Yea | ναί (nai) | Greek (adverb)

Etymology and Semantic Analysis The word ‘yea’ in English translations of the Bible is derived from the Old English ‘gēa’, signifying affirmation or truth. In the Greek New Testament, ‘yea’ often translates as ‘ναί’ (nai), serving as a term of strong affirmation or agreement. This adverb is most prominent in the New Testament, reflecting a […]

Dream | חֲלוֹם (Chalom) – Hebrew | ὄναρ (Onar) – Greek | Noun

Etymology and Semantic Analysis The English word ‘dream’ originates from the Old English ‘drēam,’ which historically meant joy or music but evolved to denote the images and emotions experienced during sleep. In the Hebrew Bible, ‘dream’ is primarily translated from חֲלוֹם (Chalom), while in the New Testament, the Greek term ὄναρ (Onar) is used. Dreams […]

Doubt | Διακρίνω (diakrinō) | Verb

Etymology and Semantic Analysis The English word ‘doubt’ finds its roots in the Old French ‘douter,’ which stems from the Latin ‘dubitare,’ meaning to hesitate or waver in opinion. In the New Testament, the Greek word often translated as ‘doubt’ is Διακρίνω (diakrinō), which carries a richer and more nuanced meaning, literally translating to ‘to […]

On Life in Christ. First Discourse (A’) – Kabasilas Nikolaos

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Of the most wise and learned and in all respects most holy Lord Saint Nikolaos Kabasilas, also called Chamaetos On Life in Christ, (A’) First Discourse: that it consists through the divine mysteries, of baptism, chrism and divine communion. Life in Christ is conceived in this life and takes its beginnings here; but it is […]