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The term "practiseth" is an archaic form of the word "practices," often found in older translations of the Bible. It refers to the habitual performance or execution of certain actions or behaviors. In the context of Scripture, "practiseth" is used to describe both righteous and unrighteous actions, highlighting the importance of consistent behavior in accordance with one's beliefs and values.
Biblical Usage:1.
Righteous Practices: The Bible frequently emphasizes the importance of practicing righteousness as a reflection of one's faith and commitment to God's commandments. In 1
John 3:7 , it is written, "Little children, let no one deceive you: The one who practices righteousness is righteous, just as He is righteous." This verse underscores the idea that true righteousness is demonstrated through consistent, godly actions.
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Unrighteous Practices: Conversely, Scripture warns against the practice of sin and unrighteousness. In 1
John 3:8 , it states, "The one who practices sin is of the devil, because the devil has been sinning from the very start. The reason the Son of God appeared was to destroy the works of the devil." Here, the habitual practice of sin is associated with alignment with evil, contrasting sharply with the call to live a life of holiness.
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The Role of the Law: The practice of God's law is a recurring theme in the Old Testament, where adherence to the law is seen as a demonstration of faithfulness to God. In
Deuteronomy 6:25 , it is written, "And if we are careful to observe every one of these commandments before the LORD our God, as He has commanded us, then that will be our righteousness." This highlights the connection between practicing the law and being deemed righteous in the sight of God.
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Faith and Works: The New Testament further explores the relationship between faith and the practice of good works.
James 2:17 states, "So too, faith by itself, if it does not result in action, is dead." This passage emphasizes that genuine faith is evidenced by the practice of good deeds, reinforcing the idea that belief and action are inseparable in the Christian life.
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Spiritual Disciplines: The practice of spiritual disciplines, such as prayer, fasting, and worship, is encouraged throughout Scripture as a means of growing closer to God and strengthening one's faith. In
Matthew 6:6 , Jesus instructs, "But when you pray, go into your inner room, shut your door, and pray to your Father, who is unseen. And your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you." This teaching highlights the importance of sincere and private devotion as a practice that pleases God.
Theological Implications:The concept of "practiseth" in the Bible underscores the importance of consistency between belief and behavior. It challenges believers to examine their lives and ensure that their actions align with their professed faith. The practice of righteousness is not merely about external compliance but is a reflection of an inner transformation brought about by a relationship with God through Jesus Christ. The habitual practice of godly virtues serves as a testimony to the transformative power of the Gospel and the work of the Holy Spirit in the life of a believer.
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The Folly of Slander. Part 2.
... rule which prescribeth truth in all our words; rendering us unlike and disagreeable
to God, who is the God of truth (who loveth truth, andpractiseth it in all...
These Things, My Brother Aurelius, Most Dear unto Me...
... For there is less sin, if people do not praise the sinner in the desires of
his soul, and speak good of him whopractiseth iniquities....
Final Admonitions.
... For without are the Sodomites, and the sorcerers, and the fornicators, and the
murderers, and the idolaters, and whoever loveth andpractiseth falsehood....
Christian Contentment.
... The wicked one thou chid'st, who walks not righteously, Anotherpractiseth a sweet
hypocrisy That love and praise secures, and him on high upraises, While in...
Of the Decrees of God.
... III. That whatsoever he hath from all eternity purposed, he in timepractiseth it,
and comes to execution and working; so that there is an exact correspondence...
The Conclusion
... 15. Without are dogs, and sorcerers, and whoremongers, and murderers, and idolators,
and whosoever loveth andpractiseth a lie] These are not on the new earth....
2 Cor. Iii. 1
... And I say nothing as yet of hell; but let us, if you will, examine what is present,
and how worthy of derision is he, not thatpractiseth, but that uttereth...
"But if Ye have Bitter Envying and Strife in Your Hearts, Glory...
... than others of them; not he, brethren, but he that shows out of a good conversation,
his works with meekness of wisdom, he that proves andpractiseth as well...
Again on the Calamity of the City of Antioch. ...
... [1649] Of remission of sins in the Holy Eucharist, see Theodorus in Cat. on 1
Corinthians 12:31. "He thatpractiseth the greatest and strongly forbidden sins...
The Barren Fig-Tree;
... There is one hath taken up a profession of that worthy name, the Lord Jesus Christ;
but this profession is but a cloak; he secretlypractiseth wickedness....
Thesaurus
Practiseth (4 Occurrences)...Practiseth (4 Occurrences).
... Psalms 101:7 He that
practiseth deceit shall not dwell
within my house; he that speaketh falsehoods shall not subsist in my sight.
...Practising (7 Occurrences)
Falsehoods (4 Occurrences)
... (WBS). Psalms 101:7 He thatpractiseth deceit shall not dwell within my house; he
that speaketh falsehoods shall not subsist in my sight. (DBY)....
Practisest (1 Occurrence)
Augur (1 Occurrence)
... shall not be found with thee any one that maketh his son or his daughter to pass
through the fire, one that useth divination, one thatpractiseth augury, or an...
Soothsayer (4 Occurrences)
... shall not be found with thee any one that maketh his son or his daughter to pass
through the fire, one that useth divination, one thatpractiseth augury, or an...
Subsist (10 Occurrences)
... (DBY). Psalms 101:7 He thatpractiseth deceit shall not dwell within my house; he
that speaketh falsehoods shall not subsist in my sight. (DBY)....
Unfaithfulness (27 Occurrences)
... Ezekiel 18:24 And when the righteous turneth from his righteousness andpractiseth
what is wrong, and doeth according to all the abominations that the wicked...
Augury (5 Occurrences)
... shall not be found with thee any one that maketh his son or his daughter to pass
through the fire, one that useth divination, one thatpractiseth augury, or an...
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