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First Apology of Justin Martyr, Chapter 7
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G0235
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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'.
G5346
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: FEE-say
Translations: he will say, she will say, it will say
Notes: This word is the third person singular future active indicative form of the verb 'to say' or 'to speak'. It indicates an action that will happen in the future, performed by a single subject (he, she, or it). It is used to express a future statement or declaration.
Inflection: Third Person, Singular, Future, Indicative, Active
Synonyms: ΛΕΓΩ, ΕΡΩ
G5101
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Part of Speech: Interrogative Pronoun, Indefinite Pronoun, Interrogative Adjective
Sounds like: TEES
Translations: who, what, which, what kind of, someone, something, anyone, anything, a certain one, a certain thing
Notes: ΤΙΣ is a versatile pronoun and adjective in Koine Greek. As an interrogative, it asks 'who?', 'what?', or 'which?'. As an indefinite, it means 'someone', 'something', 'anyone', or 'anything', often implying an unspecified person or thing. Its meaning depends heavily on context and whether it has an accent.
Inflection: Singular or Plural, Masculine, Feminine, or Neuter, Nominative, Genitive, Dative, or Accusative. It is a highly inflected word.
Etymology: The word ΤΙΣ is an ancient Greek word, tracing its origins back to Proto-Indo-European roots. It has cognates in many other Indo-European languages, indicating its long history and fundamental role in language.
G2235
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Part of Speech: Adverb
Sounds like: AY-day
Translations: already, now, by this time, forthwith, even now
Notes: This word is an adverb used to indicate that something has happened or is happening at the present moment, or has happened prior to the present moment. It can convey a sense of immediacy or completion. For example, it can mean 'already' when referring to something that has taken place, or 'now' when emphasizing the current time.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΝΥΝ, ΑΥΤΙΚΑ, ΕΥΘΕΩΣ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *h₁eh₂dʰ- (to be present, to be here). It is related to the demonstrative pronoun 'ho' (this) and the particle 'de' (now, indeed).
G5100
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: TI-nes
Translations: some, certain ones, who, what
Notes: This word is an indefinite pronoun meaning 'some' or 'certain ones'. It can also function as an interrogative pronoun, asking 'who?' or 'what?' in the plural. Its meaning often depends on the context of the sentence.
Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Masculine or Feminine
G2983
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: leef-THEN-tes
Translations: taken, received, seized, arrested, caught, apprehended, obtained
Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'λαμβάνω', meaning 'to take' or 'to receive'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing someone or something that has been taken, received, seized, or apprehended. It often implies being caught or arrested, especially in a negative sense, but can also refer to obtaining something. For example, it could be used in a phrase like 'those who were taken' or 'having been seized'.
Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Participle, Nominative, Plural, Masculine
Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΣΥΛΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΑΙΡΕΩ
G1651
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ee-LENGKH-theh-san
Translations: they were convicted, they were reproved, they were exposed, they were rebuked, they were found guilty
Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to be convicted,' 'to be reproved,' 'to be exposed,' or 'to be rebuked.' It describes the action of someone being proven wrong, found guilty, or having their faults brought to light, often with the implication of a public or formal accusation. It is used to indicate that a person or group has been shown to be in error or has committed a wrong.
Inflection: Third Person Plural, Aorist, Passive, Indicative
Synonyms: ΕΠΙΤΙΜΑΩ, ΚΑΤΑΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΕΛΕΓΜΟΣ
G2557
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ka-koor-GOY
Translations: evildoers, criminals, malefactors, villains
Notes: This word refers to those who commit evil deeds or crimes. It describes individuals who are engaged in wicked or harmful actions, often implying a habitual or professional criminal. It is a compound word formed from 'κακός' (bad, evil) and 'ἔργον' (work, deed).
Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΛΗΣΤΑΙ, ΚΛΕΠΤΑΙ, ΑΝΟΜΟΙ
Etymology: The word ΚΑΚΟΥΡΓΟΣ is a compound of two Greek words: κακός (kakos), meaning 'bad' or 'evil', and ἔργον (ergon), meaning 'work' or 'deed'. Thus, it literally means 'one who does evil deeds'.
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.
G1063
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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.
G4183
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: pol-LOOS
Translations: many, much, great
Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'many', 'much', or 'great'. It is used to describe a large quantity or number of something. In this form, it functions as the direct object of a verb, indicating that 'many' people or things are being acted upon.
Inflection: Accusative, Masculine, Plural
Synonyms: ΙΚΑΝΟΣ, ΠΛΕΙΩΝ, ΑΦΘΟΝΟΣ
G4178
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Part of Speech: Adverb
Sounds like: pol-LAK-is
Translations: often, many times, frequently
Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'often' or 'frequently'. It is used to indicate that an action or event occurs on numerous occasions. For example, one might say 'he often visits' or 'it frequently happens'.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΣΥΧΝΩΣ, ΠΟΛΛΑ
Etymology: The word 'ΠΟΛΛΑΚΙΣ' is derived from the adjective 'ΠΟΛΥΣ' (polys), meaning 'much' or 'many', combined with the adverbial suffix '-κις' (-kis), which denotes 'times' or 'on occasions'.
G3752
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Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb
Sounds like: OH-tan
Translations: when, whenever, as often as, at the time that
Notes: This word is a conjunction or adverb used to introduce a temporal clause, indicating a point in time or a condition. It means 'when' or 'whenever,' suggesting that something happens at a specific moment or repeatedly under certain circumstances. It is often followed by the subjunctive mood in Koine Greek.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΟΤΕ, ΗΝΙΚΑ
Etymology: From the conjunction ὅτε (hote, 'when') and the particle ἄν (an, indicating potential or contingency).
G1538
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Part of Speech: Adverb
Sounds like: eh-KAS-toh-teh
Translations: each time, always, on each occasion, at any time
Notes: This adverb means 'each time' or 'on each occasion'. It is used to indicate something that happens repeatedly or whenever a specific condition is met. It emphasizes the individual instances of an action or event.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΑΕΙ, ΠΑΝΤΟΤΕ
Etymology: From EKASTOS (each) and the suffix -TOTE (at that time, then).
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)
G2723
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Part of Speech: Participle
Sounds like: kah-tay-go-roo-MEH-non
Translations: of those accused, of those being accused, of the accused
Notes: This word is a present passive participle, meaning 'of those who are being accused' or 'of the accused ones'. It refers to individuals against whom charges are being brought or who are currently undergoing an accusation. It is used to describe the people who are the subject of a legal or formal complaint.
Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine or Feminine or Neuter, Present, Passive, Participle
Synonyms: ΕΓΚΑΛΟΥΜΕΝΩΝ, ΔΙΩΚΟΜΕΝΩΝ
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.
G0979
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: BEE-on
Translations: life, a life, livelihood, a livelihood, property, a property
Notes: This word refers to life, especially in its physical sense, or the means by which one lives, such as one's livelihood or property. It can describe the duration of life, the manner of life, or the resources needed for life. In the provided examples, it is used to refer to one's entire life or the means of life.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΖΩΗ, ΨΥΧΗ
G1833
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ex-eh-TAH-zeh-teh
Translations: examine, investigate, inquire, question, you examine, you investigate, you inquire, you question
Notes: This word means to examine, investigate, or inquire into something. It implies a thorough and careful scrutiny, often with the purpose of discovering the truth or making a judgment. It can be used in contexts where one is questioning witnesses, scrutinizing facts, or making a detailed inquiry.
Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative or Subjunctive, Second Person Plural
Synonyms: ΑΝΑΣΚΟΠΕΩ, ΔΟΚΙΜΑΖΩ, ΖΗΤΕΩ
Etymology: From ἐκ (ek, 'out of') and ἐτάζω (etazō, 'to examine'). The root ἐτάζω is related to words meaning to test or prove.
G0243
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Part of Speech: Prefix
Sounds like: ALL
Translations: other, another, different, foreign
Notes: This is a prefix form of the word 'ἄλλος' (allos), meaning 'other' or 'another'. It is used to form compound words that convey the idea of something being different, foreign, or belonging to another group. For example, 'ἀλλογενῶν' means 'of other races', 'ἀλλότριοι' means 'strangers' or 'foreigners', and 'ἀλλόφυλους' means 'foreigners' or 'of another tribe'.
Inflection: Does not inflect (as a prefix)
Synonyms: ΕΤΕΡΟΣ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *alyos, meaning 'other, another'. It is related to Latin alius and English else.
G3756
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Part of Speech: Adverb, Particle
Sounds like: OO
Translations: not, no
Notes: ΟΥ̓ is a negative particle used to express a factual negation. It typically negates verbs in the indicative mood, stating that something is not true or does not happen. It can also negate other parts of speech. When combined with ΜΉ (ou mē), it forms a very strong negation, meaning "by no means" or "never."
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΜΉ, ΟΥ̓Κ, ΟΥ̓ΧΊ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is a fundamental negative particle in Greek.
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
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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).
G4282
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: pro-el-ENGK-thas
Translations: having been previously convicted, having been previously exposed, having been previously reproved
Notes: This word is a compound verb, formed from the prefix 'προ-' (pro-), meaning 'before' or 'previously', and the verb 'ἐλέγχω' (elegchō), meaning 'to convict, expose, or reprove'. Therefore, 'προελέγχω' means 'to convict, expose, or reprove beforehand or previously'. This particular form is a masculine plural accusative aorist passive participle, indicating an action completed in the past, where the subject was acted upon, and serving an adjectival role.
Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Participle, Masculine, Plural, Accusative
Synonyms: ΠΡΟΚΑΤΑΚΡΙΝΩ, ΠΡΟΕΚΤΙΘΗΜΙ
G2632
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: kah-tah-dee-KAH-zeh-teh
Translations: condemn, judge, sentence
Notes: This word means to pass judgment against someone, to declare them guilty, or to sentence them. It implies a legal or moral condemnation. It is often used in the context of legal proceedings or moral pronouncements, urging against judging or condemning others.
Inflection: 2nd Person Plural, Present Active Imperative
Synonyms: ΚΡΙΝΩ, ΚΑΤΑΚΡΙΝΩ
G2527
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Part of Speech: Adverb
Sounds like: ka-THO-loo
Translations: altogether, at all, in general, universally
Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'altogether,' 'at all,' or 'in general.' It is often used to emphasize a negative statement, meaning 'not at all' or 'by no means.' It can also indicate something that is comprehensive or universal in scope.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΠΑΝΤΩΣ, ΟΛΩΣ
Etymology: Derived from the Greek preposition κατά (kata, 'down, according to') and ὅλος (holos, 'whole, entire'). It literally means 'according to the whole' or 'throughout the whole,' leading to its sense of 'altogether' or ''in general'.
G3303
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Part of Speech: Particle, Conjunction
Sounds like: MEN
Translations: indeed, on the one hand, truly, certainly, but, however
Notes: This word is a particle often used to introduce a clause that is contrasted with a following clause, which is typically introduced by the particle δέ (de). It can indicate a concession, an affirmation, or simply serve to mark a transition in thought. While it often translates as 'indeed' or 'on the one hand,' its precise meaning is highly dependent on context and the presence of a contrasting 'δέ' clause.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΔΕ, ΓΕ, ΚΑΙ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is an ancient particle used to mark emphasis or contrast.
G3767
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Part of Speech: Particle, Conjunction, Adverb
Sounds like: OON
Translations: therefore, then, so, consequently, accordingly, now, indeed
Notes: This word is a particle used to indicate a logical consequence, transition, or emphasis. It often connects a statement to what precedes it, meaning 'therefore' or 'consequently'. It can also be used to introduce a new point or a summary, translated as 'then' or 'now'. In some contexts, it adds emphasis, meaning 'indeed' or 'certainly'.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ἈΡΑ, ΔΕ, ΤΟΙΓΑΡΟΥ͂Ν
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *nu, meaning 'now' or 'then'. It is related to Latin 'nunc' (now) and English 'now'.
G2532, G1565
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Part of Speech: Conjunction, Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective
Sounds like: kah-KEH-ee-noh
Translations: and that, and that one, and those, and those ones, and him, and her, and it, and them
Notes: This word is a compound word, formed by the elision of the conjunction 'καί' (and) and the demonstrative pronoun/adjective 'ἐκεῖνο' (that/those). It means 'and that' or 'and those', depending on the context. It can refer to a person, thing, or group previously mentioned or implied, functioning as 'and him', 'and her', 'and it', or 'and them'. It often emphasizes the connection between the current subject and something already discussed.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter
Synonyms: ΚΑΙ, ἘΚΕΙΝΟΣ
G3672
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Part of Speech: Adverb
Sounds like: oh-moh-loh-GOO-men
Translations: confessedly, undeniably, without controversy, by common consent
Notes: This word is an adverb derived from the verb 'homologeo' (to confess, agree). It means 'confessedly' or 'undeniably', indicating something that is universally acknowledged or agreed upon. It is used to emphasize that a statement or fact is beyond dispute.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΑΛΗΘΩΣ, ΟΝΤΩΣ
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.
G1510
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Part of Speech: Participle
Sounds like: ON
Translations: being, existing, a being, that which is
Notes: This word is a present active participle, meaning 'being' or 'existing'. It describes something that is in a state of being or existence. As a neuter singular form, it often refers to 'that which is' or 'a being', and can function as a noun.
Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΥΠΑΡΧΟΝ, ΓΙΝΟΜΕΝΟΝ
G5158
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: TRO-pon
Translations: way, manner, a way, a manner, custom, a custom, fashion, a fashion
Notes: This word refers to a way, manner, or custom in which something is done. It describes the method or style of an action or event. For example, it can be used to say 'in this way' or 'after the manner of'.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΟΔΟΣ, ΜΕΘΟΔΟΣ, ΕΘΟΣ
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.
G1722
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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.
G1672
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: EL-lay-see
Translations: (to) Greeks, (to) Gentiles, (to) Heathens
Notes: This word refers to Greeks, or more broadly, to non-Jews, often translated as Gentiles or Heathens in a religious context. It is used to indicate the recipients of an action or something belonging to them, functioning as the dative plural form of the noun 'Greek'.
Inflection: Plural, Dative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΕΘΝΕΣΙ, ΕΘΝΙΚΟΙΣ
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.
G0846
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: ow-TOYS
Translations: (to) them, (to) themselves, (to) it, (to) him, (to) her
Notes: This word is a dative plural form of the personal/demonstrative pronoun 'ΑΥ̓ΤΟΣ'. It typically means 'to/for them' or 'to/for themselves', depending on the context. It can refer to people or things. When used reflexively, it emphasizes the subject performing an action on or for themselves. It can also be used to refer to 'it', 'him', or 'her' in the dative case when the gender and number are clear from context, though 'them' is its primary plural translation.
Inflection: Dative, Plural, Masculine, Feminine, or Neuter
G0701
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: ah-RES-tah
Translations: pleasing, acceptable, agreeable, what is pleasing, things pleasing, acceptable things
Notes: This word describes something that is pleasing, agreeable, or acceptable. It is often used to refer to actions or qualities that are considered good or desirable, especially in the sight of God. In the provided examples, it is used in the neuter plural form, meaning 'the things that are pleasing' or 'what is pleasing'.
Inflection: Plural, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΕΥΑΡΕΣΤΟΣ, ΚΑΛΟΣ, ΔΙΚΑΙΟΣ
Etymology: The word ἈΡΕΣΤΟΣ (arestos) comes from the verb ἀρέσκω (areskō), meaning 'to please' or 'to be agreeable'.
G1379
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: dog-ma-TEE-san-tes
Translations: having decreed, having laid down, having established, having made a decree
Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'dogmatizo'. It refers to the act of making a decree, establishing a rule, or laying down a principle. As a participle, it describes someone who has performed this action, often indicating a completed action that precedes or accompanies the main verb of a sentence.
Inflection: Aorist, Active, Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Plural
Synonyms: ΔΙΑΤΑΣΣΩ, ΠΡΟΣΤΑΤΤΩ
G1537
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Part of Speech: Preposition
Sounds like: EK
Translations: out of, from, of
Notes: ἘΚ is a preposition meaning 'out of' or 'from,' indicating origin, source, or separation. It always governs the genitive case, meaning the noun or pronoun following it will be in the genitive form. It can also be used to express the cause or means by which something occurs.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ἈΠΌ
Etymology: From a primary preposition, meaning 'out of' or 'from'. It is a fundamental word in Greek, indicating separation or origin.
G3956
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: PAN-tos
Translations: (of) all, (of) every, (of) whole, (of) each
Notes: This word is an inflected form of the adjective 'ΠΑΣ' (pas), meaning 'all' or 'every'. As a genitive form, it indicates possession or relationship, often translated with 'of'. It can refer to a part of a whole, or to the entirety of something. For example, 'of all things' or 'of every person'.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter
Synonyms: ΟΛΟΣ, ΑΠΑΣ
G3588
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Part of Speech: Definite Article
Sounds like: TOH
Translations: to the, for the, by the, with the, in the
Notes: ΤΩ is the dative singular form of the definite article 'the'. It indicates the indirect object of a verb or the means/instrument by which an action is performed. It can also be used to indicate location or association, often translated with prepositions like 'to', 'for', 'by', 'with', or 'in'.
Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Neuter
G1762
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Part of Speech: Adverb, Verb
Sounds like: EH-nee
Translations: there is, there are, it is possible, it is lawful, it is present, it is in
Notes: ΕΝΙ is an enclitic adverbial form of the verb εἰμί (eimi), meaning 'to be'. It typically translates to 'there is' or 'there are', indicating existence or presence. It can also convey the meaning 'it is possible' or 'it is lawful'. In some contexts, it functions as an adverb meaning 'in' or 'within', often implying 'it is in' or 'it is present in'. It is a common word in Koine Greek, used to express existence or possibility.
Inflection: Third person singular, present indicative, active, enclitic form of εἰμί (eimi)
Synonyms: ΕΣΤΙΝ, ΥΠΑΡΧΕΙ
G3686
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: O-NO-ma-tee
Translations: (to) name, (to) a name, (to) reputation, (to) authority
Notes: This word is the dative singular form of the noun 'ὈΝΟΜΑ' (onoma), meaning 'name'. It is used to indicate the indirect object of an action, often translated with 'to' or 'for' in English, or simply by the context. It can refer to a person's name, their reputation, or their authority.
Inflection: Singular, Dative, Neuter
Synonyms: ΚΛΕΟΣ, ΦΗΜΗ
G5385
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: fee-loh-soh-FEE-ahs
Translations: of philosophy, of a philosophy
Notes: This word refers to philosophy, the love of wisdom, or a system of philosophical thought. It is used to describe the pursuit of knowledge and understanding, often in a broad sense. In ancient contexts, it could encompass various fields of study, including ethics, logic, and physics.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine
Synonyms: ΣΟΦΙΑ, ΓΝΩΣΙΣ
Etymology: The word ΦΙΛΟΣΟΦΙΑ (philosophia) is a compound word derived from ΦΙΛΟΣ (philos), meaning 'loving' or 'dear', and ΣΟΦΙΑ (sophia), meaning 'wisdom'. Thus, it literally means 'love of wisdom'.
G4377
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: pros-ag-or-YEV-on-tai
Translations: they are called, they are addressed, they are named, they are saluted
Notes: This word is a verb in the passive voice, meaning 'to be called,' 'to be addressed,' or 'to be named.' It describes a group of people or things being referred to by a particular name or title, or being greeted. For example, 'they are called friends' or 'they are addressed as allies.'
Inflection: Present, Indicative, Passive, Third Person Plural
Synonyms: ΚΑΛΟΥΝΤΑΙ, ΟΝΟΜΑΖΟΝΤΑΙ
Etymology: The word ΠΡΟΣΑΓΟΡΕΥΩ is a compound word formed from the preposition ΠΡΟΣ (pros), meaning 'to' or 'towards,' and the verb ΑΓΟΡΕΥΩ (agoreuō), meaning 'to speak' or 'to proclaim.' Thus, it literally means 'to speak to' or 'to address,' which evolved into 'to call by name' or 'to proclaim a name.'
G2539
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Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb
Sounds like: KAI-per
Translations: although, though, even though, even if, notwithstanding
Notes: This word is a compound particle used to introduce a concessive clause, meaning 'although' or 'even though'. It indicates that something is true despite a contrary condition or circumstance. It often appears with a participle, expressing a concession.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΕΙ ΚΑΙ, ΚΑΙ
Etymology: ΚΑΙΠΕΡ is a compound word formed from the conjunction ΚΑΙ (kai), meaning 'and' or 'even', and the particle ΠΕΡ (per), which is an intensive particle. Together, they form a strong concessive meaning.
G1378
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: DOG-ma-ton
Translations: of doctrines, of decrees, of ordinances, of opinions, of tenets
Notes: This word refers to established doctrines, decrees, or ordinances, often in a religious or philosophical context. It can also mean opinions or tenets. It is used to describe a body of beliefs or rules that are formally laid down, such as the teachings of a religious group or the laws of a government. This is the genitive plural form of the noun.
Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Neuter
Synonyms: ΔΙΔΑΧΩΝ, ΕΝΤΟΛΩΝ, ΝΟΜΩΝ
G1727
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: eh-NAN-tee-ohn
Translations: of opposites, of adversaries, of enemies, of hostile ones
Notes: This word describes something that is opposite, contrary, or hostile. In its genitive plural form, as seen here, it refers to 'those who are opposite' or 'adversaries' or 'enemies'. It is used to indicate a relationship of opposition or hostility.
Inflection: Genitive, Plural, Masculine, Feminine or Neuter
Synonyms: ΑΝΤΙΚΕΙΜΕΝΩΝ, ΕΧΘΡΩΝ, ΠΟΛΕΜΙΩΝ
Etymology: The word ΕΝΑΝΤΙΟΣ (enantios) comes from the Greek preposition ἐν (en, meaning 'in') and ἀντίος (antios, meaning 'set against' or 'opposite'). It describes something that is in opposition or contrary.
G1510
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Part of Speech: Participle
Sounds like: ON-ton
Translations: of being, of existing, of those who are, of those who exist, of things that are, of things that exist
Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'to be'. It functions like an adjective or a noun, indicating 'of those who are' or 'of things that exist'. It is often used to describe the state or condition of a group of people or things, or to refer to existing entities in a genitive context, meaning 'belonging to' or 'concerning' them.
Inflection: Present, Active, Genitive, Plural, Masculine or Neuter
Synonyms: ΥΠΑΡΧΟΝΤΩΝ, ΓΙΝΟΜΕΝΩΝ
G3779
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Part of Speech: Adverb
Sounds like: OO-tohs
Translations: thus, so, in this way, in such a way
Notes: This adverb indicates manner or degree, meaning 'in this way,' 'thus,' or 'so.' It can refer back to something previously mentioned or forward to something about to be stated. It often introduces a consequence or result, showing how something is done or to what extent.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΩΣ, ΚΑΘΩΣ
Etymology: From the demonstrative pronoun ΟΥΤΟΣ (OUTOS), meaning 'this' or 'that'.
G0915
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Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun
Sounds like: bar-BAH-roys
Translations: barbarians, to barbarians, for barbarians, to the barbarians, for the barbarians, foreign, to foreigners, for foreigners
Notes: This word refers to people who are not Greek, particularly those who do not speak Greek. It can be used as an adjective meaning 'foreign' or as a noun meaning 'foreigner' or 'barbarian'. In ancient Greek culture, it often carried a connotation of being uncivilized or uncultured, as their language sounded like 'bar-bar' to Greek ears. This specific form is a plural dative, indicating 'to' or 'for' these foreign people.
Inflection: Plural, Dative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΕΘΝΕΣΙΝ, ΑΛΛΟΓΕΝΕΣΙΝ
G1096
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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.
G1380
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Part of Speech: Participle
Sounds like: dox-AN-tōn
Translations: having seemed, having appeared, having thought, of those who seemed, of those who appeared, of those who thought
Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'δοκέω' (dokeō), meaning 'to seem,' 'to appear,' or 'to think.' As a genitive plural participle, it describes an action completed in the past by multiple subjects, often translated as 'of those who seemed' or 'of those who thought.' It can be used to refer to things that were thought or seemed to be true, or to people who held a certain opinion.
Inflection: Aorist, Active, Participle, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter, Plural
Synonyms: ΦΑΝΕΝΤΩΝ, ΝΟΜΙΣΑΝΤΩΝ
Etymology: The verb δοκέω (dokeō) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *dek-, meaning 'to take, accept, receive,' which evolved to mean 'to seem good, to appear right.'
G4680
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Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun
Sounds like: so-FOHN
Translations: of the wise, wise, a wise person
Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the adjective 'σοφός' (sophos), meaning 'wise'. When used as a noun, it refers to 'wise people' or 'the wise ones'. It describes a quality of intelligence, discernment, and practical wisdom. It can be used to modify a noun, or stand alone to refer to a group of wise individuals.
Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine or Feminine
Synonyms: ΦΡΟΝΙΜΩΝ, ΣΥΝΕΤΩΝ
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.
G1945
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Part of Speech: Participle, Noun, Adjective
Sounds like: eh-pee-kah-tay-go-ROO-meh-non
Translations: accused, one accused, a person accused, that which is accused
Notes: This word is a present passive participle, meaning 'being accused' or 'one who is being accused'. It can function as a noun, referring to the person or thing that is being accused, or as an adjective, describing something as 'accused'. It is a compound word formed from 'ἐπί' (upon, against), 'κατά' (down, against), and 'ἀγορεύω' (to speak in the assembly, to accuse).
Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter, Present, Passive
Synonyms: ΚΑΤΗΓΟΡΟΥΜΕΝΟΝ, ΕΓΚΑΛΟΥΜΕΝΟΝ
Etymology: The verb ἐπικατηγορέω (epikategoréō) is derived from the preposition ἐπί (epi, 'upon' or 'against') and the verb κατηγορέω (kategoréō, 'to accuse'). The latter is itself from κατά (kata, 'down' or 'against') and ἀγορεύω (agoreuō, 'to speak in the assembly').
G3686
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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.
G2839
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Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun
Sounds like: KOY-non
Translations: common, shared, public, a common thing, the common thing, a community, the community
Notes: This word refers to something that is common, shared, or public. As an adjective, it describes something belonging to or used by all. As a neuter noun, it can refer to a common thing, a public matter, or even a community or commonwealth.
Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΔΗΜΟΣΙΟΣ, ΚΟΙΝΩΝΙΚΟΣ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *kom-yos, meaning 'common, shared'. It is related to the idea of 'togetherness' or 'fellowship'.
G2076
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ES-tee
Translations: is, he is, she is, it is, there is
Notes: This word is the third person singular present indicative form of the verb 'to be'. It is used to express existence, identity, or a state of being. For example, it can mean 'he is', 'she is', 'it is', or simply 'is' in a sentence.
Inflection: Third person, Singular, Present, Indicative, Active
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is cognate with the English word 'is' and Latin 'est'.
G5546
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: khris-tee-ah-NOY
Translations: Christians
Notes: This word refers to followers of Christ. It is a compound word derived from 'Christos' (Christ) and the suffix '-ianos' (belonging to, or follower of). It is used to describe a group of people who identify with or adhere to the teachings of Jesus Christ.
Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΜΑΘΗΤΑΙ, ΑΓΙΟΙ, ΠΙΣΤΟΙ
G3956
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: PAN-tes
Translations: all, every, whole
Notes: This word means 'all' or 'every'. It is used to indicate the totality or completeness of a group or quantity, often referring to 'all' members of a set or 'every' single item. It can also mean 'whole' when referring to a single entity.
Inflection: Nominative, Masculine, Plural
Synonyms: HOLOS
G3606
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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.
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
G2605
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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle
Sounds like: kah-tahng-geh-LOH-meh-nohn
Translations: of proclaiming, of announcing, of declaring, of preaching
Notes: This word is a compound participle, formed from the preposition 'κατά' (down, against, according to) and the verb 'ἀγγέλλω' (to announce, report). As a whole, it means 'to proclaim, announce, declare, or preach'. The form 'καταγγελλομένων' specifically refers to those who are being proclaimed or announced, or the things that are being proclaimed, in a genitive context, often indicating possession or the object of a preposition like 'of' or 'concerning'.
Inflection: Present, Passive, Participle, Genitive, Plural, Masculine, Feminine or Neuter
Synonyms: ΚΗΡΥΣΣΩ, ΕΥΑΓΓΕΛΙΖΩ, ΑΝΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ
G5213
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: yoo-MEEN
Translations: (to) you, (for) you
Notes: This word is a second person plural pronoun, meaning 'you' (plural). It is in the dative case, indicating the indirect object of a verb or the recipient of an action. It can be translated as 'to you' or 'for you', depending on the context.
Inflection: Plural, Dative
G3588
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Part of Speech: Definite Article
Sounds like: TAS
Translations: the
Notes: ΤΑΣ is the definite article 'the' in Koine Greek. It is used to specify a particular noun, similar to 'the' in English. This specific form is used when the noun it modifies is feminine, plural, and in the accusative case, indicating the direct object of a verb or the object of certain prepositions.
Inflection: Feminine, Plural, Accusative
G4234
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: PRAX-ace
Translations: deeds, acts, actions
Notes: This word refers to actions, deeds, or accomplishments. It is often used in a general sense to describe human activity or what someone does. It can also refer to specific events or a collection of actions, such as the 'Acts' of the Apostles.
Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Accusative or Vocative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΕΡΓΑ, ΠΟΙΗΜΑΤΑ, ΔΡΑΣΕΙΣ
Etymology: From the verb πράσσω (prassō), meaning 'to do' or 'to accomplish'.
G2919
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: kree-NES-thai
Translations: to be judged, to be decided, to be condemned, to be disputed, to be contended, to be tried
Notes: This word is the present middle/passive infinitive form of the verb 'κρίνω' (krino). It means 'to be judged,' 'to be decided,' or 'to be condemned.' It indicates an action being performed upon the subject, rather than by the subject. For example, it can be used in contexts where someone is undergoing a legal trial or a moral evaluation.
Inflection: Present, Middle or Passive Voice, Infinitive
Synonyms: ΔΙΚΑΖΕΣΘΑΙ, ΚΑΤΑΚΡΙΝΕΣΘΑΙ
G0515
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ax-ee-OO-men
Translations: we deem worthy, we think it right, we ask, we request, we demand
Notes: This word is a verb meaning to consider worthy, to think it right, or to ask/demand something. It is used when a group of people (we) are expressing a request, a demand, or a judgment of worthiness. For example, it can be used in a sentence like 'we ask for help' or 'we consider them worthy'.
Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, 1st Person, Plural
Synonyms: ΑἸΤΈΩ, ΔΈΟΜΑΙ, ἘΡΩΤΆΩ
G2443
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Part of Speech: Conjunction
Sounds like: EE-nah
Translations: in order that, that, so that, to
Notes: This word is a conjunction used to introduce a clause expressing purpose, result, or content. It often translates to 'in order that' or simply 'that' when indicating the aim or outcome of an action. It can also be used to express a command or exhortation, especially when followed by the subjunctive mood.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΟΠΩΣ, ΩΣΤΕ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *en- (in). It is related to the preposition 'in' and developed into a conjunction expressing purpose or result.
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'.
G1651
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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle
Sounds like: eh-LEGKH-thees
Translations: having been convicted, having been reproved, having been exposed, having been rebuked, having been found guilty
Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'ΕΛΕΓΧΩ', meaning to convict, reprove, expose, or rebuke. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has already occurred. In this form, it indicates someone or something that has undergone the action of being convicted, reproved, or exposed.
Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Participle, Nominative, Singular, Masculine
Synonyms: ΕΠΙΤΙΜΑΩ, ΚΑΤΑΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΔΙΕΛΕΓΧΩ
Etymology: From Ancient Greek, meaning 'to disgrace, put to shame, convict'. It is related to the idea of bringing to light or exposing something hidden.
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.
G0094
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: AH-dee-koss
Translations: unjust, unrighteous, wicked, wrong, a wrong, an unjust person
Notes: This word describes something or someone that is not just, righteous, or fair. It is often used to characterize actions, people, or situations that violate principles of justice or morality. It can refer to a person who is unrighteous or to an act that is wrong.
Inflection: Masculine, Feminine, or Neuter; Nominative, Accusative, Genitive, or Dative; Singular or Plural
Synonyms: ΑΝΟΜΟΣ, ΑΣΕΒΗΣ, ΠΟΝΗΡΟΣ
Etymology: This word is a compound of the negative prefix 'α-' (a-, meaning 'not' or 'without') and 'δίκη' (dikē, meaning 'justice' or 'right'). Thus, it literally means 'without justice' or 'unjust'.
G2849
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: koh-LA-zee-tai
Translations: is punished, is tormented, is chastised, is disciplined
Notes: This word describes the action of being punished, tormented, or chastised. It is used to indicate that someone is undergoing a corrective or retributive suffering. It implies a process of discipline or retribution rather than a simple act of harming.
Inflection: Present, Passive, Subjunctive, 3rd Person Singular
Synonyms: ΤΙΜΩΡΕΩ, ΒΑΣΑΝΙΖΩ
G3361
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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.
G5546
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: khris-tee-ah-NOS
Translations: Christian, a Christian
Notes: This word refers to a follower of Christ, or someone who belongs to Christ. It is used to identify individuals who adhere to the teachings and person of Jesus Christ. It functions as a descriptive term for a believer.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΜΑΘΗΤΗΣ, ΠΙΣΤΟΣ, ΑΓΙΟΣ
Etymology: This word is derived from the Greek word Χριστός (Christos), meaning 'Christ' or 'Anointed One', with the addition of the Latin suffix -ianus, which denotes belonging or adherence. Thus, it literally means 'one belonging to Christ'.
G1437
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Part of Speech: Conjunction
Sounds like: eh-AHN
Translations: if, when, whenever, although
Notes: ἘΑΝ is a conditional conjunction used to introduce a protasis (the 'if' clause) in a conditional sentence. It typically takes the subjunctive mood, indicating a condition that is possible, probable, or hypothetical. It can be translated as 'if', 'when', or 'whenever', depending on the nuance of the condition, and sometimes 'although' in concessive clauses.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΕΙ, ὍΤΑΝ
Etymology: ἘΑΝ is a contraction of the conditional particle εἰ (ei, 'if') and the modal particle ἄν (an), which adds a sense of contingency or possibility to the condition.
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.
G0367
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: an-eh-LENGK-tos
Translations: unreprovable, unblamable, irreproachable, unaccused, beyond reproach
Notes: This word describes someone or something that cannot be accused, convicted, or found fault with. It implies a state of being beyond reproach or blame, often due to a blameless character or conduct. It is a compound word formed from the negative prefix 'ἀν-' (an-) meaning 'not' and 'ἐλεγκτός' (elenktos) meaning 'reprovable' or 'convictable'.
Inflection: Nominative, Singular, Masculine or Feminine
Synonyms: ΑΜΩΜΟΣ, ΑΝΕΠΙΛΗΜΠΤΟΣ
Etymology: From the negative prefix ἀν- (an-, 'not') and ἐλεγκτός (elenktos, 'reprovable, convictable'), which comes from ἐλέγχω (elenchō, 'to convict, refute, reprove').
G5316
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: fah-NEE-tai
Translations: may appear, might appear, may be seen, might be seen, may shine, might shine, may become visible, might become visible
Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to appear,' 'to be seen,' or 'to shine.' It describes something becoming visible, manifest, or evident. It is often used in the context of light appearing or a person or thing becoming known or revealed. As a subjunctive, it expresses a possibility, a wish, or a condition.
Inflection: Third Person, Singular, Aorist, Middle Voice, Subjunctive
Synonyms: ΔΟΚΕΩ, ΟΡΑΩ, ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ
G0630
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ah-po-LOO-eh-tai
Translations: be released, be dismissed, be set free, be sent away, be divorced
Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb λύω (lyo), meaning 'to loose' or 'to release'. Therefore, it means 'to release from', 'to set free', 'to dismiss', or 'to send away'. In a legal or social context, it can also mean 'to divorce'. This specific form indicates an action that might happen or is desired to happen, often in a dependent clause.
Inflection: Present, Passive, Subjunctive, 3rd Person Singular
Synonyms: ἈΦΙΗΜΙ, ἘΞΑΠΟΣΤΕΛΛΩ
G3762
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Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective
Sounds like: oo-DEN
Translations: nothing, none, not any, no one
Notes: This word is a negative pronoun or adjective, meaning 'nothing' or 'no one' when used as a pronoun, and 'not any' or 'no' when used as an adjective. It is a compound word formed from the negative particle οὐ (ou, 'not') and the indefinite pronoun εἷς (heis, 'one'). It is used to express absolute negation.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter
Synonyms: ΜΗΔΕΝ, ΟΥ̓ΔΕΝΟΣ
G0094
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: ah-dee-KOHN
Translations: unjust, unrighteous, wicked, of the unjust, of the unrighteous, of the wicked
Notes: This word describes something or someone as unjust, unrighteous, or wicked. It is often used to characterize actions, people, or things that are contrary to what is right or lawful. In the provided examples, it is used in the genitive plural, meaning 'of the unjust' or 'of wicked things/people'.
Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine, Feminine or Neuter
Synonyms: ΑΝΟΜΟΣ, ΑΣΕΒΗΣ, ΠΟΝΗΡΟΣ
G2723
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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle
Sounds like: kah-tay-go-ROON-tas
Translations: accusing, prosecuting, bringing a charge against, testifying against
Notes: This word is a present active participle, meaning 'accusing' or 'prosecuting'. It describes someone who is currently bringing a charge against another person, often in a legal or formal context. It can be used to describe the action of testifying against someone or making an accusation.
Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Masculine, Accusative, Plural
Synonyms: ΕΓΚΑΛΕΩ, ΜΗΝΥΩ, ΑΙΤΙΑΟΜΑΙ
G2849
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: koh-LA-zayn
Translations: to punish, to chastise, to correct, to curb, to restrain
Notes: ΚΟΛΑΖΕΙΝ is the present active infinitive form of the verb ΚΟΛΑΖΩ. It means to punish, chastise, or correct someone, often with the aim of improvement or restraint. It can be used in sentences to express the act of inflicting a penalty or discipline upon someone.
Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive
Synonyms: ΤΙΜΩΡΕΩ, ΕΠΙΤΙΜΑΩ, ΠΑΙΔΕΥΩ
Etymology: From κόλαξ (kolax, "flatterer"), originally meaning to prune or curtail, then to chastise or punish. The root is related to the idea of cutting or lopping off, which evolved into the sense of restraining or punishing.
G5210
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: hoo-MAS
Translations: you, you all
Notes: This is a second-person plural personal pronoun, meaning 'you' or 'you all'. It is in the accusative case, indicating that it functions as the direct object of a verb or the object of certain prepositions. For example, it would be used in a sentence like 'He saw you all'.
Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Second Person, All genders
G0515
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ax-ee-OH-so-men
Translations: we will deem worthy, we will consider worthy, we will demand, we will ask, we will expect
Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to deem worthy,' 'to consider worthy,' 'to demand,' or 'to ask.' It is often used to express the idea of considering someone or something deserving of a particular action, status, or treatment. It can also imply a demand or expectation based on what is considered fitting or appropriate.
Inflection: First Person Plural, Future, Active, Indicative
Synonyms: ΑΙΤΕΩ, ΖΗΤΕΩ
Etymology: From ἀξιόω (axioō), meaning 'to deem worthy,' which comes from ἄξιος (axios), meaning 'worthy' or 'deserving.'
G0714
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ar-KOON-tai
Translations: they are content, they are satisfied, they suffice, they are enough
Notes: This word means to be sufficient, to be content, or to be satisfied. It describes a state of having enough or being pleased with what one has. It can also mean to suffice or be adequate for a purpose. In this form, it indicates that a group of people (they) are in such a state.
Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Indicative, 3rd Person, Plural
Synonyms: ΙΚΑΝΟΩ, ΕΞΑΡΚΕΩ
Etymology: From a root meaning 'to ward off', hence 'to be strong enough, to suffice'.
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.
G4378
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Part of Speech: Participle
Sounds like: pros-OO-see
Translations: being present, being at hand, being near, a present one, a near one
Notes: This word is a present active participle, meaning 'being present' or 'being at hand'. It describes something that is near or available. It is a compound word formed from the preposition 'πρός' (to, toward) and the verb 'εἰμί' (to be). It can be used to describe a state of being in proximity or availability.
Inflection: Singular, Feminine, Dative
Synonyms: ΠΑΡΟΥΣΑ, ΕΓΓΥΣ
G4189
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: po-nee-REE-ah
Translations: wickedness, evil, malice, mischief, a wickedness, an evil, a malice, a mischief
Notes: This word refers to wickedness, evil, or malice, often implying active harm or depravity. It describes a state of moral badness or the manifestation of evil deeds. It can be used to describe the general condition of evil or specific acts of wickedness.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Accusative, or Vocative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΚΑΚΙΑ, ΑΣΕΒΕΙΑ, ΑΔΙΚΙΑ
Etymology: From the adjective πονηρός (ponēros), meaning 'evil' or 'bad', which itself is derived from πόνος (ponos), meaning 'toil' or 'labor', suggesting that which is 'painful' or 'troublesome'.
G2570
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: kah-LON
Translations: good, beautiful, noble, excellent, right, of good, of beautiful, of noble, of excellent, a good thing, a beautiful thing, a noble thing, an excellent thing
Notes: This word is an adjective meaning good, beautiful, noble, or excellent. It describes the quality or nature of something or someone. It can refer to moral goodness, physical beauty, or high quality. It is used to modify nouns, agreeing with them in gender, number, and case.
Inflection: Masculine, Genitive, Plural; or Neuter, Nominative, Singular; or Neuter, Accusative, Singular
Synonyms: ΑΓΑΘΟΣ, ΧΡΗΣΤΟΣ, ΕΥΓΕΝΗΣ
G52
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ag-NOY-ah
Translations: ignorance, a lack of knowledge, a state of not knowing
Notes: This word refers to a state of not knowing or being unaware of something. It can describe a lack of understanding, knowledge, or information. It is often used in contexts where someone acts or speaks without full awareness of the facts or consequences.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine
Synonyms: ἈΓΝΩΣΙΑ, ἈΜΑΘΙΑ
Etymology: From the Greek prefix 'α-' (a-, meaning 'not' or 'without') and 'γνοια' (gnoia, related to 'γιγνώσκω' meaning 'to know'). It literally means 'not knowing'.
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