Bible Dictionary

Apostasy

a falling away from truth, faith, or previously held beliefs

Quick Reference

Total Entries

116

Entry Position

6 of 116

Letter

A

Meaning

a falling away from truth, faith, or previously held beliefs

Key Scriptures

  • 2 Thessalonians 2:3
  • 1 Timothy 4:1
  • Hebrews 3:12

Also Called

falling away

Basic Meaning

Apostasy refers to a departure from truth, faith, or previously held beliefs.

The word is associated with abandonment, rebellion, and turning away.


Biblical Usage

Scripture contains warnings concerning apostasy, deception, and spiritual decline.

References to apostasy often appear in passages concerning the last days and false teaching.


  • Falling Away
  • Truth
  • Deception

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Scriptures

  • 2 Thessalonians 2:3
  • 1 Timothy 4:1
  • Hebrews 3:12

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