Pronunciation Guide: EYE-nai (εἶ-ναι) Basic Definition Strong’s G1511: εἶναι (einai) is the infinitive form of the Greek verb “to be” (εἰμί, eimi). It expresses existence, state, or identity and serves as one of the most fundamental concepts in Greek language…
Pronunciation Guide: “eye” (rhymes with “sky”) Basic Definition Strong’s G1488: The Greek word εἶ is the second person singular present indicative form of the verb εἰμί (to be). It literally means “you are” and functions as a direct statement of…
Pronunciation Guide: eh-GO (with emphasis on the second syllable) Basic Definition Strong’s G1473: The Greek pronoun ἐγώ (egō) is the first-person singular personal pronoun meaning “I” or “myself.” It serves as an emphatic self-declaration that draws attention to the speaker’s…
Pronunciation Guide: DOH-ron (with a long “o” as in “bone” and emphasis on the first syllable) Basic Definition Strong’s G1435: δῶρον (dōron) refers to a gift, present, or offering—particularly one given as an expression of honor, devotion, or obligation. In…
Pronunciation Guide: dee-at-ree’-bo Basic Definition Strong’s G1304: διατρίβω (diatribō) fundamentally means “to wear away time” or “to spend time” in a particular place or activity. In biblical context, it conveys the concept of remaining, continuing, or abiding in a location…
Pronunciation Guide: des-mos’ (emphasis on second syllable) Basic Definition Strong’s G1199: The Greek word δεσμός (desmos) primarily refers to a bond, chain, fetter, or anything that binds or connects. It describes both literal physical restraints used to confine prisoners and…
Pronunciation Guide: dayp-NEH-oh Basic Definition Strong’s G1172: δειπνέω (deipneō) refers to the act of taking the principal meal of the day, typically in the evening. In biblical contexts, it goes beyond mere eating to encompass the cultural and spiritual significance…
Pronunciation Guide: goo-NAY (with emphasis on the second syllable) Basic Definition Strong’s G1135: γυνή (guné) primarily refers to an adult female human being, specifically a woman or wife. This term encompasses both the general category of female persons and the…
Pronunciation Guide: gnō-STOS (with the “g” pronounced) Basic Definition Strong’s G1110: The Greek word γνωστός (gnostos) means “known,” “knowable,” or “notable.” It describes something or someone that is recognized, understood, or familiar. In biblical contexts, it often refers to that…
Pronunciation Guide: ghin-OCE-koh (with emphasis on the middle syllable, and the ‘g’ pronounced softly as in “genre”) Basic Definition Strong’s G1097: γινώσκω (ginōskō) describes a deep, experiential knowledge that goes far beyond mere intellectual understanding. It refers to knowing through…
Pronunciation Guide: ow-TOO (the ‘ow’ as in “how” and stress on the second syllable) Basic Definition Strong’s G847: Αὐτοῦ (autou) functions as a personal pronoun in the genitive case, meaning “of him,” “his,” or “of himself.” It indicates possession, source,…
