Strong's Lexicon epikalumma: Covering, veil Original Word: ἐπικάλυμμα Word Origin: From the Greek verb ἐπικαλύπτω (epikalyptō), meaning "to cover over" or "to conceal." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent often associated with the concept of a veil or covering is מָסָךְ (masak), which refers to a screen or covering, particularly in the context of the tabernacle or temple (Exodus 26:36). Usage: The term "epikalumma" refers to something that serves as a covering or a veil. In a biblical context, it can denote a physical covering or a metaphorical one, symbolizing concealment or separation. The concept of a veil is often associated with the idea of hiddenness or the need for revelation. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Greek and Jewish cultures, veils and coverings were significant both in daily life and religious practices. Veils were used by women as a sign of modesty and respect. In the Jewish temple, the veil separated the Holy of Holies from the rest of the temple, symbolizing the separation between God and humanity due to sin. The tearing of the temple veil at Jesus' crucifixion (Matthew 27:51) is a profound symbol of the new access to God made possible through Christ. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom epikaluptó Definition a cover, veil NASB Translation covering (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 1942: ἐπικάλυμμαἐπικάλυμμα, ἐπικαλυμτος, τό (ἐπικαλύπτω), a covering, veil; properly, in the Sept.: Exodus 26:14; Exodus 36:19 Complutensian (cf. 39:21 Tdf.); metaphorically, equivalent to a pretext, cloak: τῆς κακίας, 1 Peter 2:16 (πλοῦτος δέ πολλῶν ἐπικαλυμμ' ἐστι κακῶν, Menander quoted in Stobaeus, flor. 91, 19 (iii. 191, Gaisf. edition); quaerentes libidinibus suis patrocinium et velamentum, Seneca, vita beata 12). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance cloak.From epikalupto; a covering, i.e. (figuratively) pretext -- cloke. see GREEK epikalupto Forms and Transliterations επικαλυμμα επικάλυμμα ἐπικάλυμμα επικαλύμματα επικαλύμματος epikalumma epikalymma epikálymmaLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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