Meaning
Deception is the act of misleading, deceiving, or causing someone to believe what is false.
It involves presenting something false as though it were true.
Biblical Usage
In Scripture, deception refers to misleading others through falsehood, error, or deceit.
The term is used of human deception, false teaching, and other forms of deceit described throughout the Bible.
Key References
- Genesis 3:13
- Jeremiah 17:9
- Matthew 24:4-5
- Mark 13:5-6
- Romans 16:18
- Ephesians 5:6
- 2 Thessalonians 2:9-10
- Revelation 12:9
Related Terms
- Deceit
- False Prophet
- Temptation
- Truth
- False Doctrine