Strong's G3472 · Greek
μωρία
mōría
Definition
silliness, i.e. absurdity
KJV: foolishness
Root / derivation: from G3474 (μωρός);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered μωρία across 5 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
5 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
1 Corinthians5 verses
For the preaching of the cross is to them that perish foolishness; but unto us which are saved it is the power of God.
1 Corinthians 1:21For after that in the wisdom of God the world by wisdom knew not God, it pleased God by the foolishness of preaching to save them that believe.
1 Corinthians 1:23But we preach Christ crucified, unto the Jews a stumblingblock, and unto the Greeks foolishness;
1 Corinthians 2:14But the natural man receiveth not the things of the Spirit of God: for they are foolishness unto him: neither can he know them, because they are spiritually discerned.
1 Corinthians 3:19For the wisdom of this world is foolishness with God. For it is written, He taketh the wise in their own craftiness.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G3472 (mōría) mean?
silliness, i.e. absurdity
How many times does G3472 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G3472 (μωρία) appears in 5 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “foolishness.”
How is mōría translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G3472 is rendered as “foolishness” (5×).
Where does the Greek word μωρία come from?
from G3474 (μωρός);