2001 Translation

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.

G1096

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-GEH-neh-toh

Translations: it happened, it came to pass, it became, it was, it came into being

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist indicative middle/passive of the verb γίνομαι (ginomai). It signifies an event that occurred or a state that came into existence in the past. It is frequently used to introduce a new event or development in a narrative, often translated as 'it happened' or 'it came to pass'. It can also describe something becoming or being made into something else.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Middle or Passive Voice, 3rd Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΕΙΜΙ, ΥΠΑΡΧΩ

G1722

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.

G2517

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: kath-EX-ees

Translations: in order, in a row, successively, one after another, subsequently, afterward

Notes: This adverb describes something that happens in a sequence, following a logical or chronological order. It indicates that events or items are arranged or occur one after another, without interruption or deviation from a proper sequence. It can refer to spatial arrangement or temporal succession.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΦΕΞΗΣ, ΕΞΗΣ, ΕΠΕΙΤΑ

Etymology: From κατά (kata, "down, according to") and ἑξῆς (hexēs, "next, in order"). It literally means "down in order" or "according to order."

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: ow-TOS

Translations: he, she, it, they, him, her, it, them, himself, herself, itself, themselves, same, very

Notes: ΑΥ̓ΤΟΣ is a versatile word in Koine Greek. As a third-person pronoun, it translates to 'he, she, it' or 'they' in the nominative case, and 'him, her, it' or 'them' in other cases. When used intensively, often in the nominative or immediately following the noun, it means 'himself, herself, itself, themselves' or 'even, very'. When used as an adjective with the definite article (e.g., 'ὁ αὐτὸς'), it means 'the same'. Its meaning depends on its grammatical function and position in the sentence.

Inflection: Singular or Plural, Nominative, Genitive, Dative, or Accusative, Masculine, Feminine, or Neuter

Synonyms: ΟΥ̓ΤΟΣ, ἘΚΕΙΝΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΑΥ̓ΤΟΣ is of uncertain origin, possibly from a pronominal stem *au- or *aw-.

G2596

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: KAH-tah

Translations: down, according to, against, throughout, by, during, concerning, along

Notes: ΚΑΤΑ is a versatile preposition in Koine Greek. Its meaning varies significantly depending on the case of the noun it governs. When used with the genitive case, it often indicates movement 'down from,' opposition 'against,' or reference 'concerning' something. When used with the accusative case, it typically means 'down along,' 'according to,' 'throughout,' 'during,' or 'by' means of something. It can express direction, distribution, opposition, or a standard.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΑΝΤΙ, ΔΙΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *kmtá, meaning 'down, with'. It is related to other prepositions and adverbs in various Indo-European languages.

G4172

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.

G2968

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KOH-main

Translations: village, a village

Notes: This word refers to a village or a small town, typically an unfortified settlement smaller than a city. It is used to denote a rural community or a collection of dwellings outside of a major urban center. In a sentence, it would often be used to indicate a destination or location, such as 'they went to the village' or 'he lived in a village'.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΟΛΙΣ, ΧΩΡΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'settlement' or 'unfortified dwelling'. It is related to Latin 'pagus' (country district, village) and English 'home'.

G2784

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: kay-ROOS-sone

Translations: proclaiming, preaching, announcing, a proclaimer, a preacher

Notes: This word is a present active participle of the verb 'to proclaim' or 'to preach'. It describes someone who is actively engaged in the act of proclaiming, announcing, or preaching. It can function as an adjective modifying a noun (e.g., 'the proclaiming one') or as a verb describing an ongoing action (e.g., 'while he was proclaiming').

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine, Present Active Participle

Synonyms: ΕΥΑΓΓΕΛΙΖΩ, ΔΙΔΑΣΚΩ, ΛΕΓΩ

G2097

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: yoo-ang-geh-lee-ZOH-meh-nos

Translations: preaching the gospel, bringing good news, evangelizing, proclaiming good tidings

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb meaning 'to evangelize' or 'to bring good news'. It describes someone who is in the act of proclaiming good news, often specifically referring to the Christian gospel. It can function adjectivally, describing a person, or verbally, indicating an ongoing action.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Masculine, Singular, Nominative

Synonyms: ΚΗΡΥΣΣΩ, ΔΙΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the Greek prefix ΕΥ̓- (eu-), meaning 'good' or 'well', and ἈΓΓΕΛΛΩ (angellō), meaning 'to announce' or 'to proclaim'. Thus, it literally means 'to announce good news'.

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.

G3588, G3778

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.

Part of Speech: Definite Article, Pronoun, Interjection

Sounds like: OY

Translations: the, who, they, oh

Notes: ΟΙ is primarily the masculine plural nominative form of the definite article, meaning 'the'. It is used to specify a group of masculine nouns that are the subject of a sentence. It can also function as a demonstrative pronoun, meaning 'these' or 'they', referring to a group of people or things previously mentioned. Less commonly, it can be an interjection, similar to 'oh' or 'alas'.

Inflection: Masculine, Plural, Nominative

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, related to demonstrative pronouns and articles in other Indo-European languages.

G4862

Part of Speech: Preposition, Prefix

Sounds like: soon

Translations: with, together with, along with

Notes: ΣΥΝ is a preposition that typically takes the dative case, meaning 'with' or 'together with', indicating association, accompaniment, or union. It is also very commonly used as a prefix in compound words, where it conveys the idea of 'togetherness', 'union', 'completion', or 'joint action'. For example, 'συντρίβω' (syntribo) means 'to break together' or 'to crush', and 'συνκαίω' (synkaio) means 'to burn together'.

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

Synonyms: ΜΕΤΑ, ΟΜΟΥ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *kom, meaning 'with' or 'beside'. It is cognate with Latin 'cum' and English 'co-' or 'con-'.

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

Part of Speech: Definite Article, Relative Pronoun, Interjection, Prefix, Numeral

Sounds like: AI

Translations: the, who, which, alas, oh, 11

Notes: The word 'ΑΙ' can function in several ways in Koine Greek. Most commonly, it is the feminine nominative plural form of the definite article, meaning 'the' (referring to multiple feminine nouns). It can also be the feminine nominative plural form of the relative pronoun, meaning 'who' or 'which'. Less frequently, it can be an interjection expressing sorrow or pain, similar to 'alas' or 'oh'. It can also appear as a prefix in compound words. Additionally, 'ΑΙ' can represent the number 11 when used as a numerical symbol (alpha-iota). It is also possible for 'ΑΙ' to be an elision or contraction of other words, such as 'ἀεί' (always) or 'ἄγε' (come on!), though this is less common in the New Testament.

Inflection: Feminine, Nominative, Plural (for article and pronoun); Does not inflect (for interjection, prefix, and numeral)

Etymology: The origin of 'ΑΙ' as a definite article and relative pronoun is from Proto-Indo-European. Its use as an interjection is onomatopoeic.

G2322

Part of Speech: Participle, Adjective

Sounds like: teh-theh-rah-PEV-meh-nai

Translations: healed, cured, restored, served, attended to

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle, indicating an action that has been completed in the past and whose results continue into the present. It describes someone or something that has been healed, cured, or restored. It can also refer to someone who has been served or attended to, as the root verb can mean both 'to heal' and 'to serve'. In a sentence, it would describe individuals who have undergone such a process.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Feminine, Perfect, Passive

Synonyms: ΙΑΘΕΙΣΑΙ, ΥΓΙΑΣΘΕΙΣΑΙ

G4190

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: po-nee-RON

Translations: (of) evil, (of) wicked, (of) bad, (of) harmful, (of) malicious

Notes: This word describes something or someone as evil, wicked, bad, or harmful. It can refer to moral depravity, physical harm, or general badness. As an adjective, it modifies nouns, indicating that the noun possesses these negative qualities. The form ΠΟΝΗΡΩΝ is the genitive plural, meaning 'of evil ones' or 'of wicked things/persons', depending on the gender of the noun it modifies.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine, Feminine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΚΑΚΩΝ, ΦΑΥΛΩΝ, ΑΝΟΜΩΝ

G3137

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: mah-REE-ah

Translations: Mary

Notes: This is a proper noun referring to the name Mary. In the New Testament, it is the name of several prominent women, most notably Mary, the mother of Jesus, and Mary Magdalene. It is used to identify a specific individual.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Etymology: The name Mary is derived from the Hebrew name Miryam (מִרְיָם), which is of uncertain meaning but possibly related to 'bitterness' or 'rebellion', or alternatively, 'beloved' or 'sea of bitterness'. It came into Greek as Mariam and Maria.

G3588, G3739, G2228

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.

G2564

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: ka-loo-MEH-nee

Translations: called, named, being called, a called one, a named one

Notes: This word is the present passive participle of the verb 'καλέω' (kaleō), meaning 'to call' or 'to name'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing someone or something that is being called or named. It indicates an ongoing action of being called or designated.

Inflection: Present, Passive, Participle, Feminine, Singular, Nominative

Synonyms: ΟΝΟΜΑΖΩ, ΠΡΟΣΑΓΟΡΕΥΩ

Etymology: The word 'καλέω' (kaleō) comes from Proto-Indo-European *kelh₁-, meaning 'to shout, to call'. It is related to Latin 'calare' (to call out) and English 'hail'.

G3094

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: Mag-da-lay-NAY

Translations: Magdalene, Mary Magdalene

Notes: This is a proper noun referring to Mary Magdalene, a prominent figure in the New Testament. She is often identified as a follower of Jesus and is mentioned as being present at his crucifixion and as the first witness to his resurrection. It is used to specify 'Mary who is from Magdala' or 'Mary the Magdalene'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Etymology: The word is derived from the Hebrew/Aramaic place name Magdala, meaning 'tower' or 'fortress'. It designates a person from the town of Magdala, located on the western shore of the Sea of Galilee.

G0575

G3588, G3739, G3778, G5101

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.

Part of Speech: Definite Article, Pronoun

Sounds like: HAYS

Translations: (of) the, (of) who, (of) which, (of) this, (of) that, (of) what

Notes: The word "ΗΣ" is a versatile form in Koine Greek, primarily functioning as the genitive singular for masculine and feminine nouns. It can be the genitive singular of the definite article 'the', indicating possession or relationship. It can also be the genitive singular of the relative pronoun 'who/which', connecting clauses, or the demonstrative pronoun 'this/that', pointing to something specific. Additionally, it can be the genitive singular of the interrogative pronoun 'what/who', used in questions.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Feminine

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ex-el-ay-LOO-thay

Translations: he had gone out, she had gone out, it had gone out, he had come out, she had come out, it had come out, he had departed, she had departed, it had departed

Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'exerchomai', meaning 'to go out', 'to come out', or 'to depart'. It is a compound word formed from 'ek' (out of, from) and 'erchomai' (to come, to go). It describes an action of moving from an inside place to an outside place, or leaving a location. The form 'ἘΞΕΛΗΛΥΘΕΙ' specifically indicates an action that was completed in the past before another past event.

Inflection: Third Person, Singular, Pluperfect, Indicative, Active

Synonyms: ΑΠΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΕΚΒΑΙΝΩ, ΕΚΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word ἐξέρχομαι (exerchomai) is a compound verb derived from the preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the verb ἔρχομαι (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go'. Its etymology reflects the action of moving from an interior to an exterior space.

G2490

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ee-oh-AN-nah

Translations: Joanna

Notes: This is a proper noun, specifically a feminine personal name. It refers to Joanna, a woman mentioned in the New Testament as one of the women who accompanied Jesus and his disciples and provided for them out of their own means. It is used as a subject in sentences, indicating the person performing an action.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Etymology: The name Ἰωάννα (Ioanna) is of Hebrew origin, derived from the Hebrew name יְהוֹחָנָן (Yehochanan), meaning 'Yahweh is gracious' or 'God is gracious'. It is the feminine form of the name John.

G2012

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ep-ee-TRO-poo

Translations: of a steward, of a guardian, of a manager, of a trustee, of an administrator, of a tutor

Notes: This word refers to someone entrusted with the management of a household, property, or affairs, often on behalf of another. It can denote a steward, guardian, manager, or administrator. In some contexts, it refers to a tutor or guardian of a minor. It is a compound word formed from 'ἐπί' (upon, over) and 'τροπός' (a turn, way, manner, from 'τρέπω' to turn).

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΟΝΟΜΟΣ, ΔΙΑΧΕΙΡΙΣΤΗΣ

Etymology: The word ΕΠΙΤΡΟΠΟΣ is derived from the preposition ἐπί (epi), meaning 'upon' or 'over', and the noun τρόπος (tropos), meaning 'turn' or 'way', which itself comes from the verb τρέπω (trepo), 'to turn'. Thus, it literally means 'one who turns things over' or 'one who is over the ways/affairs'.

G1247

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-ay-ko-NOO-n

Translations: were serving, were ministering, were waiting on, served, ministered, waited on

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to serve,' 'to minister,' or 'to wait on.' It describes the act of providing service or assistance to someone. The form 'ΔΙΗΚΟΝΟΥΝ' is the third person plural imperfect active indicative, indicating an ongoing or repeated action in the past, such as 'they were serving' or 'they used to serve.' It can be used in contexts where people are attending to the needs of others, whether by providing food, financial support, or general assistance.

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

Synonyms: ΥΠΗΡΕΤΕΩ, ΛΕΙΤΟΥΡΓΕΩ

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

G5225

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: hoo-PAR-khon-tohn

Translations: possessions, goods, property, resources, wealth, what one has, of existing things

Notes: This word is a present active participle of the verb 'υπάρχω' (hyparchō), meaning 'to exist,' 'to be,' or 'to be available.' In its genitive plural form, as seen here, it often functions as a substantive, referring to 'one's possessions,' 'goods,' or 'property.' It describes things that are currently existing or available to someone.

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

Synonyms: ΚΤΗΜΑΤΩΝ, ΟΥΣΙΑΣ, ΠΛΟΥΤΟΥ

G4920

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soon-ee-ON-toss

Translations: understanding, perceiving, comprehending, considering, discerning, of understanding, of perceiving

Notes: This word is a present active participle, genitive singular, of the verb 'συνίημι' (syniēmi), meaning 'to understand' or 'to comprehend'. It describes someone or something that is currently in the act of understanding or perceiving. It is often used to indicate a person who is discerning or has insight.

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

Synonyms: ΝΟΕΩ, ΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΕΠΙΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ

Etymology: The word συνίημι (syniēmi) is a compound verb formed from the preposition σύν (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and the verb ἵημι (hiēmi), meaning 'to send' or 'to throw'. The combination suggests 'sending together' or 'bringing together' in the mind, leading to the meaning of understanding or comprehending.

G1161

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.

G1949

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-pee-por-yoo-OH-meh-non

Translations: going, coming, approaching, traveling, walking

Notes: This word is a present middle/passive participle, meaning 'those who are going' or 'as they were going'. It describes an action of moving towards or upon something, often with the nuance of a continuous or ongoing journey. It is a compound word formed from the preposition 'ἐπί' (upon, to, toward) and the verb 'πορεύομαι' (to go, to journey).

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Participle, Genitive, Plural, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΒΑΙΝΩ, ΟΔΕΥΩ

G4314

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.

G1223

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'.

G3850

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pah-rah-boh-LEES

Translations: of a parable, of a proverb, of a figure, of a type, of an illustration, of a comparison

Notes: This word refers to a parable, a proverb, or a figure of speech. It is often used in the context of a story or saying that conveys a moral or spiritual lesson, especially as taught by Jesus in the Gospels. It can also refer to a comparison or an illustration used to explain something.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΙΝΙΓΜΑΤΟΣ, ΠΑΡΟΙΜΙΑΣ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek παραβολή (parabolḗ, “juxtaposition, comparison, parable”), from παραβάλλω (parabállō, “to compare, to throw beside”), from παρά (pará, “beside”) + βάλλω (bállō, “to throw”).

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ex-EHL-then

Translations: he went out, she went out, it went out, he came out, she came out, it came out, he departed, she departed, it departed

Notes: This word 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'. It describes the action of moving from an inside place to an outside place, or departing from a location. It is used to indicate that a person or thing has exited or left a specific area.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΕΚΒΑΙΝΩ, ΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ

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'.

G4687

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: SPAY-ron

Translations: sowing, a sower, the one who sows

Notes: This word is a present active participle of the verb 'σπείρω', meaning 'to sow' or 'to scatter seed'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or a noun, describing someone who is in the act of sowing or has the characteristic of sowing. It can be translated as 'sowing' (adjectival) or 'the one who sows' (substantival). It is often used metaphorically in the New Testament to describe the act of spreading the word of God or performing good deeds.

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

Synonyms: ΦΥΤΕΥΩ, ΒΑΛΛΩ

G4687

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: spee-RAI

Translations: to sow, to scatter, to spread

Notes: This word is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'σπείρω' (speirō), meaning 'to sow' or 'to scatter'. It describes the action of distributing seeds over the ground for growth, or more generally, to spread something widely. It can be used in contexts of planting crops, but also metaphorically for spreading ideas or people.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΔΙΑΣΚΟΡΠΙΖΩ, ΔΙΑΣΠΕΙΡΩ

Etymology: The word 'σπείρω' (speirō) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *sper- meaning 'to strew, to sow'. It is related to English words like 'sprout' and 'spread'.

G3303

Part of Speech: Particle, Conjunction

Sounds like: MEN

Translations: indeed, on the one hand, truly, certainly, but, however

Notes: This word is a particle often used to introduce a clause that is contrasted with a following clause, which is typically introduced by the particle δέ (de). It can indicate a concession, an affirmation, or simply serve to mark a transition in thought. While it often translates as 'indeed' or 'on the one hand,' its precise meaning is highly dependent on context and the presence of a contrasting 'δέ' clause.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΕ, ΓΕ, ΚΑΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is an ancient particle used to mark emphasis or contrast.

G3844

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: pah-RAH

Translations: from, by, with, beside, at, near, alongside, to

Notes: This word is a common preposition in Koine Greek. Its meaning changes depending on the case of the noun it governs. With the genitive case, it typically means 'from' or 'from beside', indicating origin or agency. With the dative case, it means 'with', 'beside', or 'at', indicating proximity or presence. With the accusative case, it means 'alongside', 'to', or 'past', indicating motion towards or along something.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΕΠΙ, ΥΠΟ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'beside', 'alongside'. It is cognate with English 'for' and 'from'.

G2662

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tah-pah-TAY-thay

Translations: was trampled down, was trodden underfoot, was trampled

Notes: This word is the aorist passive indicative, third person singular form of the verb 'καταπατέω'. It is a compound verb formed from 'κατά' (down) and 'πατέω' (to tread or walk). It describes an action that was completed in the past, where the subject was the recipient of the action of being trampled or trodden underfoot. It implies being crushed or treated with contempt.

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

Synonyms: ΠΑΤΕΩ, ΣΥΝΤΡΙΒΩ

Etymology: The verb 'καταπατέω' is formed from the preposition 'κατά' (down, against) and the verb 'πατέω' (to tread, walk). 'Πατέω' itself comes from a root meaning 'to walk' or 'to step'.

Part of Speech: Definite Article

Sounds like: TAH

Translations: the

Notes: ΤΑ is the neuter plural form of the definite article in Koine Greek. It functions similarly to 'the' in English, indicating that a noun is definite or previously mentioned. It agrees in gender, number, and case with the noun it modifies, and in this form, it can be used for both nominative (subject) and accusative (direct object) cases.

Inflection: Neuter, Plural, Nominative or Accusative

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is a demonstrative pronoun that evolved into a definite article in Greek.

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: ow-TOH

Translations: it, itself, the same

Notes: This word is a versatile pronoun and adjective. As a pronoun, it typically means 'he,' 'she,' 'it,' or 'they,' depending on its gender and number. When used as an adjective, it can mean 'the same' or serve as an intensive pronoun, emphasizing the noun it modifies, such as 'himself,' 'herself,' 'itself,' or 'themselves.' Its meaning is highly dependent on its grammatical case, number, and gender within a sentence.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Etymology: This word is believed to derive from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'that, that one.' It developed into the Greek pronoun and adjective 'autos,' retaining its core sense of identity or self.

G2087

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: EH-teh-ron

Translations: another, other, different, a different thing, an other thing

Notes: This word means 'another' or 'other', emphasizing a difference in kind or quality from something else. It is used to refer to something distinct or different from what has been previously mentioned or implied. For example, it might be used to say 'another person' or 'a different kind of thing'.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑΛΛΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΕΤΕΡΟΣ comes from Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'one of two' or 'the other'. It is related to the English word 'other'.

G2602

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-teh-PEH-sen

Translations: fell down, collapsed, fell

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb καταπίπτω (katapiptō), meaning 'to fall down' or 'to collapse'. It is a compound verb formed from κατά (kata), meaning 'down', and πίπτω (piptō), meaning 'to fall'. It describes an action of falling from an upright position to the ground, often implying a sudden or complete collapse.

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

Synonyms: ΠΙΠΤΩ, ΠΡΟΣΠΙΠΤΩ

Etymology: The verb καταπίπτω (katapiptō) is a compound word derived from the preposition κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and the verb πίπτω (piptō), meaning 'to fall'. The combination emphasizes the downward direction of the falling action.

G1909

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'.

G5453

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: FY-en

Translations: grown, having grown, having been born, sprung up, produced, having come into being

Notes: This word is the aorist passive participle of the verb φύω (phyo), meaning 'to grow,' 'to bring forth,' or 'to be born.' As a participle, it describes something that has already undergone the action of growing or being born. It functions adjectivally, describing a noun that has 'grown' or 'sprung up' or 'been produced.'

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative, Aorist, Passive

Synonyms: ΓΕΓΟΝΟΣ, ΓΕΓΕΝΝΗΜΕΝΟΝ

Etymology: The verb φύω (phyo) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to grow' or 'to make grow.' It is related to words in other Indo-European languages that refer to growth, nature, or being.

G3583

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ex-ay-RAN-thay

Translations: it was dried up, it withered, it became dry, it was parched

Notes: This word describes something that has become dry, withered, or parched. It is used to indicate a state of complete dryness or decay, often in reference to plants, land, or even a hand. It is a compound word, formed from the prefix ἐξ- (ex-), meaning 'out of' or 'completely', and the verb ξηραίνω (xērainō), meaning 'to dry up'.

Inflection: Third Person, Singular, Aorist, Indicative, Passive

Synonyms: ΑΥΑΙΝΩ, ΜΑΡΑΙΝΩ

Etymology: The verb ξηραίνω (xērainō) comes from the adjective ξηρός (xēros), meaning 'dry'.

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.

G3361

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.

G2435

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ik-MAH-dah

Translations: moisture, a moisture, sap, a sap, juice, a juice, dampness, a dampness

Notes: This word refers to moisture, sap, or juice, often in the context of plants or the ground. It describes the liquid content or dampness present in something, essential for life or growth. It is typically used to denote a vital fluid or a state of being moist.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΥΓΡΑΣΙΑ, ΔΡΟΣΟΣ

Etymology: The word ἸΚΜΑΣ (ikmas) is of uncertain origin, possibly related to a root meaning 'to be moist' or 'to flow'.

G0001

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-KAN-thohn

Translations: of thorns, thorns

Notes: This word refers to thorny plants, briars, or thistles. It is used to describe things that are sharp, prickly, or difficult to navigate, often metaphorically representing obstacles or troubles. As a genitive plural, it indicates possession or origin, meaning 'of thorns' or 'belonging to thorns'.

Inflection: Genitive, Plural, Feminine

Synonyms: ΤΡΙΒΟΛΟΙ, ΒΑΤΟΙ

Etymology: The word ΑΚΑΝΘΑ is derived from the Greek word ἀκή (akē), meaning 'point' or 'sharp edge', referring to the sharp nature of thorns.

G4857

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: soom-FYOO-ay-sye

Translations: grown together, having grown together, having sprung up with, having been planted together

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition σύν (syn, meaning 'with' or 'together') and the verb φύω (phyo, meaning 'to grow' or 'to bring forth'). It describes something that has grown together with something else, or has sprung up alongside it. It implies a close connection or entanglement through growth.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Participle, Nominative, Plural, Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΕΚΦΥΩ, ΣΥΝΕΚΦΥΟΜΑΙ

G0001

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-KAN-thigh

Translations: thorns, thistles, prickles, brambles

Notes: This word refers to thorny plants, thistles, or any sharp, prickly growth. It is often used metaphorically to describe difficulties, troubles, or obstacles, much like how thorns impede progress or cause pain. In the provided examples, it refers to literal thorny plants growing on altars and metaphorical thorns covering the paths of the idle.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Vocative

Synonyms: ΤΡΙΒΟΛΟΙ, ΒΑΤΟΣ

Etymology: The word ἄκανθα (akantha) comes from the Greek word ἀκή (akē), meaning 'point' or 'sharpness', which is related to the verb ἀκμάζω (akmazō), meaning 'to be sharp' or 'to be at its peak'.

G0599

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-pep-NEE-xan

Translations: they choked, they suffocated, they drowned

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from ἀπό (apo, 'from, away from') and πνίγω (pnigō, 'to choke, to strangle'). It means to choke completely, to suffocate, or to drown someone or something. It is used to describe the action of causing something to cease breathing or to be overwhelmed to the point of death, often by being submerged or by being overgrown and deprived of light/air.

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

Synonyms: ΠΝΙΓΩ, ΣΥΜΠΝΙΓΩ

G1519

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'.

G1093

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: GAYN

Translations: earth, an earth, land, a land, ground, a ground, country, a country, region, a region

Notes: ΓΗΝ is the accusative singular form of the noun ΓΗ, meaning 'earth', 'land', 'ground', 'country', or 'region'. It is used to indicate the direct object of a verb or the destination of motion, often translated as 'to the earth' or 'into the land' depending on the context and accompanying prepositions. It can refer to the planet, a specific territory, or the soil itself.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΧΩΡΑ, ΓΕΑ

G2590

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: kar-PON

Translations: fruit, a fruit, produce, crop, result, profit

Notes: This word refers to the fruit or produce of plants, trees, or the earth. It can also be used metaphorically to describe the result, outcome, or profit of actions or endeavors. In the provided examples, it refers to the literal fruit of plants.

Inflection: Singular, Masculine, Accusative

Synonyms: ΓΕΝΝΗΜΑ, ΕΚΒΑΣΙΣ, ΑΠΟΒΑΣΙΣ

Etymology: The word ΚΑΡΠΟΣ (karpos) is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek or related to a root meaning 'to pluck' or 'to gather'.

G3004

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: leh-GOHN

Translations: saying, speaking, telling

Notes: ΛΕΓΩΝ is the present active participle of the verb λέγω (legō), meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. It is commonly used to introduce direct or indirect speech, functioning similarly to 'saying' or 'speaking' in English. For example, it might be translated as 'he came saying...' or 'they decreed, speaking...'. It describes an ongoing action of speaking or declaring.

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

Synonyms: ΛΑΛΩΝ, ΦΩΝΩΝ, ΕΡΩΝ

Etymology: The word λέγω (legō) comes from Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'to collect, gather, pick out'. In Greek, it evolved to mean 'to speak' or 'to say', perhaps from the idea of 'picking out words'.

G2192

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: EKH-ohn

Translations: having, holding, possessing, being in possession of

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'ἔχω' (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. As a participle, it functions like a verbal adjective, describing someone or something that is in the act of having or holding something. It can be translated as 'having' or 'one who has', and often introduces a clause explaining what someone possesses or is doing.

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

Synonyms: ΚΕΚΤΗΜΕΝΟΣ, ΚΑΤΕΧΩΝ

Etymology: The verb ἔχω (echō) comes from Proto-Indo-European *seǵʰ- ('to hold, to have'). It is a common verb in ancient Greek, with a wide range of meanings related to possession, state, and action.

G5101

Part of Speech: Interrogative Pronoun, Indefinite Pronoun, Interrogative Adjective

Sounds like: TEES

Translations: who, what, which, what kind of, someone, something, anyone, anything, a certain one, a certain thing

Notes: ΤΙΣ is a versatile pronoun and adjective in Koine Greek. As an interrogative, it asks 'who?', 'what?', or 'which?'. As an indefinite, it means 'someone', 'something', 'anyone', or 'anything', often implying an unspecified person or thing. Its meaning depends heavily on context and whether it has an accent.

Inflection: Singular or Plural, Masculine, Feminine, or Neuter, Nominative, Genitive, Dative, or Accusative. It is a highly inflected word.

Etymology: The word ΤΙΣ is an ancient Greek word, tracing its origins back to Proto-Indo-European roots. It has cognates in many other Indo-European languages, indicating its long history and fundamental role in language.

G3850

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pa-ra-bo-LEE

Translations: parable, a parable, proverb, a proverb, allegory, an allegory, figure, a figure, illustration, an illustration

Notes: This word refers to a short, illustrative story that teaches a moral or spiritual lesson. It can also mean a proverb, a riddle, or a comparison. It is often used in the New Testament to describe the teaching method of Jesus, where he would use everyday situations to convey deeper truths. It is a compound word formed from 'para' (beside) and 'ballo' (to throw), literally meaning 'a throwing alongside' or 'a placing beside', implying a comparison.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΙΝΙΓΜΑ, ΠΑΡΟΙΜΙΑ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek παραβολή (parabolḗ), from παραβάλλω (parabállō, “to compare, to juxtapose”), from παρά (pará, “beside”) + βάλλω (bállō, “to throw”).

G1325

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: deh-DOH-tai

Translations: it has been given, it is given, it was given

Notes: This word is the third person singular, perfect passive indicative form of the verb 'δίδωμι' (didōmi), meaning 'to give'. It indicates an action that was completed in the past and has ongoing results in the present. Therefore, it translates to 'it has been given' or 'it is given' (implying a past action with present effect). It is used when something has been bestowed or granted.

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

Etymology: The word 'δίδωμι' (didōmi) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to give'. It is a reduplicated present form, which is common for verbs of giving in ancient languages.

G1097

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: gno-NAI

Translations: to know, to understand, to perceive, to learn, to recognize

Notes: This is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'γινώσκω' (ginōskō), meaning 'to know'. It expresses the action of knowing or coming to know in a general sense, without specifying the time of the action. It is often used as the object of another verb or as a complement to an adjective, indicating purpose or result, such as 'to be able to know' or 'for the purpose of knowing'.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΟΙΔΑ, ΣΥΝΙΗΜΙ

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.

G3850

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pa-ra-bo-LAIS

Translations: (to) parables, (by) parables, (in) parables, (to) proverbs, (by) proverbs, (in) proverbs, (to) allegories, (by) allegories, (in) allegories

Notes: This word refers to a parable, proverb, or allegory. It is a compound word formed from 'para' (beside, alongside) and 'ballo' (to throw, to cast), literally meaning 'a placing alongside' or 'a comparison'. In usage, it often refers to a short, illustrative story that teaches a moral or spiritual lesson, or a saying that expresses a general truth. It can also denote a riddle or a figure of speech.

Inflection: Plural, Dative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΟΙΜΙΑΙΣ, ΑΙΝΙΓΜΑΤΩΝ

G2443

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.

G0991

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: BLEH-pon-tes

Translations: seeing, looking, observing, perceiving, watching

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'βλέπω' (blepō), meaning 'to see' or 'to look'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that is ongoing. It can be translated as 'seeing' or 'those who are seeing', indicating an action performed by the subject. It is often used to describe the act of perceiving or observing something.

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

Synonyms: ΟΡΑΩ, ΘΕΩΡΕΩ, ΕΙΔΟΝ

G0991

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: BLEH-po-sin

Translations: they may see, they might see, they may look, they might look, they may perceive, they might perceive

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to see', 'to look', or 'to perceive'. It is often used to describe physical sight, but can also refer to mental perception or understanding. It is used in sentences to indicate that a group of people are performing the action of seeing or looking, often with a sense of purpose or potential.

Inflection: Third Person Plural, Present, Subjunctive, Active

Synonyms: ΟΡΑΩ, ΘΕΩΡΕΩ, ΕΙΔΟΝ

G3056

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.

G1228

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: dee-AH-boh-los

Translations: devil, slanderer, accuser, a devil, a slanderer, an accuser

Notes: This word refers to an accuser, slanderer, or adversary. In a theological context, it specifically refers to the Devil, the chief evil spirit. It is a compound word formed from 'διά' (dia), meaning 'through' or 'across', and 'βάλλω' (ballo), meaning 'to throw' or 'to cast'. Thus, it literally means 'one who throws across' or 'one who casts through', implying one who throws accusations or slanders.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΣΑΤΑΝΑΣ, ΑΝΤΙΚΕΙΜΕΝΟΣ, ΠΕΙΡΑΖΩΝ

Etymology: From the Greek verb διαβάλλω (diaballō), meaning 'to slander, accuse, or attack'. This verb is formed from διά (dia), 'through, across', and βάλλω (ballō), 'to throw, cast'. The noun thus describes one who 'throws accusations across' or 'casts slanders'.

G0142

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: AI-rei

Translations: he takes up, she takes up, it takes up, he lifts, she lifts, it lifts, he carries, she carries, it carries, he removes, she removes, it removes, he takes away, she takes away, it takes away

Notes: This is a verb meaning to lift, take up, carry, or take away. It can also mean to remove, destroy, or pick up. It is used to describe an action performed by a third-person singular subject (he, she, or it) in the present tense.

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

Synonyms: ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΦΕΡΩ, ἈΝΑΙΡΕΩ

G2588

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: kar-DEE-as

Translations: of heart, of a heart, of mind, of soul, of inner self, of conscience, of courage, of will

Notes: This word refers to the physical heart, but more commonly in Koine Greek, it signifies the center of one's being, including thoughts, emotions, will, and conscience. It is often used to denote the inner person, the seat of spiritual and moral life. For example, it can refer to the core of one's beliefs or the source of one's intentions.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΨΥΧΗ, ΝΟΥΣ, ΠΝΕΥΜΑ

G4100

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: pis-TEV-san-tes

Translations: having believed, having trusted, having put faith in

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'to believe' or 'to trust'. It describes an action that has already occurred, indicating that the subject has performed the act of believing or trusting. It often functions like an adjective, modifying a noun or pronoun, or as an adverb, describing how an action was performed.

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

Synonyms: ΠΕΠΟΙΘΟΤΕΣ, ΕΛΠΙΣΑΝΤΕΣ

G4982

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: so-THOH-sin

Translations: that they may be saved, that they may be delivered, that they may be healed, that they may be preserved

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to save, deliver, heal, or preserve. In a theological context, it often refers to spiritual salvation. It can also refer to physical healing or being rescued from danger. As a subjunctive verb, it expresses a wish, purpose, or possibility, often translated with 'that they may' or 'in order that they may'.

Inflection: 3rd Person, Plural, Aorist, Passive, Subjunctive

Synonyms: ΡΥΟΜΑΙ, ΔΙΑΣΩΖΩ, ΘΕΡΑΠΕΥΩ

G3752

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: OH-tan

Translations: when, whenever, as often as, at the time that

Notes: This word is a conjunction or adverb used to introduce a temporal clause, indicating a point in time or a condition. It means 'when' or 'whenever,' suggesting that something happens at a specific moment or repeatedly under certain circumstances. It is often followed by the subjunctive mood in Koine Greek.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΤΕ, ΗΝΙΚΑ

Etymology: From the conjunction ὅτε (hote, 'when') and the particle ἄν (an, indicating potential or contingency).

G3326

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'.

G3756

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.

G2540

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: kai-RON

Translations: time, a time, season, a season, opportune time, a opportune time, proper time, a proper time

Notes: This word refers to a specific, appointed, or opportune time, a critical moment, or a season, rather than general chronological time (which is 'χρόνος'). It often implies a qualitative aspect of time, emphasizing the right or fitting moment for something. In the provided examples, it is used in the accusative case, indicating the object of an action or a duration.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΧΡΟΝΟΣ, ΩΡΑ, ΕΠΟΧΗ

Etymology: The etymology of 'καιρός' is uncertain, but it is thought to be related to the idea of 'fitting' or 'proper'.

G4100

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

G2540

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: kahee-ROH

Translations: to time, to season, to opportunity, to a proper time, to a fixed time, to a due season, to a critical time

Notes: This word refers to a specific, opportune, or appointed time, often implying a critical or decisive moment. It is distinct from 'chronos' (χρόνος), which refers to chronological or sequential time. 'Kairos' emphasizes the qualitative aspect of time, focusing on the right or fitting moment for something to happen. It is used in contexts where a particular event or action is expected or appropriate.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΩΡΑ, ΧΡΟΝΟΣ

G0868

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-PHIS-tan-tai

Translations: they withdraw, they depart, they stand away, they revolt, they fall away, they apostatize

Notes: This word describes the action of withdrawing, departing, or standing away from something or someone. It can also imply a more significant separation, such as revolting or falling away from a belief or allegiance, often with a sense of apostasy. It is used to describe multiple subjects performing this action.

Inflection: Present, Indicative, Middle/Passive, Third Person Plural

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΧΩΡΕΩ, ΑΠΟΒΑΙΝΩ, ΑΠΟΔΙΔΡΑΣΚΩ

G5259

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.

G3309

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: meh-RIM-non

Translations: worrying, being anxious, caring for, taking thought, being concerned

Notes: This word is the present active participle of the verb 'μεριμνάω' (merimnao), meaning 'to be anxious,' 'to worry,' or 'to care for.' As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing someone who is currently engaged in the act of worrying or being concerned. It can be used to describe a person who is anxious about something, or someone who is diligently taking care of a matter.

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

Synonyms: ΑΓΩΝΙΩΝ, ΦΡΟΝΤΙΖΩΝ

G2237

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: hay-doh-NOHN

Translations: of pleasures, of delights, of desires

Notes: This word refers to pleasures, delights, or desires. It is often used in a general sense to describe things that bring enjoyment or satisfaction, but can also carry a negative connotation, referring to sensual or worldly desires that might lead one astray. In the provided context, it is used in the genitive plural, indicating 'of pleasures' or 'over pleasures'.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΘΥΜΙΩΝ, ΑΠΟΛΑΥΣΕΩΝ

Etymology: From the root *hed- meaning 'sweet'. It is related to the verb ἥδομαι (hēdomai), meaning 'to be pleased' or 'to enjoy oneself'.

G0979

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: BEE-oo

Translations: of life, of livelihood, of means of living, a life

Notes: This is the genitive singular form of the noun 'ΒΙΟΣ' (bios), which refers to life, especially in the sense of one's earthly existence, way of life, or means of living. It can also refer to one's livelihood or possessions. As a genitive form, 'ΒΙΟΥ' often indicates possession, origin, or relationship, translating to 'of life' or 'of livelihood' depending on the context.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΖΩΗ, ΖΩΗΝ

Etymology: From the Proto-Indo-European root *gʷih₃-wo-s, meaning 'living'. It is related to the verb 'ζάω' (zaō), meaning 'to live'.

G4198

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: por-YOO-meh-noy

Translations: going, walking, traveling, journeying, those who are going, those who are walking

Notes: This word is a present middle/passive participle, meaning 'going' or 'walking'. It describes an ongoing action of movement. It can be used to refer to individuals who are in the process of moving from one place to another, often implying a journey or a specific direction. For example, it might describe 'those who are going' or 'people who are walking'.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Plural

Synonyms: ΒΑΙΝΩ, ΟΔΕΥΩ, ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

G4846

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: sym-PNEE-go-n-tie

Translations: they are choked, they are being choked, they are suffocated, they are being suffocated

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition ΣΥΝ (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and the verb ΠΝΙΓΩ (pnigō), meaning 'to choke' or 'to suffocate'. Therefore, ΣΥΜΠΝΙΓΩ means 'to choke completely', 'to suffocate', or 'to be choked together'. It is often used metaphorically to describe something that is overwhelmed or suppressed, like a plant being choked by weeds or a person's spiritual growth being stifled by worldly concerns. In this form, it indicates that a group of subjects are being choked or suffocated.

Inflection: Third Person Plural, Present Tense, Indicative Mood, Middle or Passive Voice

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΠΝΙΓΩ, ΠΝΙΓΩ

Etymology: The verb ΣΥΜΠΝΙΓΩ is a compound word derived from the prefix ΣΥΝ- (syn-), meaning 'with' or 'together', and the verb ΠΝΙΓΩ (pnigō), meaning 'to choke' or 'to strangle'. The 'ν' in ΣΥΝ- assimilates to 'μ' before labial consonants like 'π'.

G5052

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: teh-les-fo-ROO-sin

Translations: bring to maturity, bear fruit, bring to completion, produce

Notes: This word describes the action of bringing something to its full completion or maturity, often in the sense of bearing fruit or producing a final result. It implies a process that culminates in a successful outcome or a finished product. It is used to describe things that come to fruition or yield their intended purpose.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΡΠΟΦΟΡΕΩ, ΤΕΛΕΩ, ΠΟΙΕΩ

Etymology: The word ΤΕΛΕΣΦΟΡΕΩ is a compound word derived from τέλος (telos), meaning 'end, completion, purpose', and φέρω (pherō), meaning 'to bear, carry, bring'. Thus, it literally means 'to bring to an end' or 'to bring to completion'.

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.

G0018

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-ga-THEH

Translations: good, a good thing, virtuous, useful, excellent

Notes: This word describes something as good, virtuous, or excellent in nature or quality. It can refer to moral goodness, usefulness, or general excellence. As an adjective, it modifies a noun, agreeing with it in gender, number, and case. This specific form is the feminine singular nominative case.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΚΑΛΟΣ, ΧΡΗΣΤΟΣ

Etymology: The word Ἀγαθός (agathos) is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek. It has been used since ancient Greek times to denote inherent goodness or excellence.

G2592

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kar-po-fo-ROO-sin

Translations: bear fruit, produce fruit, yield fruit

Notes: This word means to bear or produce fruit, literally or figuratively. It is often used in a spiritual sense to describe the act of producing good works or spiritual results, as a plant produces its fruit. It implies a process of growth and productivity.

Inflection: Present, Indicative, Active, 3rd Person, Plural

Synonyms: ΠΟΙΕΩ, ΦΕΡΩ, ΓΕΝΝΑΩ

Etymology: This word is a compound of two Greek words: ΚΑΡΠΟΣ (karpos), meaning 'fruit' or 'produce', and ΦΕΡΩ (pherō), meaning 'to bear' or 'to carry'. Thus, it literally means 'to fruit-bear'.

G5281

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: hoo-po-mo-NEE

Translations: endurance, patience, perseverance, steadfastness, a patience, an endurance, a perseverance, a steadfastness

Notes: This word refers to the capacity to endure or bear up under difficult circumstances, often with a sense of steadfastness or patient waiting. It is a compound word formed from the preposition ΥΠΟ (HYPO), meaning 'under', and the verb ΜΕΝΩ (MENO), meaning 'to remain' or 'to abide'. Thus, it literally means 'a remaining under' or 'a bearing up under'. It describes the quality of not giving in to adversity or suffering, but rather maintaining one's resolve and hope.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Accusative, or Dative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΚΑΡΤΕΡΙΑ, ΑΝΔΡΙΑ, ΜΑΚΡΟΘΥΜΙΑ

Etymology: From the Greek preposition ΥΠΟ (HYPO), meaning 'under', and the verb ΜΕΝΩ (MENO), meaning 'to remain' or 'to abide'. It describes the act of remaining steadfast under pressure or difficulty.

G3762

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: oo-DACE

Translations: no one, nobody, nothing, none, no

Notes: This word is a compound negative pronoun or adjective, meaning 'no one,' 'nobody,' 'nothing,' or 'no.' It is formed from the negative particle 'οὐ' (not), the connective particle 'δέ' (but, and), and the numeral 'εἷς' (one). It is used to express absolute negation, indicating the complete absence of something or someone. When used as an adjective, it modifies a noun to mean 'no' or 'not any.'

Inflection: Masculine, Nominative, Singular

Synonyms: ΟΥ̓ΔΕΝ, ΜΗΔΕΙΣ

Etymology: The word ΟΥ̓ΔΕΙΣ is a compound of the negative particle ΟΥ̓ (not), the connective particle ΔΕ (but, and), and the numeral ΕΙΣ (one). It literally means 'not even one' or 'not one at all,' emphasizing a complete negation.

G0680

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ap-SAS

Translations: having touched, having grasped, touching, grasping

Notes: ΑΨΑΣ is an aorist active participle of the verb ἅπτω (haptō), which means 'to touch', 'to grasp', or 'to lay hold of'. As a participle, it describes an action that has been completed before or at the time of the main verb, often functioning adjectivally or adverbially. It indicates someone who has performed the action of touching or grasping.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine, Aorist Active Participle

Synonyms: ΘΙΓΩΝ, ΕΦΑΨΑΜΕΝΟΣ

Etymology: The verb ἅπτω (haptō) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to fasten', 'to attach', or 'to join'. It evolved in Greek to mean 'to touch' or 'to grasp'.

G2572

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ka-LYP-tei

Translations: covers, hides, conceals

Notes: This verb means to cover, hide, or conceal something. It is used to describe the act of placing something over an object to obscure it from view, or to keep information secret. For example, one might say 'he covers the truth' or 'the clouds cover the sun'.

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

Synonyms: ΚΡΥΠΤΩ, ΑΠΟΚΡΥΠΤΩ, ΠΕΡΙΚΑΛΥΠΤΩ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *kel- meaning 'to cover, conceal'. It is related to words like 'cell', 'helmet', and 'occult'.

G2228, G3588

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Definite Article, Numeral

Sounds like: AY

Translations: or, the, 8

Notes: This word can function as a conjunction meaning 'or', indicating an alternative or choice between two or more options. It can also be the feminine nominative singular form of the definite article 'the', used to specify a feminine noun that is the subject of a sentence. The '̓' (coronis) indicates that this form is an elision, meaning it's a shortened form of a word like ἤ (e.g., when followed by a vowel). Additionally, the '̓' could be a keraia, indicating the numeral 8.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as conjunction or numeral); Singular, Nominative, Feminine (as definite article)

Etymology: The conjunction ἤ (e.g., from which Ἠ is an elision) is of uncertain origin. The definite article ἡ (from which Ἠ is an elision) comes from Proto-Indo-European. The numeral meaning is derived from the Greek letter eta (Η), which was used to represent the number 8.

G5270

Part of Speech: Adverb, Preposition

Sounds like: hoo-po-KAH-toh

Translations: underneath, below, under

Notes: This word functions as an adverb or a preposition, meaning 'underneath' or 'below'. It indicates a position directly beneath something else. As a preposition, it typically takes the genitive case. It is a compound word formed from ΥΠΟ (under) and ΚΑΤΩ (down).

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΥΠΟ, ΚΑΤΩ

Etymology: From the Greek preposition ΥΠΟ (hypo), meaning 'under', and the adverb ΚΑΤΩ (kato), meaning 'down' or 'below'. It is a compound word emphasizing the sense of being directly underneath.

G0243

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.

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: eis-por-YOO-oh-men-oy

Translations: entering, going in, coming in, those entering, those going in, those coming in

Notes: This word is a present middle/passive participle, meaning 'entering' or 'going into'. It describes an action that is currently happening or ongoing. It is often used to refer to people who are in the process of entering a place, as seen in the example usage where it refers to 'those entering in the gates'. As a compound word, it combines 'εἰς' (eis), meaning 'into' or 'to', and 'πορεύομαι' (poreuomai), meaning 'to go' or 'to proceed'.

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

Synonyms: ΕΙΣΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΕΜΒΑΙΝΩ

G1063

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.

G2927

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: KROOP-ton

Translations: hidden, secret, concealed, a hidden thing, a secret

Notes: This word describes something that is hidden, secret, or concealed. It can be used as an adjective to modify a noun, meaning 'hidden' or 'secret'. It can also function as a noun itself, referring to 'a hidden thing' or 'a secret'. For example, it might describe a hidden treasure or a secret thought.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΚΡΥΦΟΣ, ΛΑΘΡΑΙΟΣ

Etymology: From the verb κρύπτω (kryptō), meaning 'to hide' or 'to conceal'.

G5319

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: fah-neh-RON

Translations: manifest, evident, clear, visible, apparent, known, a manifest thing, an evident thing

Notes: This word describes something that is visible, apparent, or clear. It is used to indicate that something is easily seen, understood, or made known. It can refer to something that is openly displayed or something that becomes obvious.

Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΔΗΛΟΣ, ΕΜΦΑΝΗΣ, ΓΝΩΣΤΟΣ

Etymology: From φανερόω (phaneroō, 'to make visible, reveal'), from φανός (phanos, 'light, torch'), from φαίνω (phainō, 'to bring to light, make appear').

G3761

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).

G0614

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-po-KROO-fon

Translations: hidden, secret, apocryphal, a hidden thing, a secret thing

Notes: This word describes something that is hidden, concealed, or kept secret. It can refer to things that are not publicly known or understood, or to writings that are not widely accepted or recognized as canonical. It is often used to describe knowledge or items that are intentionally kept from view.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΚΡΥΠΤΟΣ, ΑΦΑΝΗΣ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἀπόκρυφος (apókruphos), from ἀποκρύπτω (apokrúptō, “to hide away”), from ἀπό (apó, “from, away from”) + κρύπτω (krúptō, “to hide”).

G2064

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EL-thay

Translations: come, go, arrive, proceed

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to come' or 'to go'. It is often used to describe movement towards or away from a place, or the arrival of a person or event. It can also refer to the act of proceeding or happening. In the provided examples, it is used in a subjunctive mood, indicating a potential or hypothetical action, often translated as 'should come' or 'might come'.

Inflection: Third Person, Singular, Aorist, Subjunctive, Middle or Passive Voice

Synonyms: ΒΑΙΝΩ, ΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ, ΥΠΑΓΩ

G0991

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: BLEH-peh-teh

Translations: you see, you look, you perceive, you behold, you beware, see!, look!, behold!, beware!

Notes: This word is an inflected form of the verb 'βλέπω' (blepō), meaning 'to see' or 'to look'. It can be used in various contexts, from physical sight to mental perception or understanding. It can also function as an imperative, meaning 'see!' or 'look!', often used to draw attention or to warn, in which case it can be translated as 'beware!'.

Inflection: Second Person, Plural, Present, Active, Indicative or Imperative

Synonyms: ΟΡΑΩ, ΕΙΔΟΝ, ΘΕΩΡΕΩ

G3767

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'.

G3739

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.

G0302

Part of Speech: Particle

Sounds like: AHN

Translations: if, ever, might, would, should

Notes: This word is a particle used to express contingency, possibility, or potentiality. It does not have a direct English equivalent but modifies the meaning of the verb it accompanies, often indicating that an action is dependent on a condition or is hypothetical. It is frequently used with the subjunctive or optative moods to form conditional clauses or express indefinite temporal or relative clauses.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: The origin of this particle is uncertain, but it is believed to be an ancient particle in Greek, possibly related to the concept of 'on' or 'up' in some contexts, though its primary function became conditional.

G2192

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EH-khee

Translations: may have, might have, should have, may hold, might hold, should hold, may possess, might possess, should possess

Notes: This word is an inflected form of the verb 'ἔχω' (echō), meaning 'to have,' 'to hold,' or 'to possess.' It is commonly used to express possession, a state of being, or to indicate a condition. As a subjunctive form, it often appears in clauses expressing possibility, desire, or purpose, frequently translated with 'may,' 'might,' or 'should.'

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Present, Active, Subjunctive

Synonyms: ΚΤΩΜΑΙ, ΚΑΤΕΧΩ, ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ

G0142

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ar-THEH-seh-tai

Translations: it will be taken away, it will be lifted up, it will be carried, it will be removed

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'it will be taken away,' 'it will be lifted up,' or 'it will be carried.' It describes an action that will happen to something, indicating that it will be removed from its place, elevated, or transported. It is often used in contexts where something is being abolished, removed, or physically lifted.

Inflection: Future, Passive, Indicative, Third Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΑΝΑΙΡΕΩ, ΑΠΟΛΛΥΜΙ, ΥΨΟΩ

G0575

Part of Speech: Preposition, Prefix

Sounds like: AP

Translations: from, away from, of, by, with, after, since

Notes: This is an elided form of the Greek preposition 'ἀπό' (apo), which means 'from' or 'away from'. It is commonly used to indicate separation, origin, or cause. It can also function as a prefix in compound words, carrying a similar sense of separation or completion. When used as a preposition, it typically takes the genitive case. The apostrophe indicates that the final vowel (omicron) has been dropped because the next word begins with a vowel.

Inflection: Does not inflect (preposition); functions as a prefix in compound words

Synonyms: ΕΚ, ΠΑΡΑ

Etymology: The Greek preposition 'ἀπό' (apo) comes from Proto-Indo-European *apo-, meaning 'off, away'.

G3793

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: OKH-lon

Translations: crowd, a crowd, multitude, a multitude, throng, a throng

Notes: This word refers to a large gathering of people, a crowd, or a multitude. It can also denote a throng or a mob. It is commonly used in the New Testament to describe the large groups of people who followed Jesus or gathered to hear him speak.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΠΛΗΘΟΣ, ΑΓΕΛΗ

Etymology: The origin of the word is uncertain, but it is thought to be related to a word meaning 'to disturb' or 'to trouble', perhaps referring to the commotion a crowd can cause.

G0001

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ap-eng-GEH-lee

Translations: it was reported, it was announced, it was told, it was declared, it was proclaimed

Notes: This word is the aorist passive indicative, third person singular form of the verb ἀπαγγέλλω (apangellō), meaning 'to report' or 'to announce'. It indicates that something was reported or announced by someone or something else, rather than the subject performing the action directly. It is often used in contexts where news or information is conveyed.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Indicative, Third Person, Singular

Synonyms: ἈΝΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ, ΚΑΤΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ, ΕΥ̓ΑΓΓΕΛΙΖΩ

G3754

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.

G2476

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ess-TAY-kah-sin

Translations: they have stood, they stand, they are standing

Notes: This word is the third person plural, perfect active indicative form of the verb ἵστημι (histēmi), meaning 'to stand' or 'to cause to stand'. The perfect tense in Koine Greek describes a state resulting from a past action, so 'they have stood' implies a current state of standing. It can also be used to simply mean 'they stand' or 'they are standing' in a present sense, especially in the New Testament.

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

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΣΤΑΜΑΙ, ΠΑΡΙΣΤΗΜΙ, ΣΤΗΚΩ

Etymology: The verb ἵστημι (histēmi) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *steh₂-, meaning 'to stand'. It is a foundational verb in Greek, related to concepts of standing, placing, and establishing.

G1854

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: EX-oh

Translations: outside, out, without, abroad

Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'outside' or 'out'. It indicates a position or direction away from an interior or a boundary. It can be used to describe something that is physically located outside, or metaphorically, something that is excluded or beyond a certain limit.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΚΤΟΣ, ΕΞΩΘΕΝ

Etymology: From the preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of', and the suffix -ω, which forms adverbs of place. It denotes a position or movement from the inside to the outside.

G3708

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ee-DEIN

Translations: to see, to perceive, to behold, to look, to know, to understand

Notes: This word is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'ὁράω' (horao), meaning 'to see'. It is used to express the action of seeing or perceiving in a general sense, often without a specific time frame. It can also imply understanding or knowing something through observation. For example, it might be used in a sentence like 'He desired to see the truth' or 'It is good to see the light'.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΒΛΕΠΩ, ΘΕΩΡΕΩ, ΕΠΙΒΛΕΠΩ

Etymology: The verb 'ὁράω' (horao) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to see'. The aorist stem 'ἰδ-' (id-) is derived from a different, but related, Proto-Indo-European root, which also means 'to see' or 'to know'.

G2309

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: THEH-lon-tess

Translations: wanting, wishing, desiring, intending, those who want, those who wish

Notes: This word is a present active participle of the verb 'θέλω' (thelo), meaning 'to want' or 'to wish'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that is ongoing. It can be translated as 'wanting' or 'wishing', or often as 'those who want' or 'those who wish' when used substantively.

Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Nominative, Plural, Masculine

Synonyms: ΒΟΥΛΟΜΑΙ, ΕΠΙΘΥΜΩ

Etymology: The word 'θέλω' (thelo) comes from an ancient root meaning 'to wish' or 'to will'. It is related to the concept of desire and intention.

G0611

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-po-kree-THEIS

Translations: having answered, answering, replied, having replied

Notes: This word is an aorist passive participle of the verb 'to answer' or 'to reply'. It describes an action that has already occurred, often translated as 'having answered' or 'having replied'. It is typically used to introduce a statement or action that is a response to something previously said or done, functioning adverbially to describe the manner or timing of the main verb.

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

Synonyms: ΕἸΠΩΝ, ΛΕΓΩΝ

G4160

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: poy-OON-tes

Translations: doing, making, performing, practicing, those who do, those who make

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'ποιέω' (poieō), meaning 'to do' or 'to make'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an ongoing action. In the provided context, it refers to 'those who are doing' or 'those who are making' something, often implying a continuous or habitual action.

Inflection: Present Active Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Plural

Synonyms: ΠΡΑΤΤΩ, ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ

G1330

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-el-THOH-men

Translations: let us go through, let us pass through, let us cross over, let us traverse

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'across', and the verb ἔρχομαι (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go'. It means to go or pass through a place, a crowd, or a period of time. It can also refer to traversing or crossing over something. In the given form, it is used as a hortatory subjunctive, expressing an exhortation or suggestion for a group to perform the action.

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

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΔΙΑΒΑΙΝΩ, ΠΕΡΑΩ

G4008

Part of Speech: Adverb, Preposition

Sounds like: peh-RAN

Translations: beyond, over, on the other side, across

Notes: This word functions as an adverb meaning 'beyond' or 'on the other side,' indicating a location or direction. It can also be used as a preposition, typically with the genitive case, to mean 'beyond' or 'across' something, indicating movement or position relative to a boundary.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΠΕΚΕΙΝΑ, ΕΚΕΙΘΕΝ

Etymology: From the root *per- meaning 'to pass through, to go over.' It is related to the verb περάω (peraō), meaning 'to pass through' or 'to cross.'

G0321

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: an-EEKH-theh-san

Translations: they were led up, they were brought up, they put to sea, they set sail, they sailed away

Notes: This word is the third person plural, aorist passive indicative form of the verb ἀνάγω (anagō). It means 'they were led up' or 'they were brought up'. In a nautical context, it commonly means 'they put to sea' or 'they set sail', referring to ships or people on ships departing from shore. It describes an action that happened in the past, completed at a specific point.

Inflection: Third Person, Plural, Aorist, Passive, Indicative

Synonyms: ΑΙΡΩ, ΑΠΟΠΛΕΩ, ΕΞΑΓΩ

Etymology: The word ἀνάγω (anagō) is a compound word formed from the preposition ἀνά (ana), meaning 'up' or 'again', and the verb ἄγω (agō), meaning 'to lead' or 'to bring'.

G4126

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: PLEH-on-ton

Translations: of those sailing, of those traveling by sea, of those voyaging

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'to sail' or 'to travel by sea'. It describes an action being performed by a group of people. In this form, it indicates possession or origin, referring to 'those who are sailing' or 'those who are traveling by sea'. It functions like a noun in the genitive case, often translated with 'of'.

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

Synonyms: ΝΑΥΤΩΝ, ΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΕΝΩΝ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *plew- 'to flow, to sail'. Cognate with Latin pluit ('it rains'), Old English flōwan ('to flow'), and English 'flow'.

G2597

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ka-TE-bee

Translations: he went down, he descended

Notes: This word means 'he went down' or 'he descended'. It describes the action of moving from a higher place to a lower one. It is typically used in past tense contexts to indicate that someone or something completed the action of descending.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΑΤΑΠΙΠΤΩ

Etymology: The word ΚΑΤΑΒΑΙΝΩ is a compound of the prefix ΚΑΤΑ (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and the verb ΒΑΙΝΩ (bainō), meaning 'to go' or 'to step'.

G2978

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: LAI-laps

Translations: whirlwind, a whirlwind, storm, a storm, tempest, a tempest

Notes: This word refers to a violent storm, a whirlwind, or a tempest. It describes a sudden and destructive atmospheric disturbance, often used metaphorically to describe overwhelming or destructive forces. It can be used in sentences like 'a great whirlwind came' or 'they were swept away by the tempest'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΘΥΕΛΛΑ, ΑΝΕΜΟΣ

Etymology: The origin of this word is uncertain, but it is thought to be of pre-Greek, possibly Pelasgian, origin, referring to a sudden, violent gust of wind.

G0417

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-NEH-moo

Translations: of wind, of a wind

Notes: This word refers to moving air, often in the context of a current or a gust. It is a common noun used to describe the natural phenomenon of wind, which can be gentle or strong. It is often used to describe the four cardinal directions or forces.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΠΝΕΥΜΑ

Etymology: The word ἈΝΕΜΟΣ (anemos) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *h₂enh₁- meaning 'to breathe, to blow'. It is related to words for 'breath' and 'spirit' in various Indo-European languages.

G4845

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soon-ep-lay-ROO-n-toh

Translations: they were being filled, they were being completed, they were being fulfilled, they were being accomplished

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition 'σύν' (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and the verb 'πληρόω' (plēroō), meaning 'to fill' or 'to complete'. The combined meaning is 'to fill up completely', 'to be filled full', or 'to be accomplished/fulfilled'. It describes a process of becoming full or complete, often implying a state of being overwhelmed or reaching a limit. In the provided context, it suggests being filled with water or danger.

Inflection: Imperfect, Indicative, Middle/Passive, Third Person Plural

Synonyms: ΠΛΗΡΟΩ, ΓΕΜΙΖΩ, ΤΕΛΕΩ

G4334

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: pros-EL-thon-tes

Translations: having come to, approaching, drawing near, coming forward, those who came to, when they came to

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb 'προσέρχομαι' (proserchomai), meaning 'to come to' or 'to approach'. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred or is occurring in relation to the main verb of the sentence. It often functions adverbially, indicating the circumstances or time of an action, such as 'when they came to' or 'after they had approached'. It can also function adjectivally, describing 'those who came to'.

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

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΕΓΓΙΖΩ, ΠΑΡΑΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ

G1326

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-ee-GAY-ran

Translations: they awoke, they aroused, they stirred up, they raised up

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the prefix 'διά' (dia), meaning 'through' or 'thoroughly', and the verb 'ἐγείρω' (egeirō), meaning 'to raise' or 'to awaken'. In this form, it means 'they thoroughly awoke', 'they aroused', 'they stirred up', or 'they raised up'. It describes an action completed in the past by a group of people, indicating that they caused someone or something to awaken or become active.

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

Synonyms: ΗΓΕΙΡΑΝ, ΑΝΕΣΤΗΣΑΝ, ΕΞΗΓΕΙΡΑΝ

G0622

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-POL-loo-meh-thah

Translations: we are perishing, we are being destroyed, we are dying, we are lost

Notes: This word describes the state of perishing, being destroyed, or being lost. It is often used in contexts where there is a sense of imminent danger or ruin. It can refer to physical death or destruction, or to a state of being spiritually lost or ruined. It is a compound word formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb ὄλλυμι (ollymi), meaning 'to destroy' or 'to lose'.

Inflection: Present, Indicative, Middle/Passive, First Person Plural

Synonyms: ΟΛΛΥΜΙ, ΑΠΟΛΛΥΩ, ΦΘΕΙΡΩ

G1263

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: dee-eh-ger-THEIS

Translations: having been awakened, having been aroused, having been stirred up

Notes: This is a compound word formed from the preposition διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'thoroughly,' and the verb ἐγείρω (egeirō), meaning 'to awaken' or 'to raise up.' As a whole, it means 'to awaken thoroughly' or 'to arouse completely.' This form is a participle, indicating an action that has already occurred, often translated as 'having been awakened' or 'having been aroused.' It describes someone or something that has been roused from sleep, inactivity, or a state of calm.

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

Synonyms: ΕΓΕΡΘΕΙΣ, ΑΝΑΣΤΑΣ

G1055

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: gah-LEE-nay

Translations: calm, a calm, tranquility, quietness

Notes: This word refers to a state of calm or tranquility, often specifically describing a calm sea or weather. It is used to denote a peaceful and undisturbed condition, contrasting with storms or disturbances. It can be used in sentences to describe the cessation of a storm or a period of peace.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ἨΣΥΧΙΑ, ΕἸΡΗΝΗ

Etymology: The etymology of ΓΑΛΗΝΗ is uncertain, but it is thought to be related to a root meaning 'to be calm' or 'to shine brightly'.

G4102

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.

G5399

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: foh-bee-THEN-tes

Translations: fearing, having feared, being afraid, having been afraid

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'phobeo', meaning 'to fear' or 'to be afraid'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action or state related to the main verb in a sentence. It indicates that the subject of the action is the one who is fearing or has feared. It is often used to describe a state of apprehension or reverence.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Plural

Synonyms: ΔΕΙΛΙΑΩ, ΤΡΕΜΩ

G2296

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-THAV-mah-san

Translations: they marveled, they wondered, they were amazed, they admired

Notes: This is a verb in the aorist active indicative, third person plural. It means to marvel, wonder, be amazed, or admire. It describes a strong feeling of surprise, astonishment, or admiration, often implying a sense of awe or wonder at something remarkable or unexpected. It can be used to express a reaction to something beautiful, powerful, or unusual.

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

Synonyms: ἘΚΠΛΗΤΤΩ, ἘΚΘΑΜΒΕΩ

G0686, G0685

Part of Speech: Particle, Noun

Sounds like: AH-rah

Translations: then, therefore, so, consequently, perhaps, indeed, is it that?, curse, an imprecation

Notes: The word 'ἈΡΑ' can function as a particle or a noun. As a particle, it is used to introduce a question, often expecting a negative answer, or to draw an inference, meaning 'then' or 'therefore'. It can also express a degree of uncertainty or possibility, translating to 'perhaps' or 'indeed'. As a noun, 'ἈΡΑ' refers to a curse or an imprecation, a solemn utterance intended to invoke a supernatural power to inflict harm or punishment on someone or something.

Inflection: As a particle, it does not inflect. As a noun, it is Feminine, Singular, Nominative.

Synonyms: ΟΥ̓Ν, ΤΟΙΓΑΡΟΥΝ, ΚΑΤΑΡΑ

Etymology: The particle 'ἈΡΑ' is of uncertain origin, possibly an onomatopoeic exclamation. The noun 'ἈΡΑ' (curse) is also of uncertain origin, possibly related to the verb 'ἀράομαι' (araomai) meaning 'to pray, to curse'.

G3778

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: OO-tos

Translations: this, that, he, she, it, these, those, this one, that one

Notes: This word is a demonstrative pronoun, meaning 'this' or 'that'. It is used to point out something or someone that is near, or has just been mentioned. It can function as a substantive (e.g., 'he', 'she', 'it', 'this one') or as an adjective modifying a noun (e.g., 'this man', 'these things'). It often refers to something immediately present or recently discussed in the discourse.

Inflection: Masculine, Nominative, Singular

Synonyms: ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ, ΟΔΕ

Etymology: The word ΟΥΤΟΣ is of uncertain origin, but it is thought to be an ancient demonstrative pronoun in Greek, possibly related to other Indo-European demonstratives.

G5219

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: hoo-pah-koo-OO-sin

Translations: they obey, they hearken, they submit

Notes: This word means to obey, to hearken to, or to submit to. It is a compound word formed from the preposition ΥΠΟ (hypo), meaning 'under' or 'in submission to', and the verb ΑΚΟΥΩ (akouo), meaning 'to hear' or 'to listen'. Thus, it literally means 'to hear under' or 'to listen in submission'. It is used to describe the act of complying with commands or authority.

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

Synonyms: ΠΕΙΘΩ, ΕΝΤΕΛΛΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word ΥΠΑΚΟΥΩ is a compound of the preposition ΥΠΟ (hypo), meaning 'under' or 'in submission to', and the verb ΑΚΟΥΩ (akouo), meaning 'to hear' or 'to listen'.

G1087

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: GER-geh-SEE-nohn

Translations: (of) the Gergesenes

Notes: This is a proper noun referring to the inhabitants of a region called Gergesa. They are mentioned in the New Testament Gospels as the people living in the area where Jesus cast out demons into a herd of pigs. The exact location of Gergesa is debated, but it is generally understood to be on the eastern side of the Sea of Galilee.

Inflection: Genitive, Plural, Masculine

Etymology: The name 'Gergesenes' is derived from 'Gergesa', a place name of uncertain origin, possibly related to an ancient city or tribe.

G3748

Part of Speech: Relative Pronoun

Sounds like: HEE-tis

Translations: who, which, whoever, whichever, whatever

Notes: ΗΤΙΣ is a relative pronoun, used to introduce a clause that describes a preceding noun. It is a compound word formed from the definite article and the indefinite pronoun. It functions similarly to 'who' or 'which' in English, often providing additional information about a person or thing. It is used in a descriptive sense, often emphasizing the quality or characteristic of the antecedent.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΟΣ, ΟΣΤΙΣ

Etymology: This word is a compound of the feminine definite article 'ἡ' (he) and the indefinite pronoun 'τις' (tis). It developed in Koine Greek to provide a more emphatic or descriptive relative pronoun than the simple 'ὅς' (hos).

G0495

Part of Speech: Adverb, Preposition

Sounds like: an-tee-PEH-ra

Translations: opposite, over against, on the other side, across

Notes: This word functions as an adverb meaning 'opposite' or 'on the other side'. It can also be used as an improper preposition, typically taking the genitive case, to mean 'over against' or 'across from' a particular place or person. It indicates a position directly facing or on the opposite side of something.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΕΡΑΝ, ΕΝΑΝΤΙΟΝ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the Greek preposition ἀντί (anti), meaning 'opposite' or 'instead of', and the adverb πέρα (pera), meaning 'beyond' or 'on the other side'.

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ex-EL-thon-tee

Translations: (to) having gone out, (to) going out, (to) coming out, (to) departing, (to) leaving

Notes: This word is the dative singular masculine aorist active participle of the verb 'ἐξέρχομαι' (exerchomai), meaning 'to go out', 'to come out', 'to depart', or 'to leave'. As a participle, it describes an action performed by the subject, often translated as 'to him who went out' or 'when he had gone out', indicating the person to whom something is happening after they have performed the action of going out.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΕΚΒΑΙΝΩ, ΕΚΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ

G5550

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KHRO-noh

Translations: (to) time, (in) time, a time, season, period

Notes: This word refers to a period of time, a season, or a specific moment. It is often used to indicate when something occurs, frequently appearing with prepositions like 'ἐν' (in) to denote 'in time' or 'at a certain time'. It can also refer to a duration or an appointed time.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΚΑΙΡΟΣ, ΑΙΩΝ

Etymology: The word ΧΡΟΝΟΣ (chronos) comes from Proto-Indo-European. It refers to a duration of time, as opposed to καιρός (kairos), which refers to a specific, opportune time.

G2427

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ee-kah-NOH

Translations: to make sufficient, to make competent, to enable, to qualify, to render fit

Notes: This verb means to make someone or something sufficient, competent, or able to do something. It implies equipping or qualifying for a task or purpose. It can be used to describe God enabling people, or people making themselves or others capable.

Inflection: First Person Singular, Present Active Indicative

Synonyms: ΑΡΚΕΩ, ΕΞΑΡΚΕΩ, ΚΑΘΙΣΤΗΜΙ

Etymology: From the adjective ἱκανός (hikanos), meaning 'sufficient, adequate, competent'. The verb form means to make someone or something sufficient or competent.

G1746

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: en-EH-doo-SAH-toh

Translations: he put on, he clothed himself, he was clothed

Notes: This word describes the action of putting on clothing or being clothed. It is often used in the context of someone dressing themselves or being dressed in a particular garment, such as sackcloth or other attire. It can also be used metaphorically for being 'clothed' with a quality or characteristic.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Middle/Passive, Third Person, Singular

Synonyms: ἈΜΦΙΕΝΝΥΜΙ, ΠΕΡΙΒΑΛΛΩ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἐν (en, 'in') and δύω (duō, 'to enter, to put on'). It literally means 'to go into' or 'to put oneself into' clothing.

G2440

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ee-MA-tee-on

Translations: garment, a garment, cloak, a cloak, clothes, clothing

Notes: This word refers to an outer garment or cloak, which was a common piece of clothing in ancient times. It could also refer to clothing in general. It is often used in the context of someone wearing or taking off an article of clothing.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΧΙΤΩΝ, ΕΝΔΥΜΑ, ΣΤΟΛΗ

Etymology: The word ἱμάτιον (himátion) is a diminutive of ἱμάτιον (híma), meaning 'garment' or 'clothing'. It is related to the verb ἵημι (híēmi), 'to send, throw', suggesting something thrown over or put on.

G2424

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'.

G0340

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: ah-nah-KRAX-as

Translations: having cried out, crying out, shouting, having shouted

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb ἀνακράζω (anakrazō). It describes an action of crying out or shouting that has been completed before or at the time of the main verb. It is a compound word formed from ἀνά (aná), meaning 'up' or 'again', and κράζω (krazō), meaning 'to cry out' or 'to shout'. It is used to indicate a sudden, loud cry or shout, often in response to something.

Inflection: Aorist Active Participle, Masculine, Singular, Nominative

Synonyms: ΚΡΑΖΩ, ΒΟΑΩ, ΦΩΝΕΩ

Etymology: The word ἀνακράζω (anakrazō) is a compound verb formed from the prefix ἀνά (aná), meaning 'up' or 'again', and the verb κράζω (krazō), meaning 'to cry out' or 'to shout'. The prefix intensifies the action of crying out.

G4363

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pros-EP-eh-sen

Translations: fell upon, fell down before, happened, occurred, approached, attacked

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition πρός (pros), meaning 'to' or 'towards,' and the verb πίπτω (piptō), meaning 'to fall.' In its aorist form, it describes an action that happened at a specific point in the past. It can mean to fall upon someone or something, often in supplication or attack, or to happen or occur, especially in reference to events or news. It can also imply approaching or encountering.

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

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΠΙΠΤΩ, ΣΥΜΒΑΙΝΩ, ΠΡΟΣΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word προσπίπτω is a compound of the preposition πρός (pros), meaning 'to, towards, with,' and the verb πίπτω (piptō), meaning 'to fall.' The combination signifies 'to fall towards' or 'to fall upon.'

G5456

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: foh-NAY

Translations: voice, sound, noise, a voice, a sound, a noise

Notes: This word refers to a voice, a sound, or a noise. It is commonly used to describe the sound produced by living beings, such as a human voice or the sound of an animal, but can also refer to inanimate sounds like thunder or the sound of a trumpet. It is a feminine noun.

Inflection: Nominative, Singular, Feminine

Synonyms: ΗΧΟΣ, ΚΡΑΥΓΗ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *bʰeh₂- (to speak, tell, say). Cognate with Latin fari (to speak) and English ban.

G5101

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.

G4771

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: SOY

Translations: (to) you, (for) you, you

Notes: This is the second-person singular dative pronoun in Koine Greek, meaning 'to you' or 'for you'. It can also simply translate as 'you' when the context implies a dative relationship, such as indirect object or a recipient of an action. It is used to indicate the person to whom something is given, said, or done, or for whom an action is performed. For example, 'I give to you' or 'I do this for you'.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Second Person

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is a very ancient pronoun, found across many Indo-European languages.

G5310

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: YP-see-STOO

Translations: (of) the Most High, (of) the Highest, (of) God Most High

Notes: This word means 'highest' or 'most high'. It is often used as a substantive, referring to God as 'the Most High'. It describes something or someone that is supreme in position, rank, or quality. When used in a sentence, it typically functions as an adjective modifying a noun, or as a noun itself referring to God.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΝΩΤΑΤΟΣ, ΥΠΕΡΤΑΤΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΥΨΙΣΤΟΣ (hypsistos) is derived from the Greek word ὕψος (hypsos), meaning 'height' or 'summit'. It is the superlative form of the adjective ὑψηλός (hypsēlos), meaning 'high'.

G1189

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: DEH-oh-my

Translations: I beg, I pray, I ask, I entreat, I implore, I need, I want

Notes: This verb means to beg, pray, ask, or entreat. It often implies a sense of need or desire for something. It can be used to express a request to someone or for something, often followed by an infinitive or a genitive case indicating what is needed or requested.

Inflection: First person singular, Present, Middle/Passive, Indicative

Synonyms: ΑΙΤΕΩ, ΠΡΟΣΕΥΧΟΜΑΙ, ΠΑΡΑΚΑΛΕΩ

Etymology: From an uncontracted form of the verb δέω (deō), meaning 'to bind' or 'to lack'. The middle voice often conveys the sense of 'to be in need of' or 'to ask for oneself'.

G3853

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: par-ang-GEL-len

Translations: commanded, ordered, instructed, charged, gave orders, gave instructions

Notes: This word is the third person singular imperfect active indicative form of the verb 'παραγγέλλω'. It describes an action of commanding, ordering, or instructing that was ongoing or repeated in the past. It implies a directive given with authority, often with a sense of urgency or importance. It can be used to describe someone giving a command to another person or a group.

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

Synonyms: ΕΝΤΕΛΛΟΜΑΙ, ΚΕΛΕΥΩ, ΠΡΟΣΤΑΤΤΩ

G4151

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

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ex-EL-thain

Translations: to go out, to come out, to depart, to exit

Notes: This word is an aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'exerchomai', meaning 'to go out' or 'to come out'. It is a compound verb formed from 'ek' (out of) and 'erchomai' (to come/go). It describes the action of moving from an inside place to an outside place, or from one state to another. It can be used in contexts like leaving a house, departing from a city, or emerging from a situation.

Inflection: Infinitive, Aorist, Active

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΒΑΙΝΩ, ΕΚΒΑΙΝΩ, ΑΠΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

G4884

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soon-hare-PAH-kay

Translations: had seized, had caught, had carried away, had snatched away

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from 'σύν' (together with) and 'ἁρπάζω' (to seize, snatch). It means to seize, catch, or carry away with force, often implying a sudden or violent action. It describes an action that was completed in the past before another past action, or an ongoing past action. It can be used to describe someone being taken by force or being overcome by something.

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Pluperfect Indicative, Active Voice

Synonyms: ΑΙΡΕΩ, ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΚΑΤΑΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ

G1195

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-des-MEH-yoo-eh-toh

Translations: he was being bound, it was being bound, he was bound, it was bound

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to be bound' or 'to be put in chains'. It describes an action that was happening continuously or repeatedly in the past, or a state of being bound that existed in the past. It is often used in contexts where someone or something is physically restrained or imprisoned.

Inflection: Imperfect, Indicative, Middle/Passive, Third Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΔΕΩ, ΚΑΤΑΔΕΩ

Etymology: The word comes from δέσμος (desmos), meaning 'a bond' or 'fetter', which itself is derived from the verb δέω (deō), meaning 'to bind'.

G5442

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: foo-LAS-so-meh-nos

Translations: being guarded, being kept, being preserved, being observed, being watched

Notes: This word is a present passive participle derived from the verb 'to guard' or 'to keep'. It describes someone or something that is currently in the process of being guarded, kept, or preserved. It can also refer to something that is being observed or watched. It functions like an adjective, modifying a noun, and indicates an ongoing action being done to the subject.

Inflection: Present, Passive, Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Singular

Synonyms: ΤΗΡΟΥΜΕΝΟΣ, ΠΡΟΣΕΧΟΜΕΝΟΣ

G1284

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: dee-ar-RAYS-sone

Translations: tearing, rending, bursting, breaking, splitting

Notes: This word describes the action of tearing, rending, or bursting something apart. It implies a forceful and often violent separation or breaking. It is used to describe actions like tearing clothes as a sign of grief or distress, or a demon breaking chains.

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

Synonyms: ΡΗΓΝΥΜΙ, ΣΧΙΖΩ, ΛΥΩ

Etymology: The word ΔΙΑΡΡΗΣΣΩ (diarrhēssō) is a compound word formed from the preposition ΔΙΑ (dia), meaning 'through' or 'apart,' and the verb ΡΗΓΝΥΜΙ (rhēgnymi), meaning 'to break' or 'to burst.'

G1643

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ee-LAU-neh-toh

Translations: he was driven, it was driven, he was led, it was led, he was carried, it was carried

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to drive', 'to lead', or 'to carry'. In this form, it is in the imperfect tense, indicating a continuous or repeated action in the past, and in the passive voice, meaning the subject was receiving the action. It describes someone or something being driven, led, or carried by an external force.

Inflection: Imperfect, Indicative, Passive, 3rd Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΑΓΩ, ΦΕΡΩ

Etymology: The word ΕΛΑΥΝΩ comes from an ancient root meaning 'to drive' or 'to push'. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages with similar meanings of motion or propulsion.

G1140

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: dah-ee-MO-nee-oo

Translations: of a demon, of an evil spirit, of a divine being

Notes: This word refers to a demon or an evil spirit, often associated with supernatural entities that cause harm or possess individuals. In ancient Greek thought, it could also refer to a divine being or a lesser deity, but in the Koine context, especially in the New Testament, it predominantly signifies an evil spirit. It is used to describe the source of afflictions or the nature of supernatural opposition.

Inflection: Genitive, Singular, Neuter

Synonyms: ΠΝΕΥΜΑ, ΔΑΙΜΩΝ

Etymology: The word ΔΑΙΜΟΝΙΟΝ (daimonion) is derived from the Greek word δαίμων (daimōn), which originally referred to a divine power, fate, or a lesser deity. Over time, its meaning evolved, particularly in the Septuagint and New Testament, to primarily denote an evil spirit or demon.

G2048

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: eh-RAY-moos

Translations: desolate, deserted, solitary, lonely, wilderness, desert, a wilderness, a desert

Notes: This word describes something that is desolate, deserted, or solitary. It can be used as an adjective to modify a noun, meaning 'desolate' or 'lonely'. It can also function as a noun itself, referring to a 'wilderness' or 'deserted place'. In the provided examples, it is used in the accusative plural, referring to 'desolate places' or 'deserts'.

Inflection: Accusative, Plural, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΝΥΔΡΟΣ, ΕΡΗΜΙΑ, ΕΡΗΜΩΣΙΣ

Etymology: The word ΕΡΗΜΟΣ (erēmos) comes from a pre-Greek word, possibly related to the concept of being 'empty' or 'alone'.

G2424

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).

G3686

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.

G3003

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: leh-gee-OHN

Translations: legion, a legion, multitude

Notes: This word refers to a 'legion,' which was a large unit of the Roman army, typically consisting of several thousand soldiers. In a broader sense, it can also refer to a very large number or a multitude of something, often used to describe a great many people or, as seen in the provided context, a large number of demons.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΛΗΘΟΣ, ΜΥΡΙΑΣ

Etymology: The word ΛΕΓΙΩΝ is a transliteration of the Latin word 'legio', meaning 'a levy, a body of soldiers, a legion'. It is derived from the Latin verb 'legere', meaning 'to gather, to choose'.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eis-EEL-then

Translations: entered, went in, came in, came into, went into

Notes: This is a verb meaning 'to enter' or 'to go/come in'. It describes the action of moving from an outside location to an inside one. It is often used to indicate arrival or penetration into a place or state.

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

Synonyms: ΕΙΣΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ, ΕΙΣΒΑΙΝΩ, ΕΙΣΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word εἰσέρχομαι (eiserchomai) is a compound verb formed from the preposition εἰς (eis), meaning 'into' or 'to', and the verb ἔρχομαι (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go'.

G4183

Part of Speech: Adjective, Adverb

Sounds like: POL-lah

Translations: much, many, great, abundant, often, greatly, many things

Notes: This word is an inflection of the adjective 'ΠΟΛΥΣ' (polys), meaning 'much' or 'many'. As an adjective, 'ΠΟΛΛΑ' typically functions as the neuter plural nominative or accusative, meaning 'many things' or 'much'. It can also function as an adverb, meaning 'often' or 'greatly'. It is used to indicate a large quantity or frequency.

Inflection: Neuter, Plural, Nominative or Accusative (of the adjective ΠΟΛΥΣ); or Adverb

Synonyms: ΠΛΕΙΩΝ, ΙΚΑΝΟΣ

G3870

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: par-eh-ka-LOON

Translations: they were calling alongside, they were exhorting, they were comforting, they were appealing to, they were entreating, they were encouraging

Notes: This word is the third person plural imperfect active indicative form of the verb παρακαλέω (parakaleō). It describes an ongoing or repeated action in the past, meaning 'they were calling someone to their side,' 'they were exhorting,' 'they were comforting,' 'they were appealing to,' or 'they were encouraging.' It implies a continuous or habitual action of summoning, urging, or consoling.

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

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΑΚΑΛΟΥΝΤΕΣ, ΠΑΡΑΚΑΛΟΥΜΕΝΟΙ, ΠΑΡΑΚΑΛΟΥΣΙΝ

Etymology: The word παρακαλέω is a compound of παρά (para), meaning 'beside' or 'alongside,' and καλέω (kaleō), meaning 'to call.' Thus, its core meaning is 'to call to one's side.'

G2026

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ep-ee-TAH-xee

Translations: command, order, instruction, injunction, a command, an order, an instruction, an injunction

Notes: This word refers to a command, order, or instruction given with authority. It implies a directive that is to be followed. It can be used in contexts where someone in a position of power issues a mandate or a specific instruction.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΕΝΤΟΛΗ, ΠΡΟΣΤΑΓΜΑ, ΔΙΑΤΑΓΗ

Etymology: Derived from the verb ἐπιτάσσω (epitassō), meaning 'to command' or 'to order'. It is formed from the preposition ἐπί (epi), meaning 'upon' or 'over', and τάσσω (tassō), meaning 'to arrange' or 'to appoint'.

G0012

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-BY-ss-on

Translations: abyss, a bottomless pit, the deep, the underworld

Notes: This word refers to a very deep or bottomless place, often associated with the underworld or a vast body of water. It is used to describe a place of immense depth, often implying a sense of mystery, danger, or the unknown. In some contexts, it can refer to the primeval deep or the realm of the dead.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΒΑΘΟΣ, ΤΑΡΤΑΡΟΣ

Etymology: From Greek 'a-' (privative, meaning 'without') and 'byssos' (bottom). Thus, it literally means 'without bottom' or 'bottomless'.

G0034

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-geh-LAY

Translations: herd, a herd, flock, a flock, drove, a drove, company, a company

Notes: This word refers to a group of animals, such as a herd of cattle or a flock of sheep. It can also be used metaphorically to describe a group or company of people, often implying a large, undifferentiated mass. It is typically used in the singular or plural to denote a collective body.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΟΙΜΝΗ, ΒΟΥΚΟΛΙΟΝ

Etymology: The word ἈΓΕΛΗ comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to drive, to lead'. It is related to words signifying 'driver' or 'leader'.

G1006

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: bos-ko-MEH-non

Translations: (of) feeding, (of) grazing, (of) pasturing, (of) tending, (of) those feeding, (of) those grazing

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'to feed' or 'to graze'. It describes something that is in the process of being fed or grazing, or someone who is tending to animals. As a participle, it functions like an adjective, modifying a noun, or like an adverb, describing an action.

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

Synonyms: ΝΕΜΟΜΕΝΩΝ, ΠΟΙΜΑΙΝΟΝΤΩΝ

Etymology: The word ΒΟΣΚΩ comes from an ancient root meaning 'to feed' or 'to pasture'. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages with similar meanings.

G3870

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: par-ek-AL-eh-san

Translations: they called to, they exhorted, they encouraged, they comforted, they appealed to, they pleaded with, they invited

Notes: This word is a verb in the aorist active indicative, third person plural. It describes an action completed in the past by a group of people. The verb 'παρακαλέω' generally means to call someone to one's side, and from that, it can take on various meanings depending on the context, such as to exhort, encourage, comfort, appeal to, or invite. It often implies a strong request or a supportive action.

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΤΡΕΠΩ, ΠΑΡΑΜΥΘΕΟΜΑΙ, ΠΡΟΣΚΑΛΕΩ

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ice-EL-thain

Translations: to enter, to go in, to come in

Notes: This word is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'to enter' or 'to go in'. It describes the action of moving into a place or situation. It is often used to indicate the commencement of an action or the arrival at a destination.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΕἸΣΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ, ΕἸΣΒΑΙΝΩ

Etymology: The word ΕἸΣΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ is a compound verb formed from the preposition ΕἸΣ (eis), meaning 'into' or 'to', and the verb ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go'.

G2010

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-peh-TREP-sen

Translations: he permitted, he allowed, he gave permission, he entrusted

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to permit,' 'to allow,' or 'to give permission.' It can also mean 'to entrust' or 'to commit something to someone.' It is often used to describe an action where authority or consent is given for something to happen. It is a compound word formed from the preposition 'ἘΠΙ' (upon, over) and the verb 'ΤΡΕΠΩ' (to turn).

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Aorist Indicative Active

Synonyms: ἈΦΙΗΜΙ, ΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ἘΑΩ

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: eks-EL-thon-tah

Translations: having gone out, going out, coming out, having come out

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'exerchomai', meaning 'to go out' or 'to come out'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has already occurred or is occurring. It indicates someone or something that has departed from a place or state.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΕΚΒΑΙΝΩ, ΕΚΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eis-EL-thon

Translations: they entered, they came in, they went in

Notes: This word is the aorist form of the verb 'to enter' or 'to come in'. It describes an action of moving into a place or situation that occurred in the past. It is used to indicate that a group of people or things performed the action of entering.

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

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΥΠΑΓΩ

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).

G0593

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-pep-NEE-gee

Translations: he was choked, she was choked, it was choked, he was drowned, she was drowned, it was drowned

Notes: This word is the third-person singular, aorist indicative, passive form of the verb ἀποπνίγω (apopnigō), which means 'to choke' or 'to drown'. In this passive form, it indicates that the subject was choked or drowned by something or someone else. It describes an action that happened in the past and was completed.

Inflection: Third Person, Singular, Aorist, Indicative, Passive

Synonyms: ΠΝΙΓΩ, ΣΥΜΠΝΙΓΩ

G1006

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: bos-KON-tes

Translations: feeding, pasturing, tending, herding, those who feed, those who pasture, those who tend, those who herd

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'to feed' or 'to pasture'. It describes someone who is actively engaged in the act of feeding or tending to livestock, such as shepherds or swineherds. In the provided examples, it refers to 'those who were feeding' or 'the feeders/herders'.

Inflection: Present, Active, Masculine, Plural, Nominative

Synonyms: ΝΟΜΕΥΣ, ΠΟΙΜΗΝ

G1096

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: geh-GO-nos

Translations: that which has happened, that which has come into being, a thing that has occurred, an event, a fact, a deed

Notes: ΓΕΓΟΝΟΣ is the perfect active participle, neuter singular, nominative or accusative case, of the verb ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ (ginomai), meaning 'to become' or 'to happen'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or noun, describing something that has already come into existence or occurred. It can refer to an event, a fact, or a deed that has taken place.

Inflection: Perfect Active Participle, Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΠΡΑΓΜΑ, ΕΡΓΟΝ, ΓΕΝΟΜΕΝΟΝ

G0518

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-pang-GEH-ee-lan

Translations: they reported, they announced, they told, they declared, they brought back word

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo, 'from, away from') and the verb ἀγγέλλω (aggellō, 'to announce, to report'). It means to bring a message from someone or somewhere, to report, announce, or declare. It is often used when conveying news or information, especially when it's a report back to someone.

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

Synonyms: ἈΝΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ, ΚΑΤΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ, ΛΕΓΩ

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ex-EHL-thon

Translations: they went out, they came out, they departed, they went forth, they came forth

Notes: This word is the third person plural, aorist indicative active form of the verb "exerchomai," meaning "to go out" or "to come out." It describes an action of moving from an inside location to an outside one, or departing from a place. It can refer to people, animals, or even abstract concepts like spirits or words emerging.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΕΚΒΑΙΝΩ, ΕΚΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word ΕΞΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ (exerchomai) is a compound verb formed from the preposition ΕΚ (ek), meaning "out of" or "from," and the verb ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ (erchomai), meaning "to come" or "to go." Thus, its etymological meaning is literally "to come/go out from."

G2064

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EEL-thon

Translations: they came, I came, he came, she came, it came

Notes: This word is an aorist active indicative form of the verb ἔρχομαι (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go'. It describes an action that happened in the past, without specifying its duration or completion. It can be used for the 1st person singular ('I came') or the 3rd person plural ('they came'), and sometimes 3rd person singular ('he/she/it came') depending on context and subject agreement.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, 1st Person Singular or 3rd Person Plural

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΒΑΙΝΩ, ΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ

G2521

Part of Speech: Participle, Adjective

Sounds like: kah-THEE-meh-non

Translations: sitting, seated, one sitting, a sitting one, that which is sitting

Notes: This word is a present middle/passive participle, meaning 'sitting' or 'seated'. It describes someone or something that is in the act of sitting or has taken a seated position. It can function as an adjective modifying a noun, or as a substantive (acting as a noun) meaning 'the one sitting' or 'that which is sitting'.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative, Present, Middle or Passive

Synonyms: ΚΑΘΕΖΟΜΕΝΟΝ, ΗΜΕΝΟΝ

G3756, G3757

Part of Speech: Adverb, Relative Adverb, Relative Pronoun

Sounds like: OO

Translations: not, no, where, of whom, of which, when

Notes: This word, written without diacritics, can represent at least two distinct Koine Greek words. It most commonly functions as a negative particle (οὐ), meaning 'not' or 'no', used to express a direct and objective negation. It can also function as a relative adverb (οὗ), meaning 'where' or 'when', indicating place or time, or as a relative genitive pronoun, meaning 'of whom' or 'of which'. The precise meaning depends on the context and the original diacritics.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a particle/adverb); Genitive, Singular, Masculine or Neuter (as a relative pronoun)

Synonyms: ΜΗ, ΟΠΟΥ

Etymology: The negative particle οὐ (ou) comes from Proto-Indo-European *ne, meaning 'not'. The relative adverb/pronoun οὗ (hou) comes from Proto-Indo-European *kʷo-, a pronominal stem.

G2439

Part of Speech: Participle, Adjective

Sounds like: hee-mah-tees-MEH-non

Translations: clothed, dressed, a clothed one, a dressed one

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle, meaning 'having been clothed' or 'dressed'. It describes someone or something that is in a state of being clothed. It functions adjectivally, modifying a noun to indicate that the noun is clothed.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative, Perfect Passive Participle

Synonyms: ΕΝΔΕΔΥΜΕΝΟΝ, ΠΕΡΙΒΕΒΛΗΜΕΝΟΝ

Etymology: The word ἱματίζω (himatizō) comes from ἱμάτιον (himatíon), meaning 'garment' or 'cloak'.

G4993

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: soh-froh-NOON-tah

Translations: being of sound mind, being in one's right mind, being self-controlled, being sensible, being prudent

Notes: This word describes someone who is of sound mind, exercising self-control, or acting with prudence and good judgment. It implies a state of mental clarity and moderation, often in contrast to madness or irrational behavior. It is used to describe someone who has regained their senses or is acting in a sensible manner.

Inflection: Present Active Participle, Accusative, Masculine or Neuter, Singular

Synonyms: ΕΜΦΡΟΝΑ, ΝΟΥΝΕΧΗ, ΕΓΚΡΑΤΗ

G5399

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-fo-BEE-thay-san

Translations: they feared, they were afraid

Notes: This word means 'they feared' or 'they were afraid'. It describes an action of experiencing fear or being struck with terror, performed by a group of people in the past. It is often used to describe a strong emotional reaction to something awe-inspiring or dangerous.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Passive, 3rd Person Plural

Synonyms: ΔΕΙΔΩ, ΤΡΕΜΩ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek φόβος (phobos, “fear”), from Proto-Indo-European *bʰegʷ- (“to flee”).

G0537

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-PAN

Translations: all, every, whole, the whole, everything

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'all', 'every', or 'whole'. It is often used to emphasize the totality or completeness of something. In the provided examples, it appears in the neuter singular form, referring to 'everything' or 'the whole'. It can modify a noun or be used substantively (as a noun) to mean 'everything'.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΠΑΣ, ΟΛΟΣ

Etymology: The word ἅπας (hapas) is a compound word formed from the intensive prefix ἀ- (a-) and πᾶς (pas), meaning 'all' or 'every'. The prefix ἀ- serves to strengthen the meaning of 'all', emphasizing totality.

G4128

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.

G5401

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PHOH-boh

Translations: (to) fear, (to) dread, (to) reverence, (to) awe, fear, dread, reverence, awe, a fear, a dread

Notes: This word is the dative singular form of the noun ΦΟΒΟΣ (phobos), meaning 'fear', 'dread', 'reverence', or 'awe'. In the dative case, it often indicates the means by which something is done, or the object to which the fear is directed. For example, it can be translated as 'by fear' or 'with fear', or 'to fear' when used with verbs that imply an object of fear or reverence. It can also denote the state of being in fear or awe.

Inflection: Dative, Singular, Masculine

Synonyms: ΔΕΟΣ, ΤΡΟΜΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΦΟΒΟΣ (phobos) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to flee' or 'to be afraid'. It is related to verbs of fleeing and being put to flight.

G4912

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soon-AY-khon-toh

Translations: they were held, they were constrained, they were distressed, they were seized, they were pressed, they were afflicted

Notes: This word is an inflected form of the verb 'συνέχω' (synechō), which means to hold together, to constrain, to press upon, or to be seized by something. In this form, it describes a past action where a group of people were being held, constrained, or distressed by something. It implies a state of being under pressure or control.

Inflection: 3rd Person Plural, Imperfect, Indicative, Passive or Middle Voice

Synonyms: ΚΡΑΤΕΩ, ΕΧΩ, ΠΙΕΖΩ

G1684

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: em-BAS

Translations: having entered, having stepped in, having gone into, having embarked

Notes: This word is the masculine nominative singular, aorist active participle of the verb 'ἐμβαίνω' (embainō), meaning 'to step in, to go into, to embark'. As a participle, it describes an action that has been completed before the main verb, often translated as 'having entered' or 'having gone into'. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun, or adverbially, indicating the circumstances of the main verb's action.

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

Synonyms: ΕἸΣΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΕἸΣΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word 'ἐμβαίνω' is a compound word formed from the preposition 'ἐν' (en), meaning 'in' or 'into', and the verb 'βαίνω' (bainō), meaning 'to step' or 'to go'.

G5290

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: hoo-pes-TREP-sen

Translations: returned, went back, came back

Notes: This word means 'returned' or 'went back'. It describes the action of someone or something going back to a previous place or state. It is used to indicate a completed action in the past.

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

Synonyms: ΑΝΑΣΤΡΕΦΩ, ΕΠΙΣΤΡΕΦΩ

Etymology: From the preposition ὑπό (hypo), meaning 'under' or 'back', and the verb στρέφω (strephō), meaning 'to turn'. Thus, it literally means 'to turn back' or 'to turn under'.

G1334

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-ay-GOH

Translations: relate, tell, recount, narrate, describe

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to relate, tell, or recount something in detail. It is often used in the context of narrating a story or describing events. It is a compound word formed from the preposition ΔΙΑ (DIA), meaning 'through' or 'thoroughly', and the verb ΗΓΕΟΜΑΙ (HEGEOMAI), meaning 'to lead' or 'to consider'. Thus, it implies leading someone through a narrative.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive Voice, Imperative, Second Person Singular

Synonyms: ΑΠΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ, ΕΚΔΙΗΓΕΟΜΑΙ, ΛΕΓΩ

G3745

Part of Speech: Relative Pronoun, Relative Adjective

Sounds like: OH-sah

Translations: as many as, all that, whatever, how many, all things whatsoever, whatever things

Notes: This word is the neuter plural form of the relative pronoun/adjective ὅσος (hosos). It means 'as many as' or 'all that/which' and is used to introduce a relative clause, referring to an indefinite quantity or number of things. It can function as both a pronoun (e.g., 'whatever things') or an adjective (e.g., 'as many things as'). It can be used in both the nominative and accusative cases.

Inflection: Neuter, Plural, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: PANTA, HAPAS

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is related to the demonstrative pronoun ὅδε (hode, 'this') and the interrogative pronoun τίς (tis, 'who? what?').

G2316

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: THEH-os

Translations: God, a God, Lord

Notes: ΘΕΟΣ (theos) is a singular noun meaning 'God' or 'a god'. In Koine Greek, it is frequently used to refer to the singular, supreme God, often with the definite article. It can also refer to a generic deity or even a human figure considered divine. It functions as a subject or object in sentences, depending on its case.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΚΥΡΙΟΣ, ΠΑΤΗΡ

Etymology: The word ΘΕΟΣ is believed to derive from a Proto-Indo-European root, though its precise origin is debated. It has cognates in various Indo-European languages.

G0565

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ap-EEL-then

Translations: he went away, he departed, he left

Notes: This is a compound verb meaning 'to go away' or 'to depart'. It is formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb ἔρχομαι (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go'. It describes an action of moving from one place to another, specifically moving away from a point of reference. It is often used to indicate a final departure or a permanent leaving.

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

Synonyms: ΕΞΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΥΠΑΓΩ, ΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ

G2596

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.

G0594

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-peh-DEH-xah-toh

Translations: he accepted, he received, he welcomed, he approved

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo, 'from, away from') and the verb δέχομαι (dechomai, 'to receive, accept'). It means to accept, receive, or welcome someone or something, often with a sense of approval or favor. It can also mean to approve of something. It is used to describe an action of taking something in or acknowledging it positively.

Inflection: Aorist Indicative, Middle Voice, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΠΡΟΣΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word ἀποδέχομαι is a compound verb derived from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb δέχομαι (dechomai), meaning 'to receive' or 'to accept'. The prefix ἀπό intensifies the action of receiving or implies receiving something from a source.

G3793

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: OCH-los

Translations: crowd, a crowd, multitude, a multitude, mob, a mob

Notes: This word refers to a large gathering of people, a multitude, or a crowd. It can sometimes carry the connotation of a common or unorganized group, or even a disorderly mob. It is typically used to describe a large number of people gathered together, often in a public space.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΠΛΗΘΟΣ, ΛΑΟΣ

Etymology: The etymology of ὈΧΛΟΣ is uncertain, but it is thought to be of pre-Greek origin or possibly related to words meaning 'to press' or 'to throng'.

G4328

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: pros-doh-KOHN-tes

Translations: expecting, waiting for, looking for, anticipating

Notes: This word is a present active participle, meaning 'expecting' or 'waiting for'. It describes someone who is actively anticipating something or someone. It is often used to indicate a state of hopeful or anxious expectation, and can be used to describe people who are looking forward to a future event or the arrival of a person.

Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Plural

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΜΕΝΟΝΤΕΣ, ΠΡΟΣΔΕΧΟΜΕΝΟΙ, ΑΠΕΚΔΕΧΟΜΕΝΟΙ

G5599, G3739

Part of Speech: Letter, Interjection, Relative Pronoun

Sounds like: OH-meh-gah (as a letter); OH (as an interjection); OH (as a pronoun)

Translations: Omega, O, Oh, the end, the last, (to) whom, (to) which, (to) what, (to) that, (to) who, (to) those, (to) whomsoever, (to) whatsoever

Notes: This character, Omega, is the twenty-fourth and final letter of the Greek alphabet. As a letter, it represents the long 'o' sound. It can also function as an interjection, similar to 'O' or 'Oh' in English, used for direct address or exclamation. Furthermore, without diacritics, 'Ω' can represent the dative singular form of the relative pronoun 'ὅς, ἥ, ὅ', meaning 'to whom', 'to which', or 'to what', depending on context and gender. It can refer to a person or thing that is the indirect object of an action.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a letter or interjection); Dative, Singular, All genders (as a relative pronoun)

Etymology: The letter Omega is derived from the Phoenician letter 'ayin'. Its name literally means 'great O' (ō mega), distinguishing it from Omicron ('small O'). As a relative pronoun, it originates from Proto-Indo-European roots.

G0758

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: AR-khone

Translations: ruler, a ruler, prince, chief, magistrate, official, leader

Notes: This word refers to a person in a position of authority or leadership. It can denote a ruler, a prince, a chief, or any high-ranking official or magistrate. It is used to describe someone who holds power or has a prominent role in a community or government.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΗΓΕΜΩΝ, ΚΥΡΙΟΣ, ΒΑΣΙΛΕΥΣ

Etymology: From the verb ἄρχω (archō), meaning 'to rule, to begin'. It refers to one who is first or who leads.

G5225

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: hoo-PEER-khen

Translations: was, existed, there was, there existed, had, possessed

Notes: This word is the imperfect active indicative form of the verb 'to be' or 'to exist', often implying a state of being or possession that continued over a period in the past. It can mean 'was', 'existed', or 'there was/existed'. It can also mean 'to have' or 'to possess', indicating what someone had or what was available to them. It describes a continuous or repeated action or state in the past.

Inflection: Third Person, Singular, Imperfect, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΗΝ, ΕΓΕΝΕΤΟ

G4098

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: peh-SOHN

Translations: having fallen, falling, fell, fallen

Notes: ΠΕΣΩΝ is the aorist active participle of the verb ΠΙΠΤΩ, meaning 'to fall' or 'to fall down'. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred or is completed relative to the main verb of the sentence. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun, or adverbially, indicating cause, time, or manner. For example, 'the man having fallen' or 'when he fell'.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑΠΙΠΤΩ, ΕΜΠΙΠΤΩ, ΠΕΡΙΠΙΠΤΩ

Etymology: The root verb ΠΙΠΤΩ comes from an ancient Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to fall'. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages that also convey the idea of falling or dropping.

G3870

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-reh-KAH-lei

Translations: he was calling alongside, he was exhorting, he was comforting, he was urging, he was appealing, he was entreating

Notes: This word is the third person singular imperfect active indicative form of the verb παρακαλέω (parakaleō). It describes an action that was ongoing or repeated in the past. It means to call someone to one's side, to summon, to invite, to encourage, to exhort, to comfort, to console, to appeal to, or to entreat.

Inflection: Imperfect, Active, Indicative, Third Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΑΜΥΘΕΟΜΑΙ, ΠΑΡΑΚΛΗΤΟΣ, ΠΑΡΑΙΝΕΩ

G2364

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: thoo-GAH-teer

Translations: daughter, a daughter

Notes: This word refers to a female offspring, a daughter. It is a common noun used to denote a familial relationship. It can be used in various contexts to refer to someone's child who is female, or metaphorically to refer to a female descendant or inhabitant of a place.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΚΟΡΗ, ΠΑΙΣ

Etymology: The word ΘΥΓΑΤΗΡ comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *dʰugʰ₂tḗr, meaning 'daughter'. It has cognates in many Indo-European languages.

G3439

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: moh-no-geh-NES

Translations: only begotten, only, unique, one and only

Notes: This is a compound word formed from 'monos' (only, alone) and 'genos' (race, kind, offspring). It describes something that is the only one of its kind, unique, or singularly born. It is often used in a theological context to refer to Jesus Christ as the 'only begotten' Son of God, emphasizing His unique relationship with the Father. It can also describe an only child or something that is unique in its category.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΜΟΝΟΣ, ΙΔΙΟΣ

Etymology: This word is a compound of the Greek words ΜΟΝΟΣ (monos), meaning 'only' or 'alone', and ΓΕΝΟΣ (genos), meaning 'race', 'kind', or 'offspring'. It literally means 'only-born' or 'of a unique kind'.

G5613

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.

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: ow-TEH

Translations: she, herself, to her, for her, of her, her, it, itself, to it, for it, of it, its, they, them, themselves

Notes: This word is a form of the pronoun 'autos', meaning 'self' or 'same'. It can function as a personal pronoun (he, she, it, they), a reflexive pronoun (himself, herself, itself, themselves), or an intensive pronoun (the very, the same). Its specific meaning depends on its case, number, and gender, and the context of the sentence.

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

Etymology: The word 'autos' (from which 'autē' is derived) comes from Proto-Indo-European *h₁ew-to-, a pronominal stem. It is related to other pronouns and demonstratives in various Indo-European languages.

G3793

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: O-KHLOY

Translations: crowds, multitudes, mobs

Notes: This word refers to a large gathering of people, a crowd, or a multitude. It can sometimes carry a negative connotation, implying a disorganized or unruly mob. It is commonly used in the New Testament to refer to the general populace or large groups of people following Jesus.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Vocative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΠΛΗΘΟΣ, ΛΑΟΣ

Etymology: The word ὈΧΛΟΣ is of uncertain origin, possibly from a root meaning 'to press' or 'to throng'. It refers to a dense mass of people.

G4846

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soon-ep-NEE-gon

Translations: they were choking, they were crowding, they were pressing in on, they were suffocating

Notes: This is a compound verb, formed from the prefix ΣΥΝ- (syn-, meaning 'with' or 'together') and the verb ΠΝΙΓΩ (pnigō, meaning 'to choke' or 'to strangle'). In its compound form, it means to choke or crowd together, to press in on, or to suffocate. It describes an action where multiple individuals are collectively causing a restrictive or suffocating effect, often by pressing in on someone or something.

Inflection: Imperfect, Active, Indicative, Third Person Plural

Synonyms: ΘΛΙΒΩ, ΣΥΝΕΧΩ, ΠΙΕΖΩ

G5607

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: OO-sah

Translations: being, existing, that is, who is, a being, the one being

Notes: This word is the present active participle of the verb 'to be' (εἰμί). It describes something that is in a state of being or existence. It is used to qualify a noun, often translated as 'being', 'existing', or 'that is/who is'. In this form, it is feminine, singular, and can be either nominative or accusative, depending on its role in the sentence.

Inflection: Feminine, Singular, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ὙΠΑΡΧΟΥΣΑ, ΓΙΝΟΜΕΝΗ

G0129

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: AI-mah-tos

Translations: of blood

Notes: This word refers to blood, the fluid that circulates in the vascular system of humans and other vertebrates. In Koine Greek, it is often used literally to refer to physical blood, but can also be used metaphorically to denote lineage, sacrifice, or violent death. As a genitive form, it typically indicates possession, origin, or material, often translated as 'of blood'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Neuter

Etymology: The word ΑΙΜΑ (haima) comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is an ancient Greek word that has maintained its core meaning of 'blood' throughout its history.

G4327

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: pros-an-a-LOH-sa-sa

Translations: having spent, having consumed, having wasted, having expended

Notes: This word is a compound verb, formed from 'πρός' (towards, in addition), 'ἀνά' (up, again), and 'ἀναλίσκω' (to spend, consume). It means to spend or consume completely, often implying a significant or exhaustive expenditure, or to spend in addition. It is used to describe an action that has been completed in the past, often with a sense of having used up resources entirely.

Inflection: Aorist Active Participle, Nominative, Singular, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΝΑΛΙΣΚΩ, ΔΑΠΑΝΑΩ, ΕΚΔΑΠΑΝΑΩ

Etymology: The verb προσαναλίσκω (prosanáliskō) is a compound of πρός (pros, 'to, toward, in addition'), ἀνά (ana, 'up, again'), and ἀναλίσκω (analiskō, 'to spend, consume'). The root verb ἀναλίσκω itself comes from ἀνά (ana) and ἁλίσκω (haliskō, 'to be captured, to be taken').

G3650

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: HO-lon

Translations: whole, entire, all, complete, a whole, an entire

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'whole' or 'entire'. It describes something as being complete or undivided. It can be used to emphasize the totality of something, such as 'the whole house' or 'all the people'. In the provided examples, it refers to the entirety of a task or a place.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΠΑΣ, ΣΥΝΟΛΟΝ

Etymology: From a prolonged form of a primary word; properly, 'all', 'the whole', 'entire'.

G4334

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: pros-el-THOO-sah

Translations: having come to, having approached, having gone to, having drawn near, having arrived

Notes: This word is a feminine, singular, nominative, aorist active participle of the verb 'προσέρχομαι' (proserchomai), meaning 'to come to' or 'to approach'. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred, often functioning adverbially to describe the manner or time of another action, or adjectivally to describe a noun. It indicates that a female subject has performed the action of coming or approaching.

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

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΕΓΓΙΖΩ, ΠΑΡΑΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ

G3694

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: oh-PIS-then

Translations: behind, after, back, backward

Notes: This word is an adverb indicating position or direction. It means 'behind' in terms of location, or 'after' in terms of time or sequence. It can also refer to moving 'backward' or 'to the rear'. It is often used to describe something that follows or is located at the back of something else.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΠΙΣΩ, ΚΑΤΟΠΙΝ

Etymology: From an assumed derivative of the preposition 'ὀπίσω' (opisō), meaning 'behind' or 'backwards'. It is related to the concept of 'seeing' or 'looking back'.

G3916

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: pa-ra-KHRAY-ma

Translations: immediately, at once, forthwith, straightway, instantly

Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'immediately' or 'at once'. It emphasizes the suddenness or instantaneous nature of an action, indicating that something happens without delay. It is often used to describe events that occur right after something else.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΥΘΕΩΣ, ΑΥΤΙΚΑ, ΤΑΧΕΩΣ

Etymology: This word is a compound of the preposition παρά (para), meaning 'beside' or 'by', and χρῆμα (chrēma), meaning 'thing' or 'matter', which in this context refers to 'the present moment'. The combination conveys the sense of 'right by the thing/moment', hence 'immediately'.

G0680

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ap-SAH-me-nos

Translations: having touched, touching, having taken hold of, taking hold of

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'ἅπτω' (hapto), meaning 'to touch' or 'to take hold of'. It describes an action that has been completed or is ongoing, often indicating a close physical or metaphorical connection. It is frequently used to describe someone who has made contact with something or someone, often with the implication of affecting or being affected by that contact. For example, it can refer to touching a person, an object, or even a concept.

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

Synonyms: ΘΙΓΩΝ, ΕΦΑΨΑΜΕΝΟΣ

G0720

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ar-noo-MEH-non

Translations: of those denying, of those refusing, of those rejecting

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'ἀρνέομαι', meaning 'to deny', 'to refuse', or 'to reject'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or a noun, describing an action or state. In this form, it refers to 'those who are denying' or 'those who are refusing', often implying a group of people. It is used in a genitive construction, indicating possession or relationship, such as 'of those denying'.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive Voice, Genitive, Plural, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΠΑΡΝΕΟΜΑΙ, ΑΘΕΤΕΩ, ΑΠΩΘΕΩ

G4912

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soon-EKH-oo-sin

Translations: press, hold, constrain, afflict, oppress, surround, throng, hold fast, seize, be held, be distressed, be in anguish

Notes: This word means to hold together, to press upon, or to constrain. It can describe a physical pressing or surrounding, such as a crowd pressing in on someone. It can also refer to a more abstract sense of being constrained, afflicted, or distressed by circumstances or emotions. In the provided context, it describes crowds pressing in on someone.

Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, 3rd Person Plural

Synonyms: ΠΙΕΖΩ, ΘΛΙΒΩ, ΚΡΑΤΕΩ

G0598

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-poh-THLEE-boo-sin

Translations: press, crowd, throng, crush

Notes: This word means to press upon, crowd, or throng, often with the implication of being squeezed or crushed. It describes a situation where many people or things are pushing against something or someone, causing pressure. It is typically used in contexts where a large group is pressing in on an individual or object.

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

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΕΧΩ, ΘΛΙΒΩ, ΠΙΕΖΩ

Etymology: The word ἀποθλίβω (apothlibō) is a compound word formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb θλίβω (thlibō), meaning 'to press', 'to crowd', or 'to oppress'. The compound intensifies the action of pressing or crushing.

G1473

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: eh-GOH

Translations: I, me

Notes: ἘΓΩ is the first-person singular personal pronoun in Koine Greek, meaning "I" or "me." It refers to the speaker and functions primarily as the subject of a sentence. While the first-person singular verb ending often makes the pronoun redundant, ἘΓΩ is frequently used for emphasis, similar to saying "I myself" or "even I" in English. It can also be used to clarify the subject when multiple individuals are involved.

Inflection: First Person, Singular, Nominative

Etymology: This word is an ancient pronoun, tracing its origins back to Proto-Indo-European. It has cognates in many Indo-European languages, reflecting a shared linguistic heritage.

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: ex-eh-lay-LOO-thee-an

Translations: having gone out, having come out, having proceeded, that which has gone out, a thing that has gone out

Notes: This word is the perfect active participle of the verb 'ἐξέρχομαι' (exerchomai), meaning 'to go out' or 'to come out'. As a perfect participle, it describes an action that has been completed in the past, but whose effects or state continue into the present. It is used here in the accusative singular feminine form, indicating that it modifies a feminine noun or refers to a feminine entity that has completed the action of going or coming out.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine, Perfect Active Participle

Synonyms: ΑΠΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΕΚΒΑΙΝΩ

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

G3708

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: ee-DOO-sah

Translations: seeing, having seen, when she saw, when she had seen

Notes: This word is a feminine, singular, nominative aorist active participle of the verb 'to see' (ὁράω). It describes an action of seeing that has been completed, often translated as 'having seen' or 'when she saw'. It functions like an adjective, modifying a feminine subject and indicating that the subject performed the action of seeing.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine, Aorist Active Participle

Synonyms: ΒΛΕΠΟΥΣΑ, ΘΕΩΡΟΥΣΑ

G2990

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-LAH-then

Translations: escaped notice, was hidden, forgot, was unaware

Notes: This word means to escape notice, to be hidden, or to forget. It describes an action that happens without someone being aware of it. It can also mean to do something secretly or without being observed. It is often used to indicate that something was done or happened without someone's knowledge.

Inflection: 3rd Person Singular, Aorist Active Indicative

Synonyms: ΚΡΥΠΤΩ, ΛΗΘΩ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *leh₂-dʰ- (to be hidden, to escape notice). It is related to the English word 'latent'.

G5141

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: TREH-moo-sah

Translations: trembling, shaking, a trembling (woman), a shaking (woman)

Notes: This word is a present active participle, meaning 'trembling' or 'shaking'. It describes an ongoing action of trembling or quaking, often due to fear, cold, or physical instability. It is used to describe a person or thing that is in a state of trembling.

Inflection: Present Active Participle, Singular, Feminine, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΦΟΒΟΥΜΕΝΗ, ΣΕΙΟΜΕΝΗ

Etymology: The word ΤΡΕΜΩ (tremō) comes from an ancient Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to tremble'.

G4363

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: pros-peh-SOO-sah

Translations: having fallen upon, having fallen down before, having prostrated oneself, having fallen at, a having fallen upon, a having fallen down before, a having prostrated oneself, a having fallen at

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle, meaning 'having fallen upon' or 'having fallen down before'. It describes an action that has already occurred, often implying an act of supplication, worship, or impact. It is used to describe someone or something that has prostrated themselves before another, or has come into contact with something by falling.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Feminine, Aorist Active Participle

Synonyms: ΠΙΠΤΩ, ΠΡΟΣΚΥΝΕΩ, ΠΡΟΣΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

G1223

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'.

G0518

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-PANG-gei-len

Translations: he announced, he reported, he told, he declared, he brought word

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist indicative active form of the verb ἀπαγγέλλω (apangellō). It means 'he announced,' 'he reported,' or 'he told.' It is used to describe the action of someone conveying a message or information to others, often with the sense of bringing news from one place to another. It is a compound word, combining the preposition ἀπό (apo, 'from') with the verb ἀγγέλλω (angellō, 'to announce' or 'to report').

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

Synonyms: ΕἸΠΕΝ, ΛΕΓΩ, ΜΗΝΥΩ

Etymology: The root verb ἀπαγγέλλω (apangellō) is a compound of ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from,' and ἀγγέλλω (angellō), meaning 'to announce' or 'to report.' Thus, the word literally means 'to announce from' or 'to report from,' emphasizing the source or origin of the message.

G1799

Part of Speech: Adverb, Preposition

Sounds like: en-OH-pee-on

Translations: before, in the presence of, in the sight of, (of) before, (of) in the presence of, (of) in the sight of

Notes: This word functions as an adverb meaning 'before' or 'in the presence of'. It can also be used as a preposition with the genitive case, meaning 'in the presence of' or 'in the sight of' someone or something. It often conveys the idea of being directly in front of, or under the observation of, another.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as an adverb); functions as a preposition with the genitive case.

Synonyms: ἘΜΠΡΟΣΘΕΝ, ΚΑΤΕΝΩΠΙΟΝ

Etymology: This word is a compound formed from the preposition ἘΝ (en, meaning 'in') and the noun ὬΨ (ōps, meaning 'face' or 'eye'). It literally means 'in the face of' or 'in the sight of'.

G2390

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ee-AH-thay

Translations: he was healed, she was healed, it was healed, to be healed

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to heal' or 'to be healed'. In this form, it indicates that someone or something was healed, emphasizing the action being done to the subject rather than by the subject. It describes a past, completed action of healing.

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

Synonyms: ΘΕΡΑΠΕΥΩ, ΣΩΖΩ

Etymology: The word ἰάομαι (iaomai) comes from an ancient root meaning 'to heal' or 'to cure'. It is related to words concerning health and medicine.

G2980

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: lah-LOON-tos

Translations: of speaking, of talking, of saying, of proclaiming

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'laleō', meaning 'to speak' or 'to talk'. It describes someone who is in the act of speaking or has just spoken. In this form, it is a genitive singular participle, often translated as 'of one speaking' or 'while speaking'. It can refer to a person, a voice, or a message being uttered.

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

Synonyms: ΛΕΓΟΝΤΟΣ, ΦΩΝΟΥΝΤΟΣ

G0750

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ar-khee-soo-na-GO-goo

Translations: of the ruler of the synagogue, of the synagogue leader, of a ruler of the synagogue, of a synagogue leader

Notes: This is a compound word formed from 'ἀρχι-' (archi-), meaning 'chief' or 'first', and 'συναγωγός' (synagogos), meaning 'assembler' or 'leader of an assembly'. It refers to the chief ruler or leader of a synagogue, who was responsible for its administration, services, and general oversight. This person would manage the affairs of the synagogue and ensure order during gatherings.

Inflection: Genitive, Singular, Masculine

Etymology: The word ΑΡΧΙΣΥΝΑΓΩΓΟΣ is a compound of two Greek words: ΑΡΧΗ (arche), meaning 'beginning, rule, authority', and ΣΥΝΑΓΩΓΗ (synagoge), meaning 'a gathering, assembly, or synagogue'. It literally means 'chief of the assembly' or 'ruler of the synagogue'.

G4660

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: SKOOL-leh

Translations: trouble, bother, annoy, vex, harass, disturb

Notes: This word means to trouble, bother, or annoy someone. It is often used in the sense of causing distress or weariness. In the imperative form, as seen here, it functions as a command to stop or not to trouble someone.

Inflection: Present, Active, Imperative, Second Person Singular

Synonyms: ΕΝΟΧΛΕΩ, ΠΑΡΕΝΟΧΛΕΩ

Etymology: The origin of this word is uncertain, but it is thought to be related to the idea of flaying or stripping, which then developed into the sense of vexing or troubling.

G3440

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

G2064

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: el-THOHN

Translations: having come, when he came, after coming, coming

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb 'ἔρχομαι' (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go'. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred or is completed before the main verb's action. It often functions adverbially, indicating the time or circumstance of the main action, such as 'when he came' or 'after he had come'.

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

Synonyms: ΗΚΩΝ, ΠΑΡΑΓΕΝΟΜΕΝΟΣ

G0863

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-FEE-ken

Translations: he sent away, he let go, he left, he forgave, he permitted

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to send away,' 'to let go,' 'to leave,' 'to forgive,' or 'to permit.' It describes an action of releasing, abandoning, or granting permission. Its specific meaning often depends on the context in which it is used.

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Aorist Indicative, Active Voice

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΛΥΩ, ΕΑΩ, ΣΥΓΧΩΡΕΩ

Etymology: The word ἀφίημι is a compound word formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from,' and the verb ἵημι (hiēmi), meaning 'to send' or 'to throw.' Thus, its core meaning is 'to send away' or 'to let go from.'

G5100

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

G1519, G1487, G1488

Part of Speech: Preposition, Conjunction, Verb

Sounds like: E

Translations: into, to, for, unto, in, if, you are

Notes: This word is an elided form, indicated by the coronis (the apostrophe-like mark) at the end. It most commonly represents the preposition 'εἰς' (eis), meaning 'into, to, for', especially when followed by a vowel. It can also represent the conjunction 'εἰ' (ei), meaning 'if', or the verb 'εἶ' (ei), meaning 'you are'. In the provided examples, it functions as the preposition 'into' or 'to', indicating motion towards a place or object. It is used with the accusative case.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as an elided form); the original words it represents have their own inflections (e.g., 'εἰς' is a preposition and does not inflect; 'εἰ' is a conjunction and does not inflect; 'εἶ' is a verb, 2nd Person Singular, Present, Indicative, Active).

G2875

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-KOP-ton-toh

Translations: they were beating themselves, they were mourning, they were lamenting

Notes: This word is a verb in the imperfect tense, middle or passive voice, and third person plural. It describes an ongoing action in the past. The root verb means to strike, beat, or cut. In the middle voice, as seen here, it often means to beat oneself, especially in a gesture of grief or mourning, thus to lament or mourn. It describes a group of people engaged in an act of self-beating or lamentation.

Inflection: Imperfect, Middle or Passive Voice, Indicative Mood, Third Person, Plural

Synonyms: ΘΡΗΝΕΩ, ὈΔΥΡΟΜΑΙ

G0235

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'.

G2518

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kath-EV-dee

Translations: sleep, be asleep

Notes: This word means to sleep or to be asleep. It is often used to describe a state of rest or unconsciousness, similar to the English verb 'to sleep'. It can be used in various contexts where someone is resting or not awake.

Inflection: Third person, Singular, Present, Indicative, Active

Synonyms: ΚΟΙΜΑΩ, ΥΠΝΟΩ

Etymology: The word καθ-εύδω (katheúdō) is a compound verb formed from the preposition κατά (katá), meaning 'down' or 'downwards', and the verb εὕδω (heúdō), meaning 'to sleep'. The combination suggests 'to sleep down' or 'to lie down to sleep'.

G2606

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-teh-GEL-ohn

Translations: they laughed at, they ridiculed, they mocked

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition κατά (kata, 'down, against') and the verb γελάω (gelao, 'to laugh'). It means to laugh at someone or something, often in a scornful or mocking way. It describes an action of derision or ridicule directed towards another.

Inflection: Imperfect, Active, Indicative, 3rd Person, Plural

Synonyms: ΕΚΜΥΚΤΗΡΙΖΩ, ΧΛΕΥΑΖΩ, ΕΜΠΑΙΖΩ

Etymology: The verb καταγελάω (katagelao) is formed from the preposition κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and the verb γελάω (gelao), meaning 'to laugh'. The compound verb intensifies the action of laughing, specifically directing it 'against' someone, thus implying ridicule or scorn.

G1492

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.

G5495

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KHEI-ross

Translations: of hand, of a hand, of the hand, of power, of authority, of control

Notes: This is the genitive singular form of the noun 'χείρ' (cheir), meaning 'hand'. In Koine Greek, 'hand' can refer not only to the physical limb but also metaphorically to power, authority, control, or agency. When used in the genitive case, it often indicates possession, origin, or the agent by which something is done, thus translating to 'of hand' or 'by the hand of'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΥΝΑΜΙΣ, ΕΞΟΥΣΙΑ

Etymology: The word 'χείρ' (cheir) comes from Proto-Indo-European *ǵʰesr-, meaning 'hand'. It is related to words for hand in other Indo-European languages.

G3816

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PAIS

Translations: child, a child, boy, a boy, girl, a girl, servant, a servant, slave, a slave

Notes: This word refers to a child, whether a boy or a girl, and can also denote a servant or slave, regardless of age. Its meaning often depends on the context, indicating a young person or someone in a position of servitude. For example, it can refer to a son or daughter, or a male or female attendant.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative

Synonyms: ΤΕΚΝΟΝ, ΔΟΥΛΟΣ, ΚΟΡΑΣΙΟΝ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *peh₂w- ('small, few'). It is related to words meaning 'child' or 'small' in various Indo-European languages.

G1453

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-GEH-roo

Translations: raise, lift up, wake, awaken, rise, arise, stand up, stir up, restore, build

Notes: This word means to raise, lift up, or awaken. It can be used literally, such as raising someone from sleep or lifting an object. It can also be used metaphorically, such as stirring up a crowd, raising the dead, or building something up. In the imperative form, as seen here, it functions as a command to 'rise!' or 'wake up!'.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive Voice, Imperative, Second Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΑΝΙΣΤΗΜΙ, ΕΞΕΓΕΙΡΩ, ΑΝΟΡΘΟΩ

G1994

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-peh-STREF-sen

Translations: he returned, she returned, it returned, he turned back, she turned back, it turned back

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to turn around,' 'to turn back,' or 'to return.' It is often used to describe a physical turning or a return to a previous location or state. It can also be used metaphorically to mean 'to convert' or 'to repent,' indicating a turning away from one way of life and towards another. In the provided examples, it describes someone returning to a place or their people.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΑΝΑΣΤΡΕΦΩ, ΥΠΟΝΟΣΤΕΩ, ΑΠΟΚΑΘΙΣΤΗΜΙ

G4151

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PNEV-mah

Translations: spirit, a spirit, wind, a wind, breath, a breath

Notes: This word refers to 'spirit,' 'wind,' or 'breath.' In a physical sense, it can mean a gust of wind or the act of breathing. Theologically, it often refers to the Holy Spirit, a spiritual being, or the human spirit. It is a neuter noun and its meaning can vary depending on the context, from a literal breeze to a divine essence.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Accusative, or Vocative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΑΝΕΜΟΣ, ΠΝΟΗ

Etymology: The word ΠΝΕΥΜΑ derives from the verb πνέω (pneō), meaning 'to breathe,' 'to blow,' or 'to gasp.' It refers to something that is breathed or blown.

G1299

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-eh-TAH-xen

Translations: he commanded, she commanded, it commanded, he ordered, she ordered, it ordered, he arranged, she arranged, it arranged, he appointed, she appointed, it appointed

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb 'διατάσσω' (diatassō). It means to arrange, appoint, command, or give orders. It describes an action that was completed in the past, often with a sense of authority or definitive action. For example, it can be used to say 'he commanded them' or 'he arranged the troops'.

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

Synonyms: ΕΝΤΕΛΛΟΜΑΙ, ΠΡΟΣΤΑΤΤΩ, ΚΕΛΕΥΩ

Etymology: The word διατάσσω (diatassō) is a compound word formed from the preposition διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'apart', and the verb τάσσω (tassō), meaning 'to arrange' or 'to put in order'. Thus, it conveys the idea of arranging thoroughly or giving a detailed order.

G1325

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: doh-THEE-nai

Translations: to be given, to be granted, to be bestowed

Notes: This word is the aorist passive infinitive form of the verb 'δίδωμι' (didomi), meaning 'to give'. Therefore, 'δοθῆναι' means 'to be given' or 'to be granted'. It describes an action of receiving something without specifying who is doing the giving. It is often used in constructions where the subject of the main verb is the recipient of the action.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΛΑΜΒΑΝΕΙΝ, ΠΑΡΕΧΕΣΘΑΙ

Etymology: The word 'δίδωμι' comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to give'. It is a reduplicated present tense verb, characteristic of many ancient Indo-European languages.

G1839

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eks-ES-tay-san

Translations: were amazed, were astonished, were beside themselves, were out of their minds

Notes: This word describes a state of being greatly surprised, astonished, or overwhelmed, often to the point of being beside oneself or losing one's composure. It can imply a sense of wonder, shock, or even mental disorientation due to an extraordinary event or revelation. It is used to describe a strong emotional reaction to something unexpected or profound.

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

Synonyms: ΘΑΥΜΑΖΩ, ΕΚΠΛΗΣΣΩ, ΕΚΣΤΑΤΙΚΟΣ

G3853

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: par-ang-GEL-len

Translations: he commanded, he ordered, he instructed, he charged, he gave orders

Notes: This word describes the act of giving a command, order, or instruction. It implies a directive from a position of authority or a clear communication of what is to be done. It is often used in contexts where someone is charged with a specific task or responsibility.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΕΝΤΕΛΛΟΜΑΙ, ΚΕΛΕΥΩ, ΠΡΟΣΤΑΤΤΩ

Etymology: The word ΠΑΡΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ is a compound word formed from the preposition παρά (para), meaning 'beside' or 'from', and the verb ἀγγέλλω (angellō), meaning 'to announce' or 'to report'. Thus, it originally conveyed the idea of announcing something from beside someone, or giving a message directly.

G3367

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: may-DEH-nee

Translations: to no one, to nothing, for no one, for nothing, by no one, by nothing, with no one, with nothing, in no one, in nothing

Notes: This word is an indefinite negative pronoun or adjective, meaning 'no one' or 'nothing'. It is used to express a complete absence or negation of something or someone. It is often used in prohibitions or to state that something is not done by anyone or to anything. As a pronoun, it stands in place of a noun, and as an adjective, it modifies a noun. It is a compound word formed from the negative particle ΜΗ (mē, 'not') and ΕΙΣ (heis, 'one').

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΟΥΔΕΙΣ, ΟΥΔΕΝΙ

G2036