1 Thessalonians Chapter 1, Interlinear version from Tischendorf's Greek New Testament (Beta)

1 Thessalonians, Chapter 1

Interlinear version from Tischendorf's Greek New Testament (Beta)

1:1
1:2
1:3
1:4
1:5
1:6
1:7
1:8
1:9
1:10

1:1

ΠΑΥΛΟΣ
- PAULOS
- Paul
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ΣΙΛΟΥΑΝΟΣ
- SILOUANOS
- Silvanus
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ΤΙΜΟΘΕΟΣ
- TIMOTHEOS
- Timothy
ΤΗ
- TĒ
- to-the
ἘΚΚΛΗΣΙΑ
- EKKLĒSIA
- congregation
ΘΕΣΣΑΛΟΝΙΚΕΩΝ
- THESSALONIKEŌN
- of-Thessalonians
ἘΝ
- EN
- in
ΘΕΩ
- THEŌ
- God
ΠΑΤΡΙ
- PATRI
- Father
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ΚΥΡΙΩ
- KYRIŌ
- Lord
ἸΗΣΟΥ
- IĒSOU
- Jesus
ΧΡΙΣΤΩ
- CHRISTŌ
- Anointed-One
ΧΑΡΙΣ
- CHARIS
- grace
ΥΜΙΝ
- YMIN
- to-you
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ΕἸΡΗΝΗ
- EIRĒNĒ
- peace

1:2

ΕΥ̓ΧΑΡΙΣΤΟΥΜΕΝ
- EUCHARISTOUMEN
- we-give-thanks
ΤΩ
- TŌ
- to-the
ΘΕΩ
- THEŌ
- God
ΠΑΝΤΟΤΕ
- PANTOTE
- always
ΠΕΡΙ
- PERI
- concerning
ΠΑΝΤΩΝ
- PANTŌN
- all
ΥΜΩΝ
- YMŌN
- of-you
ΜΝΕΙΑΝ
- MNEIAN
- mention
ΠΟΙΟΥΜΕΝΟΙ
- POIOUMENOI
- making
ἘΠΙ
- EPI
- in
ΤΩΝ
- TŌN
- the
ΠΡΟΣΕΥΧΩΝ
- PROSEUCHŌN
- prayers
ΗΜΩΝ
- ĒMŌN
- of-us

1:3

ἈΔΙΑΛΕΙΠΤΩΣ
- ADIALEIPTŌS
- unceasingly
ΜΝΗΜΟΝΕΥΟΝΤΕΣ
- MNĒMONEUONTES
- remembering
ΥΜΩΝ
- YMŌN
- of-you
ΤΟΥ
- TOU
- of-the
ἘΡΓΟΥ
- ERGOU
- work
ΤΗΣ
- TĒS
- of-the
ΠΙΣΤΕΩΣ
- PISTEŌS
- faith
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ΤΟΥ
- TOU
- of-the
ΚΟΠΟΥ
- KOPOU
- labor
ΤΗΣ
- TĒS
- of-the
ἈΓΑΠΗΣ
- AGAPĒS
- love
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ΤΗΣ
- TĒS
- of-the
ΥΠΟΜΟΝΗΣ
- YPOMONĒS
- endurance
ΤΗΣ
- TĒS
- of-the
ἘΛΠΙΔΟΣ
- ELPIDOS
- hope
ΤΟΥ
- TOU
- of-the
ΚΥΡΙΟΥ
- KYRIOU
- Lord
ΗΜΩΝ
- ĒMŌN
- of-us
ἸΗΣΟΥ
- IĒSOU
- Jesus
ΧΡΙΣΤΟΥ
- CHRISTOU
- Anointed-One
ἘΜΠΡΟΣΘΕΝ
- EMPROSTHEN
- before
ΤΟΥ
- TOU
- of-the
ΘΕΟΥ
- THEOU
- God
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ΠΑΤΡΟΣ
- PATROS
- Father
ΗΜΩΝ
- ĒMŌN
- of-us

1:4

ΕἸΔΟΤΕΣ
- EIDOTES
- knowing
ἈΔΕΛΦΟΙ
- ADELPHOI
- brothers
ἨΓΑΠΗΜΕΝΟΙ
- ĒGAPĒMENOI
- beloved
ΥΠΟ
- YPO
- by
ΤΟΥ
- TOU
- of-the
ΘΕΟΥ
- THEOU
- God
ΤΗΝ
- TĒN
- the
ἘΚΛΟΓΗΝ
- EKLOGĒN
- election
ΥΜΩΝ
- YMŌN
- of-you

1:5

ΟΤΙ
- OTI
- because
ΤΟ
- TO
- the
ΕΥ̓ΑΓΓΕΛΙΟΝ
- EUAGGELION
- good-news
ΗΜΩΝ
- ĒMŌN
- of-us
ΟΥ̓Κ
- OUK
- not
ἘΓΕΝΗΘΗ
- EGENĒTHĒ
- came
ΕἸΣ
- EIS
- to
ΥΜΑΣ
- YMAS
- you
ἘΝ
- EN
- in
ΛΟΓΩ
- LOGŌ
- word
ΜΟΝΟΝ
- MONON
- only
ἈΛΛΑ
- ALLA
- but
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- also
ἘΝ
- EN
- in
ΔΥΝΑΜΕΙ
- DYNAMEI
- power
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ἘΝ
- EN
- in
ΠΝΕΥΜΑΤΙ
- PNEUMATI
- breath
ΑΓΙΩ
- AGIŌ
- holy
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ΠΛΗΡΟΦΟΡΙΑ
- PLĒROPHORIA
- full-conviction
ΠΟΛΛΗ
- POLLĒ
- much
ΚΑΘΩΣ
- KATHŌS
- just-as
ΟἸΔΑΤΕ
- OIDATE
- you-know
ΟΙΟΙ
- OIOI
- what-kind
ἘΓΕΝΗΘΗΜΕΝ
- EGENĒTHĒMEN
- we-became
ἘΝ
- EN
- among
ΥΜΙΝ
- YMIN
- you
ΔΙ
- DI
- because-of
ΥΜΑΣ
- YMAS
- you

1:6

ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ΥΜΕΙΣ
- YMEIS
- you
ΜΙΜΗΤΑΙ
- MIMĒTAI
- imitators
ΗΜΩΝ
- ĒMŌN
- of-us
ἘΓΕΝΗΘΗΤΕ
- EGENĒTHĒTE
- you-became
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ΤΟΥ
- TOU
- of-the
ΚΥΡΙΟΥ
- KYRIOU
- Lord
ΔΕΞΑΜΕΝΟΙ
- DEXAMENOI
- having-received
ΤΟΝ
- TON
- the
ΛΟΓΟΝ
- LOGON
- word
ἘΝ
- EN
- in
ΘΛΙΨΕΙ
- THLIPSEI
- affliction
ΠΟΛΛΗ
- POLLĒ
- much
ΜΕΤΑ
- META
- with
ΧΑΡΑΣ
- CHARAS
- joy
ΠΝΕΥΜΑΤΟΣ
- PNEUMATOS
- of-breath
ΑΓΙΟΥ
- AGIOU
- holy

1:7

ΩΣΤΕ
- ŌSTE
- so-that
ΓΕΝΕΣΘΑΙ
- GENESTHAI
- to-become
ΥΜΑΣ
- YMAS
- you
ΤΥΠΟΝ
- TYPON
- [a] pattern
ΠΑΣΙΝ
- PASIN
- to-all
ΤΟΙΣ
- TOIS
- to-the
ΠΙΣΤΕΥΟΥΣΙΝ
- PISTEUOUSIN
- believing-ones
ἘΝ
- EN
- in
ΤΗ
- TĒ
- the
ΜΑΚΕΔΟΝΙΑ
- MAKEDONIA
- Macedonia
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ἘΝ
- EN
- in
ΤΗ
- TĒ
- the
ἈΧΑΙΑ
- ACHAIA
- Achaia

1:8

ἈΦ
- APH
- from
ΥΜΩΝ
- YMŌN
- you
ΓΑΡ
- GAR
- for
ἘΞΗΧΗΤΑΙ
- EXĒCHĒTAI
- has-sounded-out
Ο
- O
- the
ΛΟΓΟΣ
- LOGOS
- word
ΤΟΥ
- TOU
- of-the
ΚΥΡΙΟΥ
- KYRIOU
- Lord
ΟΥ̓
- OU
- not
ΜΟΝΟΝ
- MONON
- only
ἘΝ
- EN
- in
ΤΗ
- TĒ
- the
ΜΑΚΕΔΟΝΙΑ
- MAKEDONIA
- Macedonia
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ἘΝ
- EN
- in
ΤΗ
- TĒ
- the
ἈΧΑΙΑ
- ACHAIA
- Achaia
ἈΛΛ
- ALL
- but
ἘΝ
- EN
- in
ΠΑΝΤΙ
- PANTI
- every
ΤΟΠΩ
- TOPŌ
- place
Η
- Ē
- the
ΠΙΣΤΙΣ
- PISTIS
- faith
ΥΜΩΝ
- YMŌN
- of-you
Η
- Ē
- the
ΠΡΟΣ
- PROS
- toward
ΤΟΝ
- TON
- the
ΘΕΟΝ
- THEON
- God
ἘΞΕΛΗΛΥΘΕΝ
- EXELĒLYTHEN
- has-gone-out
ΩΣΤΕ
- ŌSTE
- so-that
ΜΗ
- MĒ
- not
ΧΡΕΙΑΝ
- CHREIAN
- need
ἘΧΕΙΝ
- ECHEIN
- to-have
ΗΜΑΣ
- ĒMAS
- us
ΛΑΛΕΙΝ
- LALEIN
- to-speak
ΤΙ
- TI
- anything

1:9

ΑΥ̓ΤΟΙ
- AUTOI
- they
ΓΑΡ
- GAR
- for
ΠΕΡΙ
- PERI
- concerning
ΗΜΩΝ
- ĒMŌN
- us
ἈΠΑΓΓΕΛΛΟΥΣΙΝ
- APAGGELLOUSIN
- they-report
ΟΠΟΙΑΝ
- OPOIAN
- what-kind-of
ΕἸΣΟΔΟΝ
- EISODON
- entrance
ἘΣΧΟΜΕΝ
- ESCHOMEN
- we-had
ΠΡΟΣ
- PROS
- to
ΥΜΑΣ
- YMAS
- you
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ΠΩΣ
- PŌS
- how
ἘΠΕΣΤΡΕΨΑΤΕ
- EPESTREPSATE
- you-turned
ΠΡΟΣ
- PROS
- to
ΤΟΝ
- TON
- the
ΘΕΟΝ
- THEON
- God
ἈΠΟ
- APO
- from
ΤΩΝ
- TŌN
- the
ΕἸΔΩΛΩΝ
- EIDŌLŌN
- idols
ΔΟΥΛΕΥΕΙΝ
- DOULEUEIN
- to-serve
ΘΕΩ
- THEŌ
- to-God
ΖΩΝΤΙ
- ZŌNTI
- living
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ἈΛΗΘΙΝΩ
- ALĒTHINŌ
- true

1:10

ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ἈΝΑΜΕΝΕΙΝ
- ANAMENEIN
- to-wait-for
ΤΟΝ
- TON
- the
ΥΙΟΝ
- UION
- son
ΑΥ̓ΤΟΥ
- AUTOU
- of-him
ἘΚ
- EK
- out-of
ΤΩΝ
- TŌN
- the
ΟΥ̓ΡΑΝΩΝ
- OURANŌN
- heavens
ΟΝ
- ON
- whom
ἨΓΕΙΡΕΝ
- ĒGEIREN
- he-raised
ἘΚ
- EK
- out-of
ΤΩΝ
- TŌN
- the
ΝΕΚΡΩΝ
- NEKRŌN
- dead
ἸΗΣΟΥΝ
- IĒSOUN
- Jesus
ΤΟΝ
- TON
- the-one
ΡΥΟΜΕΝΟΝ
- RHYOMENON
- rescuing
ΗΜΑΣ
- ĒMAS
- us
ἘΚ
- EK
- out-of
ΤΗΣ
- TĒS
- the
ὈΡΓΗΣ
- ORGĒS
- wrath
ΤΗΣ
- TĒS
- the-one
ἘΡΧΟΜΕΝΗΣ
- ERCHOMENĒS
- coming

G2532

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Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: kahee

Translations: and, also, even, but, then

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

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

G3588

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Part of Speech: Definite Article, Pronoun

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.

G1577

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ek-klee-SEE-ah

Translations: assembly, an assembly, church, a church, congregation, a congregation, (to) assembly, (to) church, (to) congregation

Notes: This word refers to a gathering or assembly of people, often called together for a specific purpose. In ancient Greek contexts, it could refer to a political assembly of citizens. In the New Testament, it primarily refers to the Christian church, either a local congregation or the universal body of believers. It can be used to describe both the physical gathering of people and the spiritual entity.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Accusative or Dative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΑΓΩΓΗ, ΟΜΙΛΙΑ, ΠΛΗΘΟΣ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the Greek preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the verb καλέω (kaleō), meaning 'to call'. Thus, it literally means 'a calling out' or 'those called out'.

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.

G2962

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KOO-ree-OH

Translations: to the Lord, for the Lord, to the master, for the master, to an owner, for an owner

Notes: This word is the dative singular form of the noun ΚΥΡΙΟΣ, meaning 'Lord,' 'master,' or 'owner.' In the dative case, it typically indicates the indirect object of an action, the recipient, or the beneficiary. It is commonly used in religious contexts to refer to God or Jesus Christ, but can also refer to a human master or owner. For example, it might be used in phrases like 'to give thanks to the Lord' or 'to serve the master.'

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΔΕΣΠΟΤΗΣ

G5485

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KHA-rees

Translations: grace, a grace, favor, a favor, kindness, a kindness, thanks, gratitude, charm, a charm, delight, a delight

Notes: This word is a feminine noun that generally refers to grace, favor, or kindness. It can also mean thanks or gratitude, especially in expressions like 'to give thanks'. In some contexts, it can refer to charm or delight. It is often used to describe divine favor or unmerited divine assistance given to humans.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΕΥΧΑΡΙΣΤΙΑ, ΕΛΕΟΣ, ΔΩΡΟΝ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *ǵʰer- ('to desire, to like'). In ancient Greek, it developed to mean 'that which delights' or 'favor'.

G1515

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: i-RAY-nay

Translations: peace, a peace

Notes: This word refers to a state of tranquility, harmony, and well-being. It can denote an absence of conflict, a sense of inner calm, or a state of reconciliation. It is often used in contexts of spiritual peace or a peaceful relationship between individuals or nations.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΓΑΛΗΝΗ, ΗΣΥΧΙΑ

Etymology: From a primary verb εἴρω (eirō), meaning 'to join'. The word originally conveyed the idea of binding together or joining, leading to the concept of unity and harmony, and thus peace.

G2168

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: yoo-khah-ris-TOO-men

Translations: we thank, we give thanks

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to give thanks' or 'to be thankful'. It is often used to express gratitude towards someone, typically followed by a dative case object indicating the recipient of the thanks. For example, 'we thank you' or 'we give thanks to God'.

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

Synonyms: ΕΥ̓ΛΟΓΕΩ, ΔΟΞΑΖΩ

Etymology: The word Εὐχαριστέω (eucharisteō) is a compound word derived from εὖ (eu), meaning 'well' or 'good', and χαρίζομαι (charizomai), meaning 'to show favor' or 'to give freely'. Thus, it literally means 'to show good favor' or 'to do a good grace', which evolved into 'to be thankful' or 'to give thanks'.

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'.

G4160

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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: poy-oo-MEH-noy

Translations: making, doing, performing, producing, creating, causing, practicing, carrying out

Notes: This word is a present middle/passive participle of the verb 'ποιέω' (poieō), meaning 'to make' or 'to do'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action being performed by or to the subject. It can convey the sense of 'those who are making/doing' (middle voice) or 'those who are being made/done' (passive voice), depending on the context. It is often used to describe actions or activities being carried out.

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΑΤΤΟΝΤΕΣ, ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΕΝΟΙ

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'.

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

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.

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.

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-GAH-pays

Translations: of love, of charity, of affection, of goodwill

Notes: This word refers to a deep, unconditional love, often described as 'charity' in older translations. It is a noun in the genitive case, indicating possession or relationship, so it often translates as 'of love' or 'belonging to love'. It is used to describe divine love, brotherly love, or the love between people.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΦΙΛΙΑ, ΕΡΩΣ, ΣΤΟΡΓΗ

Etymology: The word ἀγάπη (agapē) is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek. It was used in the Septuagint and the New Testament to translate the Hebrew word 'ahavah' (love), and it came to signify a distinct type of selfless, divine love, differentiating it from other Greek words for love like 'eros' (passionate love) or 'philia' (friendship love).

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'.

G1680

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: el-PEE-dos

Translations: of hope, of a hope

Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of the noun 'hope'. It refers to an expectation, a confident anticipation, or a trust in something. As a genitive case, it often indicates possession, origin, or the object of an action, hence 'of hope' or 'belonging to hope'. It is commonly used to express the concept of having or lacking hope.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΙΣΤΙΣ, ΠΕΠΟΙΘΗΣΙΣ

Etymology: The word 'Ἐλπίς' (elpis) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to hope, to expect'. It is related to the verb 'ἐλπίζω' (elpizō), meaning 'to hope' or 'to expect'.

G2962

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KOO-ree-OO

Translations: of Lord, of the Lord, of God, of the Master

Notes: This word refers to a lord, master, or owner. In religious contexts, particularly in the Septuagint and New Testament, it is frequently used to refer to God or Jesus Christ, often as a title of reverence and authority. It can be used in sentences like 'the house of the Lord' or 'the word of the Lord'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΘΕΟΣ, ΔΕΣΠΟΤΗΣ

Etymology: The word ΚΥΡΙΟΣ (kyrios) derives from the root κῦρος (kyros), meaning 'power, authority'. It originally referred to someone who possessed authority or control, such as a master or owner, and later evolved to be used as a title for deities or rulers.

G5547

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: khri-STOO

Translations: of Christ, of the Anointed One, of the Messiah

Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of 'ΧΡΙΣΤΟΣ' (Christos), meaning 'Anointed One' or 'Messiah'. It refers to the one chosen and consecrated by God, particularly Jesus. As a genitive case, 'ΧΡΙΣΤΟΥ' indicates possession, origin, or relationship, often translated as 'of Christ' or 'belonging to Christ'. It can be used to describe something that pertains to Christ or is from Christ.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΜΕΣΣΙΑΣ, ΕΚΛΕΚΤΟΣ

G1715

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Part of Speech: Adverb, Preposition

Sounds like: em-PROS-then

Translations: before, in front, in front of, in the presence of, ahead, formerly, previously

Notes: This word functions as both an adverb and a preposition. As an adverb, it means 'before' or 'in front,' indicating a position or time. As a preposition, it means 'in front of' or 'in the presence of,' typically taking the genitive case. It can also refer to something that happened 'formerly' or 'previously.'

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΡΟ, ΕΝΑΝΤΙΟΝ, ΚΑΤΕΝΑΝΤΙ

Etymology: From the preposition ἐν (en, 'in') and the adverbial form of πρός (pros, 'to, toward'). It literally means 'in front of' or 'in the direction of'.

G1492

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Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ee-DOH-tes

Translations: knowing, having known, being aware, understanding

Notes: This word is a perfect active participle derived from the verb 'oida', meaning 'to know' or 'to be aware'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing someone who is in a state of knowing or having known something. It can be used to indicate the reason for an action or the state of a subject.

Inflection: Perfect Active Participle, Nominative or Accusative, Masculine or Feminine, Plural

Synonyms: ΓΙΝΩΣΚΟΝΤΕΣ, ΣΥΝΙΕΝΤΕΣ

Etymology: The verb 'oida' (from which 'eidotes' is derived) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *weid-, meaning 'to see' or 'to know'. In Greek, it evolved to signify knowledge gained through observation or experience.

G0025

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Part of Speech: Participle, Adjective

Sounds like: ee-gah-pee-MEH-noy

Translations: beloved, loved, dear ones, the beloved ones

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle derived from the verb 'agapaō' (to love). It describes someone or something that has been loved and continues to be in a state of being loved. It is often used as an adjective to describe someone as 'beloved' or 'dear', and can also function as a substantive (like a noun) meaning 'the beloved ones' or 'those who are loved'.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΦΙΛΟΥΜΕΝΟΙ, ΑΓΑΠΗΤΟΙ

G5259

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Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: hoo-POH

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

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

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

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

G3588

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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.

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.

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.

G2098

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: yoo-ang-GEL-ee-on

Translations: gospel, good news, a gospel, the good news

Notes: This word refers to a message of good news or glad tidings. In a religious context, particularly in Christianity, it specifically refers to the good news of salvation through Jesus Christ. It is a compound word formed from the prefix ΕΥ̓- (eu-), meaning 'good' or 'well', and ἈΓΓΕΛΙΟΝ (angelion), meaning 'message' or 'announcement'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΚΗΡΥΓΜΑ, ΛΟΓΟΣ, ΜΗΝΥΜΑ

Etymology: The word ΕΥ̓ΑΓΓΕΛΙΟΝ is derived from the Greek prefix ΕΥ̓- (eu-), meaning 'good' or 'well', and the noun ἈΓΓΕΛΙΟΝ (angelion), meaning 'message' or 'announcement', which itself comes from ἈΓΓΕΛΛΩ (angello), 'to announce'. It originally referred to a reward for bringing good news, and later to the good news itself.

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.

G1096

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-geh-NEE-thay

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΣΥΜΒΑΙΝΩ, ΥΠΑΡΧΩ

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'.

G3056

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: LO-go

Translations: (to) word, (to) reason, (to) account, (to) saying, (to) message, (to) speech, (to) matter, (to) thing, by word, by reason, by account, by saying, by message, by speech, by matter, by thing

Notes: This word is the dative singular form of the noun 'ΛΟΓΟΣ' (logos). 'ΛΟΓΟΣ' is a fundamental term in Greek, meaning 'word,' 'reason,' 'account,' 'speech,' or 'message.' In its dative form 'ΛΟΓΩ,' it often indicates the indirect object of an action, the means or instrument by which something is done, or the cause or reason for something. It can be translated with prepositions like 'to,' 'for,' 'by,' or 'with,' depending on the context.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΡΗΜΑ, ΜΥΘΟΣ, ΕΠΟΣ

G3440

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Part of Speech: Adverb, Adjective

Sounds like: MO-non

Translations: only, alone, merely, a single, a solitary

Notes: This word can function as an adverb meaning 'only' or 'merely', indicating exclusivity or limitation. It can also be the neuter singular form of the adjective 'ΜΟΝΟΣ', meaning 'alone' or 'solitary', describing something as being by itself or unique. In its adverbial use, it often modifies verbs or clauses to emphasize that something is done exclusively or that a condition applies solely to one thing.

Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative (as adjective); Does not inflect (as adverb)

Synonyms: ΜΟΝΩΣ, ΜΟΝΟΓΕΝΗΣ

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'.

G4151

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PNEV-mah-tee

Translations: (to) spirit, (to) a spirit, (to) wind, (to) a wind, (to) breath, (to) a breath, (to) the Spirit, (to) Holy Spirit, (to) mind, (to) disposition

Notes: This word refers to spirit, wind, or breath. In a theological context, it often refers to the Holy Spirit. It can also denote a person's inner disposition or mind. As a dative case, it indicates the indirect object of an action, meaning 'to' or 'for' the spirit/wind/breath, or the instrument by which something is done, meaning 'by' or 'with' the spirit/wind/breath.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΨΥΧΗ, ΑΝΕΜΟΣ

G4136

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: play-roh-foh-REE-ah

Translations: full assurance, complete conviction, full conviction, certainty, full knowledge, a full assurance, a complete conviction

Notes: This word refers to a state of complete certainty, full conviction, or absolute assurance. It implies a firm and unwavering belief or understanding, often in a spiritual or intellectual context. It is a compound word derived from 'πλήρης' (full) and 'φέρω' (to bear or carry), literally meaning 'a full bearing' or 'a full carrying,' which conveys the idea of being fully brought to a conclusion or fully convinced.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΒΕΒΑΙΟΤΗΣ, ΠΕΠΟΙΘΗΣΙΣ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the adjective 'πλήρης' (plērēs), meaning 'full' or 'complete,' and the verb 'φέρω' (pherō), meaning 'to bear,' 'carry,' or 'bring.' The combination suggests being 'fully brought' or 'fully carried,' leading to the sense of full conviction or assurance.

G2531

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Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction

Sounds like: KAH-thohss

Translations: just as, even as, according as, as, exactly as, in proportion as, like, according to, inasmuch as

Notes: This is a compound word formed from the preposition κατά (kata, meaning 'down' or 'according to') and the adverb ὡς (hōs, meaning 'as' or 'how'). It functions as an adverb or conjunction, primarily used to introduce a comparison, indicating that something is done or happens in the same way as something else. It can also express correspondence or proportion, meaning 'inasmuch as' or 'to the extent that'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΩΣ, ΚΑΘΑ

Etymology: From the Greek preposition κατά (kata, 'down, according to') and the adverb ὡς (hōs, 'as, how').

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'.

G1209

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: deh-KSAH-meh-noy

Translations: receiving, having received, accepting, having accepted, welcoming, having welcomed

Notes: This word is an aorist middle participle from the verb 'dechomai', meaning 'to receive' or 'to accept'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has already occurred. It often implies a willing or active reception of something or someone. For example, it could be used in a sentence like 'the men, having received the gifts, departed'.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle Voice, Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Plural

Synonyms: ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΠΡΟΣΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΥΠΟΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ

G2347

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: thlip-SEI

Translations: (to) tribulation, (to) affliction, (to) distress, (to) trouble, in tribulation, in affliction, in distress, in trouble

Notes: This word refers to tribulation, affliction, distress, or trouble. It describes a state of pressure, suffering, or hardship. It is often used to denote severe difficulties or persecution. In a sentence, it would typically indicate the circumstances or state in which an action occurs, or the recipient of an action (in a figurative sense).

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΤΕΝΟΧΩΡΙΑ, ΠΑΘΗΜΑ, ΘΛΙΨΙΣ

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'.

G5620

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Part of Speech: Conjunction

Sounds like: HOH-steh

Translations: so that, in order that, consequently, therefore, with the result that

Notes: This word is a conjunction used to introduce a clause of result or purpose. It indicates that what follows is a consequence or the intended outcome of what was previously stated. It can also introduce an infinitive clause to express result.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΩΣ, ΔΙΟ

Etymology: From the adverb ὡς (hōs), meaning 'as' or 'how', combined with the particle τε (te), meaning 'and' or 'also'. It developed to express result or consequence.

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

G5179

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: TOO-pon

Translations: type, a type, pattern, a pattern, example, an example, form, a form, figure, a figure, model, a model, impression, an impression, mark, a mark

Notes: This word refers to a pattern, model, or example that serves as a standard or guide. It can also denote an impression or mark left by a blow or pressure. In a broader sense, it can refer to a prefiguring or foreshadowing of something to come, especially in a theological context.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΥΠΟΔΕΙΓΜΑ, ΕΙΚΩΝ, ΜΟΡΦΗ

G4100

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pis-TEH-oo-sin

Translations: they believe, they are believing, they trust, they are trusting, they have faith, they are having faith

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to believe', 'to trust', or 'to have faith'. It describes the action of placing one's confidence or reliance in someone or something. It is often used in the context of religious faith, indicating belief in God or a divine message, but can also refer to trusting in a person or an object. It is the third person plural present active indicative form of the verb.

Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, Third Person, Plural

Synonyms: ΠΕΠΟΙΘΑ, ΕΛΠΙΖΩ, ΠΕΙΘΟΜΑΙ

G3110

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Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: mah-keh-do-NEE-ah

Translations: Macedonia

Notes: Macedonia refers to a historical region and kingdom located on the Balkan Peninsula in southeastern Europe. It was the homeland of Alexander the Great and played a significant role in ancient history, particularly during the Hellenistic period. In the New Testament, it is mentioned as a region visited by Paul during his missionary journeys.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Vocative, Feminine

Etymology: The name 'Macedonia' is of ancient Greek origin, likely derived from the word 'μακεδνός' (makednós), meaning 'tall' or 'highlander', possibly referring to the inhabitants or the mountainous nature of the region.

G0882

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Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ah-KHAH-yah

Translations: Achaia, Achaea

Notes: Achaia refers to a Roman province in Greece, encompassing the Peloponnese and parts of central Greece. It was a significant administrative and cultural region during the Roman Empire, often mentioned in historical and New Testament texts. It is used to denote the geographical area or its inhabitants.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Etymology: The name 'Achaia' originates from the Achaeans, one of the principal ancient Greek tribes. It was later adopted by the Romans to designate their province in southern Greece.

G0575

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Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: AF

Translations: from, away from, by, of

Notes: This word is an elided form of the preposition ΑΠΟ (APO), which means 'from' or 'away from'. The final vowel of ΑΠΟ is dropped (elided) when it precedes a word that begins with a vowel and a rough breathing mark (indicated by the apostrophe-like symbol over the vowel). It indicates separation, origin, or cause, often translated as 'from' or 'away from'. It can also denote the agent 'by' or the source 'of'.

Inflection: Does not inflect (preposition)

Synonyms: ΕΚ, ΠΑΡΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *apo- 'off, away'. It is cognate with Latin ab, English off, and German ab.

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.

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'.

G3056

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: LOH-goss

Translations: word, a word, reason, a reason, account, an account, speech, a speech, message, a message, report, a report, thing, a thing, matter, a matter, saying, a saying, discourse, a discourse

Notes: The word 'logos' is a fundamental term in Koine Greek with a wide range of meanings. It can refer to a spoken or written word, a statement, a message, or a command. Beyond simple communication, it also encompasses concepts like reason, logic, an account, a narrative, or even a divine utterance or principle. Its specific meaning often depends on the context in which it is used.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΡΗΜΑ, ΕΠΟΣ

Etymology: From the verb λέγω (legō), meaning 'to say, speak'. It refers to something said or thought, and its meaning evolved to encompass both speech and the underlying reason or thought.

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.

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.

G4102

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PIS-tis

Translations: faith, belief, trust, a faith, a belief, a trust, faithfulness, conviction

Notes: This word refers to faith, belief, or trust, particularly in a religious or moral sense. It signifies a firm conviction or persuasion concerning the truth of something, often implying a corresponding reliance upon it. It can also refer to faithfulness or trustworthiness. It is commonly used in contexts of believing in God or Christ, or demonstrating loyalty and fidelity.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΕΠΟΙΘΗΣΙΣ, ΕΛΠΙΣ, ΑΛΗΘΕΙΑ

Etymology: From the verb πείθω (peithō), meaning 'to persuade, to trust'. It refers to the state of being persuaded or convinced, leading to trust or belief.

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.

G1831

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ex-eh-LEE-loo-then

Translations: has gone out, went out, has come out, came out

Notes: This word is the third person singular perfect active indicative form of the verb 'exerchomai', meaning 'to go out' or 'to come out'. The perfect tense indicates an action that was completed in the past but has ongoing results or a continuing state in the present. It describes someone or something having departed from a place or having emerged from a situation.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΕΚΒΑΙΝΩ, ΕΚΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word ἐξέρχομαι (exerchomai) is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the verb ἔρχομαι (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go'.

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.

G2980

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: lah-LEH-in

Translations: to speak, to talk, to say

Notes: This is the present active infinitive form of the verb 'λαλέω'. It means 'to speak' or 'to talk'. It is used to express the action of speaking in a general sense, often without specifying the content of the speech, or to indicate the ability to speak. It can be used in various contexts, such as speaking a language, speaking to someone, or simply making sounds.

Inflection: Infinitive, Present, Active

Synonyms: ΛΕΓΩ, ΦΩΝΕΩ, ΕΡΩ

Etymology: From an onomatopoeic root, imitating the sound of babbling or chattering. It is related to the English word 'lullaby' and similar words in other languages that describe vocal sounds.

G5101

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Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: TEE

Translations: what, why, what kind of, how much, something, anything, a certain thing

Notes: This word is the neuter singular form of the interrogative/indefinite pronoun 'τίς'. It can be used to ask 'what?' or 'why?', or to refer to 'something' or 'anything' in an indefinite sense. When used as an adjective, it means 'what kind of' or 'how much'.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Etymology: The word 'ΤΙ' originates from Proto-Indo-European, serving as the neuter singular form of the interrogative/indefinite pronoun.

G1529

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ICE-oh-don

Translations: entrance, an entrance, entry, way in, access

Notes: This word refers to the act of entering or a place through which one enters. It is a compound word formed from the preposition εἰς (eis), meaning 'into' or 'to', and the noun ὁδός (hodos), meaning 'way' or 'road'. It is used to describe a physical point of entry or a means of access.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΕἸΣΟΔΕΥΣΙΣ, ἘΠΙΒΑΣΙΣ

Etymology: The word ΕἸΣΟΔΟΣ is derived from the preposition εἰς (eis), meaning 'into' or 'to', and the noun ὁδός (hodos), meaning 'way' or 'road'. It literally means 'a way into'.

G2192

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: es-KHO-men

Translations: we had, we held, we possessed, we obtained

Notes: This word is the first person plural aorist active indicative form of the verb ἔχω (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. It indicates a past action that was completed, specifically 'we had' or 'we held'. It is used to express possession, a state of being, or the act of holding something.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Indicative, 1st Person Plural

Synonyms: ΚΕΚΤΗΜΕΘΑ, ΛΑΒΟΜΕΝ, ἘΛΑΒΟΜΕΝ

Etymology: The word ἔχω (echō) comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is related to words meaning 'to hold' or 'to get'.

G1994

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-pes-TREP-sah-teh

Translations: you returned, you turned back, you converted, you reverted

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to turn back,' 'to return,' or 'to convert.' It implies a change of direction, either literally (turning around) or figuratively (turning from one way of life or belief to another). In a religious context, it often refers to repentance or conversion to God. It is used here in the aorist active indicative, referring to a completed action in the past.

Inflection: Second Person, Plural, Aorist, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΣΤΡΕΦΩ, ἘΠΙΣΤΡΕΦΩ, ἈΠΟΣΤΡΕΦΩ

G1398

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: doo-LEH-oo-een

Translations: to serve, to be a slave, to obey, to be subject

Notes: This word means to serve, especially in the sense of being a slave or bondservant. It implies a state of subjection or obedience to a master or a cause. It can be used to describe serving God, serving a person, or even being enslaved to sin or a principle. It is often used in the context of a master-slave relationship, but can also refer to general service or devotion.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΥΠΗΡΕΤΕΩ, ΛΑΤΡΕΥΩ, ΔΙΑΚΟΝΕΩ

G2198

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Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ZOHN-tee

Translations: (to) living, (to) alive, (to) existing

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'to live'. It describes someone or something that is currently living or alive. In this dative case, it indicates the recipient or indirect object of an action, often translated with 'to' or 'for' before the participle, or simply as 'living' when modifying a dative noun. It can refer to God as 'the living God' or to people who are alive.

Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Dative, Singular (Masculine or Neuter) or Plural (Masculine, Feminine, or Neuter)

Synonyms: ΒΙΟΥΝΤΙ, ΥΠΑΡΧΟΝΤΙ

G0228

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Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: ah-lay-thee-NOHS

Translations: truly, genuinely, really, indeed, certainly

Notes: This word is an adverb derived from the adjective 'alēthinos' (true, genuine). It describes an action or state as being true, real, or genuine. It is used to emphasize the truthfulness or reality of something, often modifying verbs or other adjectives.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ἈΛΗΘΩΣ, ΟΝΤΩΣ, ΓΝΗΣΙΩΣ

Etymology: The word 'alēthinos' (from which 'alēthinōs' is derived) comes from the Greek word 'alēthēs', meaning 'true', which is a compound of 'a-' (negative prefix, like 'un-') and 'lēthō' (to escape notice, to be hidden). Thus, 'alēthēs' literally means 'unhidden' or 'not concealed', implying truth as that which is revealed.

G0332

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-nah-MEH-neen

Translations: to wait for, to await, to expect

Notes: This word is the present active infinitive form of the verb ἀναμένω. It means to wait for someone or something, often with an attitude of patience or expectation. It is used to describe the act of anticipating an event or the arrival of a person.

Inflection: Infinitive, Present, Active

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΔΟΚΑΩ, ΠΡΟΣΜΕΝΩ, ΠΕΡΙΜΕΝΩ

Etymology: The word ἀναμένω is a compound verb formed from ἀνά (ana), meaning 'up' or 'again', and μένω (menō), meaning 'to remain' or 'to abide'. The combination suggests waiting with a sense of expectation or persistence.

G1453

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ee-GAY-ren

Translations: he raised, she raised, it raised, he lifted, she lifted, it lifted, he woke, she woke, it woke, he stirred up, she stirred up, it stirred up

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to raise,' 'to lift up,' 'to awaken,' or 'to stir up.' It is used to describe an action performed by a single subject in the past, such as raising a person from sleep or death, lifting an object, or causing something to begin or intensify.

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Aorist Indicative Active

Synonyms: ΑΝΙΣΤΗΜΙ, ΕΞΕΓΕΙΡΩ, ΥΨΟΩ

Etymology: The word ΕΓΕΙΡΩ comes from an ancient root meaning 'to rouse' or 'to awaken.' It is related to the idea of causing something to rise or stand up.

G3498

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Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective

Sounds like: NEK-ron

Translations: of the dead, of dead ones

Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of 'ΝΕΚΡΟΣ', meaning 'dead' or 'a dead person'. It is used to indicate possession or relationship, often translated as 'of the dead' or 'belonging to the dead'. It can refer to deceased individuals collectively or to the state of being dead.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΤΕΘΝΕΩΤΩΝ, ΑΠΟΘΑΝΟΝΤΩΝ

Etymology: From an ancient root meaning 'to lie down' or 'to be still', related to the idea of a corpse or something lifeless.

G2424

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Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ee-ay-SOON

Translations: Jesus, Joshua

Notes: This is a proper name, the Greek form of the Hebrew name 'Joshua'. It refers primarily to Jesus Christ, the central figure of Christianity. It can also refer to other individuals named Joshua in the Old Testament or other historical figures. In a sentence, it functions as the direct object of a verb or the object of a preposition.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine

Etymology: The Greek name ἸΗΣΟΥΣ (Iēsous) is a transliteration of the Hebrew name יְהוֹשֻׁעַ (Yehoshua), meaning 'Yahweh is salvation' or 'Yahweh saves'.

G4506

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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: roo-OH-meh-non

Translations: delivering, rescuing, saving, the one delivering, a deliverer

Notes: This word is a present middle/passive participle of the verb 'ῥύομαι' (rhyomai), meaning 'to deliver' or 'to rescue'. As a participle, it describes an ongoing action of delivering or rescuing. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun, or substantivally, acting as a noun itself (e.g., 'the one who delivers'). It is often used in contexts of divine deliverance from danger, evil, or judgment.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine or Neuter, Present, Middle or Passive, Participle

Synonyms: ΣΩΖΩ, ΛΥΤΡΟΩ, ΕΞΑΙΡΕΩ

Etymology: The verb ῥύομαι (rhyomai) comes from an ancient root meaning 'to draw' or 'to drag', evolving to mean 'to draw to oneself for protection' and thus 'to rescue' or 'to deliver'.

G2064

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Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: er-KHO-me-nays

Translations: coming, a coming, of coming, of the coming, about to come, of the one coming

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'erchomai', meaning 'to come' or 'to go'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective, describing something that is in the process of coming or is about to come. It often refers to future events or persons.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ἩΚΩΝ, ΠΑΡΩΝ, ΜΕΛΛΩΝ

Etymology: The word 'erchomai' comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to move' or 'to go'. It is a very common verb in Koine Greek.

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