2001 Translation

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ah-pang-gel-THEY-sees

Translations: (of) having been reported, (of) having been announced, (of) having been declared, (of) having been brought tidings

Notes: This word is the genitive singular feminine aorist passive participle of the verb ἀπαγγέλλω (apaggellō), which means 'to report,' 'to announce,' or 'to bring tidings.' As a passive participle, it describes something that has received the action of being reported or announced. It functions adjectivally or substantively, often indicating the cause or circumstance of an action, as in 'when it had been reported' or 'after the report.'

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

Synonyms: ΑΝΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ, ΕΞΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ, ΚΑΤΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ

G0846

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: ow-TOH

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Feminine or Neuter

Part of Speech: 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.

G3525

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: nee-KAH-nor-os

Translations: of Nicanor

Notes: Nicanor is a proper noun, referring to a male personal name. In the New Testament, Nicanor was one of the seven deacons chosen by the early church in Jerusalem to distribute food to the needy. There was also a Syrian general named Nicanor who fought against Judas Maccabeus.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Etymology: The name Nicanor is of Greek origin, derived from the verb 'νικάω' (nikaō), meaning 'to conquer' or 'to overcome'. It signifies 'victorious' or 'conqueror'.

G5056

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: teh-lew-TEES

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΘΑΝΑΤΟΥ, ΠΕΡΑΣ

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

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.

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.

G4862

Part of Speech: Preposition, Prefix

Sounds like: soon

Translations: with, together with, along with

Notes: ΣΥΝ is a preposition that typically takes the dative case, meaning 'with' or 'together with', indicating association, accompaniment, or union. It is also very commonly used as a prefix in compound words, where it conveys the idea of 'togetherness', 'union', 'completion', or 'joint action'. For example, 'συντρίβω' (syntribo) means 'to break together' or 'to crush', and 'συνκαίω' (synkaio) means 'to burn together'.

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

Synonyms: ΜΕΤΑ, ΟΜΟΥ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *kom, meaning 'with' or 'beside'. It is cognate with Latin 'cum' and English 'co-' or 'con-'.

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'.

G1519

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: EES

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

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

Part of Speech: 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.

G1603

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eks-EP-emp-sen

Translations: he sent out, he sent forth, he dispatched

Notes: This word describes the action of sending someone or something out or away, often with a specific purpose or mission. It implies a dispatch or commission. It is typically used in the past tense to indicate that the action has already occurred.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΣΤΕΛΛΩ, ΠΕΜΠΩ, ΕΞΑΠΟΣΤΕΛΛΩ

Etymology: The word ἐκπέμπω (ekpempō) is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the verb πέμπω (pempō), meaning 'to send'. Thus, it literally means 'to send out'.

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.

G0490

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: an-tee-O-khi-as

Translations: of Antioch

Notes: This word refers to the city of Antioch. It is a proper noun, and in this form, it indicates possession or origin, meaning 'of Antioch'. Antioch was a significant city in ancient times, particularly important in early Christian history.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Etymology: The name 'Antioch' comes from the Greek name 'Antiochos', which was common among the Seleucid kings who founded many cities named Antioch. It is derived from 'anti' (against, in front of) and 'echein' (to have, to hold).

G1841

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: eks-or-MAY-sas

Translations: having set out, having started forth, having rushed out, having gone forth

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle, meaning 'having set out' or 'having started forth'. It describes an action that was completed before the main verb of the sentence. It is often used to indicate the beginning of a journey or a sudden movement.

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

Synonyms: ἈΝΑΧΩΡΗΣΑΣ, ἘΚΠΟΡΕΥΘΕΙΣ

Etymology: The word ἘΞΟΡΜΑΩ is a compound word formed from the preposition ἘΚ (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the verb ὉΡΜΑΩ (hormao), meaning 'to set in motion', 'to rush', or 'to urge on'.

G3854

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: pa-ra-geh-NO-meh-nos

Translations: having come, having arrived, being present, having appeared

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'παραγίνομαι', meaning 'to come alongside', 'to arrive', or 'to be present'. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred relative to the main verb of the sentence. It often functions adverbially, indicating the circumstances or time of the main action, such as 'when he had come' or 'after arriving'.

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

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΗΚΩ, ΦΘΑΝΩ

Etymology: The word 'παραγίνομαι' is a compound word formed from the preposition 'παρά' (para), meaning 'beside' or 'alongside', and the verb 'γίνομαι' (ginomai), meaning 'to become' or 'to come into being'. Together, they convey the sense of 'coming alongside' or 'arriving'.

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.

G4754

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: strah-toh-peh-DEH-veh-tai

Translations: he encamps, she encamps, it encamps, he pitches camp, she pitches camp, it pitches camp, he takes up a position, she takes up a position, it takes up a position

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to encamp, to pitch a camp, or to take up a position. It describes the act of setting up a military camp or a temporary dwelling place, often in a strategic location. It is used in the third person singular, indicating that 'he, she, or it' is performing the action.

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

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΕΜΒΑΛΛΩ, ΚΑΤΑΛΥΩ

Etymology: The word ΣΤΡΑΤΟΠΕΔΕΥΩ is a compound word derived from ΣΤΡΑΤΟΣ (STRATOS), meaning 'army' or 'camp', and ΠΕΔΟΝ (PEDON), meaning 'ground' or 'plain'. It literally means 'to place an army on the ground'.

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).

G1510

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ON-tas

Translations: being, existing, those who are, those who exist

Notes: This word is the present active participle of the verb 'to be' (ΕἸΜΙ), inflected in the masculine accusative plural. It describes individuals or things that are currently in a state of being or existence. It can be translated as 'being' or 'existing', often referring to 'those who are' or 'those who exist' in a particular state or place, especially when used substantively (as a noun). For example, it might refer to 'those who are present' or 'those who are alive'.

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

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.

G1610

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ek-po-lee-or-KAY-sas

Translations: having besieged, having captured by siege, having taken by siege

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle, meaning "having besieged" or "having captured by siege." It describes an action that was completed in the past, often indicating the means or circumstance by which something else happened. It is a compound word formed from the preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning "out of" or "from," and πολιορκέω (poliorcheō), meaning "to besiege" or "to blockade." Thus, it literally means "to besiege out" or "to take by siege."

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

Synonyms: ΑἹΡΕΩ, ΚΑΤΑΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ

Etymology: The verb ἐκπολιορκέω (ekpoliorcheō) is a compound of the preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning "out of, from," and πολιορκέω (poliorcheō), meaning "to besiege." The latter part, πολιορκέω, comes from πόλις (polis), meaning "city," and ἕρκος (herkos), meaning "fence, enclosure," referring to the act of enclosing a city.

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

G0142

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-RAS

Translations: lifting, having lifted, taking up, carrying, removing, taking away

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'αἴρω' (airō), meaning 'to lift,' 'to take up,' 'to carry,' or 'to remove.' As a participle, it describes an action that is happening or has happened, often functioning like an adjective or adverb. It indicates the subject is performing the action of lifting or taking something. For example, 'lifting his face' or 'having taken the rod.'

Inflection: Aorist Active Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Singular

Synonyms: ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΒΑΣΤΑΖΩ, ΑΙΡΩ

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'.

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.

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.

G4710

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: SPOO-dayn

Translations: haste, a haste, diligence, a diligence, earnestness, an earnestness, zeal, a zeal, eagerness, an eagerness, effort, an effort

Notes: This word refers to quickness, speed, or haste. It can also denote earnestness, diligence, or zealous effort in carrying out a task. It describes the quality of being eager and committed to something.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΤΑΧΟΣ, ΖΗΛΟΣ, ΕΠΙΜΕΛΕΙΑ

Etymology: The word ΣΠΟΥΔΗ (spoudē) is derived from the verb σπεύδω (speudō), meaning 'to hasten' or 'to be eager'. It reflects the concept of moving quickly or acting with earnestness.

G4160

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-POY-ay-toh

Translations: was making, was doing, made, did, was producing, was performing

Notes: This word is the imperfect middle or passive indicative form of the verb 'poieō'. It describes an action that was ongoing or repeated in the past. In the middle voice, it means 'was making for oneself' or 'was doing for oneself'. In the passive voice, it means 'was being made' or 'was being done'. The context usually clarifies whether it's middle or passive.

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΑΤΤΩ, ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ

G3129

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: mah-THOHN

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΓΝΟΥΣ, ΕΙΔΩΣ

G1161

Part of Speech: Particle, Conjunction

Sounds like: DEH

Translations: but, and, now, then, moreover, however

Notes: ΔΕ is a common Koine Greek particle or conjunction used to connect clauses or sentences. It often indicates a transition, a contrast, or a continuation of thought. It can be translated in various ways depending on the context, such as 'but' when indicating opposition, 'and' when simply continuing a narrative, or 'now'/'then' when marking a new point or development.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΚΑΙ, ΑΛΛΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'and' or 'but'. It is an ancient particle used to connect ideas or introduce new information.

G5100

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: TEE-nee

Translations: to/for someone, to/for something, by someone, by something, with someone, with something, in what, to what, by what, a certain one, a certain thing, (to) what, (to) whom, (to) which

Notes: ΤΙΝΙ is the dative singular form of the indefinite and interrogative pronoun ΤΙΣ. As an indefinite pronoun, it means 'someone,' 'something,' 'a certain one,' or 'a certain thing,' indicating an unspecified person or object. As an interrogative pronoun, it means 'to whom,' 'to what,' 'by whom,' or 'by what,' asking about the recipient or agent of an action. Its meaning depends on the context, often indicating an indirect object or an instrument.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, All genders

Synonyms: ΤΙΣ, ΟΣΤΙΣ

G3686

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: too-NO-mah

Translations: the name, a name

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

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

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

G2696

Part of Speech: Verb, Adjective

Sounds like: kah-tes-trah-toh-peh-DEH-meh-non

Translations: encamped, having encamped, pitched camp, stationed, settled

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle, meaning 'having been encamped' or 'stationed'. It describes a state of being set up in a military camp or a fixed position. It can function adjectivally to describe something that is encamped, or verbally to indicate an action that has been completed in the past and has ongoing results.

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

Synonyms: ΣΤΡΑΤΟΠΕΔΕΥΩ, ΠΑΡΕΜΒΑΛΛΩ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the prefix κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and στρατοπεδεύω (stratopedeuō), meaning 'to encamp'. The latter is derived from στρατός (stratos), meaning 'army', and πέδον (pedon), meaning 'ground' or 'plain'. Thus, it literally means 'to set an army down on the ground'.

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'.

G4700

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ay-PEY-geh-toh

Translations: was hurrying, was hastening, was eager, was pressing on

Notes: This word is the imperfect middle or passive indicative form of the verb 'epeigō'. In the middle voice, it means 'to hurry oneself' or 'to hasten'. It describes an action that was ongoing in the past, indicating someone was in the process of moving quickly or being eager to do something.

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

Synonyms: ΣΠΕΥΔΩ, ΤΑΧΥΝΩ

Etymology: The word 'epeigō' is derived from the prefix 'epi-' (upon, to) and a root related to 'aigō' (to rush, to move quickly). It conveys the sense of urging oneself forward or being pressed to act.

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.

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.

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.

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: bak-KHEE-doo

Translations: of Bacchides

Notes: Bacchides was a Syrian general under Demetrius I Soter, the Seleucid king. He is mentioned in the First Book of Maccabees and in the writings of Josephus, primarily for his military campaigns against Judas Maccabeus and the Hasmoneans in Judea during the 2nd century BCE. The word is used here in the genitive case, indicating possession or origin.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Etymology: The name Bacchides is of Greek origin, derived from the name Bacchus (Dionysus), the Greek god of wine and revelry. It likely means 'son of Bacchus' or 'belonging to Bacchus'.

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.

G2334

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: theh-oh-REE-san-tes

Translations: having seen, having beheld, having observed, having gazed at, having considered

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle, meaning 'having seen' or 'having observed'. It describes an action completed in the past that has relevance to the present context. It is often used to indicate the cause or circumstance of another action. For example, 'Having seen the sign, they believed.'

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

Synonyms: ΒΛΕΠΩ, ΟΡΑΩ, ΕΠΙΒΛΕΠΩ

Etymology: The word 'θεωρέω' (theōreō) comes from 'θεωρός' (theōros), meaning 'spectator' or 'one who sees'. This in turn is derived from 'θέα' (thea), meaning 'a sight' or 'a spectacle', and 'ὁράω' (horaō), meaning 'to see'.

G2641

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: kah-tah-lee-PON-tes

Translations: leaving behind, forsaking, abandoning, deserting

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'καταλείπω' (kataleipō), meaning 'to leave behind' or 'to abandon'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing someone or something that is performing the action of leaving behind or forsaking. It can refer to 'those who have left behind' or 'having left behind'.

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

Synonyms: ΑΦΙΕΝΤΕΣ, ΕΓΚΑΤΑΛΕΙΠΟΝΤΕΣ

G4133

Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction, Preposition

Sounds like: PLAYN

Translations: but, nevertheless, except, only, however, save, yet, notwithstanding, (except) for

Notes: This word functions as an adverb, conjunction, or preposition, indicating an exception, contrast, or limitation. As an adverb, it means 'nevertheless' or 'only'. As a conjunction, it means 'but' or 'however', introducing a contrasting statement. As a preposition, it means 'except' or 'save', typically followed by a genitive case, indicating exclusion.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΑΛΛΑ, ΕΙ ΜΗ, ΧΩΡΙΣ

Etymology: From an obsolete root, possibly related to πλῆθος (plēthos, 'multitude'), suggesting a sense of 'fullness' or 'completeness' from which something is excluded.

G2448

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ee-oo-DAHS

Translations: Judas, Judah

Notes: This is a proper noun referring to a person or a geographical region. In the New Testament, it most commonly refers to Judas Iscariot, one of the twelve apostles who betrayed Jesus, or to Judas, the brother of Jesus. It can also refer to the tribe of Judah or the kingdom of Judah in the Old Testament context. It is used as a subject or object in sentences.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative

Etymology: From Hebrew יְהוּדָה (Yehudah), meaning 'praised'. It refers to the fourth son of Jacob and Leah, and subsequently to the tribe and kingdom descended from him.

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.

G1945

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: eh-pee-KEE-meh-nohn

Translations: of those lying upon, of those pressing upon, of those impending, of impending things, of those being laid upon, of those being imposed

Notes: This word is a present middle/passive participle, genitive plural, from the verb 'ἘΠΙΚΕΙΜΑΙ' (epikeimai). It describes something or someone that is lying upon, pressing upon, or impending. It can refer to a physical weight or pressure, or to something that is imminent or threatening, such as a burden, a task, or an enemy. In a sentence, it would function adjectivally or substantively, describing the nature of the genitive object.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Participle, Genitive, Plural, All genders

Synonyms: ἘΠΙΒΑΡΟΥΝΤΩΝ, ἘΠΙΠΙΠΤΟΝΤΩΝ, ἘΠΕΡΧΟΜΕΝΩΝ

Etymology: The word ἘΠΙΚΕΙΜΑΙ is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἘΠΙ (epi), meaning 'upon' or 'on', and the verb ΚΕΙΜΑΙ (keimai), meaning 'to lie' or 'to be laid'. Thus, it literally means 'to lie upon' or 'to be laid upon'.

G3367

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: may-THEH-nah

Translations: no one, nobody, nothing, any, not any, none

Notes: This word is a negative indefinite pronoun or adjective, meaning 'no one', 'nobody', 'nothing', or 'not any'. It is used to express a complete absence or negation of something or someone. As an adjective, it modifies a noun, indicating that there is 'not any' of that noun. As a pronoun, it stands in for 'no one' or 'nothing'. It is often used in prohibitions or commands, especially with the subjunctive mood, to forbid an action.

Inflection: Singular, Masculine or Feminine, Accusative

Synonyms: ΟΥΔΕΙΣ, ΟΥΔΕΝ

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'.

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.

G2010

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: eh-pee-TREH-pon-tohn

Translations: allowing, permitting, entrusting, committing, giving leave, giving permission

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'ἐπιτρέπω', meaning 'to allow' or 'to permit'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action or state. In this form, it refers to those who are allowing, permitting, or entrusting something. It can be used to describe people or entities that grant authorization or give permission for an action to occur.

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

Synonyms: ΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΑΦΙΗΜΙ, ΣΥΓΧΩΡΕΩ

G3634

Part of Speech: Adjective, Pronoun

Sounds like: OY-oss

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

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

Inflection: Masculine, Nominative, Singular

Synonyms: ΟΜΟΙΟΣ, ΤΟΙΟΥΤΟΣ

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

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'.

G4389

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: pro-TREP-oh-men-os

Translations: exhorting, encouraging, urging, inciting

Notes: This word is a present middle/passive participle of the verb 'προτρέπω' (protrepō). It describes someone who is actively exhorting, encouraging, or urging others to do something. It can also imply being urged or exhorted, depending on the context, but in the provided examples, it functions actively. It is often used to describe a persuasive action directed towards a group or individual.

Inflection: Present, Middle or Passive Voice, Masculine, Singular, Nominative, Participle

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΑΚΑΛΩΝ, ΠΑΡΑΙΝΩΝ, ΠΑΡΟΞΥΝΩΝ

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.

G2115

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: yoo-PSY-khohs

Translations: courageously, cheerfully, bravely, with good courage

Notes: This word is an adverb meaning "courageously" or "cheerfully." It describes an action performed with a good spirit, bravery, or confidence. It is used to indicate that someone is acting with a strong and positive mindset, often in the face of difficulty or danger.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΘΑΡΣΑΛΕΩΣ, ἈΝΔΡΕΙΩΣ

Etymology: The word ΕΥ̓ΨΥΧΩΣ (eupsychōs) is derived from the adjective ΕΥ̓ΨΥΧΟΣ (eupsychos), meaning 'courageous' or 'cheerful'. It is a compound word formed from ΕΥ̓ (eu), meaning 'well' or 'good', and ΨΥΧΗ (psychē), meaning 'soul' or 'spirit'.

G5286

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: hoo-phis-TAS-thai

Translations: to stand under, to undertake, to promise, to guarantee, to exist, to be, to endure, to submit, to withstand

Notes: This verb means to stand under, to undertake, or to promise. It can also mean to exist or to be, implying a state of being or enduring. In some contexts, it signifies submitting to or withstanding something. It is often used to describe taking on a responsibility or guaranteeing an outcome.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΥΠΙΣΧΝΕΟΜΑΙ, ΕΓΓΥΑΩ, ΥΠΟΜΕΝΩ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ὑπό (hupó, “under”) + ἵστημι (hístēmi, “to stand”). It literally means 'to stand under'.

G3870

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-reh-KAH-lei

Translations: he was calling alongside, he was exhorting, he was comforting, he was urging, he was appealing, he was entreating

Notes: This word is the third person singular imperfect active indicative form of the verb παρακαλέω (parakaleō). It describes an action that was ongoing or repeated in the past. It means to call someone to one's side, to summon, to invite, to encourage, to exhort, to comfort, to console, to appeal to, or to entreat.

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

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΑΜΥΘΕΟΜΑΙ, ΠΑΡΑΚΛΗΤΟΣ, ΠΑΡΑΙΝΕΩ

G5562

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kho-REH-in

Translations: to go, to make room, to contain, to hold, to advance, to withdraw, to have space, to be able to receive

Notes: This is the present active infinitive form of the verb 'χωρέω'. It describes the action of moving, making space, or containing something. It can be used to express the idea of progressing, withdrawing, or having the capacity to hold or receive something.

Inflection: Infinitive, Present, Active

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΥΠΑΓΩ, ΧΩΡΕΩ

Etymology: From the Greek word 'χώρα' (chōra), meaning 'space' or 'place'. The verb 'χωρέω' thus relates to occupying or moving through space.

G3004

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: leh-GON-tohn

Translations: (of) saying, (of) speaking, (of) telling, (of) relating, (of) calling, (of) naming

Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the present active participle of the verb 'λέγω' (legō), meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. It refers to 'those who are saying' or 'of those who are speaking'. It is often used to introduce direct or indirect speech, or to describe the action of a group of people who are speaking.

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

Synonyms: ΛΑΛΟΥΝΤΩΝ, ΦΩΝΟΥΝΤΩΝ

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.

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.

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.

G3172

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: MEG-eh-thos

Translations: greatness, magnitude, size, a greatness, a magnitude, a size

Notes: This word refers to the quality of being great in size, extent, or importance. It can describe physical dimensions, as in the size of an object, or abstract concepts like the greatness of a person or an event. It is typically used to denote a significant scale or degree.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΜΕΓΑΛΕΙΟΤΗΣ, ΜΕΓΑΛΟΣΥΝΗ

Etymology: The word "ΜΕΓΕΘΟΣ" comes from the adjective "μέγας" (megas), meaning "great" or "large." It is formed with the suffix "-θος" which is used to create nouns denoting a quality or state.

G0516

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ax-ee-O-ma-khoi

Translations: worthy of battle, fit for battle, a match for, able to contend with

Notes: This word is a compound adjective meaning 'worthy of battle' or 'fit for battle'. It describes someone or something that is a suitable opponent or has the necessary strength or quality to engage in a fight or contest. It is used to indicate that a person or group is a match for another in terms of strength, skill, or numbers.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Vocative, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ἸΣΟΠΑΛΗΣ, ἈΝΤΙΠΑΛΟΣ

G4823

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: sym-boo-LEH-oo-on-tohn

Translations: of those advising, of those counseling, of those consulting, of those deliberating

Notes: This word is a present active participle, meaning 'advising' or 'counseling'. It is a compound word formed from the preposition ΣΥΝ (SYN), meaning 'with' or 'together', and the verb ΒΟΥΛΕΥΩ (BOULEUO), meaning 'to counsel' or 'to deliberate'. In this inflected form, it refers to 'those who are advising' or 'those who are counseling', often implying a group of people giving advice or deliberating together. It is used in a genitive construction, indicating possession or relationship.

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

Synonyms: ΒΟΥΛΕΥΩ, ΠΑΡΑΙΝΕΩ, ΣΥΝΙΣΤΗΜΙ

Etymology: The word ΣΥΜΒΟΥΛΕΥΩ is derived from the prefix ΣΥΝ (SYN), meaning 'with' or 'together', and the verb ΒΟΥΛΕΥΩ (BOULEUO), which means 'to counsel' or 'to deliberate'. ΒΟΥΛΕΥΩ itself comes from ΒΟΥΛΗ (BOULE), meaning 'council' or 'plan'.

G0300

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-nah-khoh-REH-in

Translations: to withdraw, to depart, to go away, to retire, to return

Notes: This word is a compound verb meaning 'to withdraw' or 'to depart'. It is often used to describe someone leaving a place, either to go to another location, to retreat, or to return to a previous state or place. It can also imply a separation or a retirement from a situation or group.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ἈΠΟΧΩΡΕΩ, ἘΚΧΩΡΕΩ, ἈΝΑΛΥΩ

Etymology: This word is formed from the prefix ἀνά (ana), meaning 'up' or 'back', and the verb χωρέω (chōreō), meaning 'to make room, to go, to proceed'.

G4982

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: SOH-dzein

Translations: to save, to deliver, to preserve, to make whole, to heal

Notes: This word means to save, deliver, preserve, or make whole. It can refer to physical deliverance from danger, preservation of life, or healing from illness. In a spiritual context, it often refers to salvation from sin and its consequences, leading to eternal life.

Inflection: Infinitive, Present, Active

Synonyms: ΡΥΟΜΑΙ, ΔΙΑΣΩΖΩ, ΣΩΤΗΡΙΑ

Etymology: The word ΣΩΖΩ (sōzō) comes from the ancient Greek root *σῶς (sōs), meaning 'safe' or 'sound'. It is related to the concept of wholeness and well-being.

G0861

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: OW-this

Translations: again, anew, back, once more, furthermore, on the other hand

Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'again' or 'anew'. It is used to indicate a repetition of an action or a return to a previous state or place. It can also be used to introduce a new point or a contrasting idea, similar to 'furthermore' or 'on the other hand'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΑΛΙΝ, ἘΤΙ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek αὖθις (authis), meaning 'again', 'back again'. It is related to αὖ (au), meaning 'again', 'furthermore'.

G4863

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: soo-na-ga-GON-tas

Translations: having gathered, gathering, collecting, assembling

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb 'συνάγω' (synagō), meaning 'to gather' or 'to assemble'. As a participle, it describes an action performed by the subject of the main verb, often indicating an action that occurred prior to or concurrently with the main verb. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun, or adverbially, indicating cause, time, or manner.

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

Synonyms: ΑΘΡΟΙΖΩ, ΣΥΛΛΕΓΩ, ΣΥΝΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word 'συνάγω' (synagō) is a compound word formed from the preposition 'σύν' (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and the verb 'ἄγω' (agō), meaning 'to lead' or 'to bring'. Thus, it literally means 'to lead together' or 'to bring together'.

G2398

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: EE-dee-oos

Translations: own, one's own, their own, his own, private, peculiar

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'one's own' or 'private'. It is often used substantively, meaning 'one's own people' or 'one's own possessions/things'. It emphasizes a personal connection or belonging.

Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΥ̓ΤΟΥ, ἘΑΥ̓ΤΟΥ

Etymology: The word ἴδιος (idios) comes from Proto-Indo-European *swe- (reflexive pronoun), meaning 'self'. It developed to signify something belonging to oneself or peculiar to an individual.

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.

G3778

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: TOOT

Translations: this, that, this one, that one, of this, of that, to this, to that

Notes: This word is an inflected form of the demonstrative pronoun and adjective 'οὗτος' (houtos), meaning 'this' or 'that'. It is used to point out something specific, either nearby or previously mentioned. As a pronoun, it can stand alone, referring to a person or thing. As an adjective, it modifies a noun, agreeing with it in gender, number, and case. Its meaning can shift slightly depending on the context, often emphasizing proximity or a specific reference.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΟΔΕ, ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-PI-doy

Translations: look upon, observe, see, consider

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to look upon,' 'to observe,' or 'to see.' It implies a careful or attentive gaze, often with the purpose of considering or understanding something. It can be used in contexts where someone is watching an event unfold or contemplating a situation.

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

Synonyms: ΒΛΈΠΩ, ὉΡΆΩ, ΣΚΟΠΈΩ

Etymology: The word ἘΦΟΡΆΩ is a compound word formed from the preposition ἘΠΊ (epi), meaning 'upon' or 'over,' and the verb ὉΡΆΩ (horaō), meaning 'to see' or 'to perceive.'

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

G1722

Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb

Sounds like: EN

Translations: in, on, among, by, with, at, into, to, for, toward, during, through, a, an

Notes: This word is a very common preposition in Koine Greek, meaning 'in', 'on', 'among', 'by', or 'with'. It is used to indicate location, time, or means. When used with the dative case, it typically means 'in', 'on', 'at', or 'among'. When used with the accusative case, it indicates motion 'into' or 'to' a place, or a purpose 'for' something. It can also function as an adverb meaning 'therein' or 'within'.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a preposition). Governs the dative or accusative case.

Synonyms: ΕΠΙ, ΠΡΟΣ, ΔΙΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *en, meaning 'in'. It is a very ancient and fundamental preposition.

G1473

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: eh-GOH

Translations: I, me

Notes: ἘΓΩ is the first-person singular personal pronoun in Koine Greek, meaning "I" or "me." It refers to the speaker and functions primarily as the subject of a sentence. While the first-person singular verb ending often makes the pronoun redundant, ἘΓΩ is frequently used for emphasis, similar to saying "I myself" or "even I" in English. It can also be used to clarify the subject when multiple individuals are involved.

Inflection: First Person, Singular, Nominative

Etymology: This word is an ancient pronoun, tracing its origins back to Proto-Indo-European. It has cognates in many Indo-European languages, reflecting a shared linguistic heritage.

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.

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).

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'.

G3918

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: pa-RON

Translations: present, being present, at hand, here, one who is present, a present one

Notes: This word is the masculine singular nominative present active participle of the verb 'πάρειμι' (pareimi), meaning 'to be present' or 'to be at hand'. As a participle, it describes someone or something that is currently present or existing in a particular place or time. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun (e.g., 'the present man'), or substantively, acting as a noun itself (e.g., 'the one who is present').

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine, Present Active Participle

Synonyms: ΕΝΩΝ, ΕΝΔΗΜΩΝ

Etymology: The word 'πάρειμι' is a compound word formed from the preposition 'παρά' (para), meaning 'beside' or 'alongside', and the verb 'εἰμί' (eimi), meaning 'to be'. Thus, it literally means 'to be alongside' or 'to be present'.

G2540

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: kai-ROS

Translations: time, a time, season, a season, appointed time, an appointed time, opportune time, an opportune time

Notes: This word refers to a specific, opportune, or appointed time, often implying a critical moment or a season of activity, as opposed to chronological time (chronos). It is used to denote the right or proper time for something to happen or be done.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΧΡΟΝΟΣ, ΩΡΑ, ΕΥΚΑΙΡΙΑ

Etymology: The etymology of 'ΚΑΙΡΟΣ' is uncertain, but it is thought to be related to the verb 'κείρω' (keirō), meaning 'to cut', possibly referring to a 'cut' or 'decisive' moment in time.

G5342

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: FEH-rei

Translations: he carries, she carries, it carries, he bears, she bears, it bears, he brings, she brings, it brings, he produces, she produces, it produces, he endures, she endures, it endures

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to carry,' 'to bear,' 'to bring,' 'to produce,' or 'to endure.' It is used to describe the action of someone or something moving an object, or the act of a plant producing fruit, or a person enduring hardship. It is a very common and versatile verb in Koine Greek.

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

Synonyms: ΑΓΩ, ΚΟΜΙΖΩ, ΒΑΣΤΑΖΩ

G1163

Part of Speech: Impersonal Verb

Sounds like: DEH-ee

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΧΡΗ, ΑΝΑΓΚΗ ΕΣΤΙΝ

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

G3843

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: PAN-tohs

Translations: certainly, by all means, altogether, surely, doubtless, absolutely, entirely, at any rate

Notes: This word is an adverb derived from the adjective 'πᾶς' (pas), meaning 'all' or 'every'. It is used to emphasize certainty, totality, or necessity. It can be translated as 'certainly,' 'surely,' 'by all means,' or 'altogether,' indicating that something is definitely true or will definitely happen. It can also mean 'at any rate' or 'in any case,' suggesting a minimum level of certainty or action.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΑΣΗ, ΠΑΝΤΗ

G3164

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: mah-KHO-meh-non

Translations: fighting, contending, waging war, a fighting one, that which is fighting

Notes: ΜΑΧΟΜΕΝΟΝ is the present middle/passive participle of the verb ΜΑΧΟΜΑΙ, meaning 'to fight' or 'to contend'. As a participle, it describes an action that is ongoing. In this form, it functions adjectivally or substantively, meaning 'the one fighting' or 'that which is fighting'. It can be used to describe someone or something engaged in combat or dispute.

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

Synonyms: ΠΟΛΕΜΕΩ, ΑΓΩΝΙΖΟΜΑΙ, ΕΡΙΖΩ

G2476

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: STAY-so-my

Translations: I will stand, I will take my stand, I will be set, I will be appointed, I will be established

Notes: This word is the first person singular future middle indicative form of the verb ἵστημι (histēmi). It means 'I will stand' or 'I will take my stand'. In the middle voice, it emphasizes the subject performing the action for themselves or on their own behalf. It can also mean 'I will be set' or 'I will be appointed' in a passive sense, depending on the context.

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

Synonyms: ΑΝΙΣΤΗΜΙ, ΕΦΙΣΤΗΜΙ

Etymology: The verb ἵστημι (histēmi) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *steh₂-, meaning 'to stand'. It is a common verb in Greek and other Indo-European languages, referring to the act of standing, setting, or causing to stand.

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.

G5278

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: hoo-po-MEH-nohn

Translations: enduring, persevering, remaining, waiting, abiding, patient

Notes: This word is a present active participle of the verb 'hypomenō'. It describes someone who is actively enduring, persevering, or remaining steadfast. It implies a continuous action of patiently bearing up under difficulties or waiting for something. It can be used to describe a person who is steadfast in their faith or in a difficult situation.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΡΤΕΡΩ, ΑΝΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΠΡΟΣΚΑΡΤΕΡΩ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ὑπό (hypó, “under, by”) + μένω (ménō, “to stay, remain”). It literally means 'to remain under' or 'to stay behind', evolving to mean 'to endure' or 'to persevere'.

G3195

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: MEL-lon

Translations: about to, going to, destined to, future, that which is about to be, the future

Notes: This word is a present active participle of the verb 'μέλλω', meaning 'to be about to' or 'to be destined to'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or a noun, describing something that is imminent or will happen in the future. It can refer to a future event or a person/thing that is on the verge of doing something or experiencing something.

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

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.

G2235

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: AY-day

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΝΥΝ, ΑΥΤΙΚΑ, ΕΥΘΕΩΣ

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

G2720

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: kah-tor-THOH-meh-noys

Translations: accomplished, successful, achieved, prosperous, well-done

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle, meaning 'having been accomplished' or 'having been made successful'. It describes something that has been brought to a successful conclusion or has been done well. It is often used to refer to deeds, actions, or endeavors that have met with success or are considered achievements. It is a compound word formed from 'κατά' (down, against, according to) and 'ὀρθόω' (to make straight, to set right).

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

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΤΥΓΧΑΝΩ, ΠΕΡΑΙΝΩ, ΤΕΛΕΩ

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.

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'.

G1391

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: DOK-say

Translations: glory, a glory, honor, an honor, splendor, a splendor, majesty, a majesty, renown, a renown, reputation, a reputation, dignity, a dignity

Notes: This word refers to glory, honor, splendor, or majesty. It can describe the inherent nature of God, the visible manifestation of His presence, or the esteem and reputation of a person. It is often used in contexts of praise, worship, or divine revelation. It can also refer to human reputation or dignity.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΤΙΜΗ, ΚΛΕΟΣ, ΦΗΜΗ

Etymology: The word ΔΟΞΑ (doxa) comes from the Greek verb δοκέω (dokeō), meaning 'to seem, to appear, to think, to suppose'. Over time, it evolved to mean 'opinion, reputation, honor, and then glory'.

G4316

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pros-BAL-loh

Translations: I will attack, I will assault, I will throw against, I will apply, I will bring to bear

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition ΠΡΟΣ (pros), meaning 'to' or 'towards', and the verb ΒΑΛΛΩ (ballō), meaning 'to throw' or 'to cast'. Together, it means to throw oneself or something against, hence to attack or assault. It can also mean to apply something or bring it to bear upon something else. In the provided context, it refers to launching an attack.

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

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΤΙΘΗΜΙ, ΕΦΟΔΕΥΩ, ΕΠΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

G5277

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: hoo-po-leef-THEN-tas

Translations: those who were left behind, those who remained, those who survived

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'hypoleipō', meaning 'to leave behind' or 'to remain'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing someone or something that has been left behind or has remained. In this form, it refers to a group of people who were left behind or survived.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑΛΕΙΦΘΕΝΤΑΣ, ΠΕΡΙΛΕΙΦΘΕΝΤΑΣ

G3870

Part of Speech: Participle, Noun, Adjective

Sounds like: pah-rah-kah-LOHN

Translations: comforting, exhorting, encouraging, appealing, entreating, inviting, consoling, a comforter, an exhorter, one who comforts, one who exhorts

Notes: This word is a present active participle, meaning 'one who is comforting' or 'one who is exhorting'. It describes an ongoing action of providing comfort, encouragement, or an appeal. It can function as an adjective modifying a noun, or as a substantive (a noun) referring to the person performing the action, such as 'the comforter' or 'the one who exhorts'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine, Present Active Participle

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΗΓΟΡΩΝ, ΠΑΡΑΜΥΘΟΥΜΕΝΟΣ

G2706

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: kah-tah-froh-nay-SAN-tahs

Translations: having despised, having scorned, having looked down upon, having disdained

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'kataphroneō', meaning 'to despise' or 'to look down upon'. It describes someone who has already performed the action of despising or scorning. It is used to indicate a completed action in the past, often functioning adjectivally to describe a noun or pronominally as a substantive.

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

Synonyms: ΥΠΕΡΟΡΑΩ, ΑΘΕΤΕΩ, ΟΛΙΓΩΡΕΩ

G1806

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: eks-ah-ga-GOHN

Translations: leading out, bringing out, who led out, who brought out

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle, meaning 'having led out' or 'who led out'. It is a compound word formed from the preposition 'ἐκ' (out of) and the verb 'ἀγω' (to lead or bring). It describes someone or something that performs the action of leading or bringing out, often functioning like a relative clause in English.

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

Synonyms: ἈΝΑΓΩ, ἘΚΦΕΡΩ

Etymology: The word ἘΞΑΓΩ is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the verb ἀγω (ago), meaning 'to lead', 'to bring', or 'to carry'.

G4754

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: strah-TOH-peh-doo

Translations: of a camp, of the camp, of an army, of the army, of an encampment, of the encampment

Notes: This word refers to a military camp, an encampment, or by extension, the army or troops stationed within it. It is a compound word formed from 'στρατός' (army) and 'πέδον' (ground, plain). In this form, 'ΣΤΡΑΤΟΠΕΔΟΥ' is the genitive singular, indicating possession or origin, often translated with 'of' (e.g., 'of the camp'). It can be used to describe the location where an army is stationed or the collective body of soldiers itself.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Neuter

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΕΜΒΟΛΗ, ΣΤΡΑΤΕΥΜΑ

Etymology: The word ΣΤΡΑΤΟΠΕΔΟΝ is a compound noun derived from two Greek words: στρατός (stratos), meaning 'army' or 'expedition', and πέδον (pedon), meaning 'ground' or 'plain'. Thus, it literally means 'army ground' or 'army plain', referring to the place where an army encamps.

G3903

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-re-TAS-se-toh

Translations: was arrayed, was drawn up, was set in battle array, was put in order

Notes: This word is a compound verb, meaning 'to array alongside' or 'to draw up in battle order'. It describes the action of arranging troops or forces for battle, or being arranged in such a manner. The form given indicates an ongoing or repeated action in the past, where the subject was being arrayed or was arraying themselves.

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

Synonyms: ΤΑΤΤΩ, ΣΥΝΤΑΤΤΩ, ΔΙΑΤΑΤΤΩ

G2768

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: keh-RAH-tohn

Translations: of horns

Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of 'κέρας' (keras), meaning 'horn'. It refers to the hard, bony projections on the heads of certain animals. Metaphorically, 'horn' can symbolize strength, power, or dominion. In a sentence, 'κεράτων' would be used to indicate possession or origin, such as 'the strength of horns' or 'made from horns'.

Inflection: Genitive, Plural, Neuter

Etymology: The word 'κέρας' (keras) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'horn'. It is related to words for horn in other Indo-European languages.

G0846

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-.

G4369

Part of Speech: Participle, Verb

Sounds like: soon-TAKS-as

Translations: having arranged, having ordered, having drawn up, having appointed, having commanded, having composed

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb ΣΥΝΤΑΣΣΩ (syntassō), which means to arrange, to order, to draw up (especially troops), to appoint, or to compose (a writing). As a participle, it describes an action completed in the past by the subject, functioning adjectivally or adverbially. For example, it could describe someone who 'having arranged' something, then proceeded to do something else.

Inflection: Aorist Active Participle, Masculine, Nominative, Singular

Synonyms: ΔΙΑΤΑΣΣΩ, ΤΑΣΣΩ, ΚΑΘΙΣΤΗΜΙ

G1893

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: eh-PEI

Translations: since, because, for, when, after, inasmuch as

Notes: This word functions as a conjunction or adverb, introducing a clause that provides a reason, cause, or time. As a conjunction, it can mean 'since' or 'because' when indicating a cause, or 'when' or 'after' when indicating time. As an adverb, it can mean 'for' or 'inasmuch as'. It often introduces a dependent clause that explains the main clause.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΟΤΙ, ΚΑΘΟΤΙ, ΕΠΕΙΔΗ

Etymology: From the preposition ἐπί (epi, 'upon, on') and the particle εἰ (ei, 'if'). It originally meant 'upon the condition that' or 'when'.

G4369

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pros-EM-ix-en

Translations: he joined, she joined, it joined, he approached, she approached, it approached, he came into contact with, she came into contact with, it came into contact with

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition ΠΡΟΣ (pros), meaning 'to' or 'towards', and the verb ΜΙΓΝΥΜΙ (mignymi), meaning 'to mix' or 'to join'. In this form, it means to join, approach, or come into contact with something or someone, often in a hostile or confrontational manner, such as engaging in battle or approaching an enemy camp. It describes an action of drawing near or making contact.

Inflection: Aorist Indicative, Active, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΣΥΝΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

G4591

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: say-MAY-nye

Translations: to signify, to show, to indicate, to give a sign, to make known, to announce, to command, to give orders

Notes: This word is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'σημαίνω' (sēmainō). It means 'to signify,' 'to show,' or 'to indicate.' It can also mean 'to make known,' 'to announce,' or 'to give orders,' especially in a military context. It is used to express the action of conveying information or giving a command.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΔΗΛΟΩ, ΦΑΙΝΩ, ΜΗΝΥΩ

G0214

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: ah-lah-LAX-ah-sahn

Translations: having shouted, having cried out, having yelled, having wailed

Notes: This word is the feminine, singular, accusative form of the aorist active participle of the verb 'ἀλαλάζω'. It describes an action completed in the past, often referring to a loud shout, a war cry, or a wail. It would be used to describe a female subject who has performed such an action, for example, 'the woman, having shouted, ran away'.

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

Synonyms: ΒΟΑΩ, ΚΡΑΖΩ, ὈΛΟΛΥΖΩ

Etymology: The verb 'ἀλαλάζω' is an onomatopoeic word, meaning it imitates the sound it describes. It is derived from the sound 'ἀλαλαί' (alalái), which was a common war cry or shout of triumph or lamentation.

G4334

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pros-ee-EH-nai

Translations: to approach, to come to, to go to, to come near, to allow to come, to permit to come

Notes: This word is the present active infinitive of the verb προσίημι (prosiēmi). It means to approach or come near to someone or something. It can also mean to allow or permit someone to come. It is often used in contexts where a person or thing moves towards another.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΠΑΡΕΙΜΙ

Etymology: The word προσίημι is a compound verb formed from the preposition πρός (pros), meaning "to, toward, with," and the verb ἵημι (hiēmi), meaning "to send, to throw, to put in motion." Thus, it literally means "to send oneself toward" or "to put oneself in motion toward."

G0846

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.

G4160

Part of Speech: Participle, Verb

Sounds like: poy-AY-sas

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΑΞΑΣ, ΕΡΓΑΣΑΜΕΝΟΣ

G4820

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soom-BAL-lee

Translations: he/she/it throws together, he/she/it meets, he/she/it encounters, he/she/it contributes, he/she/it consults, he/she/it fights, he/she/it compares

Notes: This word is a compound verb meaning to 'throw together' or 'bring together'. It can be used in various contexts, such as to meet someone, to engage in a conflict or battle, to contribute something, or to consult with others. It can also mean to compare or to consider.

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

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΣΥΝΤΙΘΗΜΙ

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

G0075

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ah-goh-nee-ZOH-meh-nohn

Translations: contending, struggling, fighting, striving, competing, wrestling, those who are contending, of those who are contending

Notes: This word describes someone who is actively engaged in a struggle, contest, or fight. It implies intense effort and striving, often in a competitive or challenging situation. It can refer to physical combat, athletic competition, or even a spiritual or moral struggle. As a genitive plural, it often functions to describe 'of those who are contending' or 'belonging to those who are struggling'.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Participle, Genitive, Plural, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΜΑΧΟΜΕΝΩΝ, ΠΑΛΑΙΟΝΤΩΝ, ἘΡΙΖΟΝΤΩΝ

G3163

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: MA-khees

Translations: of battle, of fight, of combat, of a battle, of a fight, of a combat

Notes: This word refers to a battle, fight, or combat. It is used to describe a physical conflict or struggle between individuals or groups. As a noun, it can function as the subject or object of a sentence, or in this genitive form, it indicates possession or relationship, often translated with 'of'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΟΛΕΜΟΥ, ΑΓΩΝΟΣ, ΕΡΙΔΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΜΑΧΗ (machē) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *magh-, meaning 'to be able, to have power'. It is related to words signifying struggle or combat.

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.

G3900

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: pah-rah-tee-NOH-meh-nays

Translations: of being extended, of being prolonged, of being stretched out, of being continued

Notes: This word is a present middle/passive participle of the verb 'παρατείνω' (parateino), which means 'to stretch out alongside, to extend, to prolong, to continue'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that is ongoing. In this genitive feminine singular form, it often modifies a feminine noun in the genitive case, indicating possession or a descriptive quality, or it can be used in a genitive absolute construction to provide background information or circumstances for the main clause.

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

Synonyms: ΕΚΤΕΙΝΩ, ΕΠΕΚΤΕΙΝΩ

G1188

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: dehk-see-OH

Translations: right, right hand, on the right, to the right

Notes: This word refers to the right side or the right hand. It is often used in the dative case to indicate location or direction, meaning 'on the right' or 'to the right'. It can also function as a noun, referring to the 'right hand' itself. In the provided examples, it appears in the phrase 'ἐκ δεξιῶν', which means 'from the right' or 'on the right side of'.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΕΞΙΑ, ΔΕΞΙΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'δεξιός' (dexios) comes from Proto-Indo-European *deḱs- (right). It is related to words in other Indo-European languages referring to the right side.

G5177

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: TIN-khan-on

Translations: obtaining, happening, meeting, reaching, receiving, being, having happened, having met

Notes: This word is a present active participle, neuter singular or masculine/neuter accusative singular, of the verb 'τυγχάνω'. It generally means 'to obtain', 'to happen', 'to meet', or 'to reach'. In some contexts, it can also function as a copula, meaning 'to be' or 'to exist', especially when referring to something that is currently happening or existing. It describes an ongoing action of obtaining, happening, or meeting.

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

Synonyms: ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ, ΣΥΜΒΑΙΝΩ

G3880

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: pa-ra-la-BOHN

Translations: having received, having taken, having taken along, having taken aside, having taken over, having taken possession of

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'παραλαμβάνω' (paralambanō), meaning 'to receive' or 'to take alongside'. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred or is ongoing, often functioning like an adjective or adverb in a sentence. It can imply taking something into one's possession, taking someone with oneself, or taking over a responsibility or role. The specific nuance depends on the context.

Inflection: Aorist Active Participle, Nominative Masculine Singular

Synonyms: ΛΑΒΩΝ, ΔΕΞΑΜΕΝΟΣ, ΚΟΜΙΣΑΜΕΝΟΣ

G1565

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective

Sounds like: eh-KAY-noh

Translations: that, that one, that thing, the former

Notes: This word is a demonstrative pronoun or adjective, meaning 'that' or 'that one'. It refers to something distant in space or time, or something previously mentioned in the discourse. It functions similarly to 'this' but indicates a greater distance or a distinction from something closer or more immediate. For example, it can be used to distinguish 'that house' from 'this house'.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΟΥ̓ΤΟΣ, ΟΔΕ

Etymology: From a combination of the demonstrative particle ἐκεῖ (there) and the pronominal suffix -νος. It refers to something 'over there' or 'that one there'.

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'.

G4316

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pros-bal-OHN

Translations: having attacked, having assaulted, having thrown against, having applied, having brought to bear

Notes: This word is the aorist active participle of the verb προσβάλλω (prosballō). It describes an action that has been completed in the past, often indicating the subject 'having done' something. It is a compound word formed from πρός (pros), meaning 'to' or 'towards', and βάλλω (ballō), meaning 'to throw'. Therefore, it literally means 'to throw towards' or 'to throw against'. In a military context, it refers to launching an attack or assault. It can also mean to apply something, or to bring something to bear upon another.

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

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΤΙΘΗΜΙ, ΕΦΟΔΕΥΩ, ΕΠΙΧΕΙΡΕΩ

Etymology: The word προσβάλλω (prosballō) is a compound of the preposition πρός (pros), meaning 'to, toward, against', and the verb βάλλω (ballō), meaning 'to throw, cast'. Its meaning developed from the literal sense of 'throwing towards' to 'attacking' or 'applying'.

G5322

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: fah-LANG-gah

Translations: phalanx, a phalanx, battle line, a battle line, company, a company, troop, a troop

Notes: This word refers to a military formation, specifically a phalanx, which was a compact body of heavily armed infantry. It can also refer more generally to a battle line, a company, or a troop of soldiers. It is used to describe a group of people or animals arranged in a close, ordered formation, often for battle.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative or Vocative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΤΡΑΤΙΑ, ΤΑΞΙΣ, ΣΥΝΤΑΓΜΑ

Etymology: The word ΦΑΛΑΓΞ (phalanx) is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek. It is related to words meaning 'log' or 'roller', suggesting a connection to a compact, cylindrical shape, which then extended to a military formation.

G5958

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: oh-SAH-meh-nos

Translations: having pushed, having thrust, having driven, having shoved, having repelled

Notes: This word is an aorist middle participle derived from the verb ὠθέω (ōtheō), meaning 'to push, thrust, or drive'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has already occurred. In the middle voice, the subject performs the action on itself or for its own benefit, or the action is reflexive. Thus, 'having pushed' implies the subject performed the action of pushing or driving, often with force or urgency.

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

Synonyms: ΕΞΩΘΕΩ, ΑΠΩΘΕΩ, ΠΡΟΩΘΕΩ

Etymology: The verb ὠθέω (ōtheō) comes from Proto-Indo-European *wedʰ- meaning 'to push, strike'. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages with similar meanings of pushing or striking.

G5343

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: foo-GAYN

Translations: flight, a flight, escape, a fleeing

Notes: This word refers to the act of fleeing or escaping, often from danger or pursuit. It can describe a rapid departure or a strategic withdrawal. In a sentence, it would typically be used to describe the action of someone or a group of people running away.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΙΑΦΥΓΗ, ΕΚΦΥΓΗ

Etymology: The word ΦΥΓΗ (phygē) comes from the verb φεύγω (pheugō), meaning 'to flee' or 'to escape'. It is related to the Proto-Indo-European root *bheug- meaning 'to flee'.

G0971

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-bee-AH-sah-toh

Translations: forced, compelled, urged, constrained

Notes: This word is a verb that means to force, compel, or urge someone to do something. It implies the application of pressure or constraint to achieve an action. It can be used in contexts where someone is strongly persuaded or made to act against their initial inclination.

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

Synonyms: ΑΝΑΓΚΑΖΩ, ΠΕΙΘΩ

Etymology: The word βιάζω (biazo) comes from βία (bia), meaning 'force' or 'violence'. It describes the act of applying force or compulsion.

G3735

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: O-ROOS

Translations: (of) mountain, (of) a mountain, (of) hill, (of) a hill

Notes: ὈΡΟΥΣ is the genitive singular form of the Koine Greek noun ὈΡΟΣ, which means 'mountain' or 'hill'. As a genitive form, it typically indicates possession, origin, or separation, often translated as 'of a mountain' or 'from a mountain'. It can refer to a literal elevated landmass or be used metaphorically.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Neuter

Etymology: From an unknown root, possibly pre-Greek. It refers to a natural elevation of the earth's surface.

G3779

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: OO-toh

Translations: thus, so, in this way, in like manner

Notes: This word is an adverb of manner, indicating how something is done or the way in which something occurs. It can also refer to the extent or degree of something. It is often used to introduce a consequence or a comparison, meaning 'in this way' or 'thus'. It is an older form of ΟΥΤΩΣ, and both forms are used interchangeably in Koine Greek.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΥΤΩΣ, ΩΣ

Etymology: From the demonstrative pronoun ΟΥΤΟΣ (houtos, 'this'). It indicates 'in this manner' or 'thus', referring back to something previously mentioned or implied.

G3004

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: leh-GOH-meh-noo

Translations: (of) said, (of) called, (of) named, (of) spoken of, (of) being said, (of) being called

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'λέγω' (legō), meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action or state. In this form, it means 'of one who is being said' or 'of one who is being called/named'. It often refers to someone or something that is commonly known by a certain name or description.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΛΟΥΜΕΝΟΥ, ΟΝΟΜΑΖΟΜΕΝΟΥ

Etymology: The word 'λέγω' (legō) comes from Proto-Indo-European *leǵ-, meaning 'to gather, collect', which evolved to 'to pick out, choose' and then 'to speak' or 'to say' in Greek, implying the 'picking out' of words.

G2300

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: theh-AH-sah-meh-noy

Translations: having seen, seeing, beholding, observing, looking at

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'theaomai', meaning 'to behold' or 'to gaze upon'. It describes an action of seeing or observing that has already occurred or is ongoing, often with a sense of wonder, attention, or contemplation. It is used to describe someone who has seen something and is now in a state resulting from that observation. It is a compound word, but its parts are not easily separable into distinct meanings.

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

Synonyms: ΒΛΕΠΩ, ΟΡΑΩ, ΕΙΔΟΝ

G2176

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: eh-OO-oh-noo-mon

Translations: left, on the left, left-hand, ill-omened, ominous, unlucky, a left-hand (side/wing), an ill-omened (thing)

Notes: This word describes something as being on the left side. It can also be used as a noun to refer to the left side or the left wing of an army. In ancient Greek thought, the left side was often associated with bad omens or ill luck, so the word can also carry the meaning of 'ill-omened' or 'unlucky'.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ἈΡΙΣΤΕΡΟΣ

Etymology: The word Εὐώνυμος (euōnymos) is a compound word formed from εὖ (eu), meaning 'good' or 'well', and ὄνομα (onoma), meaning 'name'. Literally, it means 'well-named' or 'of good name'. This seemingly positive etymology is a euphemism, used to avoid directly naming the 'left' side, which was often associated with bad omens. Thus, it refers to the left by calling it 'the well-named' or 'the auspicious' side, hoping to avert ill fortune.

G2192

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: EKH-on-tes

Translations: having, holding, possessing, those who have, while having

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'ἔχω' (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. It describes someone or something that is in the act of having, holding, or possessing something. It functions like an adjective or adverb, providing additional information about the subject of a sentence, often translated as 'having' or 'those who have'.

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

Synonyms: ΚΕΚΤΗΜΕΝΟΙ, ΚΑΤΕΧΟΝΤΕΣ, ΛΑΜΒΑΝΟΝΤΕΣ

G2944

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-koo-KLO-sahn-toh

Translations: they encircled, they surrounded

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to encircle' or 'to surround'. It describes the action of forming a circle around something or someone, often with the intent to enclose or besiege. It is used to indicate that a group of people or things formed a circle around another entity.

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

Synonyms: ΠΕΡΙΚΥΚΛΟΩ, ΚΥΚΛΕΥΩ

Etymology: The word ΚΥΚΛΟΩ (kykloo) is derived from the Greek word ΚΥΚΛΟΣ (kyklos), meaning 'circle' or 'ring'.

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'.

G2770

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: kah-TOH-pin

Translations: behind, after, afterward, subsequently

Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'behind' or 'after'. It can refer to spatial position, indicating something is located at the rear, or to temporal sequence, meaning 'afterward' or 'subsequently'. It is often used to describe following someone or something, or an event happening later in time.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΠΙΣΩ, ΜΕΤΑ

Etymology: From κατά (kata, 'down, against') and ὄπις (opis, 'back, rear'). It literally means 'down from behind' or 'from the back'.

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: geh-NO-meh-noy

Translations: having become, being, having come to pass, having arisen, having been born, having happened

Notes: This word is an aorist middle participle derived from the verb 'γίνομαι' (ginomai), meaning 'to become,' 'to come into being,' 'to happen,' or 'to be born.' As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has already occurred or a state that has been achieved. It often translates as 'having become' or 'those who have become,' indicating a completed action that results in a new state or identity.

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

Synonyms: ΓΕΓΟΝΟΤΕΣ, ΕΓΕΝΟΝΤΟ

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'.

G4024

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: peh-ree-ess-KHEE-meh-noss

Translations: surrounded, encompassed, held fast, contained

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle, meaning 'having been surrounded' or 'being encompassed'. It describes someone or something that has been completely encircled or held on all sides, often implying being trapped or contained. It is a compound word formed from 'περί' (peri), meaning 'around' or 'about', and 'ἔχω' (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'.

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

Synonyms: ΚΥΚΛΟΩ, ΚΥΚΛΕΥΩ, ΠΕΡΙΚΥΚΛΟΩ

G4714

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: STAS

Translations: a standing, a stand, a position, a revolt, a dissension, a sedition, a party, a faction

Notes: This word refers to the act of standing or a position taken. It can also denote a state of standing still, a halt, or a fixed position. In a more abstract sense, it can mean a revolt, dissension, or a faction, indicating a group that takes a stand against another. It is used to describe both physical posture and social or political alignment.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative

Synonyms: ΣΤΑΣΙΣ, ΣΤΑΣΙΑΣΜΟΣ, ΣΤΑΣΙΑ

Etymology: The word derives from the verb ἵστημι (histēmi), meaning 'to make to stand, to set, to place'. It is related to the concept of 'standing' or 'being placed'.

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

G0480

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: an-TEE-pa-lon

Translations: of an opponent, of opponents, of a rival, of rivals, of an adversary, of adversaries

Notes: This word describes someone who is an opponent, rival, or adversary. It is a compound word formed from 'ἀντί' (anti), meaning 'against' or 'opposite', and 'πάλη' (palē), meaning 'wrestling' or 'struggle'. Thus, it literally means 'one who wrestles against'. It is used to refer to those who are in opposition or conflict with someone else.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ἘΧΘΡΩΝ, ἈΝΤΙΚΕΙΜΕΝΩΝ, ΠΟΛΕΜΙΩΝ

G2692

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: kah-TAH-koh-poss

Translations: cut down, severely beaten, worn out, exhausted, fatigued

Notes: This word describes someone or something that has been cut down, severely beaten, or worn out. It often implies a state of exhaustion or fatigue, particularly after intense physical exertion like fighting or labor. It can be used to describe a person who is utterly spent or a tree that has been felled.

Inflection: Nominative, Singular, Masculine

Synonyms: ΚΕΚΟΠΙΑΚΩΣ, ΕΞΑΝΤΛΗΜΕΝΟΣ

Etymology: This word is a compound of the preposition κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and the verb κόπτω (koptō), meaning 'to cut' or 'to strike'. Thus, it literally means 'cut down' or 'struck down'.

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

G4387

Part of Speech: Adverb, Adjective

Sounds like: PRO-teh-ron

Translations: before, formerly, first, earlier, a former thing, a prior thing

Notes: This word functions primarily as an adverb meaning 'before' or 'formerly' in time, indicating something that happened earlier or previously. It can also be the neuter singular form of the comparative adjective 'πρότερος', meaning 'prior' or 'former', often used substantively to refer to 'the former thing' or 'that which was before'. It is used to contrast with something that comes later.

Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative (often used adverbially)

Synonyms: ΠΡΙΝ, ΠΑΛΑΙ, ΕΜΠΡΟΣΘΕΝ

Etymology: The word ΠΡΟΤΕΡΟΣ is a comparative form derived from the preposition πρό (pro), meaning 'before' or 'in front of'.

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: geh-geh-NEE-meh-noys

Translations: (to) those who have become, (to) those who have been born, (to) those who have come into being, (to) things that have happened, (to) things that have come to pass

Notes: This word is a perfect middle/passive participle, dative plural, masculine or neuter, derived from the verb 'γίνομαι' (ginomai). It describes something or someone that has come into existence, been born, or happened. In a sentence, it would typically function as an adjective modifying a plural noun in the dative case, or as a substantive noun referring to 'those who have become' or 'things that have happened', indicating the recipient or beneficiary of an action.

Inflection: Perfect, Middle/Passive, Participle, Dative, Plural, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΓΕΓΟΝΟΤΕΣ, ΓΕΝΟΜΕΝΟΙ

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.

G3664

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ho-MOY-oys

Translations: similar, like, resembling, of the same kind, equal, a similar one, to similar ones

Notes: This word describes something that is similar to or like something else. It indicates a resemblance in nature, quality, or appearance. It is often used to compare two or more things, stating that they share common characteristics or are of the same kind. In the provided context, it refers to 'those who are similar' or 'similar ones'.

Inflection: Plural, Dative, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΙΣΟΣ, ΠΑΡΑΠΛΗΣΙΟΣ

G3753

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: OH-teh

Translations: when, whenever, at which time

Notes: This word functions as a temporal adverb or conjunction, indicating a point or period in time. It is used to introduce a clause that specifies when an action occurs or occurred, similar to 'when' or 'whenever' in English. It can refer to a specific past event or a general, recurring condition.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΗΝΙΚΑ, ΟΠΟΤΕ

Etymology: From the demonstrative pronoun 'ho' (the) and the particle 'te' (then, at that time). It originally meant 'at that time when'.

G5590

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PSY-khen

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΖΩΗ, ΠΝΕΥΜΑ

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

G0863

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-FEIS

Translations: you may let go, you may send away, you may forgive, you may permit, you may abandon, you may leave

Notes: This is a form of the verb 'aphiēmi', meaning to send away, let go, forgive, permit, or abandon. It is used to express an action that the subject might do or is permitted to do, often implying a condition or a wish. For example, it can be used in a sentence like 'If you forgive their sin...' or 'You may let go of the rope.'

Inflection: Second Person, Singular, Aorist, Active, Subjunctive

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΛΥΩ, ΑΦΙΗΜΙ, ΣΥΓΧΩΡΕΩ

G4098

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: peh-SON-tos

Translations: having fallen, of one who has fallen, of having fallen

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'πίπτω' (piptō), meaning 'to fall'. As a genitive singular participle, it describes an action that has already occurred, often translated as 'having fallen' or 'of one who has fallen'. It functions adjectivally or substantively, indicating the possessor or source of something related to the act of falling.

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

Synonyms: ΠΤΩΣΙΣ, ΚΑΤΑΠΙΠΤΩ

G3062

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun, Adverb

Sounds like: LOY-pon

Translations: remaining, the rest, the remainder, other, finally, henceforth, for the rest

Notes: This word can function as an adjective meaning 'remaining' or 'other', a noun meaning 'the rest' or 'the remainder', or an adverb meaning 'finally', 'henceforth', or 'for the rest'. As an adjective, it describes what is left over. As a noun, it refers to the remaining portion or people. As an adverb, it introduces a concluding thought or indicates a future time.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΛΟΙΠΟΣ, ΚΑΤΑΛΟΙΠΟΣ

Etymology: From the verb λείπω (leípō), meaning 'to leave' or 'to remain'.

G0872

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-foh-RAHN

Translations: to look away from, to fix one's gaze on, to turn one's eyes to, to look intently at

Notes: This word describes the act of directing one's gaze or attention away from other things and focusing it intently on a specific object or person. It implies a deliberate turning of one's eyes or mind towards something, often with a sense of purpose or devotion. It can be used to express focusing on a goal, a person, or a principle.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΒΛΕΠΩ, ΣΚΟΠΕΩ, ἈΤΕΝΙΖΩ

Etymology: The word ἈΦΟΡΑΩ is a compound word formed from the prefix ἈΠΟ (APO), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb ὉΡΑΩ (HORAO), meaning 'to see' or 'to look'. Thus, its literal meaning is 'to look away from' or 'to look from one thing to another'.

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'.

G4735

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: steh-ree-THEN-tes

Translations: having been deprived, deprived of, lacking, having been bereft, bereft of

Notes: This word is an aorist passive participle derived from the verb 'στερέω' (stereō), meaning 'to deprive' or 'to bereave'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing someone or something that has undergone the action of being deprived. It often implies a state of being without something essential or desired, and can be translated as 'having been deprived of' or 'lacking'.

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

Synonyms: ΑΦΑΙΡΕΘΕΝΤΕΣ, ΕΚΠΕΣΟΝΤΕΣ

G2983

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: lah-BON-tes

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

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle of the verb 'λαμβάνω' (lambanō), meaning 'to take' or 'to receive'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has already occurred or is completed. It often conveys the sense of 'having taken' or 'having received' and can be used to introduce a subordinate clause, indicating the circumstances or cause of the main action. For example, 'having taken the letter, they did not hurry'.

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

Synonyms: ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΟΜΙΖΩ, ΑΙΡΕΩ

G4983

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: SOH-mah

Translations: body, a body, flesh, a slave

Notes: This word refers to the physical body of a human or animal, or a physical object. It can also metaphorically refer to a group of people or a community, or even to the substance of something. In some contexts, it can refer to a slave or servant, as a 'body' belonging to another.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΣΑΡΞ, ΧΡΩΣ

Etymology: The origin of this word is uncertain. It is possibly derived from the verb σῴζω (sōizō), meaning 'to save' or 'to preserve', implying something that is kept or preserved.

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: Participle

Sounds like: koh-MEE-san-tes

Translations: having carried, having brought, having received, having obtained

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb 'κομίζω'. It describes an action that has been completed before the main verb's action. Depending on context, it can mean 'having carried' or 'having brought' something, or 'having received' or 'having obtained' something for oneself. It functions like an adjective, modifying a noun or pronoun, and indicates the subject has performed the action of carrying, bringing, receiving, or obtaining.

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

Synonyms: ΦΕΡΩ, ΑΓΩ, ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ

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'.

G2290

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: teh-THAP-toh

Translations: I have been buried, it has been buried, to be buried, having been buried

Notes: This word is the perfect passive form of the verb 'to bury'. It indicates an action that was completed in the past and has ongoing results in the present, specifically that someone or something has been buried. It can function as an indicative verb (e.g., 'he has been buried') or as a participle (e.g., 'having been buried').

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

Etymology: The word θάπτω (thaptō) comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is related to words meaning 'to cover' or 'to hide'.

G3996

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: pen-THAY-san-tos

Translations: of mourning, of lamenting, of grieving, of having mourned, of having lamented, of having grieved

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'to mourn' or 'to lament'. It describes someone who has performed the action of mourning or grieving. As a genitive participle, it often functions to modify a noun, indicating possession or a relationship, such as 'of the one who mourned' or 'belonging to the one who grieved'.

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

Synonyms: ΚΟΠΤΩ, ΟΔΥΡΟΜΑΙ, ΘΡΗΝΕΩ

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'.

G5091

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: tee-MAY-san-tos

Translations: of having honored, of having valued, of having esteemed, of having paid a price for

Notes: This word is the genitive singular masculine or neuter form of the aorist active participle of the verb 'τιμάω' (timao). It means 'to honor,' 'to value,' 'to esteem,' or 'to pay a price for.' As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred and functions adjectivally, often translated as 'having honored' or 'of one who has honored.' In the genitive case, it typically indicates possession, origin, or the object of certain prepositions.

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

Synonyms: ΣΕΒΩ, ΔΟΞΑΖΩ, ΑΞΙΟΩ

Etymology: The Koine Greek word 'τιμάω' (timao) comes from the noun 'τιμή' (timē), meaning 'honor' or 'price.' It is related to the concept of valuing something highly, whether in terms of respect or monetary worth.

G3543

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: neh-no-MEES-meh-noys

Translations: customary, lawful, established, traditional, regarded, considered, believed, thought

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle derived from the verb 'νομίζω' (nomizō), meaning 'to consider, to believe, to practice as a custom, or to be customary'. As a participle, it describes something that has been established, considered, or become customary. It can be used to describe things that are lawful, traditional, or generally accepted.

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

Synonyms: ΕΘΙΜΟΣ, ΕΝΝΟΜΟΣ, ΚΑΘΕΣΤΩΣ

G5056

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: TEH-los

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΠΕΡΑΣ, ΣΥΝΤΕΛΕΙΑ, ΤΕΛΕΥΤΗ

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

G5108

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: toy-OO-ton

Translations: such, such a, of such a kind, such a one, such a thing

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'such' or 'of such a kind'. It is used to describe something that is of a particular nature, quality, or degree, often referring back to something previously mentioned or implied. It can be used to emphasize the quality of a person or thing.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΤΟΙΟΣΔΕ, ΤΟΣΟΥΤΟΣ

Etymology: From the demonstrative pronoun ΤΟΙΟΣ (toios, "such") and the enclitic particle -ΟΥΤΟΣ (-outos, "this").

G2722

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-TES-khen

Translations: held, he held, she held, it held, took possession of, he took possession of, she took possession of, it took possession of, restrained, he restrained, she restrained, it restrained, occupied, he occupied, she occupied, it occupied, possessed, he possessed, she possessed, it possessed, retained, he retained, she retained, it retained, seized, he seized, she seized, it seized

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb 'κατέχω' (katechō). It means 'he/she/it held,' 'took possession of,' 'restrained,' 'occupied,' 'possessed,' 'retained,' or 'seized.' It describes an action that occurred in the past and was completed. It can be used in various contexts, such as holding onto something, taking control of a place, or restraining someone.

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

Synonyms: ΕΧΩ, ΚΡΑΤΕΩ, ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ

Etymology: The word 'κατέχω' is a compound verb formed from the preposition 'κατά' (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against,' and the verb 'ἔχω' (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold.' The combination implies holding down, holding fast, or holding against something.

G0435

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: AN-dra

Translations: man, a man, husband, a husband

Notes: This word refers to a male human being, often specifically an adult male, or a husband. It is the accusative singular form of the noun 'ἈΝΗΡ' (anēr), meaning 'man' or 'husband'. It is used when the man or husband is the direct object of a verb or the object of certain prepositions.

Inflection: Accusative, Singular, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΝΘΡΩΠΟΣ, ΑΝΗΡ

Etymology: The word 'ἈΝΗΡ' (anēr) comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages that also refer to a male human being.

G1081

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: gen-NAI-on

Translations: noble, a noble, well-born, a well-born, brave, a brave, courageous, a courageous, generous, a generous

Notes: This word describes something or someone as noble, well-born, brave, courageous, or generous. It implies a quality of inherent goodness, high character, or valor. It can be used to describe a person's character, actions, or even a quality of something abstract like faith.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΕΥΓΕΝΗΣ, ΑΓΑΘΟΣ, ΑΝΔΡΕΙΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΓΕΝΝΑΙΟΣ (gennaios) comes from the Greek word γέννα (genna), meaning 'birth' or 'descent', implying a quality derived from noble birth or origin.

G3161

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: Mat-tath-EE-oo

Translations: of Mattathias

Notes: This is the genitive singular form of the proper noun Mattathias. Mattathias was a Jewish priest who, along with his sons (the Maccabees), led a revolt against the Seleucid Empire in the 2nd century BCE, as described in the books of 1 and 2 Maccabees. The genitive case indicates possession or origin, so it means 'belonging to Mattathias' or 'of Mattathias'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Etymology: From Hebrew Mattithyah (מַתִּתְיָה), meaning 'gift of Yahweh'.

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'.

G1777

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: DRAH-sai

Translations: to do, to act, to accomplish, to perform

Notes: This word is an aorist active infinitive of the verb 'δράω', meaning 'to do' or 'to act'. It expresses the action of doing or acting in a general sense, without specifying a subject or tense, often used in constructions where an action is the object of another verb or a noun. For example, it can be used to say 'to be able to do' or 'it is necessary to act'.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΠΟΙΕΩ, ΠΡΑΤΤΩ, ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The verb δράω (drao) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to do, to act'. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages that also convey the sense of action or performance.

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

G5286

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: hoo-pos-TAN-tah

Translations: having stood under, having endured, having undertaken, having resisted, having existed, having become, having been established

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle of the verb ὑφίστημι (hyphistēmi). It describes an action that has been completed in the past. Depending on context, it can mean 'to stand under,' 'to endure,' 'to undertake,' 'to resist,' 'to exist,' 'to become,' or 'to be established.' It often implies a foundational or supportive action.

Inflection: Aorist Active Participle, Accusative Masculine Singular, or Accusative Neuter Singular, or Nominative/Accusative Neuter Plural

Synonyms: ΥΠΟΜΕΝΩ, ΥΠΑΡΧΩ, ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ

G5108

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: toy-OO-tos

Translations: such, such a, such a kind, such a one

Notes: This word is a demonstrative adjective meaning 'such' or 'of such a kind'. It is used to refer to something or someone previously mentioned or implied, indicating their nature or quality. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun, or substantively, standing in for a noun (e.g., 'such a one').

Inflection: Masculine, Feminine, or Neuter; Singular or Plural; Nominative, Genitive, Dative, or Accusative. It inflects to agree with the noun it modifies in gender, number, and case.

Synonyms: ΟΙΟΣ, ΤΟΣΟΥΤΟΣ

Etymology: From the demonstrative pronoun οὗτος (houtos, "this") and the correlative pronoun οἷος (hoios, "such as"). It literally means "this kind of".

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'.

G5225

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: hoo-PARK-sas

Translations: having been, having existed, having possessed, having been in existence, having been present

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle of the verb 'υπάρχω' (hyparchō). It describes an action that has been completed in the past, functioning like an adjective or adverb to modify a noun or verb. It conveys the sense of 'having been' or 'having existed' in a certain state or condition, or 'having possessed' something.

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

Synonyms: ΩΝ, ΓΕΝΟΜΕΝΟΣ, ΕΧΩΝ

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.

G2811

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KLEH-os

Translations: glory, fame, renown, a glory, a fame, a renown

Notes: This word refers to glory, fame, or renown, often implying a good reputation or widespread recognition. It can be used to describe the honor or praise received by someone, or the reputation that precedes them. It is a neuter noun.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΔΟΞΑ, ΕΥΦΗΜΙΑ, ΟΝΟΜΑ

Etymology: From the Proto-Indo-European root *ḱlew- meaning 'to hear'. It is related to the verb 'to hear' (κλύω), suggesting something heard or spoken about widely.

G3419

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: mnee-MEH-on

Translations: tomb, monument, memorial, a tomb, a monument, a memorial

Notes: This word refers to a place of remembrance, typically a tomb or a monument. It is used to designate a structure or site that serves to commemorate a person or event, often associated with burial or a significant historical occurrence. It can be used in sentences to refer to a burial place or a commemorative structure.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΤΑΦΟΣ, ΜΝΗΜΑ, ΜΝΗΜΟΣΥΝΟΝ

Etymology: From μνᾶσθαι (mnasthai), meaning 'to remember'. It refers to something that serves as a reminder or memorial.

G2641

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-teh-LIH-pen

Translations: he left, he abandoned, he forsook, he remained, he bequeathed

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb καταλείπω (kataleipō). It means 'he/she/it left behind,' 'abandoned,' 'forsook,' or 'remained.' It can also imply leaving something as an inheritance or legacy. It is used to describe an action completed in the past.

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

Synonyms: ΑΦΙΗΜΙ, ΕΓΚΑΤΑΛΕΙΠΩ, ΥΠΟΛΕΙΠΩ

Etymology: The word καταλείπω (kataleipō) is a compound verb formed from the preposition κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against,' and the verb λείπω (leipō), meaning 'to leave' or 'to abandon.'

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.

G1814

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ex-AR-pa-sas

Translations: snatching away, having snatched away, rescuing, having rescued, plundering, having plundered

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἐκ (ek, meaning 'out of' or 'from') and the verb ἁρπάζω (harpazō, meaning 'to snatch' or 'to seize'). As a whole, it means to snatch away, to rescue, or to plunder. It implies a forceful or sudden removal or seizure. In the provided examples, it is used to describe rescuing someone from danger or destruction, or taking something by force.

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

Synonyms: ἉΡΠΑΖΩ, ἈΝΑΡΠΑΖΩ, ΔΙΑΡΠΑΖΩ

G0749

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ar-khee-eh-roh-SY-neen

Translations: high priesthood, office of high priest

Notes: This word refers to the office or position of a high priest. It is a compound word, combining 'ἈΡΧΙ' (archi), meaning 'chief' or 'principal', with 'ΙΕΡΩΣΥΝΗ' (hierosyne), meaning 'priesthood'. It describes the state or function of being a high priest, often in a religious or ceremonial context.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Etymology: The word ἈΡΧΙΕΡΩΣΥΝΗ (archierōsynē) is derived from the combination of the prefix ἈΡΧΙ- (archi-), meaning 'chief' or 'principal', and the noun ΙΕΡΩΣΥΝΗ (hierōsynē), meaning 'priesthood'.

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