ΔΥΣΣΕΒΗΜΑ, δυσσεβημα
DYSSEBĒMA, dyssebēma
Sounds Like: doos-SEH-bay-mah
Translations: ungodly act, impious deed, an ungodly act, an impious deed, sin
From the root: ΔΥΣΣΕΒΗΜΑ
Part of Speech: Noun
Explanation: This word refers to an act of ungodliness, impiety, or irreverence towards God. It describes a deed that is contrary to religious duty or moral principles, often implying a deliberate disregard for what is considered sacred or right. It is a compound word formed from the prefix 'δυσ-' (dys-), meaning 'bad' or 'difficult', and 'σέβημα' (sebēma), meaning 'an act of worship' or 'reverence'. Thus, it literally means a 'bad act of reverence' or 'an act contrary to reverence'.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Strong’s number: G1459 (Lookup on BibleHub)
Instances
Swete's Recension of the Greek Septuagint
- 2 Maccabees — 12:3
From the same root
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- ΔΥΣΣΕΒΗΜΑΤΑ — ungodly deeds, impious acts, ungodly acts, impious deeds
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