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First Apology of Justin Martyr, Chapter 67
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G1473
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: hay-MACE
Translations: we
Notes: This word is a first-person plural pronoun, meaning 'we'. It is used as the subject of a sentence or clause, indicating that the action is performed by the speaker and one or more other people. For example, 'we go' or 'we believe'.
Inflection: Nominative, Plural, First Person
Etymology: The word 'ΕΓΩ' (ego) comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is a fundamental pronoun found across many Indo-European languages.
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.
G3326
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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'.
G3778
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Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective
Sounds like: TOW-tah
Translations: these, these things
Notes: This word is a demonstrative pronoun or adjective, meaning 'these' or 'these things'. It refers to something previously mentioned or understood from the context, pointing it out specifically. As a pronoun, it stands in place of a noun, while as an adjective, it modifies a noun.
Inflection: Plural, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΟΔΕ, ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ
G3062
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Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun, Adverb
Sounds like: LOY-pon
Translations: remaining, the rest, the remainder, other, finally, henceforth, for the rest
Notes: This word can function as an adjective meaning 'remaining' or 'other', a noun meaning 'the rest' or 'the remainder', or an adverb meaning 'finally', 'henceforth', or 'for the rest'. As an adjective, it describes what is left over. As a noun, it refers to the remaining portion or people. As an adverb, it introduces a concluding thought or indicates a future time.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΕΠΙΛΟΙΠΟΣ, ΚΑΤΑΛΟΙΠΟΣ
Etymology: From the verb λείπω (leípō), meaning 'to leave' or 'to remain'.
G0104
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Part of Speech: Adverb
Sounds like: ah-EH-ee
Translations: always, ever, continually, at all times
Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'always' or 'ever'. It indicates something that happens without interruption, continuously, or at all times. It can be used to describe an action or state that is perpetual or ongoing.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΠΑΝΤΟΤΕ, ΔΙΑΠΑΝΤΟΣ
Etymology: The word 'ἈΕΙ' comes from an ancient root meaning 'ever' or 'always'. It is related to words indicating duration or perpetuity.
G3778
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: TOO-tone
Translations: of these, of them
Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the demonstrative pronoun 'οὗτος' (houtos), meaning 'this' or 'these'. It is used to indicate possession or relationship, often translated as 'of these' or 'of them', referring to things or people previously mentioned or understood from context. It can refer to masculine, feminine, or neuter nouns.
Inflection: Plural, Genitive, All genders
Synonyms: ΕΚΕΙΝΩΝ
G240
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Part of Speech: Reciprocal Pronoun
Sounds like: al-LAY-loos
Translations: one another, each other
Notes: This word is a reciprocal pronoun, meaning 'one another' or 'each other'. It is used to indicate that the action of the verb is performed by each member of a group upon the other members. For example, 'they loved one another'. It is a compound word formed from the word ἈΛΛΟΣ (ALLOS), meaning 'other'.
Inflection: Accusative, Plural, Masculine. Reciprocal pronouns do not have singular forms and are only found in the genitive, dative, and accusative cases.
G0363
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ah-nah-mim-NEES-koh-men
Translations: to remind, to remember, to recall
Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the prefix ἀνα- (ana-, meaning 'up' or 'again') and the verb μιμνήσκω (mimnesko, meaning 'to remind' or 'to remember'). It means to bring something to mind, either by reminding someone else or by remembering something oneself. It can be used transitively to mean 'to remind someone of something' or intransitively to mean 'to remember' or 'to recall'.
Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, 1st Person Plural
Synonyms: ΜΙΜΝΗΣΚΩ, ὙΠΟΜΙΜΝΗΣΚΩ
Etymology: The word ἀναμιμνήσκω (anamimnesko) is formed from the prefix ἀνά (ana), meaning 'up' or 'again', and the verb μιμνήσκω (mimnesko), which means 'to remind' or 'to remember'. The root μιμνήσκω is related to the Indo-European root *men-, meaning 'to think' or 'to remember'.
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.
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.
G2192
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Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)
Sounds like: EKH-on-tes
Translations: having, holding, possessing, those who have, while having
Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'ἔχω' (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. It describes someone or something that is in the act of having, holding, or possessing something. It functions like an adjective or adverb, providing additional information about the subject of a sentence, often translated as 'having' or 'those who have'.
Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Nominative or Accusative, Plural, Masculine or Neuter
Synonyms: ΚΕΚΤΗΜΕΝΟΙ, ΚΑΤΕΧΟΝΤΕΣ, ΛΑΜΒΑΝΟΝΤΕΣ
G3588
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Part of Speech: Definite Article
Sounds like: toys
Translations: to the, for the, the
Notes: ΤΟΙΣ is the dative plural form of the definite article in Koine Greek. It functions similarly to 'the' in English, but specifically indicates the indirect object or the recipient of an action, or location/instrument when used with a dative noun. It can be used with masculine, feminine, or neuter nouns in the plural.
Inflection: Plural, Dative, All genders
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is a demonstrative pronoun that evolved into the definite article in Greek.
G3007
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Part of Speech: Participle
Sounds like: lay-POH-meh-noys
Translations: (to) those remaining, (to) those lacking, (to) the ones remaining, (to) the ones lacking
Notes: This word is a present middle/passive participle derived from the verb 'λείπω' (leipō), meaning 'to leave', 'to lack', or 'to be left behind'. In this dative plural form, it refers to 'those who are remaining' or 'those who are lacking' something. It is used to describe a group of people who are in a state of being left over or deficient.
Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Participle, Dative, Plural, Masculine or Neuter
Synonyms: ΥΠΟΛΕΙΠΟΜΕΝΟΙΣ, ΥΣΤΕΡΟΥΜΕΝΟΙΣ
G3956
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: PAH-sin
Translations: to all, for all, with all, by all, in all
Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'all' or 'every'. It is used to indicate totality or completeness, often modifying a noun to show that something applies to every member of a group or every part of a whole. In this dative plural form, it typically translates as 'to all', 'for all', 'with all', or 'in all', depending on the context.
Inflection: Plural, Dative, Masculine, Feminine or Neuter
Synonyms: ΟΛΟΣ, ΑΠΑΣ
G1957
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: eh-pee-koo-ROO-men
Translations: we help, we aid, we assist
Notes: This word means to help, aid, or assist someone, often implying a supportive or protective action. It describes the act of providing relief or succor to those in need. It is used to express the action of giving assistance or support.
Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, 1st Person, Plural
Synonyms: ΒΟΗΘΕΩ, ΣΥΝΕΡΓΕΩ
G4905
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: soon-ES-men
Translations: we are with, we are together, we are present with
Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition 'σύν' (with) and the verb 'εἰμί' (to be). It means 'to be with' or 'to be together'. It describes a state of being in company or association with someone or something. For example, 'we are with them' or 'we are together in this place'.
Inflection: First Person, Plural, Present, Indicative
Synonyms: ΠΑΡΕΙΜΙ, ΣΥΝΟΝΤΕΣ
G240
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Part of Speech: Reciprocal Pronoun
Sounds like: al-LAY-loys
Translations: one another, each other, to one another, to each other
Notes: This word is a reciprocal pronoun, meaning 'one another' or 'each other'. It is used to indicate that an action or relationship is mutual between two or more subjects. For example, 'they spoke to one another' or 'they loved each other'. It is always used in the plural.
Inflection: Plural, Dative, Masculine
G1909
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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'.
G3956
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: PAH-see
Translations: (to) all, (for) all, (to) every, (for) every, (to) the whole, (for) the whole
Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'all', 'every', or 'the whole'. It is used to indicate totality or universality. As a dative plural form, it typically signifies 'to all' or 'for all', indicating the recipients or beneficiaries of an action.
Inflection: Plural, Dative, All genders
Synonyms: ΑΠΑΣΙ, ΟΛΟΙΣ
G5037
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Part of Speech: Conjunction, Particle
Sounds like: TEH
Translations: and, both, also, even, then, so, indeed
Notes: This word is a postpositive particle, meaning it typically appears after the word it modifies or connects. It functions as a conjunction, often translated as 'and' or 'both...and', connecting words, phrases, or clauses. It can also add emphasis or indicate a consequence, sometimes translated as 'also' or 'even'. When used in pairs (τε...τε or τε...καί), it means 'both...and'. It is less emphatic than 'καί' (kai) and often implies a closer connection or a more natural pairing between the elements it joins.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΚΑΙ, ΔΕ, ΑΛΛΑ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *kʷe, a clitic particle meaning 'and'. It is cognate with Latin -que and Sanskrit ca.
G3739
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: OYS
Translations: to whom, to which, to what
Notes: This word is a relative pronoun, meaning 'to whom', 'to which', or 'to what'. It is used to introduce a relative clause, connecting it to a noun or pronoun in the main clause. It indicates the indirect object of the verb in the relative clause, showing to whom or to what an action is directed. It can refer to people or things and is used for all genders.
Inflection: Dative, Plural, All genders
Synonyms: ΤΙΣ, ὉΠΟΙΟΣ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is related to the demonstrative pronoun and is a common form for relative pronouns across Indo-European languages.
G4374
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: pros-FEH-roh-meh-tha
Translations: we offer, we bring to, we present, we are offered, we are brought to, we are presented
Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition 'πρός' (pros), meaning 'to' or 'towards', and the verb 'φέρω' (pherō), meaning 'to bear' or 'to carry'. In its active voice, it means 'to bring to', 'to offer', or 'to present'. In the middle or passive voice, as in this form, it can mean 'to offer for oneself', 'to be offered', or 'to be brought to'. It is used to describe the act of bringing something to someone or something, often in a formal or ritualistic context, such as offering sacrifices or gifts.
Inflection: First Person Plural, Present Indicative, Middle or Passive Voice
Synonyms: ΦΕΡΩ, ΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΠΑΡΕΧΩ
G2127
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: yoo-lo-GOH-men
Translations: we bless, we praise, we speak well of
Notes: This word means to bless, to praise, or to speak well of someone or something. It is often used in a religious context to express adoration or to invoke divine favor. It can also mean to consecrate or to make holy.
Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, 1st Person, Plural
Synonyms: ΑἸΝΕΩ, ΔΟΞΑΖΩ
G3588
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Part of Speech: Definite Article
Sounds like: TON
Translations: the
Notes: This word is the masculine singular accusative form of the definite article 'the'. It is used to specify a particular masculine noun that is the direct object of a verb or preposition. For example, it would be used in phrases like 'he saw the man' or 'towards the God'.
Inflection: Masculine, Singular, Accusative
Etymology: The Greek definite article derives from Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronouns. It developed to function as a marker of definiteness in Greek.
G4163
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: Poy-ay-TEEN
Translations: maker, a maker, creator, a creator, poet, a poet
Notes: This word refers to someone who makes or creates something. It can also specifically mean a poet, as a poet is a 'maker' of verses or stories. It is used to describe the one who brings something into existence.
Inflection: Accusative, Singular, Masculine
Synonyms: ΔΗΜΙΟΥΡΓΟΣ, ΚΤΙΣΤΗΣ
G3588
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Part of Speech: Definite Article
Sounds like: TONE
Translations: of the
Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the definite article 'the'. It functions to indicate possession, origin, or relationship for plural nouns, similar to 'of the' in English. It can precede nouns of any gender.
Inflection: Genitive, Plural, All Genders (Masculine, Feminine, Neuter)
G3956
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: PAN-tone
Translations: (of) all, (of) every, (of) everyone, (of) everything, (of) the whole
Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the adjective 'πᾶς' (pas), meaning 'all', 'every', or 'the whole'. It is used to indicate possession, origin, or relationship for a plural group, signifying 'of all' or 'belonging to all'. It can refer to people, things, or concepts, encompassing a complete set or totality.
Inflection: Genitive, Plural, All genders
Synonyms: ΟΛΟΣ, ΑΠΑΣ
G1223
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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'.
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.
G5207
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ee-OO
Translations: of a son, of son, of the son
Notes: This word refers to a male offspring or descendant. It is commonly used to denote a son, but can also refer to a male child in general, or even a descendant in a broader sense, such as 'sons of Israel' meaning the people of Israel. In this genitive form, it indicates possession or origin, often translated with 'of'.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine
Synonyms: ΤΕΚΝΟΝ, ΠΑΙΣ
G0846
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: ow-TOO
Translations: (of) him, his, (of) it, its
Notes: This word is a third-person pronoun. In this genitive singular form, it typically means 'of him,' 'his,' 'of it,' or 'its,' indicating possession or origin. It can refer to a male person or a neuter object/concept.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter
Etymology: The word ΑΥ̓ΤΟΣ (autos) is of uncertain origin, possibly from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'self'. It is an ancient Greek word that has been in continuous use.
G2424
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Part of Speech: Proper Noun
Sounds like: ee-ay-SOO
Translations: of Jesus, to Jesus, of Joshua, to Joshua
Notes: This is a proper name, referring to either Jesus Christ or Joshua, the successor of Moses. It is used to identify a specific individual.
Inflection: Singular, Masculine, Genitive or Dative
G5547
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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
G4151
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: PNEV-mah-tos
Translations: of spirit, of a spirit, of wind, of breath, of the Spirit
Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of the noun 'πνεῦμα' (pneuma). It refers to a spirit, wind, or breath. In a theological context, it often refers to the Holy Spirit. As a genitive case, it typically indicates possession, origin, or relationship, often translated with 'of' in English.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Neuter
G0040
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: ah-GEE-oo
Translations: of holy, of a holy one, of a saint
Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'holy' or 'sacred'. In its genitive form, as seen here, it often translates to 'of holy' or 'of a holy one/saint', indicating possession or origin. It can refer to things, places, or people that are set apart for God or dedicated to a divine purpose.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter
Synonyms: ΙΕΡΟΣ, ΟΣΙΟΣ
G3588
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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.
G2246
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: HAY-lee-oo
Translations: of the sun, sun
Notes: This word refers to the sun, the celestial body that gives light and warmth to the Earth. It is used in contexts describing the sun's position, its light, or as a reference point for direction (e.g., east or west). As a genitive form, it often indicates possession or origin, such as 'of the sun' or 'belonging to the sun'.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *sóh₂wl̥, meaning 'sun'. It is related to Latin sol and English 'sun'.
G3004
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Part of Speech: Participle
Sounds like: leh-GO-meh-nee
Translations: being called, being said, called, said, named, so-called, a called, a said, a named
Notes: This word is a present passive participle, meaning 'being called' or 'being said'. It is often used to describe something that is 'so-called' or 'named', indicating a common designation or a descriptive title. It functions like an adjective, modifying a noun.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine, Present, Passive
Synonyms: ΟΝΟΜΑΖΟΜΕΝΗ, ΚΑΛΟΥΜΕΝΗ
Etymology: The word ΛΕΓΩ (legō) comes from Proto-Indo-European *leǵ-, meaning 'to gather, collect', which evolved to mean 'to pick out words, speak'.
G2250
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: hay-MEH-rah
Translations: day, a day, time, a time, period, a period
Notes: This word refers to a day, which can mean either a 24-hour period or the daylight portion of a day, as opposed to night. It can also be used more broadly to refer to a specific time, season, or period. It is commonly used to mark the passage of time or to refer to a particular point in time.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is related to words meaning 'warm' or 'hot', referring to the warmth of the day.
G2596
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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.
G4172
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: PO-leess
Translations: cities, a city
Notes: This word refers to a city or a town. It is used to describe a populated area with buildings and infrastructure, often with a distinct political or administrative structure. In the provided context, it refers to multiple cities, specifically 'fortified cities'.
Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΑΣΤΥ, ΚΩΜΗ
G2228, G3588
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Part of Speech: Conjunction, Definite Article, Numeral
Sounds like: AY
Translations: or, the, 8
Notes: This word can function as a conjunction meaning 'or', indicating an alternative or choice between two or more options. It can also be the feminine nominative singular form of the definite article 'the', used to specify a feminine noun that is the subject of a sentence. The '̓' (coronis) indicates that this form is an elision, meaning it's a shortened form of a word like ἤ (e.g., when followed by a vowel). Additionally, the '̓' could be a keraia, indicating the numeral 8.
Inflection: Does not inflect (as conjunction or numeral); Singular, Nominative, Feminine (as definite article)
Etymology: The conjunction ἤ (e.g., from which Ἠ is an elision) is of uncertain origin. The definite article ἡ (from which Ἠ is an elision) comes from Proto-Indo-European. The numeral meaning is derived from the Greek letter eta (Η), which was used to represent the number 8.
G0068
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ag-ROOS
Translations: fields, the fields
Notes: This word refers to cultivated land, a field, or the countryside. It is often used in the plural to denote a collection of fields or agricultural areas. It can be used in sentences to describe places where crops are grown or where people might go outside of a city.
Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΧΩΡΑ, ΓΗ
G3306
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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle
Sounds like: meh-NON-tohn
Translations: of remaining, of abiding, of enduring, of those remaining, of those abiding, of those enduring
Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'menō', meaning 'to remain', 'to abide', or 'to endure'. As a participle, it describes an ongoing action or state, often functioning like an adjective or a noun. In this form, it refers to 'those who are remaining' or 'of those who are abiding/enduring'. It indicates a continuous state of being in a place or condition.
Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Genitive, Plural, Masculine or Neuter
Synonyms: ΥΠΟΜΕΝΩ, ΠΑΡΑΜΕΝΩ, ΕΠΙΜΕΝΩ
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.
G0846
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Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective
Sounds like: ow-TOH
Translations: it, itself, the same
Notes: This word is a versatile pronoun and adjective. As a pronoun, it typically means 'he,' 'she,' 'it,' or 'they,' depending on its gender and number. When used as an adjective, it can mean 'the same' or serve as an intensive pronoun, emphasizing the noun it modifies, such as 'himself,' 'herself,' 'itself,' or 'themselves.' Its meaning is highly dependent on its grammatical case, number, and gender within a sentence.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Etymology: This word is believed to derive from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'that, that one.' It developed into the Greek pronoun and adjective 'autos,' retaining its core sense of identity or self.
G4908
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: soon-EL-ew-sis
Translations: assembly, a gathering, a meeting, a convention, a concourse
Notes: This word refers to a coming together of people, an assembly, or a gathering. It describes the act or result of people meeting together for a common purpose or simply congregating in one place.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΣΥΝΑΓΩΓΗ, ΕΚΚΛΗΣΙΑ, ΟΜΗΓΥΡΙΣ
Etymology: This word is derived from the Greek verb 'συνέρχομαι' (synerchomai), meaning 'to come together' or 'to assemble'. It combines 'σύν' (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and 'ἔλευσις' (eleusis), meaning 'a coming' or 'arrival'.
G1096
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: GHI-neh-tai
Translations: becomes, happens, is, is born, comes into being, takes place, arises
Notes: This verb is very common and versatile, meaning 'to become,' 'to happen,' 'to be born,' or 'to come into being.' It describes a state of transition or occurrence, indicating that something is coming into existence or changing its state. It can be used in various contexts to describe events, transformations, or the origin of something.
Inflection: 3rd Person Singular, Present Tense, Indicative Mood, Middle or Passive Voice
Synonyms: ΕΙΜΙ, ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΤΙΚΤΩ
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.
G607
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ah-poh-mnee-moh-NEH-oo-mah-tah
Translations: memoirs, recollections, remembrances
Notes: This word refers to memoirs or recollections, often in the sense of notes or records made from memory. It is a compound word formed from 'ἀπό' (apo, meaning 'from' or 'away from') and 'μνημονεύω' (mnēmoneuō, meaning 'to call to mind' or 'to remember'). It is used to describe written accounts of events or sayings, particularly those based on personal memory or the memory of others.
Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Accusative, or Vocative, Neuter
Synonyms: ὙΠΟΜΝΗΜΑΤΑ, ΜΝΗΜΟΝΕΥΜΑΤΑ
G0652
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ah-pos-TO-lon
Translations: of apostles, apostles
Notes: This word refers to those who are sent out with a specific message or mission, acting as an envoy or delegate. In a religious context, it most commonly refers to the twelve disciples of Jesus, who were sent out to preach the Gospel. It is a compound word, formed from the prefix ἈΠΟ- (APO-), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and ΣΤΕΛΛΩ (STELLO), meaning 'to send'.
Inflection: Genitive, Plural, Masculine
Synonyms: ΚΗΡΥΚΕΣ, ΕΥ̓ΑΓΓΕΛΙΣΤΑΙ
G4863
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: syng-GRAM-mah-tah
Translations: writings, a writing, documents, books, a book
Notes: This word refers to something written, such as a document, a book, or a collection of writings. It is a compound word formed from 'σύν' (together with) and 'γράφω' (to write), indicating something written together or compiled.
Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter
Synonyms: ΒΙΒΛΙΑ, ΓΡΑΦΑΙ, ΕΠΙΣΤΟΛΑΙ
G4396
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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).
G0314
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ah-nah-gi-NOH-skeh-tai
Translations: is read, is being read, is recited, is being recited
Notes: This word is a verb in the passive voice, meaning 'to be read' or 'to be recited'. It describes an action being performed on a subject, rather than by a subject. For example, 'The book is read' or 'The scripture is recited'.
Inflection: Present, Indicative, Passive, Third Person Singular
Synonyms: ἈΝΑΓΙΝΩΣΚΟΜΑΙ, ἈΝΑΛΕΓΟΜΑΙ
Etymology: The word ἀναγινώσκω (anaginōskō) is a compound word formed from the preposition ἀνά (ana), meaning 'up' or 'again', and the verb γινώσκω (ginōskō), meaning 'to know' or 'to perceive'. The combination implies 'to know again' or 'to know thoroughly', which evolved into the meaning 'to read' or 'to recognize by reading'.
G3360
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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.
G1478
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: eng-KHO-reh-ee
Translations: it is possible, it is permissible, it is allowed, it is proper, it is fitting
Notes: This word is an impersonal verb, meaning 'it is possible' or 'it is permissible'. It is often used to indicate that something is within the bounds of what is allowed, proper, or feasible. It can also imply that there is room or space for something to happen or exist. It is a compound word formed from the preposition ἐν (in, within) and the verb χωρέω (to make room, to proceed, to contain).
Inflection: Third Person Singular, Present Indicative, Active Voice
Synonyms: ΕΞΕΣΤΙ, ΔΥΝΑΤΟΝ ΕΣΤΙΝ
G1899
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Part of Speech: Adverb
Sounds like: EYE-tah
Translations: then, next, afterward, moreover, besides, also
Notes: This word is an adverb used to indicate sequence in time or logic. It can mean 'then' or 'next' when referring to a subsequent event or action. It can also be used to introduce an additional point, meaning 'furthermore' or 'besides'.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ἘΠΕΙΤΑ, ἘΠΕΙ
Etymology: From the Koine Greek word ἘΠΕΙ (epei), meaning 'when, since'.
G3973
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: pow-SAH-meh-noo
Translations: having ceased, having stopped, having rested, having refrained, having come to an end
Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'παύω', meaning 'to stop' or 'to cease'. It describes an action that has been completed in the past, indicating that the subject has stopped doing something or has come to an end. It is often used in a genitive absolute construction, where it describes an action that occurred before the main verb of the sentence.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter, Aorist, Middle, Participle
Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑΠΑΥΩ, ΛΗΓΩ, ΚΩΛΥΩ
G0314
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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle
Sounds like: ah-nah-gi-NOH-skon-tos
Translations: reading, while reading, as he was reading, of one reading
Notes: This word is a present active participle of the verb 'to read' or 'to know again'. It describes an action that is ongoing or happening at the same time as another event. It often translates as 'reading' or 'while reading', indicating someone who is in the act of reading. In the genitive case, as it is here, it often functions to describe 'of one who is reading' or 'of him reading'.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine, Present, Active, Participle
Synonyms: ΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΜΑΝΘΑΝΩ
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'.
G4291
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Part of Speech: Participle, Noun
Sounds like: pro-ES-tos
Translations: one who presides, leader, ruler, chief man, presiding officer, a leader
Notes: This word is a perfect active participle of the verb 'προΐστημι' (proistēmi), meaning 'to stand before' or 'to be at the head of'. When used as a noun, it refers to someone who is in a position of authority, leadership, or oversight. It describes a person who presides over a group, manages affairs, or acts as a chief or ruler.
Inflection: Masculine, Singular, Nominative, Perfect Active Participle
Synonyms: ΗΓΟΥΜΕΝΟΣ, ΑΡΧΩΝ, ΚΥΡΙΟΣ
G3056
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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
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