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ἀλαζονεία

alazoneiaboastingHow to read Greek
greekNew TestamentNoun · feminine2 occurrences2 books2 verses

Definition

ἀλαζονία(Rec. -εία, the earlier form), -ας, ἡ

(ἀλαζών), [in LXX: Wis.5.8; 17:7, 2; 4Ma.5.1-38 * ;]

the character of an ἀλαζών, boastfulness, vainglory, vaunting: James 4:16 (Mayor, in l), 1 John 2:16.

Usage patterns

Old TestamentNew Testament

Occurrences

2 total
  1. James 4:16ἀλαζονείαις · proud intentions
    As it is, you boast in your proud intentions. All such boasting is evil.
  2. 1 John 2:16ἀλαζονεία · pride
    For all that is in the world—the desires of the flesh, the desires of the eyes, and the pride of life—is not from the Father but from the world.