πολυτρόπως
polytrópōs
G4187 adverb
SILEX Entry
Definition
In many ways; in a variety of manners, by diverse means, with multiple methods or forms. The adverb indicates multiplicity or diversity in mode, character, or manner of action. In its primary sense, it emphasizes a range of approaches or strategies used to accomplish a purpose.
Semantic Range
in many ways, by various methods, in diverse manners, through various forms, in a variety of approaches
Root / Etymology
From the compound of πολύς (many, much) and τρόπος (way, manner, mode); thus literally 'in many ways or manners.'
Historical & Contextual Notes
Attested since classical Greek (e.g., in later philosophical and rhetorical works), πολυτρόπως carries the sense of 'in many ways, by various methods.' In Hellenistic and Koine Greek, it continues to function as an adverb of manner describing variety in approach or expression. In the New Testament, it occurs notably at Hebrews 1:1, where it introduces the concept of divine communication occurring through diverse modes and occasions. The adverb does not, as English 'in divers manners' (traditional translation), necessarily imply randomness or lack of purpose, but rather stresses the richness or manifold nature of the means employed. While not common outside these specific literary or philosophical contexts, its meaning is consistent across secular and religious Greek literature. It is distinct from related adverbs such as παντοιοτρόπως (in all sorts of ways), which can convey an even wider variety.
Original Strong's Gloss (1890)
adverb from a compound of πολύς and τρόπος; in many ways, i.e. variously as to method or form:--in divers manners.
Root Family
πολύ-, τρόπ- (polytrópōs) — many, way, manner, method
Word Forms
1 distinct form
| SIDANCE | Surface | Transliteration | Morphology | Common | SIBI-P1 | SIBI-P2 | Occurrences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G4187-01 |
πολυτρόπως | polutropos | ADV |
in various ways | in many ways | in many ways | 1 |
Occurrences in Scripture
1 occurrence
| SIDANCE | Reference | Word | Transliteration | Morphology | Common | SIBI-P1 | SIBI-P2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G4187-01 |
Hebrews 1:1 | πολυτρόπως | polutropos | ADV |
in various ways | in many ways | in many ways |