the Wayὁδός
hodos · Greek Noun
The collective term used in the early church to describe the Christian faith, representing the singular path of salvation through Jesus Christ and the lifestyle that follows Him.
ArtemisἌρτεμις
Artemis · Greek Noun
An ancient goddess of fertility and the hunt, worshipped primarily at Ephesus; her temple was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, representing the idolatrous culture Paul confronted.
shrinesναός
naos · Greek Noun
Small models or structures representing a deity's temple, often used for domestic devotion or as souvenirs for pilgrims, frequently associated with pagan religious practice.
wealthεὐπορία
euporia · Greek Noun
Abundant possessions, material goods, or financial prosperity, which the Bible often contrasts with true spiritual riches and warns can become an object of false security or idolatry.
persuadedπείθω
peithō · Greek Verb
The act of influencing someone to change their belief or course of action through argument, reasoning, or preaching. In the NT, it often refers to bringing people to faith in Christ.
made with handsχειροποίητος
cheiropoiētos · Greek Adjective
Refers to idols or cultic objects fashioned by human craftsmanship, which the Bible consistently condemns as powerless and not divine compared to the Creator God.
templeἱερόν
hieron · Greek Noun
A building or structure dedicated to the worship of a deity, often representing the center of pagan cultic activity in the ancient world.
goddessθεά
thea · Greek Noun
A female deity or mythological figure believed to possess divine power and deserving of worship; in pagan contexts, these represent demonic powers or false gods.
worshipσέβω
sebō · Greek Verb
To show religious devotion, reverence, and service to a deity; in Scripture, this is meant exclusively for the one true God.
enragedθυμός
thymos · Greek Noun
A state of intense anger, fury, or wrath, often associated with a passionate, impulsive reaction to perceived threats or affronts.
disciplesμαθητής
mathētēs · Greek Noun
A term meaning 'learner' or 'student'; in the NT, it refers to those who follow Jesus, believe in His teachings, and commit to living under His authority.
AsiarchsἈσιάρχαι
Asiarchai · Greek Noun
Officials in the Roman province of Asia who were responsible for the public games and religious festivals. They were generally members of the wealthy elite and maintained a positive relationship with the Roman administration.
assemblyἐκκλησία
ekklēsia · Greek Noun
A term used to describe a gathering of people, often in a political or civic context. In the New Testament, it frequently refers to the gathered body of believers (the Church), but here it refers to a secular, chaotic crowd.
defenseἀπολογία
apologia · Greek Noun
A formal speech or legal argument made in response to an accusation. It signifies a reasoned defense of one’s conduct or beliefs, often in a public or judicial setting.
ArtemisἌρτεμις
Artemis · Greek Noun
A Greek goddess of the hunt, wilderness, and fertility, widely worshipped in Ephesus. Her temple was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and her cult played a massive role in the city's religious and economic identity.
town clerkγραμματεύς
grammateus · Greek Noun
The chief administrative official of a Greek city during the Roman period. He served as the liaison between the city government and the Roman authorities and was responsible for maintaining order and public records.
temple keeperνεωκόρος
neōkoros · Greek Noun
A term literally meaning 'temple-sweeper' or 'temple-warden.' It was an official title granted to a city that held the responsibility of maintaining the temple of a deity or an imperial cult, signifying the city's deep devotion and political loyalty.
blasphemersβλάσφημος
blasphēmos · Greek Adjective
The act of speaking evil against God or sacred things; it denotes an impious, defiant, or mocking utterance against the divine.
assemblyἐκκλησία
ekklēsia · Greek Noun
A general term for an official gathering or assembly of citizens. In the New Testament, it frequently refers to the political assembly of a Greek city, but it is also the term used for the church (the body of believers) as the assembly of God.
riotingστάσις
stasis · Greek Noun
Refers to a tumultuous disturbance, public disorder, or insurrection. It implies a chaotic uprising of people against authority or civil order.
commotionσυστροφή
systrophē · Greek Noun
A state of unrest, confusion, or tumultuous activity. Biblically, it often denotes a lack of order or submission to God’s peaceful governance, standing in contrast to the orderliness expected in the kingdom of God.
assemblyἐκκλησία
ekklēsia · Greek Noun
In the context of the New Testament, this refers to a gathering of citizens or a group of people convened for a specific purpose, whether lawful or unlawful. In Acts 19, it specifically refers to the riotous crowd in Ephesus.
