5073. tetraplous

Lexicon

tetraplous: Fourfold

Original Word: τετραπλοῦς
Part of Speech: Adjective
Transliteration: tetraplous
Pronunciation: te-trah-PLOOS
Phonetic Spelling: (tet-rap-lo'-os)
Definition: Fourfold
Meaning: four-fold, four times as much.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

fourfold.

From tessares and a derivative of the base of pleistos; quadruple -- fourfold.

see GREEK tessares

see GREEK pleistos

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
from tessares and perhaps ploos
Definition
fourfold
NASB Translation
four times (1), four times as much (1).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 5073: τετραπλῶς

τετραπλῶς (τετραπλοῦς), τετραπλοη (τετραπλῇ), τετραπλων (τετραπλοῦν) (from τέτρα, and πλως, to which corresponds the Latin-plus induplus, triplus, from ΠΛΑΩ (but cf. Vanicek, p. 501)), quadruple, fourfold: Luke 19:8. (The Sept.; Xenophon, Josephus, Plutarch, others.)

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from the Greek words "τέτρα" (tetra), meaning "four," and "πλοῦς" (plous), meaning "fold" or "times."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • H706 (אַרְבַּע, arba): Meaning "four," used in various contexts to denote the number four.
• H4932 (מִשְׁנֶה, mishneh): Meaning "double" or "second," often used in the context of duplication or multiplication, though not directly equivalent to "fourfold," it relates to the concept of restitution and multiplication.

This entry provides a comprehensive understanding of the term τετραπλοῦς, its biblical usage, and its theological implications, reflecting the principles of justice and repentance in the Christian faith.

Usage: The term τετραπλοῦς is used in the context of restitution or compensation, indicating a fourfold repayment or restoration.

Context: The Greek term τετραπλοῦς appears in the New Testament in the context of restitution and justice. It is notably used in Luke 19:8, where Zacchaeus, a tax collector, declares his intention to repay fourfold to anyone he has defrauded. This declaration reflects a commitment to go beyond the requirements of the Mosaic Law, which prescribed a twofold restitution in certain cases of theft or fraud (Exodus 22:4, 7). Zacchaeus's promise of a fourfold repayment demonstrates a profound transformation and a desire to make amends generously, aligning with the principles of repentance and restitution.

The concept of fourfold restitution is rooted in the Old Testament, where it is mentioned in the context of compensating for stolen or lost property. The use of τετραπλοῦς in the New Testament highlights the moral and ethical standards expected of believers, emphasizing the importance of integrity and the willingness to rectify wrongs.

In a broader theological context, the term underscores the transformative power of encountering Christ, as seen in Zacchaeus's life. His willingness to restore fourfold serves as an example of genuine repentance and the fruits of a changed heart.

Forms and Transliterations

τετραπλάσιον τετραπλουν τετραπλούν τετραπλοῦν τετραπλώς tetraploun tetraploûn

Englishman's Concordance

Luke 19:8 Adj-ANS
GRK: ἐσυκοφάντησα ἀποδίδωμι τετραπλοῦν
NAS: I will give back four times as much.
KJV: I restore [him] fourfold.
INT: I defrauded I restore fourfold

Strong's Greek 5073
1 Occurrence

τετραπλοῦν — 1 Occ.