JerusalemἸερουσαλήμ
Hierousalēm · Greek Proper Noun
The capital city of Israel, the site of the Temple, and the center of Jewish religious, political, and spiritual life. It is frequently associated with God's presence, the Davidic covenant, and the place where the Messiah would suffer and be glorified.
Passoverπάσχα
pascha · Greek Noun
The annual spring festival commemorating the liberation of the Israelites from slavery in Egypt, marked by the slaughter of a lamb and eating unleavened bread. It prefigures the sacrifice of Christ, the true Lamb of God, who delivers His people from the bondage of sin.
customἔθος
ethos · Greek Noun
A traditional, habitual, or religious practice observed by a community. In this context, it refers to the pious adherence to the mandates of the Mosaic Law as practiced by faithful Israelites.
boyπαῖς
pais · Greek Noun
A young male child or servant. In this context, it highlights the humanity and age of Jesus during His transition toward adulthood within the Jewish legal framework.
parentsγονεῖς
goneis · Greek Noun
Refers to Joseph and Mary. It denotes the family unit tasked with the earthly upbringing and protection of Jesus, demonstrating their commitment to the Law of Moses.
search forἀναζητέω
anazēteō · Greek Verb
To look for someone or something, often with diligence or intensity. It implies an active, intentional effort to recover what is lost or to gain knowledge of someone's location.
templeἱερῷ
hieron · Greek Noun
The sacred building in Jerusalem, serving as the dwelling place of God's presence among His people and the center of Jewish worship and sacrificial system.
teachersδιδασκάλων
didaskalos · Greek Noun
Individuals recognized as authorities on the Law of Moses, responsible for studying, teaching, and interpreting the Scriptures for the Jewish community.
understandingσυνέσει
synesis · Greek Noun
The faculty of discernment, perception, or spiritual insight; in a biblical context, it often refers to the capacity to grasp divine truth or the mind of God.
astonishedἐξίσταντο
existēmi · Greek Verb
A state of being overwhelmed with wonder or awe, often in response to a miraculous event, divine power, or profound teaching that transcends human expectation.
distressὀδυνώμενοι
odynaō · Greek Verb (participle)
A state of profound anxiety, mental anguish, or intense emotional agitation resulting from a situation of danger, loss, or deep concern.
mustδεῖ
dei · Greek Verb
A divine obligation or necessity; it often points to the sovereign will and eternal plan of God that must inevitably be fulfilled.
Father’sπατρός
patēr · Greek Noun
A relational term used to describe God’s intimate, paternal relationship with the believer, and specifically His unique, eternal relationship with the Son, Jesus Christ.
submissiveὑποτασσόμενος
hypotassomenos · Greek Participle
A Greek term implying a voluntary, active, and ordered submission to authority. In a family context, it reflects the honor and obedience due to parents, modeling the attitude of the Son toward the Father.
heartκαρδίᾳ
kardia · Greek Noun
In biblical usage, the heart is the center of the human personality, encompassing the intellect, will, emotions, and moral character. It is the seat of decision-making and where one reflects upon the works of God.
wisdomσοφίᾳ
sophia · Greek Noun
The quality of having insight, discernment, and practical understanding of God’s will and the realities of life. It is rooted in the "fear of the Lord" and involves applying divine truth to daily existence.
statureἡλικίᾳ
hēlikia · Greek Noun
Refers to the physical state or bodily development of a person. In this context, it signifies that Jesus truly experienced a human childhood and physical maturation.
favorχάριτι
chariti · Greek Noun
A broad concept referring to grace, acceptance, approval, or beauty. In the context of divine favor, it denotes God’s good pleasure and the enjoyment of His presence and blessing.
