priestsἱερεῖς
hiereis · Greek Noun
The religious officials responsible for the administration of the temple and the offering of sacrifices. They were descendants of Aaron and held significant social and political influence in Jewish society.
captain of the templeστρατηγὸς τοῦ ἱεροῦ
stratēgos tou hierou · Greek Noun phrase
A high-ranking official, likely a Levite, responsible for maintaining order and security within the temple complex. He ranked second only to the High Priest.
SadduceesΣαδδουκαῖοι
Saddoukaioi · Greek Noun
A prominent Jewish sect during the Second Temple period, primarily composed of the priestly aristocracy. They rejected the oral tradition, denied the existence of angels/spirits, and specifically rejected the doctrine of the resurrection of the dead.
proclaimingκαταγγέλλω
katangellō · Greek Verb
To act as a herald, publicly announcing or declaring a message of vital importance. In the New Testament, it is specifically used for proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ.
resurrectionἀνάστασις
anastasis · Greek Noun
The act of rising from the dead; the restoration of life to a deceased body. It is a central tenet of the Christian faith, anchored in the physical resurrection of Jesus Christ as the promise of the resurrection of believers.
arrestedἐπιβάλλω
epiballō · Greek Verb
To lay hold of, seize, or detain someone, often by authority, for the purpose of trial or legal interrogation.
custodyτήρησις
tērēsis · Greek Noun
The state of being kept under guard or confinement, often for safety, protection, or impending legal proceedings.
wordλόγος
logos · Greek Noun
The message or revelation of God to humanity, frequently referring to the gospel of Jesus Christ. It encompasses the power of God to save, convict, and transform those who hear and respond in faith.
believedπιστεύω
pisteuō · Greek Verb
To place one's full trust, reliance, and confidence in God or His message. In the New Testament, it is the fundamental response to the gospel, resulting in salvation and relationship with God.
rulersἄρχοντες
archontes · Greek Noun
Leaders or magistrates with authority over the people, typically referring to members of the Sanhedrin. They held administrative and judicial power in the Jewish community.
eldersπρεσβύτεροι
presbyteroi · Greek Noun
Men recognized for their age, experience, and wisdom, who served as members of the Jewish council or governing body (Sanhedrin). They played a critical role in the religious and social leadership of Israel.
scribesγραμματεῖς
grammateis · Greek Noun
Experts in the interpretation and application of the Mosaic Law. They were highly respected teachers who studied, taught, and preserved the Hebrew Scriptures for the community.
high priestἀρχιερεύς
archiereus · Greek Noun
The chief religious official of the Jewish nation, responsible for the oversight of the Temple and presiding over the Sanhedrin. Under the Law of Moses, the role was hereditary and lifelong, though political appointees often held the office during the Roman occupation.
Holy Spiritπνεῦμα ἅγιον
pneuma hagion · Greek Noun phrase
The Third Person of the Trinity, who indwells, empowers, and guides believers. In the New Testament, being 'filled' with the Spirit denotes being under His control, influence, and inspiration for the purpose of bearing witness to Christ.
nameὄνομα
onoma · Greek Noun
In a biblical context, it refers to the authority, efficacy, and authorization behind an action. To do something in a 'name' is to act by the authority, character, and representation of that person.
ChristΧριστός (from Hebrew Mashiach)
Christos · Greek/Hebrew Noun/Title
The human title for the Messiah, meaning 'Anointed One.' It signifies His divine appointment as the Savior of the world and the fulfiller of all Old Testament prophecy regarding the redemption of humanity.
crucifiedσταυρόω
stauroō · Greek Verb
The act of putting to death on a cross. In a theological sense, it refers to the substitutionary sacrifice of Jesus Christ, who took upon Himself the penalty for human sin, thus reconciling God and man.
raisedἐγείρω
egeirō · Greek Verb
The divine act by which God the Father brought Jesus back to life after His death. This event is the cornerstone of the Christian faith, demonstrating Christ's victory over sin and death and providing the assurance of future resurrection for all believers.
crippled manἀσθενής
asthenēs · Greek Adjective/Noun
A physical or spiritual impairment that renders a person unable to walk or function fully. In the Gospels, such physical healing by Jesus is a 'sign' that points to His identity as the Messiah and His authority to restore what sin has broken.
JesusἸησοῦς
Iēsous · Greek Noun
The personal name of the incarnate Son of God, meaning 'Yahweh is salvation,' identifying Him as the Messiah and the only means of redemption for humanity.
stoneλίθος
lithos · Greek Noun
A metaphor for Christ's rejection by Jewish leadership, while simultaneously affirming His foundational, essential role in God's redemptive plan and the structure of the Church.
buildersοἰκοδόμων
oikodomōn · Greek Noun
A term describing leaders or authorities responsible for building or directing God’s people, here highlighting their failure to recognize the Messiah.
cornerstoneκεφαλὴν γωνίας
kephalēn gōnias · Greek Noun phrase
A primary architectural stone that determines the orientation and alignment of a building, symbolizing Christ as the supreme, foundational authority upon which the entire Church is built.
salvationσωτηρία
sōtēria · Greek Noun
The act of being rescued from the power, penalty, and eventual presence of sin, available exclusively through faith in Jesus Christ as the mediator between God and humanity.
nameὄνομα
onoma · Greek Noun
In biblical thought, a name represents the person's identity, authority, character, and power. To be saved by a 'name' is to be saved by the person and authority of Jesus Himself.
boldnessπαρρησίαν
parrēsian · Greek Noun
A state of fearlessness, confidence, and openness in speech, often resulting from the presence and power of the Holy Spirit, allowing believers to testify to the Gospel despite opposition.
uneducated, common menἀγράμματοί εἰσιν καὶ ἰδιῶται
agrammatoi eisin kai idiōtai · Greek Adjective phrase
Refers to individuals who lacked formal, advanced religious or rabbinical schooling, highlighting that the power of the Apostles' witness came from God rather than human education.
healedτεθεραπευμένον
tetherapeumenon · Greek Verb (participle)
A miraculous restoration of physical health or spiritual wholeness, often serving in the New Testament as a sign validating the authority and message of the apostles in Jesus' name.
councilσυνέδριον
synedrion · Greek Noun
The highest judicial and religious body in Judea, composed of elders, chief priests, and scribes, holding authority over Jewish religious life and practice.
signσημεῖον
sēmeion · Greek Noun
A miraculous act or event intended to point toward a greater spiritual reality, validate a message, or reveal the power and presence of God. It functions as a 'sign' that authenticates the authority of the message being delivered.
nameὄνομα
onoma · Greek Noun
The formal title, reputation, authority, and character of a person. In the New Testament, invoking the 'name' of Jesus signifies acting under His delegated authority and bearing witness to His identity as the Messiah.
speakλαλέω
laleō · Greek Verb
To proclaim, declare, or communicate the message of the Gospel. It implies a public and authoritative declaration of the truth of God, often in the face of opposition.
teachδιδάσκω
didaskō · Greek Verb
The act of instructing others in the doctrine, commandments, and truth of God. In a biblical context, it is the systematic communication of the faith to equip others in knowledge and practice.
rightδίκαιος
dikaios · Greek Adjective
The state of being in conformity with God's moral standard, truth, and requirements. It refers to that which is morally correct or just as determined by God’s character.
listenἀκούω
akouō · Greek Verb
The act of heeding, obeying, or submitting to the words or authority of another. Spiritually, it involves active compliance with God's revealed will.
threatenedπροσαπειλέω
prosapileō · Greek Verb
To utter a forceful warning or expression of intention to inflict pain, injury, or retribution. In the NT, this often describes the hostile response of religious or political authorities toward the proclamation of the Gospel.
