2001 Translation

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: moo-STAY-ree-on

Translations: mystery, a mystery, secret, a secret

Notes: This word refers to something hidden or secret, which is not yet revealed or understood. In a religious context, it often refers to a divine truth or purpose that is revealed only to those who are initiated or enlightened. It can also refer to a secret rite or doctrine.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΚΡΥΦΟΝ, ΚΡΥΠΤΟΝ, ΑΠΟΚΑΛΥΨΙΣ

Etymology: The word ΜΥΣΤΗΡΙΟΝ comes from the Greek verb μύω (myō), meaning 'to close the eyes or mouth', referring to the secrecy or silence associated with mysteries or secret rites. It is related to the 'mysteries' of ancient Greek religions.

G3767

Part of Speech: Particle, Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: OON

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

Notes: This word is a particle used to indicate a logical consequence, transition, or emphasis. It often connects a statement to what precedes it, meaning 'therefore' or 'consequently'. It can also be used to introduce a new point or a summary, translated as 'then' or 'now'. In some contexts, it adds emphasis, meaning 'indeed' or 'certainly'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ἈΡΑ, ΔΕ, ΤΟΙΓΑΡΟΥ͂Ν

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *nu, meaning 'now' or 'then'. It is related to Latin 'nunc' (now) and English 'now'.

G3588, G3778

Part of Speech: Definite Article, Demonstrative Pronoun, Particle

Sounds like: too

Translations: of the, of him, of it, of this, to, in order to

Notes: This word is a form of the definite article 'the' or a demonstrative pronoun 'this/that'. It is most commonly used to indicate possession or relationship, translating as 'of the' or 'of him/it'. It can also be used before an infinitive verb to express purpose, meaning 'to' or 'in order to'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter

Etymology: The word 'Ο' (ho), from which 'ΤΟΥ' is derived, comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is an ancient word that has evolved to serve various grammatical functions in Greek.

G4263

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pro-BA-too

Translations: of a sheep, of sheep, of a lamb, of lambs

Notes: This word refers to a sheep or a lamb. It is used here in the genitive case, indicating possession or origin, often translated as 'of a sheep' or 'of sheep'. It is a common term for livestock in ancient texts.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Neuter

Etymology: The word προβατον (probaton) comes from the verb προβαίνω (probainō), meaning 'to go forward' or 'to advance'. It refers to animals that walk forward, especially those that are driven or led, hence 'sheep' or 'flock'.

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'.

G3957

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: PAS-kha

Translations: Passover

Notes: This word refers to the Jewish festival of Passover, which commemorates the liberation of the Israelites from slavery in ancient Egypt. It is a central event in the Old Testament and is observed annually. In the New Testament, it is often associated with the sacrifice of Jesus Christ.

Inflection: Does not inflect (indeclinable)

Etymology: The word "ΠΑΣΧΑ" is a transliteration of the Aramaic word "pasḥā" (פַּסְחָא), which itself comes from the Hebrew word "pesaḥ" (פֶּסַח). This Hebrew word is derived from the verb "pasach" (פָּסַח), meaning "to pass over" or "to spare," referring to the angel of death passing over the houses of the Israelites during the tenth plague in Egypt.

G2316

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: THEH-os

Translations: God, a God, Lord

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

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΚΥΡΙΟΣ, ΠΑΤΗΡ

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

G5179

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: TY-poss

Translations: type, pattern, example, form, image, model, figure, impression, a type, a pattern

Notes: This word refers to a mark, impression, or stamp, often made by a blow or pressure. It can denote the form or shape of something, a model, a pattern to be imitated, or an example to be followed. In a broader sense, it can also refer to a prefiguring or foreshadowing of something to come.

Inflection: Singular, Masculine, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΑΔΕΙΓΜΑ, ΕΙΚΩΝ, ΜΟΡΦΗ

Etymology: From the Greek verb τύπτω (typtō), meaning 'to strike, beat, or hit'. The noun thus refers to the result of striking, such as an impression or a mark.

G5547

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: khri-STOO

Translations: of Christ, of the Anointed One, of the Messiah

Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of 'ΧΡΙΣΤΟΣ' (Christos), meaning 'Anointed One' or 'Messiah'. It refers to the one chosen and consecrated by God, particularly Jesus. As a genitive case, 'ΧΡΙΣΤΟΥ' indicates possession, origin, or relationship, often translated as 'of Christ' or 'belonging to Christ'. It can be used to describe something that pertains to Christ or is from Christ.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΜΕΣΣΙΑΣ, ΕΚΛΕΚΤΟΣ

G3756, G3757

Part of Speech: Adverb, Relative Adverb, Relative Pronoun

Sounds like: OO

Translations: not, no, where, of whom, of which, when

Notes: This word, written without diacritics, can represent at least two distinct Koine Greek words. It most commonly functions as a negative particle (οὐ), meaning 'not' or 'no', used to express a direct and objective negation. It can also function as a relative adverb (οὗ), meaning 'where' or 'when', indicating place or time, or as a relative genitive pronoun, meaning 'of whom' or 'of which'. The precise meaning depends on the context and the original diacritics.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a particle/adverb); Genitive, Singular, Masculine or Neuter (as a relative pronoun)

Synonyms: ΜΗ, ΟΠΟΥ

Etymology: The negative particle οὐ (ou) comes from Proto-Indo-European *ne, meaning 'not'. The relative adverb/pronoun οὗ (hou) comes from Proto-Indo-European *kʷo-, a pronominal stem.

G2596

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: KAH-tah

Translations: down, according to, against, throughout, by, during, concerning, along

Notes: ΚΑΤΑ is a versatile preposition in Koine Greek. Its meaning varies significantly depending on the case of the noun it governs. When used with the genitive case, it often indicates movement 'down from,' opposition 'against,' or reference 'concerning' something. When used with the accusative case, it typically means 'down along,' 'according to,' 'throughout,' 'during,' or 'by' means of something. It can express direction, distribution, opposition, or a standard.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΑΝΤΙ, ΔΙΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *kmtá, meaning 'down, with'. It is related to other prepositions and adverbs in various Indo-European languages.

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.

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'.

G5548

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: khree-ON-tai

Translations: they are anointed, they anoint themselves

Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'to anoint'. In Koine Greek, anointing typically refers to the act of applying oil or ointment to someone or something, often for religious, ceremonial, or medicinal purposes. It can signify consecration, healing, or the bestowal of a special office or divine favor. The form 'ΧΡΙΟΝΤΑΙ' specifically indicates that 'they' are being anointed or are anointing themselves.

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

Synonyms: ΑΛΕΙΦΩ, ΕΠΙΧΡΙΩ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *gʰri- ('to rub, anoint'). In ancient Greek, it referred to the act of rubbing or smearing, especially with oil or ointment, and developed a specific religious connotation of anointing for sacred purposes.

Part of Speech: Definite Article, Demonstrative Pronoun

Sounds like: TOOS

Translations: the, them, those

Notes: ΤΟΥΣ is the masculine plural accusative form of the definite article or demonstrative pronoun 'ὁ'. As an article, it functions like 'the' in English, specifying a noun that is already known or has been previously mentioned. As a pronoun, it means 'them' or 'those', referring to a group of masculine individuals or things in the accusative case, indicating they are the direct object of a verb or the object of a preposition.

Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *so- (demonstrative pronoun).

Part of Speech: Definite Article, 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.

G3754

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Relative Pronoun

Sounds like: OH-tee

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΟΤΙ, ΕΠΕΙ, ΓΑΡ

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

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.

G4111

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PLAS-ma

Translations: a thing formed, a creation, a molded thing, a sculpture

Notes: This word refers to something that has been molded, formed, or created. It can describe a physical object like a sculpture or pottery, or metaphorically, a created being or a product of formation. It emphasizes the act of shaping or fashioning something from raw material.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΔΗΜΙΟΥΡΓΗΜΑ, ΚΤΙΣΜΑ

Etymology: From the Greek verb πλάσσω (plassō), meaning 'to mold, to form, to shape'.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-GEH-neh-toh

Translations: it happened, it came to pass, it became, it was, it came into being

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist indicative middle/passive of the verb γίνομαι (ginomai). It signifies an event that occurred or a state that came into existence in the past. It is frequently used to introduce a new event or development in a narrative, often translated as 'it happened' or 'it came to pass'. It can also describe something becoming or being made into something else.

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

Synonyms: ΕΙΜΙ, ΥΠΑΡΧΩ

G1720

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: em-FYOO-see-mah-tos

Translations: of breath, of inspiration, of a breath, of an inspiration

Notes: This word refers to the act of breathing into something, or the breath itself. It often carries the connotation of divine inspiration or a life-giving breath, as when God breathes life into something. It is used to describe the vital force or spirit imparted through breath.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Neuter

Synonyms: ΠΝΕΥΜΑ, ΠΝΟΗ

Etymology: From the verb ἐμφυσάω (emphysaō), meaning 'to breathe into', which is formed from ἐν (en, 'in') and φυσάω (physaō, 'to blow, to breathe').

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'.

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.

G3539

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: noh-EH-in

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

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

Inflection: Infinitive, Present, Active

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΙΗΜΙ, ΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΚΑΤΑΝΟΕΩ

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

G1410

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: doo-NAH-stheh

Translations: you are able, you can, you may, you all are able, you all can, you all may

Notes: This word means 'to be able', 'to have power', or 'to be strong enough'. It is often used in conjunction with an infinitive verb, indicating the ability or capacity to perform an action. For example, 'you are able to do something'. It can also imply permission or possibility.

Inflection: Second Person, Plural, Present Tense, Indicative Mood, Middle or Passive Voice

Synonyms: ΙΣΧΥΩ, ΕΞΟΥΣΙΑΖΩ

Etymology: The word δύναμαι (dynamai) comes from the root δύνα- (dyna-), meaning 'power' or 'ability'. It is related to words like δύναμις (dynamis, 'power') and δυνατός (dynatos, 'powerful').

G4340

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: pros-KAI-ros

Translations: temporary, for a season, for a time, transient, passing, a temporary

Notes: This is a compound word formed from 'πρός' (pros), meaning 'to' or 'toward', and 'καιρός' (kairos), meaning 'time' or 'season'. It describes something that lasts only for a limited period, is transient, or is subject to the circumstances of the moment. It implies a lack of permanence or enduring quality. For example, it can describe a joy that is short-lived or a belief that is not deeply rooted.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΚΑΙΡΟΣ, ΠΡΟΣΚΑΙΡΟΣ, ΠΡΟΣΚΑΙΡΟΣ

G3588, G3739, G2228

Part of Speech: Definite Article, Relative Pronoun, Conjunction, Interjection

Sounds like: AY

Translations: the, who, which, or, oh, ah

Notes: This word is most commonly used as the definite article 'the' in Koine Greek, specifically as the feminine nominative singular form (e.g., 'the cry') or the neuter nominative/accusative plural form. It can also function as a relative pronoun meaning 'who' or 'which' (feminine nominative singular). Additionally, it can be a conjunction meaning 'or' or an interjection expressing surprise or emotion, similar to 'oh' or 'ah'. Its meaning is highly dependent on context.

Inflection: Feminine, Nominative, Singular (Definite Article or Relative Pronoun); Neuter, Nominative or Accusative, Plural (Definite Article); Does not inflect (Conjunction or Interjection)

Etymology: The Greek definite article and related forms derive from a Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronoun. The conjunction and interjection forms have separate, though related, origins within Proto-Indo-European.

G1785

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: en-toh-LEE

Translations: commandment, a commandment, command, an order, instruction, a precept

Notes: This word refers to a command, an order, or an instruction, often with a sense of divine or authoritative decree. It is frequently used in religious contexts to denote a divine law or precept that must be obeyed. It can be used in sentences like 'He gave a commandment' or 'They kept the commandments.'

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΤΑΓΜΑ, ΔΙΑΤΑΓΗ, ΝΟΜΟΣ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἐντολή (entolḗ, “command, order”), from ἐντέλλω (entéllō, “I command, enjoin”), from ἐν (en, “in”) + τέλλω (téllō, “I accomplish, perform”).

G0584

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-poh-DEIK-noo-mee

Translations: to show, to demonstrate, to prove, to declare, to appoint, to exhibit

Notes: This is a compound verb meaning 'to show forth' or 'to demonstrate'. It is used to indicate the act of making something known, proving a point, or exhibiting something clearly. It can also mean to appoint someone to a position or to declare something officially.

Inflection: Present Active Indicative, First Person Singular

Synonyms: ΔΕΙΚΝΥΜΙ, ΕΠΙΔΕΙΚΝΥΜΙ, ΦΑΝΕΡΟΩ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἀπό (apo, 'from, away from') and δείκνυμι (deiknymi, 'to show, to point out'). The prefix ἀπό intensifies the meaning of 'showing' or 'pointing out', emphasizing a clear and conclusive demonstration.

G3761

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: oo-DAH-moo

Translations: nowhere, not anywhere

Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'nowhere' or 'not anywhere'. It is used to indicate a complete absence of location or presence. For example, it might be used in a sentence like 'He was found nowhere' or 'There is no justice anywhere'.

Inflection: Does not inflect (locative adverb)

Synonyms: ΟΥ̓ΔΕΝ, ΟΥ̓ΔΕΠΟΤΕ

Etymology: The word ΟΥ̓ΔΑΜΟΣ (oudamos) is a compound word formed from ΟΥ̓ΔΕ (oude), meaning 'not even' or 'nor', and ΔΑΜΟΣ (damos), a poetic or archaic form of ΔΗΜΟΣ (demos), meaning 'people' or 'district'. Thus, it literally means 'not even in any district' or 'not even among any people', evolving to mean 'nowhere'.

G4263

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pro-BAH-ton

Translations: sheep, a sheep

Notes: This word refers to a sheep, a common domesticated animal. In ancient contexts, sheep were vital for food, wool, and sacrifice. The word is often used literally, but can also be used metaphorically to refer to people, particularly in religious texts, symbolizing followers or a flock.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΒΑΤΑ

Etymology: The word προβατον (probáton) comes from the Greek verb προβαίνω (probaínō), meaning 'to go forward' or 'to advance'. It originally referred to any four-footed animal that walks forward, but eventually became specifically associated with sheep.

G4784

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soong-kho-REH-ee

Translations: allow, permit, grant, concede, forgive, yield

Notes: This verb means to allow, permit, or grant something. It can also mean to concede a point in an argument or to forgive someone. It is often used to indicate that someone gives permission for an action to take place or yields to another's request or argument.

Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΕΑΩ, ΑΦΙΗΜΙ, ΔΙΔΩΜΙ

Etymology: The word συγχωρέω (synchōreō) is a compound word formed from the prefix σύν (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and the verb χωρέω (chōreō), meaning 'to make room', 'to go', or 'to give way'. Thus, it literally means 'to make room with' or 'to give way together', leading to the sense of allowing or conceding.

G1519, G1487, G1488

Part of Speech: Preposition, Conjunction, Verb

Sounds like: E

Translations: into, to, for, unto, in, if, you are

Notes: This word is an elided form, indicated by the coronis (the apostrophe-like mark) at the end. It most commonly represents the preposition 'εἰς' (eis), meaning 'into, to, for', especially when followed by a vowel. It can also represent the conjunction 'εἰ' (ei), meaning 'if', or the verb 'εἶ' (ei), meaning 'you are'. In the provided examples, it functions as the preposition 'into' or 'to', indicating motion towards a place or object. It is used with the accusative case.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as an elided form); the original words it represents have their own inflections (e.g., 'εἰς' is a preposition and does not inflect; 'εἰ' is a conjunction and does not inflect; 'εἶ' is a verb, 2nd Person Singular, Present, Indicative, Active).

G3361

Part of Speech: Particle, Adverb

Sounds like: MAY

Translations: not, lest, no, do not

Notes: ΜΗ is a negative particle used in Koine Greek to express a subjective negation. It is typically used with non-indicative moods (like the subjunctive, imperative, infinitive, or participle) to express prohibition, a condition, or a denial of something that is wished for or imagined. For example, it is used in commands like 'do not do this' or in clauses expressing fear or purpose, such as 'lest something happen'. It contrasts with 'οὐ' (ou), which negates objective facts.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: The word ΜΗ comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is an ancient negative particle that has been present in various forms across Indo-European languages.

G1909

Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb

Sounds like: eh-PEE

Translations: on, upon, over, to, against, at, in, for, concerning, during, by, beside, near, among, with respect to

Notes: This is a very common and versatile preposition in Koine Greek. Its meaning changes significantly depending on the case of the noun it governs. With the genitive case, it often means 'upon, over, on, at, in the time of, during, concerning, in the presence of'. With the dative case, it can mean 'upon, on, at, by, near, beside, in, for, in addition to, on the basis of, because of, in the time of, during, in the presence of, against'. With the accusative case, it typically means 'upon, on, to, against, over, for, with a view to, at, by, during, in the time of'. It can also function as an adverb meaning 'upon, besides, in addition'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: The word ἘΠΙ comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is related to similar prepositions in other Indo-European languages, conveying ideas of 'on, upon, over'.

G5599, G3739

Part of Speech: Letter, Interjection, Relative Pronoun

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

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

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

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

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

G3686

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: O-no-MA

Translations: name, a name, reputation, character, authority

Notes: This word refers to a name, whether of a person, place, or thing. It can also signify one's reputation, character, or even authority, as a name often represents the person or entity itself. It is commonly used in phrases like 'in the name of' to denote authority or representation.

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

Synonyms: ΚΛΕΟΣ, ΦΗΜΗ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *h₁nómn̥. It is cognate with Latin nōmen and English name.

G1492

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ay-DOHS

Translations: knowing, one who knows, he who knows

Notes: This word is a perfect active participle derived from the verb 'to know'. It describes someone who is in a state of knowing or has knowledge. It can function like an adjective, modifying a noun, or substantively, acting as a noun itself (e.g., 'the one who knows').

Inflection: Perfect Active Participle, Singular, Masculine, Nominative

Synonyms: ΓΙΝΩΣΚΩΝ, ἘΠΙΣΤΑΜΕΝΟΣ

Etymology: The verb οἶδα (oida) is an ancient Greek verb meaning 'to know'. It is a perfect tense form that functions as a present tense in meaning, indicating a state of knowing resulting from a past act of seeing or perceiving. It is related to the Proto-Indo-European root *weid-, meaning 'to see, to know'.

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'.

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

G5547

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KHRIS-ton

Translations: Christ, the Christ, Anointed One, the Anointed One

Notes: This word refers to the 'Anointed One' or 'Messiah'. In the New Testament, it is primarily used as a title for Jesus, signifying his role as the promised deliverer. It is often used with the definite article 'the' (the Christ) or as a proper name (Christ). As an accusative form, it would typically function as the direct object of a verb or the object of certain prepositions.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΜΕΣΣΙΑΣ, ΚΥΡΙΟΣ

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'.

G2419

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ee-eh-roo-sa-LEEM

Translations: Jerusalem

Notes: This is the name of the ancient city of Jerusalem, a significant city in the history of Judaism and Christianity. It is often referred to as the Holy City and is central to many biblical narratives. As a proper noun, it functions as the subject or object in a sentence, referring specifically to this particular city.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: The name 'Jerusalem' is of Semitic origin, likely meaning 'foundation of Shalem' or 'city of peace'. It is derived from ancient Hebrew roots and has been known by various names throughout history, but Jerusalem is its most enduring form.

G3860

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-ra-doh-thee-SEH-tai

Translations: he will be delivered, it will be delivered, he will be handed over, it will be handed over, he will be betrayed, it will be betrayed

Notes: This word means 'he/it will be delivered,' 'he/it will be handed over,' or 'he/it will be betrayed.' It is a compound verb formed from 'para' (alongside, by) and 'didomi' (to give). It is used to describe an action where someone or something is given over, handed over, or even betrayed to another party, often with a sense of transfer of authority or control. It is often used in contexts of legal proceedings, military actions, or personal betrayal.

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

Synonyms: ΔΟΘΗΣΕΤΑΙ, ΕΠΙΔΟΘΗΣΕΤΑΙ

G0574

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: AH-ploce

Translations: simply, plainly, absolutely, entirely, without reservation, frankly, completely, altogether

Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'simply' or 'plainly'. It can also convey the sense of 'absolutely' or 'entirely', indicating a complete or unqualified manner. It describes an action or state as being straightforward, without complexity, or in a comprehensive way.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΑΝΤΩΣ, ΟΛΩΣ, ΑΚΡΙΒΩΣ

Etymology: Derived from the adjective ΑΠΛΟΥΣ (haplous), meaning 'simple' or 'single'. The root is related to the concept of being 'unfolded' or 'without folds', hence 'simple' or 'straightforward'.

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ghee-NO-meh-nai

Translations: becoming, happening, being made, coming into being, being born, being produced, things that are happening

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'γίνομαι' (ginomai), meaning 'to become,' 'to happen,' 'to be made,' or 'to come into being.' As a participle, it describes an action or state as if it were an adjective, often translated as 'becoming,' 'happening,' or 'being made.' It refers to things or people that are in the process of coming into existence or undergoing a change.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive Voice, Feminine, Plural, Nominative or Vocative

Synonyms: ΓΕΝΟΜΕΝΑΙ, ΕΡΧΟΜΕΝΑΙ, ΣΥΜΒΑΙΝΟΥΣΑΙ

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

G2753

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: keh-LEH-oo-sthen

Translations: having been commanded, ordered, bidden, that which was commanded, a thing commanded

Notes: This word is an aorist passive participle derived from the verb 'κελεύω' (keleuō), meaning 'to command' or 'to order'. As a passive participle, it describes something or someone that has received a command or order. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun, or substantively, referring to 'that which was commanded' or 'the one who was commanded'.

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΤΑΧΘΕΝ, ΕΝΤΕΤΑΛΜΕΝΟΝ

Etymology: The verb 'κελεύω' (keleuō) is of uncertain origin, possibly related to 'κέλλω' (kellō), meaning 'to drive' or 'to urge'.

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'.

G3650

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: HO-lon

Translations: whole, entire, all, complete, a whole, an entire

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'whole' or 'entire'. It describes something as being complete or undivided. It can be used to emphasize the totality of something, such as 'the whole house' or 'all the people'. In the provided examples, it refers to the entirety of a task or a place.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΠΑΣ, ΣΥΝΟΛΟΝ

Etymology: From a prolonged form of a primary word; properly, 'all', 'the whole', 'entire'.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ghee-NES-thai

Translations: to become, to happen, to be, to come into being, to be born, to arise, to come to pass

Notes: This verb is very common in Koine Greek and has a broad range of meanings, primarily related to something coming into existence, happening, or changing state. It can describe a process of becoming, an event taking place, or a person being born. It is often used impersonally to mean 'it happened' or 'it came to pass'.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΓΕΝΝΑΩ, ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΣΥΜΒΑΙΝΩ

Etymology: The word ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *ǵenh₁-, meaning 'to produce, beget, give birth'. It is related to words like 'genesis' and 'generate' in English.

G3804

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pa-THOOS

Translations: (of) suffering, (of) passion, (of) feeling, (of) emotion, (of) experience, (of) calamity

Notes: This word refers to a state of suffering, an intense emotion, or a strong feeling. It can also denote an experience or a calamity. It is often used in contexts describing physical or emotional pain, or strong desires and affections. In a sentence, it would typically follow a preposition or another noun that indicates possession or relation, such as 'the intensity of suffering' or 'the nature of passion'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Neuter

Synonyms: ΑΛΓΟΣ, ΚΑΚΟΠΑΘΕΙΑ, ΠΟΝΟΣ

G4716

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: stow-ROO

Translations: (of) a cross, (of) the cross, (of) a stake, (of) the stake

Notes: This word refers to an upright stake, pole, or a cross, often used for crucifixion. In the New Testament, it primarily denotes the instrument of Jesus' crucifixion, symbolizing his death and the Christian faith. It can also refer to the act of crucifixion itself or metaphorically to the suffering and self-denial required of a follower of Christ.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΞΥΛΟΝ, ΠΑΣΣΑΛΟΣ

Etymology: From the verb ἵστημι (histēmi), meaning 'to stand' or 'to cause to stand'. The noun refers to something that stands upright, hence a stake or pole.

G1223

Part of Speech: Preposition, Numeral

Sounds like: DEE

Translations: through, by means of, on account of, because of, 14

Notes: This word is most commonly an elided form of the preposition ΔΙΑ (dia), meaning 'through', 'by means of', 'on account of', or 'because of'. It is used to indicate the means by which something is done or the reason for an action. It can also represent the Greek numeral 14, indicated by a keraia (a mark similar to an apostrophe) which is often omitted in transcription.

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

Synonyms: ΕΚ, ΥΠΟ, ΕΝΕΚΕΝ

Etymology: The preposition ΔΙΑ comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'through' or 'apart'.

G3195

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-MEL-len

Translations: was about to, was going to, intended to, was destined to

Notes: This word is the imperfect active indicative third person singular form of the verb μέλλω (mellō). It is often used as an auxiliary verb, indicating that an action was on the point of happening, was intended, or was destined to occur. It conveys a sense of imminence or future intention from a past perspective. For example, it could be used in a sentence like 'He was about to leave' or 'She intended to speak'.

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

Synonyms: ἘΠΙΧΕΙΡΕΩ, ΒΟΥΛΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The verb μέλλω (mellō) comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is related to words meaning 'to delay' or 'to be concerned with'.

G5547

Part of Speech: Proper Noun, Noun

Sounds like: khree-STOSS

Translations: Christ, Anointed One, Messiah, a Christ, an Anointed One

Notes: This word refers to the 'Anointed One' or 'Messiah'. In the New Testament, it is predominantly used as a title for Jesus, identifying him as the promised Messiah. It can also be used more generally to refer to anyone who has been anointed, such as a king or priest.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΜΕΣΣΙΑΣ

Etymology: From the Koine Greek verb χρίω (chriō), meaning 'to anoint'. The noun form refers to someone who has been anointed, typically for a special office or purpose.

G4850

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: SYM-bo-lon

Translations: sign, a sign, symbol, a symbol, token, a token, pledge, a pledge, mark, a mark, proof, a proof

Notes: This word refers to a sign, symbol, or token that represents something else, often serving as a means of identification, recognition, or proof. It can also denote a pledge or a mark. It is used to signify an object or action that stands for a deeper meaning or agreement.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΣΗΜΕΙΟΝ, ΤΕΚΜΗΡΙΟΝ, ΕΝΔΕΙΞΙΣ

Etymology: The word 'symbolon' comes from the Greek verb 'symballein', meaning 'to throw together' or 'to compare'. It originally referred to the two halves of a broken object, which, when fitted together, served as a token of recognition between two parties.

G3700

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: op-TOH-me-non

Translations: roasted, baked, broiled, a roasted one

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle, meaning 'having been roasted' or 'being roasted'. It describes something that has undergone the process of being cooked by direct heat, such as roasting, baking, or broiling. It can function as an adjective modifying a noun, or as a substantive (a noun) referring to the roasted item itself.

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

Synonyms: ΕΦΘΟΝ, ΠΕΠΕΜΜΕΝΟΝ

Etymology: The root verb ΟΠΤΑΩ (optáō) means 'to roast' or 'to bake'. It is related to the concept of cooking with fire.

G4976

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: skhee-mah-tee-ZOH-meh-non

Translations: being formed, being shaped, being fashioned, being conformed

Notes: This word is a present passive participle, meaning 'being formed' or 'being shaped'. It describes something that is in the process of being given a particular form, figure, or appearance. It can be used to describe physical shaping or metaphorical conformity.

Inflection: Present, Passive, Participle, Neuter, Singular

Synonyms: ΜΟΡΦΟΩ, ΤΥΠΟΩ

Etymology: The word ΣΧΗΜΑΤΙΖΩ comes from the Greek word ΣΧΗΜΑ (schema), meaning 'form, figure, appearance'.

G3607

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: oh-BEH-lis-koss

Translations: obelisk, a small spit, a small pointed pillar

Notes: This word refers to a small spit or a small pointed pillar, such as a monument. It is a diminutive form of the word 'obelos' (spit, pointed pillar). In ancient contexts, it could refer to a small roasting spit or a small, tapering, four-sided stone pillar, often monolithic and having a pyramidal top.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Etymology: From the Greek word ὀβελός (obelos), meaning 'spit' or 'pointed pillar', with the diminutive suffix -ίσκος (-iskos).

G2736

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: kah-TOH-tah-TOH

Translations: lowest, to the lowest, at the very bottom, to the very bottom, uttermost depths

Notes: This word is a superlative adverb meaning 'lowest' or 'to the very bottom'. It indicates the absolute lowest point or deepest place. It is the superlative form of the adverb ΚΑΤΩ (kato), which means 'down' or 'below'. It is used to emphasize the extreme depth or lowness of something.

Inflection: Superlative Adverb, Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΒΑΘΥΤΑΤΑ, ΕΣΧΑΤΑ

Etymology: The word ΚΑΤΩ (kato) comes from the preposition ΚΑΤΑ (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against'. ΚΑΤΩΤΑΤΩ is the superlative form of ΚΑΤΩ.

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.

G1519, G1520

Part of Speech: Preposition, Numeral

Sounds like: EES

Translations: into, to, for, toward, among, in, a, an, one

Notes: As a preposition, ΕΙΣ (eis) indicates motion or direction towards a place, person, or purpose, often translated as 'into,' 'to,' or 'for.' It always takes the accusative case. For example, 'into the house' or 'to God.' It can also be used to express purpose or result. As a numeral, ΕΙΣ (heis) means 'one' and is the masculine nominative singular form, often translated as 'a,' 'an,' or 'one.'

Inflection: Preposition: Does not inflect. Numeral: Masculine, Nominative, Singular (other forms exist for other genders and cases).

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΕΝ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *en-s, an extended form of the preposition *en (in).

G3340

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: meh-TAH-freh-non

Translations: back, between the shoulders, a back

Notes: This word refers to the back, specifically the area between the shoulders. It is used to describe something located on or pertaining to the back.

Inflection: Nominative or Accusative, Singular, Neuter

Synonyms: ΝΩΤΟΝ, ΟΠΙΣΘΕΝ

Etymology: The word μετάφρενος (metaphrenos) is a compound word formed from μετά (meta), meaning 'behind' or 'after', and φρήν (phren), which originally referred to the diaphragm or midriff, but later came to mean 'mind' or 'heart'. In this context, φρήν likely refers to the chest or body, with the compound meaning 'behind the chest' or 'the back'.

G4332

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pros-ar-TON-tai

Translations: they are attached, they are joined, they are added

Notes: This word describes something being attached, joined, or added to something else. It is used to indicate that multiple things are being brought together or connected. For example, it could describe parts being attached to a whole, or additional items being joined to a group.

Inflection: Present, Passive, Indicative, Third Person Plural

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΤΙΘΗΜΙ, ΣΥΝΑΠΤΩ, ΠΡΟΣΚΟΛΛΑΩ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the preposition ΠΡΟΣ (PROS), meaning 'to' or 'towards', and the verb ΑΡΤΑΩ (ARTAŌ), meaning 'to fasten' or 'to hang'. Thus, it literally means 'to fasten to' or 'to hang towards'.

Part of Speech: Definite Article, Relative Pronoun, Interjection, Prefix, Numeral

Sounds like: AI

Translations: the, who, which, alas, oh, 11

Notes: The word 'ΑΙ' can function in several ways in Koine Greek. Most commonly, it is the feminine nominative plural form of the definite article, meaning 'the' (referring to multiple feminine nouns). It can also be the feminine nominative plural form of the relative pronoun, meaning 'who' or 'which'. Less frequently, it can be an interjection expressing sorrow or pain, similar to 'alas' or 'oh'. It can also appear as a prefix in compound words. Additionally, 'ΑΙ' can represent the number 11 when used as a numerical symbol (alpha-iota). It is also possible for 'ΑΙ' to be an elision or contraction of other words, such as 'ἀεί' (always) or 'ἄγε' (come on!), though this is less common in the New Testament.

Inflection: Feminine, Nominative, Plural (for article and pronoun); Does not inflect (for interjection, prefix, and numeral)

Etymology: The origin of 'ΑΙ' as a definite article and relative pronoun is from Proto-Indo-European. Its use as an interjection is onomatopoeic.

G1722

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: en

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

Notes: This word is a common preposition in Koine Greek, primarily meaning 'in' or 'on'. It typically governs the dative case, indicating location, time, or means. Its precise translation can vary depending on the context, often conveying ideas like 'within,' 'among,' or 'by means of'.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a preposition, it governs cases but does not change its own form).

Etymology: The Koine Greek preposition 'ἘΝ' derives from the Proto-Indo-European root *en, meaning 'in' or 'into'. It has cognates in many other Indo-European languages, reflecting its ancient origin.

Part of Speech: Definite Article, Pronoun

Sounds like: TAY

Translations: to the, for the, by the, with the, in the, who, which

Notes: This word is the dative singular feminine form of the definite article, meaning 'to the', 'for the', 'by the', 'with the', or 'in the' when used with a feminine noun in the dative case. It can also function as a relative pronoun, meaning 'who' or 'which', referring to a feminine antecedent. It is used to specify a particular feminine noun or to introduce a relative clause.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine

Etymology: The Greek definite article derives from Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronouns. It developed from an earlier demonstrative pronoun in Ancient Greek.

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.

G2753

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: keh-lefs-THEN-tes

Translations: having been commanded, having been ordered, having been urged, having been exhorted

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'κελεύω' (keleuō), meaning 'to command' or 'to order'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has already occurred. In this form, it indicates that the subjects of the verb have received a command or order. It is often used to describe people who are acting under instruction or compulsion.

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΤΑΧΘΕΝΤΕΣ, ΕΝΤΕΤΑΛΜΕΝΟΙ, ΕΠΙΤΑΧΘΕΝΤΕΣ

G0666

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-po-POM-py-os

Translations: scapegoat, sent away, to be sent away

Notes: This word describes something or someone that is sent away, specifically referring to the 'scapegoat' in the Old Testament ritual. It is a compound word derived from 'ἀπό' (away from) and 'πέμπω' (to send). In the context of the Day of Atonement, one of two goats was designated as the 'scapegoat' and sent into the wilderness, symbolically carrying away the sins of the people.

Inflection: Masculine, Nominative, Singular

Etymology: The word ἈΠΟΠΟΜΠΑΙΟΣ is derived from the Greek preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'away from', and the verb πέμπω (pempo), meaning 'to send'. It literally means 'that which is sent away'.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-GHEE-neh-toh

Translations: was happening, was becoming, was done, came to pass, occurred

Notes: This word is the third person singular imperfect indicative middle/passive form of the verb γίνομαι (ginomai). It describes an action that was ongoing, repeated, or in progress in the past. It can mean 'it was happening,' 'it was becoming,' 'it was done,' or 'it came to pass,' depending on the context. It emphasizes the process or state of something coming into being or occurring over a period of time.

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

Synonyms: ΓΕΝΟΜΑΙ, ΕΙΜΙ, ΥΠΑΡΧΩ

G2087

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: EH-teh-ross

Translations: other, another, different, a different

Notes: This word means 'other' or 'another', specifically implying a qualitative difference or a different kind, as opposed to 'allos' which means 'another of the same kind'. It is used to distinguish one thing from another that is distinct in nature or type. For example, 'a different man' or 'another kind of thing'.

Inflection: Masculine, Nominative, Singular. This word inflects for gender, number, and case.

Synonyms: ΑΛΛΟΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'other' or 'different'. It is related to Latin 'alter' and English 'other'.

G3952

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pa-roo-SEE-ohn

Translations: of presences, of comings, of arrivals, of advents

Notes: This word refers to a presence, a coming, an arrival, or an advent. It can denote the physical presence of a person or thing, or a significant arrival, such as the coming of the Lord. As a genitive plural, it indicates possession or relationship, meaning 'of presences' or 'of comings'.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΦΑΝΕΙΑ, ΑΦΙΞΙΣ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek παρών (parōn, “being present”), present participle of πάρειμι (pareimi, “to be present”), from παρά (para, “beside, by”) + εἰμί (eimi, “to be”).

G2603

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: kah-tang-geh-LEE-ah

Translations: proclamation, announcement, declaration, a proclamation, an announcement, a declaration

Notes: This word refers to the act of proclaiming, announcing, or declaring something publicly. It is often used in a religious context to describe the proclamation of a message or truth. It is a compound word formed from the prefix 'κατά' (down, against, throughout) and 'ἀγγελία' (a message, announcement).

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΚΗΡΥΓΜΑ, ΕΥΑΓΓΕΛΙΟΝ

Etymology: The word ΚΑΤΑΓΓΕΛΙΑ is derived from the verb ΚΑΤΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ, meaning 'to proclaim' or 'to announce'. This verb is itself formed from the prefix ΚΑΤΑ- (down, against, throughout) and the verb ΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ (to announce, report).

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.

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.

G3865

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-reh-PEM-psan-toh

Translations: they sent away, they dismissed, they referred, they escorted

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from παρά (para, 'beside, by') and πέμπω (pempo, 'to send'). In its middle voice, it means 'to send away from oneself,' 'to dismiss,' 'to refer (a case or person to another authority),' or 'to escort.' The form ΠΑΡΕΠΕΜΨΑΝΤΟ indicates an action completed in the past by a group of people, where the action affects themselves or is done for their own benefit.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΠΕΜΠΩ, ΕΚΠΕΜΠΩ

G1949

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: eh-pee-BAH-lon-tes

Translations: casting upon, throwing upon, laying upon, putting upon, attacking, falling upon, applying, devoting, setting about

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'epiballo', meaning to cast, throw, or lay upon. It can describe the action of physically placing something on top of another, or metaphorically, to apply oneself to a task, to attack, or to fall upon someone or something. Its meaning can vary depending on the context, often implying an action directed towards something or someone.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Masculine, Nominative, Plural

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΠΙΠΤΩ, ΕΠΙΤΙΘΗΜΙ, ΠΡΟΣΒΑΛΛΩ

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

G2289

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: thah-nah-TOH-san-tes

Translations: having put to death, having killed, having caused to die

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'thanatoō', meaning 'to put to death' or 'to kill'. As a participle, it describes an action that has already been completed by the subject of the sentence. It functions like an adjective, modifying a noun or pronoun, and indicates that the subject has performed the act of killing or causing death.

Inflection: Aorist Active Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Plural

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΚΤΕΙΝΩ, ΑΝΑΙΡΕΩ

G1921

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-pee-gno-SEH-stheh

Translations: you will know, you will recognize, you will understand, you will perceive, you will learn

Notes: This word is a compound verb meaning 'to know fully, to recognize, to understand completely.' It implies a deeper, more complete knowledge than simple knowing. It is often used in contexts where someone comes to a full realization or understanding of a truth or fact. In the provided examples, it is used to convey the idea that 'you will know' or 'you will recognize' a particular truth.

Inflection: Future, Indicative, Middle, Second Person, Plural

Synonyms: ΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΟΙΔΑ, ΣΥΝΙΗΜΙ

G0820

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ah-tee-mo-THEN-tah

Translations: dishonored, disgraced, treated with contempt, those who have been dishonored, those who have been disgraced

Notes: This word is an aorist passive participle, meaning 'having been dishonored' or 'having been disgraced'. It describes someone or something that has suffered dishonor or contempt. It is used to describe the state or condition of a person or thing after they have been treated without honor or respect.

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

Synonyms: ἈΤΙΜΟΣ, ἈΤΙΜΑΖΩ

Etymology: The word ἀτιμόω (atimóō) comes from ἀ- (a-), a negative prefix, and τιμάω (timáō), meaning 'to honor' or 'to value'. Thus, it literally means 'to not honor' or 'to dishonor'.

G5259

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: OOF

Translations: under, by, with, from, at the hand of, by means of, through

Notes: This word is an elided form of the preposition 'ΥΠΟ' (hypo), meaning 'under' or 'by'. The final vowel of 'ΥΠΟ' is dropped when the following word begins with a vowel and a rough breathing mark. It indicates a position beneath something, or agency (by means of someone/something), or cause. It can also denote the instrument or agent by which something is done. It is a very common preposition in Koine Greek.

Inflection: Does not inflect; governs the genitive and accusative cases.

Etymology: The word 'ΥΠΟ' (hypo) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'under'. It is related to English words like 'hypodermic' and 'hypothermia'.

G4376

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pros-fo-RAH

Translations: offering, an offering, sacrifice, a sacrifice, gift, a gift

Notes: This word refers to an offering or sacrifice, typically something brought or presented to God or a deity as an act of worship or devotion. It can also refer more generally to a gift or presentation. It is often used in a religious context, particularly in the Septuagint and New Testament, to describe various types of offerings, including burnt offerings, grain offerings, or other sacrificial gifts.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΘΥΣΙΑ, ΔΩΡΟΝ, ΔΩΡΗΜΑ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek προσφέρω (prospherō, “to bring to, offer”), from πρός (pros, “to, toward”) + φέρω (pherō, “to bear, carry”).

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'.

G3340

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: meh-tah-no-EIN

Translations: to repent, to change one's mind, to feel remorse, to turn from sin

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from 'μετά' (meta), meaning 'with' or 'after', and 'νοέω' (noeo), meaning 'to perceive' or 'to think'. Together, it signifies a change of mind or purpose, often implying a turning away from past actions or beliefs, particularly from sin. It is commonly used in a religious context to describe a spiritual transformation or a turning back to God.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΣΤΡΕΦΩ, ΜΕΤΑΜΕΛΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the preposition ΜΕΤΑ (meta), meaning 'with' or 'after', and the verb ΝΟΕΩ (noeo), meaning 'to perceive, to think, to understand'. The combination suggests a change in one's way of thinking or understanding.

G1014

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: boo-loh-MEH-nohn

Translations: of wishing, of desiring, of willing, of intending, of purposing, of wanting

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'βούλομαι', meaning 'to wish', 'to desire', 'to will', or 'to intend'. As a genitive plural participle, it describes the action of 'those who are wishing' or 'those who are desiring'. It functions adjectivally or substantively, often indicating the people or groups whose will or desire is being referred to. For example, it could be translated as 'of those who wish' or 'of the ones desiring'.

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

Synonyms: ΘΕΛΟΝΤΩΝ, ΕΠΙΘΥΜΟΥΝΤΩΝ

G3522

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: nay-stye-OO-on-tone

Translations: fasting, of those who are fasting, while they were fasting

Notes: This word is a present active participle, meaning 'fasting' or 'one who is fasting'. It describes an ongoing action of abstaining from food, often for religious or spiritual reasons. In the genitive plural, as seen here, it often functions to describe a group of people who are engaged in the act of fasting, such as 'of those who are fasting' or 'while they were fasting'.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΣΙΤΟΥΝΤΩΝ, ΑΣΙΤΟΥΝΤΩΝ

Etymology: The word ΝΗΣΤΕΥΩ (nēsteuō) comes from the noun ΝΗΣΤΙΣ (nēstis), meaning 'fasting' or 'one who fasts'. This noun is derived from the prefix νη- (nē-), meaning 'not' or 'un-', and the root ἐσθίω (esthíō), meaning 'to eat'. Thus, it literally means 'not eating'.

G1288

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: dee-as-PON-tes

Translations: tearing apart, breaking apart, rending asunder, bursting, severing

Notes: This word describes the action of tearing, breaking, or rending something apart. It implies a forceful separation or a violent breaking into pieces. It can be used to describe physical objects being torn, or even bonds or relationships being broken.

Inflection: Present, Active, Masculine, Nominative, Plural

Synonyms: ΡΗΓΝΥΜΙ, ΣΧΙΖΩ, ΛΥΩ

Etymology: The word ΔΙΑΣΠΑΩ is a compound word formed from the preposition ΔΙΑ (DIA), meaning 'through' or 'apart', and the verb ΣΠΑΩ (SPAO), meaning 'to draw' or 'to pull'. Thus, it literally means 'to pull apart'.

G4722

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: strahng-gah-LEE-ahs

Translations: bonds, fetters, chains, of bonds, of fetters, of chains

Notes: This word refers to bonds, fetters, or chains, often implying something that restricts or binds. It can be used literally for physical restraints or metaphorically for oppressive obligations or entanglements. In the provided examples, it is used metaphorically in contexts of injustice or iniquity, referring to the 'bonds of iniquity' or 'fetters of violent transactions' that need to be dissolved.

Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΕΣΜΟΣ, ΠΕΔΗ, ΑΛΥΣΙΣ

Etymology: The word ΣΤΡΑΓΓΑΛΙΑ (strangalia) is derived from the verb στραγγαλίζω (strangalizo), meaning 'to strangle' or 'to bind tightly'. It refers to something that binds or chokes.

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.

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'.

G2674

Part of Speech: Participle, Adjective

Sounds like: kah-tah-rith-MEE-meh-nah

Translations: numbered, counted, reckoned, those numbered, things numbered

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle derived from the verb 'καταριθμέω' (katarithmeō), meaning 'to count' or 'to number'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective, describing something that has been counted or numbered. It can be used to refer to items or individuals that have been included in a count or list.

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

Synonyms: ΑΡΙΘΜΕΩ, ΣΥΝΑΡΙΘΜΕΩ

G5259

Part of Speech: Preposition, Prefix

Sounds like: HOOP

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑ, ΕΠΙ

Part of Speech: Letter, Numeral, Prefix

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

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

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

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

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

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-.

G0423

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-nis-TOH-ray-sah

Translations: I inquired, I investigated, I examined, I searched, I learned by inquiry

Notes: This word means to inquire, investigate, or examine something thoroughly, often with the aim of learning or understanding. It implies a process of seeking information or knowledge. In a sentence, it would be used to describe someone undertaking such an investigation, for example, 'He inquired into the matter' or 'They investigated the facts.'

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

Synonyms: ἘΞΕΤΑΖΩ, ΖΗΤΕΩ, ἘΡΕΥΝΑΩ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἀνιστορέω (anistoréō), which is a compound of ἀνά (aná, 'up, again') and ἱστορέω (historéō, 'to inquire, to learn by inquiry'). The latter part, ἱστορέω, is related to ἵστωρ (hístōr, 'one who knows, an inquirer').

G5442

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: foo-LAS-son-tes

Translations: keeping, guarding, observing, watching, preserving, a keeper, a guard

Notes: This word is a present active participle, meaning 'keeping' or 'guarding'. It describes an ongoing action of protecting, watching over, or adhering to something. It can be used to describe someone who is actively engaged in the act of guarding or observing, or someone who is preserving a custom or law. It often functions adjectivally, describing the subject performing the action.

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

Synonyms: ΤΗΡΕΩ, ΦΡΟΥΡΕΩ, ΠΑΡΑΦΥΛΑΣΣΩ

G2753

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: keh-lefs-THEN-tohn

Translations: having been commanded, having been ordered, having been urged, having been exhorted

Notes: This word is a passive participle derived from the verb 'κελεύω' (keleuō), meaning 'to command' or 'to order'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has already occurred and was done to the subject. It indicates that the subject of the sentence was the recipient of a command or order.

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

Synonyms: ΕΝΤΕΤΑΛΜΕΝΩΝ, ΠΡΟΣΤΕΤΑΓΜΕΝΩΝ

Etymology: The word κελεύω (keleuō) is of uncertain origin, possibly related to κέλλω (kello, 'to drive, urge on').

G4374

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pros-FEH-res-thai

Translations: to be brought to, to be offered, to be presented, to be carried, to be borne

Notes: This is the present passive infinitive form of the verb 'prospherō', meaning 'to bring to' or 'to offer'. In this passive form, it means 'to be brought to' or 'to be offered'. It can describe something being presented, carried, or borne towards someone or something, often in the context of offerings, food, or even a person being brought before an authority.

Inflection: Present, Passive, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΑΓΕΣΘΑΙ, ΠΑΡΕΧΕΣΘΑΙ

G4784

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soong-keh-KHO-ree-tai

Translations: it has been allowed, it has been granted, it has been permitted, it has been forgiven

Notes: This word is the third person singular, perfect passive indicative form of the verb συγχωρέω (sygchōreō). It describes an action that was completed in the past and has ongoing results in the present. It means that something has been allowed, granted, or permitted, or that a sin has been forgiven. It is often used impersonally, referring to a state of affairs where permission or forgiveness has been given.

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Perfect, Passive, Indicative

Synonyms: ΕΑΩ, ΕΠΙΤΡΕΠΩ, ΑΦΙΗΜΙ

G2414