μάτην mátēn

Greek · Strong's G3155 · used 2 times in 2 verses

Meaning

folly, i.e. (adverbially) to no purpose

In the King James Version: in vain

Derivation: accusative case of a derivative of the base of G3145 (μασσάομαι) (through the idea of tentative manipulation, i.e. unsuccessful search, or else of punishment);

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Where it is used

Matthew 15:9 They worship Me in vain; they teach as doctrine the precepts of men.’”
Mark 7:7 They worship Me in vain; they teach as doctrine the precepts of men.’