Strong's Lexicon pinakidion: Little tablet, small writing tablet Original Word: πινακίδιον Word Origin: Diminutive form of πίναξ (pinax), meaning "tablet" or "plank." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "pinakidion," the concept of writing tablets can be related to Hebrew terms for writing materials, such as "luach" (לוח), meaning "tablet" or "board," as seen in references to the tablets of the Ten Commandments. Usage: The term "pinakidion" refers to a small writing tablet, often made of wood or wax, used in the ancient world for writing notes or messages. It is a diminutive form, indicating a smaller or more portable version of a larger tablet. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, writing tablets were common tools for communication and record-keeping. They were often made of wood and coated with wax, allowing for easy writing and erasing. These tablets were used by students, merchants, and officials for various purposes, including education, commerce, and administration. The use of such tablets reflects the practical aspects of daily life in ancient times, where written communication was essential for both personal and official matters. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origindim. of pinax Definition a writing tablet NASB Translation tablet (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 4093: πινακίδιονπινακίδιον, πινακιδιου, τό (diminutive of πινακίς, πινακιδος) (Aristotle, others); a. a small tablet. b. specifically, a writing-tablet: Luke 1:63 (Tr marginal reading πινακιδα; see the following word); Epictetus diss. 3, 22, 74. STRONGS NT 4093: πινακίς [πινακίς, πινικιδος, ἡ, equivalent to πινακίδιον (which see): Luke 1:63 Tr marginal reading (Epictetus, Plutarch, Artemidorus Daldianus, others.) Diminutive of pinax; a tablet (for writing on) -- writing table. see GREEK pinax |
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