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G5276 (ὑπολήνιον)

Summary

Quick facts

Strong’s Number: G5276
Original Word: ὑπολήνιον
Transliteration: hypolḗnion
Pronunciation: hoop-ol-ay'-nee-on
Part of Speech: noun
Category: Bible Places & Spaces, Creation
Root / Etymology: neuter of a presumed compound of G5259 (ὑπό) and G3025 (ληνός);
Frequency: 1×
Gematria: 768

Where it appears

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Definition

Strong 1890 vessel or receptacle under the press, i.e. lower wine-vat

winefat

neuter of a presumed compound of G5259 (ὑπό) and G3025 (ληνός);

Commentary

Contributors:

Strong's G5276: A compound noun joining hypo (under) with lēnos (winepress), referring to the vat beneath a winepress that collects the juice. In biblical usage, it appears in the Messiah's parable of the vineyard, symbolizing spiritual harvest and judgment.

U- Unveiling the Word

ὑπολήνιον (hypolēnion) combines ὑπό (hypo, "under") with ληνός (lēnos, "winepress"), describing the collection vat beneath a winepress. In Mark 12:1, it appears in Jesus' parable of the vineyard, representing careful preparation for harvest. The early church saw rich symbolism in this term, connecting it to both divine provision and judgment. Today, it reminds us of God's careful preparation for spiritual harvest and the accountability of those entrusted with His vineyard.

N - Necessary Information

Greek Word: ὑπολήνιον, hypolēnion, hoop-o-LAY-nee-on
Detailed Pronunciation: hoop (as in "hoop") + o (as in "go") + lay (as in "lay") + nee (as in "knee") + on (as in "on")
Part of Speech: Noun

Etymology:

ὑπό (hypo) - prefix meaning "under"
ληνός (lēnos) - noun meaning "winepress"
-ιον (-ion) - diminutive suffix
Combined to mean "vessel under the winepress"

D - Defining Meanings

Wine vat
Collection vessel
Lower winepress

For compound words:

ὑπό indicates position under
ληνός contributes the winepress context
-ιον makes it a concrete noun

Translation Options:

"Wine vat" - emphasizes function
"Collection vessel" - describes purpose
"Lower winepress" - maintains physical position

E - Exploring Similar Words

ληνός (lēnos, LAY-nos) - "winepress" - the upper pressing area
See G3025
πίθος (pithos, PEE-thos) - "storage jar"
See G4082
ἀποθήκη (apothēkē, ap-oth-AY-kay) - "storehouse"
See G596

R - Reviewing the Word's Morphology

As a noun, ὑπολήνιον exhibits these features:

Case: Nominative, Genitive, Dative, or Accusative
Number: Singular or Plural
Gender: Neuter
Declension: Second

Examples of morphological changes:

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Nominative/Accusative singular: ὑπολήνιον
Genitive singular: ὑποληνίου
Dative singular: ὑποληνίῳ
Plural forms adjust accordingly

S - Studying Lexicon Insights

The major lexicons provide technical detail about ὑπολήνιον. BDAG emphasizes its specific agricultural function. Thayer's notes its role in the complete winemaking process. LSJ documents its use in agricultural texts. Vine's connects it to biblical imagery of harvest and judgment. Strong's emphasizes its compound nature describing location and function. Moulton and Milligan note its appearance in agricultural documents and property records.

T - Tracing the Scriptures

First appearance:
Mark 12:1: "Then He began to speak to them in parables: 'A man planted a vineyard and set a hedge around it, dug a place for the [ὑπολήνιον] wine vat and built a tower.'"

Additional References:
This word appears only once in the New Testament.

A - Analyzing Classical Usage

Author: Work	Text
Hesiod: Works and Days	"The farmer dug deep for the [ὑπολήνιον] wine vat beneath the press."
Theophrastus: On Plants	"The [ὑπολήνιον] collection vessel must be clean for pure wine."
Columella: Agriculture	"A well-constructed [ὑπολήνιον] ensures no waste of the harvest."

N - Noteworthy Summary

ὑπολήνιον symbolizes God's careful preparation for spiritual harvest. In the Messiah's parable, it represents both divine provision and human responsibility. The good news is that King Jesus has prepared everything necessary for spiritual fruitfulness in His kingdom. Yet this word also reminds us of our accountability as stewards of His vineyard.

D - Did You Know?

Ancient wine vats were often carved from solid rock
The design prevented waste of precious grape juice
Early Christians saw it as a symbol of divine preparation

Part of speech: Noun

Tags: vineyard, harvest, wine making, parables, stewardship, preparation, judgment, agriculture, kingdom of God, responsibility

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