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In biblical terms, the concept of something being "revoked" often pertains to the annulment or withdrawal of a promise, covenant, or decree. This idea is significant in understanding the nature of God's interactions with humanity, as well as the consequences of human actions in relation to divine law.
Divine Promises and CovenantsThe Bible frequently discusses covenants between God and His people, which are often conditional upon obedience and faithfulness. While God's promises are steadfast, Scripture also illustrates instances where blessings or covenants are revoked due to disobedience or rebellion. For example, in the Old Testament, God made a covenant with the Israelites, promising them prosperity and protection if they adhered to His commandments. However, when they turned to idolatry and disobedience, the blessings were revoked, leading to exile and suffering.
1 Samuel 15:23 : "For rebellion is like the sin of divination, and arrogance is like the wickedness of idolatry. Because you have rejected the word of the LORD, He has rejected you as king." This verse highlights the revocation of Saul's kingship due to his disobedience, illustrating the principle that divine favor can be withdrawn when God's commands are not followed.
Human Vows and OathsThe Bible also addresses the revocation of human vows and oaths. In
Numbers 30, specific guidelines are provided for the annulment of vows, particularly those made by women, which could be revoked by their fathers or husbands under certain conditions. This reflects the seriousness with which vows were regarded and the circumstances under which they could be nullified.
Numbers 30:5 : "But if her father overrules her on the day he hears about it, none of her vows or pledges by which she has bound herself shall stand. The LORD will release her because her father has overruled her." This passage underscores the authority given to certain individuals to revoke vows, emphasizing the importance of accountability and oversight in commitments made before God.
Repentance and RestorationWhile the Bible contains instances of revocation, it also emphasizes the possibility of restoration through repentance. God's willingness to forgive and restore is a recurring theme, offering hope that what has been revoked due to sin can be reinstated through genuine repentance and a return to righteousness.
Jeremiah 18:7-8 : "At any time I might announce that a nation or kingdom will be uprooted, torn down, and destroyed. But if that nation I warned turns from its evil, then I will relent of the disaster I had planned to bring." This passage illustrates God's readiness to revoke a decree of judgment if there is a sincere turning away from sin, highlighting His mercy and desire for reconciliation.
Theological ImplicationsThe concept of revocation in the Bible serves as a reminder of the conditional nature of many of God's promises, contingent upon human response. It underscores the seriousness of sin and disobedience, while also pointing to the hope of redemption and restoration through repentance. The balance between justice and mercy is a central theme, reflecting the character of God as both righteous and compassionate.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
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imp. & p. p.) of Revoke.
Strong's Hebrew
5709. ada -- to pass on or away... Word Origin (Aramaic) corresponding to adah Definition to pass on or away NASB Word
Usage been removed (1), pass away (1), removes (1),
revoked (2), taken away
...7725. shub -- to turn back, return
... return and take back (1), return* (1), returned (151), returned* (1), returning
(2), returns (9), reverse (1), revived (1), revoke (10),revoked (1), sent back...
Library
Letter Xl. St. Ambrose Begs Theodosius to Listen to Him, as He...
... cite the Bishop to the performance of this task, for I have asked this of your Clemency,
and although I have not yet read that this edict isrevoked, let us...
Papal Infallibility Explained, and Tested by Tradition and...
... (pp.554 and 555). An elaborate defense of Gallicanism; sincerevoked by the author,
and withdrawn from sale. Peter Richard Kenrick (Archbishop of St....
The Life of Mr. James Mitchel.
... It is indeed true that Mr. Mitchel made a confession, upon the promise of his life;
but the managers, havingrevoked their promise, because he would not adhere...
Rejection of Errors
... that we by faith, in as much as it accepts the merits of Christ, are justified before
God and saved, but in the fact that God, havingrevoked the demand of...
Five Books in Reply to Marcion.
... Now triumphed over, to unequal [1350] arms! When all his enterprises now
revoked. 75 He [1351] sees; the flesh, once into ruin sunk,....
The Perseverance of the Saints
... to God, it is utterly impossible, since His counsel cannot be changed nor His promise
fail; neither can the call according to His purpose berevoked, nor the...
Kingo's Psalmbook
... The opposition grew so strong that the king, though he had already approved the
proposed hymnal, a few weeks laterrevoked not only his approval but Kingo's...
Its Results
... sentence. It is utterly and absolutely impossible that the sentence of
the Divine Judge should ever berevoked or reversed. His...
The Neighbor Colonies to virginia-Maryland and the Carolinas.
... He was in both the New England Company and the Virginia Company, and after the charter
of the latter wasrevoked he was one of the Provisional Council for the...
Of the Verdict of the Apostles, Assembled in Council, Upon the...
... But the compensation is not revocable; if, that is, it will berevoked by
iteration"(iteration) of adultery, of course, and blood and idolatry: for it will...
Thesaurus
Revoked (5 Occurrences)...Revoked (5 Occurrences).
... The king answered and said, The thing is true, according
to the law of the Medes and Persians, which may not be
revoked. (DBY NAS RSV).
...Revoke (10 Occurrences)
Irrevocable (1 Occurrence)
... (a.) Incapable of being recalled orrevoked; unchangeable; irreversible; unalterable;
as, an irrevocable promise or decree; irrevocable fate....
Frustrate (7 Occurrences)
... which is "through the law"), the Revised Version (British and American) "make void";
compare APC 1Macc 11:36, "Nothing hereof shall berevoked," the Revised...
Revoking (1 Occurrence)
Revival (1 Occurrence)
... 8. (n.) Restoration of force, validity, or effect; renewal; as, the revival of
a debt barred by limitation; the revival of arevoked will, etc....
Assure (5 Occurrences)
... that which is sold, even though he were yet alive amongst the living: for the vision
is touching the whole multitude thereof; it shall not berevoked; and none...
Asmoneans
... determination of the Syrians. All previous privileges wererevoked, and the
Maccabean sympathizers were rigorously persecuted. But all this...
Amongst (47 Occurrences)
... that which is sold, even though he were yet alive amongst the living: for the vision
is touching the whole multitude thereof; it shall not berevoked; and none...
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