Jean Paul Joseph

Jean Paul Joseph

After a dramatic early morning encounter with King Jesus, I just couldn’t put my Bible down. The F.O.G took a hold of me and this website was born. Learn more about the F.O.G.

Brief Overview of δυσ- (G1418: dys-)

Introduction In biblical studies and ancient Greek literature, understanding prefixes like δυσ- (dys-) is crucial as they significantly alter the meaning of the words they precede. The prefix δυσ- is often associated with negative connotations, such as difficulty, hardship, or…

Brief Overview of δότης (G1395: dótēs)

Primary Meanings Further Insights: Lexicon Insights: Usage in Classical Greek Literature: Summary of δότης (G1395: dótēs) The Greek word δότης (dótēs), transliterated as dótēs and pronounced [DOH-tace], primarily means “giver” or “donor.” Derived from the verb dídōmi, meaning “to give,”…

Brief Overview of δόσις (G1394: dósis)

Primary Meanings Further Insights: Lexicon Insights: Usage in Classical Greek Literature: Summary of δόσις (G1394: dósis) The Greek word δόσις (dósis), transliterated as dósis and pronounced [DOH-sis], primarily means “gift” or the “act of giving.” Derived from the verb dídōmi,…

Brief Overview of δοξάζω (G1392: doxázō)

Primary Meanings Further Insights: Lexicon Insights: Usage in Classical Greek Literature: Summary of δόξα (G1392: doxázō) The Greek verb δοξάζω (doxázō), transliterated as doxázō and pronounced [dok-SAH-zo], is a rich and versatile term primarily meaning “to glorify” or “to honor.”…

Brief Overview of δόξα (G1391: dóxa)

Primary Meanings Further Insights: Lexicon Insights: Usage in Classical Greek Literature: Summary of δόξα (G1391: dóxa) The Greek noun δόξα (dóxa), transliterated as dóxa and pronounced [DOHK-sah], carries rich and varied meanings, ranging from “glory” and “honor” to “reputation” and…

Brief Overview of δόμα (G1390: dóma)

Primary Meanings Further Insights: Lexicon Insights: Usage in Classical Greek Literature: Summary of δόμα (G1390: dóma) The Greek noun δόμα (dóma), transliterated as dóma and pronounced [DOH-mah], primarily means “gift,” “offering,” or “present.” Derived from the root verb dídōmi, meaning…

Brief Overview of δολόω (G1389: dolóō)

Primary Meanings Further Insights: Lexicon Insights: Usage in Classical Greek Literature: Summary of δολόω (G1389: dolóō) The Greek verb δολόω (dolóō), transliterated as dolóō and pronounced [do-LOH-oh], primarily means “to deceive,” “to falsify,” or “to distort.” Derived from the noun…

Brief overview of δόλος (G1388: dólos)

Primary Meanings Further Insights: Lexicon Insights: Usage in Classical Greek Literature: Summary of δόλος (G1388: dólos) The Greek noun δόλος (dólos), transliterated as dólos and pronounced [DOH-los], primarily means “deceit” or “guile.” Derived from a root that implies trickery or…

Brief Overview of δολιόω (G1387: dolióō)

Primary Meanings Further Insights: Lexicon Insights: Usage in Classical Greek Literature: Summary of δολιόω (G1387: dolióō) The Greek verb δολιόω (dolióō), transliterated as dolióō and pronounced [do-lee-OH-oh], means “to deceive” or “to beguile.” Derived from the adjective dólios (deceitful), dolióō…

Brief Overview of δόλιος (G1386: dólios)

Primary Meanings Further Insights: Lexicon Insights: Usage in Classical Greek Literature: Summary of δόλιος (G1386: dólios) The Greek adjective δόλιος (dólios), transliterated as dólios and pronounced [DO-lee-os], refers to someone who is deceitful, crafty, or treacherous. Derived from the root…

Brief Overview of δόκιμος (G1384: dókimos)

Primary Meanings Further Insights: Lexicon Insights: Usage in Classical Greek Literature: Summary of δόκιμος (G1384: dókimos) The Greek adjective δόκιμος (dókimos), transliterated as dókimos and pronounced [DO-kee-mos], carries the primary meaning of “approved” or “acceptable,” particularly in the context of…

Brief Overview of δοκίμιον (G1383: dokímion)

Primary Meanings Further Insights: Lexicon Insights: Usage in Classical Greek Literature: Summary of δοκίμιον (G1383: dokímion) The Greek noun δοκίμιον (dokímion), transliterated as dokímion and pronounced [do-KEE-mee-on], primarily signifies a “testing” or “trial,” particularly in the context of evaluating or…

Brief Overview of δοκιμή (G1382: dokimḗ)

Primary Meanings Further Insights: Lexicon Insights: Usage in Classical Greek Literature: Summary of δοκιμή (G1382: dokimḗ) The Greek noun δοκιμή (dokimḗ), transliterated as dokimḗ and pronounced [do-kee-MAY], signifies the state of approval or proven character that results from testing. Derived…

Brief Overview of δοκέω (G1380: dokéō)

Primary Meanings Further Insights: Lexicon Insights: Usage in Classical Greek Literature: Summary of δοκέω (G1380: dokéō) The Greek verb δοκέω (dokéō), transliterated as dokéō and pronounced [doh-KEH-oh], is a verb that primarily conveys the ideas of thinking, supposing, or seeming.…

Brief overview of διώκω (G1377: diōkō)

Word Details Primary Meanings Further Insights: Lexicon Descriptions BDAG (Bauer, Danker, Arndt, and Gingrich): Thayer’s Greek Lexicon: Strong’s Exhaustive Concordance: Vine’s Expository Dictionary: Usage in Classical Greek Literature Summary of διώκω (G1377: diōkō) The Greek verb διώκω (diōkō) carries the…

Brief Overview of διωγμός (G1375: diōgmos)

Word Details Primary Meanings Further Insights Lexicon Descriptions BDAG (Bauer, Danker, Arndt, and Gingrich): Thayer’s Greek Lexicon: Strong’s Exhaustive Concordance: Vine’s Expository Dictionary: Usage in Classical Greek Literature Summary The Greek word διωγμός (G1375) primarily means “persecution” and is closely…

Brief Overview of δίψυχος (G1374: dipsychos)

Word Details Primary Meanings Further Insights Lexicon Descriptions BDAG (Bauer, Danker, Arndt, and Gingrich): Thayer’s Greek Lexicon: Strong’s Exhaustive Concordance: Vine’s Expository Dictionary: Usage in Classical Greek Literature Summary The Greek adjective δίψυχος (G1374) describes a person who is “double-minded,”…

Brief Overview of δίψος (G1373: dipsos)

Word Details Primary Meanings Further Insights Lexicon Descriptions BDAG (Bauer, Danker, Arndt, and Gingrich): Thayer’s Greek Lexicon: Strong’s Exhaustive Concordance: Vine’s Expository Dictionary: Usage in Classical Greek Literature Summary The Greek noun δίψος (G1373) primarily refers to the physical condition…

Brief Overview of διψάω (G1372: dipsaō)

Word Details Primary Meanings Further Insights Lexicon Descriptions BDAG (Bauer, Danker, Arndt, and Gingrich): Thayer’s Greek Lexicon: Strong’s Exhaustive Concordance: Vine’s Expository Dictionary: Usage in Classical Greek Literature Summary The Greek verb διψάω (G1372) encapsulates both the literal and metaphorical…

Brief Overview of διχάζω (G1369: dichazō)

Word Details Primary Meanings Further Insights Lexicon Descriptions BDAG (Bauer, Danker, Arndt, and Gingrich): Thayer’s Greek Lexicon: Strong’s Exhaustive Concordance: Vine’s Expository Dictionary: Usage in Classical Greek Literature Summary The Greek verb διχάζω (G1369) primarily means “to divide into two…

Brief Overview of διϋλίζω (G1368: diulizō)

Word Details Primary Meanings Further Insights Lexicon Descriptions BDAG (Bauer, Danker, Arndt, and Gingrich): Thayer’s Greek Lexicon: Strong’s Exhaustive Concordance: Vine’s Expository Dictionary: Usage in Classical Greek Literature Summary The Greek verb διϋλίζω (G1368) carries the primary meaning of “to…

Brief Overview of δίστομος (G1366: distomos)

Word Details Primary Meanings Further Insights Lexicon Descriptions BDAG (Bauer, Danker, Arndt, and Gingrich): Thayer’s Greek Lexicon: Strong’s Exhaustive Concordance: Vine’s Expository Dictionary: Usage in Classical Greek Literature Summary The Greek adjective δίστομος (G1366) encapsulates the idea of something being…

Brief Overview of διστάζω (G1365: distazō)

Word Details Primary Meanings Further Insights Lexicon Descriptions BDAG (Bauer, Danker, Arndt, and Gingrich): Thayer’s Greek Lexicon: Strong’s Exhaustive Concordance: Vine’s Expository Dictionary: Usage in Classical Greek Literature Summary The Greek verb διστάζω (G1365) encapsulates the idea of doubt, hesitation,…

Brief Overview of δίς (G1364: dis)

Word Details Primary Meanings Further Insights Lexicon Descriptions BDAG (Bauer, Danker, Arndt, and Gingrich): Thayer’s Greek Lexicon: Strong’s Exhaustive Concordance: Vine’s Expository Dictionary: Usage in Classical Greek Literature Summary The Greek adverb δίς (G1364) is a straightforward term meaning “twice”…

Brief Overview of διπλόω (G1363: diploō)

Word Details Primary Meanings Further Insights Lexicon Descriptions BDAG (Bauer, Danker, Arndt, and Gingrich): Thayer’s Greek Lexicon: Strong’s Exhaustive Concordance: Vine’s Expository Dictionary: Usage in Classical Greek Literature Summary The Greek verb διπλόω (G1363) means “to double” or “to fold…

Brief Overview of διότι (G1360: dioti)

Word Details Primary Meanings Further Insights Lexicon Descriptions BDAG (Bauer, Danker, Arndt, and Gingrich): Thayer’s Greek Lexicon: LSJ (Liddell, Scott, Jones): Vine’s Expository Dictionary: Strong’s Exhaustive Concordance: Usage in Classical Greek Literature Summary διότι (G1360: dioti) is a Greek conjunction…

Brief Overview of διορύσσω (G1358: dioryssō)

Word Details Primary Meanings Further Insights Lexicon Descriptions BDAG (Bauer, Danker, Arndt, and Gingrich): Thayer’s Greek Lexicon: LSJ (Liddell, Scott, Jones): Vine’s Expository Dictionary: Strong’s Exhaustive Concordance: Usage in Classical Greek Literature Summary διορύσσω (G1358: dioryssō) is a Greek verb…

Brief Overview of διό (G1352: dió)

Word Details Primary Meanings Further Insights Further Insights Explained: Disclaimer: The above morphological breakdown is based on the general form and usage of διό in ancient Greek texts. The meaning and application may vary depending on the specific context within…

Brief Overview of διατί (G1302: diatí)

Word Details Primary Meanings Further Insights Further Insights Explained: Lexicon Descriptions BDAG (Bauer, Danker, Arndt, and Gingrich): Thayer’s Greek Lexicon: Vine’s Expository Dictionary: LSJ (Liddell, Scott, Jones): Strong’s Exhaustive Concordance: Usage in Classical Greek Literature Summary διατί (G1302: diatí) is…

Brief Overview of διανεύω (G1269: dianéuō)

Word Details Primary Meanings Lexicon Descriptions BDAG (Bauer, Danker, Arndt, and Gingrich): Thayer’s Greek Lexicon: Vine’s Expository Dictionary: LSJ (Liddell, Scott, Jones): Strong’s Exhaustive Concordance: Usage in Classical Greek Literature Summary διανεύω (G1269: dianéuō) is a Greek verb that carries…

Brief Overview of διακονία (G1248: diakonía)

Transliteration: diakonía (pronounced dee-ak-on-EE-ah)Part of Speech: Feminine Noun The Greek word διακονία (diakonía) is derived from the verb διακονέω (diakonéō), meaning “to serve” or “to minister.” The noun diakonía itself generally refers to “service,” “ministry,” or “assistance,” and it is…

Brief overview of διαγγέλλω (G1229: diangellō)

Transliteration: diangellō (pronounced dee-ang-GEL-loh)Part of Speech: Verb The Greek verb διαγγέλλω (diangellō) is a compound word derived from the preposition διά (dia), meaning “through” or “across,” and the verb ἀγγέλλω (angellō), meaning “to announce” or “to report.” Thus, διαγγέλλω literally…

Brief overview of διά (G1223: dia)

Transliteration: diá (pronounced dee-ah)Part of Speech: Preposition The Greek word διά (diá) is a preposition that holds a fundamental role in both classical and Koine Greek. The word derives from the root word διά, which essentially means “through” or “by…

Brief overview of δήπου (G1222: dēpou)

Transliteration: dēpou (pronounced day-poo)Part of Speech: Particle The Greek word δήπου (dēpou) is a particle used to express conjecture, assumption, or probability. It often carries the nuance of “doubtless,” “surely,” “I suppose,” or “probably.” The word is a combination of…

Brief Overview of δημόσιος (G1219: dēmosios)

Transliteration: dēmosios (pronounced day-moh-see-os)Part of Speech: AdjectiveRoot Word: Derived from δῆμος (dēmos), meaning “people” or “population.” The word δημόσιος (dēmosios) is an adjective that primarily means “public” or “belonging to the people.” It describes something that pertains to the community…

Brief Overview of Δεινῶς (G1171: Deinôs)

Deinôs (pronounced day-NOSS, δεινῶς) is a Greek adverb found under Strong’s Concordance number G1171. The word Deinôs is derived from the root word δεινός (deinós), which can mean “terrible,” “fearful,” “formidable,” or “skillful.” Deinôs carries the idea of doing something…

Brief Overview of Δειλός (G1169: Deilós)

Deilós (pronounced day-LOSS, δειλός) is a Greek adjective found under Strong’s Concordance number G1169. The word Deilós is derived from the same root as δειλία (deilía), meaning “timidity” or “cowardice.” Deilós specifically describes a person who is “timid,” “fearful,” or…

Brief Overview of Δειλία (G1167: Deilía)

Deilía (pronounced day-LEE-ah, δειλία) is a Greek noun found under Strong’s Concordance number G1167. The word Deilía is derived from the root word δειλός (deilós), which means “timid” or “cowardly.” Deilía specifically refers to “timidity,” “cowardice,” or “fearfulness.” It denotes…

Brief Overview of Δέησις (G1162: Déēsis)

Déēsis (pronounced DEH-ay-sis, δέησις) is a Greek noun found under Strong’s Concordance number G1162. The word Déēsis is derived from the verb δέομαι (deomai), which means “to beseech” or “to entreat.” Déēsis specifically refers to a “petition,” “entreaty,” or “prayer.”…

Brief Overview of Δέ (G1161: De)

De (pronounced deh, δέ) is a Greek conjunction found under Strong’s Concordance number G1161. The word De is a common connective particle in Greek, often translated as “but,” “and,” or “now” in English. It is used to connect clauses or…

Brief Overview of γνώμη (G1106: gnōmē)

Transliteration and Meaning:The Greek word γνώμη (transliterated as gnōmē and pronounced as “gnaw-may”) is a noun that primarily means “opinion,” “judgment,” or “purpose.” It is derived from the root word γινώσκω (ginōskō), meaning “to know” or “to recognize.” This connection…

Brief Overview of Γνόφος (G1105: gnóphos)

Transliteration and Meaning:The Greek word γνόφος (transliterated as gnóphos and pronounced as “gnaw-fos”) generally means “darkness” or “gloom.” It specifically refers to a thick, heavy darkness, often associated with ominous or foreboding situations. The term conveys a sense of overwhelming…

Brief Overview of Γνησίως (G1104: gnesíōs)

Transliteration and Meaning:The Greek word γνησίως (transliterated as gnesíōs and pronounced as “gneh-SEE-ohs”) is an adverb derived from the adjective γνήσιος (gnēsios), which means “genuine,” “sincere,” or “legitimate.” As an adverb, γνησίως conveys the meaning of doing something genuinely or…

Brief Overview of γεωργός (G1092: geōrgós)

Transliteration and Meaning:The Greek word γεωργός (transliterated as geōrgós and pronounced as “gheh-or-GOS”) primarily means “farmer” or “husbandman.” The word is derived from two Greek roots: γῆ (gē), meaning “earth” or “land,” and ἔργον (ergon), meaning “work” or “task.” Therefore,…

Brief Overview of γένος (G1085: genos)

Transliteration and Meaning:The Greek word γένος (transliterated as genos and pronounced as “GHEH-nos”) carries a range of meanings related to origin, kind, or type. Derived from the root verb γίνομαι (ginomai), meaning “to become” or “to be born,” genos primarily…

Brief Overview of Γενετή (G1079: Geneté)

Transliteration and Meaning:The Greek word γενετή (transliterated as Geneté and pronounced as “ge-ne-TAY”) refers to the concept of birth, lineage, or origin. Derived from the Greek root γίνομαι (ginomai), meaning “to become” or “to come into being,” γενετή embodies the…

Brief Overview of Γένεσις (G1078: Genesis)

Transliteration and Meaning:The Greek word Γένεσις (transliterated as Genesis and pronounced as “GE-ne-sis”) carries the primary meaning of “origin,” “birth,” “creation,” or “generation.” It is derived from the root word γίνομαι (ginomai), meaning “to become” or “to come into being.”…

Brief Overview of γενέσια (G1077: genesia)

Transliteration and Meaning:The Greek word γενέσια (transliterated as genesia and pronounced as “gen-eh-see-ah”) carries the primary meaning of “birthday celebrations” or “birthday festivals.” The word is derived from the root γένεσις (genesis), which means “birth” or “origin.” In the context…

Brief Overview of γενεαλογέω (G1075: genealogeō)

Transliteration and Meaning:The Greek word γενεαλογέω (transliterated as genealogeō and pronounced as “ge-ne-a-lo-GEH-oh”) derives from the combination of two Greek roots: γενεά (genea), meaning “generation” or “family,” and λόγος (logos), meaning “word” or “account.” The verb γενεαλογέω primarily means “to…

Brief Overview of γενεά (G1074: geneá)

Transliteration and Meaning:The Greek word γενεά (transliterated as geneá and pronounced as “gheh-neh-AH”) is derived from the root word γίνομαι (ginomai), which means “to come into being” or “to become.” The primary meanings of γενεά include “generation,” “race,” “family,” “descent,”…

Brief Overview of Γέλως (G1071: gelōs)

Transliteration and Meaning:The Greek word γέλως (transliterated as gelōs and pronounced as “geh-lohs”) means “laughter.” The word originates from the root verb γελάω (gelaō), which means “to laugh.” Gelōs specifically refers to the act of laughing, whether in joy, derision,…

Brief Overview of γέ (G1065: Ge)

Transliteration and Meaning:The Greek word γέ (transliterated as Ge and pronounced as “geh”) is a particle used in the Greek language to add emphasis or a slight nuance to a statement. It is often translated as “indeed,” “at least,” “yet,”…

Brief Overview of Βρύω (G1032: Bryō)

Transliteration and Meaning:The Greek verb βρύω (Bryō), pronounced broo’-o, carries the primary meaning of “to swell,” “to teem,” or “to burst forth.” The verb is often used metaphorically to describe abundance or overflowing in various contexts, such as water bursting…

Brief Overview of Βουλή (G1012: Boulē)

Transliteration and Meaning:The Greek noun βουλή (transliterated as Boulē) primarily means “counsel,” “purpose,” “will,” or “plan.” It is closely related to the verb βουλεύω (Bouleúō), which means “to deliberate” or “to plan.” The term boulē is often associated with the…

Brief Overview of βοές (G1003: boés)

Transliteration and Meaning:The Greek word “βοές” (boés) is transliterated as “bo-ES.” The word is a plural noun that stems from the root “βοή” (boé), which means “a cry” or “a shout.” The primary meaning of “βοές” encompasses cries, shouts, or…

Brief Overview of βολίζω (G1001: bolizō)

Transliteration and Meaning:The Greek word “βολίζω” (bolizō) is transliterated as “bo-LEE-zoh.” This verb comes from the root word “βολός” (bolos), meaning “a throw” or “a cast.” The primary meaning of “βολίζω” is to “sound” or “take soundings,” specifically in the…

Brief Overview of βολή (G1000: bolē)

Transliteration and Meaning:The Greek word “βολή” (bolē) is transliterated as “bo-LAY.” This noun derives from the verb “βάλλω” (ballō), which means “to throw” or “to cast.” The primary meaning of “βολή” is “a throw” or “a casting.” It can also…

Brief Overview of βόθυνος (G999: bothynos)

Transliteration and Meaning:The Greek word “βόθυνος” (bothynos) is transliterated as “BO-thy-nos.” This noun primarily denotes a “pit,” “ditch,” or “hole” and is related to the root verb “βόθρος” (bothros), which means “a pit” or “a hole.” The word “βόθυνος” refers…

Brief Overview of βοηθός (G998: boēthós)

Transliteration and Meaning:The Greek word “βοηθός” (boēthós) is transliterated as “bo-AY-thos.” This noun is derived from the verb “βοηθέω” (boēthéō), which means “to help” or “to come to aid.” The word “βοηθός” itself primarily means “helper” or “one who provides…

Brief Overview of Βία (G970: Bía)

1. Overview Βία (transliterated as Bía, pronounced BEE-ah) is a Greek noun that primarily signifies “force,” “violence,” or “strength.” The word has its roots in ancient Greek and is derived from the base verb βιάζω (biazō), which means “to force”…

Brief Overview of βαρύτιμος (G927: barýtimos)

1. Overview βαρύτιμος (barýtimos), transliterated as “bah-REE-tee-mos,” is a Greek adjective that combines two elements: βαρύς (barýs), meaning “heavy,” and τίμος (timos), meaning “valuable” or “precious.” Together, this word conveys the idea of something being “of great value” or “precious.”…

Brief overview of βαρύς (G926: barýs)

1. Overview βαρύς (barýs), transliterated as “bah-REES,” is a Greek adjective with the primary meaning of “heavy,” “weighty,” or “burdensome.” The word is used both literally and figuratively in ancient Greek, including in the New Testament, to describe something that…