Topical Encyclopedia
Definition and Usage:The term "agree" in the biblical context often refers to harmony, unity, or coming to a mutual understanding or decision. It is used in various contexts, including personal relationships, communal decisions, and spiritual unity.
Biblical References:1.
Matthew 18:19-20 : "Again, I tell you truly that if two of you on the earth agree about anything you ask for, it will be done for you by My Father in heaven. For where two or three gather together in My name, there am I with them."
· This passage highlights the power of agreement in prayer and the presence of Christ among believers who unite in His name. It underscores the importance of communal prayer and the assurance of divine response when believers are in concord.
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Amos 3:3 : "Can two walk together without agreeing where to go?"
· This rhetorical question emphasizes the necessity of agreement for partnership and progress. It illustrates that unity of purpose is essential for any joint endeavor, whether in personal relationships or communal activities.
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Philippians 2:2 : "Then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being united in spirit and purpose."
· Paul urges the Philippians to be of one mind, reflecting the importance of agreement in fostering unity and love within the Christian community. This unity is not merely external but involves a deep, spiritual alignment.
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1 Corinthians 1:10 : "I appeal to you, brothers, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you agree together, so that there may be no divisions among you and that you may be united in mind and conviction."
· Paul addresses the Corinthian church, urging them to resolve their differences and maintain unity. This appeal highlights the destructive nature of discord and the necessity of agreement for the health of the church.
Theological Implications:·
Unity in the Body of Christ: Agreement is foundational for the unity of the church. It reflects the oneness of the body of Christ, where diverse members work together harmoniously. This unity is a testimony to the world of the transformative power of the Gospel.
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Spiritual Authority and Power: Agreement in prayer and purpose is linked to spiritual authority and effectiveness. When believers come together in agreement, they align themselves with God's will, enabling them to act with divine authority and see God's power manifest.
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Relational Harmony: Agreement is crucial for maintaining peace and harmony in relationships. It requires humility, love, and a willingness to prioritize the collective good over individual preferences. This relational harmony is a reflection of God's nature and His desire for His people.
Practical Application:·
Conflict Resolution: In situations of conflict, seeking agreement involves active listening, empathy, and a commitment to reconciliation. Believers are called to pursue peace and unity, reflecting Christ's love and humility.
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Decision Making: In communal or church settings, decision-making should be characterized by prayerful consideration and mutual agreement. This ensures that decisions are made in alignment with God's will and for the edification of the community.
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Prayer and Worship: Agreement in prayer and worship fosters a deeper sense of God's presence and power. Believers are encouraged to come together in unity, seeking God's guidance and blessing as a collective body.
In summary, the concept of agreement in the Bible is integral to the life of believers, emphasizing unity, spiritual power, and relational harmony. It is a call to live in alignment with God's will and in fellowship with one another.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
1. (
adv.) In good part; kindly.
2. (v. i.) To harmonize in opinion, statement, or action; to be in unison or concord; to be or become united or consistent; to concur; as, all parties agree in the expediency of the law.
3. (v. i.) To yield assent; to accede; -- followed by to; as, to agree to an offer, or to opinion.
4. (v. i.) To make a stipulation by way of settling differences or determining a price; to exchange promises; to come to terms or to a common resolve; to promise.
5. (v. i.) To be conformable; to resemble; to coincide; to correspond; as, the picture does not agree with the original; the two scales agree exactly.
6. (v. i.) To suit or be adapted in its effects; to do well; as, the same food does not agree with every constitution.
7. (v. i.) To correspond in gender, number, case, or person.
8. (v. t.) To make harmonious; to reconcile or make friends.
9. (v. t.) To admit, or come to one mind concerning; to settle; to arrange; as, to agree the fact; to agree differences.
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia
AGREEa-gre' (sumphoneo, "to be of the same mind," "to come to a mutual understanding"): This is the sense of the word inMatthew 20:2John 9:22, and other passages. InMark 14:56 the word is isos and has the thought not only that their words did not agree, but also that the testimony was not in agreement with or equal to what the law required in such a case. The thought of being equal occurs also in1 John 5:8.
The figurative use of the word inMatthew 18:19 makes it of special interest. The word there is sumphoneo, from which comes our word symphony, meaning a harmonious blending. This agreement therefore is complete. Three persons are introduced: two human beings and the Father. They are in perfect agreement on the subject or purpose under consideration. It is therefore an inward unity produced by the Holy Spirit leading the two into such an agreement with the Father. There will follow then, as a matter of course, what is promised inMatthew 18:19, 20. InActs 5:9 it sets forth the justice of Peter in dealing in the same manner in both cases. Ananias and Sapphira were in perfect agreement and equally guilty (Luke 5:36Acts 15:15).
Jacob W. Kapp
Greek
4856. sumphoneo -- to call out with, to be in harmony, generally...... to call out with, to be in harmony, generally to
agree. Part of Speech: Verb
Transliteration: sumphoneo Phonetic Spelling: (soom-fo-neh'-o) Short Definition:
...4934. suntithemi -- to place together, hence observe,agree
... to place together, hence observe,agree. Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration:
suntithemi Phonetic Spelling: (soon-tith'-em-ahee) Short Definition: I make an...
1843. exomologeo -- toagree, confess
... toagree, confess. Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: exomologeo Phonetic Spelling:
(ex-om-ol-og-eh'-o) Short Definition: I consent fully, confess Definition...
1526. eisi --agree, are, be, were.
... 1525, 1526. eisi. 1527 .agree, are, be, were. Transliteration: eisi Phonetic
Spelling: (i-see') Short Definition:agree.... of eimi, qv.agree, are, be, were....
3670. homologeo -- to speak the same, toagree
... to speak the same, toagree. Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: homologeo Phonetic
Spelling: (hom-ol-og-eh'-o) Short Definition: I confess, profess...
2468. isthi --agree, give thyself wholly to.
... isthi. 2469 .agree, give thyself wholly to. Transliteration: isthi Phonetic Spelling:
(is'-thee) Short Definition:agree....agree, give thyself wholly to....
2258. en --agree, be, have charge of, hold, use.
... en. 2259 .agree, be, have charge of, hold, use. Transliteration: en Phonetic
Spelling: (ane) Short Definition:agree....agree, be, have charge of, hold, use....
3662. homoiazo --agree.
... 3661, 3662. homoiazo. 3663 .agree.... Word Origin variant reading for paromoiazo,
qv.agree. From homoios; to resemble --agree. see GREEK homoios. 3661, 3662...
4786. sugkerannumi -- to mix together, hence toagree with
... to mix together, hence toagree with. Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration:
sugkerannumi Phonetic Spelling: (soong-ker-an'-noo-mee) Short Definition: I mix...
4784. sugkatatithemi -- to deposit together, hence toagree with
... to deposit together, hence toagree with. Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration:
sugkatatithemi Phonetic Spelling: (soong-kat-at-ith'-em-ahee) Short Definition...
Strong's Hebrew
2164. zeman -- toagree together... 2163, 2164. zeman. 2165 . to
agree together. Transliteration: zeman Phonetic
Spelling: (zem-an') Short Definition: together. Word
...225. uth -- to consent,agree
... 224, 225. uth. 226 . to consent,agree. Transliteration: uth Phonetic Spelling:
(ooth) Short Definition: consent. Word Origin a prim....
7737a. shavah -- toagree with, be like, resemble
... 7737, 7737a. shavah. 7737b . toagree with, be like, resemble. Transliteration:
shavah Short Definition: composed. Word Origin a prim....
7737. shavah -- toagree with, be like, resemble
... 7736, 7737. shavah. 7737a . toagree with, be like, resemble. Transliteration:
shavah Phonetic Spelling: (shaw-vaw') Short Definition: avail....
3259. yaad -- to appoint
...agree, make an appointment, a time, assemble selves, betroth, gather selves.
A primitive root; to fix upon (by agreement or appointment...
Library
Agree with Thine Adversary
... SERMON XXVII.AGREE WITH THINE ADVERSARY. Eversley, 1861. Windsor Castle,
1867. Matthew 5:25, 26. "Agree with thine adversary quickly...
But Let usAgree, as You Wish, that There are Both Infernal...
... Book VII. 20 But let usagree, as you wish, that there are both infernal
regions and Manes? But let usagree, as you wish, that...
Fifteenth Lesson. If TwoAgree
... FIFTEENTH LESSON. If twoagree. If twoagree;'... And He gives us a very special promise
for the united prayer of two or three whoagree in what they ask....
The PhilosophersAgree with the Poets Respecting the Gods.
... Chapter XIX."The PhilosophersAgree with the Poets Respecting the Gods. Such was
the beginning of the existence both of their gods and of the universe....
The Melitians and the AriansAgree in Sentiment; Eusebius and...
... Book II. Chapter XXI."The Melitians and the Ariansagree in Sentiment; Eusebius
and Theognis endeavor to inflame anew the Disease of Arius....
But When, Overcome, weAgree that There are These Things...
... Book II. 55 But when, overcome, weagree that there are these things?
But when, overcome, weagree that there are these things...
Accordingly weAgree with Cyprian that "Heretics Cannot Give...
... Book V. Chapter 22. " 30. Accordingly weagree with Cyprian that "heretics
cannot give remission of sins? "30. Accordingly...
Wherein do the Sacraments of Baptism and the Lord's SupperAgree
... Question 176: Wherein do the sacraments of Baptism and the Lord's Supper
agree. Answer: The sacraments of Baptism and the Lord's...
I Prefer, He Says, to Receive Christ's Baptism Where Both Parties...
... Book I. Chapter 5. " 6. I prefer, he says, to receive Christ's baptism
where both partiesagree that? "6. I prefer, he says...
That He who Confesses the Beginning of the World's Existence must...
... III."Philosophical Works. XXIII. That he who confesses the beginning of the world's
existence must necessarily alsoagree as to its end .... seem toagree....
Thesaurus
Agree (24 Occurrences)... vi) To harmonize in opinion, statement, or action; to be in unison or concord; to
be or become united or consistent; to concur; as, all parties
agree in the
...Concur (1 Occurrence)
... 1. (vi) To come together; toagree.... 3. (vi) To unite oragree (in action or opinion);
to join; to act jointly; toagree; to coincide; to correspond....
Accord (43 Occurrences)
... 6. (vt) To make toagree or correspond; to suit one thing to another; to adjust; --
followed by to.... 10. (vi) Toagree in pitch and tone. Int....
Bittern (4 Occurrences)
... There seems to be much confusion as to the early form of the name; but all authorities
agree that it was bestowed on the bird on account of its voice....
Agreeable (6 Occurrences)
... 2. (a.) Willing; ready toagree or consent. 3. (a.) Agreeing or suitable; conformable;
correspondent; concordant; adapted; -- followed by to, rarely by with....
Oded (3 Occurrences)
... The two verses shouldagree, so we should probably read in 15:8, "the prophecy of
Azariah, the son of Oded, the prophet," or else "the prophecy of Azariah the...
Prefer (10 Occurrences)
... pre-fur': Does not always have the general meaning "to choose before another." In
Psalm 137:6, it does have this sense and the two versionsagree; in Esther 2:9...
Accede (1 Occurrence)
... 1. (vi) Toagree or assent to a proposal; as, to accede to a request.... Hence, toagree
or assent to a proposal or a view; as, he acceded to my request....
Square (94 Occurrences)
... square the yards. 34. (vi) To accord oragree exactly; to be consistent
with; to conform oragree; to suit; to fit. 35. (vi) To...
Bel (3 Occurrences)
... The stories of Bel and of the Dragon have a separate origin and existed apart: they
are brought together because they bothagree in holding up idolatry to...
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