ποικίλος

poikilosAdjectiveG4164

various

From: of uncertain derivation;

Short Definition

motley, i.e. various in character

Full Lexicon Entry

many-coloured, variegated. Metaphorical, various, manifold: .
LXX Usage: for נָקֹד, רִקְמָה, etc.

Grammar

Part of Speech Adjective

Morphology G:A

DescriptionGreek Adjective

Occurrences

10 times

Appears 10 times in the New Testament. Top books include:

1 Peter
2
Hebrews
2
2 Timothy
1
James
1
Luke
1

Key Passages

  • 1 Peter 1:6
  • 2 Timothy 3:6
  • Hebrews 2:4
  • Luke 4:40
  • Mark 1:34

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