condemn, condemned, condemnation

Definition

The terms “condemn” and “condemnation” refer to judging someone for doing something wrong.

• Often the word “condemn” includes punishing that person for what they did wrong.
• Sometimes “condemn” means to falsely accuse someone or to judge someone harshly.
• The term “condemnation” refers to the act of condemning or accusing someone.

Translation Suggestions

• Depending on the context, this term could be translated as “harshly judge” or “criticize falsely.”
• The phrase “condemn him” could be translated as “judge that he is guilty” or “state that he must be punished for his sin.”
• The term “condemnation” could be translated as “harsh judging” or “declaring to be guilty” or “punishment of guilt.”

(See also: judge, punish)

Bible References

• 1 John 3:20
• Job 9:29
• John 5:24
• Luke 6:37
• Matthew 12:7
• Proverbs 17:15-16
• Psalms 34:22
• Romans 5:16

Word Data

• Strong’s: H6064, H7034, H7561, H8199, G01760, G08430, G26070, G26130, G26310, G26320, G26330, G29170, G29190, G29200, G52720, G60480