scribesγραμματεύς
grammateus · Greek Noun
Religious experts and interpreters of the Mosaic Law in ancient Israel. They were responsible for copying, teaching, and enforcing the Scriptures, often wielding significant authority in legal and theological matters.
commandmentἐντολή
entolē · Greek Noun
A divine directive or mandate given by God for human conduct. They represent the moral will of God, intended to guide His people in holiness and love for Him and their neighbor.
oneεἷς
heis · Greek Adjective/Noun
The primary, singular God of the universe who is self-existent and unique. The confession of His oneness emphasizes His exclusivity, sovereignty, and the requirement of undivided devotion from His people.
loveἀγαπάω
agapaō · Greek Verb
A deep, sacrificial, and covenantal commitment of the entire person to God. It involves both emotion and will, compelling the believer to prioritize God above all else and to live in obedience to His commands.
heartκαρδία
kardia · Greek Noun
The center of the human personality, including intellect, emotions, and the will. It is the seat of moral choices and the inner life where true devotion to God begins.
soulψυχή
psychē · Greek Noun
The inner life or personhood; the life-principle that distinguishes a living being. In the Bible, it often represents the innermost self that longs for and is held accountable by God.
mindδιάνοια
dianoia · Greek Noun
The capacity for reasoning and understanding. It signifies that true faith is not merely emotional but also involves the engagement of the intellect in contemplating and honoring God.
strengthἰσχύς
ischys · Greek Noun
Physical, mental, or spiritual energy and capacity. Loving God with all one's strength implies an active, intentional, and total exertion of one's entire being in the service and worship of the Lord.
loveἀγαπάω
agapaō · Greek Verb
The active, sacrificial, and self-denying commitment to the well-being of another, as commanded by God. In the New Testament, this is the hallmark of the believer and reflects God's own nature.
neighborπλησίον
plēsion · Greek Noun
One who lives in proximity to another; in biblical ethics, this includes anyone to whom we have an opportunity to show mercy, extending beyond ethnic or social boundaries.
commandmentἐντολή
entolē · Greek Noun
A divine injunction or authoritative rule for conduct issued by God for His people, intended to lead to life and reflect His holiness.
scribeγραμματεύς
grammateus · Greek Noun
A professional scholar and interpreter of the Mosaic Law; they were responsible for copying, teaching, and applying the Torah within Jewish society.
heartκαρδία
kardia · Greek Noun
In the Hebrew understanding, the seat of the intellect, will, and emotions; the center of the human personality where moral decisions are made.
understandingσύνεσις
synesis · Greek Noun
The mental faculty or ability to comprehend, reason, and discern, necessary for understanding God’s word and applying it to life.
strengthἰσχύς
ischys · Greek Noun
The physical and spiritual capacity or power of a person; in the context of the Greatest Commandment, it implies total exertion and resources.
whole burnt offeringsὁλοκαύτωμα
holokautōma · Greek Noun
Ritual offerings prescribed by the Law of Moses to express atonement, dedication, or thanksgiving; the prophets and Jesus emphasized that these are hollow without inner obedience.
kingdom of Godβασιλεία
basileia · Greek Noun
The redemptive, sovereign rule of God over His creation and His people, which has broken into history through the ministry and person of Jesus Christ.
