servantsδοῦλος
doulos · Greek Noun
A person bound to service for another, often implying total devotion, obedience, and stewardship of the master's affairs. In biblical contexts, it describes the relationship between humanity and God, emphasizing service and accountability.
entrustedπαραδίδωμι
paradidōmi · Greek Verb
To deliver something into the care or protection of another; to commit or entrust. It implies a high degree of confidence and the expectation of faithful stewardship.
propertyὑπάρχοντα
hyparchonta · Greek Noun
Possessions, goods, or wealth belonging to an owner. In a theological sense, it often refers to the gifts, resources, or spiritual responsibilities that God places under the care of believers.
talentsτάλαντον
talanton · Greek Noun
A unit of weight used for precious metals, often representing a significant sum of money or a large measure of value. In biblical parables, it symbolizes the diverse gifts, resources, or opportunities God grants to individuals for service in His kingdom.
abilityδύναμις
dynamis · Greek Noun
Natural capacity, power, or suitability to do something. Biblically, it refers to the diverse natural and spiritual endowments that God distributes to individuals, which serve as the basis for their stewardship.
talentsτάλαντον
talanton · Greek Noun
A unit of weight used for precious metals, often representing a very large sum of money or, metaphorically in this context, the spiritual gifts, opportunities, or resources entrusted by God to His people.
servantsδοῦλος
doulos · Greek Noun
A person who performs the will of another, often used to describe those in a position of humble service or total submission to a superior, particularly in relation to God.
masterκύριος
kyrios · Greek Noun
A title of honor and authority for one who has sovereignty, ownership, or control over people or possessions; in a biblical context, it frequently refers to God or Christ as the owner of all things.
settled accountsσυναίρω λόγον
synairō logon · Greek Verb phrase
To calculate or evaluate debts or obligations; it signifies the final judgment where individuals must give an account of their stewardship and faithfulness to God.
masterκύριος
kyrios · Greek Noun
The owner, possessor, or one who exercises authority over others; in a spiritual context, it specifically refers to God or Christ as the supreme authority and owner of believers.
goodἀγαθός
agathos · Greek Adjective
Exhibiting moral excellence, integrity, and uprightness of character; it denotes a state of being aligned with God’s will and standards.
faithfulπιστός
pistos · Greek Adjective
Steadfast, loyal, and reliable in one’s duties or commitments; in Scripture, it describes a person whose life and actions reflect consistency with God's commands.
servantδοῦλος
doulos · Greek Noun
One who performs the will of another; a servant is bound to the master's service and lives to fulfill the master's purposes and commands.
talentsτάλαντον
talanton · Greek Noun
A weight or measure of value, often used in parables to represent gifts, abilities, resources, or opportunities entrusted by God to human beings for the purpose of stewardship.
joyχαρά
chara · Greek Noun
A state of profound happiness, gladness, or delight; biblically, it refers to the deep, spiritual satisfaction found in the presence of God or the participation in His kingdom work.
hardσκληρός
skleros · Greek Adjective
Rough, harsh, severe, or exacting; it describes one who is demanding and unyielding in their expectations.
afraidφοβέω
phobeo · Greek Verb
An emotional state of alarm, dread, or reverence; while it can refer to a healthy, reverent awe of God, it can also manifest as a paralyzing lack of trust in God’s goodness.
wickedπονηρός
ponēros · Greek Adjective
In a moral or theological sense, this refers to that which is evil, corrupt, or malicious. It denotes a character or action that is contrary to God’s nature and commands.
slothfulὀκνηρός
oknēros · Greek Adjective
Refers to being lazy, indolent, or negligent. In a spiritual context, it signifies a failure to act on one’s responsibilities or a lack of zeal in serving the Lord.
servantδοῦλος
doulos · Greek Noun
One who is subject to the authority of another. In the New Testament, it frequently describes the believer’s relationship to Christ as their Master or Lord.
talentτάλαντον
talanton · Greek Noun
A unit of weight or money in the ancient world. In the parable, it symbolizes the gifts, resources, or spiritual opportunities entrusted by God to individuals for stewardship.
abundanceπερισσεύω
perisseuō · Greek Verb
Possessing a surplus or overflowing amount. Biblically, it refers to the fullness of God’s grace, provision, or spiritual rewards beyond what is merely necessary.
worthlessἀχρεῖος
achreios · Greek Adjective
Literally 'useless' or 'unprofitable.' It describes someone who has failed to fulfill the purpose for which they were created or commissioned by God.
outer darknessσκότος
skotos · Greek Noun
A metaphor for the state of total separation from God's presence and light. It represents the reality of judgment and the absence of divine fellowship.
weeping and gnashing of teethκλαυθμός καὶ ὁ βρυγμὸς τῶν ὀδόντων
klauthmos kai ho brugmos tōn odontōn · Greek Noun Phrase
A phrase used in the New Testament to describe the state of extreme remorse, anguish, and despair experienced by those under divine judgment.
