'He saw you all'.
Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Second Person, All genders
G1510
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Part of Speech: Participle
Sounds like: ON-tas
Translations: being, existing, those who are, those who exist
Notes: This word is the present active participle of the verb 'to be' (ΕἸΜΙ), inflected in the masculine accusative plural. It describes individuals or things that are currently in a state of being or existence. It can be translated as 'being' or 'existing', often referring to 'those who are' or 'those who exist' in a particular state or place, especially when used substantively (as a noun). For example, it might refer to 'those who are present' or 'those who are alive'.
Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Masculine, Accusative, Plural
G1700
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: moo
Translations: of me, my, mine
Notes: ΜΟΥ is the genitive singular form of the first-person personal pronoun, meaning "of me," "my," or "mine." It indicates possession or origin, similar to how "my" or "mine" is used in English. It can be used with nouns to show ownership (e.g., "my house") or with verbs to indicate the source or object of an action (e.g., "he heard of me").
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Common Gender
G4308
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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle
Sounds like: pro-o-RON
Translations: foreseeing, seeing beforehand, looking ahead, perceiving beforehand
Notes: This word is a compound participle formed from 'πρό' (before) and 'ὁράω' (to see). It describes the action of seeing or perceiving something before it happens or before it is fully revealed. It implies a sense of foresight or anticipation. It can be used to describe someone who is looking ahead or has a clear vision of future events or circumstances.
Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Masculine or Neuter, Nominative or Accusative, Singular
Synonyms: ΠΡΟΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΠΡΟΒΛΕΠΩ
G3588
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Part of Speech: Definite Article
Sounds like: TAS
Translations: the
Notes: ΤΑΣ is the definite article 'the' in Koine Greek. It is used to specify a particular noun, similar to 'the' in English. This specific form is used when the noun it modifies is feminine, plural, and in the accusative case, indicating the direct object of a verb or the object of certain prepositions.
Inflection: Feminine, Plural, Accusative
G1747
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: eh-NEH-dras
Translations: ambush, an ambush, lying in wait, a trap, a snare
Notes: This word refers to a hidden position from which to make a surprise attack, or the act of lying in wait. It can also refer to a trap or snare set to catch someone. It is often used in contexts of deception or hostile intent.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine
Synonyms: ΔΟΛΟΣ, ΠΑΓΙΣ, ΕΠΙΒΟΥΛΗ
Etymology: From the Greek preposition ἐν (en, 'in') and the noun ἕδρα (hedra, 'seat, sitting'). It literally means 'a sitting in' or 'a sitting in wait'.
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.
G1228
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: dee-ah-BOH-loo
Translations: (of) devil, (of) slanderer, (of) accuser, (of) an accuser
Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of the noun ΔΙΑΒΟΛΟΣ (diabolos). It refers to an accuser, a slanderer, or the Devil. In the New Testament, it is most commonly used to refer to Satan, the chief adversary of God and humanity. It is a compound word formed from διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'across', and βάλλω (ballō), meaning 'to throw' or 'to cast', thus literally meaning 'one who throws across' or 'one who casts accusations'.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine
Synonyms: ΣΑΤΑΝΑΣ, ΑΝΤΙΚΕΙΜΕΝΟΣ, ΠΕΙΡΑΣΤΗΣ
G5210
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: yoo-MACE
Translations: you
Notes: This word is a second-person plural pronoun, meaning 'you' (referring to multiple people). It is used when the 'you' is the subject of the sentence, performing the action of the verb.
Inflection: Nominative, Plural, Second Person
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is related to the Latin 'vos' and English 'you'.
G3756
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Part of Speech: Adverb, Particle
Sounds like: OO
Translations: not, no
Notes: ΟΥ̓ is a negative particle used to express a factual negation. It typically negates verbs in the indicative mood, stating that something is not true or does not happen. It can also negate other parts of speech. When combined with ΜΉ (ou mē), it forms a very strong negation, meaning "by no means" or "never."
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΜΉ, ΟΥ̓Κ, ΟΥ̓ΧΊ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is a fundamental negative particle in Greek.
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.
G4236
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: prah-oo-PAH-theh-ee-ahn
Translations: meekness, gentleness, mildness, a meekness, a gentleness, a mildness
Notes: This word refers to the quality of being gentle, mild, or meek. It describes a disposition that is not easily provoked or angered, characterized by a calm and patient spirit. It can be used to describe a person's character or their manner of interacting with others.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΠΡΑΟΤΗΣ, ΕΠΙΕΙΚΕΙΑ
G0353
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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle
Sounds like: ah-nah-lah-BON-tes
Translations: taking up, having taken up, picking up, receiving, assuming, restoring, recovering
Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'analambanō', meaning 'to take up', 'to lift up', 'to pick up', 'to receive', or 'to assume'. It often implies an action of lifting or carrying something away, or taking on a responsibility or role. It can also refer to recovering or restoring something. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action performed by the subject of the main verb, often translated as 'having taken up' or 'taking up'.
Inflection: Aorist, Active, Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Plural
Synonyms: ΑΙΡΩ, ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΥΠΟΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ
G0308
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ah-nak-TAY-sas-theh
Translations: recover, regain, restore, recover!, regain!, restore!
Notes: This word is a compound verb meaning to recover, regain, or restore something. It implies getting back what was lost or taken. It is often used as a command or exhortation to take back or reclaim something.
Inflection: Aorist, Middle Voice, Imperative, Second Person, Plural
Synonyms: ΑΠΟΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΚΟΜΙΖΩ
G1438
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: eh-ow-TOOS
Translations: themselves
Notes: This word is a reflexive pronoun, meaning 'themselves'. It is used to refer back to the subject of the sentence or clause, indicating that the action is performed by the subject upon itself. For example, 'they save themselves'.
Inflection: Accusative, Plural, Masculine
G4102
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: PIS-tei
Translations: (by) faith, (in) faith, (with) faith, (to) faith, (by) trust, (in) trust, (with) trust, (to) trust, (by) belief, (in) belief, (with) belief, (to) belief
Notes: This word is a noun meaning 'faith,' 'trust,' or 'belief.' It refers to a firm conviction or reliance on something or someone. In Koine Greek, it is often used to describe spiritual faith, particularly in God or Christ. As a dative case, it indicates the means, instrument, or recipient of an action, often translated with prepositions like 'by,' 'in,' 'with,' or 'to.'
Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΠΕΠΟΙΘΗΣΙΣ, ΕΛΠΙΣ
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'.
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
G4561
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: SARX
Translations: flesh, a flesh, body, a body, human nature, a human nature, mankind, a mankind
Notes: This word refers to flesh, the physical body, or human nature. In a broader sense, it can also refer to humanity or mankind. It is often used to contrast the physical, earthly aspect of existence with the spiritual.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΣΩΜΑ, ΑΝΘΡΩΠΟΣ
Etymology: The word ΣΑΡΞ (sarx) is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek. It has cognates in other Indo-European languages, but its precise etymological root is not definitively established.
G2962
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: KOO-ree-OO
Translations: of Lord, of the Lord, of God, of the Master
Notes: This word refers to a lord, master, or owner. In religious contexts, particularly in the Septuagint and New Testament, it is frequently used to refer to God or Jesus Christ, often as a title of reverence and authority. It can be used in sentences like 'the house of the Lord' or 'the word of the Lord'.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine
Synonyms: ΘΕΟΣ, ΔΕΣΠΟΤΗΣ
Etymology: The word ΚΥΡΙΟΣ (kyrios) derives from the root κῦρος (kyros), meaning 'power, authority'. It originally referred to someone who possessed authority or control, such as a master or owner, and later evolved to be used as a title for deities or rulers.
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.
G0026
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ah-GAH-pay
Translations: love, a love, charity
Notes: This word refers to a deep, unconditional, and benevolent love, often used in a spiritual or divine sense. It is a selfless and sacrificial love, distinct from other forms of love like eros (romantic love) or philia (friendship love). It can be used to describe God's love for humanity, or the love that believers should have for God and for one another.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΦΙΛΙΑ, ΕΡΩΣ
Etymology: The origin of this word is uncertain, but it is thought to be pre-Greek. It gained prominence in Koine Greek, particularly in the Septuagint and New Testament, where it was chosen to translate the Hebrew word 'ahavah' and to describe a specific kind of divine and selfless love.
G0001
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: AHY-mah
Translations: blood, a blood
Notes: ΑΙΜΑ refers to blood, the fluid that circulates in the body. It is often used literally, but can also metaphorically represent life, kinship, or violence and bloodshed. For example, it can refer to the shedding of blood in sacrifice or battle.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter
Synonyms: ΑΙΜΑΤΟΣ
Etymology: The word ΑΙΜΑ comes from Proto-Indo-European. It has cognates in other Indo-European languages, reflecting an ancient origin for the concept of blood.
G2424
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Part of Speech: Proper Noun
Sounds like: ee-ay-SOO
Translations: of Jesus, to Jesus, of Joshua, to Joshua
Notes: This is a proper name, referring to either Jesus Christ or Joshua, the successor of Moses. It is used to identify a specific individual.
Inflection: Singular, Masculine, Genitive or Dative
G5547
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: khri-STOO
Translations: of Christ, of the Anointed One, of the Messiah
Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of 'ΧΡΙΣΤΟΣ' (Christos), meaning 'Anointed One' or 'Messiah'. It refers to the one chosen and consecrated by God, particularly Jesus. As a genitive case, 'ΧΡΙΣΤΟΥ' indicates possession, origin, or relationship, often translated as 'of Christ' or 'belonging to Christ'. It can be used to describe something that pertains to Christ or is from Christ.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine
Synonyms: ΜΕΣΣΙΑΣ, ΕΚΛΕΚΤΟΣ
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
G5216
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: hoo-MOHN
Translations: (of) you, your
Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the second-person personal pronoun, meaning 'of you' or 'your' when referring to multiple people. It indicates possession, origin, or relationship concerning a group of people being addressed. For example, it might be used in phrases like 'the house of you' (your house) or 'from among you'.
Inflection: Second Person, Plural, Genitive
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.
G4139
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Part of Speech: Adverb, Noun
Sounds like: PLAY-see-on
Translations: near, nearby, neighbor, a neighbor, one's neighbor
Notes: This word primarily functions as an adverb meaning 'near' or 'nearby', indicating proximity in space or time. It can also be used substantively as a noun, typically in the neuter singular, to refer to 'one's neighbor' or 'the person next to you'. When used as a noun, it often refers to a fellow human being, emphasizing a relationship of proximity or community.
Inflection: Does not inflect (as an adverb); Neuter, Singular (when used substantively as a noun)
Synonyms: ΕΓΓΥΣ, ΠΑΡΑΠΛΗΣΙΟΝ
G2192
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: EKH-eh-toh
Translations: let him have, let it have, let her have, let them have, let him hold, let it hold, let her hold, let them hold, let him possess, let it possess, let her possess, let them possess
Notes: This word is a verb in the imperative mood, used to express a command, request, or exhortation directed at a third person (singular or plural). It means 'let him/her/it/them have' or 'let him/her/it/them hold/possess'. It indicates permission, command, or a desired state for someone or something else.
Inflection: Third Person, Singular or Plural, Present, Active, Imperative
Synonyms: ΚΡΑΤΕΩ, ΚΑΤΕΧΩ, ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ
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.
G874
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ah-for-MAS
Translations: occasions, opportunities, pretexts, starting points, bases, advantages
Notes: This word is a compound noun, formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and ὁρμή (hormē), meaning 'a start' or 'a rush'. It refers to a starting point, an occasion, an opportunity, or a pretext. It can be used to describe the basis or foundation for an action, or an advantage that one might seize.
Inflection: Accusative, Plural, Feminine
Synonyms: ΠΡΟΦΑΣΙΣ, ΑΙΤΙΑ, ΕΥΚΑΙΡΙΑ
G1325
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: DI-doh-teh
Translations: give, grant, bestow
Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to give', 'to grant', or 'to bestow'. It is often used in commands or requests, indicating an action of providing something to someone. For example, it can be used in a sentence like 'Give me the book' or 'Grant us peace'.
Inflection: Present, Active, Imperative, Second Person, Plural
Synonyms: ΔΩΡΕΟΜΑΙ, ΠΑΡΕΧΩ, ΧΑΡΙΖΟΜΑΙ
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.
G1484
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: EH-theh-sin
Translations: (to) nations, (to) peoples, (to) Gentiles
Notes: ἘΘΝΕΣΙΝ is the dative plural form of the noun ΕΘΝΟΣ, meaning 'nation' or 'people'. In a biblical context, it often refers specifically to non-Israelite peoples, also known as Gentiles. As a dative form, it indicates the indirect object of an action, often translated with 'to' or 'for' the nations/peoples.
Inflection: Dative, Plural, Neuter
Synonyms: ΛΑΟΙ, ΓΕΝΗ
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.
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'.
G3641
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: o-LI-goos
Translations: few, a few, little, a little
Notes: This word describes a small quantity or number of something. It is used to indicate that there are not many of a particular item or group. For example, it can refer to 'few people' or 'a small amount of time'.
Inflection: Masculine, Plural, Accusative
Synonyms: ΒΡΑΧΥΣ, ΕΛΑΧΙΣΤΟΣ
G0878
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Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun
Sounds like: AH-froh-nahs
Translations: foolish, senseless, unwise, a fool, the foolish
Notes: This word describes someone who is without sense or reason, lacking in understanding or prudence. It can be used as an adjective to describe a foolish person or thing, or as a noun to refer to a fool. It implies a lack of practical wisdom or spiritual discernment, rather than a lack of intelligence. It is often used in a moral or ethical sense.
Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine or Feminine
Synonyms: ἈΝΟΗΤΟΣ, ἈΣΥΝΕΤΟΣ, ΜΩΡΟΣ
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.
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
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.
G0987
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: blas-fay-MEE-tay
Translations: to be blasphemed, to be slandered, to be reviled, to be spoken evil of
Notes: This word is a verb meaning to be spoken against, reviled, or slandered. It is often used in contexts where someone or something sacred, like God or His word, is dishonored or spoken of disrespectfully. It is in the passive voice, indicating that the subject is receiving the action of blasphemy or slander.
Inflection: Present, Passive, Indicative, Third Person Singular
Synonyms: ΚΑΚΟΛΟΓΕΩ, ΥΒΡΙΖΩ
G3759
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Part of Speech: Interjection
Sounds like: OO-ah-ee
Translations: Woe, alas
Notes: This word is an exclamation used to express lament, grief, or warning. It is often translated as 'woe' or 'alas' and can be used to pronounce a curse or a solemn warning of impending disaster or judgment. It is typically followed by the person or thing to whom the 'woe' is directed, often in the dative case or introduced by a preposition.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Etymology: The word 'οὐαι' is of imitative origin, mimicking a cry of lamentation. It is found in various forms across different languages, suggesting a common, ancient root for such an exclamation.
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.
G3756, G3757
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Part of Speech: Adverb, Relative Adverb, Relative Pronoun
Sounds like: OO
Translations: not, no, where, of whom, of which, when
Notes: This word, written without diacritics, can represent at least two distinct Koine Greek words. It most commonly functions as a negative particle (οὐ), meaning 'not' or 'no', used to express a direct and objective negation. It can also function as a relative adverb (οὗ), meaning 'where' or 'when', indicating place or time, or as a relative genitive pronoun, meaning 'of whom' or 'of which'. The precise meaning depends on the context and the original diacritics.
Inflection: Does not inflect (as a particle/adverb); Genitive, Singular, Masculine or Neuter (as a relative pronoun)
Synonyms: ΜΗ, ΟΠΟΥ
Etymology: The negative particle οὐ (ou) comes from Proto-Indo-European *ne, meaning 'not'. The relative adverb/pronoun οὗ (hou) comes from Proto-Indo-European *kʷo-, a pronominal stem.
G1909
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Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb
Sounds like: eh-PEE
Translations: on, upon, over, to, against, at, in, for, concerning, during, by, beside, near, among, with respect to
Notes: This is a very common and versatile preposition in Koine Greek. Its meaning changes significantly depending on the case of the noun it governs. With the genitive case, it often means 'upon, over, on, at, in the time of, during, concerning, in the presence of'. With the dative case, it can mean 'upon, on, at, by, near, beside, in, for, in addition to, on the basis of, because of, in the time of, during, in the presence of, against'. With the accusative case, it typically means 'upon, on, to, against, over, for, with a view to, at, by, during, in the time of'. It can also function as an adverb meaning 'upon, besides, in addition'.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Etymology: The word ἘΠΙ comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is related to similar prepositions in other Indo-European languages, conveying ideas of 'on, upon, over'.
G3153
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: mah-tah-YOH-tee-tee
Translations: in vanity, to vanity, for vanity, in futility, to futility, for futility, in emptiness, to emptiness, for emptiness
Notes: This word refers to the state of being empty, useless, or without purpose. It describes something that is vain, futile, or transient, often implying a lack of substance or lasting value. It is used to express the idea of something being without effect or meaning.
Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΚΕΝΟΤΗΣ, ΜΑΤΑΙΟΛΟΓΙΑ
G3686
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: O-no-MA
Translations: name, a name, reputation, character, authority
Notes: This word refers to a name, whether of a person, place, or thing. It can also signify one's reputation, character, or even authority, as a name often represents the person or entity itself. It is commonly used in phrases like 'in the name of' to denote authority or representation.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Accusative, or Genitive; Neuter
Synonyms: ΚΛΕΟΣ, ΦΗΜΗ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *h₁nómn̥. It is cognate with Latin nōmen and English name.
G5100
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: TEE-nohn
Translations: of some, of certain, of any, of some one, of a certain one
Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the indefinite pronoun 'τις' (tis), meaning 'some,' 'any,' or 'certain.' It is used to refer to an unspecified number of people or things, often implying an unknown or unmentioned group. It can be translated as 'of some,' 'of certain ones,' or 'of any.'
Inflection: Genitive, Plural, All genders
Synonyms: ΕΝΙΩΝ, ΤΙΝΕΣ
G0987
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: blas-fay-MEE-tai
Translations: is blasphemed, is slandered, is reviled, is defamed
Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to be blasphemed,' 'to be slandered,' or 'to be reviled.' It describes an action where someone or something, often God or sacred things, is spoken of disrespectfully, abusively, or in a defamatory manner. It is used to indicate that the subject of the verb is the one receiving the blasphemy or slander.
Inflection: Present, Indicative, Passive, Third Person Singular
Synonyms: ΚΑΚΟΛΟΓΕΙΤΑΙ, ΥΒΡΙΖΕΤΑΙ, ΛΟΙΔΟΡΕΙΤΑΙ
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