ὑπόδειγμα
hypodeigma (hypódeigma)
/hoop-od'-igue-mah/
“a figure, copy, example”
Primary meaning: a figure, copy, example. Strong's: an exhibit for imitation or warning (figuratively, specimen, adumbration). Lexical nuances: used by later writers (Xen. onwards) for παράδειγμα (v. Rutherford, NPhr. , 62),
Lexical & Etymological Analysis
Root & Derivation
from G5263 (ὑποδείκνυμι);
Traditional English Renderings (KJV/AV)
en ex amplepattern
Key Biblical Occurrences (6)
Foundational passages where ὑπόδειγμα (hypodeigma) carries significant theological or narrative weight.