Polycarp’s Letter to the Philippians Chapter 8, Interlinear version from Polycarp of Smyrna (Beta)

Polycarp’s Letter to the Philippians, Chapter 8

Interlinear version from Polycarp of Smyrna (Beta)

8:1

ἈΔΙΑΛΕΙΠΤΩΣ
- ADIALEIPTŌS
- unceasingly
ΟΥ̓Ν
- OUN
- therefore
ΠΡΟΣΚΑΡΤΕΡΩΜΕΝ
- PROSKARTERŌMEN
- let-us-persevere
ΤΗ
- TĒ
- to-the
ἘΛΠΙΔΙ
- ELPIDI
- hope
ΗΜΩΝ
- ĒMŌN
- of-us
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ΤΩ
- TŌ
- to-the
ἈΡΡΑΒΩΝΙ
- ARHRABŌNI
- pledge
ΤΗΣ
- TĒS
- of-the
ΔΙΚΑΙΟΣΥΝΗΣ
- DIKAIOSYNĒS
- righteousness
ΗΜΩΝ
- ĒMŌN
- of-us
ΟΣ
- OS
- who
ἘΣΤΙ
- ESTI
- is
ΧΡΙΣΤΟΣ
- CHRISTOS
- Anointed-One
ἸΗΣΟΥΣ
- IĒSOUS
- Jesus
ΟΣ
- OS
- who
ἈΝΗΓΚΕΝ
- ANĒGKEN
- carried-up
ΗΜΩΝ
- ĒMŌN
- of-us
ΤΑΣ
- TAS
- the
ΑΜΑΡΤΙΑΣ
- AMARTIAS
- sins
ΤΩ
- TŌ
- to-the
ἸΔΙΩ
- IDIŌ
- own
ΣΩΜΑΤΙ
- SŌMATI
- body
ἘΠΙ
- EPI
- upon
ΤΟ
- TO
- the
ΞΥΛΟΝ
- XYLON
- wood
ΟΣ
- OS
- who
ΑΜΑΡΤΙΑΝ
- AMARTIAN
- sin
ΟΥ̓Κ
- OUK
- not
ἘΠΟΙΗΣΕΝ
- EPOIĒSEN
- did
ΟΥ̓ΔΕ
- OUDE
- nor
ΕΥΡΕΘΗ
- EURETHĒ
- was-found
ΔΟΛΟΣ
- DOLOS
- deceit
ἘΝ
- EN
- in
ΤΩ
- TŌ
- the
ΣΤΟΜΑΤΙ
- STOMATI
- mouth
ΑΥ̓ΤΟΥ
- AUTOU
- of-him
ἈΛΛΑ
- ALLA
- but
ΔΙ
- DI
- through
ΗΜΑΣ
- ĒMAS
- us
ΙΝΑ
- INA
- in-order-that
ΖΗΣΩΜΕΝ
- ZĒSŌMEN
- we-might-live
ἘΝ
- EN
- in
ΑΥ̓ΤΩ
- AUTŌ
- him
ΠΑΝΤΑ
- PANTA
- all-things
ΥΠΕΜΕΙΝΕΝ
- YPEMEINEN
- he-endured

8:2

ΜΙΜΗΤΑΙ
- MIMĒTAI
- imitators
ΟΥ̓Ν
- OUN
- therefore
ΓΕΝΩΜΕΘΑ
- GENŌMETHA
- let-us-become
ΤΗΣ
- TĒS
- of-the
ΥΠΟΜΟΝΗΣ
- YPOMONĒS
- endurance
ΑΥ̓ΤΟΥ
- AUTOU
- of-him
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ἘΑΝ
- EAN
- if
ΠΑΣΧΩΜΕΝ
- PASCHŌMEN
- we-suffer
ΔΙΑ
- DIA
- through
ΤΟ
- TO
- the
ὈΝΟΜΑ
- ONOMA
- name
ΑΥ̓ΤΟΥ
- AUTOU
- of-him
ΔΟΞΑΖΩΜΕΝ
- DOXAZŌMEN
- let-us-glorify
ΑΥ̓ΤΟΝ
- AUTON
- him
ΤΟΥΤΟΝ
- TOUTON
- this
ΓΑΡ
- GAR
- for
ΗΜΙΝ
- ĒMIN
- to-us
ΤΟΝ
- TON
- the
Υ̓ΠΟΓΡΑΜΜΟΝ
- YPOGRAMMON
- example
ἘΘΗΚΕ
- ETHĒKE
- he-set
ΔΙ
- DI
- through
ΕΑΥΤΟΥ
- EAUTOU
- himself
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ΗΜΕΙΣ
- ĒMEIS
- we
ΤΟΥΤΟ
- TOUTO
- this
ἘΠΙΣΤΕΥΣΑΜΕΝ
- EPISTEUSAMEN
- we-believed

G0088

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Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: ah-dee-ah-LEIP-tohs

Translations: unceasingly, constantly, without ceasing, continually, without intermission

Notes: This word is an adverb meaning "unceasingly" or "continually." It describes an action that happens without interruption or pause. It is a compound word formed from the negative prefix ἀ- (a-, meaning "not") and διαλείπω (dialeipō), which means "to leave off" or "to intermit." Thus, it literally means "not leaving off" or "without intermission." It is used to emphasize the continuous nature of an action or state.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΑΝΤΟΤΕ, ΔΙΑΠΑΝΤΟΣ

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'.

G4342

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pros-kar-teh-ROH-men

Translations: let us persevere, let us continue steadfastly, let us be devoted, let us attend constantly

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from πρός (pros, 'to, toward') and καρτερέω (kartereo, 'to be strong, steadfast'). It means to persevere, to continue steadfastly, to be devoted to, or to attend constantly. It implies a persistent and unwavering commitment to something or someone.

Inflection: First Person Plural, Present, Subjunctive, Active

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΜΕΝΩ, ΠΡΟΣΜΕΝΩ, ΕΜΜΕΝΩ

Etymology: The word ΠΡΟΣΚΑΡΤΕΡΕΩ is a compound of the preposition πρός (pros), meaning 'to, toward, in addition to', and the verb καρτερέω (kartereo), meaning 'to be strong, steadfast, patient'. The latter is derived from καρτερός (karteros), meaning 'strong, mighty'.

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.

G2532

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Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: kahee

Translations: and, also, even, but, then

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

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

G3588

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Part of Speech: Definite Article

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.

G1343

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: dee-kah-yoh-SOO-nays

Translations: of righteousness, of justice, of a righteousness, of a justice

Notes: This word refers to the quality of being morally right, just, or righteous. It encompasses both the state of being right with God and the act of doing what is right. It is often used in a theological context to describe divine justice or human uprightness.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΛΗΘΕΙΑ, ΕΥΘΥΤΗΣ

Etymology: From the Greek word δίκαιος (dikaios), meaning 'just' or 'righteous', combined with the suffix -σύνη (-synē), which forms abstract nouns, indicating a state or quality.

G3739

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Part of Speech: Relative Pronoun, Conjunction

Sounds like: HOS

Translations: who, which, what, that, as, how, when

Notes: The word 'ΟΣ' is a versatile relative pronoun in Koine Greek, meaning 'who,' 'which,' or 'that,' depending on the context and the gender, number, and case it agrees with. It introduces a relative clause, linking it to a preceding noun or pronoun. It can also function as a conjunction, meaning 'as,' 'how,' or 'when,' indicating manner or time.

Inflection: Masculine, Singular, Nominative

Etymology: The word 'ΟΣ' is an ancient Greek word, tracing its origins back to Proto-Indo-European roots. It has been a fundamental part of the Greek language's grammatical structure for millennia, serving to connect clauses and introduce relative information.

G5547

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Part of Speech: Proper Noun, Noun

Sounds like: khree-STOSS

Translations: Christ, Anointed One, Messiah, a Christ, an Anointed One

Notes: This word refers to the 'Anointed One' or 'Messiah'. In the New Testament, it is predominantly used as a title for Jesus, identifying him as the promised Messiah. It can also be used more generally to refer to anyone who has been anointed, such as a king or priest.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΜΕΣΣΙΑΣ

Etymology: From the Koine Greek verb χρίω (chriō), meaning 'to anoint'. The noun form refers to someone who has been anointed, typically for a special office or purpose.

G2424

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Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ee-ay-SOOS

Translations: Jesus, Joshua

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

Inflection: Singular, Nominative

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

G0399

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: an-AYNG-ken

Translations: brought up, offered up, carried up, led up, bore, endured

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἀνά (aná, meaning 'up' or 'again') and the verb φέρω (pherō, meaning 'to bear' or 'to carry'). In its aorist form, it means to bring or carry something up, to offer something as a sacrifice, or to lead someone up to a higher place. It can also mean to bear or endure something.

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΦΕΡΩ, ἘΠΙΦΕΡΩ

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'.

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.

G3586

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KSEE-lon

Translations: wood, a wood, tree, a tree, timber, a timber, staff, a staff, club, a club, cross, a cross

Notes: This word refers to wood in various forms. It can mean a living tree, cut timber, a piece of wood used as a staff or club, or even a structure made of wood, such as a cross or gallows. Its meaning is determined by the context in which it is used.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΔΕΝΔΡΟΝ, ΔΟΚΟΣ, ΣΤΑΥΡΟΣ

Etymology: From an unknown root, possibly related to the idea of cutting or hewing.

G3756

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Part of Speech: Adverb, Particle

Sounds like: OOK

Translations: not, no

Notes: This word is a negative particle used to express absolute negation. It typically precedes verbs, adjectives, or adverbs to deny or contradict a statement. It is used when the negation is a statement of fact, as opposed to a hypothetical or willed negation. It has variant forms like οὐ (ou) before a consonant and οὐχ (ouch) before a rough breathing.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΜΉ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'not'. It is an ancient negative particle found in various Indo-European languages.

G3761

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Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction

Sounds like: oo-DEH

Translations: not even, neither, nor, and not

Notes: This is a compound word formed from the negative particle 'οὐ' (not) and the conjunction 'δέ' (but, and). It is used to emphasize a negation, meaning 'not even' or 'neither/nor'. It can connect clauses or phrases, indicating that something is also not true or not happening. For example, it can be used in a sentence like 'He did not go, nor did he send anyone.'

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΥ̓, ΜΗΔΕ, ΜΗ

Etymology: From the negative particle 'οὐ' (not) and the postpositive conjunction 'δέ' (but, and).

G1388

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: DO-los

Translations: guile, deceit, craft, treachery, a guile, a deceit

Notes: This word refers to cunning, deceit, or treachery. It describes a deceptive scheme or a malicious trick. It can be used to describe the character of a person who acts with deceit, or the deceptive nature of an action or plan.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΠΑΤΗ, ΠΑΝΟΥΡΓΙΑ, ΔΟΛΙΟΣ

Etymology: The origin of this word is uncertain, but it is thought to be related to a root meaning 'to ensnare' or 'to bait'. It has cognates 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.

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'.

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'.

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.

G0846

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Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: ow-TOH

Translations: (to) him, (to) her, (to) it, (to) himself, (to) herself, (to) itself

Notes: This word is the dative singular form of the pronoun 'ΑΥ̓ΤΟΣ'. It functions as a personal pronoun meaning 'him', 'her', or 'it' when used as an indirect object, often translated with 'to' or 'for'. It can also function as an intensive pronoun meaning 'himself', 'herself', or 'itself', emphasizing the subject. In some contexts, especially with the definite article, it can act as a demonstrative pronoun meaning 'the same'. Its usage depends heavily on the surrounding context.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Feminine or Neuter

G5281

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: hoo-po-mo-NAYS

Translations: of endurance, of patience, of perseverance, of steadfastness

Notes: This word refers to the act of remaining under or enduring, often with a sense of steadfastness or patient waiting. It is a compound word formed from 'ὑπό' (hypo), meaning 'under', and 'μένω' (menō), meaning 'to remain' or 'to abide'. It describes the capacity to bear up under difficult circumstances without giving in or losing hope, often implying an active, rather than passive, resistance to adversity. It can be used in contexts of enduring trials, waiting patiently for a promise, or steadfastly holding to one's faith.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΚΑΡΤΕΡΙΑ, ΑΝΔΡΕΙΑ, ΕΓΚΡΑΤΕΙΑ

Etymology: The word ΥΠΟΜΟΝΗ (hypomonē) is derived from the Greek preposition ὑπό (hypo), meaning 'under', and the verb μένω (menō), meaning 'to remain' or 'to abide'. It literally means 'a remaining under' or 'a patient enduring'.

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.

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'.

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.

G3778

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Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective

Sounds like: TOO-ton

Translations: this, this one, him, it

Notes: This word is a demonstrative pronoun or adjective, used to point out something specific that is near in proximity, time, or thought, or something that has just been mentioned. As a pronoun, it can stand in for a noun, meaning 'this one' or 'him/it'. As an adjective, it modifies a noun, meaning 'this' (e.g., 'this house'). In this form, it is masculine singular and in the accusative case, meaning it functions as the direct object of a verb or the object of certain prepositions.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΟΔΕ, ΕΚΕΙΝΟΝ

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.

G5261

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Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective

Sounds like: hoo-po-GRAM-mon

Translations: example, a example, pattern, a pattern, model, a model

Notes: This word refers to a copy, a pattern, or an example that is set forth for others to follow or imitate. It can be used to describe a standard or a model of behavior. In this form, it is a singular neuter noun or adjective.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΤΥΠΟΣ, ΥΠΟΔΕΙΓΜΑ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ὑπό (hypó, “under”) + γράμμα (grámma, “writing, letter”). It literally means 'under-writing' or 'a copy set underneath', referring to a model or pattern to be copied.

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Part of Speech: Reflexive Pronoun

Sounds like: eh-ah-TOO

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

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

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

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

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Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective

Sounds like: TOO-toh

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑΥΤΟΣ, ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ

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

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