Greek Word Study

The meaning of κολακεία

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

Definition

X flattering. - flattery

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κολακεία

Phonetickol-ak-i'-ah
Transliterationkolakeía
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

X flattering. - flattery

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

1 total references
ReferenceText
1 Thessalonians 2:5

For neither at any time used we flattering words, as ye know, nor a cloke of covetousness; God is witness:

Word: κολακεία (kolakeía)

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Most Frequent Book
1 Thessalonians
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