νιπτήρ
niptēr
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Greek
wash basin
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nipter is the vessel into which water is poured for washing the disciples’ feet in John 13:5.
The attested use identifies a vessel receiving water in the foot-washing action of John 13:5.
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Vessel used in foot washing · dominant
In John 13:5, the accusative singular masculine form occurs as water is poured into it before the washing of the disciples’ feet; the APB renders the clause “he pours water into the basin.”
In the Anselm Project Bible: In John 13:5, the APB presents the vessel as “the basin” in the clause about pouring in water.