Berean Strong's Lexicon klasma: Fragment, piece, broken piece Original Word: κλάσμα Word Origin: Derived from the Greek verb κλάω (klao), meaning "to break." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "klasma," the concept of gathering leftovers can be related to the Hebrew word שָׁבַר (shabar), meaning "to break" or "to shatter," which is used in contexts involving breaking bread or dividing food. Usage: The term "klasma" refers to a fragment or piece, particularly in the context of broken bread. It is used in the New Testament to describe the leftover pieces of bread after a meal, emphasizing the abundance and provision of God. Cultural and Historical Background: In the ancient Near Eastern culture, bread was a staple food and often symbolized sustenance and life. The act of breaking bread was a common practice during meals, and it held significant communal and religious connotations. In Jewish tradition, bread was broken and shared during meals, and it was also a part of religious rituals, such as the Passover. The concept of gathering fragments or leftovers was a practical way to avoid waste and demonstrate gratitude for God's provision. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom klaó Definition a broken piece NASB Translation broken pieces (7), fragments (2). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2801: κλάσμακλάσμα, κλασματος, τό (κλάω), a fragment, broken piece: plural, of remnants of food, Matthew 14:20; Matthew 15:37; Mark 6:43; Mark 8:8, 19; Luke 9:17; John 6:12f (Xenophon, cyn. 10, 5; Diodorus 17, 13; Plutarch, Tib. Gr. 19; Anthol.; the Sept..) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance broken, fragment. From klao; a piece (bit) -- broken, fragment. see GREEK klao Forms and Transliterations κλάσμα κλασματα κλάσματα κλάσματι κλασματων κλασμάτων klasmata klásmata klasmaton klasmatōn klasmáton klasmátōnLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Matthew 14:20 N-GNPGRK: περισσεῦον τῶν κλασμάτων δώδεκα κοφίνους NAS: was left over of the broken pieces, twelve KJV: they took up of the fragments that remained INT: was over and above of the fragments twelve hand-baskets Matthew 15:37 N-GNP Mark 6:43 N-ANP Mark 8:8 N-GNP Mark 8:19 N-GNP Mark 8:20 N-GNP Luke 9:17 N-GNP John 6:12 N-ANP John 6:13 N-GNP Strong's Greek 2801 |