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Introduction:The term "Ado" is not directly found as a standalone entry in the Bible; however, it is often used in English translations to describe commotion or fuss, particularly in older versions of the Bible. In the context of biblical literature, "ado" can be understood as a term that describes unnecessary or excessive activity or concern, often in relation to events or situations that require a more measured response.
Biblical Context and Usage:While the Berean Standard Bible does not specifically use the term "ado," the concept can be seen in various passages where human anxiety or unnecessary concern is addressed. For example, in the New Testament, Jesus often speaks against worry and anxiety, encouraging His followers to trust in God's provision and care.
Relevant Scripture Passages:1.
Matthew 6:25-34 : In this passage, Jesus addresses the issue of worry, which can be seen as a form of "ado." He instructs His followers not to be anxious about their lives, what they will eat or drink, or about their bodies and what they will wear. Instead, He emphasizes seeking first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, assuring that all these things will be added to them. This teaching highlights the futility of excessive concern and the importance of faith in God's provision.
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Luke 10:38-42 : The account of Mary and Martha provides another illustration of "ado." Martha is described as being "distracted by all the preparations that had to be made," while Mary chooses to sit at Jesus' feet and listen to His teaching. Jesus gently rebukes Martha, saying, "Martha, Martha, you are worried and upset about many things, but only one thing is necessary. Mary has chosen the good portion, and it will not be taken away from her." This passage underscores the importance of prioritizing spiritual nourishment over worldly concerns.
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Philippians 4:6-7 : The Apostle Paul advises believers, "Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." Here, Paul encourages Christians to replace "ado" with prayer and trust in God, promising divine peace as a result.
Theological Implications:From a theological perspective, the concept of "ado" as unnecessary worry or fuss is addressed throughout Scripture as a human tendency that detracts from faith and trust in God. The Bible consistently calls believers to a life of faith, characterized by reliance on God's sovereignty and provision. This trust is not passive but active, involving prayer, thanksgiving, and a focus on spiritual priorities.
Practical Application:In practical terms, Christians are encouraged to examine their lives for areas where "ado" may be present, whether in personal concerns, church activities, or broader societal issues. By aligning their priorities with biblical teachings and seeking God's kingdom first, believers can experience the peace and assurance that comes from a life centered on Christ.
Conclusion:While the term "ado" itself may not appear in modern translations like the Berean Standard Bible, the concept is deeply embedded in biblical teachings on worry, anxiety, and misplaced priorities. Through the teachings of Jesus and the apostles, believers are called to a life of faith and trust, free from the unnecessary concerns that can distract from their spiritual journey.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
1. (
n.) Extraneous activity or words; as to make much ado about nothing.
2. (n.) Doing; trouble; difficulty; troublesome business; fuss; bustle; as, to make a great ado about trifles.
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia
ADOa-doo': Found only inMark 5:39 King James Version: "Why make ye this ado and weep?" Here "make ado" is used to translate the Greek verb thorubeomai (compareMatthew 9:23 the King James Version, where it is likewise rendered "making a noise"). "Ado" as a substantive is Old English for "trouble" or "fuss," used only in the sing.; and in the early English versions it combined well with the verb "make," as here, to translate the Greek word rendered elsewhere "causing an uproar," or "tumult," "making a noise," etc. (seeActs 17:5;Acts 20:10). Compare Shakespeare, Romeo and Juliet, III, 4, "We'll keep no great ado;-a friend or two."
George B. Eager
Greek
103.ado -- to sing... 102, 103.
ado. 104 . to sing. Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration:
ado Phonetic
Spelling: (ad'-o) Short Definition: I sing Definition: I sing.
...ado. 104 .
...2350. thorubeo -- to disturb
... makeado, agitate From thorubos; to be in tumult, ie Disturb, clamor -- makeado
(a noise), trouble self, set on an uproar. see GREEK thorubos....
5603. ode -- a song, ode
... worshipers. Word Origin contr. from aoide (a song); from the same asado Definition
a song, ode NASB Word Usage song (5), songs (2). song....
Strong's Hebrew
2899. Towb Adoniyahuw -- "good is my LORD," a Levite... Towb Adoniyahuw. 2899a . "good is my LORD," a Levite. Transliteration: Towb
Adoniyahuw Phonetic Spelling: (tobe
ado-nee-yah'-hoo) Short Definition: Tob-adonijah
...6045. inyan -- occupation, task
... business, travail. From anah;ado, ie (generally) employment or (specifically) an
affair -- business, travail. see HEBREW anah. 6044, 6045. inyan. 6046 ....
Library
Lindger and Willehad.
... His grandfather was an eminent man amongst his people; his name was Wursing,
with the surname ofAdo.Ado, even whilst yet a heathen...
Acts v. 34
... For if, says he, it be of man, what needs anyado on your part? but if it be
of God, for all yourado you will not be able to overcome it....
The Raising of the Dead.
... house. To them, weeping and wailing greatly, after the Eastern fashion,
he said when he entered, "Why make ye thisado, and weep?...
A Sermon of the Reverend Father Master Hugh Latimer, Preached in...
... Whatado was there made in London at a certain man, because he said, (and indeed
at that time on a just cause,) "Burgesses!" quoth he, "nay, Butterflies." Lord...
"And He is the Propitiation,"
... many did, they would find it a greater difficulty to attain to a solid and quieting
persuasion of the grounds of the gospel: they would find muchado to settle...
part ii
... to lay hold on him, and said, He is beside himself?' They would have told Christ
he made a drudge or a slave of himself, and God did not require all thisado....
Baxter -- Making Light of Christ and Salvation
... that ask His service as Judas of the ointment. What need this waste? Can not
men be saved without so muchado? This is moreado than needs....
Bunyan -- the Heavenly Footman
... I shall not need to make any greatado in opening the words at this time, but shall
rather lay down one doctrine that I do find in them; and in prosecuting that...
The Great Change
... So desperately set was this Ephraim upon going after her idols that God had much
ado to drag her away from them, for that second chapter continues, "Therefore...
Man's Own Character no Ground of Peace
... a natural condition and sin appeared worse than hell itself; the world and vanities
thereof terrible and exceeding dangerous; it was fearful to haveado with it...
Thesaurus
Ado (2 Occurrences)... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (n.) Extraneous activity or words; as to make
much
ado about nothing.
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia.
ADO.
...Ado'ni-be'zek (2 Occurrences)
Ado'ni-be'zek. Adoni-bezek,Ado'ni-be'zek. Adonijah . Multi-Version
ConcordanceAdo'ni-be'zek (2 Occurrences). Judges...
Ado'ni-ze'dek (2 Occurrences)
Ado'ni-ze'dek. Adoni-zedek,Ado'ni-ze'dek. Adopt . Multi-Version
ConcordanceAdo'ni-ze'dek (2 Occurrences). Joshua 10...
Adoni-zedek (4 Occurrences)
Adoni-zedek. Adonizedek, Adoni-zedek.Ado'ni-ze'dek . Int. Standard Bible
Encyclopedia... (BBE). Adonizedek, Adoni-zedek.Ado'ni-ze'dek . Reference Bible.
Fare (13 Occurrences)
... or by railway. 8. (v.)Ado; bustle; business. 9. (v.) Condition or state
of things; fortune; hap; cheer. 10. (v.) Food; provisions...
Eutychus (1 Occurrence)
... Paul went down and embraced the youth while comforting the lamenting crowd, "Make
ye noado; for his life is in him." The interrupted meeting was resumed, the...
Do (21637 Occurrences)
... 15. (n.) Deed; act; fear. 16. (n.)Ado; bustle; stir; to do. 17. (n.) A cheat;
a swindle. Multi-Version Concordance Do (21637 Occurrences)....
Damsel (43 Occurrences)
... (KJV WBS). Mark 5:39 And when he was come in, he saith unto them, Why make ye this
ado, and weep? the damsel is not dead, but sleepeth. (KJV WBS)....
Per'izzites (21 Occurrences)
... (DBY RSV). Judges 1:5 They came uponAdo'ni-be'zek at Bezek, and fought against
him, and defeated the Canaanites and the Per'izzites. (DBY RSV)....
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