Did they work in wood and stone ?
First Century Carpenter ?
Discussion in 'Baptist Theology & Bible Study' started by west, Oct 10, 2005.
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My guess is that Jesus more likely worked primarily in stone than in wood. Stone was easier to come by and was popular for building.
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I thought carpenter always meant wood working?
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A long time ago I remember either hearing or reading that a carpenter at that time worked primarily with the wood involved in plowing and transport; yokes and wheels, for example.
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The word "tekton" in Greek means a skilled craftsman in wood. Happen to have looked it up and named my cabinet business Tekton years ago. I hope you guys aren't going to tell me I need to change my name. :eek: I'm going to have to go back and see where I got that word now. :confused:
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John of Japan Well-Known MemberSite Supporter
There is a church tradition that Jesus worked in wood, making farming implements, and His were the best-made anywhere! Don't ask me anything else--this is all I remember! :cool:
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G5045
τέκτων
tektōn
tek'-tone
From the base of G5098; an artificer (as producer of fabrics), that is, (specifically) a craftsman in wood: - carpenter. -