parableπαραβολή
parabolē · Greek Noun
A short, earthly story used to illustrate a deeper spiritual truth, often involving a comparison between familiar aspects of life and the realities of God's kingdom.
vineyardἀμπελών
ampelōn · Greek Noun
An agricultural plot used to produce grapes for wine; symbolically, it often represents Israel or the people of God whom He cultivates and expects to bear fruit.
tenantsγεωργός
geōrgos · Greek Noun
A person who cultivates land owned by another in exchange for a portion of the produce; in parables, they often represent stewards or leaders entrusted with divine authority.
servantsδοῦλος
doulos · Greek Noun
A person bound in service to another; in a theological context, these represent the prophets and messengers of God sent to call His people to account.
servantsδοῦλος
doulos · Greek Noun
A person in the service of another, often used to describe prophets, messengers of God, or those who carry out the will of a master. It implies subjection to authority and a duty to convey the master's message or fulfill the master's purpose.
sonυἱός
huios · Greek Noun
The male offspring of a parent; in theological contexts, it frequently refers to the relationship between God the Father and Jesus Christ, signifying divine sonship, identity, and shared authority.
respectἐντρέπομαι
entrepo · Greek Verb
To show due regard, honor, or reverential deference to someone in a position of authority. It involves acknowledging their status and acting in accordance with their rightful expectation.
heirκληρονόμος
klēronomos · Greek Noun
One who receives the property, title, or spiritual blessings belonging to another, typically following the death of the previous owner. In a biblical context, it often refers to believers as heirs of God's kingdom or Christ as the ultimate heir of all things.
inheritanceκληρονομία
klēronomia · Greek Noun
The property, possession, or spiritual blessing passed from one person to another. It signifies the rightful portion belonging to a person, especially in relation to God's covenant promises.
vineyardἀμπελών
ampelōn · Greek Noun
A plot of land planted with grapevines. In biblical imagery, it frequently represents the people of God, Israel, or the kingdom of God, which is under the care and judgment of the Lord.
tenantsγεωργός
geōrgos · Greek Noun
One who leases or works land owned by another, often entrusted with the care and fruit-bearing responsibility of that land. In parables, it represents religious leaders or humanity entrusted with stewardship by God.
ownerκύριος
kyrios · Greek Noun
The individual who holds legal title to a property and has absolute authority over it. Biblically, this often refers to God as the sovereign Creator and ultimate possessor of all things.
vineyardἀμπελών
ampelōn · Greek Noun
A cultivated area, frequently used in the Bible as a symbol for the people of God, Israel, or the sphere of God's authority and judgment. It implies stewardship, as the owner expects a return on the investment of care and resources.
tenantsγεωργός
geōrgos · Greek Noun
In this context, those entrusted with the care of God's kingdom or covenant who fail to fulfill their obligations or display rebellion against the Owner (God). It implies a failure of stewardship and accountability.
Scripturesγραφή
graphē · Greek Noun
The collection of holy writings recognized as divinely inspired. In the New Testament, it refers to the Old Testament as the authoritative word of God and the source for understanding His redemptive plan.
stoneλίθος
lithos · Greek Noun
A stone, often the foundation or capstone, used metaphorically to describe Jesus Christ. It represents the central, foundational element of God’s plan of salvation, which is often rejected by human systems of authority.
cornerstoneκεφαλή γωνίας
kephalē gōnias · Greek Noun phrase
Literally the "head of the corner," this refers to the primary stone that holds a structure together and determines its alignment. Theologically, it signifies Christ as the supreme, irreplaceable foundation upon which the church is built.
kingdom of Godβασιλεία
basileia · Greek Noun
The sovereign reign, rule, and authority of God over His creation and His people. It is both a present reality in the hearts of believers and a future, eternal kingdom established by the Messiah.
