Holy Spiritπνεῦμα
pneuma · Greek Noun
The third person of the Trinity, who empowers, guides, and dwells within believers. In this context, He is the active agent leading Jesus to fulfill His messianic mission through testing.
wildernessἔρημος
erēmos · Greek Noun
An unpopulated, desolate area, often used in Scripture as a place of testing, refinement, and intense spiritual encounter with God.
temptedπειράζω
peirazō · Greek Verb
The act of being tested, solicited to do evil, or put to the proof. It implies a trial of faith intended to reveal character or induce failure.
devilδιάβολος
diabolos · Greek Noun
Meaning 'adversary' or 'accuser,' this is the primary name for the chief fallen angel, the enemy of God and humanity who actively opposes the redemptive work of Christ.
Son of Godυἱός θεοῦ
huios Theou · Greek Noun phrase
A messianic title signifying Jesus' unique relationship with the Father and His divine nature. It confirms His authority and status as the long-awaited Savior.
writtenγράφω
graphō · Greek Verb
The foundational, divinely inspired Word of God. It serves as the ultimate authority for faith and practice, providing the defense against spiritual deception.
kingdomsβασιλεία
basileia · Greek Noun
The organized systems of human rule and power in the world. They represent the authority that Christ came to redeem and eventually reclaim as the rightful King.
authorityἐξουσία
exousia · Greek Noun
Refers to the legal right or delegated power to govern, command, or influence. In a biblical context, it implies sovereignty, which belongs ultimately to God, though temporarily usurped or delegated in the current world order.
gloryδόξα
doxa · Greek Noun
In a biblical context, this refers to the splendor, majesty, and honor associated with the kingdoms of the world. It often signifies the pride and outward magnificence of human systems that are contrasted with the glory of God.
worshipπροσκυνέω
proskyneo · Greek Verb
The act of bowing down, prostrating oneself, or showing supreme reverence and honor. Biblically, it is an act of total submission and adoration that must be directed exclusively toward God.
serveλατρεύω
latreuo · Greek Verb
To perform labor or act in the service of someone, often as a slave or subordinate. Religiously, it denotes the total devotion and obedience owed by a creature to their Creator.
Son of Godυἱός τοῦ θεοῦ
huios tou theou · Greek Noun Phrase
A title indicating a unique, intimate, and divine relationship with God the Father. In this context, it affirms Jesus' messianic identity and ontological deity, which Satan challenges to incite him to prove his status through presumption.
angelsἄγγελος
angelos · Greek Noun
Heavenly beings created by God to serve as His messengers and agents of His will. They carry out His commands and are active in the protection and care of His people according to His providence.
guardδιαφυλάσσω
diapylasso · Greek Verb
The act of protecting, watching over, or keeping someone safe from harm. Biblically, it emphasizes God’s providential care and the preservation of those who trust in Him.
bear you upנָשָׂא
nasa' · Hebrew Verb
A metaphorical reference to divine protection, care, and providence, suggesting that God sustains and upholds His people during trials or difficult paths.
stoneאֶבֶן
eben · Hebrew Noun
A physical object often serving as a metaphor for an obstacle, sin, or cause of stumbling in one's spiritual journey. In this context, it represents a threat to Jesus' path.
put... to the testἐκπειράζω
ekpeirazō · Greek Verb
The act of challenging or demanding a proof of God’s character, faithfulness, or presence, often born from doubt or disobedience. It signifies a lack of trust in God's revealed word.
devilδιάβολος
diabolos · Greek Noun
The adversary of God and mankind, representing the embodiment of evil, deception, and the tempter who seeks to derail the mission of the Messiah.
temptationπειρασμός
peirasmos · Greek Noun
An enticement or solicitation to do evil, designed to test faithfulness, reveal character, or lead one into sin.
