Lexicon peqaim: Knops, buds Original Word: פֶקַע Strong's Exhaustive Concordance a semi-globeFrom an unused root meaning to burst; only used as an architectural term of an ornament similar to paqqu'ah, a semi-globe -- knop. see HEBREW paqqu'ah NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom an unused word Definition gourd (shaped) ornaments NASB Translation gourds (3). Brown-Driver-Briggs מְּקָעִים noun masculine1Kings 7:24 plural carved wood or metal ornaments, either ball-, knob-shaped (Löwp. 332 f.) of gourd-shaped (so most; compare following; Syriac Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from an unused root meaning to burst.Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct corresponding Greek entries for פֶקַע, as it is a specific Hebrew term related to architectural ornamentation. However, Greek terms related to similar concepts of decoration or craftsmanship might include those associated with artistic or architectural design, though they would not be direct equivalents. Usage: The term פֶקַע is used in the context of describing a rounded or convex shape, specifically in architectural or ornamental settings. Context: פֶקַע (Peqa') appears in the context of Solomon's Temple, specifically in the description of the ornamental work. In 1 Kings 6:18, the term is used to describe the decorative carvings within the temple, which included gourds and open flowers. The use of פֶקַע in this passage highlights the intricate and artistic craftsmanship that adorned the temple's interior, emphasizing the beauty and grandeur of the sacred space. The semi-globe or convex shape of the carvings would have contributed to the aesthetic appeal, creating a sense of depth and texture in the design. This reflects the importance of artistry and detail in the construction of places of worship, as well as the cultural significance of such motifs in ancient Israelite architecture. Forms and Transliterations הַפְּקָעִ֔ים הפקעים וּפְקָעִים֩ ופקעים פְּקָעִ֔ים פקעים hap·pə·qā·‘îm happekaIm happəqā‘îm pə·qā·‘îm pekaIm pəqā‘îm ū·p̄ə·qā·‘îm ufekaIm ūp̄əqā‘îmLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 1 Kings 6:18 HEB: פְּנִ֔ימָה מִקְלַ֣עַת פְּקָעִ֔ים וּפְטוּרֵ֖י צִצִּ֑ים NAS: carved [in the shape] of gourds and open KJV: [was] carved with knops and open INT: within carved gourds open flowers 1 Kings 7:24 1 Kings 7:24 3 Occurrences |
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