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Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from the Greek root μυθέομαι (mytheomai), meaning "to relate" or "to speak."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for μύθος, the concept of false narratives or misleading stories can be related to several Hebrew terms that denote falsehood or deception, such as שֶׁקֶר (sheqer, Strong's Hebrew 8267), meaning "falsehood" or "lie," and כָּזָב (kazab, Strong's Hebrew 3577), meaning "deception" or "falsehood." These terms similarly emphasize the importance of truth and the dangers of false teachings.

Usage: The term μύθος is used in the New Testament to caution against false teachings and fabricated stories that deviate from the truth of the Christian faith. It is often associated with myths or fables that are contrary to sound doctrine.

Context: The Greek term μύθος appears in the New Testament primarily in the pastoral epistles, where it is used to warn believers against being swayed by false teachings and myths. In 1 Timothy 1:4, Paul advises Timothy to "devote yourself to the public reading of Scripture, to exhortation, to teaching," warning against "myths and endless genealogies, which promote speculation rather than the stewardship of God’s work, which is by faith." Similarly, in 2 Timothy 4:4, Paul predicts a time when people "will turn their ears away from the truth and turn aside to myths." The use of μύθος in these contexts underscores the importance of adhering to the truth of the Gospel and avoiding teachings that are not grounded in Scripture.

The term is also found in Titus 1:14, where Paul instructs Titus not to pay attention to "Jewish myths or to the commands of those who reject the truth." Here, μύθος is associated with teachings that are not only false but also potentially harmful to the faith community. The emphasis is on maintaining sound doctrine and rejecting any narratives that could lead believers astray.

In a broader cultural context, μύθος was a common term in Greek literature, often used to describe traditional stories or legends. However, in the New Testament, its usage is distinctly negative, highlighting the contrast between human fabrications and divine truth.

Englishman's Concordance

μελῶν — 2 Occ.
μέλος — 5 Occ.
Μελχὶ — 2 Occ.
Μελχισεδέκ — 8 Occ.
ἔμελεν — 2 Occ.
μέλει — 7 Occ.
μελέτω — 1 Occ.
μεμβράνας — 1 Occ.
μέμφεται — 1 Occ.
μεμφόμενος — 1 Occ.
μὲν — 182 Occ.
Μενοῦν — 1 Occ.
μενοῦνγε — 2 Occ.
μέντοι — 8 Occ.
ἐμείναμεν — 2 Occ.
ἔμειναν — 2 Occ.
ἔμεινεν — 10 Occ.
ἔμενεν — 3 Occ.
ἔμενον — 1 Occ.
μεῖναι — 6 Occ.