# μάτην (matēn)

Strong’s G3155. 2 New Testament occurrences.

in vain, in an unreal way, to no purpose.

Lexicon: Dodson, public domain.

Canonical: https://apologetics.wiki/bible/greek/maten-g3155

## Occurrences

- [Matthew 15:9](https://apologetics.wiki/bible/matthew/15/9) — But in vain they do worship me, teaching for doctrines the commandments of men.
- [Mark 7:7](https://apologetics.wiki/bible/mark/7/7) — Howbeit in vain do they worship me, teaching for doctrines the commandments of men.