The meaning of “ψευδής”
Understanding pseudḗs reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
false, liar. - untrue, i.e. erroneous, deceitful, wicked
ψευδής
false, liar. - untrue, i.e. erroneous, deceitful, wicked
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Acts 6:13 | “And set up false witnesses, which said, This man ceaseth not to speak blasphemous words against this holy place, and the law:” Word: ψευδής (pseudḗs) | |
| Revelation 2:2 | “I know thy works, and thy labour, and thy patience, and how thou canst not bear them which are evil: and thou hast tried them which say they are apostles, and are not, and hast found them liars:” Word: ψευδής (pseudḗs) | |
| Revelation 21:8 | “But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death.” Word: ψευδής (pseudḗs) |