parableπαραβολή
parabolē · Greek Noun
A comparison or illustration, often using a short narrative, intended to convey spiritual or moral truth. In the Gospels, it is frequently used by Jesus to reveal truths to those with faith while concealing them from the rebellious.
kingdom of Godβασιλεία
basileia tou Theou · Greek Noun
The sovereign rule and reign of God over all creation, and specifically the redemptive rule of God established through the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. It encompasses both God's present spiritual reign in the lives of believers and its future, visible consummation.
noblemanεὐγενής
eugenēs · Greek Noun/Adjective
A person of high rank or noble birth. In this context, it represents one possessing the right and authority to be king.
servantsδοῦλος
doulos · Greek Noun
Individuals bound to a master, obligated to serve and carry out his will. In a spiritual sense, it denotes believers who are bought with a price and tasked with stewardship of the master’s resources.
minasμνᾶ
mna · Greek Noun
A unit of weight or currency. In parables, it symbolizes the resources, gifts, gospel message, or opportunities entrusted by God to His followers for the purpose of kingdom stewardship.
Engage in businessπραγματεύομαι
pragmateuomai · Greek Verb
The act of actively working, trading, or utilizing entrusted resources for the benefit and expansion of the master's interests during his absence. It implies faithfulness in stewardship.
reign over usβασιλεύω
basileuō · Greek Verb
The refusal to submit to God's authority or the authority of His anointed King. It signifies active hostility against the divine order.
Lordκύριος
kyrios · Greek Noun
A title of respect, sovereignty, or deity, acknowledging the authority of the one addressed. In this context, it highlights the master's ownership over the resources entrusted to the servants.
minaμνᾶ
mna · Greek Noun
A monetary unit in the ancient world, often representing a significant amount of labor or value. In parables, it symbolizes the spiritual resources, gifts, or gospel message entrusted to believers by God.
goodἀγαθός
agathos · Greek Adjective
A moral or ethical state of being excellent, virtuous, or morally sound in accordance with God's standards. It describes the character of one who fulfills their duties in alignment with divine expectation.
servantδοῦλος
doulos · Greek Noun
A person who serves another, specifically used in the New Testament to describe the believer's role in relation to Christ. It implies total dedication, humility, and the fulfilling of the Master's will.
faithfulπιστός
pistos · Greek Adjective
Possessing trust, reliability, and steadfastness in keeping commitments or stewarding responsibilities. It is the quality of a person who produces fruit because they remain constant in their devotion to their Master.
authorityἐξουσία
exousia · Greek Noun
The power or right to act, command, judge, or rule. Biblically, this often refers to the delegated responsibility given by God to His people to manage His kingdom affairs.
afraidἐφοβοῦν</th>ν
ephoboumēn · Greek Verb
A feeling of awe, reverence, or terror. In a negative sense, it is the result of a distorted view of God's character, leading to inaction or rebellion.
severeαὐστηρός
austēros · Greek Adjective
Characterized by strictness, harshness, or exacting demands. In the context of parables, it often reflects a servant's distorted perception of the Master's expectations.
wickedπονηρός
ponēros · Greek Adjective
A moral classification of a person whose heart and actions are in opposition to God's will and truth. It denotes one who is lazy, faithless, or actively malicious.
servantδοῦλος
doulos · Greek Noun
One who is in a position of subjection to a master, obligated to serve and carry out the master's will. Biblically, all humans are servants either to sin or to God.
minaμνᾶ
mna · Greek Noun
A unit of weight or currency. In parables, it represents the gifts, opportunities, and spiritual resources entrusted to believers by God for the purpose of His kingdom.
Lordκύριος
kyrios · Greek Noun
A title of respect, authority, and lordship. It is used for human masters and, ultimately, for Jesus Christ as the sovereign Ruler of the universe.
reignβασιλεύω
basileuō · Greek Verb
The sovereign rule and authority of God or His Messiah over all creation, specifically referring to the kingship of Jesus Christ.
enemiesἐχθρός
echthros · Greek Noun
One who opposes or is hostile toward another; in a biblical context, it refers to those who refuse to submit to the lordship and authority of Christ.