Loveἀγαπᾶτε
agapate · Greek Verb
A self-sacrificial, active, and persistent commitment to the well-being of another, regardless of their response or merit. This is the hallmark of the believer's character as reflective of God's own nature.
enemiesἐχθρούς
echthrous · Greek Noun
Those who are hostile, actively opposed to, or working against the interests and righteousness of the believer. Biblically, they are to be the object of the believer's proactive grace.
blessεὐλογεῖτε
eulogeite · Greek Verb
To speak well of, to invoke God’s favor upon, or to express a desire for another's spiritual and physical prosperity. It is the direct opposite of cursing.
curseκαταρωμένοις
katarōmenois · Greek Verb
To speak evil, invoke calamity, or use malicious language against someone. It is a sign of spiritual hostility and lack of respect for the image of God in another person.
abuseἐπηρεαζόντων
epēreazontōn · Greek Verb
To treat with violence, insult, or spiteful harassment. It involves the intentional mistreatment of someone, especially for their faith or association with Christ.
cloakἱμάτιον
himation · Greek Noun
An outer garment or mantle, often of significant value and used as a covering or bed at night. Under biblical law, it was considered essential and was even protected from being kept as a pledge overnight.
tunicχιτῶνα
chitōna · Greek Noun
An inner garment worn next to the skin, similar to a tunic or shirt. It was considered the most basic necessity of clothing.
loveἀγαπάω
agapaō · Greek Verb
A self-sacrificial, intentional, and unconditional love that seeks the highest good of another, modeled perfectly by God's love for humanity.
sinnersἁμαρτωλός
hamartōlos · Greek Noun
A general term for those who miss the mark of God's perfect standard; in a moral sense, it refers to those living in opposition to God's will and law.
benefit/creditχάρις
charis · Greek Noun
The inherent value or divine favor associated with an action or state; often used to denote grace or that which is pleasing and acceptable to God.
do goodἀγαθοποιέω
agathopoieō · Greek Verb
An attitude of benevolence and active kindness directed toward others, often demonstrating practical care.
enemiesἐχθρός
echthros · Greek Noun
One who is hostile, actively opposing, or standing in contradiction to another; in a biblical context, it refers to those who show animosity toward followers of Christ.
rewardμισθός
misthos · Greek Noun
A recompense or divine compensation; in this context, it refers to the spiritual blessing or inheritance bestowed by God upon those who obey Him.
sonsυἱός
huios · Greek Noun
A relational status indicating one who acts like or represents the character of God, participating in His nature through divine adoption and sanctification.
Most Highὕψιστος
hypsistos · Greek Adjective
A designation for God emphasizing His transcendence, sovereignty, and supreme authority over all creation.
evilπονηρός
ponēros · Greek Adjective
A state of moral and spiritual deficiency characterized by malice, wickedness, or active hostility toward that which is holy and good.
kindχρηστός
chrēstos · Greek Adjective
A quality of grace and gentleness reflecting God's disposition; it describes one who is useful, mild, or benign in their treatment of others.
mercifulοἰκτίρμων
oiktirmōn · Greek Adjective
Compassion or pity in action, specifically reflecting God's kindness toward those who are undeserving or in misery. It involves a deep emotional connection that results in active help or pardon.
