μίγμα
mígma
G3395 noun
SILEX Entry
Definition
A mixture; specifically, a thing composed from the combination of different substances or elements. In Koine Greek contexts, denotes any composite blend, whether of liquids, solids, or abstract qualities, with an emphasis on the result of the mixing process rather than the act itself.
Semantic Range
mixture, compound, composite, blend, medley; result of combining ingredients or elements
Root / Etymology
From the verb μίγνυμι ('to mix'), with the neuter nominal suffix -μα marking the product or result of the action; thus, μίγμα literally means 'what is mixed' or 'mixture'.
Historical & Contextual Notes
Attested in classical Greek (e.g., Plato, Aristotle) for physical mixtures (foods, medicines, metals, etc.) as well as metaphorical mixtures (e.g., of races or customs). In Hellenistic and Koine Greek, retains the broad sense of 'mixture' but may be contextually narrowed, such as to mixtures for ritual, medicinal, or culinary use. In the Septuagint and other Greek Jewish literature, μίγμα might be used for blended incense or offerings (Exodus 30:35). The term does not carry specialized theological meaning, nor is it limited to people or specific substances. Standard English translations ('mixture', 'compound') generally capture the word's meaning but may not convey the wide potential of the term in Greek discourse.
Original Strong's Gloss (1890)
from μίγνυμι; a compound:--mixture.
Root Family
μίγ- (mígma) — to mix, to blend
Word Forms
1 distinct form
| SIDANCE | Surface | Transliteration | Morphology | Common | SIBI-P1 | SIBI-P2 | Occurrences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G3395-01 |
μίγμα | migma | N ACC N SG |
a mixture | a mixture | a mixture | 1 |
Occurrences in Scripture
1 occurrence
| SIDANCE | Reference | Word | Transliteration | Morphology | Common | SIBI-P1 | SIBI-P2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G3395-01 |
John 19:39 | μίγμα | migma | N ACC N SG |
a mixture | a mixture | a mixture |