2001 Translation

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: kahee

Translations: and, also, even, but, then

Notes: ΚΑΙ is a very common conjunction in Koine Greek, primarily meaning 'and' to connect words, phrases, or clauses. It can also function as an adverb, emphasizing a word or phrase with meanings like 'also' or 'even'. In some contexts, it can introduce a contrast, similar to 'but', or indicate sequence, meaning 'then'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: The word ΚΑΙ is an ancient particle, tracing its origins back to Proto-Indo-European. It has remained remarkably stable in form and function throughout the history of the Greek language.

Part of Speech: Definite Article

Sounds like: toh

Translations: the

Notes: ΤΟ is the neuter singular form of the definite article 'the' in Koine Greek. It is used to specify a noun, much like 'the' in English. It can function as both the subject (nominative case) or the direct object (accusative case) of a sentence when referring to a neuter singular noun.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Etymology: The Greek definite article, including ΤΟ, derives from Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronouns. Its forms developed to agree in gender, number, and case with the nouns they modify.

G4314

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: PROSS

Translations: to, toward, with, against, for, at, near, by, in relation to

Notes: This is a common and versatile preposition in Koine Greek. It indicates direction, relation, or purpose, and its precise meaning often depends on the case of the noun it governs. For example, with the accusative case, it typically means 'to' or 'toward' (indicating motion or direction), 'against' (indicating opposition), or 'in relation to'. With the genitive case, it can mean 'from' (indicating origin or source) or 'in the presence of'. With the dative case, it can mean 'at' or 'near' (indicating proximity). It is used to express a wide range of relationships between actions, objects, and people.

Inflection: Does not inflect, but governs various cases (accusative, genitive, dative).

Synonyms: ΕΙΣ, ΕΠΙ, ΠΑΡΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'forward, toward'. It is related to other words indicating movement or direction.

G0288

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: am-PEH-lon

Translations: vineyard, a vineyard, vine, a vine

Notes: This word refers to a vineyard, which is a plantation of grapevines, or to the vine itself. It is commonly used in agricultural contexts and often appears in parables and allegories in the New Testament to represent spiritual concepts, such as the kingdom of God or the people of God.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Etymology: The word ἈΜΠΕΛΟΣ (ampelos) is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek. It has been used since ancient times to refer to a vine or vineyard.

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.

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.

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'.

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: geh-no-MEH-nohn

Translations: having become, having happened, having come to pass, of those who became, of those who happened

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'ginomai', meaning 'to become', 'to happen', or 'to come into being'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective while retaining verbal characteristics, often indicating an action that has already occurred. It can describe a state of being or an event that has taken place.

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

Synonyms: ΓΕΓΟΝΟΤΩΝ, ΕΓΕΝΟΝΤΟ

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

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: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: MEL-lon-TON

Translations: (of) those about to, (of) future (things/people), (of) those going to, (of) those intending to

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'μέλλω' (mellō), which means 'to be about to', 'to intend to', or 'to be destined to'. As a participle, it describes someone or something that is on the verge of doing something or that pertains to the future. It often indicates an imminent action or a future state.

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

Synonyms: ΕΤΟΙΜΩΝ, ΜΕΛΛΟΝΤΕΣ, ΜΕΛΛΟΥΣΩΝ

G4100

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pis-TEH-oo-een

Translations: to believe, to trust, to have faith, to be convinced

Notes: This word means to believe, to trust, or to have faith in someone or something. It implies a conviction or reliance. It is often used in the New Testament to describe faith in God or Jesus Christ, indicating a deep conviction and commitment. It can also be used in a more general sense of believing a statement or a person.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΠΕΠΟΙΘΑ, ΠΕΙΘΩ

Etymology: The word ΠΙΣΤΕΥΩ (pisteuō) comes from the Greek word ΠΙΣΤΙΣ (pistis), meaning 'faith' or 'trust'. It is related to the concept of being persuaded or convinced.

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

G4260

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pro-day-LO-sis

Translations: pre-announcement, previous showing, foretelling, a pre-announcement, a previous showing, a foretelling

Notes: This word refers to a pre-announcement or a previous showing of something. It signifies making something clear or manifest beforehand. It is a compound word formed from 'πρό' (before) and 'δήλωσις' (a making clear or manifest). It is typically used to describe an event or truth that is revealed or indicated prior to its full realization.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΚΗΡΥΞΙΣ, ΠΡΟΑΓΓΕΛΙΑ

Etymology: The word is derived from the prefix 'πρό' (pro), meaning 'before' or 'in front of', and 'δήλωσις' (delosis), meaning 'a making clear' or 'manifestation', which itself comes from 'δηλόω' (deloo), 'to make clear'.

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.

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.

G4454

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: POH-los

Translations: colt, a colt, foal, a foal, young animal, a young animal

Notes: This word refers to a young animal, typically a colt or a foal, especially of a horse or donkey. It can also be used more broadly to refer to any young animal. It is used in sentences to denote the offspring of an animal, often one that is not yet fully grown or broken for work.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΕΚΓΟΝΟΝ, ΝΕΟΣ

Etymology: The word "ΠΩΛΟΣ" comes from Proto-Indo-European, referring to a young animal or foal. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages that denote young animals.

G2218

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ZOO-gon

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΔΟΥΛΕΙΑ, ΒΑΡΟΣ, ΖΕΥΓΟΣ

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

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.

G2192

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: EKH-ohn

Translations: having, holding, possessing, being in possession of

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'ἔχω' (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. As a participle, it functions like a verbal adjective, describing someone or something that is in the act of having or holding something. It can be translated as 'having' or 'one who has', and often introduces a clause explaining what someone possesses or is doing.

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

Synonyms: ΚΕΚΤΗΜΕΝΟΣ, ΚΑΤΕΧΩΝ

Etymology: The verb ἔχω (echō) comes from Proto-Indo-European *seǵʰ- ('to hold, to have'). It is a common verb in ancient Greek, with a wide range of meanings related to possession, state, and action.

G1438

Part of Speech: Reflexive Pronoun

Sounds like: eh-ah-TOO

Translations: (of) himself, (of) herself, (of) itself, (of) themselves

Notes: This word is a reflexive pronoun, meaning it refers back to the subject of the sentence. It indicates that the action of the verb is directed back to the one performing it. For example, 'he washed himself'. It is a compound word formed from the personal pronoun 'αὐτός' (autos) and the reflexive pronoun 'ἑαυτοῦ' (heautou).

Inflection: Genitive, Singular, Masculine or Neuter. It can also be used for Feminine or Plural contexts, though the specific form 'ΕΑΥΤΟΥ' is genitive singular masculine/neuter.

Etymology: From the combination of the personal pronoun 'αὐτός' (autos, 'self') and the reflexive pronoun 'ἑαυτοῦ' (heautou, 'of self').

G3360

Part of Speech: Preposition, Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: MEKH-rees

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

Notes: This word indicates a point in time or space that serves as a limit or boundary. As a preposition, it means 'until' or 'up to' a certain point or place. As a conjunction, it means 'until' or 'while' a certain event occurs. As an adverb, it can mean 'even to' or 'as far as'. It often takes the genitive case when used as a preposition, but can also be followed by a clause.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΩΣ, ΑΧΡΙ

Etymology: The origin of this word is uncertain, but it is thought to be related to the Greek word 'μέχρι' (mechri), which also means 'until' or 'up to'. The '-ς' ending is an adverbial suffix.

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'.

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.

G3778

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: OO-tos

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

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

Inflection: Masculine, Nominative, Singular

Synonyms: ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ, ΟΔΕ

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

G2064

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: el-THOHN

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΗΚΩΝ, ΠΑΡΑΓΕΝΟΜΕΝΟΣ

G1223

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: dee-AH

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΚ, ΕΝΕΚΑ

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

G3992

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: PEM-psas

Translations: having sent, one who sent, he who sent, when he had sent

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb 'πέμπω' (pempō), meaning 'to send'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that occurred prior to the main verb. It can be translated as 'having sent' or 'one who sent', indicating the person or thing that performed the action of sending.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΣΤΕΛΛΩ, ΙΣΤΗΜΙ

G3100

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-mah-tay-TEV-sen

Translations: he discipled, he became a disciple, he taught, he instructed

Notes: This word is the third person singular, aorist active indicative form of the verb 'μαθητεύω' (mathēteuō). It means 'he discipled,' 'he became a disciple,' 'he taught,' or 'he instructed.' It describes the action of someone becoming a follower or student, or someone making another person a disciple by teaching them.

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

Synonyms: ΔΙΔΑΣΚΩ, ΕΚΠΑΙΔΕΥΩ

Etymology: The word 'μαθητεύω' (mathēteuō) is derived from 'μαθητής' (mathētēs), meaning 'disciple' or 'learner,' which in turn comes from 'μανθάνω' (manthanō), meaning 'to learn.'

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.

G3056

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: LOH-goo

Translations: of word, of account, of reason, of speech, of message, of saying, of statement, of report, of matter, of thing

Notes: This word refers to a word, speech, discourse, or a divine utterance. It can also mean an account, reason, or a matter/thing. In its genitive form, as seen here, it indicates possession or origin, often translated with 'of'. It is frequently used in contexts relating to communication, divine revelation, or logical reasoning.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΡΗΜΑ, ΜΥΘΟΣ, ΕΠΟΣ

G0941

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: bas-TAH-san-tes

Translations: bearing, carrying, having borne, having carried, those who bore, those who carried

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle, meaning it describes an action that has been completed in the past. It refers to the act of bearing, carrying, or taking up something. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing someone or something that has performed the action of carrying.

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

Synonyms: ΑΙΡΩ, ΦΕΡΩ

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: NOH-ton

Translations: back, a back

Notes: This word refers to the back of a body, whether human or animal. It can be used literally to describe the physical back, or metaphorically to indicate turning away from something, as in 'turning one's back' on a command or person, implying disobedience or rejection.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΟΠΙΣΘΕΝ, ΡΑΧΙΣ

Etymology: The origin of this word is uncertain, but it is thought to be related to the Proto-Indo-European root *sneh₁- meaning 'to spin, to twist', possibly referring to the spine.

G5295

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: hoo-pe-THE-kan

Translations: they laid down, they put under, they pledged, they suggested, they proposed

Notes: This is the third-person plural aorist active indicative form of the verb ὑποτίθημι (hypotithēmi), meaning 'to lay down under,' 'to put under,' 'to pledge,' or 'to suggest/propose.' It describes an action completed in the past by a group of people. For example, it can refer to physically placing something beneath another object, or metaphorically pledging one's life or suggesting an idea.

Inflection: Third-person, Plural, Aorist, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΕΘΗΚΑΝ, ΕΒΑΛΟΝ, ΠΑΡΕΘΗΚΑΝ

G5278

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: hoo-po-MEH-neen

Translations: to endure, to remain, to persevere, to bear up under, to stand firm

Notes: This word means to remain under, to endure, or to persevere. It implies a steadfastness in the face of difficulties, trials, or suffering, indicating a willingness to bear up under adverse circumstances rather than giving up. It can also mean to wait patiently for something or someone.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΚΑΡΤΕΡΩ, ΑΝΕΧΩ, ΠΡΟΣΚΑΡΤΕΡΩ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the preposition ΥΠΟ (hypo), meaning 'under' or 'below', and the verb ΜΕΝΩ (menō), meaning 'to remain' or 'to abide'. Thus, it literally means 'to remain under' or 'to abide under', conveying the sense of enduring or persevering through something.

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.

G4328

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: pros-do-KO-me-na

Translations: things expected, things looked for, things awaited, things hoped for

Notes: This word is a compound participle derived from the verb 'ΠΡΟΣΔΟΚΑΩ' (prosdokao), meaning 'to expect' or 'to look for'. As a neuter plural perfect passive participle, it refers to 'things that have been expected' or 'things that are looked for'. It describes something that is anticipated or awaited.

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

Synonyms: ΕΛΠΙΖΟΜΕΝΑ, ΑΝΑΜΕΝΟΜΕΝΑ

G2605

Part of Speech: Participle, Adjective

Sounds like: kah-tang-GEL-meh-nah

Translations: proclaimed, announced, declared, preached, things proclaimed, things announced

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle derived from the verb 'καταγγέλλω' (katangellō), meaning 'to proclaim' or 'to announce'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective, describing something that has been proclaimed or announced. It can refer to messages, events, or truths that have been made known publicly.

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

Synonyms: ΚΕΚΗΡΥΓΜΕΝΑ, ΕΙΡΗΜΕΝΑ

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, Adjective

Sounds like: TEE-nah

Translations: who, what, which, some, any, a certain one, something, anything

Notes: ΤΙΝΑ is an inflected form of the pronoun/adjective ΤΙΣ. As an interrogative, it asks 'who?', 'what?', or 'which?'. As an indefinite, it means 'someone', 'something', 'anyone', 'anything', 'a certain one', or 'some'. Its meaning depends heavily on context and whether it is used in a question or a statement. It can function as both a pronoun standing alone or an adjective modifying a noun.

Inflection: Accusative Singular Masculine or Feminine, or Nominative/Accusative Plural Neuter

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-'.

G4319

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: pros-deh-deh-MEH-neen

Translations: bound to, tied to, fastened to, a bound one, a tied one

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle, meaning 'having been bound to' or 'having been tied to'. It describes something that has been securely attached or fastened to something else. As a participle, it functions like an adjective, modifying a noun, and can also convey a sense of completed action. It is a compound word formed from the preposition πρός (pros), meaning 'to' or 'towards', and the verb δέω (deo), meaning 'to bind' or 'to tie'.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine, Perfect Passive Participle

Synonyms: ΔΕΔΕΜΕΝΗΝ, ΣΥΝΔΕΔΕΜΕΝΗΝ

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.

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

G1529

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ICE-oh-doh

Translations: (to) entrance, (to) an entrance, (to) way in, (to) a way in, (to) coming in, (to) a coming in, (to) entry, (to) an entry

Notes: This word refers to the act of entering or the place of entry, such as an entrance or a way in. It is a compound word formed from the preposition ΕἸΣ (eis), meaning 'into' or 'to', and ὉΔΟΣ (hodos), meaning 'way' or 'road'. In the dative case, as seen here, it indicates the recipient or direction of an action, often translated with 'to' or 'for'.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΕἸΣΟΔΟΣ, ΠΑΡΟΥΣΙΑ, ΠΡΟΣΟΔΟΣ

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

G2968

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KOH-mays

Translations: of a village, of a town, of a country town

Notes: This word refers to a village, a small town, or a country town. It is used to describe a settlement that is smaller than a city but larger than a mere collection of houses. In the provided examples, it is used in the genitive case, indicating possession or origin, such as 'of a village'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΚΩΜΟΠΟΛΙΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *kom- (meaning 'village, settlement'). It is related to the Latin 'vicus' (village) and the English 'home'.

G0967

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: beth-fah-GAYS

Translations: Bethphage

Notes: Bethphage is the name of a village near Jerusalem, located on the Mount of Olives. It is mentioned in the New Testament as the place from which Jesus sent two disciples to find a donkey and a colt for his triumphal entry into Jerusalem. The name is a compound word of Aramaic origin, meaning 'house of unripe figs' or 'house of dates'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive

Etymology: From Aramaic, meaning 'house of unripe figs' or 'house of dates'. It is a compound of 'beth' (house) and 'phage' (unripe figs or dates).

G3004

Part of Speech: Participle, Adjective

Sounds like: leh-go-MEH-nays

Translations: of the one being called, of the one being said, of the so-called, of the one named

Notes: This word is the genitive singular feminine form of the present passive participle of the verb 'ΛΕΓΩ' (lego), meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. As a participle, it functions adjectivally, describing a feminine noun. It refers to something or someone that is being called, named, or referred to in a particular way, often translated as 'of the so-called' or 'of the one being called'.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΛΟΥΜΕΝΗΣ, ΟΝΟΜΑΖΟΜΕΝΗΣ

Etymology: The word 'ΛΕΓΩ' (lego) comes from an ancient Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to gather, to collect, to speak'. In Greek, it evolved to primarily mean 'to speak' or 'to say'.

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'.

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'.

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'.

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.

G2962

Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective

Sounds like: KOO-ree-oss

Translations: Lord, a Lord, master, a master, owner, an owner, sir

Notes: This word refers to a person who has authority, control, or ownership over something or someone. It is frequently used in the New Testament to refer to God or Jesus Christ, signifying their supreme authority and sovereignty. It can also be used in a more general sense for a human master or owner.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΔΕΣΠΟΤΗΣ, ΑΥΘΕΝΤΗΣ

Etymology: The word ΚΥΡΙΟΣ derives from the Greek word κῦρος (kyros), meaning 'supreme power' or 'authority'. It signifies one who possesses power and authority, thus a lord or master.

G2424

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ee-ay-SOOS

Translations: Jesus, Joshua

Notes: This is a proper name, transliterated from the Hebrew name Yeshua or Yehoshua. It refers to the central figure of Christianity, Jesus Christ, or to Joshua, the successor of Moses in the Old Testament. It is used to identify a specific individual.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative

Etymology: The Koine Greek name Ἰησοῦς (Iēsous) is a transliteration of the Hebrew name יְהוֹשֻׁעַ (Yehoshua), meaning 'Yahweh is salvation' or 'Yahweh saves'. It is also related to the shorter form יֵשׁוּעַ (Yeshua).

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).

G1909

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: ep-ee-ka-THEE-sas

Translations: having sat upon, having mounted, having caused to sit upon

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle, meaning 'having sat upon' or 'having caused to sit upon'. It is a compound word formed from the preposition ἘΠΙ (upon, on) and the verb ΚΑΘΙΖΩ (to sit, to cause to sit). It describes an action completed in the past, often indicating the subject has taken a seat or mounted something.

Inflection: Aorist Active Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Singular

Synonyms: ΚΑΘΙΣΑΣ, ΕΦΙΠΠΕΥΣΑΣ

G1904, G1519, G2064

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ep-ee-sel-ay-LOO-then

Translations: has come in upon, has entered upon, has gone in upon

Notes: This is a compound verb, formed from the prefixes ἘΠΙ- (epi-, meaning 'upon' or 'in addition to') and ΕἸΣ- (eis-, meaning 'into' or 'to'), combined with the perfect tense form of the verb ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go'. It describes an action of coming or going into a place, with an added sense of being 'upon' or 'in addition to' something. It implies an arrival or entry that has already occurred and whose effects continue.

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

G3754

Part of Speech: Relative Pronoun

Sounds like: OH-per

Translations: the very thing which, which, whatsoever, as, just as

Notes: ΟΠΕΡ is an intensive relative pronoun, meaning 'the very thing which' or 'whatsoever'. It is used to emphasize the preceding noun or idea, often functioning as a stronger form of 'which' or 'what'. It can introduce a clause that specifies or elaborates on something already mentioned, or it can indicate a cause or reason.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: Ο, ΟΣ, ΟΣΠΕΡ

Etymology: ΟΠΕΡ is a compound word formed from the relative pronoun ὅ (ho), meaning 'who, which, what', and the enclitic particle περ (per), which adds emphasis or intensity, often translated as 'just, even, indeed'.

G4395

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-peh-proh-fay-TOO-toh

Translations: it had been prophesied, it was prophesied

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to prophesy' or 'to foretell'. The form 'ἐπεπροφητεύτο' indicates that something 'had been prophesied' or 'was prophesied' in the past, with the action completed before another past event. It is often used in contexts where a past prophecy is being referred to as having been fulfilled or as a historical fact.

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΛΕΓΩ, ΠΡΟΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ

Etymology: The word 'προφητεύω' comes from 'προφήτης' (prophetēs), meaning 'prophet', which is derived from 'πρό' (pro), meaning 'before' or 'forth', and 'φημί' (phēmi), meaning 'to speak'. Thus, it literally means 'to speak forth' or 'to speak before'.

G1291

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: dee-ar-RAY-deen

Translations: distinctly, explicitly, clearly, plainly, expressly

Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'distinctly' or 'explicitly'. It is used to emphasize that something is stated or done in a clear, unambiguous, and precise manner, leaving no room for doubt or misinterpretation. It often implies a forceful or definitive declaration.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΣΑΦΩΣ, ἘΜΦΑΝΩΣ, ἈΚΡΙΒΩΣ

Etymology: The word is formed from the preposition διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'apart', and a form related to the verb ῥήγνυμι (rhēgnumi), meaning 'to break' or 'burst forth'. The combination suggests 'breaking through' or 'speaking out clearly and distinctly'.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: geh-NEE-ses-thai

Translations: to be, to become, to happen, to come into being, will be, will become, will happen

Notes: This word is the future middle/passive infinitive form of the verb 'γίνομαι' (ginomai). It signifies the action of 'to be,' 'to become,' or 'to happen' in the future. It is often used to express what will occur or come into existence, functioning as the object of another verb or as part of a future-oriented clause.

Inflection: Future, Middle or Passive Voice, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΕΣΕΣΘΑΙ, ΠΟΙΗΣΕΣΘΑΙ

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

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.

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

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

G1097

Part of Speech: Participle, Adjective

Sounds like: gno-STHEN

Translations: known, having been known, a known thing

Notes: This word is the aorist passive participle of the verb γινώσκω (ginōskō), meaning 'to know' or 'to come to know'. As a passive participle, it describes something that has been or is being known. It functions adjectivally, modifying a noun, or substantively, referring to 'that which is known' or 'a known thing'. For example, it could be used in a phrase like 'the known truth' or 'that which was made known'.

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

Synonyms: ΕΙΔΩΣ, ΕΠΙΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ

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

G5607

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ON-tah

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

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

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

Synonyms: ὙΠΑΡΧΟΝΤΑ, ΓΙΝΟΜΕΝΑ

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

G5319

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: fah-neh-RON

Translations: manifest, evident, clear, visible, apparent, known, a manifest thing, an evident thing

Notes: This word describes something that is visible, apparent, or clear. It is used to indicate that something is easily seen, understood, or made known. It can refer to something that is openly displayed or something that becomes obvious.

Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΔΗΛΟΣ, ΕΜΦΑΝΗΣ, ΓΝΩΣΤΟΣ

Etymology: From φανερόω (phaneroō, 'to make visible, reveal'), from φανός (phanos, 'light, torch'), from φαίνω (phainō, 'to bring to light, make appear').

G0537

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-PAN-tohn

Translations: (of) all, (of) everyone, (of) everything

Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the adjective 'ΑΠΑΣ' (apas), meaning 'all', 'every', or 'the whole'. It is a compound word formed from 'α-' (a-, a prefix indicating totality or completeness) and 'πας' (pas, meaning 'all' or 'every'). As a genitive plural, it indicates possession, origin, or relationship for multiple entities, often translated as 'of all' or 'concerning all'.

Inflection: Genitive, Plural, All genders

Synonyms: ΠΑΝΤΩΝ, ΟΛΩΝ

Etymology: The word ΑΠΑΣ (apas) is a compound of the intensive prefix ἀ- (a-) and the word πᾶς (pas), meaning 'all' or 'every'. The prefix ἀ- intensifies the meaning of 'all' to 'the whole' or 'everyone without exception'.

G1125

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: grah-FOHN

Translations: writing, drawing, recording, one who writes, he who writes

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'to write' or 'to draw'. It describes an action that is currently happening or ongoing. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun (e.g., 'the writing man'), or substantivally, acting as a noun itself (e.g., 'the one who writes'). It can also imply the act of recording or registering something.

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

Synonyms: ΣΥΓΓΡΑΦΩΝ, ΚΑΤΑΓΡΑΦΩΝ

G0667

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ah-po-DEIK-noo-meh-NOHN

Translations: (of) those being shown, (of) those being demonstrated, (of) those being proven

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb meaning 'to show, to demonstrate, or to prove'. As a participle, it functions like both a verb and an adjective, describing an action or state while also modifying a noun. In this form, it refers to multiple entities that are in the process of being shown, demonstrated, or proven.

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

Synonyms: ΔΕΙΚΝΥΜΙ, ἘΠΙΔΕΙΚΝΥΜΙ

Etymology: The word ἈΠΟΔΕΙΚΝΥΜΙ is a compound word formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb δείκνυμι (deiknymi), meaning 'to show' or 'to point out'. The combination suggests showing something 'from' or 'out of' a certain context, leading to the sense of demonstrating or proving.

G4642

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: sklay-roh-KAR-dee-oy

Translations: hard-hearted, stubborn, obstinate, hard-hearted ones, stubborn ones, obstinate ones

Notes: This is a compound adjective meaning 'hard-hearted' or 'stubborn'. It describes someone who is unyielding, resistant to change, or unwilling to listen to reason or divine instruction. It is formed from 'σκληρός' (sklēros), meaning 'hard' or 'harsh', and 'καρδία' (kardia), meaning 'heart'. It is used to describe individuals or groups who are spiritually or morally unimpressionable.

Inflection: Nominative or Vocative, Masculine, Plural

Synonyms: ΑΠΕΙΘΗΣ, ΣΚΛΗΡΟΣ, ΑΝΥΠΟΤΑΚΤΟΣ

Etymology: The word is a compound of 'σκληρός' (sklēros), meaning 'hard' or 'harsh', and 'καρδία' (kardia), meaning 'heart'. It literally translates to 'hard-hearted'.

G3778

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective

Sounds like: TOO-toh

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑΥΤΟΣ, ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ

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

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: MEL-line

Translations: to be about to, to intend to, to be destined to, to delay, to hesitate

Notes: This word is the present active infinitive form of the verb μέλλω. It is commonly used with an infinitive to express an action that is imminent, intended, or destined to happen. It can also indicate a delay or hesitation in doing something. For example, it might be used to say 'he is about to go' or 'they intend to speak'.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΕΘΕΛΩ, ΒΟΥΛΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *melh₂- 'to grind, crush'. The meaning evolved to 'to be about to' or 'to delay', possibly through the idea of 'grinding to a halt' or 'being on the verge of something'.

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.

G4622

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: see-OHN

Translations: Zion

Notes: Zion refers to a specific hill in Jerusalem, often used to denote the city of Jerusalem itself, especially its spiritual and theological significance as the dwelling place of God and the center of His people. It can also refer to the heavenly Jerusalem or the spiritual community of believers.

Inflection: Does not inflect (indeclinable)

Synonyms: ΙΕΡΟΥΣΑΛΗΜ

Etymology: The word is of Hebrew origin (צִיּוֹן, Tsiyyon), meaning 'fortification' or 'citadel'. It was originally the name of a Jebusite fortress in Jerusalem, which King David conquered and made his capital.

G0214

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-lah-LAX-on

Translations: Cry aloud!, Shout!, Wail!, Lament!

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to cry out loudly, to shout, or to wail. It can be used to express a variety of strong emotions, such as joy, triumph, sorrow, or lamentation. It is often used in contexts of battle cries, shouts of victory, or expressions of deep grief.

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

Synonyms: ΚΡΑΖΩ, ΒΟΑΩ, ΟΛΟΛΥΖΩ

Etymology: The word ἈΛΑΛΑΖΩ is derived from the onomatopoeic root 'ἀλαλαί' (alalái), which imitates a loud cry or shout, often a war cry.

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.

G0935

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: bah-see-LEHFS

Translations: king, a king, ruler, sovereign

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

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΡΧΩΝ, ΗΓΕΜΩΝ, ΚΥΡΙΟΣ

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

G4771

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: SOY

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Second Person

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

G1342

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: dee-KAH-ee-oss

Translations: righteous, just, upright, fair, a righteous one, a just one

Notes: This word describes someone or something that is righteous, just, or in conformity with divine or human law. It can refer to a person who acts morally and ethically, or to an action that is considered fair and equitable. When used as a noun, it refers to a righteous person.

Inflection: Masculine, Nominative, Singular (can also be used substantively as a noun)

Synonyms: ΑΓΑΘΟΣ, ΟΣΙΟΣ, ΕΥΘΥΣ

Etymology: This word comes from the Greek word δίκη (dikē), meaning 'justice' or 'right'. It describes that which is in accordance with justice or right.

G4982

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle, Adjective

Sounds like: SOH-zohn

Translations: saving, delivering, preserving, a savior, a deliverer

Notes: This word is a present active participle of the verb 'to save' or 'to deliver'. It describes someone or something that is currently in the act of saving, delivering, or preserving. It can function as a verb, an adjective modifying a noun, or even as a noun itself, meaning 'the one who saves' or 'a savior'. For example, it could be used in a sentence like 'the saving one' or 'he is saving'.

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

Synonyms: ΡΥΟΜΑΙ, ΔΙΑΣΩΖΩ, ΛΥΤΡΟΩ

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-.

G4239

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: PRAH-oos

Translations: meek, gentle, humble, a meek one, a gentle one, a humble one

Notes: This word describes someone who is meek, gentle, or humble. It implies a disposition of mildness and quietness, often in the face of adversity or provocation, and is not to be confused with weakness. It can be used to describe a person's character or demeanor.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΡΑΟΣ, ΕΠΙΕΙΚΗΣ, ΤΑΠΕΙΝΟΣ

Etymology: The origin of this word is uncertain, but it is thought to be related to the Greek word 'πρᾶος' (praos), which also means 'meek' or 'gentle'.

G4434

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: PTO-khos

Translations: poor, a poor person, beggar, a beggar, destitute, needy

Notes: This word describes someone who is poor, destitute, or a beggar. It refers to someone who is utterly dependent on others for their needs, often implying extreme poverty or a state of spiritual humility and dependence on God. It can be used as an adjective to describe a person or thing as poor, or as a noun to refer to a poor person or beggar.

Inflection: Masculine or Feminine, Nominative or Vocative, Singular

Synonyms: ΠΕΝΗΣ, ΕΝΔΕΗΣ, ΑΔΥΝΑΤΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΠΤΩΧΟΣ comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *ptō- meaning 'to fall'. It originally referred to someone who crouches or cringes, implying a state of abject poverty or begging.

G1910

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: eh-pee-beh-BEE-koss

Translations: having mounted, having ridden, mounted upon, riding upon

Notes: This word is the perfect active participle of the verb 'ἘΠΙΒΑΙΝΩ', meaning 'to step on, to mount, to embark'. As a participle, it describes someone who has completed the action of mounting or stepping onto something. It is often used to describe someone who is riding an animal or has boarded a ship.

Inflection: Perfect Active Participle, Nominative, Singular, Masculine

Synonyms: ἈΝΑΒΑΙΝΩ, ἘΠΙΒΑΤΗΣ

Etymology: The word ἘΠΙΒΑΙΝΩ is a compound word formed from the preposition ἘΠΙ (epi), meaning 'upon' or 'on', and the verb ΒΑΙΝΩ (bainō), meaning 'to go' or 'to step'.

G5268

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: hoo-po-ZY-gee-on

Translations: beast of burden, a beast of burden, donkey, an ass, mule

Notes: This word refers to a beast of burden, typically an animal used for carrying loads or for riding, such as a donkey or a mule. It is a compound word formed from 'ὑπό' (hypo), meaning 'under', and 'ζυγόν' (zygon), meaning 'yoke' or 'burden', literally 'that which is under the yoke'. It is used to describe any animal that carries a burden or is yoked for work.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΟΝΟΣ, ΗΜΙΟΝΟΣ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the preposition 'ὑπό' (hypo), meaning 'under', and the noun 'ζυγόν' (zygon), meaning 'yoke' or 'burden'. It literally means 'that which is under the yoke' or 'under a burden', referring to an animal used for labor.

G2235

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: AY-day

Translations: already, now, by this time, forthwith

Notes: This word is an adverb that indicates something has happened or is happening at the present moment, or has already occurred. It emphasizes the immediacy or completion of an action or state. It can be used to mean 'already' in the sense of something having taken place before the expected time, or 'now' in the sense of 'at this very moment'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΝΥΝ, ΑΡΤΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *seh₂-d- (meaning 'already, now'). It is related to words meaning 'at that time' or 'then'.

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'.

G4453

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: poh-LOO

Translations: of selling, of one selling, of a seller

Notes: This word is an inflected form of the verb 'πωλέω' (pōleō), meaning 'to sell'. It is the genitive singular masculine, feminine, or neuter form of the present active participle. It describes the action of selling or refers to the one who is selling, indicating possession or relationship.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΔΙΔΩΜΙ

Etymology: From πῶλος (pōlos, "colt, foal"), referring to the selling of animals. The verb πωλέω originally meant to barter or exchange, especially animals.

G3687

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: oh-no-MAH-zeen

Translations: to name, to call by name, to be named, to mention, to call

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to name' or 'to call by name'. It can be used to refer to the act of giving a name to someone or something, or to refer to someone or something by their name. It can also imply mentioning or making known.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΚΑΛΕΩ, ΛΕΓΩ

Etymology: From the Greek word ὄνομα (onoma), meaning 'name'. The verb is formed by adding the suffix -άζω, which indicates an action related to the noun.

G4397

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: pro-fay-ti-KON

Translations: prophetic, a prophetic thing, a prophetic word

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'prophetic' or 'pertaining to a prophet or prophecy'. It describes something that comes from a prophet or has the nature of a prophecy. For example, one might speak of a 'prophetic word' or a 'prophetic spirit'.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΧΡΗΣΜΩΔΙΚΟΣ, ΜΑΝΤΙΚΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'ΠΡΟΦΗΤΙΚΟΣ' (prophetikos) is derived from 'ΠΡΟΦΗΤΗΣ' (prophētēs), meaning 'prophet', which itself comes from 'πρό' (pro), meaning 'before' or 'forth', and 'φημί' (phēmi), meaning 'to speak'. Thus, it refers to one who speaks forth or declares something, especially divine messages.

G4151

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PNEV-mah

Translations: spirit, a spirit, wind, a wind, breath, a breath

Notes: This word refers to 'spirit,' 'wind,' or 'breath.' In a physical sense, it can mean a gust of wind or the act of breathing. Theologically, it often refers to the Holy Spirit, a spiritual being, or the human spirit. It is a neuter noun and its meaning can vary depending on the context, from a literal breeze to a divine essence.

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

Synonyms: ΑΝΕΜΟΣ, ΠΝΟΗ

Etymology: The word ΠΝΕΥΜΑ derives from the verb πνέω (pneō), meaning 'to breathe,' 'to blow,' or 'to gasp.' It refers to something that is breathed or blown.

G3966

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pat-ree-AR-khoo

Translations: of a patriarch, of the patriarch

Notes: This word refers to the head of a family, tribe, or nation, especially in the Old Testament. It is a compound word formed from 'πατήρ' (father) and 'ἀρχός' (ruler, chief), literally meaning 'father-ruler' or 'chief father'. It is used to describe figures like Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, who were the foundational leaders of the Israelite people. It is typically used in a possessive sense or to indicate origin, as in 'the son of the patriarch' or 'the lineage of the patriarch'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΡΧΗΓΟΣ, ΠΡΟΠΑΤΩΡ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek πατριάρχης (patriárkhēs), a compound of πατήρ (patḗr, “father”) and ἀρχός (arkhós, “ruler, chief”).

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'.

G4302

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pro-E-fayn

Translations: I said before, I spoke before, I foretold

Notes: This is a verb meaning 'to speak before', 'to say in advance', or 'to foretell'. It is often used to refer to something that has already been stated or prophesied. It is a compound word formed from the preposition πρό (pro), meaning 'before', and the verb φημί (phēmi), meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'.

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΛΕΓΩ, ΠΡΟΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ

Etymology: The word προφημί (prophēmi) is a compound verb derived from the preposition πρό (pro), meaning 'before' or 'in front of', and the verb φημί (phēmi), meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'.

G0297

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: am-FOH-teh-rah

Translations: both

Notes: This word means 'both' and refers to two things or two groups. It is a compound word formed from 'ἀμφί' (on both sides, around) and 'ἕτερος' (other, different). It is used to indicate that something applies to or includes two distinct entities or categories. For example, it can be used to say 'both hands' or 'both sides'.

Inflection: Neuter, Plural, Nominative or Accusative

Etymology: The word ἈΜΦΟΤΕΡΟΣ is derived from the Greek preposition ἀμφί (amphi), meaning 'on both sides' or 'around', and ἕτερος (heteros), meaning 'other' or 'different'. It literally means 'both of two'.

G4280

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: proh-ang-geh-LEE-ah

Translations: announcement, a announcement, proclamation, a proclamation, foretelling, a foretelling, prediction, a prediction

Notes: This word refers to an announcement or proclamation made in advance, often implying a foretelling or prediction of future events. It is a compound word formed from 'πρό' (pro), meaning 'before' or 'in front of,' and 'ἀγγελία' (angelia), meaning 'message' or 'announcement.' It is used to describe a message that precedes something else.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΓΓΕΛΙΑ, ΠΡΟΦΗΤΕΙΑ, ΚΗΡΥΓΜΑ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the preposition πρό (pro), meaning 'before' or 'in front of,' and ἀγγελία (angelia), meaning 'message' or 'announcement.' It literally means 'a before-message' or 'fore-announcement.'

G1909

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: ep

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect (preposition)

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ὙΠΕΡ, ΠΑΡΑ

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

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: MEL-loo-sin

Translations: they are about to, they intend, they are going to, they will

Notes: This word indicates an action that is about to happen, an intention, or a future event. It often functions as an auxiliary verb, similar to 'to be going to' or 'to be about to' in English, preceding an infinitive to express future tense or strong intention. It can also mean 'to delay' or 'to hesitate' in some contexts.

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

Synonyms: ἘΣΟΜΑΙ, ΟΦΕΙΛΩ

Etymology: The word ΜΕΛΛΩ comes from Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'to delay, to be slow'. In Greek, it evolved to signify being on the point of doing something, hence its use for future intention.

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.

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.

G4396

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pro-fay-TON

Translations: of prophets

Notes: This word refers to those who speak for God or interpret His will, often foretelling future events. It is a compound word, combining 'pro' (before, forth) and 'phemi' (to speak). It is used to describe individuals who deliver divine messages or act as spokespersons for God.

Inflection: Genitive, Plural, Masculine

Synonyms: ΜΑΝΤΙΣ, ΘΕΟΛΟΓΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'ΠΡΟΦΗΤΗΣ' (prophetes) comes from the Greek prefix 'πρό' (pro), meaning 'before' or 'forth', and the verb 'φημί' (phēmi), meaning 'to speak'. Thus, it literally means 'one who speaks forth' or 'one who speaks before' (either in time or on behalf of someone).

G3551

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: NOH-mon

Translations: law, a law, rule, principle

Notes: The word refers to a law, rule, or principle. In the context of the Bible, it often refers to the Mosaic Law or the Law of God, but it can also refer to a general principle or custom. It is used to denote a standard of conduct or a governing regulation.

Inflection: Singular, Masculine, Accusative

Synonyms: ΚΑΝΩΝ, ΔΙΚΑΙΩΜΑ, ΕΝΤΟΛΗ

Etymology: From a root meaning "to parcel out, distribute." It originally referred to anything assigned or apportioned, and later came to mean a custom, usage, or law.

G1945

Part of Speech: Participle

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

Translations: lying upon, placed upon, imposed, pressing upon, a thing lying upon, a thing placed upon

Notes: This word is a present middle/passive participle of the verb 'ἐπίκειμαι' (epikeimai), meaning 'to lie upon' or 'to be placed upon'. It describes something that is situated on top of, resting upon, or pressing down on something else. It can also refer to something that is imposed or laid upon, such as a burden or a task. As a participle, it functions like an adjective, modifying a noun, or like an adverb, describing an action.

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

Synonyms: ΚΕΙΜΕΝΟΝ, ΕΠΙΤΙΘΕΜΕΝΟΝ

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.

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: Verb

Sounds like: geh-GOH-neh

Translations: has become, has happened, was, came to pass, occurred

Notes: ΓΕΓΟΝΕ is a form of the verb γίνομαι, meaning 'to become,' 'to happen,' 'to come into being,' or 'to be.' This specific form indicates an action that has been completed in the past but has ongoing results or relevance in the present. It is often translated as 'has become' or 'has happened.'

Inflection: Perfect Active Indicative, 3rd Person Singular

Synonyms: ΕΙΜΙ, ΥΠΑΡΧΩ, ΠΟΙΕΩ

Etymology: The word γίνομαι 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 notions of coming into existence or becoming.

G1289

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-ess-keh-DAS-thay-san

Translations: they were scattered, they were dispersed

Notes: This word describes an action where a group of people or things are scattered or dispersed. It is used to indicate that they were spread out in different directions, often implying a breaking up of a gathering or a forceful scattering. It is a compound word formed from διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'apart', and σκεδάζω (skedazō), meaning 'to scatter'.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Passive, Third Person Plural

Synonyms: ΔΙΑΣΚΟΡΠΙΖΩ, ΣΚΟΡΠΙΖΩ

Etymology: The word διασκεδάζω (diaskedazō) is formed from the preposition διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'apart', and the verb σκεδάζω (skedazō), meaning 'to scatter' or 'to disperse'.

G3498

Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective

Sounds like: NEK-ron

Translations: of the dead, of dead ones

Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of 'ΝΕΚΡΟΣ', meaning 'dead' or 'a dead person'. It is used to indicate possession or relationship, often translated as 'of the dead' or 'belonging to the dead'. It can refer to deceased individuals collectively or to the state of being dead.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΤΕΘΝΕΩΤΩΝ, ΑΠΟΘΑΝΟΝΤΩΝ

Etymology: From an ancient root meaning 'to lie down' or 'to be still', related to the idea of a corpse or something lifeless.

G3982

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: peh-PEH-kee-ken

Translations: he has persuaded, he has convinced, he has prevailed upon

Notes: This word is the third person singular, perfect active indicative form of the verb 'ΠΕΙΘΩ' (peithō). It describes an action that was completed in the past and has ongoing results or a continuing state in the present. It means 'he has persuaded' or 'he has convinced' someone, implying that the person remains persuaded or convinced.

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

Synonyms: ΠΕΠΕΙΣΤΑΙ, ΠΕΠΕΙΘΕΝ

G4395

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pro-ep-ef-ee-TEV-toh

Translations: it had been prophesied beforehand, it was prophesied beforehand

Notes: This word is a compound verb, formed from the root 'προφητεύω' (to prophesy) with the prefixes 'προ-' (before) and 'ἐπί-' (upon, in addition). It means 'to have been prophesied beforehand' or 'to have been foretold'. It describes an action that was completed in the past before another past action, emphasizing that the prophecy occurred well in advance.

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΛΕΓΩ, ΠΡΟΕΡΩ

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'.

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

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.

G3982

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: peis-THEN-tes

Translations: having been persuaded, having obeyed, having trusted, having been convinced

Notes: This word is an aorist passive participle derived from the verb 'peithō', meaning 'to persuade' or 'to trust'. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred, indicating that the subjects have undergone the process of being persuaded, convinced, or having come to trust/obey. It functions like an adjective or adverb, modifying a noun or verb in the sentence, often indicating the reason or circumstance for another action.

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

Synonyms: ΠΕΠΟΙΘΟΤΕΣ, ΠΕΠΕΙΣΜΕΝΟΙ

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.

G3625

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: oy-koo-MEH-nen

Translations: the inhabited earth, the world, the Roman Empire

Notes: This word refers to the inhabited earth, often specifically the Roman Empire during the time of the New Testament. It can also refer more generally to the entire world or a specific region that is populated. It is used to describe the scope of events or authority, such as a decree affecting the whole world.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΚΟΣΜΟΣ, ΓΗ

Etymology: The word ΟΙΚΟΥΜΕΝΗ (oikoumenē) is the feminine present passive participle of the verb ΟΙΚΕΩ (oikeō), meaning 'to inhabit' or 'to dwell'. It literally means 'the inhabited (land)' or 'that which is inhabited'.

G3606

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: O-THEN

Translations: from where, whence, wherefore, therefore, for which reason

Notes: This word is an adverb that can indicate either origin or consequence. It is used to ask or state 'from where' something comes or originates. It can also be used to mean 'therefore' or 'for which reason', indicating a logical conclusion or cause.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΟ, ΔΙΑ ΤΟΥΤΟ, ΟΠΟΥ

Etymology: From the demonstrative stem *ho- (meaning 'this' or 'that') combined with the suffix -θεν, which indicates origin or source. It is related to other adverbs of place and origin in Greek.

G0950

Part of Speech: Adjective, Verb

Sounds like: beh-BAH-ee-oy

Translations: firm, secure, certain, steadfast, sure, established, confirmed, to make firm, to confirm, to establish

Notes: This word can function as an adjective meaning 'firm' or 'secure,' describing something that is stable, reliable, or certain. It can also be a verb meaning 'to make firm' or 'to confirm,' indicating the act of establishing or strengthening something. In the provided examples, it appears as an adjective in the nominative plural masculine/feminine/neuter, or as a verb in the present active indicative third person singular.

Inflection: Nominative Plural (Masculine, Feminine, Neuter) or Present Active Indicative Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΑΣΦΑΛΗΣ, ΠΙΣΤΟΣ, ΣΤΕΡΕΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΒΕΒΑΙΟΣ (bebaios) is derived from the root of the verb βαίνω (bainō), meaning 'to go' or 'to step,' implying something that stands firm or is well-grounded.

G4102

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PIS-tei

Translations: (by) faith, (in) faith, (with) faith, (to) faith, (by) trust, (in) trust, (with) trust, (to) trust, (by) belief, (in) belief, (with) belief, (to) belief

Notes: This word is a noun meaning 'faith,' 'trust,' or 'belief.' It refers to a firm conviction or reliance on something or someone. In Koine Greek, it is often used to describe spiritual faith, particularly in God or Christ. As a dative case, it indicates the means, instrument, or recipient of an action, often translated with prepositions like 'by,' 'in,' 'with,' or 'to.'

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΕΠΟΙΘΗΣΙΣ, ΕΛΠΙΣ

G3101

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: mah-thee-TEH-yah

Translations: discipleship, a discipleship, instruction, teaching, a teaching

Notes: This word refers to the state or process of being a disciple, which involves learning, instruction, and training. It describes the discipline and commitment required to follow a teacher or master, particularly in a religious or philosophical context. It can be used to describe the act of teaching or the content of the teaching itself.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΙΔΑΣΚΑΛΙΑ, ΠΑΙΔΕΙΑ

Etymology: From the Greek word μαθητής (mathētēs), meaning 'disciple' or 'learner', which itself comes from the verb μανθάνω (manthanō), meaning 'to learn'. The suffix -εια (-eia) forms abstract nouns, indicating a state or condition.

G1893

Part of Speech: Conjunction

Sounds like: ep-AY-day

Translations: since, because, for, inasmuch as, seeing that

Notes: This word is a conjunction used to introduce a clause that provides a reason or cause for the main clause. It can be translated as 'since,' 'because,' or 'for,' indicating a logical connection between events or statements. It is often found at the beginning of a sentence or clause.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΟΤΙ, ΓΑΡ, ΕΠΕΙ

Etymology: This word is a compound of the preposition ἘΠΙ (epi, 'upon, on') and the conjunction ἘΠΕΙ (epei, 'when, since'), with the particle ΔΗ (de, 'indeed, now'). It emphasizes the causal relationship.

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.

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.

G1565

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective

Sounds like: eh-KAY-noo

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter

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

G3708

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: oh-ROH-meh-nohn

Translations: of things being seen, of things seen, of visible things

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'to see'. It refers to things that are being seen or have been seen, or to things that are visible. It functions like an adjective, describing nouns as 'visible' or 'seen'. In the provided context, it is used in the genitive case, often translated as 'of things seen' or 'of visible things'.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Neuter, Present, Passive

Synonyms: ΒΛΕΠΟΜΕΝΩΝ, ΘΕΩΡΟΥΜΕΝΩΝ

Etymology: From the Proto-Indo-European root *wer- 'to perceive, watch'. In Koine Greek, it developed from the classical Greek verb 'ὁράω' (horaō), meaning 'to see, look, behold'.

G3982

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: PAY-thoh

Translations: I persuade, I convince, I obey, I trust, I yield, I believe

Notes: This verb generally means to persuade or convince someone. In the active voice, it means to persuade, while in the passive or middle voice, it often means to be persuaded, to obey, to trust, or to yield. It can be used in contexts where one is trying to influence another's opinion or actions, or where one is submitting to authority or belief.

Inflection: First Person Singular, Present Active Indicative

Synonyms: ΠΙΣΤΕΥΩ, ΠΑΡΑΚΑΛΕΩ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *bʰeydʰ-, meaning 'to persuade, to compel, to trust'. It is related to Latin fīdo ('I trust') and fides ('faith').

G3004

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: lekh-THEN-tah

Translations: things having been said, what was said, spoken things, the things said

Notes: This word is an aorist passive participle derived from the verb 'ΛΕΓΩ' (lego), meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or a noun, describing something that has been said or spoken. It refers to actions completed in the past, viewed as a whole. For example, it could be used in a sentence like 'they heard the things having been said'.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Participle, Nominative or Accusative, Plural, Neuter (most common), or Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΕΙΡΗΜΕΝΑ, ΛΑΛΗΘΕΝΤΑ

G4501

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: rom-FEYE-ah

Translations: sword, a sword, dagger, spear

Notes: This word refers to a large, broad sword, often associated with a Thracian or Dacian weapon, or more generally, any sharp weapon like a dagger or spear. It is frequently used metaphorically in the New Testament to represent divine judgment or spiritual conflict. It is a feminine noun.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΜΑΧΑΙΡΑ, ΞΙΦΟΣ

Etymology: The word is of Thracian origin, referring to a type of long, straight or curved sword. It was adopted into Greek and Latin.

G1825

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eks-eg-er-THEE-tee

Translations: awake, arise, wake up, be aroused, stir up

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to awaken,' 'to arise,' or 'to stir up.' It is often used as a command or an exhortation to someone to wake up or to take action. It can refer to physical awakening from sleep or a metaphorical awakening to a situation or a call to action.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Imperative, Second Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΕΓΕΙΡΩ, ΑΝΙΣΤΗΜΙ, ΔΙΕΓΕΙΡΩ

Etymology: The word ἐξεγείρω (exegeirō) is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from,' and the verb ἐγείρω (egeirō), meaning 'to awaken' or 'to raise.' Thus, it literally means 'to awaken out of' or 'to raise up from.'

G4166

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: poy-MEH-nah

Translations: shepherd, a shepherd, pastor, a pastor

Notes: This word refers to a shepherd, someone who tends and cares for sheep. It can also be used metaphorically to describe a leader, a guide, or a spiritual pastor who cares for a flock of people. In its literal sense, it describes a person whose occupation is to look after sheep. In a figurative sense, it describes someone who provides guidance and protection, much like a shepherd protects their flock.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΒΟΥΚΟΛΟΣ, ΑΙΠΟΛΟΣ

G0435