What does dysphemia mean in Greek?

Occurrences in Scripture

G1426

Strong's number

Greek

Original language

ill words; words of ill omen; reproach, contumely, 2 Cor. 6:8*

In the original Greek the word is written: δυσφημία

Scripture references

Top 1 Bible verses with dysphemia

These are the most notable occurrences of dysphemia (G1426) across the King James Bible.

2 Corinthians 6:8

By honour and dishonour, by evil report and good report: as deceivers, and yet true;

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions about dysphemia

What does dysphemia mean in Greek?

Strong's G1426 (dysphemia) is a Greek word that means: ill words; words of ill omen; reproach, contumely, 2 Cor. 6:8* It appears 1 times in the King James Bible.

How many times does dysphemia appear in the Bible?

The word dysphemia (G1426) appears 1 times in the original Greek text.

What is Strong's number G1426?

Strong's G1426 is dysphemia, a Greek word defined as: ill words; words of ill omen; reproach, contumely, 2 Cor. 6:8*. James Strong catalogued this in his 1890 concordance to help English readers study the original languages of the Bible.

Is dysphemia in the Old Testament or New Testament?

dysphemia is a Greek word found in the New Testament.