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The meaning of κενοδοξία

Understanding kenodoxía reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.

Definition

vain-glory. - empty glorying, i.e. self-conceit

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Greek Text
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κενοδοξία

Phoneticken-od-ox-ee'-ah
Transliterationkenodoxía
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

vain-glory. - empty glorying, i.e. self-conceit

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

1 total references
ReferenceText
Philippians 2:3

Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.

Word: κενοδοξία (kenodoxía)

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Most Frequent Book
Philippians
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