Archive for the ‘Greek for the Week’ Category

Greek for the week – diabolos

Wednesday, November 1st, 2006

dee-ab’-ol-os

often translated – devil; a traducer; specifically Satan; one who puts himself or something else between two others

Greek for the week – makarios

Tuesday, October 24th, 2006

mak-ar’-ee-os

Often translated “blessed”

supremely blest; by extension fortunate, well off, blessed, happy

Greek for the week – Charis

Tuesday, October 17th, 2006

Often translated “grace”

graciousness , of manner or act (especially the divine influence upon the heart, and its reflection in the life; including gratitude): – acceptable, benefit, favour, gift, grace