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Book Two, Chapter 29
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G4459
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Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction
Sounds like: POHS
Translations: how, in what way, by what means, that, in order that
Notes: ΠΩΣ is an adverb used to inquire about the manner or means by which something occurs, translating to "how" or "in what way." It can introduce direct or indirect questions. It can also function as a conjunction, meaning "that" or "in order that," especially when expressing purpose or result.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΟΠΩΣ, ΩΣ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, related to demonstrative and interrogative pronominal stems.
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.
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.
G3588
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Part of Speech: Definite Article
Sounds like: THAYS
Translations: of the
Notes: ΤΗΣ is the genitive, singular, feminine form of the definite article 'the'. It is used to indicate possession, origin, or relationship for feminine singular nouns. For example, 'the house of the woman' would use ΤΗΣ for 'of the woman'. It functions similarly to 'of the' in English.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine
Etymology: The Greek definite article 'Ο' (of which ΤΗΣ is an inflection) derives from a Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronoun root. It evolved to function as a definite article in ancient Greek, marking nouns as specific or previously mentioned.
G4314
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Part of Speech: Preposition
Sounds like: PROSS
Translations: to, toward, with, against, for, at, near, by, in relation to
Notes: This is a common and versatile preposition in Koine Greek. It indicates direction, relation, or purpose, and its precise meaning often depends on the case of the noun it governs. For example, with the accusative case, it typically means 'to' or 'toward' (indicating motion or direction), 'against' (indicating opposition), or 'in relation to'. With the genitive case, it can mean 'from' (indicating origin or source) or 'in the presence of'. With the dative case, it can mean 'at' or 'near' (indicating proximity). It is used to express a wide range of relationships between actions, objects, and people.
Inflection: Does not inflect, but governs various cases (accusative, genitive, dative).
Synonyms: ΕΙΣ, ΕΠΙ, ΠΑΡΑ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'forward, toward'. It is related to other words indicating movement or direction.
G0246
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: al-LO-fy-looss
Translations: foreigners, strangers, aliens, people of another tribe
Notes: This word refers to people of a different race, tribe, or nation. In a biblical context, it often denotes non-Israelites or those who are not part of the chosen people. It is used to describe those who are 'other' or 'alien' in terms of origin or affiliation.
Inflection: Accusative, Plural, Masculine
Synonyms: ΞΕΝΟΣ, ΕΘΝΙΚΟΣ
Etymology: The word is a compound of ἄλλος (allos), meaning 'other, different', and φυλή (phylē), meaning 'tribe, race, nation'.
G1932
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: eh-pee-I-kee-as
Translations: of gentleness, of fairness, of equity, of forbearance, of clemency, of reasonableness
Notes: This word refers to the quality of being gentle, fair, equitable, or forbearing. It describes a disposition that is reasonable and mild, often in contrast to strict justice or rigid adherence to rules. It can be used to describe a person's character or an action that demonstrates such qualities.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine
Synonyms: ΠΡΑΟΤΗΣ, ΕΥΓΝΩΜΟΣΥΝΗ
Etymology: From the adjective ἐπιεικής (epieikēs), meaning 'fitting, reasonable, fair', which is derived from ἐπί (epi, 'upon') and εἰκός (eikos, 'fitting, reasonable').
G5431
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: eph-fron-TI-sen
Translations: he cared, he took thought, he was concerned, he paid attention
Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to care', 'to take thought', 'to be concerned', or 'to pay attention'. It describes an action of showing concern or giving attention to something or someone. It is often used to express that someone has given careful consideration or provision for a matter.
Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, Third Person Singular
Synonyms: ΜΕΛΩ, ΠΡΟΝΟΕΩ, ΕΠΙΜΕΛΕΟΜΑΙ
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'.
G3550
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: noh-moh-THEH-tays
Translations: lawgiver, a lawgiver
Notes: This word refers to someone who establishes or enacts laws. It can describe a person who creates a legal system or a divine being who gives commandments. It is typically used in a nominative case to identify the subject as the lawgiver.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΝΟΜΟΔΟΤΗΣ
Etymology: This is a compound word derived from two Greek words: ΝΟΜΟΣ (NOMOS), meaning 'law', and ΤΙΘΗΜΙ (TITHĒMI), meaning 'to place' or 'to set'. Thus, it literally means 'one who places or sets laws'.
G0514
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: AX-ee-on
Translations: worthy, deserving, fitting, proper, a worthy thing, a fitting thing
Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'worthy,' 'deserving,' or 'fitting.' It is used to describe something or someone that is of appropriate value, merit, or suitability for a particular purpose or situation. It can be used to say that something is 'worthy of' something else, often followed by a genitive case.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΕΥΛΟΓΟΣ, ΠΡΕΠΩΝ, ΔΙΚΑΙΟΣ
Etymology: The word ἈΞΙΟΣ (axios) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *ag- meaning 'to drive, draw, move'. It is related to the idea of weighing or balancing, thus leading to the sense of 'having weight' or 'being worthy'.
G3708
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ee-DEIN
Translations: to see, to perceive, to behold, to look, to know, to understand
Notes: This word is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'ὁράω' (horao), meaning 'to see'. It is used to express the action of seeing or perceiving in a general sense, often without a specific time frame. It can also imply understanding or knowing something through observation. For example, it might be used in a sentence like 'He desired to see the truth' or 'It is good to see the light'.
Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive
Synonyms: ΒΛΕΠΩ, ΘΕΩΡΕΩ, ΕΠΙΒΛΕΠΩ
Etymology: The verb 'ὁράω' (horao) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to see'. The aorist stem 'ἰδ-' (id-) is derived from a different, but related, Proto-Indo-European root, which also means 'to see' or 'to know'.
G5316
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: fah-NEH-tai
Translations: will appear, will be revealed, will shine, will become visible
Notes: This word means 'will appear', 'will be revealed', or 'will shine'. It describes something that will become visible or manifest itself in the future. It is used to indicate that something will come into sight or be made known.
Inflection: Future, Indicative, Middle or Passive Voice, Third Person Singular
Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ, ΔΕΙΚΝΥΜΙ
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.
G0001
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Part of Speech: Adverb
Sounds like: A-RIS-tah
Translations: best, excellently, very well, most excellently
Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'best' or 'excellently'. It describes an action performed in the best possible way or to the highest degree. It is often used to commend or affirm something as being of superior quality or execution.
Inflection: Superlative Adverb
Synonyms: ΚΑΛΩΣ, ΕΥ
Etymology: The word ἄριστα (arista) is the neuter plural of the superlative adjective ἄριστος (aristos), meaning 'best', which itself is derived from the root of ἀρετή (aretē), meaning 'excellence' or 'virtue'.
G3956
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: PAN-tone
Translations: (of) all, (of) every, (of) everyone, (of) everything, (of) the whole
Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the adjective 'πᾶς' (pas), meaning 'all', 'every', or 'the whole'. It is used to indicate possession, origin, or relationship for a plural group, signifying 'of all' or 'belonging to all'. It can refer to people, things, or concepts, encompassing a complete set or totality.
Inflection: Genitive, Plural, All genders
Synonyms: ΟΛΟΣ, ΑΠΑΣ
G4306
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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle
Sounds like: pro-no-ee-SAH-me-nos
Translations: having provided, having foreseen, having taken thought, having taken care, having made provision
Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'pronoéō', meaning 'to foresee' or 'to take thought beforehand'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has already occurred. It indicates someone who has made prior arrangements, taken care of something in advance, or had foresight regarding a situation. It implies a proactive and thoughtful approach to circumstances.
Inflection: Aorist, Middle Voice, Masculine, Singular, Nominative
Synonyms: ΠΡΟΒΛΕΨΑΣ, ΠΡΟΕΤΟΙΜΑΣΑΣ, ΕΠΙΜΕΛΗΘΕΙΣ
G3704
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Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb
Sounds like: OH-pos
Translations: how, as, that, in order that, so that
Notes: This word functions as both a conjunction and an adverb. As a conjunction, it introduces clauses of purpose or result, meaning 'in order that' or 'so that'. As an adverb, it describes manner, meaning 'how' or 'as'. Its specific meaning often depends on the context of the sentence.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΙΝΑ, ΩΣ, ΚΑΘΩΣ
Etymology: From Ancient Greek ὡς (hōs, 'as') and πώς (pōs, 'somehow').
G3383
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Part of Speech: Conjunction
Sounds like: MAY-teh
Translations: neither, nor
Notes: This word is a conjunction used to connect two or more negative clauses or phrases. It often appears in a series, meaning 'neither...nor' or 'not even'. It emphasizes the exclusion of all listed possibilities.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΟΥΔΕ, ΟΥΤΕ
Etymology: From the negative particle ΜΗ (mē) and the enclitic particle ΤΕ (te), which means 'and'. It is used to connect negative clauses.
G3588
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Part of Speech: Definite Article
Sounds like: TAH
Translations: the
Notes: ΤΑ is the neuter plural form of the definite article in Koine Greek. It functions similarly to 'the' in English, indicating that a noun is definite or previously mentioned. It agrees in gender, number, and case with the noun it modifies, and in this form, it can be used for both nominative (subject) and accusative (direct object) cases.
Inflection: Neuter, Plural, Nominative or Accusative
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is a demonstrative pronoun that evolved into a definite article in Greek.
G3625
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: oy-KAY-ah
Translations: one's own, proper, suitable, belonging to, domestic, a household
Notes: This word describes something that is proper to, belonging to, or characteristic of a person or thing. It often relates to one's own family, household, or domestic affairs. It can be used to indicate a close relationship or a sense of belonging.
Inflection: Feminine, Singular, Nominative
Synonyms: ΙΔΙΟΣ, ΟΙΚΟΣ
Etymology: From G3624 ΟΙΚΟΣ (oikos), meaning 'house' or 'household'. It refers to that which pertains to a house or family.
G1311
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: dee-af-THAY-roh-men
Translations: we destroy, we corrupt, we ruin, we spoil, we waste, we perish
Notes: This word is a compound verb meaning to destroy, corrupt, or ruin something completely. It implies a thorough and often irreversible process of decay or destruction. It can be used in various contexts, such as destroying physical objects, corrupting morals, or causing something to perish.
Inflection: First Person Plural, Aorist, Active, Subjunctive
Synonyms: ΑΠΟΛΛΥΜΙ, ΚΑΤΑΛΥΩ, ΛΥΜΑΙΝΟΜΑΙ
G5354
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: fthoh-nay-SOH-men
Translations: to envy, to begrudge, to be jealous of
Notes: This verb means to feel envy or jealousy towards someone, or to begrudge something to someone. It implies a sense of ill-will or resentment arising from another's possessions, advantages, or success. It can be used in sentences to describe the act of withholding something out of envy or refusing to share.
Inflection: First Person Plural, Aorist, Active, Subjunctive
Synonyms: ΖΗΛΟΩ, ΒΑΣΚΑΙΝΩ
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.
G3348
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: meh-teh-KHEIN
Translations: to partake, to share in, to have a share in, to participate in
Notes: This word means to have a share in something, to participate in it, or to partake of it. It implies a joint possession or involvement with others. It is often followed by a genitive case to indicate what is being shared or participated in.
Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive
Synonyms: ΚΟΙΝΩΝΕΩ, ΜΕΡΙΖΩ, ΣΥΜΜΕΤΕΧΩ
Etymology: The word ΜΕΤΕΧΩ is a compound of the preposition ΜΕΤΑ (meta), meaning 'with' or 'among', and the verb ΕΧΩ (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. Thus, it literally means 'to have with' or 'to hold among', leading to the sense of sharing or partaking.
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)
G2251
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Part of Speech: Possessive Pronoun
Sounds like: hay-meh-TEH-rohn
Translations: (of) our, (of) ours
Notes: This word is a possessive pronoun meaning 'our' or 'ours'. It indicates possession by a group including the speaker. As a genitive plural, it typically modifies a noun, indicating that the noun belongs to 'us'. For example, 'our house' or 'the house of ours'.
Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine, Feminine or Neuter
Synonyms: ΗΜΩΝ
Etymology: The word 'ἡμέτερος' (hēmeteros) comes from 'ἡμεῖς' (hēmeis), meaning 'we'. It is a possessive adjective derived from the first person plural pronoun.
G4264
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: pro-ahee-ROO-meh-noys
Translations: choosing, preferring, purposing, intending, deciding, resolving, selecting, of those choosing, to those choosing
Notes: This word is a present middle/passive participle of the verb 'προαιρέω' (proaireō). It describes someone who is in the process of choosing, preferring, or purposing something. It can also refer to those who have made a decision or resolution. In this inflected form, it functions as a dative plural, indicating 'to/for those who are choosing/preferring/purposing'.
Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Participle, Dative, Plural, Masculine or Neuter
Synonyms: ΑΙΡΕΩ, ΕΚΛΕΓΩ, ΒΟΥΛΕΥΩ
Etymology: The word προαιρέω (proaireō) is a compound word formed from the preposition πρό (pro), meaning 'before' or 'in front of', and the verb αἱρέω (haireō), meaning 'to take' or 'to choose'. Thus, it literally means 'to take before' or 'to choose beforehand'.
G3745
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Part of Speech: Relative Pronoun, Relative Adjective
Sounds like: OH-soy
Translations: as many as, all who, whoever, how many
Notes: This word functions as a relative pronoun or adjective, meaning 'as many as' or 'all who'. It introduces a relative clause and refers to a quantity or number of people or things. It is used to connect a dependent clause to a main clause, specifying the extent or number of the antecedent.
Inflection: Nominative, Plural, Masculine
Synonyms: ΠΑΣ, ΟΣΤΙΣ
Etymology: From the demonstrative pronoun ὅς (hos, 'this, that') and the suffix -σος (-sos), indicating quantity or degree. It is related to other words indicating quantity or extent.
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.
G2309
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: theh-LOO-sin
Translations: they want, they wish, they desire, they will
Notes: This is a verb meaning 'to want,' 'to wish,' 'to desire,' or 'to will.' It is used to express intention, volition, or a strong inclination towards something. For example, it can be used in sentences like 'they want to go' or 'they wish for peace.'
Inflection: Third Person, Plural, Present Tense, Indicative Mood, Active Voice
Synonyms: ΒΟΥΛΟΜΑΙ, ΕΠΙΘΥΜΩ
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.
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).
G0846
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: ow-TOOS
Translations: them, themselves, these, those
Notes: This word is the masculine accusative plural form of the pronoun 'αὐτός' (autos). It is used to refer to a group of male or mixed-gender individuals as the direct object of a verb or the object of a preposition. It can mean 'them' or, when used emphatically, 'themselves'.
Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine
G2254
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: HEE-meen
Translations: (to) us, (for) us, us
Notes: This word is the dative plural form of the first-person plural pronoun 'we'. It is used to indicate the indirect object of a verb, meaning 'to us' or 'for us'. It can also signify possession or benefit/detriment for 'us'. For example, it might be used in a sentence like 'He gave the book to us' or 'This is good for us'.
Inflection: First Person, Plural, Dative
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, related to the first-person plural pronoun in other Indo-European languages.
G3551
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: noh-MOOS
Translations: laws, a law
Notes: This word refers to a law, custom, or principle. It is often used in the plural to refer to a body of laws, such as the Mosaic Law. In this form, it is used as the direct object of a verb or preposition.
Inflection: Plural, Masculine, Accusative
Synonyms: ΘΕΣΜΟΣ, ΔΙΚΑΙΩΜΑ, ΕΝΤΟΛΗ
G2198
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Part of Speech: Infinitive Verb
Sounds like: ZAYN
Translations: to live, to be alive
Notes: This is the present active infinitive form of the verb 'to live'. It signifies the act of living or being alive, often in a continuous sense. It is used to express the purpose or result of an action, or as the subject or object of another verb.
Inflection: Infinitive, Present, Active
Etymology: From a prolonged form of a primary verb, which is probably of uncertain affinity. It refers to the act of living or being alive.
G5223
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: hoo-pel-THON-tes
Translations: having gone under, having come under, having submitted, having undergone, having approached, having entered
Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'hyperchomai', meaning 'to go or come under', 'to submit', 'to undergo', or 'to approach'. It describes an action of moving beneath something, or metaphorically, submitting to authority, undergoing an experience, or approaching a situation. As a participle, it functions like an adjective while retaining verbal characteristics, often indicating a preceding action.
Inflection: Aorist, Active, Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Plural
Synonyms: ΥΠΟΤΑΞΑΝΤΕΣ, ΕΙΣΕΛΘΟΝΤΕΣ
G1209
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: DEKH-eh-tai
Translations: receives, accepts, takes, welcomes
Notes: This word means to receive, accept, or welcome. It implies a willing and often favorable reception of something or someone. It can be used in contexts like receiving a gift, accepting a teaching, or welcoming a person.
Inflection: 3rd Person Singular, Present Tense, Indicative Mood, Middle or Passive Voice
Synonyms: ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΠΑΡΑΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ
G5380
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Part of Speech: Adverb
Sounds like: fee-loh-FROH-nohss
Translations: kindly, courteously, hospitably, in a friendly manner, graciously
Notes: This word is an adverb meaning "kindly" or "courteously." It describes an action performed with friendliness, goodwill, or hospitality. It is often used to describe how someone receives or treats another person, indicating a warm and welcoming disposition. It is derived from the adjective φιλόφρων (philophron), meaning "friendly" or "kind-hearted."
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΕΥΝΟΙΚΩΣ, ΕΥΜΕΝΩΣ, ΠΡΟΣΗΝΩΣ
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: 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
G1085
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: GEH-nei
Translations: (to) a race, (to) a kind, (to) a family, (to) offspring, (to) a nation, in kind, in respect to kind
Notes: This word is the dative singular form of the noun 'ΓΕΝΟΣ'. It refers to a race, kind, family, or nation. In its dative form, it indicates the recipient or indirect object of an action, or it can denote the means, manner, or respect in which something is done, often translated with 'to' or 'in respect to'.
Inflection: Singular, Dative, Neuter
Synonyms: ΦΥΛΗ, ΕΘΝΟΣ, ΣΠΕΡΜΑ
G3440
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Part of Speech: Adverb, Adjective
Sounds like: MO-non
Translations: only, alone, merely, a single, a solitary
Notes: This word can function as an adverb meaning 'only' or 'merely', indicating exclusivity or limitation. It can also be the neuter singular form of the adjective 'ΜΟΝΟΣ', meaning 'alone' or 'solitary', describing something as being by itself or unique. In its adverbial use, it often modifies verbs or clauses to emphasize that something is done exclusively or that a condition applies solely to one thing.
Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative (as adjective); Does not inflect (as adverb)
Synonyms: ΜΟΝΩΣ, ΜΟΝΟΓΕΝΗΣ
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'.
G3588
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Part of Speech: Definite Article, Pronoun
Sounds like: TAY
Translations: to the, for the, by the, with the, in the, who, which
Notes: This word is the dative singular feminine form of the definite article, meaning 'to the', 'for the', 'by the', 'with the', or 'in the' when used with a feminine noun in the dative case. It can also function as a relative pronoun, meaning 'who' or 'which', referring to a feminine antecedent. It is used to specify a particular feminine noun or to introduce a relative clause.
Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine
Etymology: The Greek definite article derives from Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronouns. It developed from an earlier demonstrative pronoun in Ancient Greek.
G4286
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: pro-ahee-REH-seh
Translations: choice, purpose, decision, intention, will
Notes: This word refers to a deliberate choice, a fixed purpose, or a firm decision made by an individual. It implies a conscious act of will or intention, often with a moral or ethical dimension. It can describe a person's settled disposition or a specific resolution they have made.
Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΒΟΥΛΗ, ΓΝΩΜΗ, ΘΕΛΗΜΑ
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.
G0979
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: BEE-oo
Translations: of life, of livelihood, of means of living, a life
Notes: This is the genitive singular form of the noun 'ΒΙΟΣ' (bios), which refers to life, especially in the sense of one's earthly existence, way of life, or means of living. It can also refer to one's livelihood or possessions. As a genitive form, 'ΒΙΟΥ' often indicates possession, origin, or relationship, translating to 'of life' or 'of livelihood' depending on the context.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine
Synonyms: ΖΩΗ, ΖΩΗΝ
Etymology: From the Proto-Indo-European root *gʷih₃-wo-s, meaning 'living'. It is related to the verb 'ζάω' (zaō), meaning 'to live'.
G3543
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: noh-MEE-zohn
Translations: thinking, supposing, considering, believing, accustomed, observing, a thinking, a supposing
Notes: This word is a present active participle of the verb 'νομίζω'. It describes someone who is currently thinking, supposing, or considering something. It can also refer to someone who is accustomed to a certain practice or observes a custom. It is often used to introduce a thought or belief held by the subject of the sentence.
Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Masculine, Singular, Nominative
Synonyms: ΟΙΟΜΑΙ, ΗΓΕΟΜΑΙ, ΔΟΚΕΩ
G1510
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: EYE-nah-ee
Translations: to be, to exist, to happen, to become
Notes: This is the present active infinitive form of the verb 'to be'. It expresses existence, identity, or a state of being. It can also be used to indicate purpose or result, especially when preceded by the genitive article 'τοῦ' (tou), in which case it can be translated as 'in order to be' or 'for the purpose of being'.
Inflection: Infinitive, Present, Active. Does not inflect for person, number, gender, or case.
Synonyms: ΥΠΑΡΧΩ
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.
G3624
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: oy-kee-OH-tay-tah
Translations: relationship, kinship, intimacy, familiarity, affinity, a relationship, an intimacy
Notes: This word refers to a close relationship, kinship, or a sense of belonging and familiarity. It describes the state of being closely connected or intimate with someone or something. It can be used to describe family ties, close friendships, or a deep understanding and connection to a concept or group.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΣΥΓΓΕΝΕΙΑ, ΣΥΝΗΘΕΙΑ, ΦΙΛΙΑ
Etymology: The word ΟΙΚΕΙΟΤΗΣ (oikeiotēs) is derived from the adjective ΟΙΚΕΙΟΣ (oikeios), meaning 'belonging to a house, domestic, proper, one's own'. It is formed with the suffix -της (-tēs), which creates abstract nouns indicating a state or quality.
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Part of Speech: Letter, Numeral
Sounds like: DEL-tah
Translations: Delta, four, 4
Notes: Δ (Delta) is the fourth letter of the Greek alphabet. In the Greek numeral system, it represents the number four. It is also used as a symbol in various contexts, including mathematics and science, though its primary function in Koine Greek texts is as a letter or a numeral.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Etymology: The Greek letter Delta is derived from the Phoenician letter Dalet, which means 'door'.
G1537
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Part of Speech: Preposition
Sounds like: EK
Translations: out of, from, of
Notes: ἘΚ is a preposition meaning 'out of' or 'from,' indicating origin, source, or separation. It always governs the genitive case, meaning the noun or pronoun following it will be in the genitive form. It can also be used to express the cause or means by which something occurs.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ἈΠΌ
Etymology: From a primary preposition, meaning 'out of' or 'from'. It is a fundamental word in Greek, indicating separation or origin.
G3928
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: par-ER-goo
Translations: (of) a subordinate matter, (of) a secondary matter, (of) a side issue, (of) a by-work, (of) a trifle
Notes: This word refers to something that is secondary, subordinate, or incidental to the main subject or activity. It describes something that is done in addition to or alongside the primary task, often implying it is of lesser importance or a mere side issue.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Neuter
Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΘΗΚΗ, ΠΑΡΕΚΒΑΣΙΣ
Etymology: This is a compound word formed from the preposition ΠΑΡΑ (para), meaning 'beside' or 'alongside', and ΕΡΓΟΝ (ergon), meaning 'work' or 'deed'.
G4314
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: pros-ee-ON-tas
Translations: those coming to, those approaching, those going to, those entering
Notes: This word is a present active participle, masculine plural, accusative case, derived from the verb 'πρόσειμι' (proseimi). It describes individuals who are in the process of coming towards, approaching, or going to a particular place or person. It is often used to refer to people who are drawing near or entering a specific area.
Inflection: Participle, Present, Active, Masculine, Plural, Accusative
Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΕΝΟΥΣ, ΠΑΡΟΝΤΑΣ, ΕΙΣΕΡΧΟΜΕΝΟΥΣ
G0366
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ah-nah-MIG-noo-sthai
Translations: to mix up, to mingle, to associate with, to have dealings with
Notes: This word describes the act of mixing or mingling things together, or, in a more figurative sense, associating or having dealings with others. It implies a coming together or blending. It is often used in the context of social interaction or the combination of substances.
Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Infinitive
Synonyms: ΣΥΜΜΙΓΝΥΜΙ, ΚΟΙΝΩΝΕΩ, ΣΥΝΑΝΑΣΤΡΕΦΟΜΑΙ
G4914
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: soon-AY-thee-ah
Translations: custom, habit, practice, a custom, a habit, a practice
Notes: This word refers to a custom, habit, or practice that is established through repeated action or tradition. It describes something that is commonly done or observed, whether by an individual or a community. It can be used to speak of a personal routine or a societal norm.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΕΘΟΣ, ΕΙΩΘΟΣ, ΠΑΡΑΔΟΣΙΣ
Etymology: From σύν (syn, 'with') and ἔθος (ethos, 'custom, habit'), referring to something that is done together or has become a shared practice.
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.
G2309
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ee-THEL-ee-sen
Translations: he wished, he wanted, he desired, he willed, he intended
Notes: This word describes an action of wishing, wanting, desiring, or intending something. It is used to express someone's will or preference in a past action. For example, it can be used to say 'he wanted to go' or 'he desired that it be done'.
Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, 3rd Person Singular
Synonyms: ΒΟΥΛΟΜΑΙ, ΕΠΙΘΥΜΩ
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