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In the context of the Bible, the concept of being "corrected" is closely associated with the ideas of discipline, instruction, and repentance. Correction is seen as a necessary and beneficial process for spiritual growth and alignment with God's will. The Bible presents correction as an expression of God's love and a means to guide believers toward righteousness.
Divine CorrectionThe Bible frequently emphasizes that God corrects those He loves. In the book of Hebrews, it is written, "For the Lord disciplines the one He loves, and He chastises every son He receives" (
Hebrews 12:6). This passage highlights the notion that divine correction is an indication of God's paternal care and concern for His children. It is not punitive but rather restorative, aiming to bring believers back into a right relationship with Him.
Correction through ScriptureScripture itself is a primary tool for correction. The Apostle Paul, in his second letter to Timothy, underscores the role of Scripture in teaching and correcting: "All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for instruction, for conviction, for correction, and for training in righteousness" (
2 Timothy 3:16). This verse affirms that the Word of God serves as a guide for believers, providing the necessary framework for understanding and living out God's commandments.
Human Agents of CorrectionIn addition to divine correction, the Bible also speaks of correction through human agents. Believers are encouraged to correct one another in love and humility. In Galatians, Paul advises, "Brothers, if someone is caught in a trespass, you who are spiritual should restore him with a spirit of gentleness" (
Galatians 6:1). This instruction emphasizes the importance of community and accountability within the body of Christ, where correction is carried out with the aim of restoration rather than condemnation.
Wisdom and CorrectionThe book of Proverbs frequently associates wisdom with the acceptance of correction.
Proverbs 12:1 states, "Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge, but he who hates correction is stupid" . This proverb suggests that a willingness to accept correction is a mark of wisdom and maturity, while rejecting it leads to folly. The wise person understands that correction is a pathway to greater understanding and spiritual growth.
Repentance and CorrectionCorrection is often linked with the concept of repentance. When corrected, believers are called to turn away from their wrongdoings and realign themselves with God's will. In Revelation, Jesus addresses the church in Laodicea, saying, "Those I love, I rebuke and discipline. Therefore be earnest and repent" (
Revelation 3:19). This call to repentance underscores the transformative purpose of correction, urging believers to change their ways and return to a faithful walk with God.
ConclusionThe biblical perspective on correction is multifaceted, encompassing divine discipline, scriptural guidance, communal accountability, and personal repentance. Correction is portrayed as an essential aspect of the Christian life, intended to foster spiritual growth and deeper communion with God. Through correction, believers are refined and equipped to live in accordance with God's righteous standards.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
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imp. & p. p.) of Correct.
Greek
3810. paideutes -- a teacher, one who disciplines... instructor. From paideuo; a trainer, ie Teacher or (by implication) discipliner --
which
corrected, instructor. see GREEK paideuo. (paideutas) -- 1 Occurrence.
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Of Presbyters who areCorrected by their Own Bishops. ...
... The Sixth Ecumenical Council. Canon X. Of presbyters who arecorrected by their
own bishops.? Of presbyters who arecorrected by their own bishops....
Despondency Self-Corrected. --Ps. Lxxvii.
... ORIGINAL HYMNS HYMN CLXXXV. Despondency Self-Corrected."Ps. lxxvii.... James Montgomery.
Despondency Self-Corrected."Psalm 77.p>. In time of tribulation,....
That they are Frequently to beCorrected who do Wrong in Domestic...
... Third Book. 105. That they are frequently to becorrected who do wrong in
domestic duty. In Solomon: "He who spareth the rod, hateth...
That Nothing of those Things Enacted in the Synod of Hippo is to...
... The Sixth Ecumenical Council. Canon XXXIV. (Greek xxxvii.) That nothing of those
things enacted in the Synod of Hippo is to becorrected....
O what Amazement Befel the Evil One, of a Sudden, My Brethren...
... Hymn LX. O what amazement befel the Evil One, of a sudden, my brethren:
when the sinful woman wascorrected, and gained Wisdom!...
Therefore, Brethren, Let it Suffice us that they Should be...
... Book I. Chapter 14. " 15. Therefore, brethren, let it suffice us that
they should be admonished andcorrected? "15. Therefore...
Noxious Animals Worshipped by the Egyptians; Man by Arts an Evil...
... Chapter XIV."Noxious Animals Worshipped by the Egyptians; Man by Arts an Evil-Doer;
Lust and InjusticeCorrected by Laws and Discipline; Contingent and...
Articles in which are Reviewed the Abuses which have Been...
... ARTICLES IN WHICH ARE REVIEWED THE ABUSES WHICH HAVE BEENCORRECTED. Inasmuch,
then, as our churches dissent in no article of the...
That the Overthrow of Rome Has notCorrected the vices of the...
... The City of God.Book I. Chapter 33."That the Overthrow of Rome Has Not
Corrected the Vices of the Romans. Oh infatuated men, what...
I Repeat that There are no Writings of Mine in which There is any...
... 28. I repeat that there are no writings of mine in which there is any error
to becorrected. There are many of yours which, as I...
Thesaurus
Corrected (7 Occurrences)... Noah Webster's Dictionary (imp. & pp) of Correct. Multi-Version Concordance
Corrected (7 Occurrences). Acts 24:2 And when he was
...Correct (14 Occurrences)
... propriety in morals; to reprove or punish for faults or deviations from moral rectitude;
to chastise; to discipline; as, a child should becorrected for lying....
Filth (21 Occurrences)
... nor foolish talking"; Alford has "obscenity," Weymouth, "shameful"); akathartes,
"uncleanness" (Revelation 17:4 the King James Version),corrected text, ta...
Filthiness (16 Occurrences)
... nor foolish talking"; Alford has "obscenity," Weymouth, "shameful"); akathartes,
"uncleanness" (Revelation 17:4 the King James Version),corrected text, ta...
Filthy (22 Occurrences)
... nor foolish talking"; Alford has "obscenity," Weymouth, "shameful"); akathartes,
"uncleanness" (Revelation 17:4 the King James Version),corrected text, ta...
Simplicity (12 Occurrences)
... margin "Greek: `singleness' "; 2 Corinthians 1:12, "in simplicit and godly sincerity,"
the Revised Version (British and American) (withcorrected text) "in...
Text (5 Occurrences)
... Revelation are lacking. It is without accents, breathings or punctuation,
thoughcorrected and retraced by later hands. In the Gospels...
Manuscripts
... Revelation are lacking. It is without accents, breathings or punctuation,
thoughcorrected and retraced by later hands. In the Gospels...
Vulgate
... Attempts to produce acorrected text by aid of the original were made by Erasmus
in 1516, Pagninus in 1518;, Cardinal Cajetan, Steuchius in 1529, Clarius in...
Quotations
... Sometimes the LXX. is literally quoted (in about ninety instances), and sometimes
it iscorrected or altered in the quotations (in over eighty instances)....
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