G4094 — Pinax (Platter / Dish / Board)

G4094 · Greek · New Testament

Πιναξ

Pinax

Noun, Masculine

Platter / Dish / Board

Definition

A flat board, platter, or dish. Used of the platter on which John the Baptist's head was brought — one of the NT's most horrifying images.

Usage & Theological Significance

Herodias' daughter asked for John the Baptist's head 'on a platter' (Matthew 14:8). This gruesome request, fulfilled by a weak king's rash oath, illustrates the deadly consequences of moral compromise. Herod's foolish promise, Herodias' vindictiveness, and the girl's manipulation combined to murder God's prophet.

Key Bible Verses

Matthew 14:8 Prompted by her mother, she said, 'Give me here on a platter the head of John the Baptist.'

Matthew 14:11 His head was brought in on a platter and given to the girl, who carried it to her mother.

Mark 6:25 At once the girl hurried in to the king with the request: 'I want you to give me right now the head of John the Baptist on a platter.'

Mark 6:28 And brought back his head on a platter. He presented it to the girl, and she gave it to her mother.

Luke 11:39 Then the Lord said to him, 'Now then, you Pharisees clean the outside of the cup and dish, but inside you are full of greed and wickedness.'

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