2001 Translation

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ep-ar-THEIS

Translations: lifted up, exalted, raised, carried away, elated, swollen with pride

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'epairō', meaning 'to lift up' or 'to raise'. As a participle, it describes an action or state related to the main verb of a sentence. It can convey the sense of being physically lifted or raised, but often it refers to being mentally or emotionally elevated, such as being elated, proud, or arrogant. It can also describe someone who is carried away by emotion or promises.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Masculine, Nominative, Singular

Synonyms: ΥΨΩΘΕΙΣ, ΑΙΡΟΜΕΝΟΣ, ΕΞΑΡΘΕΙΣ

G3767

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'.

G3588, G3778

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.

G2340

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: THER-mos

Translations: hot, warm, fervent, eager, zealous, a hot, a warm, a fervent, an eager, a zealous

Notes: This word describes something as being hot or warm in temperature. It can also be used metaphorically to describe a person's disposition, meaning fervent, eager, or zealous. It is often used to characterize someone who is passionate or enthusiastic about something.

Inflection: Masculine, Nominative, Singular

Synonyms: ΖΕΩΝ, ΠΥΡΙΝΟΣ, ΕΝΘΕΡΜΟΣ

Etymology: From the root *θέρ- (ther-), related to heat. It is connected to the concept of burning or being warm.

G0302

Part of Speech: Particle

Sounds like: AHN

Translations: if, ever, might, would, should

Notes: This word is a particle used to express contingency, possibility, or potentiality. It does not have a direct English equivalent but modifies the meaning of the verb it accompanies, often indicating that an action is dependent on a condition or is hypothetical. It is frequently used with the subjunctive or optative moods to form conditional clauses or express indefinite temporal or relative clauses.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: The origin of this particle is uncertain, but it is believed to be an ancient particle in Greek, possibly related to the concept of 'on' or 'up' in some contexts, though its primary function became conditional.

G2532

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.

G1939

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: eh-pee-thoo-MAY-tays

Translations: desirer, one who desires, one who lusts, a desirer, a lustful person

Notes: This word refers to someone who desires or longs for something, often with a strong or intense craving. It can carry a negative connotation, implying a lustful or covetous person, especially in a moral or spiritual context. It is a compound word formed from 'ἐπί' (upon, toward), 'θυμός' (passion, spirit), and the agent suffix '-της' (one who does).

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΘΥΜΙΑ, ΠΟΘΟΣ

Etymology: This word is derived from the verb ἐπιθυμέω (epithymeō, to desire, long for) and the agent noun suffix -της (-tēs). The verb itself comes from ἐπί (epi, upon, toward) and θυμός (thymos, passion, spirit).

G3756

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.

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: geh-NO-meh-nos

Translations: having become, being, happened, arisen, a having become, a being

Notes: This word is an aorist middle participle of the verb 'γίνομαι' (ginomai), meaning 'to become', 'to happen', or 'to come into being'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has already occurred or is completed in relation to the main verb of the sentence. It can be translated as 'having become', 'being', or 'when he/it became'. It often indicates a state or condition resulting from a past action.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle, Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Singular

Synonyms: ΕΓΕΝΕΤΟ, ΕΓΕΝΗΘΗ

G1722

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.

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.

G4755

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: strah-tay-GHEE-ah

Translations: strategy, generalship, military command, office of a general, a strategy

Notes: This word refers to the office, rank, or function of a military general (strategos). It can also denote the art or science of military command, or a specific plan or maneuver used in warfare or leadership. It describes the overall direction and planning of military operations or, more broadly, any large-scale plan to achieve a goal.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΡΧΗ, ΗΓΕΜΟΝΙΑ

Etymology: The word ΣΤΡΑΤΗΓΙΑ is derived from the Greek word ΣΤΡΑΤΗΓΟΣ (strategos), meaning 'general' or 'commander'. This, in turn, comes from ΣΤΡΑΤΟΣ (stratos), meaning 'army', and ΑΓΩ (ago), meaning 'to lead'.

G3403

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: mem-NEE-may-nos

Translations: remembering, having remembered, mindful, having been reminded

Notes: This word is a perfect middle/passive participle, meaning 'remembering' or 'having remembered'. It describes someone who is in a state of having recalled something or being mindful of it. It can also imply 'having been reminded'. It is often used to introduce a clause that explains what is being remembered.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine, Perfect, Middle/Passive, Participle

Synonyms: ΜΝΗΜΟΝΕΥΩΝ, ΕΝΘΥΜΟΥΜΕΝΟΣ

G5259

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.

G1213

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: deh-dee-loh-MEH-nohn

Translations: of having been shown, of having been made clear, of having been declared, of having been revealed, of having been made known

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle, meaning 'of those who have been shown' or 'of things that have been made clear'. It describes something that has already been revealed or made evident. It is used in a genitive plural context, often referring to a group of people or things that have been previously indicated or explained.

Inflection: Perfect, Passive, Participle, Genitive, Plural, Masculine, Feminine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΦΑΝΕΡΩΘΕΝΤΩΝ, ΓΝΩΣΘΕΝΤΩΝ

G0388

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-nah-PEY-thine

Translations: to persuade, to induce, to incite, to win over

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the prefix 'ἀνα-' (ana-), meaning 'up' or 'again', and the verb 'πείθω' (peithō), meaning 'to persuade'. Therefore, 'ἀναπείθειν' means to persuade someone, often with the nuance of winning them over, inciting them, or inducing them to do something. It implies a successful act of persuasion.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΠΕΙΘΩ, ΠΑΡΑΠΕΙΘΩ, ΠΡΟΤΡΕΠΩ

Etymology: The word ἀναπείθω is formed from the prefix ἀνά (aná), meaning 'up' or 'again', and the verb πείθω (peíthō), meaning 'to persuade' or 'to convince'. The prefix intensifies or directs the action of persuasion.

G0868

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-phis-TAS-thai

Translations: to withdraw, to depart, to revolt, to fall away, to keep away from, to stand off

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb ἵστημι (histēmi), meaning 'to stand'. In its present middle/passive infinitive form, it means 'to withdraw oneself', 'to depart from', or 'to revolt'. It describes the act of moving away from something or someone, either physically or in terms of allegiance or belief. It can be used in contexts of physical separation, but also for spiritual or political defection.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Infinitive

Synonyms: ἈΠΟΧΩΡΕΩ, ἈΠΟΔΙΔΡΑΣΚΩ, ἈΠΟΠΙΠΤΩ

Etymology: The word ἀφίστημι (aphistēmi) is a compound of ἀπό (apo, 'from, away from') and ἵστημι (histēmi, 'to stand, to set'). The combination signifies 'to stand away from' or 'to cause to stand away from', leading to meanings of withdrawal or defection.

G3854

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-ra-GINE

Translations: to bring alongside, to bring forth, to produce, to come, to arrive, to pass by

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition 'παρά' (para), meaning 'beside' or 'alongside', and the verb 'ἄγω' (ago), meaning 'to lead' or 'to bring'. As an infinitive, it expresses the action of bringing something alongside, bringing it forth, or causing it to appear. It can also mean to come or arrive, or to pass by, depending on the context. It is often used to describe the act of presenting or producing something.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΑΓΩ, ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΦΕΡΩ

Etymology: The word 'παράγω' is a compound verb derived from the Greek preposition 'παρά' (para), meaning 'beside, alongside, from', and the verb 'ἄγω' (ago), meaning 'to lead, to bring'. Its meaning is a combination of these two elements, indicating movement or action in relation to something else.

G1519

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: EES

Translations: into, to, for, unto, among, in, toward

Notes: This word is a preposition that primarily indicates motion towards or into something. It is always used with the accusative case, showing the destination or goal of an action. It can also express purpose, result, or the object of an action. For example, it is used to say 'go into the city' or 'believe into Christ'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: The word ΕἸΣ comes from Proto-Indo-European *en-s, which is a locative adverb meaning 'in, into'. It is related to the English word 'in'.

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: ow-TON

Translations: him, it, them, himself, itself, the same

Notes: This word is an inflection of the pronoun 'ΑΥΤΟΣ'. It can function as a personal pronoun meaning 'him' or 'it' (singular), or 'them' (plural). It can also be used as an intensive pronoun, meaning 'himself' or 'itself', emphasizing the subject. Additionally, when used with an article, it can function as an adjective meaning 'the same'. Its meaning depends on the context and whether it's used alone or with an article.

Inflection: Accusative, Masculine or Neuter, Singular; or Accusative, Masculine, Plural

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.

G3129

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: mah-THOHN

Translations: having learned, learning, when he learned, after learning

Notes: ΜΑΘΩΝ is an aorist active participle derived from the verb ΜΑΝΘΑΝΩ, meaning 'to learn' or 'to understand'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has been completed before or at the same time as the main verb of the sentence. It often conveys the sense of 'having learned' or 'after learning' something, indicating a completed action that leads to or explains the subsequent event.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Participle, Masculine, Nominative, Singular

Synonyms: ΓΝΟΥΣ, ΕΙΔΩΣ

G1161

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.

G1911

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ep-ee-bo-LAYN

Translations: attack, assault, attempt, purpose, design, plan, a plan, a purpose, a design, a thought, a stroke, a blow, a cast, a throw

Notes: This word refers to an attack, assault, or an attempt, often with a sense of suddenness or force. It can also denote a purpose, design, or plan, indicating an intention or a mental projection. In some contexts, it can mean a stroke or a blow, or even a cast or throw, referring to the act of throwing something. It is a compound word formed from the preposition ἘΠΙ (epi, meaning 'upon' or 'on') and the root of ΒΑΛΛΩ (ballō, meaning 'to throw' or 'to cast').

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΒΟΛΗ, ΕΠΙΧΕΙΡΗΣΙΣ, ΣΚΟΠΟΣ

G2212

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-ZAY-tay

Translations: he was seeking, she was seeking, it was seeking, he sought, she sought, it sought

Notes: This word is the imperfect active indicative form of the verb 'ζητέω' (zēteō), meaning 'to seek,' 'to look for,' 'to inquire,' or 'to demand.' The imperfect tense describes an ongoing or repeated action in the past, or an action that was attempted or begun. It indicates that someone or something was in the process of seeking or looking for something.

Inflection: Third Person, Singular, Imperfect, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ἘΠΙΖΗΤΕΩ, ΑἸΤΕΩ, ἘΚΖΗΤΕΩ

G4815

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: soo-lah-BOHN

Translations: taking, having taken, seizing, arresting, conceiving, helping, assisting

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle of the verb 'συλλαμβάνω' (syllambanō). It means 'taking together,' 'seizing,' 'arresting,' 'conceiving' (as in becoming pregnant), or 'helping/assisting.' It describes an action that has been completed and often functions adverbially, indicating the circumstances or manner of the main verb's action. For example, 'having seized the man, he led him away.'

Inflection: Singular, Masculine, Nominative, Aorist Active Participle

Synonyms: ΠΙΑΖΩ, ΚΑΤΑΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΒΟΗΘΕΩ

G0337

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-neh-LEIN

Translations: to take up, to take away, to destroy, to kill, to put to death

Notes: This word is an aorist active infinitive form of the verb ἀναιρέω (anaireō). It is a compound word formed from the preposition ἀνά (ana), meaning 'up' or 'again', and the verb αἱρέω (haireō), meaning 'to take' or 'to choose'. Depending on the context, it can mean to take something up, to remove or take away, or more commonly, to destroy or kill someone. It is often used in the sense of putting someone to death.

Inflection: Infinitive, Aorist, Active

Synonyms: ἈΠΟΚΤΕΙΝΩ, ἈΠΟΛΛΥΜΙ, ΦΟΝΕΥΩ

Etymology: The verb ἀναιρέω (anaireō) is a compound of ἀνά (ana, 'up, again') and αἱρέω (haireō, 'to take, to seize').

G5348

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: FTHA-sas

Translations: having come, having arrived, having reached, having attained, having anticipated, having preceded

Notes: ΦΘΑΣΑΣ is the masculine, singular, nominative aorist active participle of the verb ΦΘΑΝΩ (phthanō). It describes an action that has been completed before the main verb's action, often implying arrival, attainment, or anticipation. It can be translated as 'having come,' 'having arrived,' 'having reached,' or 'having anticipated,' depending on the context.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine, Aorist Active Participle

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΑΦΙΚΝΕΟΜΑΙ, ΦΘΑΝΩ

G1097

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: gno-NAI

Translations: to know, to understand, to perceive, to learn, to recognize

Notes: This is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'γινώσκω' (ginōskō), meaning 'to know'. It expresses the action of knowing or coming to know in a general sense, without specifying the time of the action. It is often used as the object of another verb or as a complement to an adjective, indicating purpose or result, such as 'to be able to know' or 'for the purpose of knowing'.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΟΙΔΑ, ΣΥΝΙΗΜΙ

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective

Sounds like: TOO-toh

Translations: this, that, it, a this, a that

Notes: ΤΟΥΤΟ is a demonstrative pronoun or adjective in Koine Greek, meaning 'this' or 'that'. It is the neuter singular form and can function as either the nominative or accusative case. As a pronoun, it refers to a specific thing or concept, often pointing it out. As an adjective, it modifies a neuter singular noun, indicating 'this' or 'that' particular noun. For example, it might be used in phrases like 'this thing' or 'that matter'.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑΥΤΟΣ, ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΟΥΤΟΣ (houtos) is a demonstrative pronoun in Koine Greek, meaning 'this' or 'that'. Its origin is ancient, deriving from Proto-Indo-European roots that conveyed the idea of proximity or pointing.

G4314

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.

G3360

Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb, Conjunction

Sounds like: MEKH-ree

Translations: until, up to, as far as, even to, while, during

Notes: This word indicates a point in time or space that is reached, meaning 'until' or 'up to'. As a preposition, it takes the genitive case and specifies the limit of an action or state. As an adverb, it can modify verbs or clauses, indicating duration or extent. As a conjunction, it introduces a temporal clause, meaning 'while' or 'until'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΩΣ, ΑΧΡΙ

Etymology: From an assumed base *mekh-, perhaps related to μέγας (megas, “great”) or μήκος (mēkos, “length”). It denotes a limit or extent.

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.

G5056

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: teh-lew-TEES

Translations: of death, of an end, of a completion

Notes: This word refers to the act of dying, the end of life, or the completion of something. It is often used in contexts related to mortality or the conclusion of an event or process. In a sentence, it would typically function as a possessive or descriptive modifier, indicating something belonging to or related to death or an end.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΘΑΝΑΤΟΥ, ΠΕΡΑΣ

Etymology: The word τελευτή (teleutē) comes from the verb τελευτάω (teleutaō), meaning 'to finish, complete, die'. It is related to τέλος (telos), meaning 'end, goal, completion'.

G3306

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: MEI-nas

Translations: having remained, having abode, having endured, having stayed, a remaining one, one who remained

Notes: This word is the masculine nominative singular form of the aorist active participle of the verb 'μένω' (menō). It describes an action that was completed in the past, indicating someone who 'remained,' 'abode,' 'endured,' or 'stayed.' It functions adjectivally, modifying a noun, or substantively, referring to 'the one who remained.'

Inflection: Aorist Active Participle, Masculine, Nominative Singular

Synonyms: ΥΠΟΜΕΙΝΑΣ, ΠΑΡΑΜΕΙΝΑΣ

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.

G5037

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Particle

Sounds like: TEH

Translations: and, both, also, even, then, so, indeed

Notes: This word is a postpositive particle, meaning it typically appears after the word it modifies or connects. It functions as a conjunction, often translated as 'and' or 'both...and', connecting words, phrases, or clauses. It can also add emphasis or indicate a consequence, sometimes translated as 'also' or 'even'. When used in pairs (τε...τε or τε...καί), it means 'both...and'. It is less emphatic than 'καί' (kai) and often implies a closer connection or a more natural pairing between the elements it joins.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΚΑΙ, ΔΕ, ΑΛΛΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *kʷe, a clitic particle meaning 'and'. It is cognate with Latin -que and Sanskrit ca.

G3367

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: MAY-den

Translations: nothing, no one, none, not even one

Notes: This word is a negative indefinite pronoun or adjective, meaning 'nothing' or 'no one'. It is the neuter form of the word 'ΜΗΔΕΙΣ'. It is used to express absolute negation, particularly in contexts involving prohibitions, commands, or with subjunctive and optative moods, indicating that something should not happen or does not exist under certain conditions. For example, it can be used in a sentence like 'do nothing' or 'let nothing happen'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Accusative, Vocative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΟΥΔΕΝ

Etymology: The word ΜΗΔΕΙΣ is a compound word formed from the negative particle ΜΗ (meaning 'not') and the numeral ΕΙΣ (meaning 'one'). It literally means 'not even one'.

G5259

Part of Speech: Preposition, Prefix

Sounds like: HOOP

Translations: under, by, with, from, at, through, in, of

Notes: This word is a common Greek preposition and prefix. As a preposition, it typically means 'under' or 'below', but its meaning can vary significantly depending on the case of the noun it governs. With the genitive case, it often indicates the agent or cause ('by', 'from'). With the accusative case, it can indicate motion towards a place ('under', 'to'). As a prefix, it means 'under', 'below', 'less than', or 'secretly', as seen in compound words like 'υποκάτω' (underneath). The form 'ΥΠ' is a common truncation of 'ΥΠΟ' when it acts as a prefix, especially before a vowel, or as part of a compound word.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑ, ΕΠΙ

G3958

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

G2770

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-KER-dee-seh

Translations: he gained, he profited, he earned, he acquired

Notes: This is a verb in the third person singular, aorist active indicative mood. It describes an action that was completed in the past, indicating that 'he' or 'she' gained, profited, or earned something. It is often used in contexts of financial gain, but can also refer to gaining an advantage or benefit.

Inflection: Third Person, Singular, Aorist, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΚΕΡΔΙΖΩ, ΠΛΟΥΤΕΩ, ΕΥΠΟΡΕΩ

Etymology: The word κερδαίνω comes from the noun κέρδος (kerdos), meaning 'gain' or 'profit'. Its origin is uncertain, but it is an ancient Greek word related to the concept of acquiring wealth or advantage.

G0932

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: bah-see-LEH-ah

Translations: kingdom, reign, royal power, a kingdom

Notes: This word refers to a kingdom, royal rule, or sovereignty. It can denote the territory ruled by a king, the act of reigning, or the abstract concept of kingship or royal authority. It is often used in the New Testament to refer to the 'kingdom of God' or 'kingdom of heaven'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΙΟΝ, ΒΑΣΙΛΕΥΣΙΣ

Etymology: From the Greek word βασιλεύς (basileus), meaning 'king'. It refers to the domain or authority of a king.

G5442

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: foo-lakh-THEE-nai

Translations: to be guarded, to be kept, to be preserved, to be observed

Notes: This word is the aorist passive infinitive form of the verb 'φυλάσσω' (phylassō), meaning 'to guard' or 'to keep'. As an infinitive, it functions like a verbal noun, often translated as 'to be guarded' or 'to be kept'. It indicates an action that is to be performed upon the subject, rather than by the subject.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΤΗΡΕΙΝ, ΔΙΑΤΗΡΕΙΝ, ΠΡΟΣΕΧΕΙΝ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek φυλάσσω (phylássō, “to guard, watch, defend”), from φύλαξ (phýlax, “a guard, watcher”).

G0622

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-poth-NAY-skay

Translations: to die, to be dead, to perish

Notes: This verb means 'to die' or 'to be dead'. It is often used to describe the physical cessation of life, but can also refer to spiritual death or the perishing of something. It is a compound word formed from 'ἀπό' (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and 'θνῄσκω' (thnēiskō), meaning 'to die'.

Inflection: Present Indicative, Active Voice, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΤΕΛΕΥΤΑΩ, ΚΑΤΑΛΥΩ, ΦΘΕΙΡΩ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἀπό (apo, 'from, away from') and θνῄσκω (thnēiskō, 'to die'). The prefix ἀπό can intensify the meaning or indicate separation.

G2235

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: AY-day

Translations: already, now, by this time, forthwith, even now

Notes: This word is an adverb used to indicate that something has happened or is happening at the present moment, or has happened prior to the present moment. It can convey a sense of immediacy or completion. For example, it can mean 'already' when referring to something that has taken place, or 'now' when emphasizing the current time.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΝΥΝ, ΑΥΤΙΚΑ, ΕΥΘΕΩΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *h₁eh₂dʰ- (to be present, to be here). It is related to the demonstrative pronoun 'ho' (this) and the particle 'de' (now, indeed).

G3303

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.

G2414

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: hee-eh-ro-so-LY-moys

Translations: (to) Jerusalem, (in) Jerusalem, (at) Jerusalem

Notes: This word refers to the city of Jerusalem, a significant city in ancient Israel and a central location in many biblical narratives. It is used here in the dative case, indicating location or direction, such as 'in Jerusalem' or 'to Jerusalem'.

Inflection: Dative, Plural

Etymology: The name 'Jerusalem' is of Hebrew origin, meaning 'foundation of peace' or 'city of peace'. It is a compound word derived from 'yara' (to found, to lay a cornerstone) and 'shalom' (peace).

G0537

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-PAN-tas

Translations: all, every, the whole, everyone

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'all', 'every', or 'the whole'. It is used to indicate the entirety of a group or quantity. In this form, it is the masculine or feminine accusative plural, meaning it refers to 'all' or 'everyone' as the direct object of a verb, or after a preposition that takes the accusative case.

Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΑΣ, ΟΛΟΣ

Etymology: The word ἅπας (hapas) is a compound word formed from the prefix ἁ- (ha-), meaning 'together' or 'one and the same', and πᾶς (pas), meaning 'all' or 'every'. It emphasizes the totality or completeness of something.

G2118

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: yoo-dai-mo-NEE-ah

Translations: happiness, good fortune, prosperity, blessedness, a good fortune, a prosperity

Notes: This word refers to a state of well-being, often translated as happiness, good fortune, or prosperity. It implies a flourishing life, characterized by success, abundance, and divine favor. It is a compound word derived from 'εὖ' (eu), meaning 'good', and 'δαίμων' (daimon), meaning 'spirit' or 'divinity', thus literally 'good spirit' or 'good fortune'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΕΥ̓ΠΡΑΓΙΑ, ΟΛΒΟΣ, ΜΑΚΑΡΙΟΤΗΣ

Etymology: The word ΕΥ̓ΔΑΙΜΟΝΙΑ is a compound of εὖ (eu, 'good') and δαίμων (daimōn, 'spirit, divinity'). It refers to the state of having a good daimon or being in a state of good fortune, leading to the meaning of happiness or flourishing.

G4149

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PLOO-too

Translations: of wealth, of riches, of abundance

Notes: This word refers to wealth, riches, or abundance. It is used to describe material possessions or a state of being rich. In this form, it is the genitive singular of the noun 'πλοῦτος', indicating possession or origin, often translated with 'of'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΧΡΗΜΑΤΑ, ΠΕΡΙΟΥΣΙΑ, ΕΥΠΟΡΙΑ

Etymology: The word 'πλοῦτος' (ploutos) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *pleu- meaning 'to flow, to swim'. It is related to words signifying abundance or fullness.

G5428

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: froh-NEE-say

Translations: to wisdom, to understanding, to prudence, to insight, to good sense

Notes: This word refers to practical wisdom, understanding, or prudence. It implies a sound mind and good sense, often in a moral or ethical context. It describes the ability to make good judgments and act wisely in practical matters. In a sentence, it would indicate the means or instrument by which something is done, or the recipient of an action, due to its dative case.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΟΦΙΑ, ΣΥΝΕΣΙΣ

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).

G0936

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: bah-see-LEH-oo-sahn-tahs

Translations: having reigned, who reigned, those who reigned

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb 'βασιλεύω' (basileuō), meaning 'to reign' or 'to be king'. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred, functioning like an adjective or adverb. In this form, it refers to 'those who have reigned' or 'those who were kings'. It is used to describe individuals or groups who previously held royal power.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Participle, Masculine, Accusative, Plural

Synonyms: ΑΡΧΟΝΤΑΣ, ΚΡΑΤΟΥΝΤΑΣ

G1519, G1487, G1488

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).

G3361

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.

G3745

Part of Speech: Relative Pronoun, Relative Adjective

Sounds like: OH-sah

Translations: as many as, all that, whatever, how many, all things whatsoever, whatever things

Notes: This word is the neuter plural form of the relative pronoun/adjective ὅσος (hosos). It means 'as many as' or 'all that/which' and is used to introduce a relative clause, referring to an indefinite quantity or number of things. It can function as both a pronoun (e.g., 'whatever things') or an adjective (e.g., 'as many things as'). It can be used in both the nominative and accusative cases.

Inflection: Neuter, Plural, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: PANTA, HAPAS

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is related to the demonstrative pronoun ὅδε (hode, 'this') and the interrogative pronoun τίς (tis, 'who? what?').

G4012

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: PEH-ree

Translations: about, concerning, around, for, on behalf of, with respect to, at, near

Notes: This word is a preposition that can take either the genitive or accusative case, and its meaning changes depending on the case of the noun it governs. When used with the genitive case, it typically means 'about', 'concerning', 'for', or 'on behalf of'. When used with the accusative case, it usually indicates spatial 'around', 'about' (in the sense of movement or position), 'at', or 'near'. It can also be used as a prefix in compound words, adding a sense of 'around' or 'excessive'.

Inflection: Governs Genitive or Accusative case; Does not inflect itself

Synonyms: ΥΠΕΡ, ΑΜΦΙ, ΕΠΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *peri, meaning 'around, about'. It is cognate with English 'peri-' (as in 'perimeter') and Latin 'per'.

G1223

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'.

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: OW-tas

Translations: them, themselves

Notes: This word is a pronoun meaning 'them' or 'themselves'. It is used to refer to a group of feminine nouns or persons in the accusative case, indicating that they are the direct object of a verb or the object of a preposition. It can function as a simple pronoun or as an intensive pronoun, emphasizing the subjects themselves.

Inflection: Accusative, Plural, Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΦΑΣ, ΣΦΕΑΣ

Etymology: The word ΑΥ̓ΤΟΣ comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is an ancient Greek pronoun that has been in use since classical times, referring to 'self' or 'same', and developing into a general third-person pronoun.

G2556

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: kah-KOHN

Translations: (of) bad things, (of) evils, (of) calamities, (of) troubles

Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the adjective 'ΚΑΚΟΣ', meaning 'bad' or 'evil'. When used substantively, as it often is in the genitive plural, it refers to 'evils', 'calamities', or 'troubles'. It describes things that are harmful, morally corrupt, or cause distress. It can be used to describe the source or nature of something negative.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine, Feminine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΠΟΝΗΡΩΝ, ΦΑΥΛΩΝ, ΑΣΕΒΩΝ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'bad' or 'evil'. It is related to words signifying 'to hurt' or 'to wound'.

G4895

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: soom-peh-SON-tone

Translations: having fallen together, having met, having clashed, having coincided, of those who fell together, of those who met, of those who clashed

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'συμπίπτω', meaning 'to fall together', 'to meet', or 'to clash'. It describes an action that has already occurred, indicating that multiple entities have come together, either physically, in conflict, or in agreement/coincidence. It is often used in a genitive absolute construction to describe a circumstance or event that happened, such as 'when they met' or 'when they clashed'.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Genitive, Plural, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΕΛΘΟΝΤΩΝ, ΣΥΝΑΝΤΗΣΑΝΤΩΝ

G1444

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: heb-RAH-ee-oys

Translations: to Hebrews, for Hebrews, Hebrews

Notes: This word refers to the Jewish people, specifically those who spoke Hebrew or Aramaic, distinguishing them from Hellenistic Jews who spoke Greek. It is used to denote the descendants of Abraham through Isaac and Jacob, who formed the nation of Israel. In the New Testament, it often refers to the Jewish people as a whole, or specifically to Jewish Christians.

Inflection: Plural, Dative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΙΟΥΔΑΙΟΙ, ΙΣΡΑΗΛΙΤΑΙ

Etymology: From Hebrew עִבְרִי (ʿiḇrī), meaning 'Hebrew' or 'Israelite', possibly derived from the name Eber (עֵבֶר), an ancestor of Abraham.

G2119

Part of Speech: Adjective, Adverb

Sounds like: yoo-KAI-roh-teh-ron

Translations: more opportune, more timely, more convenient, more seasonable, more fitting, more appropriate

Notes: This word is the comparative form of the adjective 'εὔκαιρος' (eukairos) or the adverb 'εὐκαίρως' (eukairōs), meaning 'opportune' or 'timely'. As an adjective, it describes something that is more opportune, timely, or convenient. As an adverb, it describes an action done more opportunely or at a more fitting time. It is used to compare the suitability or timeliness of one thing or action against another.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative (Adjective); Comparative (Adverb)

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΦΟΡΟΤΕΡΟΝ, ΕΠΙΤΗΔΕΙΟΤΕΡΟΝ

Etymology: The word 'εὔκαιρος' (eukairos) is a compound word derived from 'εὖ' (eu), meaning 'well' or 'good', and 'καιρός' (kairos), meaning 'time', 'season', or 'opportunity'. Thus, it literally means 'well-timed' or 'good time'.

G1265

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-ah-sah-FEE-sai

Translations: to make clear, to explain, to declare, to make known, to expound

Notes: This word means to make something clear, plain, or evident. It implies explaining or declaring something in a way that removes all ambiguity or confusion. It is often used when someone is expounding on a topic or making a detailed explanation.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΔΗΛΟΩ, ΕΚΔΗΛΟΩ, ΦΑΝΕΡΟΩ

Etymology: From διά (dia, 'through, thoroughly') and σαφής (saphēs, 'clear, distinct'). It literally means 'to make thoroughly clear'.

G3326

Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb

Sounds like: MEH-tah

Translations: with, among, after, behind, afterward, besides

Notes: ΜΕΤΑ is a versatile word that functions as both a preposition and an adverb. As a preposition, its meaning depends on the case of the noun it governs: when followed by a genitive noun, it means 'with' or 'among', indicating association or presence; when followed by an accusative noun, it means 'after' or 'behind', indicating sequence or pursuit. As an adverb, it typically means 'afterward' or 'besides'. It is a very common word in Koine Greek.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΣΥΝ, ΟΠΙΣΩ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *met- 'in the middle, among, with'. It is cognate with English 'mid' and 'middle'.

G1245

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: dee-ah-dek-sah-MEH-noo

Translations: (of) succeeding, (of) taking over, (of) following after, (of) receiving in succession

Notes: This word is a compound participle, formed from the preposition διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'apart', and the verb δέχομαι (dechomai), meaning 'to receive' or 'to take'. Together, it means 'to receive in succession', 'to succeed', or 'to take over' from someone else. It describes an action of one person or thing following another in a sequence of authority or position.

Inflection: Genitive, Singular, Masculine, Aorist, Middle, Participle

Synonyms: ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΚΛΗΡΟΝΟΜΕΩ

Etymology: The verb διαδέχομαι (diadechomai) is formed from the prefix διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'apart', and the verb δέχομαι (dechomai), meaning 'to receive' or 'to take'. The prefix adds the sense of succession or completion.

G3739

Part of Speech: Relative Pronoun, Conjunction

Sounds like: HOS

Translations: who, which, what, that, as, how, when

Notes: The word 'ΟΣ' is a versatile relative pronoun in Koine Greek, meaning 'who,' 'which,' or 'that,' depending on the context and the gender, number, and case it agrees with. It introduces a relative clause, linking it to a preceding noun or pronoun. It can also function as a conjunction, meaning 'as,' 'how,' or 'when,' indicating manner or time.

Inflection: Masculine, Singular, Nominative

Etymology: The word 'ΟΣ' is an ancient Greek word, tracing its origins back to Proto-Indo-European roots. It has been a fundamental part of the Greek language's grammatical structure for millennia, serving to connect clauses and introduce relative information.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: am-mah-nee-TEE-dos

Translations: of the Ammonitess, of the Ammonite woman

Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of the feminine noun 'ἈΜΜΑΝΙΤΙΣ', which refers to an Ammonite woman or a female inhabitant of Ammon. It is used to indicate possession or origin, similar to saying 'of the Ammonite woman' in English.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Etymology: The word 'ἈΜΜΑΝΙΤΙΣ' is derived from 'ἈΜΜΩΝ' (Ammon), referring to the ancient Semitic nation and kingdom of Ammon. The suffix '-ιτις' is used to form feminine nouns indicating origin or belonging.

G5225

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: hoo-PEER-khen

Translations: was, existed, there was, there existed, had, possessed

Notes: This word is the imperfect active indicative form of the verb 'to be' or 'to exist', often implying a state of being or possession that continued over a period in the past. It can mean 'was', 'existed', or 'there was/existed'. It can also mean 'to have' or 'to possess', indicating what someone had or what was available to them. It describes a continuous or repeated action or state in the past.

Inflection: Third Person, Singular, Imperfect, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΗΝ, ΕΓΕΝΕΤΟ

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: ow-TOH

Translations: (to) him, (to) her, (to) it, (to) himself, (to) herself, (to) itself

Notes: This word is the dative singular form of the pronoun 'ΑΥ̓ΤΟΣ'. It functions as a personal pronoun meaning 'him', 'her', or 'it' when used as an indirect object, often translated with 'to' or 'for'. It can also function as an intensive pronoun meaning 'himself', 'herself', or 'itself', emphasizing the subject. In some contexts, especially with the definite article, it can act as a demonstrative pronoun meaning 'the same'. Its usage depends heavily on the surrounding context.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Feminine or Neuter

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: geh-GON-os

Translations: having become, having been, being, who has become, who has been

Notes: This word is the perfect active participle of the verb ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ (ginomai), meaning 'to become', 'to be', 'to come into being', or 'to happen'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has been completed and has ongoing results. It often translates as 'having become' or 'having been', indicating a state or condition resulting from a past action. For example, it could be used in a phrase like 'the one having become king'.

Inflection: Perfect, Active, Masculine, Singular, Nominative

Synonyms: ΕΙΜΙ, ΥΠΑΡΧΩ

Etymology: The verb ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ (ginomai) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to come into being' or 'to be born'. It is a fundamental verb in Greek, indicating a process of becoming or happening, as opposed to a static state of being.

G3539

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: noh-OH-mas

Translations: perceiving, understanding, thinking, considering, a perceiving, an understanding, a thinking, a considering

Notes: This word is a present participle of the verb 'νοέω' (noeo), meaning 'to perceive, understand, or think'. It describes someone or something that is in the process of understanding or thinking. It can function adjectivally, describing a noun, or substantively, acting as a noun itself, referring to 'one who perceives' or 'the act of perceiving'.

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

Synonyms: ΦΡΟΝΕΩ, ΣΥΝΙΗΜΙ

G3686

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: too-NO-mah

Translations: the name, a name

Notes: This word is a crasis (a contraction of two words into one) of the definite article "τὸ" (to, meaning 'the') and the noun "ὄνομα" (onoma, meaning 'name'). It means "the name" and functions as a singular, neuter noun, typically in the nominative or accusative case. It is used to refer to a specific name or reputation.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter (crasis of the definite article and noun)

Etymology: The word ὄνομα (onoma) comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is related to words for 'name' in many other Indo-European languages.

G3992

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: PEM-psan-tes

Translations: having sent, sending, dispatching, escorting, accompanying

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'ΠΕΜΠΩ', meaning 'to send' or 'to dispatch'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action performed by the subject. It can be translated as 'having sent' or 'sending', indicating an action that has occurred or is occurring in relation to the main verb of the sentence. It can also mean to escort or accompany someone.

Inflection: Aorist Active Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Plural

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΣΤΕΛΛΩ, ΕΞΑΠΟΣΤΕΛΛΩ

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.

G2434

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ee-eh-roh-boh-AM-on

Translations: Jeroboam

Notes: This is a proper noun referring to Jeroboam, the first king of the northern kingdom of Israel after the split of the united monarchy. He reigned for 22 years and is primarily known for establishing golden calf worship in Dan and Bethel, leading Israel into idolatry.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine

Etymology: The name Jeroboam is of Hebrew origin, meaning 'he whose people are many' or 'he who contends for the people'. It is derived from the Hebrew words 'rav' (many, great) and 'am' (people).

G0864

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ah-fee-ko-MEH-noo

Translations: having come, having arrived, having reached, of one who has come, of one who has arrived

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'aphikneomai', meaning 'to arrive' or 'to come'. It describes an action that has already taken place, often functioning like an adjective or adverb to modify a noun or verb in the sentence. It indicates that someone or something has reached a particular place or state.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle Voice, Participle, Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΕΛΘΟΝΤΟΣ, ΠΑΡΑΓΕΝΟΜΕΝΟΥ

Etymology: The word ἀφικνέομαι (aphikneomai) is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb ἱκνέομαι (hikneomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to reach'. Thus, it literally means 'to come from' or 'to arrive from'.

G4172

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: POH-lin

Translations: city, a city

Notes: The word 'πόλιν' is the accusative singular form of the noun 'πόλις', meaning 'city'. It refers to a populated place, typically larger than a village, with a defined administrative structure. As an accusative case, it functions as the direct object of a verb or the object of certain prepositions, indicating the destination or the object being acted upon. For example, one might 'go into the city' or 'see the city'.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Etymology: The word 'πόλις' comes from Proto-Indo-European, referring to a fortified place or citadel. It developed to mean a city-state in ancient Greece, encompassing both the physical settlement and its citizens.

G1063

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.

G1564

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: eh-KAY-seh

Translations: thither, there, to that place, to that place where

Notes: This word is an adverb indicating direction or location, meaning 'to that place' or 'there'. It is used to express movement towards a specific, previously mentioned or understood location. For example, one might say 'go thither' to mean 'go to that place'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ἘΚΕΙ, ἘΝΘΑΔΕ

Etymology: This adverb is formed from the demonstrative pronoun ἐκεῖ (ekeî), meaning 'there', with the addition of the suffix -σε (-se), which indicates direction 'to'.

G4905

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: soon-el-THOO-see

Translations: (to) those who have come together, (to) those who assembled, (to) those who met, (to) those who gathered

Notes: This word is a dative plural masculine/neuter perfect active participle of the verb 'συνέρχομαι' (synerchomai), meaning 'to come together' or 'to assemble'. It describes a group of people who have already come together or assembled. It is used to indicate the recipients of an action or the beneficiaries of something, referring to 'those who have come together'.

Inflection: Plural, Dative, Masculine or Neuter, Perfect, Active

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΑΓΟΜΕΝΟΙ, ΣΥΝΕΛΗΛΥΘΟΤΕΣ

G4334

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: pros-EL-thon-tes

Translations: having come to, approaching, drawing near, coming forward, those who came to, when they came to

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb 'προσέρχομαι' (proserchomai), meaning 'to come to' or 'to approach'. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred or is occurring in relation to the main verb of the sentence. It often functions adverbially, indicating the circumstances or time of an action, such as 'when they came to' or 'after they had approached'. It can also function adjectivally, describing 'those who came to'.

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

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΕΓΓΙΖΩ, ΠΑΡΑΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ

G3870

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: par-eh-ka-LOON

Translations: they were calling alongside, they were exhorting, they were comforting, they were appealing to, they were entreating, they were encouraging

Notes: This word is the third person plural imperfect active indicative form of the verb παρακαλέω (parakaleō). It describes an ongoing or repeated action in the past, meaning 'they were calling someone to their side,' 'they were exhorting,' 'they were comforting,' 'they were appealing to,' or 'they were encouraging.' It implies a continuous or habitual action of summoning, urging, or consoling.

Inflection: Third Person, Plural, Imperfect, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΑΚΑΛΟΥΝΤΕΣ, ΠΑΡΑΚΑΛΟΥΜΕΝΟΙ, ΠΑΡΑΚΑΛΟΥΣΙΝ

Etymology: The word παρακαλέω is a compound of παρά (para), meaning 'beside' or 'alongside,' and καλέω (kaleō), meaning 'to call.' Thus, its core meaning is 'to call to one's side.'

G0447

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: an-EYE-nai

Translations: to let go, to relax, to give up, to neglect, to abandon, to release, to allow, to permit

Notes: This word is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'ἀνίημι'. It means to let go, to relax, or to give up. It can also mean to neglect, abandon, or release. In some contexts, it can signify to allow or permit something to happen. It is often used in the sense of relaxing effort or ceasing from an activity.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ἈΦΙΗΜΙ, ΠΑΥΩ, ΧΑΛΑΩ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἀνίημι (aníēmi), from ἀνά (aná, “up, back”) + ἵημι (híēmi, “to send, to throw”).

G5101

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.

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: ow-TOYS

Translations: (to) them, (to) themselves, (to) it, (to) him, (to) her

Notes: This word is a dative plural form of the personal/demonstrative pronoun 'ΑΥ̓ΤΟΣ'. It typically means 'to/for them' or 'to/for themselves', depending on the context. It can refer to people or things. When used reflexively, it emphasizes the subject performing an action on or for themselves. It can also be used to refer to 'it', 'him', or 'her' in the dative case when the gender and number are clear from context, though 'them' is its primary plural translation.

Inflection: Dative, Plural, Masculine, Feminine, or Neuter

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ge-NEH-sthai

Translations: to become, to be, to happen, to come to pass, to arise, to be made, to be born

Notes: This word is the aorist middle infinitive form of the verb 'γίνομαι' (ginomai). It signifies the action of coming into being, happening, or being made. It can also mean to be born or to arise. As an infinitive, it often functions like 'to become' or 'to happen' in English, frequently used after verbs that express desire, ability, or necessity.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΕΙΜΙ, ΥΠΑΡΧΩ, ΠΟΙΕΩ

G5543

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: khray-stoh-TEH-ron

Translations: better, kinder, more useful, a better thing, a kinder thing, a more useful thing

Notes: This word is the neuter singular form of the comparative adjective 'ΧΡΗΣΤΟΤΕΡΟΣ', meaning 'better', 'kinder', or 'more useful'. It describes something that is superior in quality, kindness, or utility compared to something else. It can be used predicatively or attributively to describe a neuter noun or concept.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative, Comparative

Synonyms: ΑΓΑΘΩΤΕΡΟΝ, ΚΑΛΛΙΟΝ, ΩΦΕΛΙΜΩΤΕΡΟΝ

Etymology: The word ΧΡΗΣΤΟΣ (chrēstos) comes from the Greek verb χράομαι (chraomai), meaning 'to use'. Thus, it originally conveyed the sense of 'useful' or 'serviceable', which then developed into 'good' or 'kind'.

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: eh-KAY-noh

Translations: to that, for that, with that, by that, that one

Notes: This word is a demonstrative pronoun or adjective, meaning 'that' or 'that one'. It is used to point out something or someone that is distant in space or time, or to refer back to something previously mentioned. In this form, it is in the dative case, indicating the indirect object or the means/instrument by which something is done. It often translates as 'to that', 'for that', or 'with that', depending on the context.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΟΥΤΟΣ, ΟΔΕ

G2218

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ZOO-gon

Translations: yoke, a yoke, balance, a balance, pair, a pair

Notes: This word refers to a wooden bar or frame that is fitted over the necks of two animals, typically oxen, and attached to a plow or cart, allowing them to pull together. Metaphorically, it can represent a burden, servitude, or submission, but also a connection or partnership. It can also refer to the beam of a balance scale or a pair of things, such as a pair of scales or a pair of animals.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΔΟΥΛΕΙΑ, ΒΑΡΟΣ, ΖΕΥΓΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΖΥΓΟΝ comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to join' or 'to yoke'. It is related to English words like 'yoke' and 'join'.

G2158

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: yoo-NOOS-teh-roy

Translations: more well-disposed, more favorable, more loyal, more devoted

Notes: This word is the comparative form of the adjective 'εὔνους' (eunous), meaning 'well-disposed' or 'favorable'. As a comparative, it means 'more well-disposed' or 'more favorable'. It describes a greater degree of goodwill, loyalty, or devotion towards someone or something. It would be used to compare the disposition of one group or person to another, indicating who is more favorably inclined.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Vocative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΠΙΣΤΟΤΕΡΟΙ, ΑΓΑΘΩΤΕΡΟΙ

G1223

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: dee-AH

Translations: through, by, by means of, on account of, because of, for the sake of

Notes: This word is a preposition that can take two different cases, which changes its meaning. When used with the genitive case, it means 'through' or 'by means of', indicating the instrument or agency by which something is done. When used with the accusative case, it means 'on account of', 'because of', or 'for the sake of', indicating the cause or reason for something.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΚ, ΕΝΕΚΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'through' or 'apart'.

G1932

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ep-ee-I-kee-an

Translations: fairness, gentleness, clemency, equity, reasonableness, a fairness, a gentleness, a clemency, an equity, a reasonableness

Notes: This word refers to the quality of fairness, gentleness, or reasonableness. It implies a disposition to be mild and considerate, often going beyond the strict letter of the law to show clemency or equity. It describes a character trait of being yielding and not overly strict or harsh.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΧΡΗΣΤΟΤΗΣ, ΠΡΑΟΤΗΣ, ΕΥΓΝΩΜΟΣΥΝΗ

G2228, G3588

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Definite Article, Numeral

Sounds like: AY

Translations: or, the, 8

Notes: This word can function as a conjunction meaning 'or', indicating an alternative or choice between two or more options. It can also be the feminine nominative singular form of the definite article 'the', used to specify a feminine noun that is the subject of a sentence. The '̓' (coronis) indicates that this form is an elision, meaning it's a shortened form of a word like ἤ (e.g., when followed by a vowel). Additionally, the '̓' could be a keraia, indicating the numeral 8.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as conjunction or numeral); Singular, Nominative, Feminine (as definite article)

Etymology: The conjunction ἤ (e.g., from which Ἠ is an elision) is of uncertain origin. The definite article ἡ (from which Ἠ is an elision) comes from Proto-Indo-European. The numeral meaning is derived from the Greek letter eta (Η), which was used to represent the number 8.

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'.

G0611

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-po-kree-NEH-sthai

Translations: to answer, to reply, to respond

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo, 'from, away from') and the verb κρίνω (krino, 'to judge, to decide'). It means to give an answer or a response, often implying a separation or distinction in the reply. It is used when someone is speaking back to another person or addressing a question.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive Voice, Infinitive

Synonyms: ἈΝΤΙΛΕΓΩ, ὙΠΟΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ

Etymology: The verb ἀποκρίνω is derived from the prefix ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb κρίνω (krino), meaning 'to judge' or 'to decide'. The combination suggests a 'judging back' or 'deciding in response', leading to the meaning of answering or replying.

G0515

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ax-ee-OO-sin

Translations: they consider worthy, they deem worthy, they demand, they ask, they require, they think it right

Notes: This word means to consider or deem someone or something worthy, or to think it right to do something. It can also mean to demand, ask, or require something, often implying that the request is justified or that the person making it feels entitled. It is used in sentences where a group of people are performing the action of deeming or demanding.

Inflection: Present, Indicative, Active, Third Person Plural

Synonyms: ΑΙΤΕΩ, ΖΗΤΕΩ, ΑΠΑΙΤΕΩ

Etymology: The word comes from the Greek adjective ἄξιος (axios), meaning 'worthy' or 'deserving'. The verb form means to 'make worthy' or 'consider worthy'.

G5283

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: hoo-POP-tos

Translations: suspicious, suspected, a suspicious person, a suspected person

Notes: This adjective describes someone or something that is viewed with suspicion or distrust. It can refer to a person who is suspected of wrongdoing, or a situation that arouses suspicion. It is often used to describe someone who is under scrutiny or regarded as potentially dangerous or untrustworthy.

Inflection: Masculine, Feminine, or Neuter; Nominative, Genitive, Dative, Accusative, or Vocative; Singular or Plural

Synonyms: ΥΠΟΝΟΙΑ, ΑΠΙΣΤΟΣ, ΔΥΣΠΙΣΤΟΣ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek, a compound of ὑπό (hypó, 'under') and ὀπτός (optós, 'seen, visible'), literally meaning 'seen from below' or 'seen secretly', hence 'suspected'.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: GHI-neh-tai

Translations: becomes, happens, is, is born, comes into being, takes place, arises

Notes: This verb is very common and versatile, meaning 'to become,' 'to happen,' 'to be born,' or 'to come into being.' It describes a state of transition or occurrence, indicating that something is coming into existence or changing its state. It can be used in various contexts to describe events, transformations, or the origin of something.

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

Synonyms: ΕΙΜΙ, ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΤΙΚΤΩ

G3916

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: pa-ra-KHRAY-ma

Translations: immediately, at once, forthwith, straightway, instantly

Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'immediately' or 'at once'. It emphasizes the suddenness or instantaneous nature of an action, indicating that something happens without delay. It is often used to describe events that occur right after something else.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΥΘΕΩΣ, ΑΥΤΙΚΑ, ΤΑΧΕΩΣ

Etymology: This word is a compound of the preposition παρά (para), meaning 'beside' or 'by', and χρῆμα (chrēma), meaning 'thing' or 'matter', which in this context refers to 'the present moment'. The combination conveys the sense of 'right by the thing/moment', hence 'immediately'.

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.

G4290

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: pro-KHEI-ron

Translations: ready at hand, at hand, available, convenient, easy, a ready thing, an available thing

Notes: This word describes something that is readily available, at hand, or easily managed. It can refer to something that is convenient, easy to use, or quickly accessible. It is often used to describe a resource or a solution that is immediately present or simple to implement.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΕΥΧΡΗΣΤΟΣ, ΕΥΠΟΡΟΣ, ΕΤΟΙΜΟΣ

Etymology: The word πρόχειρος (procheiros) is a compound word formed from πρό (pro), meaning 'before' or 'in front of', and χείρ (cheir), meaning 'hand'. Thus, it literally means 'before the hand' or 'at hand'.

G0515

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ay-xee-OON

Translations: they were thinking worthy, they were deeming worthy, they were demanding, they were asking, they were requesting

Notes: This word is the third person plural imperfect active indicative form of the verb 'axioō'. It describes an ongoing or repeated action in the past. It means 'to deem worthy,' 'to consider worthy,' 'to demand,' 'to ask,' or 'to request.' It implies that the subjects were considering something or someone to be deserving of a particular action or status, or that they were making a strong request or demand.

Inflection: Third Person, Plural, Imperfect, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΑΙΤΕΩ, ΖΗΤΕΩ, ΔΕΟΜΑΙ

G5543

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: KHRAY-stos

Translations: useful, good, kind, pleasant, easy, a useful thing, a good thing

Notes: This word describes something as useful, good, or kind. It can also refer to something that is easy or pleasant to deal with. It is used to qualify nouns, indicating a positive quality or characteristic.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑΓΑΘΟΣ, ΚΑΛΟΣ, ΕΥΧΡΗΣΤΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΧΡΗΣΤΟΣ (chrēstos) comes from the Greek verb χράομαι (chráomai), meaning 'to use, to employ'. Therefore, it originally meant 'fit for use' or 'useful', and then extended to mean 'good' or 'kind'.

G5363

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: fee-LAN-thraw-pon

Translations: humane, philanthropic, benevolent, kind, loving toward mankind, a humane, a philanthropic, a benevolent, a kind, a loving toward mankind

Notes: This word describes something or someone that is humane, benevolent, or loving toward mankind. It is often used to describe God's character or actions, emphasizing His kindness and compassion towards humanity. It is a compound word formed from 'φίλος' (philos), meaning 'loving' or 'dear', and 'ἄνθρωπος' (anthropos), meaning 'man' or 'human being'.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΕΥΣΠΛΑΓΧΝΟΣ, ΑΓΑΘΟΣ, ΕΥΕΡΓΕΤΙΚΟΣ

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective

Sounds like: TAWT

Translations: this, that, these, those

Notes: ΤΑΥΤ is an inflected form of the demonstrative pronoun/adjective 'οὗτος' (houtos), meaning 'this' or 'that'. It is used to point out something specific, either near in space or time, or recently mentioned. It can function as a pronoun, standing in for a noun, or as an adjective, modifying a noun. Its meaning can shift slightly depending on the gender, number, and case.

Inflection: Neuter, Nominative or Accusative, Plural; or Feminine, Genitive, Singular

Synonyms: ΟΔΕ, ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ

G1380

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-DOH-kay

Translations: it seemed, it appeared, it was thought, he seemed, she seemed, it was decided, it was pleasing

Notes: This word is the third person singular imperfect active indicative form of the verb 'δοκέω' (dokeō). It means 'to seem', 'to appear', or 'to be thought'. In the imperfect tense, it describes an action that was ongoing or repeated in the past, or a state that existed in the past. It can also convey the idea of something being decided or pleasing to someone.

Inflection: Imperfect, Active, Indicative, 3rd Person Singular

Synonyms: ΦΑΙΝΩ, ΗΓΕΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word δοκέω (dokeō) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *dek- which means 'to take, accept, receive'. Over time, its meaning evolved to 'to seem, to appear' in Greek, implying an acceptance or perception of something as true or apparent.

G3676

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: OH-mohs

Translations: nevertheless, however, yet, still, but, even so

Notes: This word is an adverb used to introduce a statement that contrasts with or qualifies what has just been said. It indicates a concession or a continuation despite a preceding condition, similar to 'nevertheless' or 'however' in English. It can be used to emphasize that something is true despite an obstacle or contrary fact.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΛΗΝ, ΑΛΛΑ, ΚΑΙΤΟΙ

Etymology: From the Greek prefix ὁμο- (homo-), meaning 'same' or 'alike', combined with the suffix -ως (-ōs), which forms adverbs. It originally conveyed the idea of 'in the same way' or 'equally', evolving to mean 'nevertheless' or 'however' in a concessive sense.

G3916

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: pah-rah-OO-tee-kah

Translations: immediately, at once, forthwith, straightway

Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'immediately' or 'at once'. It is used to indicate that an action happens without delay, right after something else, or without any intervening time. It emphasizes the suddenness or promptness of an event.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΥΘΕΩΣ, ΑΥΤΙΚΑ, ΤΑΧΕΩΣ

Etymology: The word is a compound of παρά (para, 'beside, by') and αὐτίκα (autika, 'at once, immediately'). The combination emphasizes the sense of immediate proximity in time.

G1680

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: el-PEE-dos

Translations: of hope, of a hope

Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of the noun 'hope'. It refers to an expectation, a confident anticipation, or a trust in something. As a genitive case, it often indicates possession, origin, or the object of an action, hence 'of hope' or 'belonging to hope'. It is commonly used to express the concept of having or lacking hope.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΙΣΤΙΣ, ΠΕΠΟΙΘΗΣΙΣ

Etymology: The word 'Ἐλπίς' (elpis) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to hope, to expect'. It is related to the verb 'ἐλπίζω' (elpizō), meaning 'to hope' or 'to expect'.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EKH-es-thai

Translations: to hold, to have, to possess, to cling to, to hold fast to, to be near, to be next

Notes: This is the present middle/passive infinitive form of the verb 'ἔχω' (echō). It generally means 'to hold' or 'to have'. In the middle voice, it can convey the sense of 'to hold oneself to' or 'to cling to', often implying a strong adherence or close proximity to something or someone. It can also mean 'to be near' or 'to be next to' in certain contexts.

Inflection: Infinitive, Present Tense, Middle or Passive Voice

Synonyms: ΚΡΑΤΕΩ, ΚΑΤΕΧΩ, ΠΡΟΣΕΧΩ

G4779

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: soong-kah-LEH-sas

Translations: having called together, having summoned, having assembled

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle of the verb 'συγκαλέω' (sygkaleō), meaning 'to call together' or 'to summon'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that occurred prior to the main verb. It is a compound word formed from 'σύν' (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and 'καλέω' (kaleō), meaning 'to call'. It describes the action of gathering people or things into one place.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine, Aorist Active Participle

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΑΓΑΓΩΝ, ΚΑΛΕΣΑΣ

G3966

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: pa-TRO-oose

Translations: ancestral, paternal, hereditary, traditional

Notes: This word describes something that belongs to or comes from one's ancestors or father. It refers to things that are inherited, traditional, or passed down through generations, such as laws, customs, or possessions. It is used to indicate a connection to one's heritage or lineage.

Inflection: Masculine, Accusative, Plural

Synonyms: ΠΑΤΡΙΚΟΣ, ΠΑΤΡΩΙΟΣ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek πατήρ (patēr, “father”) + -ῷος (-ōios, adjectival suffix). It refers to that which pertains to a father or ancestors.

G5384

Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective

Sounds like: fee-LOOS

Translations: friends, beloved ones, dear ones, beloved, dear

Notes: This word can function as a noun meaning 'friend' or 'beloved one', or as an adjective meaning 'dear' or 'beloved'. It is used to refer to individuals or groups who are cherished, loved, or closely associated with someone. In the provided examples, it consistently refers to 'friends' or 'beloved ones' in the accusative case, indicating they are the direct object of an action.

Inflection: Accusative, Plural, Masculine

Synonyms: ΕΤΑΙΡΟΣ, ΣΥΝΕΡΓΟΣ

G4648

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ess-ko-PEY-toh

Translations: he was considering, he was examining, he was looking, he was observing, he was watching

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to look at, consider, examine, or observe'. It describes an action of careful attention or deliberation. It is used to indicate someone was in the process of thinking about something, looking closely at it, or watching it unfold.

Inflection: Imperfect, Indicative, Middle/Passive, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΒΛΕΠΩ, ΘΕΩΡΕΩ, ΟΡΑΩ

Etymology: The word σκοπέω (skopeō) comes from the noun σκοπός (skopos), meaning 'a watcher, a mark, a goal'. It is related to the idea of looking towards a target or observing something intently.

G3326

Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb

Sounds like: MEH-tah

Translations: with, after, among, behind, by, in company with, in pursuit of, according to

Notes: This word is a preposition that can also function as an adverb. Its meaning varies depending on the case of the noun it governs. When used with the genitive case, it typically means 'with' or 'in company with'. When used with the accusative case, it usually means 'after' or 'behind' (indicating sequence or pursuit). It can also denote a change of state or position.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a preposition, it governs cases)

Synonyms: ΣΥΝ, ΕΠΙ, ΠΡΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'μετά' (meta) comes from Proto-Indo-European *met- 'in the middle, among, with'. It is related to English 'mid' and 'middle'.

G1163

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'.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: poy-ay-SAH-sthai

Translations: to make for oneself, to do for oneself, to cause to be done, to perform, to accomplish

Notes: This word is the aorist middle infinitive form of the verb 'ποιέω' (poieō). In the middle voice, the action of the verb is performed by the subject for its own benefit or with a direct involvement of the subject in the result. Therefore, it means 'to make for oneself' or 'to do for oneself', often implying an action that the subject causes to happen or performs for their own advantage or interest.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle Voice, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΠΡΑΞΑΙ, ΕΡΓΑΣΑΣΘΑΙ

G4128

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.

G2159

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: EU-noos

Translations: well-disposed, favorable, loyal, friendly

Notes: This word describes someone who is well-disposed, favorable, or loyal towards another person or a cause. It implies a positive and supportive attitude. It is a compound word formed from εὖ (eu), meaning 'well', and νοῦς (nous), meaning 'mind' or 'intellect', literally meaning 'well-minded'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΦΙΛΟΣ, ΕΥ̓ΜΕΝΗΣ

Etymology: The word ΕΥ̓ΝΟΥΣ is a compound of εὖ (eu), meaning 'well', and νοῦς (nous), meaning 'mind'. It literally translates to 'well-minded' or 'having a good mind'.

G5449

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: FY-sin

Translations: nature, a nature, kind, a kind, birth, a birth, natural order, a natural order, natural disposition, a natural disposition

Notes: This word refers to the inherent character, constitution, or essential quality of something or someone. It can describe the natural order of things, the way something is born or comes into being, or the innate disposition of a person or animal. It is often used in contrast to things that are artificial, man-made, or contrary to the natural order.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΓΕΝΟΣ, ΟΥΣΙΑ, ΚΑΤΑΣΤΑΣΙΣ

G1492

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ay-DOH-tas

Translations: knowing, having known, those who know, those who have known

Notes: This word is a perfect active participle derived from the verb 'οἶδα' (oida), meaning 'to know' or 'to understand'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or an adverb, describing someone or something that possesses knowledge or has come to know something. In this form, it refers to 'those who know' or 'knowing ones', often implying a state of having acquired knowledge.

Inflection: Perfect Active Participle, Accusative, Masculine, Plural

Synonyms: ΓΙΝΩΣΚΟΝΤΑΣ, ΕΠΙΣΤΑΜΕΝΟΥΣ

Etymology: The verb 'οἶδα' (oida) is a perfect tense form that functions as a present tense in meaning, meaning 'I know'. It is derived from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to see' or 'to perceive', which evolved into 'to know' in Greek.

G3867

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: par-AY-noon

Translations: they were advising, they were exhorting, they were urging, they were admonishing

Notes: This word is the third person plural imperfect active indicative form of the verb 'παραινέω' (parainéō). It means 'to advise', 'to exhort', 'to urge', or 'to admonish'. The imperfect tense indicates a continuous or repeated action in the past, or an action that was in progress. Thus, 'they were advising' or 'they kept on advising' are appropriate translations.

Inflection: Third Person, Plural, Imperfect, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΣΥΜΒΟΥΛΕΥΩ, ΠΑΡΑΚΑΛΕΩ, ΝΟΥΘΕΤΕΩ

G5380

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

G2992

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: lah-OH

Translations: people, a people, nation, a nation

Notes: This word refers to a people, a nation, or a multitude of individuals, often used in the context of a specific group or community, such as the people of Israel or the people of God. It can be used to describe a general populace or a distinct ethnic or national group.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΕΘΝΟΣ, ΟΧΛΟΣ

Etymology: From an unknown root, possibly related to λᾶς (lās, "stone"), referring to people as "stones" or "foundations." It is also suggested to be from Proto-Indo-European *leh₂w- ("people, army").

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: dee-moh-tee-KOH-teh-ron

Translations: more common, more popular, more democratic, a more common thing, a more popular thing

Notes: This word is the neuter singular form of the comparative adjective 'δημοτικός' (demotikos), meaning 'common' or 'popular'. As a comparative, it means 'more common' or 'more popular'. It can refer to something that is more characteristic of the people or more widely accepted by the populace. It is typically used to describe a concept, idea, or object rather than a person.

Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Comparative

G2596

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.

G3691

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ONG-kon

Translations: mass, bulk, weight, importance, pride, arrogance, a mass, a bulk, a weight, an importance, a pride, an arrogance

Notes: This word refers to a physical mass or bulk, indicating something large or heavy. Metaphorically, it can denote importance, dignity, or even an inflated sense of self, such as pride or arrogance. It is used to describe the significant presence or impact of something, whether literal or figurative.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΒΑΡΟΣ, ΜΕΓΕΘΟΣ, ΥΠΕΡΗΦΑΝΙΑ

G5218

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: hoo-pay-KO-ohn

Translations: (of) obedient, (of) subject, (of) subjects, (of) those who obey, (of) those who are subject

Notes: This word describes someone who is obedient or subject to authority. It is often used as a noun to refer to 'subjects' or 'those who obey'. In the provided context, it is used in the genitive plural, indicating 'of subjects' or 'of those who are subject'. It is a compound word formed from 'ὑπό' (hypo, 'under') and 'ἀκούω' (akouō, 'to hear'), literally meaning 'hearing under' or 'listening under authority'.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΟΥΛΩΝ, ΥΠΟΤΑΓΜΕΝΩΝ

G0025

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: ah-gah-PON-tone

Translations: of those loving, of those who love, of the ones loving, of the ones who love

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'to love'. It refers to 'those who love' or 'the ones loving'. As a genitive plural, it indicates possession or relationship, often translated with 'of' or implying 'belonging to' or 'from' the group of people who love.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter, Present, Active, Participle

Synonyms: ΦΙΛΟΥΝΤΩΝ

Etymology: The word ἀγαπάω (agapaō) is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek. It is related to the noun ἀγάπη (agapē), meaning 'love'.

G4375

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: pros-AY-nes

Translations: agreeable, pleasant, gentle, mild, kind

Notes: This word describes something that is agreeable, pleasant, or gentle in nature, often referring to a disposition or an effect. It can be used to describe a person's character as kind or mild, or a sensation or experience as pleasant.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΧΡΗΣΤΟΣ, ΗΔΥΣ, ΕΥΗΝΗΣ

Etymology: The word ΠΡΟΣΗΝΕΣ (prosēnes) is derived from the prefix πρός (pros), meaning 'to, toward, in addition to', and the root ἵημι (hiēmi), meaning 'to send, throw', or more specifically, from a verbal adjective related to 'sending forth' or 'being sent forth' in a gentle manner. It implies something that comes towards one in a pleasing or gentle way.

G3844

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: pah-RAH

Translations: from, by, with, beside, at, near, alongside, to

Notes: This word is a common preposition in Koine Greek. Its meaning changes depending on the case of the noun it governs. With the genitive case, it typically means 'from' or 'from beside', indicating origin or agency. With the dative case, it means 'with', 'beside', or 'at', indicating proximity or presence. With the accusative case, it means 'alongside', 'to', or 'past', indicating motion towards or along something.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΕΠΙ, ΥΠΟ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'beside', 'alongside'. It is cognate with English 'for' and 'from'.

G3398

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun, Adverb

Sounds like: mee-KRON

Translations: small, little, a little, a small thing, a short time

Notes: This word is an adjective that describes something as small in size, quantity, or importance. It can be used to refer to physical smallness, a small amount, or something of lesser significance. In its neuter form, it can also function as a noun meaning 'a small thing' or 'a little bit', or as an adverb meaning 'a little' or 'for a short time'.

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

Synonyms: ΟΛΙΓΟΣ, ΒΡΑΧΥΣ

Etymology: The word ΜΙΚΡΟΣ comes from an ancient Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'small'. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages that convey the idea of smallness or littleness.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ee-SOH-tee-mon

Translations: equal in honor, of equal worth, of equal dignity, an equal in honor

Notes: This word describes something or someone as being equal in honor, worth, or dignity. It is a compound word formed from 'ἴσος' (isos), meaning 'equal', and 'τιμή' (timē), meaning 'honor' or 'worth'. It is used to indicate parity or equivalence in status.

Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ἸΣΟΤΙΜΙΑ, ἸΣΟΤΗΣ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the Greek adjective ἴσος (isos), meaning 'equal', and the noun τιμή (timē), meaning 'honor' or 'worth'.

G4851

Part of Speech: Participle, Adjective

Sounds like: soom-feh-ROO-san

Translations: profitable, advantageous, useful, expedient, a profitable one, an advantageous one

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'συμφέρω' (sympherō), meaning 'to bring together, to be profitable, to be advantageous'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective, describing something that is profitable, advantageous, or useful. It can be used to describe a person, thing, or situation that brings benefit or is expedient.

Inflection: Present Active Participle, Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΩΦΕΛΙΜΟΣ, ΧΡΗΣΙΜΟΣ, ΛΥΣΙΤΕΛΗΣ

G3956

Part of Speech: Adjective, Pronoun

Sounds like: PAN

Translations: all, every, whole, everything, a whole

Notes: This word is the neuter nominative or accusative singular form of the adjective/pronoun ΠΑΣ (pas), meaning 'all' or 'every'. It is used to indicate totality or universality. For example, it can mean 'all things' or 'everything' when used substantively, or 'the whole' when modifying a singular noun. It can also be used to mean 'every' when referring to individual items within a group.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΟΛΟΣ, ΑΠΑΣ

Etymology: The word ΠΑΣ (pas) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *peh₂- meaning 'to protect, feed'. Its meaning evolved to 'all' or 'whole' in Greek.

G5119

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: TOH-teh

Translations: then, at that time, at that moment, thereupon, therefore

Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'then' or 'at that time'. It is used to indicate a point in time, often referring to a past or future event that follows another. It can also be used to introduce a consequence or result, similar to 'therefore' or 'in that case'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΠΕΙΤΑ, ΕΙΤΑ, ΟΥΝ

Etymology: The word ΤΟΤΕ is a primary adverb, meaning it is not derived from another word in Greek. It is related to the demonstrative pronoun 'το' (this/that).

G2540

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: kai-RON

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΧΡΟΝΟΣ, ΩΡΑ, ΕΠΟΧΗ

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

G3754

Part of Speech: Conjunction

Sounds like: OH-tee

Translations: that, because, for, how

Notes: This word is a conjunction used to introduce various types of clauses. It can introduce a direct or indirect statement, often translated as 'that'. It can also introduce a causal clause, meaning 'because' or 'for', explaining the reason for something. In some contexts, it can also mean 'how'. It is a very common and versatile word in Koine Greek.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΟΤΙ, ΕΠΕΙ, ΓΑΡ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *yod, a relative pronominal stem. It is cognate with Latin 'quod' and English 'that'.

G1163

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-DEH-ee

Translations: it was necessary, it had to be, it behooved, one had to

Notes: This is an impersonal verb meaning 'it was necessary' or 'it had to be'. It describes something that was obligatory, proper, or destined to happen. It is often used to express a divine or moral necessity, or what was fitting or appropriate in a given situation. It typically takes an infinitive or a clause as its subject.

Inflection: Impersonal, Aorist, Indicative, Active

Etymology: The word ΔΕΙ (dei) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *deh₁- meaning 'to put, to place'. In Greek, it developed the sense of 'it is necessary' or 'it is binding'.

G0654

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-pes-tra-FEE

Translations: was turned away, was turned back, was returned, turned away, returned

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist passive indicative form of the verb ἀποστρέφω. It means 'to be turned away' or 'to be returned'. It is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἀπό (away from) and the verb στρέφω (to turn). It describes an action that was completed in the past, where the subject was the recipient of the action of being turned away or returned.

Inflection: Third Person, Singular, Aorist, Passive, Indicative

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΣΤΡΕΦΩ, ΑΝΑΚΑΜΠΤΩ

Etymology: The verb ἀποστρέφω is a compound of the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb στρέφω (strephō), meaning 'to turn'. Its etymology reflects the action of turning something away or back from a point of origin.

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: poy-ay-SAN-tos

Translations: of having made, of having done, of having produced, of having created

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'poieō', meaning 'to make' or 'to do'. As a genitive singular masculine/neuter participle, it describes the one who has performed an action, often translated as 'of the one who made' or 'of him who did'. It indicates a completed action by a specific agent, functioning like an adjective modifying a noun in the genitive case, or as a substantive noun itself.

Inflection: Aorist Active Participle, Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΕΡΓΑΣΑΜΕΝΟΥ, ΠΡΑΞΑΝΤΟΣ

G3633

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: OY-mahee

Translations: I think, I suppose, I imagine, I believe

Notes: This verb means 'to think', 'to suppose', 'to imagine', or 'to believe'. It is often used parenthetically in a sentence, similar to how one might say 'I think' or 'I suppose' in English to express an opinion or a less certain statement.

Inflection: First Person, Singular, Present, Indicative, Middle/Passive

Synonyms: ΔΟΚΕΩ, ἩΓΕΟΜΑΙ, ΝΟΜΙΖΩ

Etymology: The word Οἴομαι (oiomai) is of uncertain origin, possibly related to the root *oi- meaning 'to think' or 'to suppose'.

G4851

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: soom-FEH-ron

Translations: advantageous, profitable, useful, beneficial, expedient, what is advantageous, what is profitable, advantage, profit, benefit

Notes: This word describes something that is advantageous, profitable, or beneficial. As an adjective, it can modify a noun to indicate that it is useful or expedient. When used as a neuter substantive (like 'το συμφέρον'), it refers to 'that which is advantageous' or 'the advantage/benefit' itself. It is a compound word formed from 'σύν' (together with) and 'φέρω' (to bear, carry).

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΩΦΕΛΙΜΟΣ, ΧΡΗΣΙΜΟΣ

G4937

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: soon-teth-RAH-mmeh-nah

Translations: broken in pieces, shattered, crushed, bruised

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle, meaning 'having been broken in pieces' or 'shattered'. It describes something that has undergone a complete breaking or crushing, often implying a violent or thorough destruction. It can be used adjectivally to describe a noun, or adverbially to describe an action.

Inflection: Plural, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative, Perfect Passive

Synonyms: ΘΡΑΥΩ, ΣΥΝΤΡΙΒΩ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the prefix ΣΥΝ- (syn-), meaning 'with' or 'together', and the verb ΘΡΑΥΩ (thrauo), meaning 'to break' or 'to shatter'. The combination emphasizes a complete or thorough breaking.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: poy-EH-in

Translations: to do, to make, to produce, to create, to perform, to accomplish, to bring about

Notes: This word is the present active infinitive form of the verb 'ποιέω' (poieō), meaning 'to do' or 'to make'. It is a very common verb in Koine Greek and can be used in a wide range of contexts, from physical actions like making something, to abstract actions like performing a deed or bringing something about. It often indicates the execution of an action or the creation of an object.

Inflection: Infinitive, Present, Active

Synonyms: ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ, ΠΡΑΤΤΩ, ΤΙΘΗΜΙ

Etymology: The word 'ποιέω' (poieō) is of uncertain origin, possibly related to an old root meaning 'to make' or 'to create'.

G3588, G3739, G2228

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.

G3503

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: neh-OH-tace

Translations: youth, a youth, youthfulness, early life

Notes: This word refers to the state or period of being young, or to young people collectively. It can describe the time of life between childhood and adulthood, or the characteristics associated with that age, such as vigor or inexperience. It is typically used in a general sense to refer to the concept of youth.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΝΕΟΤΗΣ, ΝΕΟΤΗΤΟΣ

Etymology: From the adjective νέος (neos), meaning 'new' or 'young'. It refers to the quality or state of being young.

G2316

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: THEH-os

Translations: God, a God, Lord

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

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΚΥΡΙΟΣ, ΠΑΤΗΡ

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

G2469

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ee-FEE-ay

Translations: he was sending, he was letting go, he was throwing, he was releasing, he was allowing

Notes: This word is an inflected form of the verb 'ἵημι' (hiēmi), meaning 'to send', 'to let go', 'to throw', 'to release', or 'to allow'. It describes an action that was ongoing or repeated in the past. It can be used in contexts where something is being dispatched, released from restraint, or permitted to happen.

Inflection: Imperfect, Active, Indicative, 3rd Person Singular

Synonyms: ἈΦΙΗΜΙ, ΠΕΜΠΩ, ἘΑΩ

G3539

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: noh-EH-in

Translations: to perceive, to understand, to think, to comprehend, to consider, to discern

Notes: This word is the present active infinitive form of the verb 'νοέω'. It refers to the act of perceiving with the mind, understanding, or thinking. It implies a mental grasp or comprehension of something, often involving reflection or consideration. It can be used in sentences to express the ability or action of understanding a concept or situation.

Inflection: Infinitive, Present, Active

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΙΗΜΙ, ΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΚΑΤΑΝΟΕΩ

Etymology: From 'νοῦς' (nous), meaning 'mind' or 'intellect'. The verb 'νοέω' means to use the mind, to perceive, or to understand.

G2909

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: KRAY-toh

Translations: better, superior, more excellent, stronger, more powerful

Notes: This word is a comparative adjective meaning 'better' or 'superior'. It is used to indicate that one thing or person is of higher quality, greater strength, or more advantageous than another. It often appears with a genitive case or the particle 'ἢ' (ē) meaning 'than' to make a comparison.

Inflection: Nominative or Accusative, Singular, Neuter; or Nominative, Singular, Masculine or Feminine (contracted form of ΚΡΕΙΤΤΩΝ)

Synonyms: ΑΜΕΙΝΩΝ, ΥΠΕΡΕΧΩΝ, ΙΣΧΥΡΟΤΕΡΟΣ

G3867

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: par-AY-neh-san

Translations: they exhorted, they advised, they urged, they admonished

Notes: This word is the third person plural aorist active indicative form of the verb 'παραινέω' (paraineō). It means to exhort, advise, urge, or admonish someone. It describes an action where a group of people gave counsel or instruction to others, encouraging them to take a particular course of action or to adopt a certain behavior.

Inflection: Third Person, Plural, Aorist, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΣΥΜΒΟΥΛΕΥΩ, ΝΟΥΘΕΤΕΩ

G0611

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-po-kree-NAH-sthai

Translations: to answer, to reply, to respond

Notes: This word is the aorist middle infinitive form of the verb 'ἀποκρίνομαι' (apokrinomai), meaning 'to answer' or 'to reply'. It is used to express the action of giving a response or making a statement in return to a question or remark. As an infinitive, it often functions like a noun, indicating the act of answering.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle, Infinitive

Synonyms: ἈΝΤΙΛΕΓΩ, ἈΝΤΑΠΟΚΡΙΝΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word ἀποκρίνομαι (apokrinomai) is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb κρίνω (krino), meaning 'to judge' or 'to separate'. The combination suggests 'to separate oneself from' or 'to distinguish oneself by a reply', hence 'to answer'.

G1024

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: bra-KHY-ta-ton

Translations: shortest, smallest, very short, very small, a very short thing, a very small thing

Notes: This word is the superlative form of the adjective 'βραχύς' (brachys), meaning 'short' or 'small'. As a superlative, it indicates the highest degree of shortness or smallness, translating to 'shortest' or 'smallest'. It can be used to describe something that is extremely brief in duration or very limited in size or extent. For example, it might refer to the shortest period of time or the smallest object.

Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΕΛΑΧΙΣΤΟΣ, ΜΙΚΡΟΤΑΤΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'βραχύς' (brachys) comes from Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'short'.

G3972

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: pa-khoo-TEH-ron

Translations: thicker, more thick, fatter, more fat, coarser, more coarse, a thicker thing

Notes: This word is the neuter singular form of the comparative adjective 'thicker' or 'fatter'. It describes something as being more thick, fat, or coarse than something else. It can be used to compare the physical dimensions or texture of objects, or metaphorically to describe a duller or more insensitive state. It functions as a predicate adjective or an attributive adjective in a sentence.

Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Comparative

Synonyms: ΠΙΟΝ, ΕΥΣΑΡΚΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΠΑΧΥΣ (pakhys) comes from Proto-Indo-European *bʰn̥ǵʰ- (thick, fat). It is related to words meaning 'thick' or 'dense' in other Indo-European languages.

G4642

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: sklay-ROO

Translations: hard, harsh, difficult, severe, rough, stubborn, stiff, cruel, unyielding, a hard, a harsh, a difficult, a severe, a rough, a stubborn, a stiff, a cruel, an unyielding

Notes: This word describes something as hard, harsh, difficult, or severe. It can refer to physical hardness, like a stone, or to a metaphorical hardness, such as a harsh saying, a difficult task, or a stubborn heart. It is often used to describe things that are unyielding or resistant.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine, Neuter

Synonyms: ΤΡΑΧΥΣ, ΔΥΣΚΟΛΟΣ, ΑΠΟΤΟΜΟΣ

G3029

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: LEE-ahn

Translations: very, exceedingly, greatly, much, extremely

Notes: This word is an adverb that means 'very' or 'exceedingly'. It is used to intensify the meaning of an adjective, another adverb, or a verb, indicating a high degree or extent of something. For example, it can be used to say 'very good' or 'greatly rejoice'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΣΦΟΔΡΑ, ΠΟΛΥ, ΜΑΛΑ

Etymology: The origin of this word is uncertain, but it is thought to be related to the idea of 'smoothness' or 'plainness', which then developed into the meaning of 'very' or 'exceedingly'.

G3985

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-pei-RAH-thay-san

Translations: they were tempted, they were tried, they were tested

Notes: This is a verb in the aorist passive indicative, third person plural. It means 'they were tempted,' 'they were tried,' or 'they were tested.' The word implies an experience of trial, often with the intent of discovering one's character or loyalty, or to entice someone to do wrong. It is a compound word formed from the prefix 'ἐπί' (upon, to) and the verb 'πειράζω' (to test, to try).

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Passive, Third Person, Plural

Synonyms: ΔΟΚΙΜΑΖΩ, ΒΑΣΑΝΙΖΩ

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective

Sounds like: eh-KAY-noo

Translations: of that, of that one, of him, of it, that one's, his

Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of the demonstrative pronoun/adjective 'ἘΚΕΙΝΟΣ', meaning 'that' or 'that one'. In the genitive case, it indicates possession or origin, translating to 'of that', 'of that one', 'of him', or 'of it'. It can refer to a person or thing previously mentioned or understood from context, distinguishing it from something closer or more immediate.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter

Etymology: The word 'ἘΚΕΙΝΟΣ' is derived from the demonstrative particle 'ἘΚΕῖ' (there), indicating distance. It points to something or someone far off or distinct from the speaker and listener.

G4183

Part of Speech: Adverb, Adjective

Sounds like: PO-loo

Translations: much, many, great, greatly, often, a lot

Notes: This word is commonly used to indicate a large quantity, degree, or frequency. As an adverb, it means 'much,' 'greatly,' or 'often,' modifying verbs or adjectives. As an adjective, it means 'much' (for singular nouns) or 'many' (for plural nouns), describing the quantity of something. It can also mean 'great' in terms of size or importance.

Inflection: Neuter, Singular (as adjective); Does not inflect (as adverb)

Synonyms: ΠΟΛΛΑ, ΠΛΕΙΟΝ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'much' or 'many'. It is a very common word across various Indo-European languages.

G3123

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: MAHL-lon

Translations: more, rather, much more, especially

Notes: This word is a comparative adverb meaning 'more' or 'rather'. It is used to indicate a preference, a greater degree, or an intensification of something. It often appears in contexts where a comparison is being made, suggesting that one thing is true to a greater extent than another, or that one action is preferred over another. For example, it can mean 'more' in terms of quantity or intensity, or 'rather' when expressing a choice or preference.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΛΕΟΝ, ΜΑΛΙΣΤΑ

Etymology: ΜΑΛΛΟΝ is a comparative adverb derived from an obsolete positive form related to the concept of 'much' or 'very'. It functions as the comparative degree of this implied positive.

G2983

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: LEEP-ses-thai

Translations: to take, to receive, to get, to obtain, to seize, to grasp

Notes: This word is the future middle infinitive form of the verb 'λαμβάνω' (lambanō), meaning 'to take' or 'to receive'. It indicates an action of taking or receiving that will happen in the future, often with the subject performing the action for themselves or experiencing the action. It is used to express purpose or result, or as the object of another verb.

Inflection: Future, Middle Voice, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΚΟΜΙΖΩ, ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΑΤΑΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ

G3986

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PEI-rahn

Translations: trial, a trial, test, a test, attempt, an attempt, experience, an experience

Notes: This word refers to a trial, test, or attempt, often implying an experience or proof of something. It can be used in contexts where someone is put to the test, or when an effort is made to achieve something. It is a feminine noun.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΟΚΙΜΗ, ΒΑΣΑΝΟΣ, ΕΜΠΕΙΡΙΑ

Etymology: From the verb πεῖρα (peira), meaning 'to try, to test'. It is related to the Proto-Indo-European root *per- meaning 'to try, to risk'.

G1418

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: DYS-ko-loo

Translations: (of) difficult, (of) hard, (of) troublesome, (of) burdensome

Notes: This word describes something that is difficult, hard, or troublesome. It is a compound word formed from the prefix δυσ- (dys-), meaning 'bad' or 'hard', and κόλος (kolos), meaning 'food' or 'fodder', which evolved to mean 'easy to feed' or 'easy to please'. Thus, δυσκολος literally means 'hard to please' or 'hard to satisfy', and by extension, 'difficult' or 'troublesome'. It can be used to describe tasks, situations, or even people who are hard to deal with.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine, Feminine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΧΑΛΕΠΟΣ, ΒΑΡΥΣ, ΕΠΙΠΟΝΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΔΥΣΚΟΛΟΣ is a compound of the prefix δυσ- (dys-), meaning 'bad', 'hard', or 'unfortunate', and κόλος (kolos), which originally referred to 'food' or 'fodder'. Over time, κόλος came to be associated with 'easy to feed' or 'easy to please', leading to the meaning of 'difficult to please' or 'hard to satisfy' for the compound word, and subsequently 'difficult' or 'troublesome'.

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective

Sounds like: eh-KAY-nos

Translations: that, that one, he, she, it, those, they

Notes: This word is a demonstrative pronoun or adjective meaning 'that' or 'that one'. As a pronoun, it refers to a person or thing previously mentioned or understood from context, often emphasizing distance or distinction from the speaker or listener. As an adjective, it modifies a noun, indicating 'that' specific noun. It is used to point out something or someone 'over there' or 'the one previously mentioned', contrasting with 'this' (οὗτος).

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Etymology: From ἐκεῖ (ekeî, 'there'). It refers to something or someone at a distance, contrasting with οὗτος (hoûtos, 'this one, here').

G3560

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-noo-theh-TEH-ee

Translations: he was admonishing, he was warning, he was instructing, he was counseling

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to admonish, warn, or instruct. It describes the act of gently correcting someone, giving advice, or teaching them. It implies a sense of care and guidance, often with the aim of preventing wrongdoing or encouraging proper behavior. It is used to describe an ongoing or repeated action in the past.

Inflection: Third Person, Singular, Imperfect, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΑΚΑΛΕΩ, ΔΙΔΑΣΚΩ, ΣΥΜΒΟΥΛΕΥΩ

G4328

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pros-do-KAN

Translations: to expect, to look for, to await, to wait for

Notes: This word is an infinitive verb meaning 'to expect' or 'to look for'. It describes the act of anticipating something, whether good or bad, or waiting for an event or person to arrive. It can be used in sentences where one is looking forward to or dreading a future occurrence.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΕΛΠΙΖΩ, ΑΠΕΚΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word προσδοκάω is a compound verb formed from the preposition πρός (pros), meaning 'to' or 'towards', and δοκάω (dokaō), which is related to δέχομαι (dechomai), meaning 'to receive' or 'to accept'. Thus, it literally means 'to look towards receiving' or 'to expect towards oneself'.

G5124

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: TOO-toys

Translations: (to) these, (for) these, (with) these, (by) these

Notes: This word is the dative plural form of the demonstrative pronoun/adjective meaning 'this' or 'that'. It points to something specific, indicating 'these things' or 'these people'. As a dative case, it often indicates the indirect object of a verb, the recipient of an action, or the means/instrument by which something is done. It can be translated as 'to these', 'for these', 'with these', or 'by these', depending on the context.

Inflection: Dative, Plural, All genders (Masculine, Feminine, Neuter)

Synonyms: ΟΥ͂ΤΟΙ, ἘΚΕΊΝΟΙΣ

G2237

Part of Speech: Verb Participle

Sounds like: hees-THEIS

Translations: having been pleased, having delighted, having rejoiced, delighted, pleased

Notes: This word is a past participle derived from the verb 'hēdomai', meaning 'to be pleased' or 'to delight in'. It describes someone who has experienced pleasure or delight. It is often used to indicate a state of being pleased or a past action of taking delight in something. For example, it could be used in a sentence like 'having been pleased by the news, he smiled'.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Participle, Nominative, Singular, Masculine

Synonyms: ΕΥΦΡΑΝΘΕΙΣ, ΧΑΡΕΙΣ

Etymology: The verb ἥδομαι (hēdomai) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *sweh₂d- meaning 'sweet, pleasant'.

G0935

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: bah-see-LEHFS

Translations: king, a king, ruler, sovereign

Notes: This word refers to a king or a ruler, someone who holds supreme authority over a territory or people. It is commonly used to denote a monarch or sovereign. In a sentence, it would function as a noun, often as the subject or object, indicating the person in power.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΡΧΩΝ, ΗΓΕΜΩΝ, ΚΥΡΙΟΣ

Etymology: From an uncertain root, possibly related to a word meaning 'base' or 'foundation', suggesting one who stands at the foundation of power or authority. It has been used since ancient Greek times to refer to a monarch.

G1392

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: dox-AS

Translations: having glorified, glorifying, honoring, exalting, magnifying

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb 'δοξάζω' (doxazō), meaning 'to glorify' or 'to honor'. As a participle, it describes an action that has been completed or is ongoing, functioning like an adjective or adverb in a sentence. It indicates someone or something that has performed the act of glorifying or honoring.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine, Aorist Active Participle

Synonyms: ΤΙΜΑΩ, ΜΕΓΑΛΥΝΩ, ΥΨΟΩ

G4337

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pros-EE-kane

Translations: it is fitting, it is proper, it is appropriate, it belongs to, it concerns, it is due

Notes: This verb is typically used impersonally, meaning 'it is fitting' or 'it is proper'. It often takes a dative case to indicate to whom something is fitting or an infinitive to indicate what is fitting. It can also mean 'to belong to' or 'to concern' someone or something.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΔΕΙ, ΧΡΗ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek πρός (pros, 'to, toward') and ἥκω (hēkō, 'to have come, to be present'). The combination implies 'to have come to belong to' or 'to be present as fitting'.

G5613

Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction, Preposition

Sounds like: OHS

Translations: as, like, when, how, about, approximately, that, so that

Notes: ΩΣ is a versatile particle in Koine Greek, primarily functioning as a conjunction or adverb. It is used to introduce comparisons ('as,' 'like'), indicate time ('when'), express manner ('how'), or denote purpose or result ('so that,' 'that'). It can also indicate approximation ('about,' 'approximately') or serve as a preposition meaning 'to' or 'towards' with certain cases.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΩΣΠΕΡ, ΚΑΘΩΣ, ΩΣΑΝΕΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is related to demonstrative pronouns and adverbs indicating manner or comparison.

G3346

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: meh-TEH-oh-roo

Translations: of high, of lofty, of suspended, of wavering, of uncertain, of anxious, of a high place, of a lofty place, of the sky, of the air

Notes: This word describes something that is high up, suspended in the air, or elevated. It can also refer to a state of being unsettled, anxious, or wavering, like something hanging in the balance. In a physical sense, it refers to a high place or the sky itself. It is used to describe things that are literally 'in the air' or figuratively 'up in the air' in terms of certainty.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΥΨΗΛΟΣ, ΑΝΩ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek μετέωρος (metéōros), meaning 'raised from the ground, lofty, suspended in the air', from μετά (metá, 'among, with, after') + ἀείρω (aeírō, 'to lift, raise').

G1510

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ON-tos

Translations: (of) being, (of) existing, (of) a being, (of) an existing one

Notes: ὈΝΤΟΣ is the genitive singular present active participle of the verb 'to be'. It means 'being' or 'existing'. It is often used in genitive absolute constructions, which function like a subordinate clause, indicating time, cause, or circumstance, such as 'while it was being' or 'because it was being'.

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

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'to be' or 'to exist'.

G3004

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: leh-GON-tos

Translations: of saying, of speaking, of telling, of calling, of meaning

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'ΛΕΓΩ', meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. As a genitive participle, it often functions adverbially, indicating the time or circumstance of an action, such as 'while saying' or 'when he was speaking'. It can also function adjectivally, modifying a noun in the genitive case, meaning 'of the one saying'.

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

Synonyms: ΕΡΩ, ΦΗΜΙ, ΛΑΛΕΩ

G4704

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: es-poo-da-KO-tos

Translations: of one who has been diligent, of one who has made haste, of one who has been eager, of one who has been earnest

Notes: This word is the genitive singular masculine or neuter form of the perfect active participle of the verb σπουδάζω (spoudazō). It describes someone who has already completed an action with diligence, haste, or earnestness. It functions like an adjective or noun, often translated as 'of him who has been diligent' or 'of the one who has made haste'.

Inflection: Genitive, Singular, Masculine or Neuter, Perfect, Active, Participle

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΜΕΛΕΩ, ΤΑΧΥΝΩ, ΣΠΕΥΔΩ

Etymology: The verb σπουδάζω (spoudazō) comes from the noun σπουδή (spoudē), meaning 'haste, earnestness, diligence'.

G3633

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: OY-oh-MEH-noo

Translations: thinking, supposing, imagining, believing, considering, a thinking, a supposing

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'οἴομαι', meaning 'to think', 'to suppose', or 'to imagine'. It describes someone who is in the act of thinking or believing something. It is often used to describe a state of mind or an opinion held by a person or group.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter, Present, Middle or Passive, Participle

Synonyms: ΝΟΜΙΖΩ, ἩΓΕΟΜΑΙ, ΔΟΚΕΩ

G3918

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-REIS

Translations: you are present, you are at hand, you have arrived, you are near, you are here

Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'pareimi', meaning 'to be present' or 'to be at hand'. It indicates the state of being present or having arrived. It is often used to describe someone's presence in a particular place or at a specific time.

Inflection: Second Person, Singular, Present, Indicative, Active

Synonyms: ΕΙΜΙ, ΥΠΑΡΧΩ

Etymology: The word ΠΑΡΕΙΜΙ is a compound word formed from the preposition παρά (para), meaning 'beside, by, near', and the verb εἰμί (eimi), meaning 'to be'.

G4238

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ep-PRAT-teh-toh

Translations: was being done, was being performed, was being practiced, was being accomplished

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to do', 'to perform', 'to practice', or 'to accomplish'. In this form, it indicates an action that was continuously or repeatedly being done in the past, and the subject of the verb was receiving the action (passive voice). For example, 'it was being done' or 'he/she/it was being performed'.

Inflection: Imperfect, Indicative, Passive, 3rd Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΠΟΙΕΩ, ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ, ΤΕΛΕΩ

G2443

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.

G2983

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: LAH-bay

Translations: handle, a handle, hold, a hold, opportunity, an opportunity, occasion, an occasion

Notes: This word refers to a handle or anything that can be grasped. Metaphorically, it can mean an 'occasion' or 'opportunity' to do something, especially to find fault or take advantage of a situation. It implies having a 'hold' or 'grip' on something or someone.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΦΟΡΜΗ, ΠΡΟΦΑΣΙΣ

Etymology: From the verb λαμβάνω (lambanō), meaning 'to take' or 'to grasp'. It refers to that by which something is taken or held.

G5056

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: TEH-los

Translations: end, a goal, a purpose, an outcome, a completion, a tax, a custom, a duty

Notes: This word refers to an end, a goal, a purpose, or the completion of something. It can also refer to a tax or custom duty. It is often used to denote the conclusion of an event or process, or the ultimate aim or objective. In some contexts, it refers to the payment of tribute or taxes.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Accusative, or Vocative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΠΕΡΑΣ, ΣΥΝΤΕΛΕΙΑ, ΤΕΛΕΥΤΗ

Etymology: The word ΤΕΛΟΣ comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to turn, to accomplish, to fulfill'. It is related to words signifying completion, fulfillment, and the end of a process.

Part of Speech: Letter, Numeral, Prefix

Sounds like: AL-fah (as the letter name), ah (as the sound)

Translations: Alpha, A, one, un-, a-

Notes: This is the first letter of the Greek alphabet, equivalent to the English 'A'. It can also function as the numeral '1'. Furthermore, it is commonly used as a prefix (known as the 'alpha privative') when placed before a word, indicating negation, absence, or the opposite of the word's meaning, similar to the English prefixes 'un-' or 'a-'. For example, 'atheist' (without God) comes from 'a-' (without) and 'theos' (God).

Inflection: Does not inflect as a letter or numeral. As a prefix, it modifies the meaning of the word it precedes.

Etymology: The letter 'Alpha' is derived from the Phoenician letter 'aleph', which meant 'ox'. It was adopted by the Greeks and became the first letter of their alphabet.

G4395

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pro-ay-fay-TEV-sen

Translations: prophesied, he prophesied, she prophesied, it prophesied

Notes: This word means to prophesy, to foretell, or to speak under divine inspiration. It describes the act of delivering a message from God or predicting future events. It is used in sentences to indicate that someone has spoken prophetically.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Indicative, 3rd Person Singular

Synonyms: ΜΑΝΤΕΥΟΜΑΙ, ΧΡΗΣΜΩΔΕΩ

Etymology: The word comes from πρό (pro), meaning "before" or "forth," and φημί (phēmi), meaning "to speak." Thus, it literally means "to speak forth" or "to speak before (hand)."

G4141

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: PLAY-gen-tes

Translations: struck, smitten, beaten, wounded, afflicted, punished

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'πλήσσω' (plēssō), meaning 'to strike' or 'to smite'. As a participle, it describes someone or something that has been struck, smitten, beaten, or wounded. It can also imply being afflicted or punished, depending on the context. It functions like an adjective, modifying a noun or pronoun, indicating that the subject has undergone the action of striking.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Plural

Synonyms: ΤΥΠΤΩ, ΠΑΤΑΣΣΩ, ΚΟΠΤΩ

G3056

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: LOH-gohn

Translations: of words, of sayings, of accounts, of reasons, of messages, of speeches, of reports, of doctrines

Notes: ΛΟΓΩΝ is the genitive plural form of the noun ΛΟΓΟΣ (logos). The word ΛΟΓΟΣ is a fundamental term in Koine Greek with a very broad range of meanings, including 'word,' 'speech,' 'account,' 'reason,' 'message,' 'report,' 'doctrine,' or 'principle.' In its genitive plural form, ΛΟΓΩΝ indicates possession, origin, or relation to multiple 'words' or 'concepts.' It is used to express 'of words' or 'belonging to words' in a sentence.

Inflection: Genitive, Plural, Masculine

Synonyms: ΡΗΜΑΤΩΝ, ΜΥΘΩΝ, ΦΩΝΩΝ

G0262

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: al-GAY-san-tes

Translations: having suffered, having been pained, having grieved, having been distressed, having been hurt

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb meaning 'to suffer pain' or 'to grieve'. It describes someone who has experienced pain, distress, or grief. It is often used to indicate the cause or circumstance of a subsequent action, functioning similarly to an adverbial clause in English, such as 'because they suffered' or 'after they were pained'.

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

Synonyms: ΠΑΘΟΝΤΕΣ, ΛΥΠΗΘΕΝΤΕΣ, ΟΔΥΝΗΘΕΝΤΕΣ

Etymology: The word 'ἀλγέω' (algeō) comes from the ancient Greek word 'ἄλγος' (algos), meaning 'pain' or 'grief'. It is related to the English word 'analgesic', which means 'pain-relieving'.

G1909

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'.

G3986

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PEI-rah

Translations: trial, a trial, test, a test, attempt, an attempt, experience, an experience

Notes: This word refers to a trial, test, or attempt, often implying an experience that proves or demonstrates something. It can also denote an experiment or an effort to do something. It is used to describe situations where one's character, faith, or abilities are put to the test.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΟΚΙΜΗ, ΠΕΙΡΑΣΜΟΣ, ΕΜΠΕΙΡΙΑ

Etymology: From the verb πειράω (peiraō), meaning 'to try, to attempt, to test'. It is related to the concept of passing through or experiencing something.

G2046

Part of Speech: Adjective, Participle

Sounds like: ee-RAY-may-noys

Translations: spoken, said, what has been said, things said, words spoken

Notes: This word is the perfect passive participle of the verb 'to speak' or 'to say'. It describes something that has already been spoken or said. It is often used substantively, meaning 'the things that have been said' or 'the words spoken'. In the provided examples, it is used in the dative plural, indicating 'to/for the things that have been said'.

Inflection: Plural, Dative, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΛΕΓΟΜΕΝΟΙΣ, ΦΑΝΕΝΟΙΣ

G3173

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: MEH-gah

Translations: great, large, mighty, important, a great, a large

Notes: This word describes something as great, large, or mighty in size, extent, or importance. It can refer to physical size, but also to significance, power, or intensity. It is often used to emphasize the magnitude of something, such as a great storm, a great fear, or a great city. This particular form, ΜΕΓΑ, is the neuter nominative or accusative singular form of the adjective.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΠΟΛΥΣ, ΙΣΧΥΡΟΣ, ΜΕΓΑΛΟΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *meǵh₂- (great). It is related to Latin magnus and English much.

G1545

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ek-boh-AY-san-tes

Translations: having cried out, shouted out, cried aloud

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle, meaning 'having cried out' or 'having shouted aloud'. It describes an action that was completed before the main verb of the sentence. It is a compound word formed from the preposition 'ἐκ' (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the verb 'βοάω' (boaō), meaning 'to cry' or 'to shout'. Thus, it emphasizes a loud, emphatic cry or shout, often indicating a strong emotional response or a public declaration.

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

Synonyms: ΚΡΑΖΩ, ΑΝΑΒΟΑΩ

G3765

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: ook-EH-tee

Translations: no longer, no more, not yet, not still

Notes: This is a compound adverb formed from the negative particle 'οὐκ' (not) and the adverb 'ἔτι' (yet, still). It signifies the cessation of a state or action, meaning 'no longer' or 'no more'. It can also mean 'not yet' in certain contexts, indicating that something has not happened up to the present time. It is used to express that something that was true or happening is no longer the case.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΥ̓ΚΕΤΙ, ΟΥ̓Κ, ἜΤΙ

Etymology: The word ΟΥ̓ΚΕΤΙ is a compound of the negative particle ΟΥ̓Κ (not) and the adverb ἜΤΙ (yet, still).

G3761

Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction

Sounds like: oo-DEH

Translations: not even, neither, nor, and not

Notes: This is a compound word formed from the negative particle 'οὐ' (not) and the conjunction 'δέ' (but, and). It is used to emphasize a negation, meaning 'not even' or 'neither/nor'. It can connect clauses or phrases, indicating that something is also not true or not happening. For example, it can be used in a sentence like 'He did not go, nor did he send anyone.'

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΥ̓, ΜΗΔΕ, ΜΗ

Etymology: From the negative particle 'οὐ' (not) and the postpositive conjunction 'δέ' (but, and).

G0575

Part of Speech: Preposition, Prefix

Sounds like: AP

Translations: from, away from, of, by, with, after, since

Notes: This is an elided form of the Greek preposition 'ἀπό' (apo), which means 'from' or 'away from'. It is commonly used to indicate separation, origin, or cause. It can also function as a prefix in compound words, carrying a similar sense of separation or completion. When used as a preposition, it typically takes the genitive case. The apostrophe indicates that the final vowel (omicron) has been dropped because the next word begins with a vowel.

Inflection: Does not inflect (preposition); functions as a prefix in compound words

Synonyms: ΕΚ, ΠΑΡΑ

Etymology: The Greek preposition 'ἀπό' (apo) comes from Proto-Indo-European *apo-, meaning 'off, away'.

G3910

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-ra-kho-REH-in

Translations: to give way, to yield, to concede, to grant, to allow, to withdraw, to retire

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition παρά (para), meaning 'beside' or 'alongside', and the verb χωρέω (chōreō), meaning 'to make room' or 'to go'. Together, it means to make room alongside, hence to give way, yield, or concede. It is used to describe the act of stepping aside, allowing something to happen, or granting permission or authority to another.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΕΙΚΩ, ΥΠΟΧΩΡΕΩ, ΕΠΙΤΡΕΠΩ

Etymology: The verb παραχωρέω (parachōreō) is derived from the prefix παρά (para), meaning 'beside' or 'alongside', and the verb χωρέω (chōreō), meaning 'to make room' or 'to go'.

G3440

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

G3962

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PAP-pos

Translations: grandfather, a grandfather

Notes: This word refers to a grandfather. It is used to denote the male parent of one's father or mother. In ancient Greek, it could also be used more broadly to refer to an ancestor or an old man, especially one who is respected.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΠΑΤΩΡ, ΠΡΕΣΒΥΤΗΣ

Etymology: The word 'πάππος' (pappos) is of imitative origin, likely derived from a child's babbling sound 'pa-pa', similar to the origin of 'papa' or 'daddy' in many languages. It is related to Latin 'pappus' (old man) and Sanskrit 'pappa' (father).

G2680

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tes-keh-YOO-ah-sen

Translations: he prepared, he made ready, he built, he constructed, he furnished, he equipped, he created

Notes: This word describes the act of preparing, making ready, building, or constructing something. It implies a deliberate and often thorough process of bringing something into existence or into a state of readiness. It can be used for building physical structures, preparing a way, or even creating something in a broader sense.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΟΔΟΜΕΩ, ΕΤΟΙΜΑΖΩ, ΠΟΙΕΩ

Etymology: From κατά (kata, 'down, against') and σκευάζω (skeuazō, 'to prepare, make ready'), which comes from σκεῦος (skeuos, 'vessel, implement, equipment'). The word literally means 'to prepare thoroughly' or 'to equip fully'.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ES-khon

Translations: I had, I held, I possessed, I received

Notes: This word is the first person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb 'ἔχω' (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. It describes a past action that was completed at a specific point in time, without emphasis on its duration. It can be used to indicate possession, holding something, or even receiving something.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΕΧΩ, ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *seǵʰ- ('to hold, to overcome').

G3709

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: or-GAYN

Translations: wrath, anger, indignation, punishment, a wrath, an anger

Notes: This word refers to a strong, passionate emotion, often intense anger or indignation. It can describe human anger, but is frequently used in a theological context to refer to God's righteous anger or divine judgment, which often leads to punishment. It is used here in the accusative case, indicating it is the direct object of a verb or the object of a preposition.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΘΥΜΟΣ, ΠΑΘΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΟΡΓΗ (orgē) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *werg-, meaning 'to work' or 'to do'. It originally referred to an impulse or natural disposition, which then evolved to mean a strong emotion or passion, and eventually anger or wrath.

G5083

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-TAY-ray-san

Translations: they kept, they observed, they guarded, they preserved, they watched

Notes: This word is the third person plural, aorist active indicative form of the verb 'τηρέω' (tēreō). It means 'they kept' or 'they observed' something in the past. It can refer to keeping a command, observing a custom, guarding a person or place, or preserving something from harm. It describes a completed action in the past.

Inflection: Third Person, Plural, Aorist, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΦΥΛΑΣΣΩ, ΠΑΡΑΤΗΡΕΩ, ΔΙΑΤΗΡΕΩ

G3992

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: PEM-psan-tos

Translations: (of) sending, (of) having sent, (of) dispatching, (of) having dispatched

Notes: This word is the genitive singular masculine or neuter form of the aorist active participle of the verb 'πέμπω' (pempō), meaning 'to send' or 'to dispatch'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has already occurred. In the genitive case, it often indicates possession, origin, or the subject of a genitive absolute construction, meaning 'of the one who sent' or 'when he had sent'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter, Aorist, Active, Participle

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΣΤΕΛΛΩ, ΙΣΤΗΜΙ

G5411

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PHO-ron

Translations: of taxes, of tributes, of a tax, of a tribute

Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the noun 'φόρος' (phoros), which means 'tribute' or 'tax'. It refers to payments made, often to a governing authority, as a form of obligation or revenue. In a sentence, it would indicate possession or origin related to taxes or tributes, such as 'the collection of taxes' or 'the burden of tributes'.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΤΕΛΟΣ, ΔΑΣΜΟΣ

Etymology: From the verb φέρω (pherō), meaning 'to bear' or 'to carry', referring to something that is brought or borne as a payment.

G0001

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ah-doh-RAH-mon

Translations: Adoram, Adoniram

Notes: This is a proper noun, the name of a person. In the Old Testament, Adoram (also known as Adoniram) was an official in charge of forced labor or tribute under King David, King Solomon, and King Rehoboam. He is mentioned in various historical accounts as being responsible for collecting taxes or overseeing public works.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine

Etymology: The name Adoram (or Adoniram) is of Hebrew origin, meaning 'my Lord is exalted' or 'Lord of the high place'. It is a compound name combining 'adon' (lord) and 'ram' (exalted).

G2623

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tah-PRAH-oo-nee

Translations: to calm, to appease, to quiet, to soothe, to pacify

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and the verb πραΰνω (praÿnō), meaning 'to make mild' or 'to soothe'. It describes the action of bringing someone or something to a state of calmness or mildness, often in the context of anger, agitation, or a storm. It implies a strong or complete calming action.

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Aorist Subjunctive, Active Voice

Synonyms: ΠΡΑΫΝΩ, ΗΣΥΧΑΖΩ, ΚΟΙΜΙΖΩ

G4784

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: soong-gih-NOHN-tas

Translations: having forgiven, having pardoned, having overlooked, having recognized, having acknowledged

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'συγγινώσκω', which means 'to forgive', 'to pardon', 'to overlook', or 'to recognize/acknowledge'. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred, functioning like an adjective or adverb in a sentence. It is a compound word formed from 'σύν' (with, together) and 'γινώσκω' (to know, to perceive).

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Masculine, Accusative, Plural

Synonyms: ΑΦΙΗΜΙ, ΧΑΡΙΖΟΜΑΙ

G4312

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: pro-PEH-tes

Translations: rash, reckless, precipitate, headlong, a rash (person/thing)

Notes: This word describes someone or something that acts impulsively, without careful thought or consideration of the consequences. It implies a tendency to rush into situations or make decisions hastily, often leading to negative outcomes. It can be used to describe a person's character or a specific action.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΑΠΡΟΣΚΕΠΤΟΣ, ΑΛΟΓΙΣΤΟΣ, ΘΡΑΣΥΣ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the prefix πρό (pro), meaning 'before' or 'forward,' and a derivative of the verb πίπτω (piptō), meaning 'to fall.' Thus, it literally means 'falling forward' or 'prone to falling forward,' conveying the idea of rushing headlong without caution.

G1418

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: DYS-ko-lon

Translations: difficult, hard, troublesome, a difficult thing

Notes: This word means difficult, hard, or troublesome. It describes something that is not easy to do, understand, or deal with. It is a compound word formed from the prefix ΔΥΣ- (dys-), meaning 'bad' or 'difficult', and ΚΟΛΟΣ (kolos), meaning 'food' or 'fodder', though in this context it relates to 'cutting' or 'hindering'.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΧΑΛΕΠΟΣ, ΒΑΡΥΣ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the prefix ΔΥΣ- (dys-), meaning 'bad', 'hard', or 'difficult', and ΚΟΛΟΣ (kolos), which is related to 'cutting' or 'hindering', implying something that is hard to cut through or overcome.

G0235

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'.

G0906

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: BAL-lon-tes

Translations: throwing, casting, putting, laying, those throwing, while throwing

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'βάλλω' (ballō), meaning 'to throw' or 'to cast'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that is ongoing or simultaneous with another action. It can be translated as 'throwing' or 'those who are throwing', depending on the context. For example, it might describe people who are in the act of throwing something.

Inflection: Present Active Participle, Masculine, Nominative, Plural

Synonyms: ΡΙΠΤΩ, ΕΚΒΑΛΛΩ, ΚΑΤΑΒΑΛΛΩ

G3543

Part of Speech: Participle, Verb

Sounds like: noh-MEE-sas

Translations: having supposed, having thought, thinking, supposing, believing, considering

Notes: ΝΟΜΙΣΑΣ is the aorist active participle of the verb ΝΟΜΙΖΩ. It describes an action that was completed before the action of the main verb in the sentence. It means 'having supposed' or 'having thought', indicating that the subject formed an opinion or belief. It is often used to introduce a clause explaining the reason or basis for the main action.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Participle, Masculine, Singular, Nominative

Synonyms: ΟΙΟΜΑΙ, ΗΓΕΟΜΑΙ, ΔΟΚΕΩ

Etymology: The word ΝΟΜΙΖΩ comes from νόμος (nomos), meaning 'custom' or 'law'. It originally meant 'to do by custom' or 'to hold as a custom', and then evolved to mean 'to believe', 'to suppose', or 'to consider' in accordance with custom or general opinion.

G0906

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: beb-LEES-thai

Translations: to have been thrown, to have been cast, to have been put, to have been laid

Notes: This word is the perfect passive infinitive form of the verb 'ballō', meaning 'to throw' or 'to cast'. As an infinitive, it functions like a verbal noun, often used after verbs that express desire, ability, or necessity. In the perfect passive tense, it indicates an action that has been completed in the past and whose subject is the recipient of the action. For example, it might be used in a phrase like 'he desired to have been thrown' or 'it was necessary for it to have been laid'.

Inflection: Perfect, Passive, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΡΙΠΤΩ, ΕΚΒΑΛΛΩ, ΚΑΤΑΒΑΛΛΩ

Etymology: The verb 'ballō' comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to throw' or 'to strike'. It is a very common verb in ancient Greek, with a wide range of applications.

G3739

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: OYS

Translations: to whom, to which, to what

Notes: This word is a relative pronoun, meaning 'to whom', 'to which', or 'to what'. It is used to introduce a relative clause, connecting it to a noun or pronoun in the main clause. It indicates the indirect object of the verb in the relative clause, showing to whom or to what an action is directed. It can refer to people or things and is used for all genders.

Inflection: Dative, Plural, All genders

Synonyms: ΤΙΣ, ὉΠΟΙΟΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is related to the demonstrative pronoun and is a common form for relative pronouns across Indo-European languages.

G5257

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: hoo-pee-REH-ten

Translations: servant, a servant, assistant, an assistant, minister, a minister, officer, an officer

Notes: This word refers to a servant, assistant, or minister, often implying someone who serves in a subordinate capacity, especially in public or official duties. It can also refer to an officer or attendant, particularly one who carries out commands or serves a higher authority. It is used in sentences to describe someone who performs a service or acts as an agent for another.

Inflection: Singular, Masculine, Accusative

Synonyms: ΔΟΥΛΟΣ, ΔΙΑΚΟΝΟΣ, ΘΕΡΑΠΩΝ

G0615

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-pek-TEI-nen

Translations: he killed, she killed, it killed, he slew, she slew, it slew

Notes: This word is the third person singular, aorist active indicative form of the verb ἀποκτείνω (apokteinō), meaning 'to kill' or 'to slay'. It describes a completed action of killing or slaying, typically referring to a single instance in the past. It is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb κτείνω (kteinō), meaning 'to kill'.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Indicative, 3rd Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΑΝΑΙΡΕΩ, ΦΟΝΕΥΩ

G1167

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: DEE-sas

Translations: having feared, fearing, being afraid

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb 'δείδω' (deidō), meaning 'to fear' or 'to be afraid'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that occurred prior to the main verb. It indicates that the subject has completed the action of fearing.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Participle, Masculine, Singular, Nominative

Synonyms: ΦΟΒΗΘΕΙΣ, ΕΥΛΑΒΗΘΕΙΣ

Etymology: The verb 'δείδω' (deidō) comes from an ancient root meaning 'to be afraid' or 'to flee'. It is related to words signifying dread or flight.

G2038

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ER-goh

Translations: to work, to do, to perform, to labor, to accomplish, to trade

Notes: This verb means to work, to do, or to perform an action. It can refer to physical labor, mental effort, or the execution of a task. It is often used to describe the act of engaging in an activity or bringing something about. For example, one might 'work' a field, 'do' a deed, or 'perform' a miracle.

Inflection: First Person Singular, Present Active Indicative; or Imperative, Present Active, Second Person Singular

Synonyms: ΠΟΙΕΩ, ΠΡΑΤΤΩ, ΔΡΑΩ

Etymology: The word ἘΡΓΩ (ergō) is related to the noun ἔργον (ergon), meaning 'work' or 'deed'. It comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to do' or 'to act'.

G3804

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PA-thee

Translations: sufferings, passions, affections, emotions, experiences, calamities, misfortunes

Notes: This word refers to experiences, particularly those that involve suffering, strong emotions, or desires. It can denote physical suffering, mental anguish, or strong passions and affections. In a negative sense, it can refer to evil desires or lusts, while in a more neutral or positive sense, it can refer to human emotions or experiences in general. It is often used in the plural.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Accusative, or Vocative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΚΑΚΑ, ΘΛΙΨΕΙΣ, ΠΕΙΡΑΣΜΟΙ

G1169

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: DEI-non

Translations: terrible, a terrible thing, dreadful, a dreadful thing, fearful, a fearful thing, mighty, a mighty thing, powerful, a powerful thing, formidable, a formidable thing, dire, a dire thing, awful, an awful thing, strange, a strange thing, wondrous, a wondrous thing, marvelous, a marvelous thing, clever, a clever thing, skillful, a skillful thing

Notes: This word describes something that inspires fear, awe, or respect due to its power, intensity, or unusual nature. It can refer to something terrible or dreadful, but also to something remarkably powerful, skillful, or wondrous. It can be used to describe a person, an event, or a quality. When used as a noun, it refers to a terrible or powerful thing.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΦΟΒΕΡΟΣ, ΙΣΧΥΡΟΣ, ΘΑΥΜΑΣΤΟΣ

Etymology: From the verb δέω (deō), meaning 'to bind' or 'to lack', but more directly related to the idea of 'fear' or 'dread'. It conveys the sense of something that causes one to be bound by fear or awe.

G1910

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: eh-pee-BAS

Translations: having stepped upon, having mounted, having gone aboard, having entered, having come upon

Notes: This word is the masculine nominative singular form of the aorist active participle of the verb 'epibainō'. It describes someone who has completed the action of stepping on, mounting, or entering something. It is used to indicate a past action that has a bearing on the present situation, often functioning adverbially or adjectivally.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine, Aorist Active Participle

Synonyms: ΑΝΑΒΑΣ, ΕΙΣΕΛΘΩΝ, ΠΡΟΣΕΛΘΩΝ

G0716

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: AR-ma-tos

Translations: of a chariot, of a war-chariot, of a wagon, of a cart

Notes: This word refers to a chariot, a war-chariot, or a wagon/cart. It is a noun used to describe a wheeled vehicle, often associated with warfare or transportation. In its genitive form, it indicates possession or origin, such as 'belonging to a chariot' or 'from a chariot'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Neuter

Synonyms: ΔΙΦΡΟΣ, ΟΧΗΜΑ

Etymology: The word ΑΡΜΑ (arma) is of uncertain origin, possibly related to the verb ἀραρίσκω (arariskō), meaning 'to fit together' or 'to join', suggesting a constructed vehicle.

G2414

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ee-eh-roh-SO-loo-mah

Translations: Jerusalem

Notes: This word refers to Jerusalem, the capital city of ancient Judea and a significant religious center for Jews and Christians. It is often used in the context of travel to or from the city, or events that took place within it.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Accusative, or Genitive (indeclinable in some contexts), Feminine

Etymology: The name 'Jerusalem' is of Semitic origin, likely derived from 'Urusalim', meaning 'foundation of Shalem' or 'city of peace'. It has been known by various names throughout history.

G5443

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: foo-LEE

Translations: tribe, a tribe, race, a race, nation, a nation, people, a people

Notes: This word refers to a tribe, a race, or a nation, often denoting a group of people descended from a common ancestor or sharing a common origin. It is frequently used in the context of the twelve tribes of Israel in the Bible. It can also refer more broadly to a people or a nation.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΕΘΝΟΣ, ΓΕΝΟΣ

Etymology: From an assumed root meaning 'to grow, produce'. It refers to a group of people descended from a common ancestor, hence a tribe or race.

G0243

Part of Speech: Adjective, Pronoun, Adverb

Sounds like: AL-lo

Translations: other, another, different, an other, another thing

Notes: This word refers to something distinct or different from what has already been mentioned or is currently under consideration. It can be used to describe a different person, thing, or concept. It often functions as an adjective modifying a noun, but can also stand alone as a pronoun meaning 'another one' or 'another thing'. When used adverbially, it can mean 'otherwise' or 'in another way'.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ἙΤΕΡΟΣ, ἈΛΛΟΤΡΙΟΣ

Etymology: The word ἈΛΛΟΣ comes from Proto-Indo-European *alyos, meaning 'other, another'. It is related to Latin alius and English 'else'.

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective

Sounds like: eh-KEE-ness

Translations: of that, of her

Notes: This word is the genitive singular feminine form of the demonstrative pronoun/adjective 'ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ', meaning 'that' or 'that one'. It is used to point to something or someone distant in space or time, or to refer back to something previously mentioned. As a genitive form, it indicates possession, origin, or separation, often translated with 'of' or 'from'. When used as an adjective, it modifies a feminine noun in the genitive case. When used as a pronoun, it stands in for a feminine noun.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΟΥΤΟΣ, ΟΔΕ

G0868

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-pos-TAN

Translations: to depart, to withdraw, to fall away, to revolt, to stand away, to keep away

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle, masculine or neuter, singular, nominative or accusative case, or it could be an aorist active infinitive. It describes the action of departing, withdrawing, or falling away from something or someone. It can imply a physical separation, a political rebellion, or a spiritual apostasy. When used as a participle, it functions like an adjective describing someone who has departed or fallen away.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Participle, Masculine or Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative; or Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΧΩΡΕΩ, ΑΠΟΔΙΔΡΑΣΚΩ, ΑΠΟΛΕΙΠΩ

G0667

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-peh-DEIK-seh

Translations: showed, demonstrated, proved, appointed, declared, exhibited

Notes: This word is the aorist active indicative form of the verb 'ἀποδείκνυμι' (apodeiknymi). It means to show forth, demonstrate, prove, or appoint. It describes an action that was completed in the past, emphasizing the act of making something evident or establishing a fact. It can be used to describe someone showing evidence, proving a point, or formally appointing someone to a position.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Indicative, 3rd Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΔΕΙΞΕ, ΕΦΑΝΕΡΩΣΕ, ΕΔΕΙΞΕ

G3816

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PAIS

Translations: child, a child, boy, a boy, girl, a girl, servant, a servant, slave, a slave

Notes: This word refers to a child, whether a boy or a girl, and can also denote a servant or slave, regardless of age. Its meaning often depends on the context, indicating a young person or someone in a position of servitude. For example, it can refer to a son or daughter, or a male or female attendant.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative

Synonyms: ΤΕΚΝΟΝ, ΔΟΥΛΟΣ, ΚΟΡΑΣΙΟΝ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *peh₂w- ('small, few'). It is related to words meaning 'child' or 'small' in various Indo-European languages.

G1577

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ek-klee-SEE-an

Translations: assembly, a church, the church, a congregation, the congregation

Notes: This word refers to an assembly or a gathering of people, often for a specific purpose. In the New Testament, it commonly refers to the Christian church or a local congregation of believers. It is a compound word formed from 'ἐκ' (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and 'καλέω' (kaleō), meaning 'to call'. Thus, it literally means 'a calling out' or 'those called out'. It can be used in sentences like 'They gathered the assembly' or 'He spoke to the church'.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΑΓΩΓΗ, ΟΜΙΛΙΑ, ΣΥΝΟΔΟΣ

Part of Speech: Participle, Verb

Sounds like: poy-AY-sas

Translations: having made, having done, making, doing, who made, who did

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb 'ποιέω' (poieō), meaning 'to make' or 'to do'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has been completed. It often translates as 'having made' or 'having done', indicating an action that occurred prior to or concurrently with the main verb of the sentence. It can also be translated as 'making' or 'doing' in certain contexts, or as a relative clause like 'who made' or 'who did'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine, Aorist, Active, Participle

Synonyms: ΠΡΑΞΑΣ, ΕΡΓΑΣΑΜΕΝΟΣ

G5443

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: FY-lon

Translations: of tribes, tribes

Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the noun 'φυλή' (phylē), meaning 'tribe' or 'clan'. It refers to a group of people descended from a common ancestor or sharing a common origin, often used in the context of the twelve tribes of Israel or other ethnic divisions. As a genitive plural, it indicates possession or origin, meaning 'belonging to tribes' or 'from tribes'.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΗΜΩΝ, ΓΕΝΩΝ

Etymology: The word 'φυλή' (phylē) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *bʰuH- meaning 'to be, to grow'. It originally referred to a growth or shoot, and later evolved to mean a clan or tribe, indicating a group that has grown together or sprung from a common origin.

G5218

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: hoo-pee-KO-oos

Translations: obedient, subject, submissive

Notes: This word describes someone who is obedient, submissive, or subject to another's authority. It implies a willingness to listen and comply with commands or instructions. It is often used to describe people who are under the rule or authority of a leader, a law, or even God.

Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΥΠΟΤΑΚΤΙΚΟΣ, ΠΕΙΘΑΡΧΙΚΟΣ

Etymology: From the Greek preposition ΥΠΟ (hypo), meaning 'under', and the verb ΑΚΟΥΩ (akouō), meaning 'to hear'. Thus, it literally means 'hearing under' or 'listening under', implying submission to what is heard.

G3634

Part of Speech: Adjective, Pronoun

Sounds like: OY-oss

Translations: such as, of what sort, what kind of, as, like, a such as

Notes: This word is an adjective or pronoun used to describe the quality or kind of something. It often functions as a relative pronoun, meaning 'such as' or 'of what sort', introducing a clause that specifies the nature of a preceding noun. It can also be used interrogatively, meaning 'what kind of?' or 'how great?'. It is used to draw comparisons or indicate similarity.

Inflection: Masculine, Nominative, Singular

Synonyms: ΟΜΟΙΟΣ, ΤΟΙΟΥΤΟΣ

Etymology: This word is derived from the demonstrative stem *ho- (meaning 'this') and the relative pronominal stem *yo- (meaning 'who, which'). It indicates a quality or kind, often in a comparative sense.

G2992

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: LAH-bahn

Translations: Laban

Notes: Laban is a proper noun referring to a significant figure in the Old Testament, specifically in the Book of Genesis. He was the brother of Rebekah, the father of Leah and Rachel, and the uncle and father-in-law of Jacob. He is known for his dealings with Jacob, including the deception regarding his daughters' marriages and the subsequent negotiations over livestock.

Inflection: Does not inflect (indeclinable in this form)

Etymology: The name Laban is of Hebrew origin (לָבָן, lavan), meaning 'white'. It is associated with the region of Paddan-Aram in Mesopotamia.

G3844

Part of Speech: Preposition, Prefix

Sounds like: pa-RAH

Translations: beside, by, near, from, with, at, along, beyond, against, through, in the presence of, alongside, a

Notes: This word functions primarily as a preposition, indicating proximity, origin, or comparison. It can mean 'beside,' 'from,' 'with,' 'at,' or 'alongside,' depending on the case of the noun it governs. When used as a prefix in compound words, it often conveys ideas of proximity, deviation, or intensity, such as 'alongside,' 'beyond,' 'contrary to,' or 'through.'

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a preposition); as a prefix, it modifies the meaning of the verb or noun it attaches to.

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΕΠΙ, ΣΥΝ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *per- (meaning 'forward, through'). It is cognate with English 'for' and 'through'.

G1831

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ex-EL-thain

Translations: to go out, to come out, to depart, to exit

Notes: This word is an aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'exerchomai', meaning 'to go out' or 'to come out'. It is a compound verb formed from 'ek' (out of) and 'erchomai' (to come/go). It describes the action of moving from an inside place to an outside place, or from one state to another. It can be used in contexts like leaving a house, departing from a city, or emerging from a situation.

Inflection: Infinitive, Aorist, Active

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΒΑΙΝΩ, ΕΚΒΑΙΝΩ, ΑΠΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

G4170

Part of Speech: Participle, Verb

Sounds like: po-LEH-may-sas

Translations: having warred, having fought, who warred, who fought

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle of the verb 'πολεμέω' (polemeō), meaning 'to make war' or 'to fight'. As a participle, it describes an action completed in the past by the subject, often translated as 'having warred' or 'having fought'. It can function adjectivally, describing a noun, or adverbially, indicating the circumstances of another action.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine, Aorist, Active, Participle

Synonyms: ΜΑΧΕΣΑΜΕΝΟΣ, ΑΓΩΝΙΣΑΜΕΝΟΣ

Etymology: The verb 'πολεμέω' (polemeō) is derived from 'πόλεμος' (polemos), meaning 'war' or 'battle'. 'Πόλεμος' itself is of uncertain origin, possibly related to a root meaning 'to be agitated' or 'to move about'.

G1398

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: doo-LEH-oo-een

Translations: to serve, to be a slave, to obey, to be subject

Notes: This word means to serve, especially in the sense of being a slave or bondservant. It implies a state of subjection or obedience to a master or a cause. It can be used to describe serving God, serving a person, or even being enslaved to sin or a principle. It is often used in the context of a master-slave relationship, but can also refer to general service or devotion.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΥΠΗΡΕΤΕΩ, ΛΑΤΡΕΥΩ, ΔΙΑΚΟΝΕΩ

G2967

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: koh-loo-THEYS

Translations: hindered, prevented, restrained, forbidden, having been hindered, having been prevented

Notes: This word is a passive participle derived from the verb 'κωλύω' (kōlyō), meaning 'to hinder' or 'to prevent'. As a passive participle, it describes someone or something that has been hindered, prevented, or restrained. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun, or adverbially, indicating the circumstances under which an action occurred.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Participle, Nominative, Singular, Masculine

Synonyms: ΕΜΠΟΔΙΣΘΕΙΣ, ΚΑΤΑΣΧΕΘΕΙΣ

Etymology: The word κωλύω (kōlyō) is of uncertain origin, possibly related to κῶλον (kōlon), meaning 'limb' or 'hindrance'.

G4756

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: strah-TEE-ahn

Translations: campaign, expedition, warfare, army, host, a campaign, an expedition, a warfare, an army, a host

Notes: This word refers to a military campaign, an expedition, or the act of warfare. It can also denote a body of soldiers, an army, or a host, particularly in a military context. It is often used to describe organized military activity or the forces involved in it.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΤΡΑΤΟΣ, ΔΥΝΑΜΙΣ, ΣΤΡΑΤΕΥΜΑ

Etymology: Derived from the Greek word στρατεύω (strateuō), meaning 'to make war, to serve as a soldier,' which itself comes from στρατός (stratos), meaning 'army, encampment.'

G3670

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: oh-moh-FY-looss

Translations: of the same race, of the same nation, of the same tribe, fellow countryman, fellow tribesman

Notes: This word describes someone or something belonging to the same race, nation, or tribe as another. It is used to refer to people who share a common ethnic or national origin, emphasizing their shared identity or heritage. It is a compound word formed from 'ὁμός' (homos), meaning 'same', and 'φῦλον' (phylon), meaning 'race' or 'tribe'.

Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΥΓΓΕΝΗΣ, ΟΜΟΕΘΝΗΣ

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: OO-tos

Translations: this, that, he, she, it, these, those, this one, that one

Notes: This word is a demonstrative pronoun, meaning 'this' or 'that'. It is used to point out something or someone that is near, or has just been mentioned. It can function as a substantive (e.g., 'he', 'she', 'it', 'this one') or as an adjective modifying a noun (e.g., 'this man', 'these things'). It often refers to something immediately present or recently discussed in the discourse.

Inflection: Masculine, Nominative, Singular

Synonyms: ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ, ΟΔΕ

Etymology: The word ΟΥΤΟΣ is of uncertain origin, but it is thought to be an ancient demonstrative pronoun in Greek, possibly related to other Indo-European demonstratives.

G4128

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PLAY-thooss

Translations: of a multitude, of a crowd, of a great number, of a throng, of a quantity, of a great amount, of a fullness, of a great company

Notes: This word refers to a large number or quantity of people or things, a multitude, or a crowd. It can also denote a great amount or fullness. It is used to describe a large gathering of people or a significant quantity of something.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Neuter

Synonyms: ΟΧΛΟΣ, ΠΟΛΥΣ, ΠΛΗΡΩΜΑ

Etymology: From the root *pleth-, related to the idea of being full or abundant. It is connected to the Proto-Indo-European root *pleh₁- meaning 'to fill'.

G0646

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-pos-TAH-seh-ohs

Translations: of rebellion, of revolt, of defection, of apostasy

Notes: This word refers to a falling away, a defection, or a rebellion from a previous state, allegiance, or belief. It describes a deliberate abandonment or renunciation, often implying a separation from a religious or political authority. It is used to describe acts of revolt or a turning away from faith.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ἈΠΟΣΤΑΣΙΣ, ἈΠΟΧΩΡΗΣΙΣ, ἈΠΟΦΥΓΗ

Etymology: The word ἀποστασία (apostasia) comes from the Greek verb ἀφίστημι (aphistēmi), meaning 'to stand off, to depart, to withdraw'. It is formed from ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and στάσις (stasis), meaning 'a standing' or 'a state'.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: geh-geh-NEE-meh-nays

Translations: of having become, of having been, of having come into being, of having happened

Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'to become' or 'to be born'. As a perfect participle, it describes an action that has been completed in the past but has ongoing results. In this specific form, it is used to modify a feminine noun in the genitive case, indicating possession or relationship, often translated with 'of' or 'belonging to'. It can refer to something that has come into existence, happened, or been born.

Inflection: Perfect Participle, Genitive, Singular, Feminine

Synonyms: ΓΕΝΝΑΩ, ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ, ΕΙΜΙ

G1334

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-ay-GAY-so-my

Translations: I will narrate, I will recount, I will declare, I will tell

Notes: This word means to narrate, recount, or declare something in detail. It implies a thorough and complete telling of an event or story. It is used to express the future action of relating information.

Inflection: Future, Middle Voice, Indicative, First Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΕΚΔΙΗΓΕΟΜΑΙ, ΑΠΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ, ΔΙΕΞΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word ΔΙΗΓΕΟΜΑΙ is a compound word formed from the preposition διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'throughout', and the verb ἡγέομαι (hegeomai), meaning 'to lead' or 'to guide'. Thus, it literally means 'to lead through' or 'to guide through', which evolved into the sense of narrating or recounting something in full detail.

G4413

Part of Speech: Adjective, Adverb

Sounds like: PRO-ton

Translations: first, foremost, chief, principal, a first thing, before, at the first, in the first place

Notes: This word means 'first' in terms of order, time, importance, or rank. As an adjective, it describes something as being the first of its kind or in a sequence. As an adverb, it indicates something happening initially or in the first instance. It can also refer to the chief or most important person or thing.

Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑΡΧΗ, ΠΡΩΤΙΣΤΟΣ, ΠΡΟΤΕΡΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'πρῶτος' (prōtos) is a superlative form derived from the Proto-Indo-European root *pro- meaning 'forward, before'. It is related to the Greek preposition 'πρό' (pro), meaning 'before' or 'in front of'.

G4238

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EP-rak-sen

Translations: he did, he performed, he accomplished, he practiced

Notes: This word means 'he did' or 'he performed'. It refers to an action that was completed in the past. It can be used to describe someone carrying out a task, accomplishing a deed, or engaging in a particular practice.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, 3rd Person Singular

Synonyms: ἘΠΟΊΗΣΕΝ, ἘΡΓΆΣΑΤΟ

Etymology: The root verb ΠΡΆΣΣΩ (prassō) comes from an uncertain origin, possibly related to the idea of passing through or accomplishing.

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: EKH-oh-meh-nah

Translations: holding, having, being near, next to, adjoining, contiguous, being held, being possessed

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'ἔχω' (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. In its present middle/passive form, it often describes something that is being held, possessed, or is in close proximity to something else. It can indicate a state of being near or adjacent to something, or being in possession of something. It is often used with a genitive case to indicate what it is near or what it is holding.

Inflection: Present, Middle or Passive Voice, Nominative or Accusative Case, Neuter Gender, Plural Number

Synonyms: ΕΓΓΥΣ, ΠΛΗΣΙΟΝ, ΠΡΟΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *seǵʰ- 'to hold, to have'. It is related to other Greek words like ἕξις (hexis) 'habit, state' and ὄχος (ochos) 'carriage, vehicle'.

Part of Speech: Participle, Noun

Sounds like: geh-geh-NEE-meh-nah

Translations: things that have happened, events, occurrences, what has come to pass

Notes: This word is the perfect passive participle, neuter plural, of the verb 'γίνομαι' (ginomai), meaning 'to become' or 'to happen'. It refers to things that have come into existence, occurred, or taken place. It is often used substantively, meaning 'the things that have happened' or 'events'.

Inflection: Plural, Neuter, Nominative, Accusative, or Vocative, Perfect Passive Participle

Synonyms: ΓΕΓΟΝΟΤΑ, ΠΡΑΓΜΑΤΑ, ΣΥΜΒΕΒΗΚΟΤΑ

G1213

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: day-LOH-soh-men

Translations: we will make clear, we will show, we will declare, we will reveal

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to make clear,' 'to show,' 'to declare,' or 'to reveal.' It is used to express an action that will be performed by a group (we) in the future, indicating that they will make something known or evident.

Inflection: Future, Active, Indicative, First Person, Plural

Synonyms: ΦΑΝΕΡΩΣΟΜΕΝ, ΑΠΟΚΑΛΥΨΟΜΕΝ

Etymology: The word ΔΗΛΟΩ comes from the adjective ΔΗΛΟΣ (delos), meaning 'visible' or 'clear.' It signifies the act of making something visible or clear.

G0891

Part of Speech: Preposition, Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: AKH-ree

Translations: until, up to, as far as, while, unto, even to

Notes: This word functions as a preposition, conjunction, or adverb, indicating a limit in time or space. As a preposition, it means 'until' or 'up to' and is typically followed by the genitive case. As a conjunction, it means 'until' or 'while', introducing a clause that specifies a time limit. As an adverb, it can mean 'even to' or 'as far as'. It denotes a point or period that something reaches or continues.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΜΕΧΡΙ, ΕΩΣ, ΑΧΡΙΣ

Etymology: The origin of this word is uncertain, but it is thought to be related to the Greek word ἄκρος (akros), meaning 'highest' or 'extreme', suggesting a sense of reaching a limit or extremity.

G2477

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: his-to-REE-as

Translations: of history, of an inquiry, of a narrative, of a story

Notes: This word refers to a narrative of past events, a story, or an account. It can also denote an inquiry or investigation, particularly into past events. In a sentence, it would typically be used to refer to the subject matter of historical study or a specific historical account.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΙΗΓΗΣΙΣ, ΑΦΗΓΗΣΙΣ, ΛΟΓΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'Ιστορία' (historia) comes from the Ancient Greek 'ἵστωρ' (hístōr), meaning 'wise man', 'witness', or 'judge'. It originally referred to learning or knowing by inquiry, and later evolved to mean the account of such inquiries, particularly historical ones.

G5105

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: TOY-noon

Translations: therefore, then, accordingly, consequently, so then

Notes: This word is an adverb used to indicate a logical consequence or transition. It often introduces a conclusion, a summary, or a new point that follows from what has just been said. It can be translated as 'therefore,' 'then,' or 'accordingly,' signaling that what follows is a result or a logical next step.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΥΝ, ΑΡΑ, ΔΙΟ

Etymology: From the demonstrative particle τοι (toi), meaning 'indeed, surely,' and the enclitic particle νυν (nun), meaning 'now, then.' It emphasizes a logical connection or consequence.

G0932

Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective

Sounds like: bah-see-LAY-on

Translations: kingdom, a kingdom, royal palace, a royal palace, royal power, reign, royal

Notes: This word primarily functions as a noun meaning 'kingdom,' 'royal palace,' or 'royal power/authority.' It can refer to a literal territory ruled by a king, the physical dwelling of a king, or the abstract concept of royal dominion. It can also be used as an adjective meaning 'royal' or 'kingly,' describing something belonging to or characteristic of a king. In the New Testament, it frequently refers to the 'kingdom of God' or 'kingdom of heaven.'

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative (when used as a noun); Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative (when used as an adjective)

Synonyms: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΙΑ, ΒΑΣΙΛΕΥΣ, ΕΞΟΥΣΙΑ

Etymology: From the Greek word βασιλεύς (basileus), meaning 'king.' The suffix -ιον (-ion) indicates a place or thing associated with the root.

G4847

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: see-KEE-may

Translations: Shechem, Sychar

Notes: This is a proper noun referring to an ancient city in Samaria, located in the northern part of the West Bank. It was a significant historical and religious site in the Old Testament, often mentioned in connection with Abraham, Jacob, and Joshua. In the New Testament, it is sometimes referred to as Sychar.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative

Etymology: The name is of Hebrew origin, from the Hebrew word שְׁכֶם (Shekhem), meaning 'shoulder' or 'back', possibly referring to the geographical location of the city on a ridge or saddle.

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun

Sounds like: TOW-tay

Translations: of this, to this, by this, with this, this

Notes: This word is an inflected form of the demonstrative pronoun 'οὗτος' (houtos), meaning 'this' or 'that'. It is used to point out something specific that is near the speaker or has just been mentioned. As a feminine singular form, it can function as either a genitive case, indicating possession or origin (e.g., 'of this woman'), or a dative case, indicating indirect object or means (e.g., 'to this woman' or 'by means of this'). Its precise meaning depends on the context and the preposition it might be used with.

Inflection: Feminine, Singular, Genitive or Dative

Synonyms: ΑΥΤΗ, ΕΚΕΙΝΗ

Etymology: The word 'οὗτος' (houtos), from which 'ταύτῃ' is derived, is a demonstrative pronoun in Koine Greek. It is believed to have originated from a combination of the definite article and a pronominal stem, indicating proximity or reference to something previously mentioned.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EE-kheh

Translations: he had, she had, it had, he was having, she was having, it was having

Notes: This word is the third person singular imperfect active indicative form of the verb 'ἔχω' (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. It describes an ongoing or repeated action in the past, or a state of possession that existed in the past. For example, it could be used in a sentence like 'He had a house' or 'She was holding the book'.

Inflection: Third person, Singular, Imperfect, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΚΤΩΜΑΙ, ΚΕΚΤΗΜΑΙ

G3004

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: leh-GO-meh-nee

Translations: being called, being said, called, said, named, so-called, a called, a said, a named

Notes: This word is a present passive participle, meaning 'being called' or 'being said'. It is often used to describe something that is 'so-called' or 'named', indicating a common designation or a descriptive title. It functions like an adjective, modifying a noun.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine, Present, Passive

Synonyms: ΟΝΟΜΑΖΟΜΕΝΗ, ΚΑΛΟΥΜΕΝΗ

Etymology: The word ΛΕΓΩ (legō) comes from Proto-Indo-European *leǵ-, meaning 'to gather, collect', which evolved to mean 'to pick out words, speak'.

G4642

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: skay-no-pay-GHEE-as

Translations: (of) the Feast of Tabernacles, (of) the Feast of Booths

Notes: This word refers to the Feast of Tabernacles, also known as the Feast of Booths, an important Jewish festival. It is a compound word derived from 'σκήνη' (skēnē), meaning 'tent' or 'tabernacle', and 'πηγία' (pēgia), related to 'πηγνύω' (pēgnýō), meaning 'to fix' or 'to pitch'. The festival commemorates the forty years the Israelites spent wandering in the desert after the Exodus, living in temporary shelters or booths.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Etymology: The word ΣΚΗΝΟΠΗΓΙΑ (skēnopēgia) is a compound noun formed from σκήνη (skēnē), meaning 'tent, tabernacle, booth', and the root of πηγνύω (pēgnýō), meaning 'to fix, to pitch'. It literally means 'the pitching of tents' or 'the dwelling in tents'.

G1764

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: en-is-TAS-thai

Translations: to be present, to be at hand, to be imminent, to stand in, to oppose, to resist

Notes: This word is a verb that means to be present, to be at hand, or to be imminent. It can also convey the sense of standing in or opposing something, indicating resistance or an obstacle. It is often used to describe something that is about to happen or is currently happening.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΕΙΝΑΙ, ΕΓΓΙΖΕΙΝ, ΑΝΘΙΣΤΑΣΘΑΙ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἐν (en, 'in') + ἵστημι (histēmi, 'to stand').

G3195

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: MEL-loo-sees

Translations: of being about to, of intending, of going to, of being destined

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'μέλλω', which means 'to be about to', 'to intend', or 'to be destined to'. As a genitive feminine singular participle, it describes something that is 'of' or 'belonging to' a female entity or a feminine concept that is on the verge of happening or is intended to happen. It often indicates future action or a state of readiness.

Inflection: Participle, Present, Active, Genitive, Feminine, Singular

Synonyms: ΕΤΟΙΜΟΥ, ΠΡΟΚΕΙΜΕΝΟΥ

G3049

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: loh-gee-SAH-meh-nos

Translations: having considered, having reasoned, having calculated, having concluded, having thought, having reckoned

Notes: This word is an aorist middle participle of the verb 'λογίζομαι' (logizomai), meaning 'to reckon, calculate, consider, or think'. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred and is often translated as 'having considered' or 'having reasoned'. It indicates a completed action of thinking or calculating, often leading to a conclusion or decision. It can be used to describe someone who has taken something into account or made a judgment.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine, Aorist, Middle, Participle

Synonyms: ΕΝΘΥΜΗΘΕΙΣ, ΣΥΛΛΟΓΙΣΑΜΕΝΟΣ, ΔΙΑΛΟΓΙΣΑΜΕΝΟΣ

G1437

Part of Speech: Conjunction

Sounds like: eh-AHN

Translations: if, when, whenever, although

Notes: ἘΑΝ is a conditional conjunction used to introduce a protasis (the 'if' clause) in a conditional sentence. It typically takes the subjunctive mood, indicating a condition that is possible, probable, or hypothetical. It can be translated as 'if', 'when', or 'whenever', depending on the nuance of the condition, and sometimes 'although' in concessive clauses.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΙ, ὍΤΑΝ

Etymology: ἘΑΝ is a contraction of the conditional particle εἰ (ei, 'if') and the modal particle ἄν (an), which adds a sense of contingency or possibility to the condition.

G4198

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: por-yoo-THEN-tee

Translations: to one having gone, to one having traveled, to one having departed, to one having proceeded

Notes: This word is an aorist passive participle, meaning 'having gone' or 'having traveled'. It describes someone who has completed the action of going or traveling. As a dative form, it indicates the recipient or indirect object of an action, often translated with 'to' or 'for' someone.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Neuter, Aorist, Passive, Participle

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΒΑΙΝΩ, ΑΠΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek πορεύω (poreúō, “to make to go, carry, convey”), from πόρος (póros, “a way, a passage”).

G1289

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-ah-gah-GAYN

Translations: to lead through, to pass, to spend, to live

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'across', and the verb ἄγω (ago), meaning 'to lead' or 'to bring'. It generally means to lead or bring something through, to pass through a period of time, or to live one's life in a certain way. It can be used to describe the passage of time or the conduct of one's life.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΑΓΩ, ΖΑΩ, ΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word ΔΙΑΓΩ is a compound of the preposition ΔΙΑ (dia), meaning 'through' or 'apart', and the verb ΑΓΩ (ago), meaning 'to lead' or 'to bring'.

G3340

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: meh-tah-no-EH-san

Translations: they repented, they changed their mind

Notes: This word means to repent or to change one's mind, often implying a change of heart and direction, especially in a moral or spiritual sense. It describes the action of a group of people who have undergone such a change. For example, 'they repented of their sins'.

Inflection: Third Person, Plural, Aorist, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΜΕΤΑΜΕΛΟΜΑΙ, ΕΠΙΣΤΡΕΦΩ

Etymology: The word is a compound of μετά (meta), meaning 'with, after, or indicating change', and νοέω (noeō), meaning 'to perceive, to think, to understand'. Thus, it literally means 'to change one's mind or perception'.

G1185

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: deh-leh-AS-then

Translations: having been enticed, having been lured, having been deceived, having been ensnared

Notes: This word is a passive participle derived from the verb 'δελεάζω' (deleazo), meaning 'to entice' or 'to lure'. It describes someone or something that has been subjected to enticement or deception. It is often used in contexts where someone is drawn away from a proper path or truth by temptation or trickery.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Participle, Nominative or Accusative, Masculine or Neuter, Plural

Synonyms: ΑΠΑΤΑΩ, ΠΛΑΝΑΩ

G3485

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: NAH-oo

Translations: of a temple, of the temple, to a temple, to the temple, temples

Notes: This word refers to a temple or a sanctuary, specifically the inner part of a temple where the deity was worshipped. It can also refer to the entire sacred edifice. In the provided examples, it appears in the genitive singular (of the temple) and the nominative/accusative plural (temples).

Inflection: Singular, Genitive or Dative; or Plural, Nominative, Accusative, or Vocative; Masculine

Synonyms: ΙΕΡΟΝ, ΝΕΩΣ

Etymology: The word ΝΑΟΣ (naos) is of uncertain origin, possibly from a root meaning 'to dwell' or 'to inhabit'. It refers to a dwelling place, particularly of a god.

G2356

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: thrays-KAY-ahss

Translations: (of) religion, (of) worship, (of) religious observance, (of) piety, a religion

Notes: This word refers to religion, worship, or religious observance. It describes the outward expression of one's devotion to a deity or a set of beliefs, often involving rituals, practices, and a system of faith. It is used to speak about the practice or system of a particular faith.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΕΥΣΕΒΕΙΑ, ΛΑΤΡΕΙΑ

Etymology: From θρησκεύω (thrēskeuō, "to worship"), which is of uncertain origin, possibly related to θρᾷσσα (thrāssa, "Thracian woman"), referring to the ecstatic worship practices of Thracian cults.

G2641

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tah-LEIP-sei

Translations: he will leave, he will abandon, he will forsake, he will remain, he will be left behind

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to leave behind,' 'to abandon,' 'to forsake,' or 'to remain.' It is often used to describe someone or something being left in a particular state or place, or to indicate that something is left over or remains after an event. It can also imply a sense of being deserted or neglected.

Inflection: Future, Active, Indicative, Third Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΑΦΙΗΜΙ, ΕΚΒΑΛΛΩ, ΛΕΙΠΩ

G4337

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pros-khoh-RAY-see

Translations: will approach, will come to, will join, will yield, will agree

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to approach,' 'to come to,' 'to join,' 'to yield,' or 'to agree.' It describes the act of moving towards something or someone, either physically or in terms of agreement or submission. It is often used to indicate a movement of allegiance or a decision to side with someone.

Inflection: Future, Indicative, Active, Third Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΠΡΟΣΕΓΓΙΖΩ, ΠΡΟΣΤΙΘΗΜΙ

G4413

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: PRO-toh

Translations: first, foremost, chief, principal, before, at the first, in the first

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'first' or 'foremost'. It is used to indicate something that is initial in time, order, or importance. In the dative case, as seen here, it often translates to 'at the first' or 'in the first' when referring to a time or place, or 'to the first' when indicating direction or recipient.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΑΡΧΗ, ΠΡΩΤΕΥΩ

Etymology: The word 'πρῶτος' (prōtos) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *per-, meaning 'forward' or 'through'. It is the superlative form of 'πρό' (pro), meaning 'before' or 'in front of'.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: geh-no-MEH-noo

Translations: having become, having come to pass, of having become, of having come to pass

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'γίνομαι' (ginomai), meaning 'to become,' 'to come into being,' 'to happen,' or 'to be born.' As a genitive singular participle, it often indicates a causal or temporal relationship, meaning 'of one who has become' or 'when something has happened.' It describes an action that has already taken place and is often used to modify a noun in the genitive case.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle Voice, Participle, Masculine or Neuter, Singular, Genitive

Synonyms: ΕΓΕΝΕΤΟ, ΣΥΜΒΑΙΝΩ, ΑΠΟΒΑΙΝΩ

G5590

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PSY-khen

Translations: soul, a soul, life, a life, mind, a mind, self, a self

Notes: This word refers to the soul, the principle of life, or the inner self. It can denote a person's life, their mind, or their spiritual essence. It is often used to describe the seat of emotions, desires, and affections, and can also refer to the individual person themselves.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΖΩΗ, ΠΝΕΥΜΑ

Etymology: From a root meaning 'to breathe', referring to the breath as the principle of life. It is related to the verb ψύχω (psycho), meaning 'to breathe, to blow'.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: eh-pee-TEKH-nah-tai

Translations: skillful workers, craftsmen, master builders, cunning workmen

Notes: This word refers to individuals who are highly skilled or cunning in their craft, often implying a level of mastery or ingenuity. It is a compound word formed from the preposition 'ἐπί' (upon, in addition) and 'τέχνη' (art, skill, craft). It describes those who apply their skills effectively, often in construction or other technical fields.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΤΕΧΝΙΤΑΙ, ΔΗΜΙΟΥΡΓΟΙ, ΜΑΣΤΟΡΕΣ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the preposition 'ἐπί' (epi), meaning 'upon' or 'in addition to', and 'τέχνη' (techne), meaning 'art', 'skill', or 'craft'. It describes someone who possesses and applies skill.

G5108

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").

G1151

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: dah-mah-LICE

Translations: heifers, young cows, calves

Notes: This word refers to young cows or heifers, typically those that have not yet calved. It is used to describe female cattle, often in a context related to livestock or sacrifice. In the provided examples, it refers to actual animals, but it can also be used metaphorically, as in the second example from Amos, where it refers to the wealthy women of Samaria who oppress the poor.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΒΟΕΣ, ΜΟΣΧΟΙ

Etymology: The origin of the word ΔΑΜΑΛΙΣ is uncertain, but it is thought to be related to the verb δαμάζω (damazō), meaning 'to tame' or 'to subdue', suggesting a connection to domesticated animals.

G2087

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: EH-teh-ron

Translations: another, other, different, a different thing, an other thing

Notes: This word means 'another' or 'other', emphasizing a difference in kind or quality from something else. It is used to refer to something distinct or different from what has been previously mentioned or implied. For example, it might be used to say 'another person' or 'a different kind of thing'.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑΛΛΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΕΤΕΡΟΣ comes from Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'one of two' or 'the other'. It is related to the English word 'other'.

G3398

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: mee-KROO

Translations: (of) small, (of) little, (of) short, (of) young, (of) unimportant, (of) the small one, (of) the little one, (of) the least

Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of the adjective 'ΜΙΚΡΟΣ' (mikros), meaning 'small' or 'little'. It can describe something as being of small size, quantity, or importance. When used substantively, it refers to 'the small one' or 'the least'. It is often used in phrases contrasting with 'great' or 'large', such as 'from great to small' (ἀπὸ μεγάλου ἕως μικροῦ), meaning 'from the greatest to the least' or 'from everyone, regardless of status'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΟΛΙΓΟΣ, ΒΡΑΧΥΣ, ΕΛΑΧΙΣΤΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΜΙΚΡΟΣ (mikros) is of uncertain origin, possibly from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'small'. It is related to the Latin 'minor' and 'minimus'.

G5087

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: TI-thay-see

Translations: he places, she places, it places, he puts, she puts, it puts, he lays, she lays, it lays, he sets, she sets, it sets

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to place, put, lay, or set something. It is used to describe the action of physically positioning an object or person. It can also be used metaphorically to mean to establish or appoint.

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

Synonyms: ΒΑΛΛΩ, ΚΑΤΑΤΙΘΗΜΙ, ΕΠΙΤΙΘΗΜΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'to put, place'.

G4280

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: pro-ee-ree-MEH-naiss

Translations: to the aforementioned, to the aforesaid, to the previously mentioned

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle, meaning 'having been said before' or 'previously mentioned'. It functions as an adjective, describing something that has already been referred to or stated. It is often used to refer back to things, people, or actions that have been discussed earlier in the text.

Inflection: Plural, Dative, Feminine, Perfect Passive Participle

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΛΕΛΕΓΜΕΝΑΙΣ, ΠΡΟΓΕΓΡΑΜΜΕΝΑΙΣ

G3485

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: nah-EES-kohn

Translations: of shrines, of temples, of a shrine, of a temple

Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of 'ναΐσκος' (naiskos), which means a small temple or shrine. It is a diminutive of 'ναός' (naos), meaning 'temple'. It is used to indicate possession or origin, similar to how 'of' is used in English, for example, 'the priests of the shrines'.

Inflection: Genitive, Plural, Masculine

Synonyms: ΝΑΩΝ, ΙΕΡΩΝ

Etymology: The word ναΐσκος (naiskos) is a diminutive of ναός (naos), meaning 'temple' or 'dwelling of a god'. The suffix -ίσκος (-iskos) is used to indicate smallness.

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: ow-TOS

Translations: he, she, it, they, him, her, it, them, himself, herself, itself, themselves, same, very

Notes: ΑΥ̓ΤΟΣ is a versatile word in Koine Greek. As a third-person pronoun, it translates to 'he, she, it' or 'they' in the nominative case, and 'him, her, it' or 'them' in other cases. When used intensively, often in the nominative or immediately following the noun, it means 'himself, herself, itself, themselves' or 'even, very'. When used as an adjective with the definite article (e.g., 'ὁ αὐτὸς'), it means 'the same'. Its meaning depends on its grammatical function and position in the sentence.

Inflection: Singular or Plural, Nominative, Genitive, Dative, or Accusative, Masculine, Feminine, or Neuter

Synonyms: ΟΥ̓ΤΟΣ, ἘΚΕΙΝΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΑΥ̓ΤΟΣ is of uncertain origin, possibly from a pronominal stem *au- or *aw-.

G0757

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ER-khen

Translations: began, was beginning, ruled, was ruling, led, was leading

Notes: This word is the imperfect active indicative, third person singular form of the verb 'ἄρχω' (archo). It means 'he/she/it began', 'he/she/it was beginning', 'he/she/it ruled', 'he/she/it was ruling', 'he/she/it led', or 'he/she/it was leading'. The imperfect tense indicates an ongoing, repeated, or continuous action in the past. It can describe someone starting an action, or someone being in a position of authority or leadership.

Inflection: Imperfect, Active, Indicative, 3rd Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΑΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΗΓΕΟΜΑΙ, ΒΑΣΙΛΕΥΩ

Etymology: The word ἄρχω (archo) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *h₂ergʰ-, meaning 'to begin, to rule'. It is related to words signifying 'first' or 'chief'.

G1215

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-day-may-go-REH-seh

Translations: he spoke, he made a speech, he addressed, he harangued

Notes: This word describes the act of speaking publicly, often in a formal or official capacity, such as delivering a speech or addressing an assembly. It implies a formal address to a group of people, often with a persuasive or authoritative tone. It is used to describe someone who has delivered such a speech.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΛΑΛΕΩ, ΛΕΓΩ, ΦΩΝΕΩ

Etymology: The word is a compound of δῆμος (dēmos), meaning 'people' or 'assembly', and ἀγορεύω (agoreuō), meaning 'to speak' or 'to proclaim'. Thus, it literally means 'to speak to the assembly of the people'.

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: poy-ee-SAH-meh-nos

Translations: having made, having done, having produced, having performed, having created, having appointed, having caused

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'ποιέω' (poieō), meaning 'to make' or 'to do'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has already occurred. In this form, it indicates an action performed by the subject for themselves or in their own interest (middle voice). It can be translated as 'having made' or 'having done', often implying the completion of an action that leads to a subsequent event.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle Voice, Masculine, Singular, Nominative

Synonyms: ΠΡΑΞΑΣ, ΕΡΓΑΣΑΜΕΝΟΣ

G3674

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: oh-mo-FY-loy

Translations: of the same race, of the same nation, fellow countrymen, kinsmen

Notes: This word is a compound adjective formed from 'ὁμός' (homos), meaning 'same', and 'φυλή' (phylē), meaning 'tribe, race, nation'. It describes people who belong to the same race, nation, or tribe. It is often used to refer to fellow countrymen or kinsmen.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΣΥΓΓΕΝΕΙΣ, ΣΥΜΦΥΛΟΙ

Etymology: The word ΟΜΟΦΥΛΟΣ is derived from the Greek prefix ὁμός (homos), meaning 'same', and the noun φυλή (phylē), meaning 'tribe, clan, race'. It describes a shared origin or group identity.

G3543

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: noh-MEE-zoh

Translations: to think, to suppose, to believe, to consider, to practice, to observe, to be accustomed

Notes: This verb means to think, suppose, or believe something to be true. It can also mean to consider or deem something. In some contexts, it refers to practicing or observing a custom or law, indicating a habitual action or a widely accepted practice. It is often used to express an opinion or a common belief.

Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, First Person Singular

Synonyms: ΟἸΟΜΑΙ, ἩΓΕΟΜΑΙ, ΔΟΚΕΩ

Etymology: From νόμος (nomos), meaning 'law' or 'custom'. The word originally meant 'to do by custom, to practice, to observe', and later developed the sense of 'to think, to suppose' based on what is customary or generally accepted.

G3754

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Relative Pronoun

Sounds like: OH-tee

Translations: that, because, for, since, how, what, which

Notes: ΟΤΙ is a versatile word in Koine Greek, primarily functioning as a conjunction meaning 'that', 'because', 'for', or 'since'. It can introduce a clause explaining a reason or consequence, or it can introduce direct speech, similar to how quotation marks function in English. It can also act as a relative pronoun meaning 'what' or 'which'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΟΤΙ, ΕΠΕΙ, ΓΑΡ

Etymology: The word ΟΤΙ is derived from the neuter accusative singular of the relative pronoun ὅστις (hostis), meaning 'whoever, whatever'. Over time, it evolved to function primarily as a conjunction.

G3956

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: PAS

Translations: all, every, whole, any, a whole

Notes: This word means 'all', 'every', or 'whole'. It is used to indicate totality or completeness. It can refer to every single item in a group, or the entirety of something. For example, 'all people' or 'the whole house'. It often takes on the meaning of 'every' when used with a singular noun, and 'all' when used with a plural noun. It can also mean 'any' in certain contexts.

Inflection: Masculine, Singular, Nominative

Synonyms: ΟΛΟΣ, ΑΠΑΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is related to words meaning 'all' or 'every' in various Indo-European languages.

G1722

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: EN

Translations: in, on, among, with, by, at, into, to

Notes: This word is a common preposition in Koine Greek. Its primary meaning is 'in' or 'within,' indicating location, time, or state. It always takes the dative case. Depending on the context, it can also be translated as 'on,' 'among,' 'with' (indicating accompaniment or instrument), 'by' (indicating means or agent), or 'at.' Sometimes it can imply motion into a place, similar to 'into' or 'to,' especially when the context suggests movement towards a location where something then resides.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *en, meaning 'in' or 'into'. It is cognate with English 'in'.

G667

Part of Speech: Participle, Adjective

Sounds like: ah-po-deh-DEIK-meh-non

Translations: demonstrated, proven, appointed, shown, declared, made known, a demonstrated thing, a proven thing

Notes: This word is the perfect passive participle of the verb 'ἀποδείκνυμι', meaning 'to show forth, demonstrate, prove, or appoint'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective, describing something that has been clearly shown, proven, or formally appointed. It signifies a state of having been definitively established or designated.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative, Perfect Passive Participle

Synonyms: ΔΕΔΕΙΓΜΕΝΟΝ, ΠΕΦΑΝΕΡΩΜΕΝΟΝ, ΚΑΘΙΣΤΑΜΕΝΟΝ

Etymology: The word ἀποδείκνυμι is a compound of ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and δείκνυμι (deiknymi), meaning 'to show' or 'to point out'. The compound verb thus means 'to show forth' or 'to demonstrate clearly'.

G5561

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: kho-REE-on

Translations: field, a field, piece of land, a piece of land, place, a place, region, a region, country, a country, village, a village

Notes: This word refers to a specific piece of land, a field, or a defined area. It can also denote a region, country, or even a village. It is often used to describe a plot of ground, especially one used for agriculture or as a dwelling place.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑΓΡΟΣ, ΤΟΠΟΣ, ΚΩΜΗ

Etymology: ΧΩΡΙΟΝ is a diminutive of χῶρος (chōros), meaning 'place' or 'space'. Over time, it came to specifically denote a smaller, defined area, such as a field or a village.

G5599, G3739

Part of Speech: Letter, Interjection, Relative Pronoun

Sounds like: OH-meh-gah (as a letter); OH (as an interjection); OH (as a pronoun)

Translations: Omega, O, Oh, the end, the last, (to) whom, (to) which, (to) what, (to) that, (to) who, (to) those, (to) whomsoever, (to) whatsoever

Notes: This character, Omega, is the twenty-fourth and final letter of the Greek alphabet. As a letter, it represents the long 'o' sound. It can also function as an interjection, similar to 'O' or 'Oh' in English, used for direct address or exclamation. Furthermore, without diacritics, 'Ω' can represent the dative singular form of the relative pronoun 'ὅς, ἥ, ὅ', meaning 'to whom', 'to which', or 'to what', depending on context and gender. It can refer to a person or thing that is the indirect object of an action.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a letter or interjection); Dative, Singular, All genders (as a relative pronoun)

Etymology: The letter Omega is derived from the Phoenician letter 'ayin'. Its name literally means 'great O' (ō mega), distinguishing it from Omicron ('small O'). As a relative pronoun, it originates from Proto-Indo-European roots.

G3918

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: par-ES-tin

Translations: is present, is at hand, is near, is here, is come

Notes: This word is a compound verb, formed from the preposition ΠΑΡΑ (para, meaning 'beside' or 'near') and the verb ΕΙΜΙ (eimi, meaning 'to be'). It means 'to be present', 'to be at hand', or 'to be near'. It is often used to indicate that something is imminent or has arrived.

Inflection: Third Person, Singular, Present, Indicative, Active

Synonyms: ΕΓΓΥΣ, ΕΦΕΣΤΗΚΕΝ, ΗΚΕΙ

Etymology: The word ΠΑΡΕΙΜΙ is a compound of the Greek preposition ΠΑΡΑ (para), meaning 'beside' or 'near', and the verb ΕΙΜΙ (eimi), meaning 'to be'. Its meaning is derived directly from the combination of these two elements.

G3841

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: PAN-tah-KHOO

Translations: everywhere, on every side, in all places

Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'everywhere' or 'in all places'. It indicates that something is present or occurring in all locations or directions. It is used to describe the widespread nature of an action or state.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΑΝΤΗ, ΠΑΝΤΟΘΕΝ

Etymology: The word 'πανταχοῦ' (pantachou) is an adverb formed from the stem 'παντ-' (pant-), meaning 'all' or 'every', combined with the adverbial suffix '-αχου' (-achou), which denotes 'where' or 'in what place'.

G0191

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-KOO-eh

Translations: hears, listens, obeys, understands

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to hear, listen, or perceive sounds. It can also imply understanding what is heard or, in some contexts, to obey or give heed to something. It describes the action of receiving auditory information.

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΕΧΩ, ΥΠΑΚΟΥΩ

Etymology: The word ἈΚΟΥΩ comes from Proto-Indo-European *h₂kowh₂- 'to hear'. It is related to Latin 'audio' (to hear) and English 'acoustic'.

G2356

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: thrays-KEH-oo-on-tas

Translations: worshipping, serving, performing religious rites, observing religious ceremonies

Notes: This word describes the act of engaging in religious worship or service. It refers to the performance of religious duties or ceremonies, often implying a devout and reverent attitude towards a deity. It can be used to describe someone who is actively practicing their religion or fulfilling their religious obligations.

Inflection: Present, Active, Masculine, Accusative, Plural

Synonyms: ΛΑΤΡΕΥΟΝΤΑΣ, ΣΕΒΟΜΕΝΟΥΣ

G3606

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: O-THEN

Translations: from where, whence, wherefore, therefore, for which reason

Notes: This word is an adverb that can indicate either origin or consequence. It is used to ask or state 'from where' something comes or originates. It can also be used to mean 'therefore' or 'for which reason', indicating a logical conclusion or cause.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΟ, ΔΙΑ ΤΟΥΤΟ, ΟΠΟΥ

Etymology: From the demonstrative stem *ho- (meaning 'this' or 'that') combined with the suffix -θεν, which indicates origin or source. It is related to other adverbs of place and origin in Greek.

G1900

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-PEY-geen

Translations: to hasten, to hurry, to urge on, to press on, to be urgent

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to hasten' or 'to hurry'. It can also mean 'to urge on' or 'to press on' when used transitively. It describes the act of moving quickly or causing something to move quickly, often implying a sense of urgency or necessity.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΣΠΕΥΔΩ, ΤΑΧΥΝΩ

Etymology: The word ΕΠΕΙΓΩ comes from the prefix ἐπί (epi), meaning 'upon' or 'to', and a root related to urgency or pressure. It implies a movement towards something with speed or compulsion.

G4198

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: por-yoo-THEN-tas

Translations: having gone, having departed, having traveled, those who have gone, those who have departed

Notes: This word is an aorist passive participle, meaning 'having gone' or 'having departed'. It describes an action that has been completed prior to the main verb of the sentence. It functions like an adjective, modifying a noun or pronoun, indicating that the subject of the participle has performed the action of going or departing.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Participle, Accusative, Masculine, Plural

Synonyms: ΒΑΔΙΖΩ, ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΥΠΑΓΩ

Etymology: The word ΠΟΡΕΥΩ comes from the Greek word πόρος (poros), meaning 'a way, a passage, a ford'.

G4352

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pros-koo-NEH-in

Translations: to worship, to prostrate oneself, to bow down, to do obeisance

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to worship, to prostrate oneself, or to bow down in reverence or submission. It is often used in the context of religious worship towards God or a deity, but can also refer to showing respect or homage to a king or a person of authority. It is a compound word formed from πρός (pros), meaning 'towards', and κυνέω (kyneo), meaning 'to kiss' or 'to fawn'.

Inflection: Infinitive, Present, Active

Synonyms: ΣΕΒΟΜΑΙ, ΛΑΤΡΕΥΩ, ΤΙΜΑΩ

G0444

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: AN-throh-poss

Translations: man, a man, human being, a human being, person, a person

Notes: This word refers to a human being, encompassing both male and female individuals. It is used broadly to denote mankind in general, or a specific person, often in contrast to God or animals. It can be used in various contexts to refer to any member of the human race.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΝΗΡ, ΒΡΟΤΟΣ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἀνθρώπος (anthrōpos), its origin is uncertain but possibly related to ἀνήρ (anēr, 'man') and ὤψ (ōps, 'eye, face'), or from a pre-Greek substrate.

G2680

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tes-keh-YOO-ah-keh

Translations: he had prepared, he had made ready, he had built, he had constructed, he had furnished, he had provided, he had arranged, he had equipped

Notes: This is a verb in the perfect active indicative, third person singular. It means 'he/she/it had prepared,' 'had made ready,' 'had built,' or 'had constructed.' It describes an action that was completed in the past and whose results are still relevant at a later point in the past. It can be used to describe the preparation of a place, the construction of an object, or the arrangement of circumstances.

Inflection: Perfect, Active, Indicative, Third Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΕΤΟΙΜΑΖΩ, ΟΙΚΟΔΟΜΕΩ, ΠΟΙΕΩ

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: peh-poy-EE-kah

Translations: I have made, I have done, I have produced, I have performed

Notes: This word is the first person singular, perfect active indicative form of the verb 'ποιέω' (poieō), meaning 'to make' or 'to do'. The perfect tense indicates an action completed in the past with continuing results in the present. Therefore, 'πεποίηκα' means 'I have made' or 'I have done', emphasizing the present state resulting from a past action.

Inflection: Perfect Active Indicative, 1st Person Singular

Synonyms: ΠΡΑΤΤΩ, ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ

G0565

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-PER-kho-men-oy

Translations: going away, departing, going, returning, leaving

Notes: This word is a compound verb meaning 'to go away from' or 'to depart'. It is often used to describe someone leaving a place, returning to a previous location, or simply going from one point to another. It can also imply a sense of withdrawal or separation.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Plural

Synonyms: ἈΠΕΛΘΟΝΤΕΣ, ΕΞΕΡΧΟΜΕΝΟΙ, ὙΠΑΓΟΝΤΕΣ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἀπό (apo, 'from, away from') and ἔρχομαι (erchomai, 'to come, to go').

G0584

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-po-DEIK-soh

Translations: I will show, I will prove, I will demonstrate, I will declare

Notes: This word means to show, prove, or demonstrate something clearly and conclusively. It implies presenting evidence or reasoning to establish a fact or truth. It is used when someone intends to make something evident or to establish its validity.

Inflection: First Person Singular, Future Active Indicative

Synonyms: ΔΕΙΚΝΥΜΙ, ΦΑΝΕΡΟΩ, ΕΠΙΔΕΙΚΝΥΜΙ

Etymology: From ἀπό (apo, "from, away from") and δείκνυμι (deiknymi, "to show, to point out"). It literally means "to show forth" or "to point out from."

G5100

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: TEE-nas

Translations: who, what, some, any, some people, any people, some things, any things

Notes: ΤΙΝΑΣ is an inflected form of the pronoun/adjective ΤΙΣ. It serves as both an interrogative (asking 'who?' or 'what?') and an indefinite (meaning 'someone,' 'something,' 'some,' or 'any'). In this form, it is the masculine or feminine, plural, accusative case. It can be used to ask about the identity of multiple people or things, or to refer to an unspecified group of people or things.

Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine or Feminine

G0243

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.

G2409

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ee-eh-REH-oos

Translations: priest, a priest

Notes: This word refers to a priest, a person authorized to perform sacred rites of a religion, especially as a mediatory agent between humans and God or gods. In ancient contexts, priests were often responsible for sacrifices, rituals, and interpreting divine will. It is typically used to refer to a male religious official.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΡΧΙΕΡΕΥΣ

Etymology: From the Greek word ἱερός (hieros), meaning 'sacred' or 'holy'. The suffix -εύς (-eus) indicates a person associated with or performing a specific function.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: peh-poy-AY-keh-nye

Translations: to have made, to have done, to have produced, to have created

Notes: This word is the perfect active infinitive form of the verb 'ποιέω' (poieō), meaning 'to make' or 'to do'. As a perfect infinitive, it describes an action that has been completed in the past, with the results continuing into the present. It is often used to express the idea of having accomplished something or having brought something into existence. For example, it could be used in a sentence like 'He desired to have made a great work' or 'They claimed to have done good deeds'.

Inflection: Perfect, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΠΡΑΤΤΩ, ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ, ΤΙΘΗΜΙ

G1818

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eks-ay-pa-TEE-say

Translations: deceived, misled, tricked, beguiled

Notes: This word means to deceive, mislead, or trick someone. It is a compound verb formed from 'ἐκ' (out of, from) and 'ἀπατάω' (to deceive). It describes the act of leading someone astray through cunning or falsehood, often implying a deliberate act of deception. It is typically used in sentences where someone is the agent of deception and another is the object of that deception.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Indicative, 3rd Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΑΠΑΤΑΩ, ΠΛΑΝΑΩ, ΔΟΛΙΟΩ

G0646

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ap-os-TAN-tas

Translations: having departed, having stood away, having withdrawn, having revolted, having fallen away

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'aphistēmi', meaning 'to stand away from', 'to depart', 'to withdraw', or 'to revolt'. It implies a separation or a turning away from something or someone, often with a sense of abandonment or rebellion. It can be used to describe individuals or groups who have distanced themselves, either physically or ideologically, from a previous state, allegiance, or belief.

Inflection: Aorist Active Participle, Accusative, Masculine, Plural

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΧΩΡΕΩ, ΑΠΟΔΙΔΡΑΣΚΩ, ΑΠΟΛΕΙΠΩ

G3845

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-ra-BEE-nai

Translations: to transgress, to violate, to go beyond, to pass over, to step aside

Notes: This word is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'παραβαίνω' (parabainō). It means 'to transgress,' 'to violate,' or 'to go beyond' a boundary, rule, or command. It is often used in contexts of breaking laws or commandments, or stepping outside of what is permitted or proper. For example, one might 'παραβῆναι' a law or a covenant.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΑΘΕΤΕΩ, ΠΑΡΑΠΙΠΤΩ, ΠΑΡΑΚΟΥΩ

G0746

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ar-KHEE

Translations: beginning, a beginning, rule, a rule, ruler, a ruler, first, origin, a first, a ruler, dominion, a dominion, principality, a principality

Notes: This word refers to the beginning of something, the first in a series, or the origin. It can also denote a position of authority, rule, or dominion, and by extension, the person holding such authority (a ruler or magistrate). It is used to describe the starting point of time, a sequence, or a source of power.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΠΑΡΧΗ, ΚΕΦΑΛΗ, ΕΞΟΥΣΙΑ

Etymology: From the Proto-Indo-European root *h₂ergʰ-, meaning 'to begin, rule'. It is related to words signifying 'first' or 'chief'.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-GEH-neh-toh

Translations: it happened, it came to pass, it became, it was, it came into being

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist indicative middle/passive of the verb γίνομαι (ginomai). It signifies an event that occurred or a state that came into existence in the past. It is frequently used to introduce a new event or development in a narrative, often translated as 'it happened' or 'it came to pass'. It can also describe something becoming or being made into something else.

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

Synonyms: ΕΙΜΙ, ΥΠΑΡΧΩ

G2902

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: krah-tay-THEN-tahs

Translations: having been seized, having been arrested, having been held, those who were seized, those who were arrested

Notes: This word is a participle, indicating an action that has been completed in the past and whose effect continues. It is in the passive voice, meaning the subject of the verb is the one being acted upon, not the one performing the action. It describes someone or something that has been seized, arrested, or taken into custody.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Participle, Accusative, Masculine, Plural

Synonyms: ΣΥΛΛΗΦΘΕΝΤΑΣ, ΠΙΑΣΘΕΝΤΑΣ

G246

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: al-LO-foo-LOHN

Translations: of foreigners, of aliens, of other tribes, of other nations, of strange people

Notes: This word is a compound adjective or noun, meaning 'of another tribe or nation'. It refers to people who are not of the same race, tribe, or nationality as the speaker, often implying a sense of being foreign or alien. It is used to describe things belonging to or associated with such people.

Inflection: Genitive, Plural, Masculine or Feminine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΕΘΝΩΝ, ΞΕΝΩΝ, ΑΛΛΟΓΕΝΩΝ

Etymology: The word is a compound of two Greek words: ἄλλος (allos), meaning 'other' or 'another', and φυλή (phylē), meaning 'tribe' or 'race'.

G0005

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ahee-khma-loh-SEE-ah

Translations: captivity, a captivity, exile, a state of being captive

Notes: This word refers to the state of being held captive, often in war, or the condition of exile. It describes the act of being taken prisoner or the period of time spent in such a state. It is a compound word derived from 'αἰχμή' (spear) and 'ἁλίσκομαι' (to be captured), literally meaning 'captured by the spear'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑἸΧΜΑΛΩΤΕΙΑ, ΔΟΥΛΕΙΑ, ἈΠΟΙΚΙΑ

Etymology: The word ΑἸΧΜΑΛΩΣΙΑ is a compound noun formed from αἰχμή (aichmē), meaning 'spear' or 'point of a spear', and the verbal root ἁλίσκομαι (haliskomai), meaning 'to be captured' or 'to be taken'. Thus, it literally means 'capture by spear' or 'capture in war'.

G4045