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Notes: This word functions as a conjunction or adverb, introducing a clause that provides a reason, cause, or time. As a conjunction, it can mean 'since' or 'because' when indicating a cause, or 'when' or 'after' when indicating time. As an adverb, it can mean 'for' or 'inasmuch as'. It often introduces a dependent clause that explains the main clause.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΟΤΙ, ΚΑΘΟΤΙ, ΕΠΕΙΔΗ

Etymology: From the preposition ἐπί (epi, 'upon, on') and the particle εἰ (ei, 'if'). It originally meant 'upon the condition that' or 'when'.

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.

G4012

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Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: PEH-ree

Translations: about, concerning, around, for, on behalf of, with respect to, at, near

Notes: This word is a preposition that can take either the genitive or accusative case, and its meaning changes depending on the case of the noun it governs. When used with the genitive case, it typically means 'about', 'concerning', 'for', or 'on behalf of'. When used with the accusative case, it usually indicates spatial 'around', 'about' (in the sense of movement or position), 'at', or 'near'. It can also be used as a prefix in compound words, adding a sense of 'around' or 'excessive'.

Inflection: Governs Genitive or Accusative case; Does not inflect itself

Synonyms: ΥΠΕΡ, ΑΜΦΙ, ΕΠΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *peri, meaning 'around, about'. It is cognate with English 'peri-' (as in 'perimeter') and Latin 'per'.

G1096

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-geh-NOH-meen

Translations: I became, I was, I came to be, I happened, I arose

Notes: This word is the first person singular aorist middle indicative form of the verb 'γίνομαι' (ginomai). It means 'I became,' 'I was,' 'I came to be,' or 'I happened.' It describes an action that occurred in the past, emphasizing the result or the state achieved. It can be used to indicate a change of state or condition, or simply to state that something came into existence or occurred.

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

Synonyms: ΕΙΜΙ, ΓΕΝΝΑΩ, ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

G2186

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Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ep-is-TAY-sas

Translations: having stood upon, having set over, having appointed, having placed, having brought to a halt

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle of the verb ἐφίστημι (ephistēmi). It describes an action completed in the past by the subject, indicating that they 'stood upon,' 'set over,' 'appointed,' 'placed,' or 'brought to a halt' something or someone. It often implies a position of authority or the act of establishing something in a particular place or role.

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

Synonyms: ΙΣΤΗΜΙ, ΤΙΘΗΜΙ, ΤΑΣΣΩ

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.

G4128

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PLAY-thoss

Translations: multitude, a multitude, crowd, a crowd, great number, abundance, a great number

Notes: This word refers to a large number or quantity of people or things. It can be used to describe a crowd of people, a large amount of something, or a general abundance. For example, it might refer to a large gathering of disciples or a great quantity of fish.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΟΧΛΟΣ, ΠΟΛΥΣ, ΑΓΕΛΗ

Etymology: From the Greek root *pleth-* meaning 'to be full' or 'to fill'. It is related to words indicating fullness or abundance.

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.

G5530

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Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: KHRAY-sah-meh-nos

Translations: using, having used, employing, having employed, dealing with, having dealt with

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'χράομαι' (chraomai), meaning 'to use' or 'to employ'. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred or is ongoing, functioning like an adjective or adverb. It indicates someone who is 'using' or 'having used' something, or 'employing' or 'having employed' a method or resource. It can also imply 'dealing with' or 'having dealt with' a situation or person.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle Voice, Masculine, Singular, Nominative

Synonyms: ΧΡΩΜΕΝΟΣ, ΕΧΩΝ

Etymology: The word χράομαι (chraomai) comes from an earlier form χράω (chraō), meaning 'to furnish what is needful'. It is related to χείρ (cheir), meaning 'hand', suggesting the idea of handling or dealing with something.

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.

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.

G4314

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Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: PROSS

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΕΙΣ, ΕΠΙ, ΠΑΡΑ

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

G3778

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Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective

Sounds like: TAWT

Translations: this, that, these, those

Notes: ΤΑΥΤ is an inflected form of the demonstrative pronoun/adjective 'οὗτος' (houtos), meaning 'this' or 'that'. It is used to point out something specific, either near in space or time, or recently mentioned. It can function as a pronoun, standing in for a noun, or as an adjective, modifying a noun. Its meaning can shift slightly depending on the gender, number, and case.

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

Synonyms: ΟΔΕ, ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ

G1909

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Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: ep

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect (preposition)

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ὙΠΕΡ, ΠΑΡΑ

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

G0419

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-nee-KEH-stoyce

Translations: irreparable, incurable, irremediable, uncurable, unhealable

Notes: This word describes something that cannot be remedied, healed, or repaired. It refers to a state of being beyond recovery or a disaster that is irreversible. It is often used to describe misfortunes or injuries that are so severe they cannot be fixed.

Inflection: Plural, Dative, Masculine, Feminine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΑΝΙΑΤΟΣ, ΑΝΕΠΑΝΟΡΘΩΤΟΣ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἀν- (an-, 'un-') and ἀκέομαι (akeomai, 'to heal, to cure'). It literally means 'un-healable' or 'incurable'.

G5098

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: tee-moh-REE-ais

Translations: punishments, penalties, vengeance, avengings

Notes: This word refers to punishments or penalties, often implying a form of retribution or vengeance. It is typically used in contexts where consequences are meted out for actions, whether by human authority or divine judgment. It can also refer to the act of avenging or taking vengeance.

Inflection: Plural, Dative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΚΟΛΑΣΕΙΣ, ΕΚΔΙΚΗΣΕΙΣ, ΤΙΣΕΙΣ

Etymology: The word ΤΙΜΩΡΙΑ (timōria) comes from the verb τιμωρέω (timōreō), meaning 'to help, to avenge, to punish'. It is a compound of τιμή (timē), meaning 'honor, value', and ὀρέω (oreō), meaning 'to care for, to look after'. Thus, it originally implied 'caring for one's honor' or 'avenging an insult to one's honor', which evolved into the sense of punishment or retribution.

G5342

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: feh-REH-sthai

Translations: to be carried, to be brought, to be borne, to be led, to be moved, to be driven, to be endured

Notes: This word is the present passive infinitive form of the verb φέρω (pherō), meaning 'to carry' or 'to bear'. As a passive infinitive, it translates to 'to be carried' or 'to be brought'. It describes the action of something being moved or conveyed by an external force, or enduring something. It can be used in various contexts to indicate movement, conveyance, or passive experience.

Inflection: Present, Passive, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΑΓΕΣΘΑΙ, ΚΟΜΙΖΕΣΘΑΙ

G2753

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: keh-LEH-oh

Translations: command, order, bid, tell, urge, advise

Notes: This verb means to command, order, or bid someone to do something. It implies giving an instruction or directive, often with authority. It can be used in various contexts, such as a ruler commanding subjects, a teacher instructing students, or generally urging someone to take action.

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

Synonyms: ΕΝΤΕΛΛΟΜΑΙ, ΠΡΟΣΤΑΤΤΩ, ΕΠΙΤΑΤΤΩ

Etymology: This word is derived from the Proto-Indo-European root *kelh₁- meaning 'to call, shout'. It is related to words signifying a call or command.

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).

G2596

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Part of Speech: Preposition, Prefix

Sounds like: kath

Translations: according to, down, against, throughout, during, by, for, with respect to, concerning

Notes: This word is an elided form of the preposition 'κατά' (kata), which means 'down' or 'according to'. It is commonly used as a prefix in compound words or as a preposition governing various cases. When used as a preposition, it can indicate movement downwards, distribution, opposition, or a standard of comparison. For example, 'καθ' ἕνα' means 'one by one', and 'καθά' means 'just as' or 'according as'. The elision (dropping of the final vowel) occurs before a word beginning with a vowel and a rough breathing mark.

Inflection: Does not inflect (it is an elided form of a preposition)

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΕΠΙ, ΔΙΑ

Etymology: The word 'κατά' (kata) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'down' or 'against'. It is a common preposition in ancient Greek, indicating various relationships of position, direction, or standard.

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).

G4260

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Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: pro-be-bee-KO-tas

Translations: having gone forward, advanced, aged, those who have gone forward, those who are advanced, those who are aged

Notes: This word is a perfect active participle derived from the verb 'προβαίνω' (probainō), meaning 'to go forward' or 'to advance'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing someone or something that has already performed the action of going forward or advancing. It is often used to describe someone who is 'advanced in years' or 'aged'.

Inflection: Perfect, Active, Participle, Masculine, Accusative, Plural

Synonyms: ΠΡΕΣΒΥΤΕΡΟΥΣ, ΓΕΓΗΡΑΚΟΤΑΣ

G3844

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Part of Speech: Preposition, Prefix

Sounds like: pa-RAH

Translations: beside, by, near, from, with, at, along, beyond, against, through, in the presence of, alongside, a

Notes: This word functions primarily as a preposition, indicating proximity, origin, or comparison. It can mean 'beside,' 'from,' 'with,' 'at,' or 'alongside,' depending on the case of the noun it governs. When used as a prefix in compound words, it often conveys ideas of proximity, deviation, or intensity, such as 'alongside,' 'beyond,' 'contrary to,' or 'through.'

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a preposition); as a prefix, it modifies the meaning of the verb or noun it attaches to.

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΕΠΙ, ΣΥΝ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *per- (meaning 'forward, through'). It is cognate with English 'for' and 'through'.

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

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.

G4198

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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: por-yoo-so-MEH-noos

Translations: about to go, going to go, those who are about to go, those who are going to go

Notes: This word is a future participle derived from the verb 'to go' or 'to travel'. It describes someone or something that is 'about to go' or 'going to go'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, modifying a noun or verb to indicate an action that is imminent or intended.

Inflection: Future, Participle, Accusative, Plural, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΒΑΙΝΩ, ΑΠΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word ΠΟΡΕΥΩ comes from the Greek word πόρος (poros), meaning 'passage' or 'ford', which itself is related to the verb πείρω (peirō), meaning 'to pierce' or 'to pass through'.

G1519

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Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: EES

Translations: into, to, for, unto, among, in, toward

Notes: This word is a preposition that primarily indicates motion towards or into something. It is always used with the accusative case, showing the destination or goal of an action. It can also express purpose, result, or the object of an action. For example, it is used to say 'go into the city' or 'believe into Christ'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: The word ΕἸΣ comes from Proto-Indo-European *en-s, which is a locative adverb meaning 'in, into'. It is related to the English word 'in'.

G3588

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Part of Speech: Definite Article

Sounds like: TANE

Translations: the

Notes: ΤΗΝ is the feminine singular accusative form of the definite article 'the'. It is used to specify a noun that is feminine in gender, singular in number, and in the accusative case, indicating it is the direct object of a verb or the object of certain prepositions. For example, it would be used before a feminine singular noun like 'πόλιν' (city) when 'city' is the direct object.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Etymology: The Koine Greek definite article derives from Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronouns. It evolved from an earlier demonstrative particle, becoming a grammatical marker for definiteness.

G4172

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: POH-lin

Translations: city, a city

Notes: The word 'πόλιν' is the accusative singular form of the noun 'πόλις', meaning 'city'. It refers to a populated place, typically larger than a village, with a defined administrative structure. As an accusative case, it functions as the direct object of a verb or the object of certain prepositions, indicating the destination or the object being acted upon. For example, one might 'go into the city' or 'see the city'.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Etymology: The word 'πόλις' comes from Proto-Indo-European, referring to a fortified place or citadel. It developed to mean a city-state in ancient Greece, encompassing both the physical settlement and its citizens.

G2127

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: yoo-treh-PIZ-es-thai

Translations: to prepare, to make ready, to get ready, to make fit, to make suitable

Notes: This word means to prepare or make ready. It is often used in the sense of getting something or someone prepared for a specific purpose or event. It can also imply making something fit or suitable. As a middle voice infinitive, it suggests an action done for oneself or by oneself, or a state of being prepared.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Infinitive

Synonyms: ἙΤΟΙΜΑΖΩ, ΚΑΤΑΣΚΕΥΑΖΩ

Etymology: From εὖ (eu), meaning 'well', and τρέπω (trepō), meaning 'to turn'. The combination suggests 'to turn well' or 'to arrange well', leading to the sense of preparing or making ready.

G4160

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Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: poy-ay-so-MEH-noos

Translations: about to make, about to do, who will make, who will do, those who will make, those who will do

Notes: This word is a future middle or passive participle derived from the verb 'poieō', meaning 'to make' or 'to do'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that is about to happen or will happen. In this form, it refers to masculine plural subjects in the accusative case, indicating 'those who are about to make/do' or 'those who will make/do' something, often as the direct object of a verb or preposition.

Inflection: Future, Middle or Passive, Participle, Accusative, Plural, Masculine

Synonyms: ΠΡΑΞΟΜΕΝΟΥΣ, ΕΡΓΑΣΟΜΕΝΟΥΣ

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'.

G1261

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Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: dee-ah-stah-see-AH-zon-ton

Translations: of those who are causing dissension, of those who are stirring up strife, of those who are revolting

Notes: This word is a present active participle, meaning 'to cause dissension, to stir up strife, or to revolt'. As a participle, it describes the ongoing action of a group of people. In this form, it refers to 'those who are causing dissension' or 'those who are stirring up strife'. It is a compound word formed from 'διά' (through, apart) and 'στασιάζω' (to revolt, to stand).

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

Synonyms: ΣΤΑΣΙΑΖΟΝΤΩΝ, ΔΙΧΟΣΤΑΤΟΥΝΤΩΝ

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.

G1964

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-pee-KLAS-thoh-sin

Translations: let them be broken, let them be broken off, let them be fractured

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to be broken' or 'to be broken off'. It is often used in a figurative sense, such as to describe a branch being broken off from a tree, or a person being cut off from a group. It is a compound word formed from the preposition 'ἐπί' (epi), meaning 'upon' or 'in addition', and the verb 'κλάω' (klaō), meaning 'to break'.

Inflection: Third Person Plural, Aorist, Passive, Imperative

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΤΡΙΒΩ, ΚΑΤΑΓΝΥΜΙ

G5346

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-FAYN

Translations: I said, he said, she said, it said

Notes: This is the first aorist active indicative form of the verb 'φημί' (phēmi), meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. It is used to report what someone said in the past, often translated as 'I said' or 'he/she/it said' depending on the context. It can refer to a specific utterance or a general statement made previously.

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

Synonyms: ΛΕΓΩ, ΕΙΠΩΝ, ΛΑΛΕΩ

Etymology: The verb φημί (phēmi) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *bʰeh₂- meaning 'to speak, tell, say'. It is related to Latin fari ('to speak') and English 'ban' (in the sense of proclamation).

G3870

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-ra-ka-LEH-sa-teh

Translations: exhort, comfort, appeal, beseech, encourage, implore, invite

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition παρά (para), meaning 'beside' or 'alongside', and the verb καλέω (kaleō), meaning 'to call'. Therefore, it literally means 'to call alongside'. In practice, it carries a range of meanings including to call to one's aid, to comfort, to encourage, to exhort, to appeal to, or to invite. It is often used in the New Testament to describe the act of encouraging or comforting believers.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Imperative, 2nd Person Plural

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΤΡΕΠΩ, ΠΑΡΑΜΥΘΕΟΜΑΙ, ΔΕΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the preposition παρά (para), meaning 'beside, alongside', and the verb καλέω (kaleō), meaning 'to call'. This combination suggests the action of calling someone to one's side for various purposes, such as help, comfort, or instruction.

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'.

G2753

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Part of Speech: Participle, Verb

Sounds like: keh-LEH-on-tas

Translations: commanding, ordering, bidding, telling

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'κελεύω' (keleuō), meaning 'to command' or 'to order'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that is happening concurrently with the main verb. It indicates someone who is in the act of commanding or giving an order.

Inflection: Present Active Participle, Accusative Plural, Masculine

Synonyms: ΕΝΤΕΛΛΟΜΑΙ, ΠΡΟΣΤΑΣΣΩ, ΕΠΙΤΑΣΣΩ

Etymology: The word 'κελεύω' (keleuō) is of uncertain origin, possibly related to 'κέλευθος' (keleuthos), meaning 'road' or 'path', implying a command to follow a certain course.

G3588

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Part of Speech: Definite Article

Sounds like: THAYS

Translations: of the

Notes: ΤΗΣ is the genitive, singular, feminine form of the definite article 'the'. It is used to indicate possession, origin, or relationship for feminine singular nouns. For example, 'the house of the woman' would use ΤΗΣ for 'of the woman'. It functions similarly to 'of the' in English.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Etymology: The Greek definite article 'Ο' (of which ΤΗΣ is an inflection) derives from a Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronoun root. It evolved to function as a definite article in ancient Greek, marking nouns as specific or previously mentioned.

G2493

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Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ee-oh-na-THAN

Translations: Jonathan

Notes: This is a proper noun, referring to the Hebrew name Jonathan. It is a common biblical name, notably the son of King Saul and a close friend of David. In this form, it is in the accusative case, indicating it is the direct object of a verb or the object of a preposition.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine

Etymology: The name Jonathan is of Hebrew origin, derived from the Hebrew name Yehonatan (יְהוֹנָתָן), meaning 'Yahweh has given' or 'gift of God'. It combines the divine name Yahweh (יהוה) with the verb 'natan' (נתן), meaning 'to give'.

G0300

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-nah-khoh-REH-in

Translations: to withdraw, to depart, to go away, to retire, to return

Notes: This word is a compound verb meaning 'to withdraw' or 'to depart'. It is often used to describe someone leaving a place, either to go to another location, to retreat, or to return to a previous state or place. It can also imply a separation or a retirement from a situation or group.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ἈΠΟΧΩΡΕΩ, ἘΚΧΩΡΕΩ, ἈΝΑΛΥΩ

Etymology: This word is formed from the prefix ἀνά (ana), meaning 'up' or 'back', and the verb χωρέω (chōreō), meaning 'to make room, to go, to proceed'.

G1325

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Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: DOOS

Translations: giving, having given, a giver, one who gives

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'to give'. It describes someone or something that is in the act of giving, or has already given. It can function like an adjective, modifying a noun, or like an adverb, describing the manner of an action. For example, it could be used in a phrase like 'the man giving the gift' or 'he spoke, giving a warning'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine, Aorist, Active

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΕΧΩΝ, ΧΑΡΙΖΟΜΕΝΟΣ

G1746

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: en-ar-mo-sa-MEH-non

Translations: having fitted, having adapted, having adjusted, having harmonized

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition 'ἐν' (in, on) and the verb 'ἁρμόζω' (to fit, join, adapt). It means to fit, adapt, or adjust something into a proper place or state, or to harmonize. It implies bringing things into agreement or suitability. As a participle, it describes an action that has been completed by the subject, often functioning adverbially to describe the circumstances of another action.

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΑΡΜΟΖΩ, ΣΥΝΑΡΜΟΖΩ

Etymology: The word ἐναρμόζω is derived from the prefix ἐν- (en-, meaning 'in' or 'on') and the verb ἁρμόζω (harmozo), which means 'to fit together, join, or adapt'. The root ἁρμόζω comes from ἁρμός (harmos), meaning 'a joint' or 'fitting'.

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.

G1565

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Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: eh-KAY-nohn

Translations: of those, of them, those

Notes: This word is a demonstrative pronoun or adjective, meaning 'that' or 'those'. In this inflected form, it indicates possession or origin, translating to 'of those' or 'of them'. It is used to refer to people or things that are distant in space or time, or to distinguish them from others. For example, it might be used in a phrase like 'the houses of those people' or 'the events of those days'.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine, Feminine, or Neuter

Synonyms: ΑΥΤΩΝ, ΤΟΥΤΩΝ

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'.

G1577

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ek-klee-SEE-an

Translations: assembly, a church, the church, a congregation, the congregation

Notes: This word refers to an assembly or a gathering of people, often for a specific purpose. In the New Testament, it commonly refers to the Christian church or a local congregation of believers. It is a compound word formed from 'ἐκ' (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and 'καλέω' (kaleō), meaning 'to call'. Thus, it literally means 'a calling out' or 'those called out'. It can be used in sentences like 'They gathered the assembly' or 'He spoke to the church'.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΑΓΩΓΗ, ΟΜΙΛΙΑ, ΣΥΝΟΔΟΣ

G0652

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-pos-toh-LAYN

Translations: mission, a mission, sending, a sending, commission, a commission, dispatch, a dispatch

Notes: This word refers to a sending forth, a mission, or a commission. It describes the act of sending someone or something out for a specific purpose, or the task or duty assigned to the one who is sent. It can be used to describe a divine commission or a human assignment.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΕΜΨΙΣ, ΕΞΑΠΟΣΤΟΛΗ

Etymology: The word ἈΠΟΣΤΟΛΗ (apostolē) comes from the verb ἀποστέλλω (apostellō), meaning 'to send away' or 'to send forth'. It is formed from the prefix ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and στέλλω (stellō), meaning 'to send' or 'to prepare'.

G4160

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-poy-AY-sah-mehn

Translations: I made, I did, I performed, I produced, I created, I accomplished, I made for myself, I did for myself

Notes: This word is a verb meaning "to make" or "to do." In the middle voice, as it is here, it often implies that the action is done by the subject for their own benefit or with a particular interest in the outcome. It can be used in various contexts to describe the act of bringing something into existence, carrying out an action, or performing a task.

Inflection: First Person, Singular, Aorist, Indicative, Middle Voice

Synonyms: ΠΡΑΤΤΩ, ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ, ΤΙΘΗΜΙ

Etymology: The word ποιέω comes from an ancient root meaning 'to make' or 'to do'.

G4842

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Part of Speech: Participle, Verb

Sounds like: soom-PEM-psas

Translations: having sent with, having dispatched with, having accompanied, having sent along with

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb "συμπέμπω" (sympempō), meaning "to send with" or "to dispatch along with." As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has already occurred. It indicates that the subject has performed the action of sending someone or something in company with another, or has accompanied someone.

Inflection: Aorist Active Participle, Masculine, Singular, Nominative

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΕΞΑΠΟΣΤΕΛΛΩ, ΣΥΝΕΚΠΕΜΠΩ

G3697

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: OP-lee-tas

Translations: hoplite, a hoplite, heavy-armed soldier, a heavy-armed soldier

Notes: An hoplite was a heavily armed foot soldier in ancient Greece. They were typically equipped with a large round shield (hoplon), a spear, and a sword. Hoplites fought in a phalanx formation, a tightly packed rectangular unit.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΣΤΡΑΤΙΩΤΗΣ, ΜΑΧΗΤΗΣ

Etymology: From the Greek word ὅπλον (hoplon), meaning 'weapon' or 'armor', referring to the shield carried by these soldiers.

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.

G4540

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Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: sah-mah-REH-yah

Translations: Samaria

Notes: Samaria refers to both a city and a region in ancient Palestine, located in the central part of the land of Israel. It was the capital of the northern kingdom of Israel after the division of the united monarchy. The people of Samaria, known as Samaritans, had a complex relationship with the Jews.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative

Etymology: The name 'Samaria' is derived from the Hebrew name 'Shomron', which means 'watch-mountain' or 'watch-tower'. It was named after Shemer, the owner of the hill on which the city was built by King Omri.

G4307

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pro-no-eh-SAH-sthai

Translations: to provide for, to take thought beforehand, to make provision, to have foresight

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from πρό (before) and νοέω (to perceive, to think). It means to think or plan beforehand, to make arrangements, or to provide for something or someone. It implies a proactive consideration of future needs or events. It is often used in the middle voice to mean 'to provide for oneself' or 'to take thought for one's own interests'.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΜΕΛΕΟΜΑΙ, ΦΡΟΝΤΙΖΩ

G1096

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ge-NEH-sthai

Translations: to become, to be, to happen, to come to pass, to arise, to be made, to be born

Notes: This word is the aorist middle infinitive form of the verb 'γίνομαι' (ginomai). It signifies the action of coming into being, happening, or being made. It can also mean to be born or to arise. As an infinitive, it often functions like 'to become' or 'to happen' in English, frequently used after verbs that express desire, ability, or necessity.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΕΙΜΙ, ΥΠΑΡΧΩ, ΠΟΙΕΩ

G4197

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: por-EYE-ah

Translations: journey, a journey, travel, a travel, way, a way, course, a course

Notes: This word refers to the act of traveling, a journey, or the path taken. It describes movement from one place to another, often implying a specific route or duration. It can be used to speak of a physical trip or a metaphorical course of action.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΟΔΟΣ, ΔΡΟΜΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΠΟΡΕΙΑ (poreia) derives from the verb πορεύομαι (poreuomai), meaning 'to go, to travel, to proceed'.

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.

G5259

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Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: hoo-POH

Translations: under, by, from, with, subject to, at the hand of

Notes: This word is a common preposition in Koine Greek. Its meaning varies depending on the grammatical case of the noun it governs. When used with the genitive case, it typically indicates the agent or cause ('by', 'from'). With the dative case, it denotes a static position 'under' something. When used with the accusative case, it signifies motion 'under' or 'into subjection to'.

Inflection: Does not inflect, but governs the Genitive, Dative, and Accusative cases.

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'under'. It is cognate with English 'up' and 'over', showing a shared root related to position.

G4514

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: roh-MAI-oys

Translations: (to) Romans, (to) the Romans

Notes: This word refers to the people of Rome or the Roman Empire. It is used to indicate a group of people who are Romans, often in the context of their nationality or political affiliation. In this inflected form, it indicates the indirect object of an action, meaning 'to the Romans' or 'for the Romans'.

Inflection: Plural, Dative, Masculine

Etymology: From Ρώμη (Rhōmē), meaning 'Rome', referring to the city and empire. The suffix -αιος (-aios) is used to form adjectives or nouns denoting origin or belonging.

G3588, G3739, G2228

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

Sounds like: AY

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

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

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

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

G3843

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Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: PAN-tohs

Translations: certainly, by all means, altogether, surely, doubtless, absolutely, entirely, at any rate

Notes: This word is an adverb derived from the adjective 'πᾶς' (pas), meaning 'all' or 'every'. It is used to emphasize certainty, totality, or necessity. It can be translated as 'certainly,' 'surely,' 'by all means,' or 'altogether,' indicating that something is definitely true or will definitely happen. It can also mean 'at any rate' or 'in any case,' suggesting a minimum level of certainty or action.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΑΣΗ, ΠΑΝΤΗ

G1163

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-DEH-ee

Translations: it was necessary, it had to be, it behooved, one had to

Notes: This is an impersonal verb meaning 'it was necessary' or 'it had to be'. It describes something that was obligatory, proper, or destined to happen. It is often used to express a divine or moral necessity, or what was fitting or appropriate in a given situation. It typically takes an infinitive or a clause as its subject.

Inflection: Impersonal, Aorist, Indicative, Active

Etymology: The word ΔΕΙ (dei) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *deh₁- meaning 'to put, to place'. In Greek, it developed the sense of 'it is necessary' or 'it is binding'.

G5035

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Part of Speech: Adjective, Adverb

Sounds like: ta-KHOO

Translations: quick, swift, fast, quickly, swiftly, soon, immediately

Notes: This word can function as an adjective meaning 'quick' or 'swift', describing something that moves or happens at a high speed. It can also function as an adverb meaning 'quickly', 'swiftly', 'soon', or 'immediately', indicating the manner or timing of an action. For example, it can describe a 'swift witness' or an action that happens 'quickly'.

Inflection: Neuter Singular Nominative or Accusative (as adjective), Adverbial form (as adverb)

Synonyms: ΕΥΘΕΩΣ, ΑΙΦΝΙΔΙΩΣ, ΣΠΕΥΔΩ

Etymology: The word ΤΑΧΥ (tachy) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *teh₂g- meaning 'to touch, to handle', which evolved to imply speed or quickness in Greek.

G1014

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Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: boo-LOH-meh-noos

Translations: wishing, desiring, intending, purposing, those wishing, those desiring, those intending

Notes: This word is a present middle/passive participle derived from the verb 'βούλομαι', meaning 'to wish' or 'to desire'. It describes someone who is in the act of wishing or desiring something. In this form, it functions adjectivally or substantively, often translated as 'those wishing' or 'those desiring', depending on the context.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive Voice, Accusative Case, Masculine or Feminine Gender, Plural Number

Synonyms: ΘΕΛΟΝΤΑΣ, ΕΠΙΘΥΜΟΥΝΤΑΣ

G1223

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Part of Speech: Preposition, Numeral

Sounds like: DEE

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΕΚ, ΥΠΟ, ΕΝΕΚΕΝ

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

G1565

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Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective

Sounds like: eh-KEE-ness

Translations: of that, of her

Notes: This word is the genitive singular feminine form of the demonstrative pronoun/adjective 'ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ', meaning 'that' or 'that one'. It is used to point to something or someone distant in space or time, or to refer back to something previously mentioned. As a genitive form, it indicates possession, origin, or separation, often translated with 'of' or 'from'. When used as an adjective, it modifies a feminine noun in the genitive case. When used as a pronoun, it stands in for a feminine noun.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΟΥΤΟΣ, ΟΔΕ

G2414

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Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ee-eh-roh-SO-loo-mah

Translations: Jerusalem

Notes: This word refers to Jerusalem, the capital city of ancient Judea and a significant religious center for Jews and Christians. It is often used in the context of travel to or from the city, or events that took place within it.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Accusative, or Genitive (indeclinable in some contexts), Feminine

Etymology: The name 'Jerusalem' is of Semitic origin, likely derived from 'Urusalim', meaning 'foundation of Shalem' or 'city of peace'. It has been known by various names throughout history.

G2647

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tah-LOO-sai

Translations: to destroy, to abolish, to overthrow, to pull down, to lodge, to unyoke, to dissolve, to put an end to

Notes: This word means to destroy, abolish, or overthrow something, often referring to institutions, laws, or structures. It can also mean to pull down a building or to dissolve a relationship. In a different context, it can mean to unyoke animals or to lodge for the night, implying a stopping or resting place. It is a compound word formed from 'κατά' (down, against) and 'λύω' (to loose, to release, to destroy).

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΑΦΑΝΙΖΩ, ΑΝΑΙΡΕΩ, ΚΑΘΑΙΡΕΩ

G3360

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Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb, Conjunction

Sounds like: MEKH-ree

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

Notes: This word indicates a point in time or space that is reached, meaning 'until' or 'up to'. As a preposition, it takes the genitive case and specifies the limit of an action or state. As an adverb, it can modify verbs or clauses, indicating duration or extent. As a conjunction, it introduces a temporal clause, meaning 'while' or 'until'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΩΣ, ΑΧΡΙ

Etymology: From an assumed base *mekh-, perhaps related to μέγας (megas, “great”) or μήκος (mēkos, “length”). It denotes a limit or extent.

G5228

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Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: hoo-PER

Translations: over, above, for, on behalf of, concerning, beyond, more than

Notes: ΥΠΕΡ is a Koine Greek preposition. Its meaning varies depending on the grammatical case of the noun it governs. When used with the genitive case, it often means 'on behalf of', 'for the sake of', 'concerning', or 'instead of'. When used with the accusative case, it typically means 'over', 'above', 'beyond', or 'more than', often indicating position or motion.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΠΙ, ΠΕΡΙ, ΑΝΤΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *uperi, meaning 'over, above'. It is cognate with English 'over' and Latin 'super'.

G5100

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Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: TEE-nah

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

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

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

G3129

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ma-THEIN

Translations: to learn, to understand, to be taught, to find out

Notes: This word is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'μανθάνω'. It means 'to learn' or 'to understand' something. It is often used to express the purpose or result of an action, indicating that someone is acquiring knowledge or information. For example, one might 'go to learn' or 'send someone to find out'.

Inflection: Infinitive, Aorist, Active

Synonyms: ΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΕΠΙΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *mn̥-dʰh₁- (to put one's mind to), related to English 'mind'.

G0525

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Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ah-pal-LAT-toh-MEH-noos

Translations: being delivered, being set free, being removed, being released, those being delivered, those being set free, those being removed, those being released

Notes: This word is a present middle/passive participle, meaning 'being delivered,' 'being set free,' or 'being removed.' It describes an ongoing action where the subject is either performing the action on itself (middle voice) or having the action done to it (passive voice). It functions like an adjective, modifying a noun or pronoun, or like an adverb, describing the circumstances of an action.

Inflection: Present, Middle or Passive Voice, Masculine, Accusative, Plural

Synonyms: ἘΚΒΑΙΝΟΝΤΑΣ, ἘΚΧΩΡΟΥΝΤΑΣ, ἈΦΙΕΜΕΝΟΥΣ

G4238

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Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: PRAX-as

Translations: having done, having accomplished, doing, performing, when he did, after he did

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb 'πράσσω' (prassō), meaning 'to do' or 'to accomplish'. As a participle, it describes an action that has been completed or is concurrent with the main verb of the sentence, often indicating the means or circumstance of the main action. It can function adjectivally, adverbially, or substantivally, depending on the context.

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

Synonyms: ΠΟΙΕΩ, ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ, ΤΕΛΕΩ

G4160

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-poy-OO-meen

Translations: I was making, I was doing, I was producing, I was creating, I was performing, I was being made, I was being done

Notes: This word is a verb in the imperfect tense, indicating an ongoing or repeated action in the past. As a middle or passive voice form, it can mean 'I was doing something for myself' (middle) or 'I was being made/done' (passive). It describes an action that was in progress at a specific time in the past.

Inflection: First Person, Singular, Imperfect, Indicative, Middle or Passive

Synonyms: ΠΡΑΤΤΩ, ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ

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The Life of Flavius Josephus, Chapter 52

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