ΠΑΡΑΠΛΗΞΙΑ, παραπληξια
PARAPLĒXIA, paraplēxia
Sounds Like: pa-rap-LEE-xee-ah
Translations: madness, a madness, mental derangement, mental confusion, bewilderment, astonishment, a stunning, a striking beside
From the root: ΠΑΡΑΠΛΗΞΙΑ
Part of Speech: Noun
Explanation: This word refers to a state of mental derangement, confusion, or bewilderment, often implying a sudden or striking impact on the mind. It can also refer to the act of stunning or striking someone beside themselves. It is a compound word formed from 'παρά' (para, meaning 'beside' or 'amiss') and 'πλήσσω' (plesso, meaning 'to strike'). It describes a condition where one's mind is struck or affected in an abnormal way.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Feminine
Strong’s number: G3901 (Lookup on BibleHub)
Instances
Swete's Recension of the Greek Septuagint
- Deuteronomy — 28:28
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