Strong's Lexicon polutelés: Costly, expensive, precious Original Word: πολυτελής Word Origin: From the Greek words πολύς (polus, meaning "many" or "much") and τέλος (telos, meaning "end" or "purpose"), indicating something that is costly or of great value. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "polutelés," the concept of costly or precious items can be found in Hebrew words like יָקָר (yaqar, Strong's H3368), meaning "precious" or "valuable." Usage: The term "polutelés" is used to describe items of great value or expense. It conveys the idea of something that is not only costly in terms of monetary value but also precious in terms of quality and significance. In the New Testament, it often refers to items that are used in acts of worship or devotion, highlighting their worthiness and the honor they bring to God. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, items described as "polutelés" were typically associated with wealth and status. Such items could include luxurious clothing, precious ointments, or valuable gifts. The use of costly items in religious practices was common, as they were seen as fitting offerings to deities. In the Jewish context, the use of expensive materials in the Temple and in religious ceremonies underscored the reverence and honor due to God. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom polus and telos Definition very costly NASB Translation costly (1), precious (1), very costly (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 4185: πολυτελήςπολυτελής, πολυτελές (πολύς, and τέλος cost) (from Herodotus down), precious; a. requiring great outlay, very costly: Mark 14:3; 1 Timothy 2:9. (Thucydides and following; the Sept.) b. excellent, of surpassing value (A. V. of great price): 1 Peter 3:4. ((Plato, others.)) From polus and telos; extremely expensive -- costly, very precious, of great price. see GREEK polus see GREEK telos Englishman's Concordance Mark 14:3 Adj-GFSGRK: νάρδου πιστικῆς πολυτελοῦς συντρίψασα τὴν NAS: vial of very costly perfume KJV: of spikenard very precious; and INT: of nard pure of great price having broken the 1 Timothy 2:9 Adj-DMS 1 Peter 3:4 Adj-NNS Strong's Greek 4185 |
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