Pronunciation Guide: ek-BAL-lo Basic Definition Strong’s G1544: ἐκβάλλω (ekballō) fundamentally means “to cast out” or “to drive out.” It combines the preposition ἐκ (ek, “out from”) with βάλλω (ballō, “to throw”), creating a forceful image of expulsion or removal. This…
Pronunciation Guide: dis-khil’-ee-oy (emphasis on the second syllable) Basic Definition Strong’s G1367: δισχίλιοι (dischilioi) represents the cardinal number two thousand in biblical Greek. It combines the prefix “δισ-” (dis-) meaning “twice” with the word “χίλιοι” (chilioi) meaning “thousand.” In Scripture,…
Pronunciation Guide: des-MEH-oh Basic Definition Strong’s G1196: The Greek verb δεσμέω (desmeō) describes the act of binding, tying up, or restraining someone or something with chains, ropes, or bonds. It carries the connotation of restricting movement or freedom through physical…
Pronunciation Guide: dah’-ee-mown (with emphasis on the first syllable) Basic Definition Strong’s G1142: The Greek word δαίμων (daimōn) refers to a spiritual entity or being that exists in the supernatural realm, commonly understood as a demon or evil spirit in…
Pronunciation Guide: dah-ee-MON-ee-on Basic Definition Strong’s G1140: The Greek word δαιμόνιον (daimonion) refers to a supernatural spirit being that is lesser than God but greater than humans, typically understood as evil or unclean spirits in New Testament usage. These spirits…
Pronunciation Guide: die-mon-ID-zo-mai (δαιμονίζομαι) Basic Definition Strong’s G1139: Δαιμονίζομαι (daimonizomai) refers to being under the influence, control, or possession of a demon (δαίμων). It describes a state where an unclean spirit exerts control over a person, affecting their behavior, speech,…
Pronunciation Guide: geh-rah-say-NOS Basic Definition Strong’s G1086: Γερασηνός (Gerasēnos) refers to an inhabitant of Gerasa, an ancient city in the region of the Decapolis east of the Jordan River. This geographical designation identifies the location where Yeshua (Jesus) encountered and…
Pronunciation Guide: beh-el-zeh-BOOL Basic Definition Strong’s G954: Βεελζεβούλ (Beelzeboul) refers to the “prince of demons” or “ruler of demons,” a title used in the New Testament to designate Satan or the chief of evil spirits. The name appears to be…
