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Definition and Usage:The term "accurately" refers to the quality of being correct, precise, and free from error. In a biblical context, it often pertains to the faithful transmission and understanding of God's Word, as well as the precise execution of His commands.
Biblical References:While the specific term "accurately" may not frequently appear in the Bible, the concept is deeply embedded in the Scriptures. The Berean Standard Bible emphasizes the importance of accuracy in several passages:
1.
Handling the Word of Truth: In
2 Timothy 2:15, Paul exhorts Timothy, "Make every effort to present yourself approved to God, an unashamed workman who accurately handles the word of truth." This verse underscores the necessity for believers to study and interpret the Scriptures with precision and care, ensuring that their teachings align with the truth of God's Word.
2.
Prophetic Accuracy: The Bible places a high value on the accuracy of prophecy. In
Deuteronomy 18:22, it is written, "If what a prophet proclaims in the name of the LORD does not take place or come to pass, that is a message the LORD has not spoken." This standard for prophetic accuracy serves as a safeguard against false prophets and emphasizes the reliability of true divine revelation.
3.
Teaching and Doctrine: Accurate teaching is crucial for the edification of the church. In
Titus 2:1, Paul instructs, "But as for you, speak the things that are consistent with sound doctrine." This directive highlights the importance of doctrinal accuracy in maintaining the integrity of the Christian faith and ensuring that believers are grounded in truth.
4.
Witness and Testimony: The accuracy of witness and testimony is also a biblical principle. In
Proverbs 14:5, it states, "An honest witness does not deceive, but a false witness pours out lies." This proverb reflects the broader biblical theme that truthfulness and accuracy are essential in all forms of communication, particularly in matters of justice and testimony.
Theological Implications:Accuracy in handling Scripture and doctrine is vital for maintaining the purity of the Christian faith. It ensures that believers are not led astray by false teachings and that the message of the Gospel is preserved in its true form. The call to accuracy is a call to diligence, study, and a deep reverence for the Word of God.
Practical Application:Believers are encouraged to engage in regular study of the Bible, seeking guidance from the Holy Spirit to understand and apply its teachings accurately. This involves a commitment to learning, discernment, and a willingness to be corrected when necessary. Teachers and leaders within the church bear a particular responsibility to ensure that their teachings are biblically sound and accurately reflect the truths of Scripture.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
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adv.) In an accurate manner; exactly; precisely; without error or defect.
Greek
199. akribos -- with exactness... Word Origin adverb from akribes Definition with exactness NASB Word Usage
accurately (1), careful* (1), carefully (2), full well (1), more
accurately (1), more
...1231. diaginosko -- to distinguish, to determine
... to determine. Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: diaginosko Phonetic Spelling:
(dee-ag-in-o'-sko) Short Definition: I knowaccurately, examine, decide...
3718. orthotomeo -- to cut straight
... correctly ). Word Origin from orthos and temno (to cut) Definition to cut straight
NASB Word Usageaccurately handling (1). rightly divide....
2661. kataxioo -- to deem worthy
... weighing as much as, proportional") -- properly, to (on a balance-scale) which ;
that reflects actual, ; hence, to () something as (accurately assessing its...
198. akriboo -- exact, precise
... carefully, inquire with exactness. Cognate: 198 -- to knowaccurately; inquire
diligently. See 199 (). enquire diligently. From the same...
1329. diermeneuo -- to explain thoroughly, by impl. to translate
... 1329 (from 1223 , "thoroughly across, to the other side," which intensifies 2059 ,
"interpret") -- properly, interpret,accurately (fully) explain....
2919. krino -- to judge, decide
... We only (2919 )accurately by based on God's word, ie to approve (prefer)
what is correct and reject what is inferior (wrong). [2919...
Strong's Hebrew
1420. gedullah -- greatness... Or (shortened) gdullah {ghed-ool-law'}; or (less
accurately) gduwllah {ghed-ool-
law'}; feminine of gadowl; greatness; (concretely) mighty acts -- dignity
...Library
The Long, Rough Road He Trod
... Human life is a faithful mirror,accurately reflecting to-day just the
conditions found in this old Book. No book so faithfully...
Discussion on Genesis.
... I suspect, therefore, that they speak the truth so far as they areaccurately
acquainted with the science, and that their mistakes are the result of ignorance...
Hebrews vi. 3-Jan
... him to be continually dinning the same things into the boy, and he will not leave
off teaching, until the boy has been able to learn themaccurately; for it is...
Hebrews i. 3
... [2736] For not even the understanding [2737] which far excels these, will be able
to comprehend anythingaccurately, when we desire to utter aught concerning...
Chronology of the Life of Christ
... 2, may be taken as an indication that he had good and accurate information on the
subject; that he "had investigated all the circumstancesaccurately in their...
Authenticity and Credibility of the Gospel Narratives.
... very fairly the position which they occupied: "It seemed good to me also, having
had perfect understanding of all things," ("havingaccurately traced out all...
Three Aspects of Faith
... The Revised Versionaccurately represents the original by varying the expression
in these two clauses, retaining 'believed on Him' in the former, and...
Building in Silence
... (b) The Builder has His plan clearly before Him, and worksaccurately to
realise it. He perfectly knows what He means to build, and...
A Loyal Vow
... men there is neither peace nor nobleness in our lives, except in the measure in
which the will of Jesus Christ and our wills areaccurately conterminous and...
Impossibility of Fixing the Horoscope; Failure of an Attempt to do...
... And when the Chaldeans are not able definitely andaccurately to calculate this,
they will fail, as they ought, to determine the period of emergence....
Thesaurus
Accurately (9 Occurrences)...Accurately (9 Occurrences). Matthew 2:7 Then Herod, having secretly called the magi,
inquired of them
accurately the time of the star that was appearing; (DBY).
...Accurate (7 Occurrences)
... 20 He said, "The Jews have agreed to ask you to bring Paul down to the council tomorrow,
as though intending to inquire somewhat moreaccurately concerning him...
Acquainted (21 Occurrences)
... Luke 1:3 it has seemed good to me also,accurately acquainted from the origin with
all things, to write to thee with method, most excellent Theophilus, (DBY)....
Perfection (30 Occurrences)
... 1:10 2 Corinthians 13:11, "be perfected"; 1 Thessalonians 3:10 1 Peter 5:10, the
Revised Version margin "restore"); akribos, "accurately," "diligently," is...
Perfect (205 Occurrences)
... 1:10 2 Corinthians 13:11, "be perfected"; 1 Thessalonians 3:10 1 Peter 5:10, the
Revised Version margin "restore"); akribos, "accurately," "diligently," is...
Inquired (74 Occurrences)
... (ASV DBY WBS NAS RSV). Matthew 2:7 Then Herod, having secretly called the magi,
inquired of themaccurately the time of the star that was appearing; (DBY WBS)....
Midnight (14 Occurrences)
... Hort, The New Testament in Greek, mesonuktion (Acts 16:25, etc.)): In the period
before the exile midnight does not seem to have been veryaccurately determined...
Closely (38 Occurrences)
... Luke 1:3 it seemed good to me also, having traced the course of all thingsaccurately
from the first, to write to you in order, most excellent Theophilus; (See...
Carefully (76 Occurrences)
... Revised Version, Matthew 2:8). "Taught carefully" the Revised Version (British and
American) ("diligently" the King James Version; "accurately" the American...
Inquire (95 Occurrences)
... Matthew 2:7 Then Herod, having secretly called the magi, inquired of themaccurately
the time of the star that was appearing; (Root in DBY WBS YLT)....
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