ματαιολόγος
mataiologos
babbler
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe 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
Occurrences in Scripture
1 total occurrence across the text