Biblica Analytica

μυλικός

mulikos (G3457)

millstone

1 verses 1 books OT 0 / NT 1
AI Word Study

The Greek word μυλικός (G3457) translates to "millstone." In a semantic domain related to construction and crafts, this word likely refers to a heavy, circular stone used for grinding grain into flour. The limited occurrence (1) of this word in the Bible suggests its use might be significant or illustrative, but more data would be required to determine its precise context. Given its definition and domain, μυλικός can be expected to appear in a descriptive or situational context. The reference to a millstone could relate to labor, industry, or perhaps hardship, as turning such a large stone would be a physically demanding task. As a millstone is an object used for manual labor and processing food, its mention in the Bible may serve to illustrate a particular point or convey an idea related to work, provision, or perhaps even oppression. However, a definitive interpretation must await further analysis or context.

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Luke 17:2

It would be better for him if a millstone were hung around his neck, and he were thrown into the sea, rather than that he should cause one of these little ones to stumble.