subjectὑποτάσσεσθαι
hypotassesthai · Greek Verb
To yield, rank under, or be subordinate to another in a position of authority or status. It implies an attitude of cooperation and obedience within a structured order.
governing authoritiesἐξουσίαις
exousiais · Greek Noun
A legitimate right to exercise control, power, or influence. In a biblical context, all true authority is delegated by God to maintain order and justice in the created world.
institutedτεταγμέναι
tetagmenai · Greek Verb/Participle
To be placed, arranged, or ordained in a specific order or position. It signifies God’s sovereign orchestration of structures, offices, or roles.
resistsἀντιτασσόμενος
antitassomenos · Greek Verb
To set oneself against or take a hostile stand. In this context, it signifies an act of rebellion against the divine order established by God.
judgmentκρίμα
krima · Greek Noun
A judicial decision or sentence. It refers to the final outcome of a trial or evaluation, often associated with divine justice or penalty for wrongdoing.
servantδιάκονος
diakonos · Greek Noun
A religious or secular attendant who serves a master. In the Bible, it describes someone carrying out the will or mission of God.
swordμάχαιραν
machairan · Greek Noun
A lethal weapon used by state authorities, symbolizing the power of the state to execute justice, punish criminals, and preserve social order.
avengerἔκδικος
ekdikos · Greek Noun
One who executes justice or retribution against a wrongdoer. It describes the role of an authority in ensuring that justice is served.
wrathὀργή
orgē · Greek Noun
The righteous indignation of God against sin and evil. It is the necessary reaction of a holy God against all that opposes His will.
conscienceσυνείδησιν
syneidēsin · Greek Noun
The internal moral monitor God has placed within human beings. It is the faculty that judges one's actions, thoughts, and motives according to the knowledge of what is right and wrong.
taxesφόρος
phoros · Greek Noun
A system of compulsory contributions levied by a government upon persons or property for the support of the state. In a biblical context, it acknowledges the legitimacy of civil authority and the Christian's obligation to contribute to the orderly functioning of society.
ministersλειτουργός
leitourgos · Greek Noun
Public servants, stewards, or agents who perform duties on behalf of another. In a biblical sense, it denotes someone commissioned by God to carry out His purpose, often used for civil authorities or ministers of the Gospel.
respectφόβος
phobos · Greek Noun
A deep-seated, often reverential regard for someone in a position of authority or status. It entails acknowledging the position God has ordained for that individual and responding with appropriate deference.
honorτιμή
timē · Greek Noun
Recognition, esteem, or glory bestowed upon someone due to their position or character. It is the outward expression of high value placed on another person.
