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In the context of the Bible, the term "prohibited" refers to actions, behaviors, or practices that are expressly forbidden by God. These prohibitions are found throughout both the Old and New Testaments and serve as guidelines for living a life that is pleasing to God. The prohibitions are often tied to the covenant relationship between God and His people, emphasizing holiness, obedience, and the distinction between the sacred and the profane.
Old Testament Prohibitions1.
Idolatry: One of the most emphasized prohibitions in the Old Testament is the worship of idols. The First Commandment explicitly states, "You shall have no other gods before Me" (
Exodus 20:3). Idolatry is seen as a direct affront to the sovereignty of God and is repeatedly condemned (
Deuteronomy 5:7-9).
2.
Murder: The Sixth Commandment, "You shall not murder" (
Exodus 20:13), underscores the sanctity of human life. This prohibition is foundational to the moral and legal codes of the Israelite community.
3.
Adultery: The Seventh Commandment, "You shall not commit adultery" (
Exodus 20:14), highlights the importance of marital fidelity and the sanctity of the marriage covenant.
4.
Stealing and False Witness: The Eighth and Ninth Commandments prohibit stealing and bearing false witness (
Exodus 20:15-16), promoting honesty and integrity within the community.
5.
Dietary Laws: The Mosaic Law includes various dietary restrictions, such as the prohibition against eating pork (
Leviticus 11:7-8) and shellfish (
Leviticus 11:10-12). These laws served to set Israel apart as a holy nation.
6.
Occult Practices: Engaging in witchcraft, divination, or consulting with spirits is strictly forbidden (
Deuteronomy 18:10-12). Such practices are seen as rebellion against God’s authority.
New Testament Prohibitions1.
Sexual Immorality: The New Testament continues to uphold the prohibition against sexual immorality. Paul writes, "Flee from sexual immorality" (
1 Corinthians 6:18), emphasizing purity and self-control.
2.
Drunkenness: Believers are warned against drunkenness, which is seen as leading to debauchery (
Ephesians 5:18). Instead, Christians are encouraged to be filled with the Spirit.
3.
Greed and Covetousness: Jesus warns against greed, stating, "Watch out! Guard yourselves against every form of greed" (
Luke 12:15). Paul also lists covetousness among behaviors that are not fitting for saints (
Ephesians 5:3).
4.
False Teaching: The New Testament warns against false prophets and teachers who distort the truth of the Gospel (
2 Peter 2:1). Believers are encouraged to test all teachings against Scripture.
5.
Partiality and Favoritism: James admonishes believers not to show favoritism, as it contradicts the law of love (
James 2:1-9).
Purpose of ProhibitionsThe prohibitions in Scripture serve multiple purposes. They are designed to protect individuals and communities from harm, promote justice and righteousness, and maintain the holiness of God’s people. By adhering to these prohibitions, believers demonstrate their commitment to God’s covenant and reflect His character to the world.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
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imp. & p. p.) of Prohibit.
Greek
1210. deo -- to tie, bind... deo Phonetic Spelling: (deh'-o) Short Definition: I bind Definition: I bind, tie,
fasten; I impel, compel; I declare to be
prohibited and unlawful.
...2086. heterozugeo -- to be yoked up differently, ie to be...
... faith (the ). : Scripture uses symbols to teach about the importance of keeping .
Along this line, Scriptureprohibited: Word Origin...
Library
How on the Discovery ofProhibited Books among the Heretics, Many...
... Book III. Chapter LXVI."How on the Discovery ofProhibited Books among
the Heretics, Many of them return to the Catholic Church....
HeProhibited the Christians from the Markets and from the...
... Book V. Chapter XVIII."Heprohibited the Christians from the Markets and
from the Judicial Seats and from Sharing in Greek Education....
David'sProhibited Desire and Permitted Service
... THE FIRST BOOK OF CHRONICLES DAVID'SPROHIBITED DESIRE AND PERMITTED SERVICE.
'Then he called for Solomon his son, and charged him...
The DisciplesProhibited to Reveal Christ's Messianic Dignity....
... Section 181. The Disciplesprohibited to reveal Christ's Messianic Dignity."The
Weakness of Peter rebuked. (Matt., xvi., 20-28; Mark, viii., 30.)....
The Crime of Conspiracy or Banding Together is UtterlyProhibited...
... Canon XVIII. The crime of conspiracy or banding together is utterly
prohibited even by the secular law? The crime of conspiracy...
Wherein are Shewn Some of the Great Benefits, of Of which a...
... Wherein are shewn some of the great benefits, of of which a faithful man is deprived,
by beingprohibited the Communion, when he is sufficiently disposed for it...
Excursus on Usury.
... Natural law, as far as its first principles are concerned, is contained in the
decalogue; but usury isprohibited in the decalogue, inasmuch as theft is...
On Actual Sins
... Hence arises the first distinction of sin into that of commission, when a
prohibited act is perpetrated, as theft, murder, adultery, &c....
The Essenes.
... For instance, the Essenesprohibited oaths, and so did Christ. Here is
a resemblance.... Christprohibited oaths, on the other hand....
Letter ccxvii. To Amphilochius, the Canons.
... may require. LV. Assailants of robbers, if they are outside, areprohibited
from the communion of the good thing. [2832] If they...
Thesaurus
Prohibited (2 Occurrences)... Noah Webster's Dictionary (imp. & pp) of Prohibit. Multi-Version Concordance
Prohibited (2 Occurrences). Numbers 30:5 But if her
...Wrath (503 Occurrences)
... Particularly is the manifestation of an angry spiritprohibited in the training
and bringing up of a family (Ephesians 6:4 Colossians 3:19)....
Prohibit (1 Occurrence)
... 1. (vt) To forbid by authority; to interdict; as, Godprohibited Adam from eating
of the fruit of a certain tree; we prohibit a person from doing a thing, and...
Pardon (31 Occurrences)
... Numbers 30:5 But if her fatherprohibited her in the day that he heard, none of
her vows, or of her bonds wherewith she hath bound her soul, shall stand; and...
Anger (387 Occurrences)
... Particularly is the manifestation of an angry spiritprohibited in the training
and bringing up of a family (Ephesians 6:4 Colossians 3:19)....
Blood (435 Occurrences)
... Easton's Bible Dictionary. (1.) As food,prohibited in Genesis 9:4, where
the use of animal food is first allowed. Comp. Deuteronomy...
Proselyte (2 Occurrences)
... ceremonial law. `The stranger within the gate' was free to eat meat which
wasprohibited to the Israelite (Deuteronomy 14:21). If...
Circumcision (98 Occurrences)
... at Gilgal ("Rolling"), and thus the "reproach of Egypt" was "rolled away." Apparently
circumcision in the case of the Hebrews wasprohibited during the...
Quarantine (3 Occurrences)
... obliged to forbear all intercourse with the shore; hence, such restraint or inhibition
of intercourse; also, the place where infected orprohibited vessels are...
Neighbor (123 Occurrences)
... Conduct which wasprohibited between fellow-Jews was permitted toward a foreigner,
eg the exaction of interest (Deuteronomy 23:19, 20)....
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