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G3201 · Greek · New Testament
Μεμφομαι
Memphomai
Verb
To Find Fault / To Blame

Definition

A verb meaning to find fault with, to blame, or to complain against. It implies expressing dissatisfaction or censure toward someone or something. Used in contexts where God or people express disapproval.

Usage & Theological Significance

In Hebrews 8:8, God 'finds fault' with the people under the old covenant — not because the covenant itself was flawed, but because the people could not keep it. This becomes the basis for establishing the new covenant in Christ's blood, showing that God's plan always pointed toward grace rather than human performance.

Key Bible Verses

Hebrews 8:8 But God found fault with the people and said: 'The days are coming, declares the Lord, when I will make a new covenant.'
Romans 9:19 One of you will say to me: 'Then why does God still blame us? For who is able to resist his will?'
Hebrews 8:7 For if there had been nothing wrong with that first covenant, no place would have been sought for another.
Jeremiah 31:31 The days are coming, declares the Lord, when I will make a new covenant with the people of Israel.
Mark 7:2 They saw some of his disciples eating food with hands that were defiled, that is, unwashed.

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