Biblica Analytica
G4111 Greek

πλάσσω

plassō

to mold

Lexicon Entry

Definition
to mold
Transliteration
plassō
Strong's Number
G4111
Occurrences
2
Semantic Domain
Construction & Crafts

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

What Original Readers Understood

Explored

Based on the Strong's number G4111, the Greek word πλάσσω (plasso) is defined as "to mold." This meaning falls within the semantic domain of Construction & Crafts, indicating its primary application is in the context of shaping or forming physical objects. The limited occurrences of this word (2) in the Bible suggest a specific and likely specialized usage, possibly indicating a particular emphasis on craftsmanship or the creation process. This word's significance may lie in its precise description of a process, rather than a concept or abstract idea. Without more context, it is difficult to expand on the significance of this word. However, in a practical sense, πλάσσω implies a tangible, tangible element of work or creation, where the outcome is distinct and recognizable as a result of deliberate shaping.

Source data & methodology
Strong's
G4111
Lemma
πλάσσω
Transliteration
plassō
Definition
to mold
Occurrences
2
Model
cerebras
Prompt version
1

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Occurrences in Scripture

2 total occurrences across the text