Strong's Lexicon poikilos: Various, manifold, diverse Original Word: ποικίλος Word Origin: Derived from a primary root meaning "to be variegated" or "diverse." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "poikilos," the concept of diversity and manifold expressions can be seen in words like "רַב" (rab, Strong's H7227) meaning "many" or "great," and "חֶסֶד" (chesed, Strong's H2617) often translated as "lovingkindness" or "mercy," which can be manifold in expression. Usage: The Greek word "poikilos" is used to describe something that is varied or diverse in nature. It often conveys the idea of something being manifold or having many different kinds. In the New Testament, it is used to describe the multifaceted nature of God's grace, wisdom, and the trials believers may face. Cultural and Historical Background: In the ancient Greek world, "poikilos" was used to describe things that were intricate or complex, such as a tapestry with many colors or a piece of art with detailed patterns. This term would have resonated with early Christians who lived in a culturally rich and diverse Roman Empire, where the complexity of life and faith was a common experience. HELPS Word-studies 4164 poikílos – properly, of various kinds, diversified ("manifold"). [This is the same meaning 4164 (poikílos) has in Pindar, Josephus, Philo, etc. cf. BAGD.] NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origina prim. word Definition many colored NASB Translation manifold (1), varied (1), various (8). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 4164: ποικίλοςποικίλος, ποικίλη, ποικίλον, from Homer down, various, i. e. a. of divers colors, variegated: the Sept. b. equivalent to of divers sorts: Matthew 4:24; Mark 1:34; Luke 4:40; 2 Timothy 3:6; Titus 3:3; Hebrews 2:4; Hebrews 13:9; James 1:2; 1 Peter 1:6; 1 Peter 4:10 ((A. V. in the last two examples manifold)). Of uncertain derivation; motley, i.e. Various in character -- divers, manifold. Englishman's Concordance Matthew 4:24 Adj-DFPGRK: κακῶς ἔχοντας ποικίλαις νόσοις καὶ NAS: those suffering with various diseases KJV: that were taken with divers diseases INT: sick who were by various diseases and Mark 1:34 Adj-DFP Luke 4:40 Adj-DFP 2 Timothy 3:6 Adj-DFP Titus 3:3 Adj-DFP Hebrews 2:4 Adj-DFP Hebrews 13:9 Adj-DFP James 1:2 Adj-DMP 1 Peter 1:6 Adj-DMP 1 Peter 4:10 Adj-GFS Strong's Greek 4164 |
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