Greek · G3126 · unreviewed

μαμμωνᾶς

Wealth

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μαμμωνᾶς G3126
Pronunciation mammōnâs

What does μαμμωνᾶς (mammōnâs) mean in the Bible?

μαμμωνᾶς (mammōnâs) is a Greek word meaning "wealth". μαμωνᾶς (Rec. Clarifies the idolatrous danger of misplaced allegiance.

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Meaning

wealth
Extended definition

Personified wealth as a spiritual power competing with God for human allegiance and loyalty

mammon, riches: Mat.6:24, Luk.16:9, 11 16:13.

Source: STEPBible TBESG + Abbott-Smith
Why This Word Matters
Clarifies the idolatrous danger of misplaced allegiance. Luke 16:1–13
Represents rival allegiance to material riches. Matthew 6:19–24
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Word Pictures (Robertson)

A.T. Robertson's Word Pictures in the New Testament (1930–31) discusses this term in the following chapters. Open any chapter and go to the Word Pictures tab to read his verse-by-verse commentary.

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