Topical Encyclopedia
The term "acquainted" in the biblical context often refers to knowledge or familiarity with a person, concept, or experience. It is used to describe a deep understanding or awareness, often in a relational or experiential sense. In the Bible, being acquainted with God, His ways, and His Word is a recurring theme, emphasizing the importance of a personal and intimate relationship with the Creator.
Old Testament UsageIn the Old Testament, the concept of being acquainted is often linked with wisdom and understanding. For instance, in the book of Job, a man who is deeply familiar with suffering and the human condition, the term is used to describe the intimate knowledge of one's own experiences and the divine.
Job 22:21 states, "Reconcile now and be at peace with Him; thereby good will come to you." Here, the idea of being acquainted with God is tied to reconciliation and peace, suggesting that knowing God leads to a harmonious relationship and blessings.
New Testament UsageIn the New Testament, the concept of being acquainted takes on a more personal and relational dimension, particularly in the life and ministry of Jesus Christ. In the Gospel of Luke, Jesus is described as being acquainted with the human condition, having experienced life as a man.
Hebrews 4:15 reflects this understanding: "For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who was tempted in every way that we are, yet was without sin." This passage highlights Jesus' intimate knowledge of human struggles, making Him a compassionate and understanding intercessor.
Acquainted with SufferingIsaiah 53:3 prophetically describes the Messiah as "a man of sorrows, acquainted with grief." This profound statement underscores the depth of Jesus' experience with human pain and suffering. His acquaintance with grief is not merely observational but experiential, having borne the weight of humanity's sin and sorrow. This intimate knowledge of suffering is central to His role as Savior, as it enables Him to fully empathize with and redeem those who suffer.
Acquainted with God's WaysThe Bible encourages believers to become acquainted with God's ways and His Word.
Proverbs 3:6 advises, "In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight." This verse suggests that being acquainted with God involves acknowledging Him in every aspect of life, leading to divine guidance and direction. The pursuit of knowing God and His statutes is a lifelong journey that brings wisdom and understanding.
Practical ImplicationsFor believers, being acquainted with God and His Word is foundational to the Christian faith. It involves regular study of the Scriptures, prayer, and a commitment to living according to God's principles. This deep familiarity with God transforms the believer's life, fostering spiritual growth and maturity. As one becomes more acquainted with God's character and will, they are better equipped to navigate life's challenges and fulfill their divine purpose.
In summary, the biblical concept of being acquainted encompasses a profound and intimate knowledge of God, His ways, and the human experience. It is a call to deepen one's relationship with the Creator, leading to a life marked by wisdom, peace, and divine guidance.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
1. (
imp. & p. p.) of Acquaint.
2. (a.) Personally known; familiar. See Acquaint.
Greek
2477. historeo -- to inquire about, visit... to inquire about, visit. Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: historeo Phonetic
Spelling: (his-tor-eh'-o) Short Definition: I get
acquainted with, visit
...1987. epistamai -- to know, to understand
... Word Origin from ephistemi Definition to know, to understand NASB Word Usage being
acquainted (1), know (6), know about (1), knowing (2), knows (1), understand...
1921. epiginosko -- to know exactly, to recognize
... From epi and ginosko; to know upon some mark, ie Recognize; by implication, to become
fullyacquainted with, to acknowledge -- (ac-, have, take)know(-ledge...
Strong's Hebrew
8175b. saar -- perhaps to beacquainted with... perhaps to be
acquainted with. Transliteration: saar Short Definition: dread.
... root
Definition perhaps to be
acquainted with NASB Word Usage dread (1).
...3045. yada -- to know
... root Definition to know NASB Word Usage ability (1), acknowledge (4), acknowledged
(2), acquaintances (5),acquainted (1), aware (6), becomes known (1), bring...
5532a. sakan -- to be of use or service, benefit
... root Definition to be of use or service, benefit NASB Word Usage advantage (1),
ever been accustomed (1), intimatelyacquainted (1), nurse (2), profits (1...
5234. nakar -- to regard, recognize
... A primitive root; properly, to scrutinize, ie Look intently at; hence (with recognition
implied), to acknowledge, beacquainted with, care for, respect, revere...
Library
To beAcquainted with Celestial Things is not Only to Know Them
... THE FOURTH CENTURY 96 To beacquainted with celestial things is not only
to know them. To beacquainted with celestial things is...
How St Francis wasAcquainted with the Secrets of the Consciences...
... HERE BEGIN THE LITTLE FLOWERS OF SAINT FRANCIS OF ASSISI CHAPTER XXXI HOW ST FRANCIS
WASACQUAINTED WITH THE SECRETS OF THE CONSCIENCES OF ALL HIS BRETHREN....
Fragment xxxvii. Those who have BecomeAcquainted with the...
... Fragment XXXVII. Those who have becomeacquainted with the secondary i.?
Those who have becomeacquainted with the secondary (ie...
When the Jews were MadeAcquainted with These Things done by...
... Part I."The Acts of Pilate. Second Greek Form. Chapter 12. When the Jews were
madeacquainted with these things done by Joseph and Nicodemus?...
Of the vision of Brother John of Alvernia, by which He Became...
... HERE BEGIN THE LITTLE FLOWERS OF SAINT FRANCIS OF ASSISI CHAPTER LII OF THE VISION
OF BROTHER JOHN OF ALVERNIA, BY WHICH HE BECAMEACQUAINTED WITH ALL THE...
He from whom I Derived These Things Delighted Always that I Should...
... THE FOURTH CENTURY 66 He from whom I derived these things delighted always that
I should beacquainted with principles that would make me fit for all ages....
Petilianus Said: "For, Granting that You Faithless Ones are...
... Book II. Chapter 49. " 113. Petilianus said: "For, granting that you faithless
ones areacquainted with the law? "113. Petilianus...
Moreover, if any one Would Wish to BecomeAcquainted with the...
... Chapter XXXI. Moreover, if any one would wish to becomeacquainted with
the artifices of those sorcerers? Moreover, if any one...
After These Matters, Then, He Thinks that He Can Make us...
... Chapter LXII. After these matters, then, he thinks that he can make us
acquainted in a few? After these matters, then, he thinks...
Pant??nus, the Alexandrian Philosopher.
... We are alreadyacquainted with the great master of Clement, [3812] "the Sicilian
bee," that forsook the flowers of Enna, to enrich Alexandria with what is...
Thesaurus
Acquainted (21 Occurrences)... See Acquaint. Multi-Version Concordance
Acquainted (21 Occurrences). Mark
... parable?
and how will ye be
acquainted with all the parables? (DBY).
...According (7613 Occurrences)
... was accused of many sins before the Lord, which is contained in the "Gospel according
to the Hebrews." This does not prove that Papias wasacquainted with this...
Familiar (35 Occurrences)
... 2. (a.) Closelyacquainted or intimate, as a friend or companion; well versed
in, as any subject of study; as, familiar with the Scriptures....
Dress (38 Occurrences)
... Elijah's dress was probably the skin of a sheep (2 Kings 1:8). The Hebrews were
earlyacquainted with the art of weaving hair into cloth (Exodus 26:7; 35:6...
Conversant (2 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (a.) Thoroughly informed on a subject; intimately
acquainted. 2. (a.) Familiar oracquainted by use...
Acquaintance (16 Occurrences)
... 1. (n.) A state of beingacquainted, or of having intimate, or more than slight
or superficial, knowledge; personal knowledge gained by intercourse short of...
Seal (47 Occurrences)
... 2. Seals among the Hebrews: That the Israelites wereacquainted with the use in
Egypt of signets set in rings is seen in the statement that Pharaoh delivered...
Cush (31 Occurrences)
... It is doubtful whether the Hebrews, in ancient times
probably becameacquainted with them long after the Egyptians....
Acquaintances (9 Occurrences)
Matthew (5 Occurrences)
... As such he must have had some education, and doubtless in addition to the native
Aramaic must have beenacquainted with the Greek His ready acceptance of the...
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