traditionπαράδοσις
paradosis · Greek Noun
Refers to the body of oral laws, interpretations, and practices developed by Jewish religious authorities over generations, considered by them to be authoritative alongside the written Torah. Jesus frequently challenged these when they undermined God's word.
commandmentἐντολή
entolē · Greek Noun
A divinely ordained decree or rule given by God for the regulation of human conduct and relationship with Him. In Scripture, these represent God's objective moral will, which holds absolute authority over human customs.
Honorכָּבַד
kāḇaḏ · Hebrew Verb
To show proper respect, reverence, and value toward someone. In the context of parents, it implies practical support, care, and high esteem, reflecting one's duty to acknowledge their God-given role.
revilesκακολογέω
kakologeō · Greek Verb
To treat with contempt, speak evil of, or curse. It denotes a severe violation of respect and is biblically categorized as a serious offense against God’s moral order.
honorτιμάω
timao · Greek Verb
To hold in high regard, respect, or treat with the weight and value due to someone, especially parents as commanded by God. In a biblical context, it often involves practical provision and care.
traditionπαράδοσις
paradosis · Greek Noun
A set of customs, beliefs, or teachings handed down from generation to generation. In this context, it refers to human-invented regulations that were elevated to divine status, often superseding God’s commands.
made voidἀκυρόω
akuroo · Greek Verb
To render inoperative, abolish, or nullify the effectiveness of something. It implies treating the divine authority of God’s Word as if it no longer holds binding power.
word of Godλόγος
logos tou Theou · Greek Noun
The direct revelation, authoritative communication, or declared will of God to humanity. It is considered infallible and superior to any human reasoning or institutional decree.
hypocritesὑποκριτής
hupokrites · Greek Noun
Originally a term for a stage actor, it refers to a person who acts out a part or wears a mask, signifying someone whose outward religious display contradicts their true inner spiritual state.
heartκαρδία
kardia · Greek Noun
The center of the human personality, including the intellect, will, emotions, and moral consciousness. It is the seat of true allegiance and the source from which real devotion to God must flow.
worshipσέβομαι
sebomai · Greek Verb
To render service to God through reverence, prayer, or ritual. True worship is acceptable to God only when it proceeds from a sincere spirit and is directed by His truth, rather than mere outward formality.
in vainμάτην
maten · Greek Adverb
Empty, futile, or without true effect. Biblically, it describes efforts or religious observances that fail to reach their intended goal because they lack the necessary spiritual reality or God's approval.
doctrinesδιδασκαλία
didaskalia · Greek Noun
Instruction or teaching, specifically referring to religious tenets or bodies of belief that are considered authoritative for the community.
commandmentsἐντολή
entole · Greek Noun
Divine directives or requirements established by God for His people to obey. When these are replaced by human innovation, the relationship between God and His people is corrupted.
