Biblica Analytica
G3151 Greek

ματαιολόγος

mataiologos

babbler

Lexicon Entry

Definition
babbler
Transliteration
mataiologos
Strong's Number
G3151
Occurrences
1

Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

What Original Readers Understood

Explored

The Greek word ματαιολόγος (mataiologos, Strong's number: G3151) translates to "babbler". This term likely originated from the Latin word "matatio", meaning empty or nonsensical talk. The definition is straightforward, referencing someone who repeatedly utters pointless or incoherent statements. In the Bible, the word is used only once, implying that it is not a commonly used term. Its singular appearance might suggest a specific context or characterization, rather than a widespread attribute. The use of mataiologos effectively portrays the person as someone who talks excessively and emptily, making their speech meaningless. This term highlights the importance of thoughtful and meaningful communication in the ancient Greek context.

Source data & methodology
Strong's
G3151
Lemma
ματαιολόγος
Transliteration
mataiologos
Definition
babbler
Occurrences
1
Model
cerebras
Prompt version
1

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Occurrences in Scripture

1 total occurrence across the text