Gentilesἔθνος
ethnos · Greek Noun
All non-Jewish people; biblically, it refers to the nations of the world who were outside the covenant promises given to Israel prior to the gospel's expansion.
SamaritansΣαμαρείτης
Samareitēs · Greek Noun
A people group living in the region between Galilee and Judea who were viewed with hostility by many Jews due to their mixed ethnic heritage and divergent religious practices.
sheepπρόβατα
probaton · Greek Noun
Refers to the people of God, often highlighting their vulnerability, straying from God's guidance, and their need for a Shepherd. In the context of Israel, it highlights their covenantal status but also their spiritual wandering.
lostἀπόλλυμι
apollumi · Greek Adjective/Participle
Refers to the state of being spiritually ruined or astray from God. It describes the condition of humanity separated from God, needing divine intervention for restoration.
kingdom of heavenβασιλεία
basileia tou ouranou · Greek Noun
The sovereign reign and rule of God. It signifies the breaking in of God's redemptive power and authority into history, calling for repentance and submission.
at handἐγγίζω
engizo · Greek Verb/Adjective
A term denoting that an event or state is immediate, imminent, or has drawn very near. It indicates that the arrival of God's reign is no longer a distant future hope but a present reality.
Healθεραπεύω
therapeuo · Greek Verb
The exercise of divine power to restore health or wholeness to those suffering from physical or spiritual infirmity. It serves as a sign of the kingdom's arrival.
lepersλεπρός
lepros · Greek Noun/Adjective
Refers to a state of ritual impurity under the Old Testament law. Cleansing represented the restoration of the individual to the community of God's people and the removing of signs of judgment or decay.
demonsδαιμόνιον
daimonion · Greek Noun
Spiritual beings, opposed to God, who influence or possess individuals. Casting them out demonstrates the superior authority of the kingdom of God over the powers of darkness.
laborerἐργάτης
ergates · Greek Noun
Refers to the one who works, particularly in the context of ministry or service for the kingdom. It implies that those dedicated to the work of the gospel are worthy of support.
worthyἄξιος
axios · Greek Adjective
Refers to moral character or fitness; in this context, those whose character aligns with the message of the kingdom and who show receptivity to the gospel.
peaceεἰρήνη
eirēnē · Greek Noun
The Hebrew concept of 'shalom' (peace) represents wholeness, well-being, harmony, and prosperity in a relational and spiritual sense. In the New Testament, it includes the peace with God brought through Christ.
receiveδέχομαι
dechomai · Greek Verb
The act of welcoming or accepting someone, especially an apostle or messenger; implies belief in their message and fellowship with the messenger.
shake off the dustτινάξατε τὸν κονιορτόν
tinaxate ton koniorton · Greek Verb/Noun phrase
A symbolic gesture of separation or judgment, signifying that those who reject the message of the kingdom are responsible for their own rejection and are no longer under the messenger's influence or ministry.
judgmentκρίσις
krisis · Greek Noun
The future event when God, specifically through Jesus Christ, evaluates the lives and actions of humanity, rendering justice based on their response to the gospel.
Sodom and GomorrahΣόδομα καὶ Γόμορρα
Sodoma kai Gomorra · Greek Proper Noun
Biblical cities in Genesis destroyed by God due to their extreme wickedness and sexual immorality; they serve as a standard reference in Scripture for severe divine judgment.
Beholdἰδού
idou · Greek Interjection/Particle
A command to pay close attention or perceive something of great importance; often used to introduce a significant revelation or truth.
sheepπρόβατον
probaton · Greek Noun
Animals known for their gentleness, vulnerability, and dependence on a shepherd; in Scripture, they often represent God’s people.
wolvesλύκος
lykos · Greek Noun
Predatory animals that symbolize those who are hostile, ravenous, or spiritually dangerous to the people of God.
wiseφρόνιμος
phronimos · Greek Adjective
Practical, godly discernment; the ability to make sound judgments and act with foresight according to God's will.
innocentἀκέραιος
akeraios · Greek Adjective
Purity, lack of deceit, or blamelessness; signifies being unmixed or untainted by evil or malice.
