SaulΣαῦλος
Saulos · Greek Noun
A Pharisee and Roman citizen who became a key apostle, originally known for his fierce persecution of the early Christian church before his dramatic conversion.
breathingπνέων
pneōn · Greek Verb
To inspire or express intense hostility, malice, or intent to harm, often used figuratively to describe a person's constant state of agitation or rage.
disciplesμαθητὰς
mathētas · Greek Noun
The students or followers of a teacher; in the New Testament, it refers specifically to the followers of Jesus Christ who learn from Him and live according to His teachings.
LordΚυρίου
Kyriou · Greek Noun
The divine title used to express the sovereign authority, ownership, and deity of God or Jesus Christ, indicating one to whom absolute obedience and worship are due.
high priestἀρχιερέα
archierea · Greek Noun
The highest religious official in Judaism, serving as the head of the Sanhedrin and the primary mediator in temple worship and legal matters.
the Wayὁδός
hodos · Greek Noun
The early name used by the followers of Jesus to describe the Christian faith, emphasizing it as the exclusive path of salvation and the divine way of living revealed by Christ.
persecutingδιώκεις
diōkeis · Greek Verb
A term denoting the systematic oppression, harassment, or infliction of suffering upon individuals or a group, particularly on account of their faith or identification with Christ.
JesusἸησοῦς
Iēsous · Greek Noun
The incarnate Son of God, the Savior of the world who died for human sin and rose again; the name signifies "the Lord is salvation."
riseἀνάστηθι
anastēthi · Greek Verb
A common verb used in the context of resurrection, awakening from sleep, or standing up to fulfill a divine commission. It often signifies a shift from a passive state to active obedience.
cityπόλιν
polin · Greek Noun
In a biblical context, a city often represents a center of social, political, and spiritual activity. Damascus, in particular, is an ancient city known for its role in the geopolitical landscape of the Bible.
discipleμαθητής
mathētēs · Greek Noun
The New Testament Greek term for a learner or pupil who follows a teacher. It implies not just intellectual assent, but a life of commitment, imitation, and devotion to Jesus Christ.
visionὅραμα
horama · Greek Noun
A supernatural means of divine communication where God reveals Himself, His will, or future events to an individual. It serves to convey authoritative instructions or theological truths directly from God.
LordΚύριος
Kyrios · Greek Noun
A title of sovereignty and authority, used throughout the New Testament to acknowledge Jesus' status as the risen, ruling King over all creation and specifically the Church. It denotes total submission and rightful ownership by God over the believer.
voiceφωνῆς
phōnēs · Greek Noun
The divine, authoritative communication from God, often functioning as an instrument of creation, judgment, or calling. It refers to the sound or message that carries the authority of the speaker, regardless of whether the physical source is visible.
Lordκύριος
kyrios · Greek Noun
In this context, it refers to the resurrected Jesus Christ, demonstrating His sovereign authority over Ananias and Saul. Biblically, it signifies divine sovereignty, lordship, and deity.
visionὅραμα
horama · Greek Noun
A visual or supernatural revelation given by God to human beings to communicate His will, guidance, or information. It bypasses ordinary sensory perception to reveal spiritual realities.
lay his handsἐπιτίθημι
epitithēmi · Greek Verb
The laying on of hands is a symbolic act in the Bible representing the transfer of authority, blessing, healing, or the impartation of the Holy Spirit. It serves to identify the recipient with the person acting or to invoke God's power upon them.
saintsἅγιος
hagios · Greek Noun/Adjective
Literally "holy ones." It refers to all believers in Christ who have been set apart (consecrated) by God for His use and service. Their holiness is derived from their relationship with Christ rather than their own moral perfection.
authorityἐξουσία
exousia · Greek Noun
The legal right, power, or authorization granted to perform specific actions. In a biblical context, it often refers to legitimate delegated power, sometimes used for righteous purposes and sometimes for opposition to God.
call on your nameἐπικαλέω
epikaleō · Greek Verb phrase
A phrase meaning to worship, appeal to, or rely upon the character and authority of God. To call on the name of the Lord is to acknowledge His sovereignty and seek His salvation or help.
instrumentσκεῦος
skeuos · Greek Noun
An object or vessel used for a specific purpose. When applied to a person, it emphasizes that they are not acting under their own initiative but as a tool in the hands of God to fulfill His sovereign mission.
chosenἐκλογῆς
eklogē · Greek Adjective
Someone selected or elected by God for a special purpose, mission, or status. It emphasizes the initiative of God in salvation and service rather than human merit.
Gentilesἔθνος
ethnos · Greek Noun
Historically refers to all nations other than the Jews. In the New Testament, it signifies the extension of God's covenant blessings to the entire world, fulfilling the promise that all nations would be blessed through the seed of Abraham.
sufferπάσχω
paschō · Greek Verb
To experience physical, mental, or emotional pain, often used in the New Testament to describe the cost of discipleship and service to Christ. It implies an endurance of hardship for the sake of the Gospel.
nameὄνομα
onoma · Greek Noun
Refers to the person, reputation, authority, and character of the one being invoked. In a biblical context, it represents the very presence and power of the person to whom it belongs.
sentἀποστέλλω
apostellō · Greek Verb
A formal act of commission where a person is officially designated for a specific mission or service by God or His authorized representative.
Holy Spiritπνεῦμα ἅγιον
pneuma hagion · Greek Noun phrase
The third person of the Trinity, who indwells the believer to empower, sanctify, and guide them in the Christian life. It is the fulfillment of the promise of God’s presence within His people.
baptizedβαπτίζω
baptizō · Greek Verb
An initiatory ordinance of the Christian faith, symbolizing identification with the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ and the believer's public profession of faith.
disciplesμαθητής
mathētēs · Greek Noun
Those who follow the teachings of a master; in the New Testament, it refers specifically to those who follow Jesus Christ, characterized by learning from Him and imitating His life.
