G3155 μάτην
Strong's Greek Concordance · 2 KJV occurrences
μάτην
mátēn
Definition
folly, i.e. (adverbially) to no purpose
KJV Renderings
in vain
Derivation / Etymology
accusative case of a derivative of the base of G3145 (μασσάομαι) (through the idea of tentative manipulation, i.e. unsuccessful search, or else of punishment);
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- Matthew 15:9But in vain they do worship me, teaching for doctrines the commandments of men.
- Mark 7:7Howbeit in vain do they worship me, teaching for doctrines the commandments of men.