ἐπιρράπτω
epirraptō
to sew on
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredBased on the provided data, the word "ἐπιρράπτω" (epirraptō) means "to sew on." It is a verb in the Greek language with a single occurrence in the Bible. The action of sewing on a garment likely involves attaching a patch or a piece of fabric to mend or reinforce a worn or damaged area. Given its limited usage, it is impossible to establish a broad range of application for this word. However, its presence in the Bible does suggest a practical and everyday interest in sewing or mending tasks. The significance of this word is primarily lexical, providing insight into the vocabulary and terminology used by the ancient Greeks in the context of daily activities. It offers a fleeting glimpse into the material world of ancient Greek life, revealing the importance of mending and repairing clothing.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
1 total occurrence across the text