What is the specific Greek term for the lampstand used in the New Testament?
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Correct answer: Lychnion
While 'lychnia' is the common term for the stand, 'lychnos' refers to the portable oil lamp itself. The stand was a necessary piece of furniture to maximize the radius of the flame.
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