Greek Word Study

The meaning of κενοφωνία

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

Definition

vain. - empty sounding, i.e. fruitless discussion

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κενοφωνία

Phoneticken-of-o-nee'-ah
Transliterationkenophōnía
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

vain. - empty sounding, i.e. fruitless discussion

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

2 total references
ReferenceText
1 Timothy 6:20

O Timothy, keep that which is committed to thy trust, avoiding profane and vain babblings, and oppositions of science falsely so called:

Word: κενοφωνία (kenophōnía)
2 Timothy 2:16

But shun profane and vain babblings: for they will increase unto more ungodliness.

Word: κενοφωνία (kenophōnía)

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1 Timothy
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