Hebrew Bible
New Testament
Hebrew Bible
New Testament
Pronunciation Guide: EYE-teh Basic Definition Strong’s G1535: εἴτε (eite) is a conditional conjunction meaning “whether” or “if” that introduces options or alternatives within a statement. It creates balanced pairs of possibilities, often used in expressing that God’s purposes are fulfilled…
Pronunciation Guide: eh-ee may Basic Definition Strong’s G1508: The Greek conditional phrase εἰ μή (ei mē) functions as a critical exception marker in biblical texts, literally meaning “if not” or “except.” It introduces an exception to a previously stated condition…
Pronunciation Guide: dee-op’-er (with emphasis on the first syllable) Basic Definition Strong’s G1355: διόπερ (dioper) is an emphatic causal conjunction that strengthens the logical connection between statements, conveying “for this very reason” or “precisely because of this.” It combines the…
Pronunciation Guide: dee-oh’ (with emphasis on the second syllable) Basic Definition Strong’s G1352: διό (dio) is a conjunction that means “therefore,” “for this reason,” or “on account of which.” It introduces a logical conclusion or result based on what has…
Pronunciation Guide: gahr (rhymes with “car” but with a hard ‘g’) Basic Definition Strong’s G1063: The Greek conjunction γάρ (gar) serves as a fundamental explanatory connector in biblical texts, introducing a reason or explanation for what was previously stated. It…
Pronunciation Guide: AH-rah Basic Definition Strong’s G686: ἄρα (ara) is a conjunction and inferential particle that indicates a logical sequence or consequence. It connects thoughts by showing that one follows naturally from another, often implying divine purpose or providence in…
Pronunciation Guide: ah’-log-os Basic Definition Strong’s G249: ἄλογος (alogos) describes that which is contrary to reason, irrational, or absurd. The word combines the negative prefix ‘a-‘ (without) with ‘logos’ (reason/word), literally meaning “without reason” or “speechless.” In biblical usage, it…