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G4182 (πολυποίκιλος)

Summary

Quick facts

Strong’s Number: G4182
Original Word: πολυποίκιλος
Transliteration: polypoíkilos
Pronunciation: pol-oo-poy'-kil-os
Part of Speech: adjective
Root / Etymology: from G4183 (πολύς) and G4164 (ποικίλος);
Frequency: 1×
Gematria: 1070

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Definition

Strong 1890 much variegated, i.e. multifarious

manifold

from G4183 (πολύς) and G4164 (ποικίλος);

Commentary

Contributors:

Strong's G4182: A compound adjective combining πολύς (many) and ποικίλος (varied), meaning "much-variegated" or "manifold in variety." In the New Testament, it uniquely describes God's wisdom in its rich diversity and complexity, emphasizing the multifaceted nature of divine wisdom.

U- Unveiling the Word

Πολυποίκιλος represents the richly diverse and multi-faceted nature of God's wisdom. In its sole New Testament appearance in Ephesians, it describes how the church displays God's wisdom to spiritual powers. The early church understood this term as expressing the inexhaustible depth and variety of divine wisdom. Today, it reminds us that God's wisdom manifests itself in countless ways through His work in the church and creation.

N - Necessary Information

Greek Word: πολυποίκιλος, polypoikilos, /pol-oo-poy'-kee-los/
Detailed Pronunciation: p (plosive) + ol (syllable) + oo (vowel) + poy (syllable) + kee (syllable) + los (final syllable)
Part of Speech: Adjective

Etymology:

Component 1: πολύς (polys) - "many"
Component 2: ποικίλος (poikilos) - "varied/diverse"
Function: Creates compound indicating multiple varieties

D - Defining Meanings

Much-variegated
Many-colored
Manifold
Greatly diversified
Multi-faceted

For compound words:
πολύς intensifies ποικίλος, emphasizing extraordinary variety

Translation Options:

Manifold - Best captures complex variety
Multi-faceted - Emphasizes different aspects
Many-sided - Highlights diverse perspectives

E - Exploring Similar Words

ποικίλος (poikilos) /poy-kee'-los/ - refers to varied/diverse - See G4164
πολυειδής (polyeidēs) /pol-oo-i-dace'/ - refers to many forms - See G4181
πολύτροπος (polytropos) /pol-oot'-rop-os/ - refers to many ways - See G4187

R - Reviewing the Word's Morphology

Case: Nominative, Genitive, Dative, Accusative
Number: Singular, Plural
Gender: Masculine, Feminine, Neuter
Declension: 2nd/1st declension adjective

Examples:
Masculine/Neuter: πολυποίκιλος, πολυποικίλου
Feminine: πολυποικίλη, πολυποικίλης

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S - Studying Lexicon Insights

BDAG emphasizes its description of divine wisdom. Thayer's notes its rich variety. LSJ traces its usage in describing complex patterns. Vine's highlights its application to God's wisdom. Strong's connects it to multiple variations. Moulton and Milligan document its rare usage.

T - Tracing the Scriptures

First Appearance:
Ephesians 3:10: "so that through the church the manifold [πολυποίκιλος] wisdom of God might now be made known to the rulers and authorities in the heavenly places."

A - Analyzing Classical Usage

Author: Work	Text
Euripides: Helen	"The manifold [πολυποίκιλος] patterns of the stars"
Eubulus: Fragments	"The many-colored [πολυποίκιλος] flowers of spring"
Athanasius: Contra Gentes	"God's manifold [πολυποίκιλος] providence in creation"

N - Noteworthy Summary

Πολυποίκιλος beautifully expresses the infinite richness of God's wisdom displayed through the church. It proclaims the good news that God's wisdom is inexhaustibly deep and varied, meeting every need and situation through Christ.

D - Did You Know?

Πολυποίκιλος appears only once in the New Testament
The term was used in ancient textile descriptions for intricate patterns
Early church fathers used it to describe God's providential care

Part of speech: Adjective

Tags: manifold, varied, diverse, divine wisdom, multi-faceted, God's wisdom, church, heavenly powers, Biblical Greek, New Testament terminology, Ephesians, divine attributes

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