Strong’s G3132

μαντεύομαι

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

manteuomai

Pronunciation

man-tyoo'-om-ahee

Definition

to practice divination, to prophesy falsely

Meaning

I divine, practice soothsaying, suggesting the fraud involved in the practice.

Usage

The Greek verb "manteuomai" refers to the act of divination or false prophecy. It is used in the New Testament to describe the practice of seeking to predict the future or gain hidden knowledge through supernatural means, often associated with pagan rituals and false prophets. This term carries a negative connotation, as it is contrary to the reliance on God for guidance and truth.

Bible references

Acts 16:16