πολυμερῶς
polymerōs
G4181 adverb
SILEX Entry
Definition
In many portions, in various parts or aspects; describes something occurring or being distributed in multiple segments, phases, or manners. The term emphasizes diversity or multiplicity either in method, time, or means by which something takes place. In literary or rhetorical contexts, particularly refers to communication or revelation given in distinct phases or pieces, rather than as a unified or single occurrence.
Semantic Range
in many parts, in many ways, in various segments, in multiple manners, at various times
Root / Etymology
Adverbially formed from πολύς ('many') and μέρος ('part, portion'); thus meaning 'in many parts' or 'in various manners.' Related adjectival form: πολυμερής.
Historical & Contextual Notes
Used in Hellenistic Greek literature and the Septuagint to describe that which is manifested, expressed, or delivered in multiple distinct segments or manners. In Hebrews 1:1, it highlights the composition of divine communication to the ancestors as happening in varied segments or manners over time, contrasting with a singular or complete revelation. The word is rare outside this context and is almost exclusively found in literary or rhetorical discussion of how something is distributed or conveyed, rather than physical division. Standard translations often render the term as 'at sundry times' or 'in many ways,' but such translations may obscure the sense of multiplicity in form and occurrence, not only in time but in method or means.
Original Strong's Gloss (1890)
adverb from a compound of πολύς and μέρος; in many portions, i.e. variously as to time and agency (piecemeal):--at sundry times.
Root Family
πολ-, μερ- (polymerōs) — many, part, portion
Word Forms
1 distinct form
| SIDANCE | Surface | Transliteration | Morphology | Common | SIBI-P1 | SIBI-P2 | Occurrences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G4181-01 |
πολυμερῶς | polumeros | ADV |
in many parts | in many portions | in many portions | 1 |
Occurrences in Scripture
1 occurrence
| SIDANCE | Reference | Word | Transliteration | Morphology | Common | SIBI-P1 | SIBI-P2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G4181-01 |
Hebrews 1:1 | πολυμερῶς | polumeros | ADV |
in many parts | in many portions | in many portions |