πρόφασις
prophasis
“pretense”
Definition
an outward showing, i.e. pretext
from a compound of G4253 (πρό) and G5316 (φαίνω);
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logos (G3056)
word, saying, account
Grammar & Morphology
Noun (Feminine)
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Occurrences
πρόφασις appears 7 times in the New Testament.
Distribution by Book
Key Passages
As you know, we never used words of flattery or any pretext for greed. God is our witness!
Meanwhile, the sailors attempted to escape from the ship. Pretending to lower anchors from the bow, they let the lifeboat down into the sea.
If I had not come and spoken to them, they would not be guilty of sin. Now, however, they have no excuse for their sin.
They defraud widows of their houses, and for a show make lengthy prayers. These men will receive greater condemnation.”
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