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The term "blamelessly" in the Bible refers to living in a manner that is free from guilt or fault in the eyes of God and man. It is a state of moral and spiritual integrity that aligns with God's standards of holiness and righteousness. The concept of blamelessness is deeply rooted in both the Old and New Testaments, emphasizing the importance of a life that reflects God's character.
Old Testament ContextIn the Old Testament, the Hebrew word often translated as "blameless" is "tamim," which conveys the idea of completeness, integrity, and uprightness. This term is frequently used to describe the character of individuals who walk in accordance with God's commandments. For example, Noah is described as "a righteous man, blameless among the people of his time" (
Genesis 6:9). Similarly, Job is introduced as "blameless and upright, fearing God and shunning evil" (
Job 1:1).
The Psalms and Proverbs also highlight the importance of blamelessness.
Psalm 15:2-3 describes the one who may dwell in God's sanctuary as "he who walks with integrity and practices righteousness, who speaks the truth from his heart, who has no slander on his tongue, who does no wrong to his neighbor, and casts no slur on his friend."
Proverbs 11:20 states, "The LORD detests those with crooked hearts, but He delights in those whose ways are blameless."
New Testament ContextIn the New Testament, the Greek word "amemptos" is often used to convey the idea of being blameless. The Apostle Paul frequently exhorts believers to live blamelessly as a testimony to their faith in Christ. In
Philippians 2:14-15 , Paul writes, "Do everything without complaining or arguing, so that you may be blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a crooked and perverse generation, in which you shine as lights in the world."
Paul also emphasizes blamelessness in his letters to the Thessalonians. In
1 Thessalonians 5:23 , he prays, "Now may the God of peace Himself sanctify you completely, and may your entire spirit, soul, and body be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ." This reflects the holistic nature of blamelessness, encompassing every aspect of a believer's life.
Theological SignificanceBlamelessness is not synonymous with sinlessness. Rather, it denotes a sincere and wholehearted commitment to living according to God's will. It involves repentance, faith, and the pursuit of holiness through the power of the Holy Spirit. The blameless life is marked by a continual striving to align one's actions, thoughts, and intentions with the teachings of Scripture.
The call to live blamelessly is ultimately rooted in the character of God Himself, who is perfect and holy. Believers are called to reflect His nature in their conduct, serving as witnesses to the transformative power of the Gospel. As such, blamelessness is both a present reality and an eschatological hope, as Christians anticipate the day when they will stand faultless before the throne of God through the redemptive work of Jesus Christ.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
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adv.) In a blameless manner.
Greek
274. amemptos --blamelessly...blamelessly. Part of Speech: Adverb Transliteration: amemptos Phonetic Spelling:
(am-emp'-toce) Short Definition:
blamelessly Definition:
blamelessly.
...273. amemptos -- blameless
... Word Origin from alpha (as a neg. prefix) and memphomai Definition blameless NASB
Word Usage blameless (2),blamelessly (1), faultless (1), without blame (1)....
Strong's Hebrew
8549. tamim -- complete, sound... Word Origin from tamam Definition complete, sound NASB Word Usage blameless (22),
blamelessly (1), complete (1), entire (1), full (1), intact (1), integrity (4
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The Ordinances of the Apostles, that There Might be no Contention...
... therefore, that those appointed by them, [191] or afterwards by other eminent men,
with the consent of the whole Church, and who haveblamelessly served the...
The Ordinances of the Apostles, that There Might be no Contention...
... therefore, that those appointed by them, [4234] or afterwards by other eminent men,
with the consent of the whole church, and who haveblamelessly served the...
Who May be Said to Walk Without Spot; Damnable and Venial Sins.
... He, however, is not unreasonably said to walkblamelessly, not who has already reached
the end of his journey, but who is pressing on towards the end in a...
Historical Introduction.
... from the orthodox Faith, or the Nicene Creed; wherefore I beseech your Holiness
to set forth openly whether I have written this correctly,blamelessly, and in...
Conclusion.
... For he has actedblamelessly among us, and I believe also among you. Moreover,
ye will hold his sister in esteem when she comes to you....
Sowing and Reaping.
... Why is this? Because he was "born of woman, made under the law." The law of
Moses was yet in force. He kept it in all pointsblamelessly....
The Fifth Chapter: the Dignity of the Sacrament and of the...
... See to it now that you offer sacrifice to God faithfully and devoutly at
proper times, and that you conduct yourselfblamelessly....
Then He Shall Gather Together all Nations, as the Holy Gospel So...
... Come, ye hierarchs, who did me sacred serviceblamelessly day and night, and made
the oblation of my honourable body and blood daily. [1997]. Footnotes:...
Justin by his Colloquy is Kindled with Love to Christ.
... For if you remain in that mode of philosophy, and liveblamelessly, a hope of a
better destiny were left to you; but when you have forsaken God, and reposed...
Concerning the Pharisees and Scribes Tempting Jesus (By Asking)...
... But they did not perceive in what way He answeredblamelessly and wisely, in the
first place, rejecting the opinion that a wife was to be put away for every...
Thesaurus
Blamelessly (12 Occurrences)...Blamelessly (12 Occurrences). Luke 1:6 They were both righteous before God, walking
blamelessly in all the commandments and ordinances of the Lord.
...Walks (51 Occurrences)
... scornful. (See RSV). Psalms 15:2 He who walksblamelessly does what is right,
and speaks truth in his heart; (WEB NAS RSV). Psalms...
Blameless (81 Occurrences)
... YLT). Luke 1:6 They were both righteous before God, walkingblamelessly
in all the commandments and ordinances of the Lord. (Root...
Righteously (22 Occurrences)
... (WEB ASV DBY). 1 Thessalonians 2:10 You are witnesses with God, how holy, righteously,
andblamelessly we behaved ourselves toward you who believe....
Integrity (46 Occurrences)
... (WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). Psalms 15:2 He who walksblamelessly
does what is right, and speaks truth in his heart; (See NAS)....
Righteous (407 Occurrences)
... (WEB ASV YLT NAS RSV NIV). Luke 1:6 They were both righteous before God, walking
blamelessly in all the commandments and ordinances of the Lord....
Upright (392 Occurrences)
... (WEY BBE). Luke 1:6 They were both of them upright before God,blamelessly obeying
all the Lord's precepts and ordinances. (WEY BBE NIV)....
Obeying (24 Occurrences)
... Obeying (24 Occurrences). Luke 1:6 They were both of them upright before God,
blamelessly obeying all the Lord's precepts and ordinances. (WEY)....
Ordinances (119 Occurrences)
... Ordinances (119 Occurrences). Luke 1:6 They were both righteous before God, walking
blamelessly in all the commandments and ordinances of the Lord....
Observing (28 Occurrences)
... (See NAS). Luke 1:6 They were both righteous before God, walkingblamelessly
in all the commandments and ordinances of the Lord. (See NIV)....
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