Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἀλαζονεία”
Understanding alazoneía reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
boasting, pride. - braggadocio, i.e. (by implication) self-confidence
G212
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἀλαζονεία
Phonetical-ad-zon-i'-a
Transliterationalazoneía
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
boasting, pride. - braggadocio, i.e. (by implication) self-confidence
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| James 4:16 | “But now ye rejoice in your boastings: all such rejoicing is evil.” Word: ἀλαζονεία (alazoneía) | |
| 1 John 2:16 | “For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, is not of the Father, but is of the world.” Word: ἀλαζονεία (alazoneía) |