Strong’s G4392

πρόφασις

Part of speech

Noun, Feminine

Transliteration

prophasis

Pronunciation

PRO-fah-sis

Definition

Pretext, excuse, pretense

Meaning

a pretext, an excuse.

Usage

The term "prophasis" is used in the New Testament to denote a false reason or motive put forward to cover the true intent. It often implies a deceptive or insincere justification for an action. In the context of Scripture, it is used to describe actions or words that are outwardly justified but inwardly motivated by selfish or deceitful purposes.

Bible references

Matthew 23:14;Mark 12:40;Luke 20:47;John 15:22;Acts 27:30;Philippians 1:18;1 Thessalonians 2:5