Strong's Lexicon niptér: Basin, washbasin Original Word: νιπτήρ Word Origin: From the Greek verb νίπτω (niptō), meaning "to wash." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "niptér," the concept of washing and purification is prevalent in the Old Testament, often associated with the Hebrew word "כִּיּוֹר" (kiyor), which refers to a laver or basin used in the tabernacle for priestly purification (e.g., Exodus 30:18). Usage: The term "niptér" refers to a basin or a vessel used for washing, particularly in the context of washing hands or feet. It is a practical item used in daily life and religious rituals for purification purposes. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Jewish and Greco-Roman cultures, washing was an important ritual for both physical cleanliness and spiritual purification. The use of a basin for washing was common in households and religious settings. In Jewish tradition, washing hands and feet was a customary practice before meals and religious ceremonies, symbolizing purity and readiness to participate in communal and sacred activities. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom niptó Definition a basin NASB Translation basin (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 3537: νιπτήρνιπτήρ, νιπτηρος, ὁ (νίπτω), a vessel for washing the hands and feet, a basin: John 13:5. (Ecclesiastical writings.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance a wash basinFrom nipto; a ewer -- bason. see GREEK nipto Forms and Transliterations νιπτηρα νιπτήρα νιπτῆρα niptera niptêra niptēra niptē̂raLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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