### Core Meaning & Semantic Range
The Greek word **pollaplasíōn**, represented by `{{G4179}}`, conveys the meaning of **manifold**, or **very much more**. It is a rare term, appearing only **1 time** in the entire Bible. The word's components suggest a great multiplication, promising a return that is significantly greater in quantity.
### Biblical Occurrences & Contextual Analysis
The single use of `{{G4179}}` occurs in a promise of great blessing for those who make sacrifices. The verse states that such a person shall **receive** `{{G618}}` **manifold more** `{{G4179}}` **in** `{{G1722}}` this present **time** `{{G2540}}`. This immediate, multiplied return is presented alongside the ultimate promise of **everlasting** `{{G166}}` **life** `{{G2222}}` **in** `{{G1722}}` the **world** `{{G165}}` to **come** `{{G2064}}`, establishing a two-part reward [[Luke 18:30]].
### Related Words & Concepts
Several related words help frame the context of this multiplied blessing:
* `{{G618}}` **apolambánō** (to receive): This verb specifies the action of obtaining the promised reward. It is used in contexts of receiving a full reward [[2 John 1:8]] or the reward of the inheritance [[Colossians 3:24]].
* `{{G2540}}` **kairós** (an occasion, i.e. set or proper time): This word defines the timing of the "manifold more" blessing as something for the "present **time**" [[Luke 18:30]]. It often refers to a "due **season**" for reaping what has been sown [[Galatians 6:9]].
* `{{G165}}` **aiṓn** (an age; by extension, the world): This term helps distinguish the two realms of blessing. The "manifold more" is for this present age, contrasted with the reward in the "**world** to come" [[Luke 18:30]]. It can refer to "this **world**" [[Romans 12:2]] or a promise extending to the "end of the **world**" [[Matthew 28:20]].
* `{{G166}}` **aiṓnios** (perpetual): Used to describe the **life** `{{G2222}}` in the age to come, this term highlights the eternal nature of the future reward, in contrast to the quantitative promise of "manifold more" now. This is seen in promises of **everlasting** life [[John 3:16]] and **eternal** glory [[1 Peter 5:10]].
### Theological Significance
The singular appearance of `{{G4179}}` carries significant theological weight regarding divine reward:
* **The Duality of Reward:** The passage where `{{G4179}}` is found establishes a clear distinction between present and future blessings. Believers are promised a multiplied return, "**manifold more**," in this current **time** `{{G2540}}`, as well as **everlasting** `{{G166}}` **life** `{{G2222}}` in the **world** `{{G165}}` to come [[Luke 18:30]].
* **Immediacy of Blessing:** This term underscores that God’s recompense is not solely a future hope. The promise of receiving "manifold more" confirms that sacrificial living can yield abundant returns in the present life. This is a blessing that is **received** `{{G618}}` in this age.
* **Quantitative vs. Qualitative Reward:** There is a contrast between the nature of the two rewards. The present blessing is quantitative ("manifold more"), while the future reward is qualitative and unending, described as **everlasting** `{{G166}}` **life** `{{G2222}}`.
### Summary
In summary, **pollaplasíōn** `{{G4179}}`, though appearing just once, provides a powerful insight into the nature of divine blessing. It is not merely a promise for the future, but a guarantee of a multiplied return in the present **time** `{{G2540}}`. The term distinguishes between the abundant, quantitative blessings received now and the unending, qualitative reward of **everlasting** `{{G166}}` **life** `{{G2222}}` to come. It powerfully illustrates that faithfulness is met with overwhelming generosity in both this age and the next.
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