5262. hupodeigma

Lexicon

hupodeigma: Example, pattern, model

Original Word: ὑπόδειγμα
Part of Speech: Noun, Neuter
Transliteration: hupodeigma
Pronunciation: hoo-pod'-igue-mah
Phonetic Spelling: (hoop-od'-igue-mah)
Definition: Example, pattern, model
Meaning: (a) a figure, copy, (b) an example, model.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

copy, pattern.

From hupodeiknumi; an exhibit for imitation or warning (figuratively, specimen, adumbration) -- en-(ex-)ample, pattern.

see GREEK hupodeiknumi

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
from hupodeiknumi
Definition
a figure, copy, example
NASB Translation
copies (1), copy (1), example (4).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 5262: ὑπόδειγμα

ὑπόδειγμα, ὑποδειγματος, τό (ὑποδείκνυμι, which see), a word rejected by the Atticists, and for which the earlier writers used παράδειγμα; see Lob. ad Phryn., p. 12; (Rutherford, New Phryn., p. 62). It is used by Xenophon, r. eq. 2, 2, and among subsequent writings by Polybius, Philo, Josephus, Appian, Plutarch, Herodian, others; cf. Bleek, Brief a. d. Hebrews 2:1, p. 554;

a. a sign suggestive of anything, delineation of a thing, representation, figure, copy: joined with σκιά Hebrews 8:5; with a genitive of the thing represented, Hebrews 9:23.

b. an example: for imitation, διδόναι τίνι, John 13:15; καταλελοιπεναι, 2 Macc. 6:28; with a genitive of the thing to be imitated, James 5:10 (Sir. 44:16; 2 Macc. 6:31); for warning: with a genitive of the thing to be shunned, τῆς ἀπειθείας, Hebrews 4:11; with a genitive of the person to be warned, 2 Peter 2:6 (τούς Ρ᾽ομαιους ... εἰς ὑπόδειγμα τῶν ἄλλων ἐθνῶν καταφλέξειν τήν ἱεράν πόλιν, Josephus, b. j. 2, 16, 4).

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from the Greek verb ὑποδείκνυμι (hypodeiknymi), meaning "to show" or "to demonstrate."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The concept of an example or pattern in the Hebrew Scriptures is often conveyed through terms like תַּבְנִית (tabnith, Strong's H8403), meaning "pattern" or "model," and מוֹפֵת (mopheth, Strong's H4159), meaning "sign" or "wonder," which can also serve as a warning or example. These terms reflect similar themes of instruction and imitation found in the Greek ὑπόδειγμα.

Usage: The word ὑπόδειγμα is used in the New Testament to describe examples or patterns, often with a moral or instructional purpose. It appears in contexts where a model is set forth for imitation or as a cautionary example.

Context: The Greek term ὑπόδειγμα is used in the New Testament to convey the idea of an example or pattern that serves as a guide for behavior or belief. It appears in several key passages, each highlighting a different aspect of its meaning:

• John 13:15: "I have set you an example so that you should do as I have done for you." Here, Jesus uses ὑπόδειγμα to describe the model of servanthood and humility He demonstrated by washing the disciples' feet. This act serves as a tangible example for His followers to emulate in their interactions with one another.

• Hebrews 4:11: "Let us, therefore, make every effort to enter that rest, so that no one will fall by following their example of disobedience." In this context, ὑπόδειγμα refers to the negative example of the Israelites' disobedience in the wilderness, serving as a warning to believers to remain faithful and obedient to God.

• Hebrews 8:5: "They serve at a sanctuary that is a copy and shadow of what is in heaven. This is why Moses was warned when he was about to build the tabernacle: 'See to it that you make everything according to the pattern shown you on the mountain.'" Here, ὑπόδειγμα is used to describe the earthly tabernacle as a pattern or shadow of the heavenly reality, emphasizing the importance of divine instruction and adherence to God's design.

• James 5:10: "Brothers, as an example of patience in the face of suffering, take the prophets who spoke in the name of the Lord." The prophets are presented as ὑπόδειγμα, exemplifying patience and endurance amidst trials, encouraging believers to persevere in their faith.

The use of ὑπόδειγμα in these passages underscores the importance of both positive and negative examples in guiding the conduct and faith of believers. It highlights the didactic role of examples in Scripture, whether through Christ's actions, historical events, or the lives of faithful individuals.

Forms and Transliterations

υποδειγμα υπόδειγμα ὑπόδειγμα υποδειγματα υποδείγματα ὑποδείγματα υποδειγματι υποδείγματι ὑποδείγματι hypodeigma hypódeigma hypodeigmata hypodeígmata hypodeigmati hypodeígmati upodeigma upodeigmata upodeigmati

Englishman's Concordance

John 13:15 N-ANS
GRK: ὑπόδειγμα γὰρ ἔδωκα
NAS: For I gave you an example that you also
KJV: I have given you an example, that ye
INT: A pattern indeed I gave

Hebrews 4:11 N-DNS
GRK: αὐτῷ τις ὑποδείγματι πέσῃ τῆς
NAS: [following] the same example of disobedience.
KJV: after the same example of unbelief.
INT: same anyone example might fall

Hebrews 8:5 N-DNS
GRK: οἵτινες ὑποδείγματι καὶ σκιᾷ
NAS: serve a copy and shadow
KJV: Who serve unto the example and shadow
INT: who a copy and shadow

Hebrews 9:23 N-ANP
GRK: τὰ μὲν ὑποδείγματα τῶν ἐν
NAS: it was necessary for the copies of the things in the heavens
KJV: necessary that the patterns of things
INT: the indeed representations of the things in

James 5:10 N-ANS
GRK: ὑπόδειγμα λάβετε ἀδελφοί
NAS: As an example, brethren, of suffering
KJV: of the Lord, for an example of suffering affliction,
INT: [As] an example take brothers

2 Peter 2:6 N-ANS
GRK: καταστροφῇ κατέκρινεν ὑπόδειγμα μελλόντων ἀσεβέσιν
NAS: having made them an example to those who would
KJV: making [them] an ensample unto those that after should
INT: to destruction condemned [them] an example [to those] being about to live ungodly

Strong's Greek 5262
6 Occurrences

ὑπόδειγμα — 3 Occ.
ὑποδείγματα — 1 Occ.
ὑποδείγματι — 2 Occ.