First Apology of Justin Martyr Chapter 47, Interlinear version from Justin Martyr (Beta)

First Apology of Justin Martyr, Chapter 47

Interlinear version from Justin Martyr (Beta)

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ΟΤΙ
- OTI
- because
ΟἸΝ
- OIN
- therefore
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- also
ἘΚΠΟΡΘΗΘΗΣΕΣΘΑΙ
- EKPORTHĒTHĒSESTHAI
- to-be-laid-waste
Η
- Ē
- the
ΓΗ
- GĒ
- land
ἸΟΥΔΑΙΩΝ
- IOUDAIŌN
- of-Judeans
ἘΜΕΛΛΕΝ
- EMELLEN
- was-about
ἈΚΟΥΣΑΤΕ
- AKOUSATE
- listen
ΤΩΝ
- TŌN
- of-the
ΕἸΡΗΜΕΝΩΝ
- EIRĒMENŌN
- things-said
ΥΠΟ
- YPO
- by
ΤΟΥ
- TOU
- the
ΠΡΟΦΗΤΙΚΟΥ
- PROPHĒTIKOU
- prophetic
ΠΝΕΥΜΑΤΟΣ
- PNEUMATOS
- breath
ΕἸΡΗΝΤΑΙ
- EIRĒNTAI
- they-have-been-said
ΔΕ
- DE
- and
ΟΙ
- OI
- the
ΛΟΓΟΙ
- LOGOI
- words
ΩΣ
- ŌS
- as
ἈΠΟ
- APO
- from
ΠΡΟΣΩΠΟΥ
- PROSŌPOU
- face
ΛΑΩΝ
- LAŌN
- of-peoples
ΘΑΥΜΑΖΟΝΤΩΝ
- THAUMAZONTŌN
- wondering
ΤΑ
- TA
- the
ΓΕΓΕΝΗΜΕΝΑ
- GEGENĒMENA
- things-that-have-happened
ΕἸΣΙ
- EISI
- they-are
ΔΕ
- DE
- and
ΟΙΔΕ
- OIDE
- these
ἘΓΕΝΗΘΗ
- EGENĒTHĒ
- became
ἘΡΗΜΟΣ
- ERĒMOS
- desolate
ΣΙΩΝ
- SIŌN
- Zion
ΩΣ
- ŌS
- as
ἘΡΗΜΟΣ
- ERĒMOS
- desolate
ἘΓΕΝΗΘΗ
- EGENĒTHĒ
- became
ΙΕΡΟΥΣΑΛΗΜ
- IEROUSALĒM
- Jerusalem
ΕἸΣ
- EIS
- into
ΚΑΤΑΡΑΝ
- KATARAN
- [a] curse
Ο
- O
- the
ΟἸΚΟΣ
- OIKOS
- house
ΤΟ
- TO
- the
ΑΓΙΟΝ
- AGION
- holy-place
ΗΜΩΝ
- ĒMŌN
- of-us

G3754

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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.

G2532

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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.

G1607

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ek-por-thay-THEH-ses-thai

Translations: to be utterly destroyed, to be completely laid waste, to be plundered, to be devastated

Notes: This word is a future perfect passive infinitive of the verb ἐκπορθέω (ekportheō). It describes an action that will have been completed in the future, emphasizing the thoroughness and finality of the destruction or devastation. It is used to indicate that something will be completely ruined or laid waste.

Inflection: Future Perfect, Passive, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΑΦΑΝΙΖΩ, ΚΑΤΑΛΥΩ, ΕΡΗΜΟΩ

Etymology: From ἐκ (ek, 'out of, from') and πορθέω (portheō, 'to lay waste, destroy'). The prefix ἐκ intensifies the meaning of destruction, implying a complete and thorough devastation.

G3588, G3739, G2228

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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.

G3195

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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'.

G2046

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ee-ray-MEH-nohn

Translations: of the things said, of the things spoken, of the things mentioned, of the aforesaid, of the aforementioned

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle, meaning 'having been said' or 'having been spoken'. It functions like an adjective or a noun, referring to things that have already been stated or mentioned. In this genitive plural form, it typically refers to 'of the things that have been said' or 'of the aforementioned things'. It is often used to refer back to previous statements or topics in a text.

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

Synonyms: ΡΗΘΕΝΤΩΝ, ΛΕΛΑΛΗΜΕΝΩΝ

G5259

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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.

G3588, G3778

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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.

G2046

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ee-RAYN-tai

Translations: they have been said, they have been spoken, they have been told

Notes: This is the third person plural perfect indicative passive form of the verb 'to say' or 'to speak'. It indicates an action that was completed in the past and whose results continue into the present. It is used to state that something has been said or spoken by someone, often implying that the statement is now a settled fact or a matter of record.

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

Synonyms: ΛΕΛΑΛΗΝΤΑΙ, ΕΙΡΗΚΑΜΕΝ

G1161

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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.

G3588

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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.

G5613

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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.

G4383

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pro-SO-poo

Translations: of face, of countenance, of presence, of person, of a face, of a countenance, of a presence, of a person

Notes: This word refers primarily to the 'face' or 'countenance' of a person or thing. It can also denote 'presence' or 'appearance'. In a broader sense, it can refer to the 'person' or 'individual' themselves. It is often used in phrases like 'from the face of' or 'before the face of' to mean 'from the presence of' or 'before the presence of'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Neuter

Synonyms: ΟΨΙΣ, ΕΙΔΟΣ, ΜΟΡΦΗ

Etymology: The word 'ΠΡΟΣΩΠΟΝ' is derived from the Greek preposition 'πρός' (pros), meaning 'to' or 'towards', and 'ὤψ' (ōps), meaning 'eye' or 'face'. It literally means 'that which is before the eyes' or 'that which is turned towards'.

G3588

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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.

G1096

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Part of Speech: Participle, Noun

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

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΓΕΓΟΝΟΤΑ, ΠΡΑΓΜΑΤΑ, ΣΥΜΒΕΒΗΚΟΤΑ

G1492

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: OY-deh

Translations: he knows, she knows, it knows, they know, he has known, she has known, it has known, they have known

Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'to know' or 'to have known'. It is used to indicate a state of knowing or having knowledge, often implying a settled or complete understanding rather than the process of learning. It can refer to a singular subject (he, she, it) or a plural subject (they), depending on context, as its form is the same for the third person singular and third person plural in the perfect tense.

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

Synonyms: ΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΕΠΙΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ

G1096

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-geh-NEE-thay

Translations: was, became, happened, came to pass, occurred, was made

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist indicative passive (or deponent middle) form of the verb 'γίνομαι' (ginomai), meaning 'to become,' 'to happen,' 'to come into being,' or 'to be made.' It describes an action that occurred in the past, indicating a change of state or an event taking place. For example, it can be used to say 'he/she/it became' or 'it happened.'

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Passive (or Deponent Middle), 3rd Person Singular

Synonyms: ΣΥΜΒΑΙΝΩ, ΥΠΑΡΧΩ

G2048

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Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: EH-ray-mos

Translations: desolate, deserted, solitary, lonely, uninhabited, wilderness, desert, a wilderness, a desert

Notes: This word describes something as desolate, deserted, or uninhabited. It can refer to a place, like a wilderness or a desert, or it can describe a person as lonely or solitary. As an adjective, it modifies a noun, indicating its state of emptiness or isolation. As a noun, it refers to a desolate place itself.

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

Synonyms: ΕΡΗΜΙΑ, ΑΝΥΔΡΟΣ, ΕΡΗΜΟΝ

Etymology: The word comes from a pre-Greek word, likely related to a sense of 'empty' or 'deserted'.

G4622

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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.

G2419

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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.

G1519

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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'.

G2671

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: kah-TAH-ran

Translations: curse, a curse

Notes: This word refers to a curse, an imprecation, or a malediction. It signifies a pronouncement of divine punishment or misfortune upon someone or something. It is often used in contexts where a negative consequence or judgment is invoked.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΝΑΘΕΜΑ, ΑΡΑ

Etymology: The word "κατάρα" (katara) comes from the Greek verb "καταράομαι" (kataraomai), meaning "to curse." It is formed from the prefix "κατά" (kata), meaning "down" or "against," and "ἀρά" (ara), meaning "a prayer, imprecation, curse."

G3588

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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'.

G3588

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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.

G0040

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: AH-gee-on

Translations: holy, sacred, a holy thing, a sacred thing, set apart

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'holy,' 'sacred,' or 'set apart.' It describes something that is consecrated to God, pure, or morally blameless. It can refer to places, objects, or people that are dedicated to divine service or possess a divine quality. In its neuter form, it can also refer to a 'holy thing' or 'sacred place.'

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

Synonyms: ΟΣΙΟΣ, ΙΕΡΟΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'to venerate' or 'to dread'. It refers to that which inspires awe and reverence, particularly in a religious context.

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