Mark 7:22
New International Version
adultery, greed, malice, deceit, lewdness, envy, slander, arrogance and folly.

New Living Translation
adultery, greed, wickedness, deceit, lustful desires, envy, slander, pride, and foolishness.

English Standard Version
coveting, wickedness, deceit, sensuality, envy, slander, pride, foolishness.

Berean Standard Bible
greed, wickedness, deceit, debauchery, envy, slander, arrogance, and foolishness.

Berean Literal Bible
covetous desires, wickednesses, deceit, sensuality, an evil eye, slander, pride, foolishness.

King James Bible
Thefts, covetousness, wickedness, deceit, lasciviousness, an evil eye, blasphemy, pride, foolishness:

New King James Version
thefts, covetousness, wickedness, deceit, lewdness, an evil eye, blasphemy, pride, foolishness.

New American Standard Bible
deeds of greed, wickedness, deceit, indecent behavior, envy, slander, pride, and foolishness.

NASB 1995
deeds of coveting and wickedness, as well as deceit, sensuality, envy, slander, pride and foolishness.

NASB 1977
deeds of coveting and wickedness, as well as deceit, sensuality, envy, slander, pride and foolishness.

Legacy Standard Bible
coveting, wickedness, deceit, sensuality, envy, slander, pride, and foolishness.

Amplified Bible
acts of greed and covetousness, wickedness, deceit, unrestrained conduct, envy and jealousy, slander and profanity, arrogance and self-righteousness and foolishness (poor judgment).

Christian Standard Bible
adulteries, greed, evil actions, deceit, self-indulgence, envy, slander, pride, and foolishness.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
adulteries, greed, evil actions, deceit, promiscuity, stinginess, blasphemy, pride, and foolishness.

American Standard Version
covetings, wickednesses, deceit, lasciviousness, an evil eye, railing, pride, foolishness:

Contemporary English Version
unfaithfulness in marriage, greed, meanness, deceit, indecency, envy, insults, pride, and foolishness.

English Revised Version
covetings, wickednesses, deceit, lasciviousness, an evil eye, railing, pride, foolishness:

GOD'S WORD® Translation
adultery, greed, wickedness, cheating, shameless lust, envy, cursing, arrogance, and foolishness come from within a person.

Good News Translation
commit adultery, be greedy, and do all sorts of evil things; deceit, indecency, jealousy, slander, pride, and folly--

International Standard Version
adultery, greed, wickedness, cheating, shameless lust, envy, slander, arrogance, and foolishness.

Majority Standard Bible
greed, wickedness, deceit, debauchery, envy, slander, arrogance, and foolishness.

NET Bible
adultery, greed, evil, deceit, debauchery, envy, slander, pride, and folly.

New Heart English Bible
covetings, wickedness, deceit, lustful desires, an evil eye, blasphemy, pride, and foolishness.

Webster's Bible Translation
Thefts, covetousness, wickedness, deceit, lasciviousness, an evil eye, blasphemy, pride, foolishness;

Weymouth New Testament
covetousness, wickedness, deceit, licentiousness, envy, reviling, pride, reckless folly:

World English Bible
covetings, wickedness, deceit, lustful desires, an evil eye, blasphemy, pride, and foolishness.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
thefts, covetous desires, wickedness, deceit, arrogance, an evil eye, slander, pride, foolishness;

Berean Literal Bible
covetous desires, wickednesses, deceit, sensuality, an evil eye, slander, pride, foolishness.

Young's Literal Translation
thefts, covetous desires, wickedness, deceit, arrogance, an evil eye, evil speaking, pride, foolishness;

Smith's Literal Translation
Thefts, overreaching, deceit, licentiousness, an evil eye, defamation, pride, foolishness:
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Thefts, covetousness, wickedness, deceit, lasciviousness, an evil eye, blasphemy, pride, foolishness.

Catholic Public Domain Version
thefts, avarice, wickedness, deceitfulness, homosexuality, an evil eye, blasphemy, self-exaltation, foolishness.

New American Bible
adultery, greed, malice, deceit, licentiousness, envy, blasphemy, arrogance, folly.

New Revised Standard Version
adultery, avarice, wickedness, deceit, licentiousness, envy, slander, pride, folly.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Extortion, wickedness, deceit, lust, an evil eye, blasphemy, pride, foolishness;

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
“Greed, wickedness, deceit, harlotry, an evil eye, blasphemy, boasting, senselessness.”
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
thefts, schemes for extortion, wicked deeds, deceit, wantonness, an evil eye, calumny, haughtiness, impiety.

Godbey New Testament
thefts, covetousness, wickedness, deceit, impurity, an evil eye, blasphemy, pride, folly.

Haweis New Testament
thefts, inordinate cravings, mischievous actions, knavery, lewdness, an evil eye, blasphemy, pride, folly:

Mace New Testament
avarice, malice, fraud, impudence, envy, scandal, pride, vanity.

Weymouth New Testament
covetousness, wickedness, deceit, licentiousness, envy, reviling, pride, reckless folly:

Worrell New Testament
covetings, wickednesses, deceit, wantonness, an evil eye, blasphemy, pride, foolishness:

Worsley New Testament
adulteries, fornications, murthers, thefts, avarice, malice, deceit, lasciviousness, envy, slander, pride, folly;

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
What Defiles a Man
21For from within the hearts of men come evil thoughts, sexual immorality, theft, murder, adultery, 22greed, wickedness, deceit, debauchery, envy, slander, arrogance, and foolishness. 23All these evils come from within, and these are what defile a man.”…

Cross References
Matthew 15:19
For out of the heart come evil thoughts, murder, adultery, sexual immorality, theft, false testimony, and slander.

Romans 1:29-31
They have become filled with every kind of wickedness, evil, greed, and depravity. They are full of envy, murder, strife, deceit, and malice. They are gossips, / slanderers, God-haters, insolent, arrogant, and boastful. They invent new forms of evil; they disobey their parents. / They are senseless, faithless, heartless, merciless.

Galatians 5:19-21
The acts of the flesh are obvious: sexual immorality, impurity, and debauchery; / idolatry and sorcery; hatred, discord, jealousy, and rage; rivalries, divisions, factions, / and envy; drunkenness, orgies, and the like. I warn you, as I did before, that those who practice such things will not inherit the kingdom of God.

1 Corinthians 6:9-10
Do you not know that the wicked will not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived: Neither the sexually immoral, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor men who submit to or perform homosexual acts, / nor thieves, nor the greedy, nor drunkards, nor verbal abusers, nor swindlers, will inherit the kingdom of God.

Ephesians 5:3-5
But among you, as is proper among the saints, there must not be even a hint of sexual immorality, or of any kind of impurity, or of greed. / Nor should there be obscenity, foolish talk, or crude joking, which are out of character, but rather thanksgiving. / For of this you can be sure: No immoral, impure, or greedy person (that is, an idolater) has any inheritance in the kingdom of Christ and of God.

Colossians 3:5-9
Put to death, therefore, the components of your earthly nature: sexual immorality, impurity, lust, evil desires, and greed, which is idolatry. / Because of these, the wrath of God is coming on the sons of disobedience. / When you lived among them, you also used to walk in these ways. ...

2 Timothy 3:2-4
For men will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boastful, arrogant, abusive, disobedient to their parents, ungrateful, unholy, / unloving, unforgiving, slanderous, without self-control, brutal, without love of good, / traitorous, reckless, conceited, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God,

James 3:14-16
But if you harbor bitter jealousy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast in it or deny the truth. / Such wisdom does not come from above, but is earthly, unspiritual, demonic. / For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there will be disorder and every evil practice.

Revelation 21:8
But to the cowardly and unbelieving and abominable and murderers and sexually immoral and sorcerers and idolaters and all liars, their place will be in the lake that burns with fire and sulfur. This is the second death.”

Proverbs 6:16-19
There are six things that the LORD hates, seven that are detestable to Him: / haughty eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, / a heart that devises wicked schemes, feet that run swiftly to evil, ...

Jeremiah 17:9
The heart is deceitful above all things and beyond cure. Who can understand it?

Genesis 6:5
Then the LORD saw that the wickedness of man was great upon the earth, and that every inclination of the thoughts of his heart was altogether evil all the time.

Psalm 14:1-3
For the choirmaster. Of David. The fool says in his heart, “There is no God.” They are corrupt; their acts are vile. There is no one who does good. / The LORD looks down from heaven upon the sons of men to see if any understand, if any seek God. / All have turned away, they have together become corrupt; there is no one who does good, not even one.

Isaiah 59:7-8
Their feet run to evil; they are swift to shed innocent blood. Their thoughts are sinful thoughts; ruin and destruction lie in their wake. / The way of peace they have not known, and there is no justice in their tracks. They have turned them into crooked paths; no one who treads on them will know peace.

Ezekiel 18:12-13
He oppresses the poor and needy; he commits robbery and does not restore a pledge. He lifts his eyes to idols; he commits abominations. / He engages in usury and takes excess interest. Will this son live? He will not! Since he has committed all these abominations, he will surely die; his blood will be on his own head.


Treasury of Scripture

Thefts, covetousness, wickedness, deceit, lasciviousness, an evil eye, blasphemy, pride, foolishness:

covetousness, wickedness.

Deuteronomy 15:9
Beware that there be not a thought in thy wicked heart, saying, The seventh year, the year of release, is at hand; and thine eye be evil against thy poor brother, and thou givest him nought; and he cry unto the LORD against thee, and it be sin unto thee.

Deuteronomy 28:54,56
So that the man that is tender among you, and very delicate, his eye shall be evil toward his brother, and toward the wife of his bosom, and toward the remnant of his children which he shall leave: …

1 Samuel 18:8,9
And Saul was very wroth, and the saying displeased him; and he said, They have ascribed unto David ten thousands, and to me they have ascribed but thousands: and what can he have more but the kingdom? …

pride.

2 Chronicles 32:25,26,31
But Hezekiah rendered not again according to the benefit done unto him; for his heart was lifted up: therefore there was wrath upon him, and upon Judah and Jerusalem…

Psalm 10:4
The wicked, through the pride of his countenance, will not seek after God: God is not in all his thoughts.

Obadiah 1:3,4
The pride of thine heart hath deceived thee, thou that dwellest in the clefts of the rock, whose habitation is high; that saith in his heart, Who shall bring me down to the ground? …

foolishness.

Proverbs 12:23
A prudent man concealeth knowledge: but the heart of fools proclaimeth foolishness.

Proverbs 22:15
Foolishness is bound in the heart of a child; but the rod of correction shall drive it far from him.

Proverbs 24:9
The thought of foolishness is sin: and the scorner is an abomination to men.

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Mark 7
1. The Pharisees find fault with the disciples for eating with unwashed hands.
8. They break the commandment of God by the traditions of men.
14. Food defiles not the man.
24. He heals the Syrophenician woman's daughter of an unclean spirit;
31. and one that was deaf, and stammered in his speech.














Greed
The Greek word used here is "pleonexia," which denotes an insatiable desire for more, often at the expense of others. In a biblical context, greed is seen as idolatry (Colossians 3:5), where material possessions or wealth take precedence over God. Historically, greed has been a root cause of societal decay, as it leads individuals away from community and towards self-centeredness. The Bible consistently warns against the dangers of greed, urging believers to find contentment in God's provision.

Wickedness
The term "ponēria" in Greek refers to a state of moral corruption and evil intent. Wickedness is not just about actions but also the condition of the heart. In the scriptural narrative, wickedness is often contrasted with righteousness, highlighting the battle between good and evil. The Bible calls believers to shun wickedness and pursue holiness, reflecting God's character in their lives.

Deceit
The Greek word "dolos" implies cunning and treachery. Deceit is a distortion of truth, often used to manipulate or harm others. In the biblical context, deceit is condemned as it breaks trust and undermines relationships. Jesus, who is the Truth (John 14:6), calls His followers to live in honesty and integrity, reflecting His nature in a world often marred by deception.

Debauchery
"Aselgeia" in Greek refers to unrestrained indulgence in sensual pleasures. This term encompasses behaviors that are morally and ethically corrupt. In the historical context of the Roman Empire, debauchery was rampant, often associated with pagan rituals and excess. The Bible warns against such lifestyles, urging believers to live in self-control and purity, honoring God with their bodies (1 Corinthians 6:19-20).

Envy
The Greek word "phthonos" describes a feeling of discontent or covetousness towards another's possessions or success. Envy is destructive, leading to bitterness and strife. Scripturally, envy is seen as contrary to love, which rejoices in the well-being of others (1 Corinthians 13:4). Believers are encouraged to cultivate gratitude and contentment, recognizing that every good gift comes from God (James 1:17).

Slander
"Blasphemia" in Greek, often translated as slander, involves speaking falsely or maliciously about someone. Slander damages reputations and relationships, and is strongly condemned in Scripture. The Bible calls for speech that edifies and builds up others (Ephesians 4:29), reflecting the love and truth of Christ in all interactions.

Arrogance
The term "hyperēphania" in Greek signifies an attitude of superiority and pride. Arrogance is a sin that elevates self above others and even above God. Historically, arrogance has led to the downfall of individuals and nations, as pride goes before destruction (Proverbs 16:18). The Bible teaches humility, exemplified by Christ, who humbled Himself for our sake (Philippians 2:5-8).

Foolishness
"Aphrosynē" in Greek refers to a lack of understanding or wisdom. In the biblical sense, foolishness is not merely intellectual deficiency but a moral failing, often associated with rejecting God's wisdom. The Scriptures contrast the fool with the wise, urging believers to seek wisdom from God, who gives generously to all who ask (James 1:5). Foolishness leads to destructive paths, while wisdom leads to life and peace.

(22) Covetousness, wickedness.--The Greek words for these are, like the preceding, in the plural, as pointing to the manifold forms in which the sins show themselves.

An evil eye.--As explained by Matthew 20:15 (where see Note), the "evil eye" is that which looks askance on the good of others--i.e., envy in its most malignant form.

Pride.--Better, perhaps, haughtiness. This is the only passage in the New Testament where the word so translated occurs. The cognate adjective meets us in Romans 1:30; 2Timothy 3:2.

Foolishness.--This, again, is a rare word in the New Testament, meeting us only in 2Corinthians 11:1; 2Corinthians 11:17; 2Corinthians 11:21. As interpreted by Proverbs 14:18; Proverbs 15:21, it is the folly which consists in the absence of the fear of God, the infatuation of impiety. . . .

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
greed,
πλεονεξίαι (pleonexiai)
Noun - Nominative Feminine Plural
Strong's 4124: Covetousness, avarice, aggression, desire for advantage. From pleonektes; avarice, i.e. fraudulency, extortion.

wickedness,
πονηρίαι (ponēriai)
Noun - Nominative Feminine Plural
Strong's 4189: Wickedness, iniquities. From poneros; depravity, i.e., malice; plural plots, sins.

deceit,
δόλος (dolos)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 1388: Deceit, guile, treachery. From an obsolete primary verb, dello; a trick, i.e. wile.

debauchery,
ἀσέλγεια (aselgeia)
Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular
Strong's 766: From a compound of a and a presumed selges; licentiousness.

envy,
ὀφθαλμὸς (ophthalmos)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3788: The eye; fig: the mind's eye. From optanomai; the eye; by implication, vision; figuratively, envy.

slander,
βλασφημία (blasphēmia)
Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular
Strong's 988: Abusive or scurrilous language, blasphemy. From blasphemos; vilification.

arrogance,
ὑπερηφανία (hyperēphania)
Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular
Strong's 5243: Pride, arrogance, disdain. From huperephanos; haughtiness.

[and] foolishness.
ἀφροσύνη (aphrosynē)
Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular
Strong's 877: Want of sense, foolishness, impiety, wickedness. From aphron; senselessness, i.e. egotism; recklessness.


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