Lexicon kenophónia: Empty talk, vain babbling Original Word: κενοφωνία Strong's Exhaustive Concordance chatter, empty talkFrom a presumed compound of kenos and phone; empty sounding, i.e. Fruitless discussion -- vain. see GREEK kenos see GREEK phone NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom kenos and phóneó Definition empty talk NASB Translation empty chatter (2). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2757: κνοφωνιακνοφωνια, κνοφωνιας, ἡ (κενοφωνος uttering emptiness) (vaniloquium, Vulg. (Clementine edition (in 2 Timothy 2:16))), empty discussion, discussion of vain and useless matters (A. V. babbling): 1 Timothy 6:20; 2 Timothy 2:16. ((Dioscor. 1 prooem., p. 3, 1); ecclesiastical writings.) Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from κενός (kenos, meaning "empty") and φωνή (phōnē, meaning "voice" or "sound").Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "kenophōnia," the concept of avoiding vain or empty speech can be related to several Hebrew terms that emphasize the importance of meaningful and edifying communication. For example, the Hebrew word שָׁוְא (shav', Strong's 7723) can mean "vain" or "worthless," often used in the context of speech or actions that lack value or truth. Another related term is רִיק (riq, Strong's 7385), meaning "empty" or "vain," which can also describe speech that is devoid of substance. These Hebrew concepts align with the New Testament warning against "kenophōnia," underscoring the consistent biblical theme of valuing truth and substance in communication. Usage: The word is used in the context of warning against engaging in conversations that are devoid of meaningful content or spiritual edification. It is often associated with discussions that lead to ungodliness or distract from the truth. Context: The term "kenophōnia" appears in the New Testament in 1 Timothy 6:20, where the Apostle Paul advises Timothy to "guard what has been entrusted to you, avoiding irreverent, empty chatter and the opposing arguments of so-called knowledge." In this passage, Paul emphasizes the importance of maintaining the purity of the Christian faith and doctrine by steering clear of discussions that are not only unproductive but also potentially harmful to one's spiritual well-being. The use of "kenophōnia" highlights the danger of engaging in conversations that may seem intellectually stimulating but ultimately lead away from the truth of the Gospel. Such discussions are characterized by their lack of substance and their potential to lead believers astray. The warning against "kenophōnia" serves as a reminder to focus on conversations that build up the faith and promote godliness, rather than those that are empty and devoid of spiritual value. Forms and Transliterations κενοφωνιας κενοφωνίας kenophonias kenophonías kenophōnias kenophōníasLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 1 Timothy 6:20 N-AFPGRK: τὰς βεβήλους κενοφωνίας καὶ ἀντιθέσεις NAS: worldly [and] empty chatter [and] the opposing arguments KJV: profane [and] vain babblings, and INT: profane empty babblings and oppositions 2 Timothy 2:16 N-AFP |
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