Strong’s G1701

ἐμπαιγμός

Part of speech

Noun, Masculine

Transliteration

empaigmos

Pronunciation

em-pah-eeg-MOS

Definition

Mockery, ridicule, derision

Meaning

mockery, scoffing, scorn.

Usage

The term "empaigmos" refers to the act of mocking or ridiculing someone, often with the intent to belittle or scorn. In the New Testament, it is used to describe the mocking of Jesus Christ by those who did not believe in Him or His message. It conveys a sense of contempt and disrespect.

Bible references

Hebrews 11:36;2 Peter 3:3