Strong’s G3472

μωρία

Part of speech

Noun, Feminine

Transliteration

mória

Pronunciation

mo-REE-ah

Definition

Foolishness, folly

Meaning

folly, absurdity, foolishness.

Usage

In the New Testament, μωρία (mória) is used to describe the concept of foolishness or folly, particularly in the context of human wisdom as opposed to divine wisdom. It often highlights the contrast between the wisdom of the world and the wisdom of God, emphasizing that what the world considers foolish, God uses to accomplish His purposes.

Bible references

1 Corinthians 1:18;1 Corinthians 1:21;1 Corinthians 1:23;1 Corinthians 2:14;1 Corinthians 3:19