2001 Translation

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: oh-ROH-sah

Translations: seeing, beholding, looking at, a seeing, a beholding

Notes: This word is the feminine nominative singular active participle of the verb 'ὁράω' (horao), meaning 'to see' or 'to behold'. As a participle, it describes an action performed by the subject, often functioning like an adjective or adverb. In context, it would describe a female subject who is in the act of seeing or beholding something.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine, Active, Participle

Synonyms: ΒΛΕΠΟΥΣΑ, ΘΕΩΡΟΥΣΑ

Etymology: The verb 'ὁράω' (horao) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to see'.

G0837

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: owk-sa-NO-me-non

Translations: growing, increasing, being increased, a growing thing, that which is growing

Notes: This word is a present passive participle derived from the verb 'αὐξάνω', meaning 'to grow' or 'to increase'. As a participle, it describes an ongoing action of being grown or increased. It can function like an adjective, modifying a noun, or like an adverb, describing how an action is performed. In this form, it refers to something that is in the process of growing or being made larger.

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

Synonyms: ΜΕΓΑΛΥΝΟΜΕΝΟΝ, ΠΛΗΘΥΝΟΜΕΝΟΝ

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.

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.

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.

G4199

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: por-THOO-nah

Translations: destroying, plundering, ravaging, laying waste

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'πορθέω', which means to destroy, lay waste, or plunder. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that is ongoing or simultaneous with the main verb. In this form, it describes someone or something that is in the act of destroying or plundering.

Inflection: Present Active Participle, Accusative, Masculine, Singular

Synonyms: ΕΚΠΟΡΘΕΩ, ΛΗΙΖΟΜΑΙ, ΚΑΤΑΛΥΩ

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.

G2192

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: EKH-on-tah

Translations: having, holding, possessing, keeping, holding fast, the one having

Notes: This word is a present active participle, meaning 'having' or 'holding'. It describes an ongoing action of possession or holding. It can function adjectivally, describing a noun that 'has' something, or adverbially, indicating the manner in which an action is performed (e.g., 'while having'). In the provided examples, it describes things that 'do not have' a leader, trees 'having' branches, and 'the one having' all power.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΕΧΟΝΤΑ, ΚΕΚΤΗΜΕΝΟΝ

G4007

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: peh-ree-ee-DEIN

Translations: overlook, disregard, permit, allow, tolerate

Notes: This word is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'periorao'. It means to overlook, disregard, or permit something to happen, often implying a failure to act or intervene when one should. It can be used in contexts where someone allows a situation to continue without interference, or neglects to take notice of something.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΕΑΩ, ΠΑΡΙΗΜΙ, ΑΦΙΗΜΙ

Etymology: The word ΠΕΡΙΟΡΑΩ is a compound verb formed from the preposition ΠΕΡΙ (peri), meaning 'around' or 'concerning', and the verb ΟΡΑΩ (horao), meaning 'to see'. Thus, it literally means 'to see around' or 'to look over', which evolved into the sense of overlooking or disregarding.

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.

G1097

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eg-NOH

Translations: knew, recognized, understood, perceived

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb 'γινώσκω' (ginōskō), meaning 'to know' or 'to come to know'. It describes an action of knowing or recognizing that occurred in the past, often implying a completed or definite act of gaining knowledge or understanding. It can be used in sentences like 'he knew' or 'she recognized'.

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

Synonyms: ΟΙΔΑ, ΕΠΙΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ

G3778

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective

Sounds like: TOO-ton

Translations: this, this one, him, it

Notes: This word is a demonstrative pronoun or adjective, used to point out something specific that is near in proximity, time, or thought, or something that has just been mentioned. As a pronoun, it can stand in for a noun, meaning 'this one' or 'him/it'. As an adjective, it modifies a noun, meaning 'this' (e.g., 'this house'). In this form, it is masculine singular and in the accusative case, meaning it functions as the direct object of a verb or the object of certain prepositions.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΟΔΕ, ΕΚΕΙΝΟΝ

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'.

G5607

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ON-tah

Translations: being, existing, things that are, beings, real things

Notes: This word is the present active participle of the verb 'to be' (εἰμί). It describes something that is or exists. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or a noun, indicating a state of being or existence. It can refer to 'those who are' or 'things that are', depending on the context and gender.

Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter Plural; or Accusative, Masculine or Feminine, Plural

Synonyms: ὙΠΑΡΧΟΝΤΑ, ΓΙΝΟΜΕΝΑ

Etymology: The word εἰμί (eimi) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *h₁es- meaning 'to be'. It is a fundamental verb in many Indo-European languages.

G4311

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: poh-THOO-nah

Translations: longing, desiring, yearning, craving, missing

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'potheō', meaning 'to long for' or 'to desire intensely'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing someone who is longing or desiring something. It can be used to describe a person or thing that is experiencing a strong yearning or a deep sense of missing someone or something.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine, Present, Active, Participle

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΠΟΘΟΥΝΤΑ, ΟΡΕΓΟΜΕΝΟΝ, ΕΠΙΘΥΜΟΥΝΤΑ

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: geh-NO-meh-non

Translations: having become, having happened, having been, having been born, that which has come into being, a thing that has happened

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'ginomai', meaning 'to become' or 'to happen'. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred. It can function as an adjective, describing a noun, or as a noun itself, referring to 'that which has come into being' or 'a thing that has happened'. It implies a state of being or an event that has taken place.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle Voice, Participle, Nominative or Accusative, Singular, Neuter

Synonyms: ΓΕΓΟΝΟΣ, ΕΓΕΝΕΤΟ

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'.

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'.

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'.

G1909

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: ep

Translations: on, upon, over, to, against, at, in, for, by, before, among, concerning, with

Notes: This word is a preposition, often used as a prefix in compound words. It is a shortened form of the preposition ἘΠΙ (epi), which loses its final vowel when the next word begins with a vowel and a rough breathing mark. Its precise meaning varies significantly depending on the case of the noun it governs: with the genitive, it often means 'on, upon, over' (of place) or 'at, during' (of time); with the dative, it can mean 'on, at, by' (of place), 'in addition to', or 'for, because of'; and with the accusative, it typically means 'to, toward, against' (of motion) or 'over, upon' (of extent).

Inflection: Does not inflect (preposition)

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ὙΠΕΡ, ΠΑΡΑ

Etymology: The word ἘΠΙ (epi) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'on, at, near'.

G1849

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eks-OR-may-sen

Translations: rushed out, set out, departed, went forth

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to rush out, set out, or depart, often with a sense of urgency or force. It describes an action of moving quickly from one place to another, typically from within to without. It can be used to describe people or animals setting forth on a journey or an attack.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ἈΠΈΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ἘΚΒΑΊΝΩ, ΠΟΡΕΎΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word ἘΞΟΡΜΆΩ (exhormaō) is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἘΞ (ex), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the verb ὉΡΜΆΩ (hormaō), meaning 'to set in motion', 'to rush', or 'to urge on'.

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.

G584

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ah-po-DEIK-sah-sah

Translations: having shown, having demonstrated, having appointed, having declared, having proved

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb 'apodeiknymi'. It describes an action completed in the past by the subject, functioning like an adjective or adverb to modify a noun or verb. It means 'having shown' or 'having demonstrated' something, or 'having appointed' someone to a position. For example, it could be used in a sentence like 'The woman, having shown her skill, was promoted.'

Inflection: Aorist Active Participle, Singular, Feminine, Nominative

Synonyms: ΔΕΙΞΑΣΑ, ἘΠΙΔΕΙΞΑΣΑ

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: KHEL-kee-ahn

Translations: Chelkias, Helkias

Notes: This is a proper noun, a masculine name. It refers to a specific individual, likely a historical figure, as seen in the provided context where 'Chelkias' is appointed as a leader or general. Proper nouns like this are used to identify unique persons, places, or things.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine

Etymology: The name Χελκίας (Chelkias) is of Semitic origin, likely derived from a Hebrew name such as Hilkiah (חִלְקִיָּהוּ), meaning 'my portion is Yahweh' or 'Yahweh is my portion'. It was a common name in ancient times, particularly among Jewish people.

G0367

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ah-nah-NEE-ahn

Translations: Ananias

Notes: Ananias is a common Hebrew name (Hananiah) meaning 'Yahweh has been gracious' or 'the Lord is gracious'. It appears in the New Testament as the name of several individuals, including a member of the early Christian community in Jerusalem who, along with his wife Sapphira, was struck dead for lying to the Holy Spirit, and a high priest who presided over Paul's trial. It is used to refer to a specific male individual.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine

Etymology: The name Ananias is of Hebrew origin, derived from the Hebrew name Hananiah (חֲנַנְיָה), meaning 'Yahweh has been gracious'. It was a common name in the Hellenistic period.

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).

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.

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.

G4183

Part of Speech: Adjective, Adverb

Sounds like: POL-lah

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΠΛΕΙΩΝ, ΙΚΑΝΟΣ

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.

G1242

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: dee-ah-THEH-kas

Translations: covenants, testaments, wills

Notes: This word refers to a solemn agreement, often a divine covenant between God and humanity, or a legal last will and testament. It signifies a binding arrangement or disposition. In the context of the Bible, it frequently refers to the Old and New Covenants.

Inflection: Accusative, Plural, Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΘΗΚΗ, ΟΡΚΟΣ

Etymology: From the verb διατίθημι (diatithēmi), meaning 'to dispose, arrange, make a covenant or will'. It is a compound of διά (dia), meaning 'through, apart', and τίθημι (tithēmi), meaning 'to place, set'.

G3992

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: PEM-psah-sah

Translations: having sent, sending, dispatching, escorting

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 while retaining verbal qualities, indicating an action that has already occurred or is occurring. It describes someone who has performed the action of sending or dispatching. For example, it could be used in a sentence like 'the woman, having sent a letter, waited for a reply'.

Inflection: Aorist Active Participle, Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΣΤΕΛΛΩ, ΕΞΑΠΟΣΤΕΛΛΩ

G3908

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: par-EH-theh-toh

Translations: he deposited, she deposited, it deposited, he entrusted, she entrusted, it entrusted, he set before, she set before, it set before, he laid before, she laid before, it laid before, he committed, she committed, it committed

Notes: This word is the third person singular, aorist indicative middle/passive form of the verb 'παρατίθημι'. It means to place beside, to set before (as food), to deposit, or to entrust something to someone. In the middle voice, it often implies an action done for oneself or with a personal interest, such as entrusting one's own possessions. In the passive voice, it means to be deposited or entrusted.

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

Synonyms: ΤΙΘΗΜΙ, ΕΠΙΤΙΘΗΜΙ, ΑΠΟΤΙΘΗΜΙ

Etymology: The word 'παρατίθημι' is a compound verb formed from the preposition 'παρά' (para), meaning 'beside' or 'alongside', and the verb 'τίθημι' (tithēmi), meaning 'to put' or 'to place'.

G2753

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: keh-LEH-oo-sah-sah

Translations: having commanded, having ordered, having urged, having bidden

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'κελεύω', meaning 'to command' or 'to order'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective while retaining verbal characteristics, indicating an action that has already occurred. It describes a feminine singular subject who has performed the action of commanding or ordering.

Inflection: Aorist Active Participle, Nominative, Singular, Feminine

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΤΑΣΣΩ, ΠΡΟΣΤΑΤΤΩ, ΕΝΤΕΛΛΟΜΑΙ

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'.

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.

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: ow-TEH

Translations: she, herself, to her, for her, of her, her, it, itself, to it, for it, of it, its, they, them, themselves

Notes: This word is a form of the pronoun 'autos', meaning 'self' or 'same'. It can function as a personal pronoun (he, she, it, they), a reflexive pronoun (himself, herself, itself, themselves), or an intensive pronoun (the very, the same). Its specific meaning depends on its case, number, and gender, and the context of the sentence.

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

Etymology: The word 'autos' (from which 'autē' is derived) comes from Proto-Indo-European *h₁ew-to-, a pronominal stem. It is related to other pronouns and demonstratives in various Indo-European languages.

G4410

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ptoh-leh-MAH-ee-dah

Translations: Ptolemais

Notes: Ptolemais is the name of an ancient city, located on the coast of Phoenicia (modern-day Acre, Israel). It was a significant port city in the Hellenistic and Roman periods. It is used in sentences to refer to the city itself, often as a destination or location.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Etymology: The name Ptolemais is derived from the Greek personal name Ptolemy (Πτολεμαῖος), a common name among the Hellenistic kings of Egypt, particularly Ptolemy II Philadelphus, who refounded and renamed the city.

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.

G1209

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: deh-xah-MEH-non

Translations: of those who received, of those who welcomed, of those who accepted, of those who took, of those who entertained

Notes: This word is an aorist middle participle, meaning 'having received' or 'having welcomed'. It describes an action completed in the past by the subject, with the subject being the one who performs the action and also experiences the result (middle voice). It is used to refer to a group of people who performed the action of receiving or welcoming.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle Voice, Participle, Genitive, Plural, Masculine, Feminine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΛΑΜΒΑΝΟΝΤΩΝ, ΥΠΟΔΕΞΑΜΕΝΩΝ

G4147

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: po-li-or-KEI

Translations: he besieges, she besieges, it besieges, he lays siege to, she lays siege to, it lays siege to

Notes: This word is a verb meaning "to besiege" or "to lay siege to." It describes the act of surrounding a place, such as a city or fortress, with armed forces in order to capture it. It is often used in historical or military contexts to describe an army's actions against a fortified location.

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

Synonyms: ΠΕΡΙΚΑΘΙΖΩ, ΚΥΚΛΟΩ

Etymology: The word is a compound of πόλις (POLIS), meaning "city," and ἕρκος (HERKOS), meaning "fence, enclosure," or εἴργω (EIRGO), meaning "to shut in, confine." Thus, it literally means "to shut in a city" or "to encircle a city."

G0565

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: ap-el-THOHN

Translations: having gone away, having departed, having gone, having left

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'aperchomai', meaning 'to go away' or 'to depart'. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred or is completed, often functioning adverbially to modify the main verb in a sentence. It indicates that the subject has performed the action of going away before or concurrently with the action of the main verb.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Masculine, Nominative, Singular

Synonyms: ΕΞΕΛΘΩΝ, ΥΠΑΓΩΝ

G3633

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: OY-oh-MEH-nos

Translations: thinking, supposing, imagining, believing

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'to think' or 'to suppose'. It describes someone who is currently thinking, supposing, or imagining something. It is often used to indicate a person's belief or opinion about a situation.

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

Synonyms: ΝΟΜΙΖΩ, ἩΓΕΟΜΑΙ, ΔΟΚΕΩ

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

G2756

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: keh-NANE

Translations: empty, a empty, vain, a vain, worthless, a worthless, without effect, a without effect

Notes: This word describes something as empty, hollow, or devoid of content. It can refer to physical emptiness, or metaphorically to something that is useless, vain, or without purpose or effect. It is often used to describe a state of being or a condition.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΜΑΤΑΙΟΣ, ΑΡΓΟΣ, ΑΝΩΦΕΛΗΣ

Etymology: The word ΚΕΝΟΣ (kenos) is of uncertain origin, possibly related to the concept of 'gaping' or 'open'.

G1510

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: OO-san

Translations: being, existing, that is, that exists

Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'to be'. As a participle, it describes something that is 'being' or 'existing' at the time of the action. It functions like an adjective, modifying a noun, or can be used substantively (as a noun). In this form, it is feminine, singular, and in the accusative case, meaning it would be the direct object of a verb or the object of a preposition, referring to a feminine noun.

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

Etymology: The verb ΕἸΜΙ (eimi) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to be' or 'to exist'. It is one of the most fundamental verbs in the Greek language.

G2722

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kath-EX-ayn

Translations: to hold fast, to possess, to occupy, to restrain, to hold back, to keep, to seize, to take possession of

Notes: This word is the future active infinitive form of the verb 'κατέχω' (katechō). It means 'to hold fast,' 'to possess,' 'to occupy,' or 'to restrain.' It can be used to describe physically holding something, or metaphorically holding onto a belief or position. It can also imply taking possession of a place or restraining someone or something.

Inflection: Future, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΕΧΩ, ΚΡΑΤΕΩ, ΚΑΤΑΣΧΩ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek κατά (kata, 'down, against') and ἔχω (echō, 'to have, to hold'). It literally means 'to hold down' or 'to hold against'.

G1233

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-ah-mar-TAH-nee

Translations: to miss the mark, to err, to fail, to go wrong, to make a mistake

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from 'διά' (through, apart) and 'ἁμαρτάνω' (to miss the mark, to sin). It means to miss the mark completely, to err significantly, or to fail in an objective. It describes an action where one deviates from the correct path or outcome, often implying a failure to achieve a goal or a moral lapse.

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Present Tense, Indicative Mood, Active Voice

Synonyms: ΑΜΑΡΤΑΝΩ, ΠΛΑΝΑΩ, ΑΠΟΤΥΓΧΑΝΩ

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'.

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.

G4845

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soon-eh-BEH

Translations: it happened, it came to pass, it occurred, it befell

Notes: This is an impersonal verb form meaning 'it happened' or 'it occurred'. It describes an event or circumstance that took place, often used to introduce a consequence or a development in a narrative. It is typically used in the third person singular.

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

Synonyms: ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ, ΕΓΕΝΕΤΟ, ΑΠΟΒΑΙΝΩ

Etymology: The word συμβαίνω (symbainō) is a compound word formed from the preposition σύν (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and the verb βαίνω (bainō), meaning 'to go' or 'to step'. Thus, it literally means 'to go together' or 'to come together', which evolved into the meaning 'to happen' or 'to occur'.

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'.

G2232

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: hay-geh-MO-nohn

Translations: of leaders, of rulers, of governors, of commanders

Notes: This word refers to those who lead, rule, or command. It is used to describe individuals in positions of authority, such as governors, military commanders, or heads of state. It is a genitive plural form, indicating possession or relationship, often translated as 'of leaders' or 'belonging to rulers'.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΡΧΟΝΤΩΝ, ΚΥΡΙΩΝ, ΔΥΝΑΣΤΩΝ

Etymology: From the verb ἡγέομαι (hēgeomai), meaning 'to lead, to guide, to think, to consider'.

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'.

G1377

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: dee-OH-kon-tah

Translations: pursuing, persecuting, chasing, following, running after, striving after, pressing on

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'διώκω'. It describes an action of pursuing, chasing, or following, often with intensity or purpose. It can refer to physically chasing someone or something, or metaphorically striving after a goal, like righteousness. It can also mean to persecute or harass someone.

Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Accusative, Masculine or Neuter, Singular; or Nominative, Accusative, or Vocative, Neuter, Plural

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑΔΙΩΚΩ, ΚΥΝΗΓΕΩ

Etymology: The word 'διώκω' comes from an ancient root meaning 'to run swiftly' or 'to put to flight'.

G0191

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: ah-koo-SAH-sah

Translations: having heard, hearing, a hearing, a having heard

Notes: This word is a feminine singular aorist active participle of the verb 'ἀκούω' (akouō), meaning 'to hear' or 'to listen'. It describes an action that has been completed before the main action of the sentence, and it refers to a female subject. It can be translated as 'having heard' or simply 'hearing' in context.

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΕΧΟΥΣΑ, ΕΝΩΤΙΖΟΜΕΝΗ

G2029

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ep-ee-KHEI-ray-sin

Translations: undertaking, an undertaking, attempt, an attempt, enterprise, an enterprise, attack, an attack

Notes: This word refers to an undertaking, an attempt, or an enterprise. It can also denote an attack or an assault. It describes an action or project that is initiated or put into motion, often with a specific goal or objective in mind. It is used to describe a planned course of action.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΡΑΓΜΑ, ΕΡΓΟΝ, ΒΟΥΛΗ

Etymology: The word ἘΠΙΧΕΙΡΗΣΙΣ (epicheirēsis) comes from the verb ἐπιχειρέω (epicheireō), meaning 'to put one's hand to, undertake, attempt'. This verb is a compound of ἐπί (epi), meaning 'upon, to', and χείρ (cheir), meaning 'hand'.

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.

G4328

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pros-eh-DOH-kah

Translations: I was expecting, I expected, I waited for, I looked for

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to expect', 'to wait for', or 'to look for'. It implies a state of anticipation or looking forward to something, often with a sense of certainty or strong belief that it will happen. It is used to describe an action that was ongoing or completed in the past.

Inflection: First Person Singular, Imperfect Indicative, Active Voice

Synonyms: ΑΠΕΚΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΠΡΟΣΜΕΝΩ, ΠΡΟΣΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word προσδοκάω (prosdokao) is a compound word formed from the preposition πρός (pros), meaning 'to' or 'towards', and the verb δοκάω (dokao), which is related to δοκέω (dokeo), meaning 'to seem' or 'to think'. Thus, it literally means 'to think towards' or 'to look towards', leading to the sense of expecting or anticipating.

G4391

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pro-keh-KHO-ree-ken

Translations: has gone forward, has advanced, has progressed, has succeeded, has come to pass

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from πρό (pro, 'before, forward') and χωρέω (chōreō, 'to go, make room'). In the perfect active indicative, it means 'to have gone forward,' 'to have advanced,' or 'to have progressed.' It can also imply success or the accomplishment of something, meaning 'to have succeeded' or 'to have come to pass.' It describes a completed action with ongoing results or a current state resulting from a past action.

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Perfect Active Indicative

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΒΑΙΝΩ, ΠΡΟΚΟΠΤΩ

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

G3313

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: MEH-ross

Translations: part, a part, share, a share, portion, a portion, region, a region, side, a side

Notes: This word refers to a part, share, or portion of something. It can also denote a region or a side. It is commonly used to indicate a division or segment of a whole, or a specific area or direction.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΜΟΙΡΑ, ΚΛΗΡΟΣ, ΤΜΗΜΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *smer- 'to allot, assign'. It is related to the verb μείρομαι (meiromai), meaning 'to receive one's share'.

G1544

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ex-EH-bah-len

Translations: he cast out, he threw out, he drove out, he sent out, he expelled

Notes: This word is an inflected form of the verb ἐκβάλλω (ekballō), which means to cast out, throw out, drive out, or send out. It describes the action of forcefully removing someone or something from a place, position, or state. It can be used in various contexts, such as expelling demons, sending out workers, or throwing something away.

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

Synonyms: ΡΙΠΤΩ, ΕΞΑΓΩ, ΕΚΠΕΜΠΩ

G5561

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KHO-ras

Translations: of a country, of a region, of a land, of a place, of the country, of the region, of the land, of the place, countries, regions, lands, places

Notes: This word refers to a country, region, land, or place. It is often used to denote a specific geographical area or territory. In its genitive singular form, it indicates possession or origin, such as 'of a country' or 'from a region'. It can also function as the nominative or accusative plural, meaning 'countries' or 'regions'.

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

Synonyms: ΤΟΠΟΣ, ΓΗ

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'.

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.

G5290

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: hoo-pos-TREP-sas

Translations: having returned, returning, turned back

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'to return' or 'to turn back'. It describes an action that has already occurred or is occurring, often indicating the subject's movement back to a previous location or state. It functions like an adjective, modifying a noun or pronoun, and can be translated as 'having returned' or 'returning', depending on the context.

Inflection: Aorist Active Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Singular

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΣΤΡΕΦΩ, ΑΝΑΚΑΜΠΤΩ

G5493

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: khee-MOH-nah

Translations: winter, a winter, storm, a storm, tempest, a tempest

Notes: This word refers to the season of winter, but it can also denote a storm or tempest, especially one characterized by cold, rain, or wind. It is often used to describe harsh weather conditions or a period of difficulty. In a sentence, it might be used to describe the weather, such as 'the winter is coming,' or metaphorically, 'they endured a great storm.'

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΘΥΕΛΛΑ, ΚΑΤΑΙΓΙΣ, ΧΕΙΜΑΡΡΟΣ

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.

G1048

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: GAH-zay

Translations: Gaza

Notes: Gaza is the name of an ancient city located in the southwestern part of Canaan, near the Mediterranean coast. It was one of the five principal cities of the Philistines and is frequently mentioned in the Old Testament and New Testament. It is used as a geographical reference.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Genitive or Dative or Accusative, Feminine

Etymology: The name 'Gaza' is of Semitic origin, likely from a root meaning 'strong' or 'fortress'. It has been known by this name since ancient times.

G3778

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun

Sounds like: TOO-toh

Translations: (to) this, (for) this, (by) this, (in) this, (with) this

Notes: This word is a demonstrative pronoun meaning 'this' or 'that'. In its dative singular form, as 'ΤΟΥΤΩ', it indicates the indirect object of an action, or the means, instrument, or location. It can be translated as 'to this', 'for this', 'by this', 'in this', or 'with this', depending on the context. It points to something specific that is near or recently mentioned.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΟΔΕ, ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ

G4147

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: poh-lee-or-KEE-as

Translations: of a siege, of a blockade

Notes: This word refers to the act of besieging a city or fortress, or the state of being under siege. It describes the military operation where an army surrounds a place to cut off supplies and force its surrender. In the provided context, it refers to the duration or process of a siege.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΟΛΙΟΡΚΗΣΙΣ, ΠΟΛΙΟΡΚΙΑ

Etymology: The word is a compound derived from the Greek words πόλις (polis), meaning 'city', and ἕρκος (herkos), meaning 'fence' or 'enclosure', referring to the act of enclosing a city.

G223

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ah-lek-SAN-droo

Translations: of Alexander

Notes: This is the genitive form of the proper noun 'Alexander'. It refers to a person named Alexander, most notably Alexander the Great, the Macedonian king who conquered much of the ancient world. It is used to indicate possession or origin, similar to 'Alexander's' or 'belonging to Alexander' in English.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Etymology: From the Greek name Alexandros, meaning 'defender of mankind' or 'protector of men'. It is a compound of 'alexein' (to defend, help) and 'aner' (man, male).

G4022

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: peh-ree-el-THON-toss

Translations: of having gone around, of having traveled around, of having encompassed, of having surrounded, of having come around, of having wandered about

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle, meaning 'having gone around' or 'having traveled around'. It describes an action completed in the past, and it functions like an adjective, modifying a noun or pronoun. It can also be used substantively, meaning 'the one who went around'. It is a compound word formed from the preposition περί (peri), meaning 'around', and the verb ἔρχομαι (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go'.

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

Synonyms: ΠΕΡΙΒΑΛΟΝΤΟΣ, ΠΕΡΙΟΔΕΥΣΑΝΤΟΣ

G3697

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: oh-POY-ahs

Translations: of what sort, of what kind, of what nature, of what manner, such as, of whatever kind

Notes: This word is a relative pronoun or adjective, meaning 'of what sort' or 'of what kind'. It is used to refer back to a previously mentioned noun, describing its quality or nature. It can be translated as 'such as' or 'of whatever kind' depending on the context. It is a compound word formed from the interrogative pronoun 'ποῖος' (poios, 'of what kind?') and the relative pronoun 'ὅς' (hos, 'who, which').

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΟΙΟΣ, ΠΟΙΟΣ

Etymology: From the relative pronoun ὅς (hos, 'who, which') and the interrogative pronoun ποῖος (poios, 'of what kind?'). It refers to a quality or kind, often in a relative sense.

G0514

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: AX-ee-on

Translations: worthy, deserving, fitting, proper, a worthy thing, a fitting thing

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'worthy,' 'deserving,' or 'fitting.' It is used to describe something or someone that is of appropriate value, merit, or suitability for a particular purpose or situation. It can be used to say that something is 'worthy of' something else, often followed by a genitive case.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΕΥΛΟΓΟΣ, ΠΡΕΠΩΝ, ΔΙΚΑΙΟΣ

Etymology: The word ἈΞΙΟΣ (axios) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *ag- meaning 'to drive, draw, move'. It is related to the idea of weighing or balancing, thus leading to the sense of 'having weight' or 'being worthy'.

G3958

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: peh-PON-thoh-tah

Translations: having suffered, having experienced, those who have suffered, those who have experienced

Notes: This word is a perfect active participle of the verb 'ΠΑΣΧΩ' (paschō), meaning 'to suffer' or 'to experience'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or a noun, describing someone or something that has undergone an action. In this form, it refers to 'those who have suffered' or 'those who have experienced' something.

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

Synonyms: ΠΑΘΟΝΤΑΣ, ΥΠΟΜΕΙΝΑΝΤΑΣ

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.

G2610

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: kah-tah-foo-GAYS

Translations: of refuge, of flight, of a place of refuge, of an asylum, of a shelter

Notes: This word refers to a place of refuge, asylum, or shelter. It describes a location or state that provides safety and protection from danger or pursuit. It is often used in contexts where someone is seeking safety or fleeing from harm.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΣΥΛΟΝ, ΣΚΕΠΗ, ΦΥΓΗ

Etymology: The word ΚΑΤΑΦΥΓΗ (kataphygē) is a compound word formed from the preposition κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and the verb φεύγω (pheugō), meaning 'to flee' or 'to escape'. Thus, it literally means 'a fleeing down' or 'a place to flee to'.

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.

G2141

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: yoo-po-ROON-tah

Translations: being prosperous, having resources, being well-off, being wealthy, being able to provide, being able to furnish

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'euporeō', meaning 'to be prosperous' or 'to have resources'. It describes someone or something that is currently in a state of having ample means, being well-supplied, or being able to provide for themselves or others. It can be used to describe individuals who are wealthy or groups that are well-resourced.

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

Synonyms: ΠΛΟΥΤΟΥΝΤΑ, ΕΧΟΝΤΑ, ΠΕΡΙΟΥΣΙΑΖΟΝΤΑ

Etymology: The word 'euporeō' is a compound word formed from 'eu' (εὖ), meaning 'well' or 'good', and 'poros' (πόρος), meaning 'passage', 'way', or 'means'. Thus, it literally means 'having a good way' or 'having good means', leading to the sense of being prosperous or resourceful.

G4823

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soon-eh-boo-LEH-oo-on

Translations: they were advising, they advised, they were counseling, they counseled

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to advise' or 'to counsel'. It describes the action of giving advice or consulting with someone. In this form, it indicates that a group of people (they) were in the process of advising or counseling, or that they did so in the past. It is a compound word formed from 'σύν' (together with) and 'βουλεύω' (to counsel, to plan).

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

Synonyms: ΒΟΥΛΕΥΩ, ΠΑΡΑΙΝΕΩ, ΣΥΝΙΣΤΗΜΙ

Etymology: The word συμβουλεύω (symbouleuō) is derived from the prefix σύν (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and the verb βουλεύω (bouleuō), meaning 'to counsel' or 'to plan'. It literally means 'to counsel together' or 'to take counsel with'.

G2983

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: lah-BANE

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

Notes: This word is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'λαμβάνω' (lambanō), meaning 'to take' or 'to receive'. As an infinitive, it functions like the English 'to take' or 'to receive', indicating the action itself without specifying a subject or tense, often used after other verbs or prepositions. It can refer to physically taking something, receiving a gift or information, or grasping a concept.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΟΜΙΖΩ, ΑΙΡΕΩ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *slegh- ('to seize, to take'). In Greek, it developed into 'λαμβάνω', meaning 'to take, to grasp, to receive'.

G1904

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ep-el-THOO-see

Translations: having come upon, having come over, having come, having arrived, having approached, having attacked

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'eperchomai', meaning 'to come upon' or 'to come over'. It describes an action that has already occurred, indicating something that has arrived, approached, or even attacked. It is often used to describe the arrival of an event, a person, or a state, such as a time of trouble or a necessity.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Feminine, Singular, Dative

Synonyms: ΕΛΘΟΥΣΗ, ΠΑΡΟΥΣΗ, ΠΡΟΣΕΛΘΟΥΣΗ

G2722

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tas-KHEIN

Translations: to hold fast, to restrain, to possess, to occupy, to hold back, to keep, to seize, to take possession of, to detain, to retain

Notes: This word is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'κατέχω' (katechō). It generally means to hold something firmly, to possess it, or to restrain it. It can also imply seizing or taking possession of something, or detaining someone or something. Its meaning can vary slightly depending on the context, often conveying the idea of maintaining control or preventing movement.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΚΡΑΤΕΩ, ΕΧΩ, ΚΩΛΥΩ

G1762

Part of Speech: Adverb, Verb

Sounds like: EH-nee

Translations: there is, there are, it is possible, it is lawful, it is present, it is in

Notes: ΕΝΙ is an enclitic adverbial form of the verb εἰμί (eimi), meaning 'to be'. It typically translates to 'there is' or 'there are', indicating existence or presence. It can also convey the meaning 'it is possible' or 'it is lawful'. In some contexts, it functions as an adverb meaning 'in' or 'within', often implying 'it is in' or 'it is present in'. It is a common word in Koine Greek, used to express existence or possibility.

Inflection: Third person singular, present indicative, active, enclitic form of εἰμί (eimi)

Synonyms: ΕΣΤΙΝ, ΥΠΑΡΧΕΙ

G5118

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: toh-SOO-toh

Translations: so great, so much, so large, so far, to such an extent, a thing so great

Notes: This word is an adjective that indicates a quantity, degree, or extent. It means 'so great' or 'so much' and is used to emphasize the magnitude of something. It can also be used adverbially to mean 'to such an extent' or 'so far'. For example, it might describe how much something has grown or how far a situation has progressed.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΤΟΣΟΣ, ΤΗΛΙΚΟΥΤΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΤΟΣΟΥΤΟΣ is derived from the demonstrative pronoun ΤΟΣΟΣ (meaning 'so much, so great') combined with the suffix -ΟΥΤΟΣ, which intensifies the demonstrative meaning.

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.

G0018

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: ah-ga-THON

Translations: of good, of good things, of good people, of benefits

Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the adjective 'ἈΓΑΘΟΣ', meaning 'good'. When used in the plural and genitive case, it often refers to 'good things', 'benefits', or 'good people'. It describes the quality of something or someone being inherently good, beneficial, or virtuous. For example, it can be used to speak of the source or possession of good things.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine, Feminine, Neuter

Synonyms: ΚΑΛΩΝ, ΧΡΗΣΤΩΝ

Etymology: The word 'ἈΓΑΘΟΣ' is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek. It is a common term in ancient Greek for 'good' in various senses.

G2749

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: KEE-meh-non

Translations: lying, laid, set, placed, a thing laid, a thing set

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle derived from the verb ΚΕΙΜΑΙ, meaning 'to lie' or 'to be laid'. As a participle, it describes something that has been laid or set down and remains in that state. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun, or substantively, referring to 'that which is laid' or 'a thing laid'.

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

Synonyms: ΤΙΘΕΜΕΝΟΝ, ΕΣΤΗΚΟΣ

Etymology: The verb ΚΕΙΜΑΙ comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *ḱey- meaning 'to lie, settle, be at home'. It is related to words meaning 'bed' or 'couch' in other Indo-European languages.

G0367

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ah-nah-NEE-ahs

Translations: Ananias

Notes: Ananias is a proper noun, a male personal name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'Yahweh has been gracious' or 'the Lord is gracious'. It refers to several individuals in the Bible, including a member of the early Christian community in Jerusalem who, along with his wife Sapphira, died after lying to the Holy Spirit about money from a sale of property, and a high priest who presided over Paul's trial. It is used to refer to a specific person.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Etymology: The name Ananias is derived from the Hebrew name Hananiah (חֲנַנְיָה), which means 'Yahweh has been gracious' or 'the Lord is gracious'. It is a common name in the Old Testament and continued to be used in the New Testament period.

G4823

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soon-eh-voo-LEH-oo-seh

Translations: he advised, he counseled, he consulted, he deliberated

Notes: This word is the aorist active indicative third person singular form of the verb συμβουλεύω (symbouleuō), meaning "to advise," "to counsel," or "to consult with." It describes an action of giving advice or deliberating, completed in the past. It can be used to describe someone offering guidance to another, or a group of people discussing and making a decision together.

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

Synonyms: ΒΟΥΛΕΥΩ, ΠΑΡΑΙΝΕΩ

Etymology: The word συμβουλεύω (symbouleuō) is a compound word formed from the preposition σύν (syn), meaning "with" or "together," and the verb βουλεύω (bouleuō), meaning "to take counsel" or "to deliberate." The root βουλεύω comes from βουλή (boulē), meaning "will," "counsel," or "plan."

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

G1727

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun, Adverb

Sounds like: eh-NAN-tee-ah

Translations: opposite, contrary, hostile, an adversary, a contrary thing, an opposite thing, against, in opposition to

Notes: This word describes something that is opposite, contrary, or hostile. It can be used as an adjective to modify a noun, or as a noun itself to refer to an adversary or opponent. When used with a preposition, it can function adverbially to mean 'against' or 'in opposition to'. For example, 'ἐκ ἐναντίας' means 'from the opposite side' or 'in opposition'.

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

Synonyms: ΑΝΤΙΚΕΙΜΕΝΟΣ, ΕΧΘΡΟΣ, ΑΝΤΙΔΙΚΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΕΝΑΝΤΙΟΣ (enantios) comes from the Greek preposition ἐν (en), meaning 'in', and ἀντίος (antios), meaning 'set against' or 'opposite'. It describes something that is in opposition or contrary to something else.

G3004

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: leh-GOHN

Translations: saying, speaking, telling

Notes: ΛΕΓΩΝ is the present active participle of the verb λέγω (legō), meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. It is commonly used to introduce direct or indirect speech, functioning similarly to 'saying' or 'speaking' in English. For example, it might be translated as 'he came saying...' or 'they decreed, speaking...'. It describes an ongoing action of speaking or declaring.

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

Synonyms: ΛΑΛΩΝ, ΦΩΝΩΝ, ΕΡΩΝ

Etymology: The word λέγω (legō) comes from Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'to collect, gather, pick out'. In Greek, it evolved to mean 'to speak' or 'to say', perhaps from the idea of 'picking out words'.

G0094

Part of Speech: Adjective, Adverb

Sounds like: ah-DIH-kah

Translations: unjust things, unrighteous things, wrong things, unjustly, wrongly

Notes: This word can function as an adjective meaning 'unjust' or 'unrighteous', or as an adverb meaning 'unjustly' or 'wrongly'. When used as an adjective, it describes things that are not right or fair. When used as an adverb, it describes an action performed in an unjust or wrong manner. For example, 'doing unjust things' or 'acting unjustly'.

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

Synonyms: ἈΝΟΜΑ, ΠΟΝΗΡΑ, ΚΑΚΑ

Etymology: The word ἈΔΙΚΟΣ (adikos) is a compound word formed from the privative alpha (α-) meaning 'not' or 'without', and ΔΙΚΗ (dikē) meaning 'justice' or 'right'. Thus, it literally means 'without justice' or 'unjust'.

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).

G4849

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: sym-MAKH-on

Translations: ally, a helper, a fellow fighter, a confederate, a supporter

Notes: This word describes someone who fights alongside another, an ally, or a helper. It can be used as an adjective to describe something that is allied or helpful, or as a noun to refer to an ally or a confederate. It is a compound word formed from 'σύν' (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and 'μάχομαι' (machomai), meaning 'to fight'.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΒΟΗΘΟΣ, ΣΥΝΕΡΓΟΣ

G0851

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-fai-REH-seh-tai

Translations: will take away, will remove, will cut off, will deprive

Notes: This word means to take away, remove, or cut off. It is often used in contexts where something is being separated or someone is being deprived of something. It can refer to physical removal or the removal of rights or possessions.

Inflection: Future, Middle or Passive Voice, Indicative, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ἈΠΟΚΟΠΤΩ, ἈΦΑΝΙΖΩ, ἈΠΟΛΛΥΜΙ

Etymology: The word ἀφαιρέω (aphaireō) is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb αἱρέω (haireō), meaning 'to take' or 'to seize'. Thus, its etymology reflects the meaning of 'taking away from'.

G4773

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: syng-ge-NEH

Translations: related, kindred, a kinsman, a kinswoman, a relative

Notes: This word refers to someone who is related by birth or family, a kinsman or kinswoman. It can be used as an adjective to describe something as 'related' or 'kindred', or as a noun to refer to a 'relative' or 'kinsman'. It is a compound word formed from 'σύν' (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and 'γένος' (genos), meaning 'race', 'family', or 'kind'.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΥΓΓΕΝΗΣ, ΣΥΝΟΙΚΟΣ, ΟΙΚΕΙΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΣΥΓΓΕΝΗΣ is derived from the prefix σύν (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and the noun γένος (genos), meaning 'race', 'family', or 'kind'. It describes a relationship of shared origin or family.

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.

G0050

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ag-no-EH-in

Translations: to be ignorant of, not to know, to ignore, to misunderstand, to be unaware

Notes: This word is the present active infinitive form of the verb 'ἀγνοέω' (agnoeō). It means 'to be ignorant of' or 'not to know' something. It can also imply a deliberate act of ignoring or overlooking. It is used to express a lack of knowledge or understanding about a person, fact, or situation.

Inflection: Infinitive, Present, Active

Synonyms: ἈΓΝΩΣΙΑ, ἈΓΝΩΜΟΣΥΝΗ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἀγνοέω (agnoéō), a compound of ἀ- (a-, 'not') and νοέω (noéō, 'to perceive, to know'). It literally means 'not to know' or 'to be without knowledge'.

G1014

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: BOO-loh-my

Translations: to wish, to want, to desire, to intend, to purpose

Notes: This verb expresses a deliberate and considered wish or intention, often implying a choice or purpose. It is used to indicate what someone wants to do or what they intend to happen. For example, it can be used in sentences like 'I wish to go' or 'He intends to speak'.

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

Synonyms: ΘΕΛΩ, ΕΘΕΛΩ

Etymology: From the root *βουλ- (boul-), meaning 'will, counsel, plan'. It is related to the noun βουλή (boulē), meaning 'will, counsel, plan'.

G5346

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: PHAY-sin

Translations: he says, she says, it says, he said, she said, it said

Notes: This word is a common verb meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. It is used to report what someone else has said or to introduce a direct quote. It can be translated as 'he says', 'she says', or 'it says', and often implies 'he/she/it said' in narrative contexts.

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

Synonyms: ΛΕΓΩ, ΕΡΩ

Etymology: The word ΦΗΜΙ (phēmi) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to speak' or 'to show'. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages that convey the idea of speaking or declaring.

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.

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.

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.

G4771

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: SOY

Translations: (to) you, (for) you, you

Notes: This is the second-person singular dative pronoun in Koine Greek, meaning 'to you' or 'for you'. It can also simply translate as 'you' when the context implies a dative relationship, such as indirect object or a recipient of an action. It is used to indicate the person to whom something is given, said, or done, or for whom an action is performed. For example, 'I give to you' or 'I do this for you'.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Second Person

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is a very ancient pronoun, found across many Indo-European languages.

G0367

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ah-nah-NEE-ah

Translations: Anania, Ananias

Notes: This is a proper noun, a masculine personal name. It is the Greek form of the Hebrew name Hananiah, meaning 'Yahweh has been gracious' or 'the Lord is gracious'. It refers to several individuals in the Bible, including a disciple in Damascus, a high priest, and a member of the early church who, along with his wife Sapphira, died after lying to the Holy Spirit.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Etymology: The name ἈΝΑΝΙΑ (Anania) is derived from the Hebrew name חֲנַנְיָה (Hananiah), which means 'Yahweh has been gracious'. It is a theophoric name, incorporating the divine name Yahweh.

G3867

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: pa-rahee-NEH-san-tos

Translations: of one who exhorted, of one who advised, of one who encouraged

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'paraineo', meaning 'to exhort', 'to advise', or 'to encourage'. As a genitive singular masculine/neuter participle, it typically functions to describe the action of someone who has exhorted or advised, often translated as 'of one who exhorted' or 'having exhorted'. It indicates the source or agent of the exhortation.

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

Synonyms: ΝΟΥΘΕΤΕΩ, ΣΥΜΒΟΥΛΕΥΩ

G3982

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: PEY-theh-tai

Translations: he is persuaded, he obeys, he trusts, he yields, he submits

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to be persuaded, to obey, or to trust. It describes the action of someone being convinced by another, or of submitting to authority or advice. It can also imply a sense of reliance or confidence in someone or something. It is often used in contexts where one person is influenced by or complies with another.

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

Synonyms: ΥΠΑΚΟΥΩ, ΠΙΣΤΕΥΩ, ΕΙΚΩ

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'.

G0091

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-dee-KAY-sai

Translations: to do wrong, to injure, to harm, to be unjust, to commit injustice

Notes: This word is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'ἈΔΙΚΕΩ' (adikeō), meaning 'to do wrong' or 'to injure'. It describes the action of committing an injustice or causing harm. As an infinitive, it often functions like a noun, indicating the purpose or result of an action, such as 'for the purpose of doing wrong' or 'the act of injuring'.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΒΛΑΠΤΩ, ΚΑΚΟΠΟΙΕΩ, ἈΣΕΒΕΩ

G4160

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-poy-AY-sah-toh

Translations: made, did, performed, accomplished, produced, caused, made for himself, did for himself

Notes: This is an inflected form of the verb 'ποιέω' (poieō), meaning 'to make' or 'to do'. In the middle voice, as seen here, it often implies that the action is done by the subject for themselves, or for their own benefit, or that the subject is involved in the result of the action. It can be used in various contexts, such as making something, performing an action, or causing an event.

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΑΤΤΩ, ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ

G5399

Part of Speech: Participle, Noun

Sounds like: FOH-bon

Translations: fearing, being afraid, revering, respecting, one who fears, one who frightens, a frightener

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb ΦΟΒΕΩ, meaning 'to fear' or 'to frighten'. It can function as an adjective, describing someone who is fearing or causing fear, or as a noun, referring to 'the one who fears' or 'the one who frightens'. In the provided context, 'Ο ἘΚΦΟΒΩΝ' means 'the one who frightens'.

Inflection: Masculine, Nominative Singular; or Masculine/Neuter, Genitive Plural

Synonyms: ΔΕΙΛΙΑΖΩΝ, ΤΡΟΜΩΝ

Etymology: The verb ΦΟΒΕΩ comes from the noun ΦΟΒΟΣ (fear). Its origin is uncertain, but it is related to the concept of flight or panic.

G1659

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: eh-le-oo-theh-ROH-thees

Translations: having been set free, freed, liberated

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'ἐλευθερόω', meaning 'to set free' or 'to liberate'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has already occurred. In this form, it indicates someone or something that has undergone the action of being set free or liberated.

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

Synonyms: ἈΠΟΛΥΘΕΙΣ, ΡΥΣΘΕΙΣ

Etymology: The verb 'ἐλευθερόω' comes from 'ἐλεύθερος' (eleutheros), meaning 'free'. It is formed by adding the suffix '-όω' which indicates making something or causing something to be in a certain state.

G0142

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: A-ree

Translations: he takes, she takes, it takes, he lifts, she lifts, it lifts, he carries, she carries, it carries, he removes, she removes, it removes

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to take, lift, carry, or remove. It is used to describe an action where something is picked up, carried away, or taken possession of. Its meaning can vary depending on the context, often implying either a physical act of lifting or a more abstract act of taking away or choosing.

Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΦΕΡΩ, ΑΠΑΙΡΩ

G1045

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: GA-da-ra

Translations: Gadara

Notes: Gadara was an ancient city in the Roman Decapolis, located southeast of the Sea of Galilee. It was known for its hot springs and was a center of Greek culture. In the New Testament, it is mentioned in connection with Jesus' ministry, specifically the healing of demon-possessed men.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative or Vocative, Neuter

Etymology: The origin of the name 'Gadara' is uncertain, but it is believed to be of Semitic origin, possibly related to a word meaning 'fortress' or 'enclosure'.

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ah-mah-THOO-nah

Translations: Amathous, to Amathous

Notes: Amathous was an ancient city on the southern coast of Cyprus. In Koine Greek, it is used as a proper noun referring to this specific geographical location. The form ἈΜΑΘΟΥΝΤΑ is the accusative singular, indicating motion towards or the direct object of an action.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Etymology: The name Amathous is of pre-Greek, Eteocypriot origin, referring to an ancient city on the southern coast of Cyprus. Its exact etymology is not fully understood but is believed to be indigenous to the island.

G3173

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: MEH-giss-ton

Translations: greatest, largest, most important, a greatest thing

Notes: This word is the superlative form of the adjective 'μέγας' (megas), meaning 'great' or 'large'. Therefore, 'μέγιστον' translates to 'greatest', 'largest', or 'most important'. It is used to describe something that surpasses all others in size, importance, or degree. As an adjective, it modifies a noun, indicating the highest degree of a quality.

Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΜΕΓΑΛΟΝ, ΥΠΕΡΜΕΓΕΘΕΣ

Etymology: The word 'μέγας' (megas), from which 'μέγιστον' is derived, comes from an ancient Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'great' or 'large'. It has cognates in many Indo-European languages.

G2042

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: EH-roo-mah

Translations: fortress, a fortress, stronghold, a stronghold, defense, a defense, protection, a protection

Notes: This word refers to a fortified place, a stronghold, or a defense. It can also denote protection or a barrier. It is used to describe physical structures that offer security or a means of defense against attack.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΟΧΥΡΩΜΑ, ΦΡΟΥΡΙΟΝ, ΠΥΡΓΟΣ

Etymology: From the verb ἐρύω (eryō), meaning 'to draw, to pull, to protect, to guard'. The noun form refers to that which is drawn around for protection or defense.

G5228

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: hoo-PER

Translations: over, above, for, on behalf of, concerning, beyond, more than

Notes: ΥΠΕΡ is a Koine Greek preposition. Its meaning varies depending on the grammatical case of the noun it governs. When used with the genitive case, it often means 'on behalf of', 'for the sake of', 'concerning', or 'instead of'. When used with the accusative case, it typically means 'over', 'above', 'beyond', or 'more than', often indicating position or motion.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΠΙ, ΠΕΡΙ, ΑΝΤΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *uperi, meaning 'over, above'. It is cognate with English 'over' and Latin 'super'.

G2730

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-toh-kay-MEH-nohn

Translations: of those who have settled, of those who have inhabited, of those who have dwelt

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle, meaning 'having been settled' or 'having been inhabited'. It describes a state of having taken up residence or dwelling in a place. As a participle, it functions like an adjective, modifying a noun, and can be translated as 'of those who have settled' or 'of those who have inhabited' when in the genitive plural.

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

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΟΥΜΕΝΩΝ, ΕΝΟΙΚΟΥΝΤΩΝ, ΕΓΚΑΤΟΙΚΟΥΝΤΩΝ

Etymology: The word κατοικέω (katoikeō) is a compound word formed from κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'in', and οἰκέω (oikeō), meaning 'to dwell' or 'to inhabit'. Thus, it literally means 'to dwell down' or 'to settle in a place'.

G2570

Part of Speech: Adverb, Adjective

Sounds like: kal-LEE-stah

Translations: best, most beautifully, most excellently, finest, most noble, most good

Notes: This word is the superlative form of the adjective 'καλός' (kalos), meaning 'good' or 'beautiful'. As an adverb, it means 'best' or 'most beautifully', indicating the highest degree of quality or manner. As an adjective, it means 'finest' or 'most excellent'. It can be used to describe something that is superior in quality, appearance, or moral character.

Inflection: Superlative, Feminine, Nominative or Accusative (as adjective); Superlative (as adverb)

Synonyms: ΑΡΙΣΤΑ, ΑΡΙΣΤΩΣ, ΚΡΑΤΙΣΤΑ

Etymology: The word 'καλός' (kalos), from which 'καλλίστα' is derived, comes from an ancient root meaning 'to call' or 'to summon', evolving to mean 'beautiful' or 'good' in a general sense, often implying that which is pleasing or admirable.

G4710

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: spoo-DEHS

Translations: (of) diligence, (of) haste, (of) earnestness, (of) zeal, (of) eagerness

Notes: This word refers to a state of earnestness, diligence, or eagerness. It can also denote speed or haste in action. It is used to describe the quality of being diligent or the act of doing something quickly and with great effort.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΤΑΧΟΣ, ΕΠΙΜΕΛΕΙΑ, ΖΗΛΟΣ

Etymology: The word σπουδή (spoudē) is derived from the verb σπεύδω (speudō), meaning 'to hasten' or 'to be eager'. It refers to the quality of being quick or earnest in action.

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: theh-OH-doh-ross

Translations: Theodore

Notes: Theodore is a male proper name of Greek origin. It is a compound word derived from two Greek elements: 'θεός' (theos), meaning 'God', and 'δῶρον' (doron), meaning 'gift'. Thus, the name means 'Gift of God' or 'God's Gift'. It is used to refer to a specific individual.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Etymology: The name Θεόδωρος (Theodoros) is derived from the Ancient Greek words θεός (theos, 'God') and δῶρον (doron, 'gift'). It has been in use since antiquity.

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ZAY-noh-nos

Translations: of Zeno

Notes: This is the genitive singular form of the proper noun 'Zeno'. Zeno was a common Greek name, most famously associated with Zeno of Elea, a pre-Socratic philosopher known for his paradoxes, and Zeno of Citium, the founder of Stoicism. In Koine Greek, this form would be used to indicate possession or origin, similar to 'of Zeno' in English.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Etymology: The name Zeno (Ζήνων) is derived from the name of the Greek god Zeus (Ζεύς). It means 'of Zeus' or 'devoted to Zeus'.

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.

G1964

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-pee-peh-SOHN

Translations: falling upon, having fallen upon, falling on, having fallen on

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'epipiptō', meaning 'to fall upon' or 'to fall on'. It describes an action of falling or throwing oneself onto something or someone, often with emotion such as grief, joy, or supplication. It is a compound word formed from the preposition 'epi' (upon, on) and the verb 'piptō' (to fall).

Inflection: Aorist Active Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Singular

Synonyms: ΠΙΠΤΩ, ΠΡΟΣΠΙΠΤΩ

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'.

G2655

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tah-PLEET-tay

Translations: to strike with terror, to astonish, to amaze, to astound, to overwhelm

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition κατά (kata, meaning 'down' or 'against') and the verb πλήσσω (plēssō, meaning 'to strike' or 'to smite'). It means to strike someone down with a powerful emotion, typically astonishment, amazement, or terror. It describes a strong emotional impact that leaves one overwhelmed or dumbfounded. It is often used to describe the effect of a surprising or awe-inspiring event or statement on a person.

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Present Tense, Active Voice, Indicative Mood

Synonyms: ΕΚΠΛΗΣΣΩ, ΘΑΥΜΑΖΩ, ΕΚΦΟΒΕΩ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the preposition κατά (katá), meaning 'down' or 'against', and the verb πλήσσω (plḗssō), meaning 'to strike' or 'to smite'. The combination conveys the sense of striking someone down with an overwhelming force or emotion.

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.

G1964

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ep-ee-strat-YOO-eh-ee

Translations: to make war against, to march against, to campaign against, to attack

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from 'ἐπί' (upon, against) and 'στρατεύω' (to make war, to serve as a soldier). It describes the action of leading an army or military force against someone or something, indicating an act of aggression, invasion, or campaigning. It is often used in a military context to denote an attack or a hostile expedition.

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

Synonyms: ΠΟΛΕΜΕΩ, ΜΑΧΟΜΑΙ, ΕΠΙΤΙΘΕΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word ΕΠΙΣΤΡΑΤΕΥΩ is derived from the preposition ἐπί (epi), meaning 'upon' or 'against', and the verb στρατεύω (strateuō), meaning 'to make war' or 'to serve as a soldier'. The verb στρατεύω itself comes from στρατός (stratos), meaning 'army' or 'encampment'.

G3561

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: MEH-reh-sin

Translations: (to) parts, (to) a part, (to) portions, (to) a portion, (to) divisions, (to) a division

Notes: This word refers to a part, portion, or division of something. It is used to indicate a specific segment or share of a whole. In a sentence, it would typically be used to show the recipient or location of an action, or the means by which something is done, due to its dative case.

Inflection: Plural, Dative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΜΕΡΗ, ΤΜΗΜΑΤΑ

Etymology: The word ΜΕΡΟΣ (meros) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *(s)mer- meaning 'to allot, to assign'. It refers to a share or portion that has been allotted or divided.

G5306

Part of Speech: Adverb, Adjective

Sounds like: HOO-steh-ron

Translations: later, afterward, last, finally, the latter, the end, a later time, the later

Notes: This word indicates a point in time that comes after another, or something that is last in a sequence. It can function as an adverb meaning 'later' or 'afterward', or as an adjective/noun meaning 'the last' or 'the latter part'. It is often used to refer to a subsequent event or a final outcome.

Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative (when functioning as a noun/adjective), Adverbial

Synonyms: ΟΨΕ, ΕΠΕΙΤΑ, ΤΕΛΟΣ

Etymology: From the comparative form of the adverb 'ὑπό' (hypo), meaning 'under' or 'below', indicating a position or time that is subsequent or inferior.

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.

G0067

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ah-grip-pee-AH-dah

Translations: Agrippiada, Agrippias

Notes: This is a proper noun, referring to a person named Agrippias or Agrippiada. It is likely a patronymic or a name derived from Agrippa, indicating a descendant or someone associated with Agrippa. The form suggests it is in the accusative case, meaning it is the direct object of a verb or the object of a preposition.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine

Etymology: Derived from the Roman cognomen Agrippa, which was a common name in the Roman world. The suffix -ιαδα indicates a patronymic or a connection to the name Agrippa.

G2904

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KRAH-toss

Translations: power, strength, might, dominion, rule, a power, a strength

Notes: This word refers to power, strength, or might, often implying a forceful or dominant kind of power. It can also denote dominion or rule, indicating authority or control over something or someone. It is frequently used in contexts describing God's power or the power of a ruler.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΔΥΝΑΜΙΣ, ΙΣΧΥΣ, ΕΞΟΥΣΙΑ

Etymology: From a primary verb meaning 'to be strong'. It is related to the idea of physical or inherent strength and ability.

G0138

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EYE-len

Translations: he took, she took, it took, he chose, she chose, it chose, he captured, she captured, it captured

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb 'αἱρέω' (haireō), meaning 'to take', 'to choose', or 'to capture'. It describes a completed action in the past, performed by a single subject (he, she, or it). For example, it could be used in a sentence like 'He took the book' or 'She chose the path'.

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

Synonyms: ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΚΑΤΑΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ

G1048

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: GAH-zays

Translations: of Gaza

Notes: This is the genitive singular form of the proper noun "Gaza," referring to the ancient city located in the southwestern Levant. It is used to indicate possession or origin, similar to saying "of Gaza" or "Gaza's" in English. For example, it might be used in phrases like "the walls of Gaza" or "the king of Gaza."

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Etymology: The name "Gaza" is of Semitic origin, likely from a word meaning "strong" or "fortress." It has been known by this name since ancient times.

G0325

Part of Speech: Verb, Adjective

Sounds like: ah-na-keh-kho-REE-ko-tah

Translations: withdrawn, having withdrawn, departed, having departed, retreated, having retreated, gone back, having gone back

Notes: This word is the perfect active participle, accusative masculine plural of the verb ἀναχωρέω (anachōreō), meaning 'to withdraw,' 'to depart,' or 'to retreat.' It describes someone or something that has already completed the action of withdrawing or departing. It can function as a verb describing an action completed by a subject, or as an adjective modifying a noun, indicating a state of having withdrawn.

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

Synonyms: ἈΠΟΧΩΡΕΩ, ΦΕΥΓΩ, ὙΠΟΧΩΡΕΩ

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: kleh-oh-PAH-trahn

Translations: Cleopatra

Notes: This is a proper noun referring to Cleopatra, a famous queen of ancient Egypt. It is used to identify a specific person and does not change its core meaning based on context, though its grammatical form changes depending on its role in a sentence.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Etymology: The name Cleopatra is of Greek origin, meaning 'glory of her father'. It is derived from the Greek words κλέος (kleos), meaning 'glory' or 'fame', and πατήρ (pater), meaning 'father'.

G3710

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: or-GHEE-zo-me-nos

Translations: being angry, enraged, one who is angry, becoming angry, to be angry

Notes: This word is a present middle/passive participle derived from the verb 'ὀργίζω' (orgizō), meaning 'to make angry' or 'to provoke'. As a participle, it describes someone who is in the state of being angry or becoming angry. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun, or adverbially, describing the manner of an action. For example, it could be used to say 'the angry man' or 'he spoke, being angry'.

Inflection: Present, Middle or Passive Voice, Nominative Case, Masculine Gender, Singular Number

Synonyms: ΘΥΜΟΥΜΕΝΟΣ, ΧΟΛΩΜΕΝΟΣ

G1941

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-peh-kah-LEH-sahn-toh

Translations: called upon, invoked, appealed to, named

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition 'ἐπί' (epi), meaning 'upon' or 'over', and the verb 'καλέω' (kaleo), meaning 'to call'. It generally means to call upon someone or something, to invoke, or to appeal to. It can be used in contexts of calling upon a deity, appealing to a higher authority, or simply naming something.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle/Passive Voice, Indicative Mood, 3rd Person, Plural

Synonyms: ΚΑΛΈΩ, ΠΡΟΣΚΑΛΈΩ

G4755

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: strah-tay-GOO

Translations: of a commander, of a general, of a governor, of a captain, of a chief magistrate

Notes: This word refers to a military commander, general, or a civil governor or chief magistrate. In ancient Greek city-states, a strategos was an elected official responsible for military affairs, often holding significant political power. It can also refer to a captain or chief officer in a broader sense.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΗΓΕΜΩΝ, ΑΡΧΩΝ, ΚΥΒΕΡΝΗΤΗΣ

Etymology: The word ΣΤΡΑΤΗΓΟΣ is a compound word derived from ΣΤΡΑΤΟΣ (STRATOS), meaning 'army' or 'expedition', and ΑΓΩ (AGO), meaning 'to lead' or 'to guide'. Thus, it literally means 'leader of an army'.

G1964

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: eh-pee-PEH-son-tos

Translations: of falling upon, of falling on, of falling against, of rushing upon, of rushing on, of rushing against

Notes: This word is a compound participle derived from the verb 'ἐπιπίπτω' (epipiptō), meaning 'to fall upon' or 'to rush upon'. It describes an action of falling or rushing onto something or someone, often with force or suddenness. As a genitive participle, it typically functions adverbially or adjectivally, indicating the time or circumstance of an action, or describing a noun. For example, it could mean 'when he fell upon' or 'of the one who fell upon'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine, Aorist, Active

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΠΙΠΤΩ, ΠΡΟΣΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

G1909

Part of Speech: Preposition, Prefix

Sounds like: EHF

Translations: on, upon, over, to, against, at, in, for, because of, with, by

Notes: This word is an elided form of the Greek preposition ἘΠΊ (epi), which means 'on,' 'upon,' or 'over.' The final vowel of ἘΠΊ is dropped before a word beginning with a vowel, especially a rough breathing mark, resulting in ἘΦ. Its precise meaning depends on the case of the noun it governs: with the genitive, it means 'on' or 'upon' (of place or time); with the dative, it means 'on,' 'at,' 'by,' or 'for' (of position or cause); and with the accusative, it means 'on,' 'to,' 'against,' or 'over' (of motion or purpose). It is also commonly used as a prefix in compound words.

Inflection: Does not inflect; it is an elided form of the preposition ἘΠΊ. Its meaning varies depending on the case of the noun it governs (Genitive, Dative, or Accusative).

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *opi, meaning 'on, near, against'. It is cognate with Latin ob and Sanskrit api.

G3745

Part of Speech: Adjective, Adverb

Sounds like: OH-son

Translations: as much as, as many as, as great as, how much, how many, how great, as far as, as long as, as soon as, as

Notes: This word is a relative adjective or pronominal adjective, meaning 'as much as' or 'as many as'. It is often used to indicate quantity, extent, or degree. When used as an adverb, it can mean 'as far as', 'as long as', or 'as soon as'. It can introduce a clause that specifies a measure or comparison. For example, 'as much as you want' or 'as many people as there are'.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΟΠΟΣΟΣ, ΗΛΙΚΟΣ

Etymology: From the demonstrative pronoun *ho* (the) and the suffix -sos, indicating quantity or measure. It is related to ὅς (hos, 'who, which') and τοσοῦτος (tosoutos, 'so great, so much').

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

G3571

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: NYX

Translations: night, a night

Notes: This word refers to the period of darkness between sunset and sunrise. It is commonly used to denote the time when the sun is not visible, often associated with sleep, darkness, or the absence of light. It can also be used metaphorically to describe a period of obscurity or trouble.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΚΟΤΟΣ, ΕΣΠΕΡΑ

Etymology: This word comes from Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'night'. It is cognate with words for 'night' in many other Indo-European languages, such as Latin 'nox' and English 'night'.

G3528

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-NEE-kohn

Translations: they were conquering, they were overcoming, they were prevailing, they were victorious

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to conquer,' 'to overcome,' or 'to be victorious.' It describes an action that was ongoing or repeated in the past. It can be used to describe winning a battle, overcoming an obstacle, or prevailing in a struggle.

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

Synonyms: ΚΡΑΤΕΩ, ΥΠΕΡΝΙΚΑΩ

Etymology: The word νικάω (nikaō) comes from νίκη (nikē), meaning 'victory.'

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.

G3930

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: pah-ras-KHON-tes

Translations: having provided, having supplied, having offered, having presented, having caused, having afforded

Notes: This word is a compound participle derived from the verb 'παρέχω' (parechō), meaning 'to provide, supply, offer, present, cause, or afford'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has already occurred. It indicates that the subject has performed the action of providing or supplying something. For example, it could be used in a sentence like 'they, having provided the necessary resources, proceeded with the task'.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Masculine, Nominative, Plural

Synonyms: ΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΠΑΡΕΧΩ, ΠΡΟΣΦΕΡΩ

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.

G1904

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: eh-peh-LAY-loo-THOH-toss

Translations: of having come upon, of having arrived, of having approached, of having overtaken

Notes: This word is a perfect active participle, indicating a completed action with ongoing results. It describes someone or something that has come upon, arrived, approached, or overtaken another. As a genitive form, it often functions to modify a noun, indicating possession or relationship, similar to 'of X having done Y'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine, Perfect, Active

Synonyms: ΕΛΗΛΥΘΟΤΟΣ, ΠΑΡΕΛΗΛΥΘΟΤΟΣ

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: Participle

Sounds like: geh-no-MEH-nays

Translations: (of) having become, (of) having happened, (of) being, (of) coming into existence, (of) being born, (of) being made

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'γίνομαι' (ginomai), meaning 'to become,' 'to happen,' 'to come into existence,' or 'to be made.' As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred or is in the process of occurring, often functioning like a verbal adjective or an adverbial clause. In this form, it indicates a feminine singular genitive relationship, often translated as 'of having become' or 'when it became' in a genitive absolute construction.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine, Aorist Middle Participle

Synonyms: ΓΕΝΕΣΘΑΙ, ΕΓΕΝΕΤΟ, ΓΕΝΟΜΕΝΟΝ

G1651

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: eh-leng-KTHEE-sees

Translations: of having been convicted, of having been proved, of having been exposed, of having been rebuked

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'ἘΛΕΓΧΩ', meaning to convict, prove, expose, or rebuke. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred, indicating that someone or something has been subjected to conviction, proof, exposure, or rebuke. It functions like an adjective, modifying a noun or pronoun, and can be translated as 'having been convicted' or 'that which has been proved'.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Participle, Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΤΙΜΑΩ, ΕΞΕΛΕΓΧΩ, ΔΙΑΛΕΓΧΩ

G3129

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: mah-THON-tes

Translations: having learned, learning, those who learned, when they learned

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'to learn' or 'to understand'. As a participle, it describes an action that has been completed or is ongoing, often functioning like an adjective or an adverbial clause. It can indicate a prior action (having learned) or a concurrent action (while learning), depending on context. It often implies the result or consequence of the learning.

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

Synonyms: ΓΝΟΝΤΕΣ, ΕΙΔΟΤΕΣ

G2453

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ee-oo-DAH-ee-oy

Translations: Jews, the Jews

Notes: This word refers to the Jewish people, the inhabitants of Judea, or those who are ethnically or religiously Jewish. It is often used in the New Testament to distinguish the Jewish people from Gentiles (non-Jews).

Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΕΒΡΑΙΟΙ, ΙΣΡΑΗΛΙΤΑΙ

Etymology: The word originates from the Hebrew word 'Yehudi' (יהודי), meaning 'of Judah' or 'from the land of Judah'. It refers to the descendants of Judah, one of the twelve sons of Jacob, and later to the inhabitants of the kingdom of Judah.

G0227

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: tah-lay-THES

Translations: the truth, that which is true, true, real

Notes: This word is the neuter singular form of the adjective 'ἀληθής' (alēthēs), meaning 'true' or 'real'. When used substantively, as it often is, it refers to 'the truth' or 'that which is true'. It can function as either the subject (nominative) or the direct object (accusative) in a sentence.

Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑΛΗΘΕΙΑ, ΓΝΩΣΙΣ, ΔΙΚΑΙΟΣΥΝΗ

Etymology: The word 'ἀληθής' (alēthēs) comes from the prefix 'ἀ-' (a-), meaning 'not' or 'un-', and 'λήθη' (lēthē), meaning 'forgetfulness' or 'oblivion'. Thus, it literally means 'unforgettable' or 'not hidden', implying something that is revealed, evident, and therefore true.

G1994

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-pee-soo-STREH-fon-tai

Translations: they turn back, they return, they gather together, they assemble

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the prepositions ἐπί (epi, 'upon, to') and σύν (syn, 'with, together') and the verb στρέφω (strephō, 'to turn'). It means to turn back, return, or gather together, often implying a movement towards a specific point or a re-gathering. It describes an action performed by a group of people or things.

Inflection: Present, Indicative, Middle/Passive, Third Person, Plural

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΣΤΡΕΦΩ, ΣΥΝΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΣΥΝΑΓΩ

G4316

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: pros-BAL-lon-tes

Translations: having attacked, having assailed, having thrown against, having fallen upon, having encountered

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle of the verb 'προσβάλλω' (prosbállō), which is a compound word formed from 'πρός' (pros, meaning 'to' or 'towards') and 'βάλλω' (ballō, meaning 'to throw'). It describes an action of throwing or striking towards something or someone, often implying an attack, assault, or encounter. It can also mean to apply oneself to something or to fall upon something. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing the subject's action, often translated as 'having attacked' or 'when they attacked'.

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

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΤΙΘΕΜΑΙ, ΕΦΙΣΤΑΜΑΙ, ΕΠΙΧΕΙΡΕΩ

G0337

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-nah-EE-roo-sin

Translations: they take up, they take away, they destroy, they kill, they abolish, they do away with

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to take up, take away, destroy, kill, or abolish. It is often used in contexts of removing something or someone, either physically or conceptually. For example, it can refer to taking someone's life, or to abolishing a custom or belief.

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

Synonyms: ἈΠΟΛΛΥΜΙ, ἈΝΕΛΟΝΤΕΣ, ΚΑΤΑΛΥΩ

Etymology: The word ἀναιρέω (anaireō) is a compound word formed from the preposition ἀνά (ana), meaning 'up' or 'again', and the verb αἱρέω (haireō), meaning 'to take' or 'to seize'.

G0472

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: an-TEH-khon-ton

Translations: of holding fast, of holding on, of clinging to, of being devoted to, of resisting

Notes: This word is a present active participle, genitive plural, of the verb ἀντέχω. It describes an action of holding fast, clinging to, or resisting something. It can also imply devotion or loyalty to someone or something. In a sentence, it would describe a group of people who are actively engaged in holding on or resisting.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΡΤΕΡΕΩ, ἈΝΘΙΣΤΑΜΑΙ, ἘΠΙΛΑΜΒΑΝΟΜΑΙ

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'.

G0337

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ah-nah-ee-roo-MEH-non

Translations: of those being taken up, of those being taken away, of those being killed, of those being destroyed

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'anaireō', meaning 'to take up', 'to take away', or 'to kill/destroy'. In this form, it describes a group of people or things that are in the process of being taken up, taken away, or killed/destroyed. It is used to indicate possession or origin, similar to saying 'belonging to those who are being...' or 'concerning those who are being...'.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine, Middle/Passive Voice, Present Tense

Synonyms: ἈΠΟΛΛΥΜΕΝΩΝ, ΦΟΝΕΥΟΜΕΝΩΝ

G1749

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: en-DI-don-ton

Translations: of giving in, of yielding, of conceding, of surrendering, of granting, of allowing

Notes: This word is a present active participle, genitive plural, of the verb 'ενδίδωμι'. It describes the action of 'giving in,' 'yielding,' 'conceding,' 'surrendering,' 'granting,' or 'allowing.' As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, modifying a noun or verb, and indicates an ongoing action. In the genitive plural, it often translates to 'of those who are giving in' or 'of those who are yielding,' indicating possession or relationship.

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

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΑΔΙΔΟΝΤΩΝ, ΥΠΟΧΩΡΟΥΝΤΩΝ, ΣΥΓΧΩΡΟΥΝΤΩΝ

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.

G3754, G3767

Part of Speech: Indefinite Pronoun, Adverb

Sounds like: ho-tee-OON

Translations: whatever, whatsoever, anything, anything whatever, anything at all, at all

Notes: ΟΤΙΟΥΝ is a compound word meaning 'whatever' or 'anything at all'. It functions as an indefinite pronoun or an adverb, emphasizing the comprehensive or unrestricted nature of something. It can be used to express 'anything whatsoever' or 'no matter what'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΤΙΔΗΠΟΤΕ, ΟΣΤΙΣ

Etymology: ΟΤΙΟΥΝ is a compound word formed from ὅτι (hoti), meaning 'that' or 'because', and οὖν (oun), an inferential particle meaning 'therefore' or 'then'. Together, they form an indefinite sense.

G5278

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: hoo-peh-MEH-non

Translations: endured, persevered, remained, waited patiently

Notes: This is an inflected form of the verb 'ὑπομένω' (hypomenō), meaning 'to endure', 'to persevere', 'to remain under', or 'to wait patiently'. It is a compound word formed from 'ὑπό' (hypo), meaning 'under', and 'μένω' (menō), meaning 'to remain' or 'to abide'. The imperfect tense indicates an ongoing or repeated action in the past, or the beginning of an action. It can describe someone who was enduring, persevering, or remaining.

Inflection: Imperfect, Active, Indicative, 1st Person Singular or 3rd Person Plural

Synonyms: ΑΝΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΑΡΤΕΡΕΩ

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

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

G4360

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pros-ep-AY-ghee-ren

Translations: he raised up, he stirred up, he incited, he awakened

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the prefixes πρός (pros, meaning 'to' or 'in addition') and ἐπί (epi, meaning 'upon' or 'in addition'), combined with the verb ἐγείρω (egeirō, meaning 'to raise' or 'to awaken'). It means to raise up, stir up, or incite someone or something, often with the nuance of doing so in addition to something else already happening or to a greater degree. It describes an action of causing someone or something to become active or agitated.

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

Synonyms: ΑΝΑΓΕΙΡΩ, ΕΞΕΓΕΙΡΩ, ΔΙΕΓΕΙΡΩ

G0717

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ar-ra-BOHN

Translations: pledge, a pledge, earnest, a down payment, security

Notes: This word refers to a pledge, a down payment, or earnest money given as security for a future transaction or as a guarantee that a promise will be fulfilled. It signifies a part of a payment or a gift that confirms a larger, future payment or gift. It is often used in the context of a binding agreement or a promise of something to come.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ἘΓΓΥΗ, ΠΙΣΤΙΣ, ἈΡΡΕΒΩΝ

Etymology: This word is of Semitic (Hebrew or Phoenician) origin, likely from the Hebrew word 'ʿērābôn' (עֵרָבוֹן), meaning 'pledge' or 'security'. It entered Greek through trade and cultural exchange.

G2240

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: HEK-sane

Translations: to come, to have come, to arrive

Notes: This word is the future active infinitive of the verb ἥκω (hēkō), meaning 'to come' or 'to arrive'. It describes an action of coming or arriving that is expected to happen in the future. It is often used in indirect statements or to express purpose or result.

Inflection: Future, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΠΑΡΑΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ, ΦΘΑΝΩ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *sekʷ- ('to follow'). It is related to Latin sequor ('to follow') and English 'sequence'.

G4844

Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective

Sounds like: SOOM-ma-khos

Translations: ally, a confederate, a helper, a fellow-combatant, allied, confederate

Notes: This word can function as both a noun and an adjective. As a noun, it refers to an ally, a confederate, or someone who fights alongside another. As an adjective, it describes something or someone as allied or confederate. It is a compound word formed from 'σύν' (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and 'μάχη' (machē), meaning 'battle' or 'fight'. Thus, it literally means 'fighting together'. It is used to describe those who join forces or provide assistance in a conflict or endeavor.

Inflection: Masculine or Feminine, Nominative, Singular

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΕΡΓΟΣ, ΒΟΗΘΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΣΥΜΜΑΧΟΣ is derived from the prefix σύν (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and the noun μάχη (machē), meaning 'battle' or 'fight'. It describes someone who joins in battle or struggle with another.

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'.

G1311

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-af-thar-AY-nye

Translations: to be corrupted, to be destroyed, to be ruined, to be spoiled, to be depraved, to be wasted, to be annihilated

Notes: This word is the aorist passive infinitive form of the verb 'διαφθείρω' (diaphtheirō). It means 'to be corrupted' or 'to be destroyed'. It describes a state of decay, ruin, or moral depravity that happens to something or someone, often implying a complete and irreversible change for the worse. It can be used to describe the destruction of physical objects, the ruin of a city, or the moral corruption of individuals.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΛΛΥΣΘΑΙ, ΚΑΤΑΦΘΕΙΡΕΣΘΑΙ, ΔΙΑΛΥΕΣΘΑΙ

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: loo-SEE-ma-khos

Translations: Lysimachus

Notes: This is a proper noun, referring to a male personal name. Lysimachus was a prominent figure in ancient history, one of the Diadochi (successors) of Alexander the Great, who became king of Thrace and Macedonia. The name itself means 'battle-ending' or 'one who ends strife'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Etymology: The name Lysimachus is of Greek origin, derived from the words 'λύσις' (lysis), meaning 'a loosening, release, deliverance', and 'μάχη' (machē), meaning 'battle, fight'. Thus, it means 'battle-ending' or 'one who ends strife'.

G0080

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-del-FOS

Translations: brother, a brother, fellow countryman, kinsman, fellow believer

Notes: This word refers to a brother, either by birth or by a close familial or social bond. It can also be used metaphorically to refer to a fellow countryman, a kinsman, or a fellow believer in a religious context. It is a masculine noun.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ἈΝΗΡ, ΣΥΝΕΡΓΟΣ, ἙΤΑΙΡΟΣ

Etymology: From the prefix ἀ- (a-), meaning 'together' or 'same', and δελφύς (delphys), meaning 'womb'. Thus, it literally means 'from the same womb'.

G2207

Part of Speech: Adjective, Participle

Sounds like: ZAY-loh-TOO-pohn

Translations: jealous, envious, zealous, a jealous one, an envious one

Notes: This word describes someone who is characterized by jealousy, envy, or intense zeal. It can be used to describe a person who is possessive or suspicious of a rival, or someone who is passionately devoted to a cause or person. In this form, it functions as a masculine or neuter genitive plural participle, indicating 'of those who are jealous/envious/zealous' or 'by those who are jealous/envious/zealous'.

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

Synonyms: ΦΘΟΝΕΡΟΣ, ΕΠΙΦΘΟΝΟΣ

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'.

G2892

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: KTEI-nas

Translations: having killed, having slain, killing, slaying

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'κτείνω', meaning 'to kill' or 'to slay'. As an aorist active participle, it describes an action of killing that has been completed prior to the main verb's action. It functions adjectivally, modifying a noun or pronoun, and can be translated as 'having killed' or 'the one who killed'.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΚΤΕΙΝΑΣ, ΦΟΝΕΥΣΑΣ

G4757

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: strah-tee-oh-tee-KON

Translations: military, of a soldier, soldierly, military affairs, a military affair, military force

Notes: This word describes something related to soldiers or military matters. As an adjective, it means 'military' or 'soldierly'. When used as a neuter noun, it refers to 'military affairs' or 'a military force'. It can be used to describe anything pertaining to the army or a soldier's duties.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΠΟΛΕΜΙΚΟΣ, ΣΤΡΑΤΙΩΤΗΣ

Etymology: The word derives from ΣΤΡΑΤΙΩΤΗΣ (STRATIOTES), meaning 'soldier', which itself comes from ΣΤΡΑΤΟΣ (STRATOS), meaning 'army' or 'encampment'.

G4790

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: soong-kroh-TAY-sas

Translations: having assembled, having gathered, having collected, having brought together, having organized, having mustered

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb 'συγκοτέω'. It describes an action that has been completed in the past, indicating that someone has assembled, gathered, or brought together a group of people or things. It is a compound word formed from 'σύν' (with, together) and 'κροτέω' (to strike, to clap, to beat), implying the act of bringing things together with force or decision.

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

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΑΓΑΓΩΝ, ΑΘΡΟΙΣΑΣ, ΣΥΛΛΕΞΑΣ

G1525

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ice-EL-thone

Translations: having entered, having gone in, having come in, entering, going in, coming in

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle of the verb 'eiserchomai', meaning 'to enter' or 'to go/come in'. As a participle, it describes an action that has been completed before or at the same time as the main verb of the sentence, and it functions like an adjective, modifying a noun or pronoun. It indicates someone who has performed the action of entering.

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

Synonyms: ΕΙΣΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ, ΕΙΣΒΑΙΝΩ

G0863

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ep-ah-FEE-keh

Translations: he sent forth, he let go, he released, he permitted, he allowed

Notes: This word is a compound verb, formed from the prefix ἐπι- (epi-, meaning 'upon' or 'to') and the verb ἀφίημι (aphiēmi, meaning 'to send away' or 'to let go'). In this form, it means 'he sent forth', 'he let go', 'he released', or 'he permitted/allowed'. It describes an action of sending something or someone out, or giving permission for something to happen. It is used in the past tense to describe a completed action.

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

Synonyms: ἈΠΟΛΥΩ, ἘΚΠΕΜΠΩ, ἘΠΙΤΡΕΠΩ

G2010

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-pee-TREP-sahs

Translations: having permitted, having allowed, having entrusted, having committed, having given leave

Notes: This is the aorist active participle of the verb 'ἐπιτρέπω', meaning 'to permit', 'to allow', 'to entrust', or 'to commit'. 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 already performed the action of permitting or entrusting something.

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

Synonyms: ΑΦΙΗΜΙ, ΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΣΥΓΧΩΡΕΩ

G0243

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: AL-loy

Translations: others, some others, different ones

Notes: This word refers to other people or things, distinct from those already mentioned or implied. It is used to indicate a difference or distinction between entities. For example, it can be used to say 'some others' or 'different ones' in a sentence.

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

Synonyms: ΕΤΕΡΟΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *alyos, meaning 'other, another'. It is related to Latin alius and English else.

G5157

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: TREH-poh-meh-noy

Translations: turning, turning oneself, being turned, turning away, fleeing, changing, being changed

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'τρέπω', meaning 'to turn'. As a participle, it describes an action or state of turning, often functioning adjectivally or adverbially. It can refer to physically turning, turning one's attention, changing direction, or even fleeing. In some contexts, it can imply a change in state or condition.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive Voice, Masculine, Nominative, Plural

Synonyms: ΣΤΡΕΦΟΜΑΙ, ΜΕΤΑΒΑΛΛΟΜΑΙ, ΦΕΥΓΩ

G3761

Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction

Sounds like: OOD

Translations: not, no, nor, neither, not even

Notes: This word is a negative particle used to express absolute negation. It is often used in combination with other negative words to strengthen the negation, such as in the phrase "οὐ μή" (ou mē), which conveys a strong, emphatic negation, often translated as "never" or "by no means." It can also function as a conjunction meaning "nor" or "neither," connecting two negative clauses or ideas.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΥ̓, ΜΗ

Etymology: From the negative particle οὐ (ou) and the particle δέ (de), meaning 'but' or 'and'. It emphasizes the negation.

G0026

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-GEN-nays

Translations: ignoble, base, low-born, mean, common, without family, without lineage, ignoble ones, base ones

Notes: This word describes someone or something that is not noble, of low birth, or of a common or mean nature. It can refer to a person lacking in high social standing or moral character. It is used to describe those who are considered insignificant or without distinction.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Accusative or Vocative, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΤΑΠΕΙΝΟΣ, ἈΣΘΕΝΗΣ

Etymology: The word ἈΓΕΝΝΗΣ is a compound word formed from the privative alpha (ἀ-) meaning 'not' or 'without', and ΓΕΝΟΣ (genos) meaning 'race, family, or kind'. Thus, it literally means 'without family' or 'without lineage', leading to the sense of ignoble or low-born.

G3895

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-ra-PIP-too-sin

Translations: they fall away, they fall beside, they deviate, they err, they transgress

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from 'παρά' (para), meaning 'beside' or 'alongside', and 'πίπτω' (piptō), meaning 'to fall'. It describes the action of falling beside or away from something, often implying a deviation from a path, standard, or duty. It can mean to err, transgress, or apostatize, indicating a departure from a correct course or belief.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΠΙΠΤΩ, ΕΚΠΙΠΤΩ, ΑΜΑΡΤΑΝΩ

G0297

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: ah-MOO-noh-men-oy

Translations: defending, warding off, avenging, assisting, helping

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'ἀμύνω', meaning to ward off, defend, or assist. It describes an action of protecting oneself or others, or retaliating against an attack. It can be used in contexts where someone is actively resisting an aggressor or coming to the aid of someone in need.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive Voice, Masculine, Nominative, Plural

Synonyms: ΒΟΗΘΕΩ, ΑΛΕΞΩ, ΑΝΤΙΣΤΗΜΙ

G1708

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: en-eh-PIM-pra-san

Translations: they were setting on fire, they were burning up, they were burning down

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to set on fire' or 'to burn up'. It describes an action of intentionally causing something to burn. In this form, it indicates that 'they' (a group of people) were performing this action, likely repeatedly or over a period of time in the past.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑΚΑΙΩ, ΠΥΡΠΟΛΕΩ

Etymology: The word ἐμπίπρημι (empiprēmi) is a compound of the preposition ἐν (en), meaning 'in' or 'on', and the verb πίπρημι (piprēmi), meaning 'to burn'. The root πίπρημι is related to πρήθω (prēthō), also meaning 'to burn' or 'to blow up'.

G2981

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: LAH-fy-ron

Translations: booty, spoil, plunder, a booty, a spoil, a plunder

Notes: This word refers to goods, property, or valuables taken from an enemy in war, often after a victory. It is commonly used in contexts describing the spoils of war or plunder. It functions as a noun in a sentence, typically as the object of an action like 'taking' or 'seizing'.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΣΚΥΛΟΝ, ΑΡΠΑΓΜΑ

Etymology: The word 'λαφυρον' is of uncertain origin, possibly related to 'λαφυω' (laphyō), meaning 'to devour' or 'to consume', suggesting something that is consumed or taken.

G846

Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective

Sounds like: ow-TO-khee-res

Translations: with one's own hands, by one's own hand, self-murderers, suicides, murderers, a murderer, a suicide

Notes: This word is a compound noun/adjective formed from 'αὐτός' (self) and 'χείρ' (hand). It refers to someone who acts with their own hand, often implying a direct, personal involvement in an action, especially one that is violent or decisive. It can specifically mean a self-murderer or suicide, or more generally, a murderer or one who kills with their own hand. In the provided context, it likely refers to people acting directly or personally, perhaps in a destructive manner.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Accusative, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΥ̓ΤΟΦΟΝΟΣ, ΑΥ̓ΤΟΚΤΟΝΟΣ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the Greek pronoun αὐτός (autos), meaning 'self' or 'same', and the noun χείρ (cheir), meaning 'hand'. It literally means 'self-hand' or 'by one's own hand'.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-GEH-non-toh

Translations: they became, they were, they came to be, they happened, they arose

Notes: This word is a past tense form of the verb 'to become' or 'to be'. It describes an action that occurred in the past, indicating a change of state, an event happening, or the coming into existence of something. It is often used to describe what happened or what came about.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Middle Voice, 3rd Person Plural

Synonyms: ΕΙΜΙ, ΥΠΑΡΧΩ, ΓΕΝΝΑΩ

Etymology: The word ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ comes from an ancient Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to come into being' or 'to be born'. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages that convey similar concepts of becoming or originating.

G315

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ee-nang-kas-MEH-noy

Translations: having been compelled, forced, constrained, having been forced, having been constrained

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle derived from the verb 'ἀναγκάζω' (anankazo), meaning 'to compel' or 'to force'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing a state of having been compelled or forced to do something. It indicates a completed action in the past that resulted in a present state of being under compulsion.

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

Synonyms: ΒΙΑΖΟΜΑΙ, ΚΑΤΑΝΑΓΚΑΖΩ

G0603

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ah-pol-LOH-nos

Translations: of Apollo

Notes: This is the genitive form of the proper noun 'Apollo'. Apollo was a major Greek and Roman deity, son of Zeus and Leto, and twin brother of Artemis. He was the god of music, poetry, art, archery, healing, medicine, and light. He was also associated with the sun and prophecy.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Etymology: The origin of the name 'Apollo' is uncertain, but it is thought to be pre-Greek or related to an Anatolian deity. It was adopted into Greek mythology and became one of the most important Olympian gods.

G2413

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: ee-eh-RON

Translations: sacred, holy, consecrated, a sacred place, a temple, temple

Notes: This word can function as an adjective meaning 'sacred,' 'holy,' or 'consecrated.' When used as a noun, it refers to a 'sacred place' or, more specifically, a 'temple.' It describes something set apart for religious purposes or dedicated to a deity.

Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑΓΙΟΣ, ΝΑΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΙΕΡΟΣ (hieros) comes from a pre-Greek substrate word, possibly related to the concept of 'strength' or 'power,' which became associated with divine power and sacredness.

G4887

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: soon-ed-REH-oo-on-TON

Translations: of sitting together, of being in council, of being a member of a council, of deliberating

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'synedreuo', meaning 'to sit together' or 'to be in council'. It describes an action of people gathering for deliberation or discussion, often in an official capacity, such as members of a council or court. It is a compound word, formed from 'syn' (together) and 'hedra' (seat).

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

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΕΔΡΙΑΖΟΝΤΩΝ, ΣΥΝΕΡΧΟΜΕΝΩΝ, ΣΥΝΕΛΘΟΝΤΩΝ

G220

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ah-lek-SAN-dros

Translations: Alexander

Notes: This is a common Greek proper name, meaning 'defender of mankind' or 'protector of men'. It refers to various historical figures, most notably Alexander the Great, the king of the ancient Greek kingdom of Macedon. It is used as a subject in sentences, indicating the person performing an action.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Etymology: The name 'Alexandros' is derived from the Greek verb ἀλέξω (alexō), meaning 'to ward off, to defend, to help', and ἀνήρ (anēr), meaning 'man' (genitive ἀνδρός, andros). Thus, it means 'defender of mankind'.

G1949

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: eh-pee-kah-tah-SKAP-sas

Translations: having dug down, having undermined, having overthrown, having destroyed

Notes: This word is a compound participle derived from the verb ἐπικατασκάπτω, meaning 'to dig down upon, undermine, or overthrow'. It describes an action that has been completed in the past, indicating that the subject has performed the act of digging down, undermining, or destroying something. It combines the prefixes 'epi-' (upon, over) and 'kata-' (down, against) with the root verb 'skapto' (to dig).

Inflection: Aorist Active, Masculine, Nominative, Singular

Synonyms: ἈΝΑΤΡΕΨΑΣ, ΚΑΘΑΙΡΕΣΑΣ, ΚΑΤΕΣΚΑΨΑΣ

G5290

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: hoo-pes-TREP-sen

Translations: returned, went back, came back

Notes: This word means 'returned' or 'went back'. It describes the action of someone or something going back to a previous place or state. It is used to indicate a completed action in the past.

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

Synonyms: ΑΝΑΣΤΡΕΦΩ, ΕΠΙΣΤΡΕΦΩ

Etymology: From the preposition ὑπό (hypo), meaning 'under' or 'back', and the verb στρέφω (strephō), meaning 'to turn'. Thus, it literally means 'to turn back' or 'to turn under'.

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.

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'.

G1941

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: ep-ee-klay-THEYS

Translations: called, named, surnamed, invoked, appealed to

Notes: This word is a passive participle derived from the verb 'epikaleō'. It means 'having been called', 'having been named', or 'having been surnamed'. It can also refer to someone who has been invoked or appealed to. It is often used to describe someone who is known by a particular name or title, or to whom an appeal is made.

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

Synonyms: ΟΝΟΜΑΖΩ, ΚΑΛΕΩ, ΠΡΟΣΑΓΟΡΕΥΩ

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.

G1902

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: eh-pee-boo-LEH-thees

Translations: having been plotted against, having been conspired against, having been ambushed

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'epibouleuō', meaning 'to plot against' or 'to conspire against'. As a passive participle, 'epibouleutheis' describes someone who has been the victim of a plot, conspiracy, or ambush. It indicates that an action of malicious planning or scheming has been carried out against the subject.

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

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΤΙΘΕΜΑΙ, ΕΠΙΤΙΘΕΜΑΙ, ΕΠΙΒΑΛΛΩ

Etymology: The word 'epibouleuō' is a compound word formed from the preposition 'epi' (upon, against) and the verb 'bouleuō' (to take counsel, to plan). Thus, it literally means 'to plan against' or 'to counsel against'.

G1243

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: dee-ah-deh-KSAH-meh-nos

Translations: having succeeded, having taken over, having followed, having received in succession

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'διαδέχομαι', meaning 'to succeed, to take over, to follow in succession'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has already occurred and is related to the main verb of the sentence. It often implies taking over a position, office, or responsibility from someone else.

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

Synonyms: ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΚΛΗΡΟΝΟΜΕΩ

Etymology: The word διαδέχομαι (diadechomai) is a compound verb formed from διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'across', and δέχομαι (dechomai), meaning 'to receive' or 'to accept'. The combination suggests receiving something in succession or passing through a line of succession.

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.

G0080

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-del-PHO

Translations: to brother, to a brother, to fellow believer, to a fellow believer, to countryman, to a countryman

Notes: This word refers to a brother by birth, but it is also commonly used in a broader sense to refer to a fellow countryman, a fellow human being, or, especially in a religious context, a fellow believer or disciple. It is a dative form, indicating the indirect object of an action, often translated with 'to' or 'for'.

Inflection: Dative, Singular, Masculine

Synonyms: ἈΔΕΛΦΟΤΗΣ, ΣΥΝΕΡΓΟΣ

Etymology: The word ἈΔΕΛΦΟΣ is a compound word formed from the prefix ἀ- (a-), meaning 'together' or 'same', and δελφύς (delphys), meaning 'womb'. Thus, it literally means 'from the same womb'.

G1941

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-peh-ka-LEH-toh

Translations: he was called, he was named, he was appealing, he was invoking, he was calling upon

Notes: This word is the imperfect middle/passive indicative form of the verb 'epikaleō'. It describes an action that was ongoing or repeated in the past. In the middle voice, it means 'to call upon oneself' or 'to appeal to', often for help or authority. In the passive voice, it means 'to be called' or 'to be named'. The context determines whether it refers to someone being called or named, or someone calling upon or appealing to someone else.

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

Synonyms: ΟΝΟΜΑΖΩ, ΚΑΛΕΩ, ΠΡΟΣΚΑΛΕΩ

G3528

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: nee-KAY-sas

Translations: having conquered, having overcome, having prevailed, having won

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb 'νικάω' (nikao), meaning 'to conquer' or 'to overcome'. As a participle, it describes an action that has been completed prior to the main verb in the sentence. It functions like an adjective or adverb, modifying a noun or verb by indicating that the subject has performed the action of conquering.

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

Synonyms: ΚΡΑΤΕΩ, ΥΠΕΡΝΙΚΑΩ

G2983

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: lah-BOHN

Translations: taking, having taken, receiving, having received, seizing, having seized

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb 'λαμβάνω' (lambanō), meaning 'to take,' 'to receive,' or 'to seize.' As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has already occurred. It often indicates the means or circumstance by which another action takes place. For example, 'having taken the book, he read it' or 'receiving the gift, she smiled.'

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

Synonyms: ΚΟΜΙΣΑΜΕΝΟΣ, ΔΕΞΑΜΕΝΟΣ, ΕΙΛΗΦΩΣ

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

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'.

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.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ky-zi-KAY-noo

Translations: of Cyzicus, Cyzicene, of the Cyzicene

Notes: This word is an adjective referring to something or someone from the ancient city of Cyzicus (Κύζικος) in Mysia, Asia Minor. It is used to describe a person, object, or concept associated with that city. In the provided examples, it appears in the genitive case, indicating possession or origin, such as 'of the Cyzicene' (referring to a person from Cyzicus) or 'of Cyzicus' (referring to something belonging to or originating from the city).

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

G2152

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: yoo-SEH-bays

Translations: pious, devout, godly, righteous

Notes: This word describes someone who is pious, devout, or godly. It refers to a person who shows reverence and respect towards God or the gods, and lives a life in accordance with divine will or religious principles. It can be used to describe individuals who are morally upright and dedicated to their faith.

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

Synonyms: ΕΥ̓ΛΑΒΗΣ, ΟΣΙΟΣ, ΔΙΚΑΙΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΕΥ̓ΣΕΒΗΣ is a compound word derived from the Greek prefix ΕΥ̓- (eu-), meaning 'good' or 'well', and the verb ΣΕΒΟΜΑΙ (sebomai), meaning 'to worship' or 'to revere'. Thus, it literally means 'well-worshipping' or 'rightly revering'.

G2564

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: ka-LOO-meh-nos

Translations: called, being called, named, who is called, who is named

Notes: This word is a present passive participle of the verb 'καλέω' (kaleō), meaning 'to call' or 'to name'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or a noun, describing someone or something that is being called or named. It can be translated as 'the one who is called' or simply 'called' or 'named'. It often introduces a descriptive phrase about a person or thing.

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

Synonyms: ΟΝΟΜΑΖΟΜΕΝΟΣ, ΠΡΟΣΑΓΟΡΕΥΟΜΕΝΟΣ

G4060

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: peh-ree-THEH-meh-nos

Translations: having put around, having placed around, having clothed, having crowned, having laid upon

Notes: This word is a perfect middle/passive participle derived from the verb 'peritithēmi'. It describes an action that has been completed in the past, with the subject either performing the action on themselves (middle voice) or having the action done to them (passive voice). It generally means 'having put something around' or 'having placed something around', often implying clothing, adorning, or laying something upon someone or something. For example, it could refer to someone having put on a crown or having been clothed with something.

Inflection: Perfect, Middle or Passive, Masculine, Singular, Nominative

Synonyms: ΕΝΔΥΣΑΜΕΝΟΣ, ΕΠΙΘΕΜΕΝΟΣ

G1238

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: dee-AH-day-mah

Translations: diadem, a diadem, crown, a crown

Notes: A diadem is a type of crown, specifically a headband or fillet worn as a symbol of royalty or authority. It signifies sovereign power and is typically worn by kings, queens, or other rulers. It is often used in contexts describing the investiture or display of royal authority.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΣΤΕΦΑΝΟΣ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek διάδημα (diádēma), from διαδέω (diadéō, “to bind around”), from διά (diá, “through, across”) + δέω (déō, “to bind”). It refers to something bound around the head.

G1856

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ex-AY-lah-sen

Translations: drove out, expelled, banished, drove away

Notes: This word describes the action of driving someone or something out, expelling them, or banishing them. It implies a forceful removal or a movement away from a place. It is often used in contexts of pushing out, sending away, or causing to depart.

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

Synonyms: ΕΚΒΑΛΛΩ, ΑΠΟΔΙΩΚΩ

Etymology: The word ἐξελαύνω (exelaunō) is a compound word formed from the preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the verb ἐλαύνω (elaunō), meaning 'to drive' or 'to push'.

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

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.

G2078

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ess-TEE-ah

Translations: hearth, a hearth, house, a house, home, a home, family, a family

Notes: This word refers to a hearth, which is the central part of a home where a fire is kept, often symbolizing the home or family itself. It can also refer more broadly to the house or dwelling. It is used to denote the physical place of residence or the concept of family and domestic life.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΟΣ, ΟΙΚΙΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *h₁wes- (to dwell, live, stay). It is related to Latin Vesta and Sanskrit Vasati.

G1517

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ice-EP-rat-teh

Translations: was collecting, used to collect, was exacting, used to exact, was demanding payment, used to demand payment

Notes: This word is an inflected form of the verb ΕΙΣΠΡΑΤΤΩ, meaning 'to collect', 'to exact', or 'to demand payment'. It is a compound word formed from the preposition ΕΙΣ (into, to) and the verb ΠΡΑΤΤΩ (to do, to accomplish, to exact). In this form, it describes an action of collecting or exacting money that was ongoing or repeated in the past. For example, it could be used in a sentence like 'He was collecting taxes' or 'He used to demand money'.

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

Synonyms: ΚΟΜΙΖΩ, ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΑΠΑΙΤΩ

G1218

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: DEE-mos

Translations: people, the people, common people, populace, a people, district

Notes: This word refers to the common people, the populace, or a community of people. It can also denote a specific district or locality where people reside. It is often used to distinguish the general population from rulers or elites.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΛΑΟΣ, ΟΧΛΟΣ

Etymology: From an uncertain root, possibly related to δαίω (daiō, "to divide"), referring to a division of land or people. It is the origin of English words like 'democracy' and 'demography'.

G0023

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ah-gah-NAK-tay-sas

Translations: being indignant, having been indignant, being greatly displeased, having been greatly displeased, being vexed, having been vexed

Notes: This word describes someone who is feeling or has felt strong indignation, displeasure, or vexation. It implies a sense of being greatly annoyed or angry about something, often due to a perceived injustice or offense. It is used to describe the state or action of someone who has become indignant.

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

Synonyms: ΟΡΓΙΣΘΕΙΣ, ΛΥΠΗΘΕΙΣ

G5261

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: hoo-FAP-sen

Translations: he set on fire, she set on fire, it set on fire, he kindled, she kindled, it kindled, he ignited, she ignited, it ignited

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb ὑφάπτω (hyphaptō), meaning 'to set on fire' or 'to kindle'. It describes an action completed in the past, indicating that someone or something ignited or set fire to an object. It is a compound verb formed from ὑπό (hypo, 'under' or 'secretly') and ἅπτω (haptō, 'to fasten', 'to light').

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΙΩ, ΠΥΡΠΟΛΕΩ, ΑΝΑΠΤΩ

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.

G1311

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-ef-THAY-ren

Translations: destroyed, corrupted, ruined, spoiled, perverted, wasted

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'completely', and the verb φθείρω (phtheirō), meaning 'to corrupt' or 'to destroy'. It means to utterly destroy, corrupt, or ruin something or someone. It can be used to describe physical destruction, moral corruption, or the spoiling of something good. It often implies a complete and thorough destruction or perversion.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΛΛΥΜΙ, ΚΑΤΑΛΥΩ, ΛΥΜΑΙΝΟΜΑΙ

G0491

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: an-TEE-o-khoo

Translations: of Antiochus

Notes: This is a proper noun, referring to Antiochus, a common name among Hellenistic kings and other notable figures, particularly in the Seleucid Empire. It is used to indicate possession or origin, similar to saying 'of Antiochus' in English.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Etymology: From Ancient Greek Ἀντίοχος (Antíokhos), meaning 'resisting' or 'steadfast'. It is a compound name derived from ἀντί (antí, 'against, in front of') and ἔχω (ékhō, 'to have, to hold').

G0936

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: bah-see-LEH-ohn-toss

Translations: of reigning, of ruling, of being king, of being a king, when he was reigning, when he was ruling, when he was king

Notes: This word is the present active participle of the verb 'βασιλεύω' (basileuō), meaning 'to reign' or 'to rule as king'. As a participle, it describes an ongoing action and functions like an adjective or adverb. In the genitive case, as seen here, it often forms a genitive absolute construction, indicating the time or circumstances during which an action occurs, typically translated as 'when [someone] was reigning' or 'during the reign of [someone]'.

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

Synonyms: ΑΡΧΟΝΤΟΣ, ΚΥΡΙΕΥΟΝΤΟΣ

G4585

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: seh-LEH-oo-koo

Translations: of Seleucus

Notes: This is the genitive singular form of the proper noun 'Seleucus'. Seleucus was a common name in the Hellenistic period, most notably referring to Seleucus I Nicator, a general of Alexander the Great and founder of the Seleucid Empire. In context, it typically refers to one of the kings named Seleucus.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Etymology: The name 'Seleucus' is of Greek origin, derived from the verb 'σέλευκος' (seleukos), meaning 'bright' or 'shining'. It was a common personal name in ancient Greece and particularly prominent among the Hellenistic kings.

G1627

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ek-FEH-rei

Translations: brings out, carries out, produces, bears, brings forth

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition 'ἐκ' (out of) and the verb 'φέρω' (to carry, to bear). It means to bring or carry something out from a place, to produce or yield something (like fruit from a tree or crops from the ground), or to bring forth something into existence. It can also imply revealing or disclosing something.

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

Synonyms: ΑΝΑΦΕΡΩ, ΕΞΑΓΩ, ΠΡΟΑΓΩ

G0622

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-POH-loo-tai

Translations: is destroyed, perishes, is lost, is ruined

Notes: This word is the third person singular, present indicative, middle or passive voice of the verb 'ἀπόλλυμι'. It means 'to be destroyed', 'to perish', 'to be lost', or 'to be ruined'. It describes something undergoing destruction or ceasing to exist, often implying a complete and irreversible end. It can be used to describe the destruction of things, people, or even abstract concepts.

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

Synonyms: ΦΘΕΙΡΕΤΑΙ, ΟΛΛΥΤΑΙ, ΑΦΑΝΙΖΕΤΑΙ

G5376

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: PHI-lip-pos

Translations: Philip

Notes: This is a masculine proper name, commonly translated as Philip. It refers to several individuals in ancient history, including apostles, kings, and other notable figures. It is used in sentences as the subject of a verb or as a direct object, depending on its case.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Etymology: The name Φίλιππος (Philippos) is of Greek origin, derived from the words φίλος (philos), meaning 'friend' or 'lover', and ἵππος (hippos), meaning 'horse'. Thus, it literally means 'lover of horses' or 'fond of horses'.

G2029

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: eh-pee-THEM-eh-noss

Translations: having laid upon, having put upon, having placed upon, having imposed, having attacked, laying upon, putting upon, placing upon, imposing, attacking

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'ἐπιτίθημι', meaning 'to lay upon', 'to put upon', 'to place upon', 'to impose', or 'to attack'. As a participle, it describes an action that has been completed or is ongoing, functioning like an adjective or adverb. It often indicates the subject has performed the action of laying something on, placing something on, or attacking someone/something.

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΤΙΘΗΜΙ, ΕΠΙΒΑΛΛΩ

G5100

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: TI-nos

Translations: of someone, of something, of anyone, of anything, of a certain one, of a certain thing, of what, of whom, whose

Notes: ΤΙΝΟΣ is the genitive singular form of the indefinite or interrogative pronoun 'τις'. As an indefinite pronoun, it refers to an unspecified person or thing, often translated as 'someone' or 'something'. As an interrogative pronoun, it asks about the identity or nature of a person or thing, translated as 'whose' or 'of what'. It is used to indicate possession, origin, or the object of certain prepositions.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine, Feminine, or Neuter

Synonyms: ΤΙΝΩΝ, ΤΙΝΙ, ΤΙΝΑ

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: lah-THOO-ross

Translations: Lathyrus

Notes: This is a proper noun, specifically a surname or epithet. It is most famously associated with Ptolemy IX Soter II, a pharaoh of Egypt, who was known as Ptolemy Lathyrus. The name distinguishes him from other Ptolemies.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Etymology: The etymology of 'Lathyrus' is uncertain, but it is believed to be a nickname or epithet given to Ptolemy IX Soter II, possibly referring to a type of pea or vetch (Lathyrus sativus), perhaps due to a physical characteristic or a specific event.

G80

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-del-FON

Translations: brother, a brother, fellowman, countryman, kinsman

Notes: This word refers to a brother by birth, but it can also be used more broadly to refer to a fellow countryman, a kinsman, or a spiritual brother (such as a fellow believer in a religious community). It is often used in the New Testament to address members of the Christian community. In a sentence, it would function as the direct object of a verb or the object of a preposition when in the accusative case.

Inflection: Masculine, Singular, Accusative

Synonyms: ΣΥΓΓΕΝΗΣ, ΟΜΟΙΟΣ

Etymology: The word ἈΔΕΛΦΟΣ is a compound word derived from the prefix ἀ- (a-), meaning 'together' or 'same', and δελφύς (delphys), meaning 'womb'. Thus, it literally means 'from the same womb'.

G0171

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-KAI-ron

Translations: unseasonable, untimely, out of season, inconvenient, a wrong time, an improper time

Notes: This word describes something that is not timely, appropriate, or convenient. It refers to an action or event that occurs at the wrong moment or is ill-suited for the circumstances. It can be used to describe a person who acts at an inappropriate time or a situation that is inopportune.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ἈΝΕΠΙΤΗΔΕΙΟΣ, ἈΠΡΟΣΦΟΡΟΣ, ἈΚΑΤΑΛΛΗΛΟΣ

G3004

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: leh-GO-meh-non

Translations: being said, being spoken, being called, being named, what is said, what is spoken, a thing said, a thing spoken

Notes: This word is a present passive participle derived from the verb 'ΛΕΓΩ' (lego), meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing something that is in the process of being said, spoken, or called. It can refer to a statement, a saying, or something that is being referred to or named.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter, Present, Passive

Synonyms: ΛΑΛΟΥΜΕΝΟΝ, ΦΑΜΕΝΟΝ

G1154

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: dah-MAS-koh

Translations: Damascus, (to) Damascus, (in) Damascus

Notes: This word refers to Damascus, an ancient city in Syria. It is a proper noun, indicating a specific place. In the provided context, it is used with a preposition (ἐν, 'in') to indicate location, meaning 'in Damascus'.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine

Etymology: The name 'Damascus' is of ancient Semitic origin, with its roots in Aramaic and Akkadian languages. It has been known by various forms throughout history, consistently referring to the prominent city in Syria.

G1416

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: DYS-in

Translations: setting, sunset, west, a setting, a sunset, a west

Notes: This word refers to the act of setting, particularly of the sun or other celestial bodies. It can also refer to the direction where the sun sets, which is the west. In a sentence, it would be used to indicate the time of day when the sun goes down or the geographical direction of the west.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΥΣΜΗ

Etymology: From the verb δύω (dyō), meaning 'to enter, to sink, to set'. It refers to the action of something sinking or setting, especially the sun.

G0080

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-del-FOYS

Translations: to brothers, to brethren, to fellow countrymen, to fellow believers

Notes: This word refers to brothers, both literal siblings and, more broadly, fellow members of a community, nation, or faith. It is often used in a figurative sense to denote close associates or fellow believers, emphasizing a bond of kinship or shared identity. In this dative plural form, it indicates the indirect object of an action, meaning 'to or for brothers/brethren'.

Inflection: Plural, Dative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΤΕΚΝΟΙΣ, ΟΜΟΓΕΝΕΣΙΝ

G0436

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: an-this-TAH-meh-nos

Translations: resisting, opposing, withstanding, setting oneself against, one who resists

Notes: This word is a present participle, meaning 'resisting' or 'opposing'. It describes an action of standing against or setting oneself in opposition to someone or something. It implies active resistance or confrontation.

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

Synonyms: ἈΝΤΙΤΆΣΣΩ, ἈΝΤΙΛΈΓΩ, ἈΝΤΙΠΊΠΤΩ

Etymology: The word ἈΝΘΙΣΤΗΜΙ is a compound word formed from the preposition ἀντί (anti), meaning 'against', and the verb ἵστημι (histēmi), meaning 'to stand'. Thus, it literally means 'to stand against'.

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: lah-oh-DEE-kay

Translations: Laodice

Notes: This is a proper noun, referring to a female person. It was a common name in the Hellenistic period, notably borne by several queens and princesses of the Seleucid Empire and other dynasties. It is used to identify a specific individual.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative

Etymology: The name Laodice is of Greek origin, derived from the elements 'λαός' (laos), meaning 'people', and 'δίκη' (dike), meaning 'justice' or 'custom'. Thus, it can be interpreted as 'justice of the people' or 'righteous among the people'.

G2064

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: el-THOHN

Translations: having come, when he came, after coming, coming

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb 'ἔρχομαι' (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go'. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred or is completed before the main verb's action. It often functions adverbially, indicating the time or circumstance of the main action, such as 'when he came' or 'after he had come'.

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

Synonyms: ΗΚΩΝ, ΠΑΡΑΓΕΝΟΜΕΝΟΣ

G3934

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: par-THOOS

Translations: Parthians

Notes: This word refers to the Parthians, the inhabitants of Parthia, an ancient kingdom located southeast of the Caspian Sea, in what is now northeastern Iran. It is used to denote the people themselves, often in a collective sense, as seen in contexts describing military campaigns or geographical references.

Inflection: Accusative, Plural, Masculine

Etymology: The word "ΠΑΡΘΟΣ" (Parthos) is derived from the Old Persian "Parthava," which was the name of the region and its people. It entered Greek through contact with the Persian Empire.

G4170

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: po-le-MOO-see

Translations: waging war, making war, fighting

Notes: This word is a present active participle, meaning 'waging war' or 'making war'. It describes an action that is currently happening. As a participle, it functions like an adjective, describing a noun, but it also retains verbal qualities, such as taking an object or being modified by an adverb. It refers to a female individual or a feminine concept that is engaged in warfare.

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

Synonyms: ΜΑΧΟΜΕΝΗ, ΑΓΩΝΙΖΟΜΕΝΗ

Etymology: The word ΠΟΛΕΜΕΩ (polemeō) comes from the noun ΠΟΛΕΜΟΣ (polemos), meaning 'war' or 'battle'.

G2531

Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction

Sounds like: KAH-thohss

Translations: just as, even as, according as, as, exactly as, in proportion as, like, according to, inasmuch as

Notes: This is a compound word formed from the preposition κατά (kata, meaning 'down' or 'according to') and the adverb ὡς (hōs, meaning 'as' or 'how'). It functions as an adverb or conjunction, primarily used to introduce a comparison, indicating that something is done or happens in the same way as something else. It can also express correspondence or proportion, meaning 'inasmuch as' or 'to the extent that'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΩΣ, ΚΑΘΑ

Etymology: From the Greek preposition κατά (kata, 'down, according to') and the adverb ὡς (hōs, 'as, how').

G0243

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: AL-loys

Translations: to others, for others, with others, other, another

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'other' or 'another'. It is used to refer to a different person or thing from one already mentioned or implied. In this inflected form, it is in the dative case, indicating the indirect object of an action, often translated with prepositions like 'to', 'for', or 'with'. It is a common word used to distinguish one group or item from another.

Inflection: Plural, Dative, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΕΤΕΡΟΣ

Etymology: The word ἄλλος (allos) comes from Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'other' or 'another'. It is related to Latin alius and English 'else'.

G1213

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: deh-DEH-loh-tai

Translations: it has been made clear, it has been shown, it has been declared, it has been revealed

Notes: This word is the third person singular perfect passive indicative form of the verb 'δηλόω' (dēloō), meaning 'to make clear,' 'to show,' or 'to declare.' In this form, it indicates an action that was completed in the past and has ongoing results in the present, specifically that something 'has been made clear' or 'has been shown.' It is used to state a fact that is now evident or established.

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

Synonyms: ΦΑΝΕΡΟΩ, ΔΕΙΓΝΥΜΙ, ΑΠΟΚΑΛΥΠΤΩ

G4714

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: stah-see-AH-san-tohn

Translations: of those who revolted, of those who rebelled, of those who caused dissension, of those who were at variance

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'stasiazo', meaning to revolt, rebel, or cause dissension. It describes a group of people who are in a state of rebellion or conflict. In this genitive plural form, it indicates possession or origin, often translated as 'of those who revolted' or 'of those who were at variance'. It is used to describe the actions of a group that has risen up against authority or is in internal conflict.

Inflection: Aorist Active Participle, Genitive, Masculine, Plural

Synonyms: ΑΦΙΣΤΑΜΑΙ, ΑΠΟΣΤΑΤΕΩ, ΕΠΑΝΙΣΤΑΜΑΙ

G1881

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-pan-ES-tay

Translations: rose up, stood up, rebelled, revolted, rose against, stood against

Notes: This word is a compound verb meaning to rise up or stand up against someone or something, often with the implication of rebellion, revolt, or opposition. It describes an action of taking a stand or rising in defiance. It can be used to describe individuals or groups rising against authority or an opposing force.

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

Synonyms: ΑΝΙΣΤΗΜΙ, ΕΦΙΣΤΗΜΙ, ΑΦΙΣΤΗΜΙ

Etymology: The word ἐπανίστημι (epanistēmi) is formed from the prefixes ἐπί (epi, meaning 'upon' or 'against') and ἀνά (ana, meaning 'up' or 'again'), combined with the verb ἵστημι (histēmi, meaning 'to stand' or 'to cause to stand').

G1484

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ETH-nos

Translations: nation, a nation, people, a people, Gentiles, a Gentile

Notes: This word refers to a nation, a people group, or a race. In the New Testament, it often refers specifically to the Gentiles, meaning non-Jewish people. It can be used to describe a large group of people united by common descent, culture, or language.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΛΑΟΣ, ΦΥΛΗ

Etymology: From an unknown root, possibly related to ἔθος (ethos, 'custom, habit'). It refers to a group of people sharing common customs or characteristics.

G0071

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ah-go-MEH-nays

Translations: being led, being brought, being kept, being celebrated, being held, being driven

Notes: This word is a present participle, indicating an ongoing action. It comes from the verb 'ἄγω' (agō), which means 'to lead' or 'to bring'. Depending on the context, it can refer to something being led, brought, driven, or even a festival or assembly being held or celebrated. It often describes an event or process that is currently taking place.

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

Synonyms: ΦΕΡΟΜΕΝΗΣ, ΕΧΟΜΕΝΗΣ

G2476

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ess-TOH-toss

Translations: of standing, of one who stands, of one who has stood, of one who is fixed, of one who is appointed

Notes: This word is the genitive singular masculine or neuter form of the perfect active participle of the verb ἵστημι (histēmi), meaning 'to stand', 'to set', 'to appoint', or 'to establish'. It describes something or someone that is in a standing or fixed position, or has been established. It can refer to the state of being upright, firm, or having taken a stand.

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

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΣΤΑΣ, ΕΣΤΗΚΩΣ, ΜΕΝΩΝ

Etymology: The verb ἵστημι (histēmi) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to stand'. It is related to many words across Indo-European languages that convey the idea of standing, setting, or placing.

G3195

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: MEL-lon-tos

Translations: of (one) about to, of (one) going to, of the future, of (one) intending

Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of the present participle of the verb 'μέλλω'. It signifies something that is 'about to happen', 'going to be', or 'intended'. It often describes a future event or state, or a person/thing that is on the verge of doing something. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun, or substantively, acting as a noun itself (e.g., 'the one who is about to').

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

Synonyms: ἘΣΟΜΕΝΟΥ, ΜΕΛΛΟΝΤΟΣ

G0906

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-BAL-lon

Translations: they were throwing, they threw, they were casting, they cast, they were putting, they put

Notes: This is the third person plural imperfect active indicative form of the verb 'βάλλω' (ballō). It describes an action of throwing, casting, or putting that was ongoing or repeated in the past. For example, it could be used in a sentence like 'they were throwing stones' or 'they kept putting things down'.

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

Synonyms: ΡΙΠΤΩ, ΤΙΘΗΜΙ, ΕΚΒΑΛΛΩ

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'.

G4643

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: skay-no-pee-GHEE-ah

Translations: Feast of Tabernacles, Feast of Booths, Tabernacles, Booths

Notes: This word refers to the Jewish Feast of Tabernacles, also known as the Feast of Booths. It is a compound word formed from 'skēnē' (tent, tabernacle) and 'pēgnymi' (to fix, to build), literally meaning 'the pitching of tents' or 'the erection of booths'. The feast commemorates the Israelites' forty years of wandering in the wilderness, living in temporary shelters.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Etymology: The word is a compound of Ancient Greek σκηνή (skēnē, “tent, booth, tabernacle”) and πήγνυμι (pēgnymi, “to fix, to build”).

G1538

Part of Speech: Adjective, Pronoun

Sounds like: eh-KAS-ton

Translations: each, every, each one, every one, each thing, every thing

Notes: This word means 'each' or 'every', referring to individual items or persons within a group. It is used to emphasize the distinctness of each member. It can function as an adjective modifying a noun, or as a pronoun standing in for 'each one' or 'each thing'.

Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΕΚΑΣΤΟΣ, ΠΑΣ

Etymology: The word comes from an intensive form of the demonstrative pronoun 'he' or 'that', emphasizing individuality.

G2370

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: THYR-soos

Translations: thyrsi, staves, wands

Notes: This word refers to a thrysus, which is a staff or wand, often associated with the Greek god Dionysus and his followers. It was typically adorned with ivy leaves and vines, sometimes with a pinecone on top. In a sentence, it would be used as the direct object of a verb, indicating something that is taken, held, or seen.

Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΡΑΒΔΟΣ, ΣΚΗΠΤΡΟΝ

Etymology: The word "thyrsos" is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek or from an Anatolian language. It refers to a specific type of staff used in ancient Greek religious rites.

G1213

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: deh-dee-LOH-kah-men

Translations: we have shown, we have declared, we have made clear, we have made known

Notes: This is a verb meaning 'to show', 'to declare', 'to make clear', or 'to make known'. It describes an action that was completed in the past and whose results continue into the present. It is used to state that a group of people (we) have already revealed or explained something.

Inflection: First Person Plural, Perfect Active Indicative

Synonyms: ΦΑΝΕΡΟΩ, ΔΕΙΓΝΥΜΙ, ΑΠΟΚΑΛΥΠΤΩ

Etymology: The word δηλόω (dēloō) comes from the adjective δῆλος (dēlos), meaning 'visible' or 'clear'.

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: geh-go-NO-tah

Translations: having become, having happened, having come to pass, that which has come to pass, things that have happened, things that have come into being

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'γίνομαι' (ginomai), which means 'to become,' 'to happen,' or 'to come into being.' As a perfect active participle, it describes an action that has been completed and whose results are ongoing. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun, or substantively, acting as a noun itself, often referring to 'things that have happened' or 'events that have occurred.'

Inflection: Perfect, Active, Participle, Accusative, Plural, Neuter

Synonyms: ΓΕΝΟΜΕΝΑ, ΣΥΜΒΕΒΗΚΟΤΑ

Etymology: The word 'γίνομαι' (ginomai) comes from an ancient Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to come into being' or 'to be born.' It is related to words in other Indo-European languages that convey ideas of generation, becoming, or existence.

G5092

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: tee-MACE

Translations: of honor, of value, of price, of a price, of an honor

Notes: This word is a noun that refers to honor, value, or price. It is used to express the worth, esteem, or cost associated with a person, object, or action. It can denote the respect given to someone, the monetary value of something, or the inherent worth of a concept.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΞΙΑ, ΚΟΣΤΟΣ, ΔΟΞΑ

Etymology: The word ΤΙΜΗ (timē) comes from an ancient root meaning 'to value' or 'to estimate'. It is related to the verb τιμάω (timaō), meaning 'to honor' or 'to value'.

G0370

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-NAX-ee-on

Translations: unworthy, unsuitable, unfitting, an unworthy thing

Notes: This word describes something or someone as not deserving or not suitable for a particular purpose, position, or honor. It implies a lack of merit or fitness. It can be used to describe actions, people, or objects that fall short of a required standard.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ἈΝΕΠΙΤΗΔΕΙΟΣ, ἈΚΑΤΑΛΛΗΛΟΣ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the prefix ἀν- (an-), meaning 'not' or 'un-', and ἄξιος (axios), meaning 'worthy' or 'deserving'. Thus, it literally means 'not worthy'.

G3710

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: or-ghis-THAYS

Translations: having become angry, being enraged, having been provoked

Notes: This word is an aorist passive participle, meaning 'having become angry' or 'having been enraged'. It describes a state of anger that has been entered into or a provocation that has been received, often indicating the cause or circumstance of a subsequent action. It functions like an adjective or adverb, modifying a noun or verb to provide additional information about the subject's state.

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

Synonyms: ΘΥΜΩΘΕΙΣ, ΕΞΑΓΡΙΩΘΕΙΣ

Etymology: The verb ὀργίζομαι (orgizomai) is derived from ὀργή (orgē), meaning 'anger' or 'wrath'. It describes the state of being filled with or experiencing anger.

G1783

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: droo-PHAK-ton

Translations: barrier, a barrier, fence, a fence, railing, a railing

Notes: This word refers to a barrier, fence, or railing, often made of wood. It is used to separate areas, restrict access, or enclose a space. In ancient contexts, it could refer to a partition in a temple or other public building.

Inflection: Nominative or Accusative, Singular, Neuter

Synonyms: ΦΡΑΓΜΟΣ, ΠΕΡΙΒΟΛΟΣ

Etymology: From the verb δρύπτω (druptō), meaning 'to tear, to scratch', referring to something that is torn or broken off, hence a piece of wood used as a barrier.

G0906

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: bah-LOH-meh-nos

Translations: throwing, casting, putting, laying, having thrown, having cast, having put, having laid

Notes: ΒΑΛΟΜΕΝΟΣ is the aorist middle participle of the verb ΒΑΛΛΩ (ballō), meaning 'to throw', 'to cast', 'to put', or 'to lay'. As a middle voice participle, it often implies an action done by the subject for themselves or concerning themselves, or an action that affects the subject. It can be translated as 'having thrown (for oneself)', 'having cast (for oneself)', 'having put (for oneself)', or 'having laid (for oneself)'. In context, it often refers to an action completed in the past that has ongoing relevance.

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

Synonyms: ΡΙΠΤΩ, ΤΙΘΗΜΙ, ΕΚΒΑΛΛΩ

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.

G2361

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: THRING-koo

Translations: of a parapet, of a battlement, of a coping, of a balustrade, of a fence, of a railing

Notes: This word refers to the top part of a wall or building, such as a parapet, battlement, coping, or railing. It is used to describe a protective or decorative structure at the edge of a roof or wall. In this form, it indicates possession or origin, meaning 'of a parapet' or 'belonging to a coping'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Etymology: The word ΘΡΙΓΚΟΣ (thrigkos) is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek.

G1832

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ex-AIN

Translations: it was lawful, it was permitted, it was possible

Notes: This word is the imperfect active indicative, third person singular form of the verb ἔξεστι (exesti), meaning 'it is lawful' or 'it is permitted'. It is an impersonal verb, meaning it is always used in the third person singular and refers to a general state of lawfulness or possibility, rather than an action performed by a specific subject. It describes something that was permissible or possible in the past.

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

Etymology: The word ἔξεστι (exesti) comes from the preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the verb εἰμί (eimi), meaning 'to be'. Together, they convey the sense of 'it is out of' or 'it is from' a certain state, implying permission or possibility.

G0623

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-peh-PHRAT-ten

Translations: he was stopping up, he was blocking, he was shutting off, he was closing

Notes: This word describes the action of stopping up, blocking, or shutting off something. It is used to indicate a continuous or repeated action in the past, such as someone repeatedly or habitually blocking a path or closing an opening.

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

Synonyms: ΦΡΑΤΤΩ, ΕΜΦΡΑΤΤΩ

Etymology: The word ἀποφράσσω (apophrassō) is a compound word formed from the prefix ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb φράσσω (phrassō), meaning 'to fence in, to block, to stop up'.

G1529

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ICE-oh-don

Translations: entrance, an entrance, entry, way in, access

Notes: This word refers to the act of entering or a place through which one enters. It is a compound word formed from the preposition εἰς (eis), meaning 'into' or 'to', and the noun ὁδός (hodos), meaning 'way' or 'road'. It is used to describe a physical point of entry or a means of access.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΕἸΣΟΔΕΥΣΙΣ, ἘΠΙΒΑΣΙΣ

Etymology: The word ΕἸΣΟΔΟΣ is derived from the preposition εἰς (eis), meaning 'into' or 'to', and the noun ὁδός (hodos), meaning 'way' or 'road'. It literally means 'a way into'.

G3581

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: XEH-noos

Translations: strangers, foreigners, guests, hosts

Notes: This word refers to individuals who are not native to a particular place or community. It can mean a stranger, a foreigner, or someone who is visiting as a guest. In some contexts, it can also refer to the host who entertains guests. It is used in the accusative case, indicating the direct object of a verb or the object of certain prepositions.

Inflection: Plural, Masculine, Accusative

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΟΙΚΟΥΣ, ΑΛΛΟΓΕΝΕΙΣ

Etymology: The word ΞΕΝΟΣ (xenos) comes from Proto-Indo-European *gʰsénos, meaning 'guest, stranger, foreigner'. It is related to Latin hostis ('stranger, enemy') and hospes ('guest, host').

G4190

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: po-LEH-mee-os

Translations: hostile, an enemy, the enemy

Notes: This word can function as an adjective meaning 'hostile' or 'at war', or as a noun meaning 'an enemy' or 'adversary'. It is derived from the word for 'war' (πόλεμος) and describes someone or something that is engaged in conflict or opposition. When used as a noun, it refers to an opponent in battle or a personal foe.

Inflection: Masculine, Nominative, Singular

Synonyms: ΕΧΘΡΟΣ, ΑΝΤΙΚΕΙΜΕΝΟΣ

Etymology: The word πόλεμος (polemos) means 'war' or 'battle'. ΠΟΛΕΜΙΟΣ is derived from this root, indicating a relationship to war or conflict.

G2694

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tah-STREF-sah-meh-nos

Translations: having overthrown, having destroyed, having subverted, having turned over, having put an end to, having brought to an end, having brought to ruin

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb ΚΑΤΑΣΤΡΕΦΩ, meaning to overthrow, destroy, or bring to an end. As a participle, it describes an action completed by the subject, often translated as 'having overthrown' or 'having destroyed'. It is a compound word formed from the preposition ΚΑΤΑ (down, against) and the verb ΣΤΡΕΦΩ (to turn). It implies a complete turning over or overturning, leading to destruction or ruin.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΛΛΥΜΙ, ΚΑΤΑΛΥΩ, ΑΦΑΝΙΖΩ

G5411

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PHO-roo

Translations: of tribute, of tax, of a tribute, of a tax

Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of the noun 'φόρος' (phoros), which means 'tribute' or 'tax'. It refers to a payment or contribution exacted by a ruler or state, often as a sign of submission or for the support of the government. In a sentence, it would typically indicate possession or origin, such as 'the amount of the tax' or 'concerning the tribute'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΤΕΛΟΣ, ΔΑΣΜΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'φόρος' comes from the verb 'φέρω' (pherō), meaning 'to bear' or 'to carry'. It originally referred to something brought or carried, evolving to mean a payment or tribute.

G521

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-pah-go-GAYN

Translations: leading away, abduction, carrying away, removal, a leading away, an abduction, a carrying away, a removal

Notes: This word refers to the act of leading, carrying, or taking something or someone away. It can imply an abduction or removal, often with a sense of force or compulsion. It is used in contexts where something is being transferred from one place to another, or someone is being led away, possibly into captivity or judgment.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΙΧΜΑΛΩΣΙΑ, ΑΝΑΧΩΡΗΣΙΣ, ΕΚΒΑΣΙΣ

Etymology: The word Ἀπαγωγή (apagōgē) is derived from the verb ἀπάγω (apagō), meaning 'to lead away' or 'to take away'. It is formed from the prefix ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb ἄγω (agō), meaning 'to lead' or 'to bring'.

G2706

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-teh-REI-pei

Translations: to throw down, to tear down, to demolish, to destroy, to overthrow

Notes: This verb means to throw down, tear down, or demolish something, often referring to structures like buildings or altars. It implies a complete destruction or overthrow. It can be used in contexts of physical destruction or the overthrow of systems or powers.

Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑΛΥΩ, ΚΑΤΑΒΑΛΛΩ, ΑΦΑΝΙΖΩ

Etymology: From κατά (kata), meaning 'down', and ἐρείπω (ereipo), meaning 'to throw down' or 'to cast down'. The compound verb intensifies the action of throwing or casting down.

G5111

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: tol-MOHN-tos

Translations: of daring, of venturing, of being bold, of having courage, of presuming

Notes: ΤΟΛΜΩΝΤΟΣ is the genitive singular masculine or neuter form of the present active participle of the verb ΤΟΛΜΑΩ. It describes someone who is daring, venturing, or being bold. It often functions adjectivally, modifying a noun, or substantively, meaning 'of the one who dares' or 'of him who ventures'.

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

Synonyms: ΘΑΡΡΟΥΝΤΟΣ, ἘΠΙΧΕΙΡΟΥΝΤΟΣ

Etymology: The verb ΤΟΛΜΑΩ comes from the Greek word ΤΟΛΜΑ (tolma), meaning 'courage' or 'daring'. It is related to the concept of enduring or bearing something.

G4820

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soom-bal-EIN

Translations: to throw together, to bring together, to meet, to encounter, to contribute, to confer, to engage in battle, to join battle, to come to an agreement, to compare, to consider

Notes: This is an aorist active infinitive form of the verb ΣΥΜΒΑΛΛΩ, which is a compound word formed from ΣΥΝ (together with) and ΒΑΛΛΩ (to throw). It means to throw or bring things together, which can lead to various meanings depending on the context, such as meeting someone, contributing to something, engaging in a discussion, or even joining in battle.

Inflection: Infinitive, Aorist, Active

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΤΥΓΧΑΝΩ, ΣΥΝΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΣΥΝΙΣΤΑΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word ΣΥΜΒΑΛΛΩ is a compound verb derived from the preposition ΣΥΝ (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and the verb ΒΑΛΛΩ (ballo), meaning 'to throw' or 'to cast'.

G4886

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: soo-NAP-sas

Translations: having joined, having connected, having united, having fastened, having brought together

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle, meaning 'having joined' or 'having connected'. It describes an action that has been completed before the main verb's action. It can be used to describe someone who has brought things or people together, or who has formed a connection or alliance.

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

Synonyms: ΕΝΟΩ, ΣΥΝΔΕΩ, ΣΥΝΙΣΤΗΜΙ

G4098

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: peh-SOHN

Translations: having fallen, falling, fell, fallen

Notes: ΠΕΣΩΝ is the aorist active participle of the verb ΠΙΠΤΩ, meaning 'to fall' or 'to fall down'. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred or is completed relative to the main verb of the sentence. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun, or adverbially, indicating cause, time, or manner. For example, 'the man having fallen' or 'when he fell'.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑΠΙΠΤΩ, ΕΜΠΙΠΤΩ, ΠΕΡΙΠΙΠΤΩ

Etymology: The root verb ΠΙΠΤΩ comes from an ancient Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to fall'. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages that also convey the idea of falling or dropping.

G5561

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: khoh-REE-oyce

Translations: to a place, to places, in a place, in places, to a region, to regions, in a region, in regions, to a field, to fields, in a field, in fields, to a country, to countries, in a country, in countries

Notes: This word refers to a specific place, region, field, or country. It is used in the dative case, indicating the indirect object of an action, or the location where something occurs. For example, it could mean 'to the places' or 'in the places'.

Inflection: Plural, Dative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΤΟΠΟΙΣ, ΑΓΡΟΙΣ, ΧΩΡΑΙΣ

G1418

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: doos-BAH-toys

Translations: (to) difficult to pass through, (to) impassable, (to) inaccessible

Notes: This word is a compound adjective formed from the prefix 'δυσ-' (dys-), meaning 'difficult' or 'bad', and 'βατός' (batos), meaning 'passable' or 'able to be trodden'. Therefore, it describes something that is difficult to pass through, impassable, or inaccessible. It is used to describe places or paths that are hard to traverse.

Inflection: Dative, Plural, Masculine, Feminine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΑΒΑΤΟΣ, ΔΥΣΠΟΡΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΔΥΣΒΑΤΟΣ is a compound of the prefix δυσ- (dys-), meaning 'difficult', 'hard', or 'ill', and βατός (batos), meaning 'passable' or 'that may be trodden'. The latter part derives from the verb βαίνω (bainō), 'to go' or 'to step'.

G2692

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-ter-RAKH-thay

Translations: was broken, was shattered, was dashed down, was thrown down, was overthrown

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition κατά (kata, meaning 'down' or 'against') and the verb ῥάσσω (rhassō, meaning 'to strike' or 'to dash'). It means to be broken, shattered, or dashed down with force. It describes a violent breaking or overthrowing, often implying a complete destruction or defeat. It is used to describe something that has been violently thrown down or broken into pieces.

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

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΤΡΙΒΩ, ΚΑΤΑΒΑΛΛΩ, ΡΗΓΝΥΜΙ

G2968

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KOH-main

Translations: village, a village

Notes: This word refers to a village or a small town, typically an unfortified settlement smaller than a city. It is used to denote a rural community or a collection of dwellings outside of a major urban center. In a sentence, it would often be used to indicate a destination or location, such as 'they went to the village' or 'he lived in a village'.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΟΛΙΣ, ΧΩΡΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'settlement' or 'unfortified dwelling'. It is related to Latin 'pagus' (country district, village) and English 'home'.

G3433

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: MOH-lees

Translations: with difficulty, scarcely, hardly, barely, just, only just

Notes: This word is an adverb that indicates something is done with great effort or difficulty, or that it happens only just in time or to a very limited extent. It can convey the idea of something barely happening or being achieved. For example, 'he barely escaped' or 'they arrived only just'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΥΣΚΟΛΩΣ, ΣΧΕΔΟΝ

Etymology: The origin of this word is uncertain, but it is thought to be related to the Greek word μόλος (molos), meaning 'toil' or 'struggle'.

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-.

G1295

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-ah-SOH-zeh-tai

Translations: is preserved, is saved, is kept safe, is brought safely through, is rescued

Notes: This word is the third person singular present passive indicative form of the verb 'διασῴζω' (diasōizō). It means 'to be preserved' or 'to be saved' or 'to be brought safely through'. It describes an action where someone or something is kept safe or rescued from danger, often implying a complete and successful deliverance. For example, 'He is preserved' or 'It is kept safe'.

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

Synonyms: ΣΩΖΩ, ΔΙΑΦΥΛΑΣΣΩ, ΔΙΑΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ

G5343

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: PHEV-gohn

Translations: fleeing, running away, escaping, a fugitive, one who flees

Notes: This word is a present active participle of the verb 'φεύγω' (pheugō), meaning 'to flee' or 'to run away'. As a participle, it describes an ongoing action and can function adjectivally (describing a noun, e.g., 'the fleeing man') or substantively (acting as a noun, e.g., 'the one who is fleeing' or 'a fugitive'). It indicates someone currently in the act of fleeing or escaping.

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

Synonyms: ΔΙΔΡΑΣΚΩ, ΑΠΟΔΙΔΡΑΣΚΩ

G2029

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: eh-pee-theh-MEH-noo

Translations: of those laying upon, of those attacking, of those assailing, of those putting upon, of those imposing

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'Επιτίθημι' (epitithēmi), meaning 'to lay upon,' 'to put upon,' 'to impose,' or 'to attack/assail.' As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action performed by a noun. In this form, it refers to 'those who are laying upon' or 'those who are attacking,' often implying hostile intent or the act of placing something on someone/something.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle Voice, Genitive, Masculine, Plural

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΒΑΛΛΟΝΤΩΝ, ΕΠΙΒΑΙΝΟΝΤΩΝ

Etymology: This word is a compound of the preposition ΕΠΙ (epi), meaning 'upon' or 'on,' and the verb ΤΙΘΗΜΙ (tithēmi), meaning 'to place' or 'to put.'

G1484

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ETH-noos

Translations: of a nation, of the nation, of a people, of the people, of a Gentile, of the Gentile, of a heathen, of the heathen

Notes: This word refers to a nation, a people, or a race, often used in the context of non-Israelite peoples or Gentiles. It can also refer to a group of people united by common descent, language, or culture. In the New Testament, it frequently distinguishes between Jews and non-Jews (Gentiles).

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Neuter

Synonyms: ΛΑΟΣ, ΦΥΛΗ, ΓΕΝΟΣ

Etymology: From an unknown root, possibly related to ἔθος (ethos, 'custom, habit'), suggesting a group united by common customs.

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'.

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: ow-TOH

Translations: it, itself, the same

Notes: This word is a versatile pronoun and adjective. As a pronoun, it typically means 'he,' 'she,' 'it,' or 'they,' depending on its gender and number. When used as an adjective, it can mean 'the same' or serve as an intensive pronoun, emphasizing the noun it modifies, such as 'himself,' 'herself,' 'itself,' or 'themselves.' Its meaning is highly dependent on its grammatical case, number, and gender within a sentence.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Etymology: This word is believed to derive from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'that, that one.' It developed into the Greek pronoun and adjective 'autos,' retaining its core sense of identity or self.

G1537, G1803

Part of Speech: Preposition, Numeral

Sounds like: eks

Translations: out of, from, by, of, six

Notes: This word can function in two main ways. As a preposition, it means 'out of' or 'from', indicating origin, source, or separation. It is always used with the genitive case. It can also denote the agent or cause of something. As a numeral, it means 'six'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΑΠΟ, ΕΚ, ΕΞΑ

Etymology: As a preposition, it comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'out'. As a numeral, it comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'six'.

G1642

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: eh-LAHT-ton

Translations: less, smaller, fewer, a less thing, a smaller thing

Notes: This word is the neuter singular form of the comparative adjective 'ἐλάττων', meaning 'less', 'smaller', or 'fewer'. It is used to indicate a lesser quantity, size, or number when comparing two things. It can function substantively, meaning 'a less thing' or 'that which is less'.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΜΙΚΡΟΤΕΡΟΣ, ΟΛΙΓΩΤΕΡΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'ἐλάττων' is the comparative form of 'ἐλαχύς' (small, little), which is related to 'ὀλίγος' (few, little). It comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'small' or 'little'.

G3870

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: pa-ra-ka-LOON-tos

Translations: of one calling alongside, of one exhorting, of one comforting, of one entreating, of one appealing, of one encouraging

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'parakaleo'. It describes someone who is in the act of calling alongside, exhorting, comforting, entreating, or encouraging. As a genitive singular masculine or neuter participle, it often translates as 'of one who is exhorting' or 'of him who is comforting', indicating possession or source.

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

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΑΜΥΘΟΥΜΕΝΟΣ, ΠΑΡΑΚΛΗΤΟΣ

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.

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'.

G4819

Part of Speech: Participle, Noun

Sounds like: soom-beh-bee-KO-tah

Translations: things that have happened, events, occurrences, incidents, circumstances

Notes: This word is the neuter plural perfect active participle of the verb 'συμβαίνω' (symbainō), meaning 'to happen' or 'to occur'. When used in the neuter plural, it functions as a noun, referring to 'things that have happened' or 'events'. It describes the outcome or circumstances of a situation.

Inflection: Plural, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative, Perfect Active Participle

Synonyms: ΓΕΓΟΝΟΤΑ, ΠΡΑΓΜΑΤΑ, ΓΙΝΟΜΕΝΑ

G4441

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: poon-THA-noh-meh-noo

Translations: (of) inquiring, (of) asking, (of) learning, (of) hearing

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'πυνθάνομαι', meaning 'to inquire', 'to ask', 'to learn', or 'to hear'. As a genitive participle, it often functions adverbially, indicating the circumstances or time of an action, such as 'while inquiring' or 'when he inquired'. It can also be used substantively, meaning 'of the one inquiring' or 'of the one learning'.

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

Synonyms: ΕΡΩΤΑΩ, ΜΑΝΘΑΝΩ, ΑΚΟΥΩ

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.

G3870