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ΠΕΡΙΕΡΓΕΙΑΣ, περιεργειας
PERIERGEIAS, periergeias
Sounds Like: peh-ree-ER-geh-ee-as
Translations: of meddling, of curiosity, of officiousness, of busybodying, of magic arts, of sorcery
From the root: ΠΕΡΙΕΡΓΕΙΑ
Part of Speech: Noun
Explanation: This word refers to meddling, curiosity, or officiousness, often implying an excessive or improper interest in matters that do not concern one. It can also refer to magic arts or sorcery, particularly in the context of practices that are considered illicit or superstitious. It is a compound word derived from 'peri' (around) and 'ergon' (work), suggesting 'working around' or 'superfluous work'.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine
Strong’s number: G4021 (Lookup on BibleHub)
Instances
Swete's Recension of the Greek Septuagint
- Sirach — 41:22
From the same root
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