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In the context of the Bible, "pronouncing" often refers to the act of declaring or speaking forth words with authority and intention. This can encompass blessings, curses, judgments, and proclamations made by God, prophets, or other figures within the biblical narrative. The power of the spoken word is a recurring theme throughout Scripture, emphasizing the significance of what is pronounced.

Divine Pronouncements

God's pronouncements are foundational to the biblical narrative. From the creation account in Genesis, where God speaks the world into existence, to the declarations of His covenant promises, divine pronouncements carry creative and authoritative power. InGenesis 1:3 , "And God said, 'Let there be light,' and there was light," we see the immediate effect of God's spoken word.

Throughout the Old Testament, God pronounces blessings and curses, particularly in the context of His covenant with Israel. InDeuteronomy 28, God outlines the blessings for obedience and the curses for disobedience, demonstrating the conditional nature of His pronouncements based on the people's faithfulness.

Prophetic Pronouncements

Prophets in the Bible often serve as the mouthpieces of God, delivering His pronouncements to the people. These can include messages of warning, judgment, or hope. For instance, the prophet Isaiah pronounces judgment upon the nations and Israel for their sins, while also foretelling the coming of the Messiah and the restoration of God's people. InIsaiah 9:6 , the prophet pronounces, "For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government will be upon His shoulders."

Priestly and Kingly Pronouncements

In the Levitical system, priests were responsible for pronouncing individuals clean or unclean, as seen inLeviticus 13-14 regarding skin diseases. Their pronouncements had significant social and religious implications, affecting a person's ability to participate in community and worship.

Kings also made pronouncements that could alter the course of a nation. King Solomon, known for his wisdom, pronounced judgments that demonstrated his God-given discernment, such as the famous case of the two women claiming the same child (1 Kings 3:16-28).

New Testament Pronouncements

In the New Testament, Jesus Christ's pronouncements carry divine authority. His teachings, miracles, and declarations reveal His identity as the Son of God. InJohn 8:58 , Jesus pronounces, "Truly, truly, I tell you, before Abraham was born, I am!" This statement asserts His pre-existence and divinity, echoing God's self-revelation to Moses inExodus 3:14.

The apostles also made significant pronouncements in the early church. Peter's declaration inActs 2:36 on the day of Pentecost, "Therefore let all Israel know with certainty that God has made this Jesus, whom you crucified, both Lord and Christ," is a pivotal moment in the spread of the Gospel.

The Power of the Tongue

The Bible frequently addresses the power of the tongue and the importance of careful speech.Proverbs 18:21 states, "Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruit."James 3:9-10 warns of the dual nature of the tongue, "With the tongue we bless our Lord and Father, and with it we curse men, who have been made in God’s likeness. Out of the same mouth come blessing and cursing."

In summary, pronouncing in the biblical context is a significant act that can convey divine will, reveal truth, and impact the lives of individuals and nations. The Bible underscores the responsibility that comes with the power of speech, urging believers to use their words wisely and in accordance with God's will.(a.) Pertaining to, or indicating, pronunciation; as, a pronouncing dictionary.1347. dikaiosis -- the act ofpronouncing righteous, acquittal
... the act ofpronouncing righteous, acquittal. Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine
Transliteration: dikaiosis Phonetic Spelling: (dik-ah'-yo-sis) Short Definition...

5598. O -- the last letter of the Gr. alphabet
... of the Greek alphabet. 5598 (long , originally formed bypronouncing two
short o's together, cf. Zodhiates, ) -- the final letter...

2891. taher -- to be clean or pure
... 19), cleansing (1), cleared (1), pronounce him clean (6), pronounce the clean (1),
pronounce clean (2), pronounces him clean (1),pronouncing it clean (1...

Whether this is the Form of this Sacrament: "This is My Body," and...
... Objection 4: Further, the form of the sacrament suffices for its perfection; hence
the sacrament of Baptism can be performed sometimes bypronouncing the words...

Whether this Change is Wrought Instantaneously?
... is not to the point, because although the change in question has no relation of
itself to the movement of the heavens, still it follows thepronouncing of the...

On the Justification of Man Before God
... the quality of righteousness into some person or in acquiring it for him, or in
forming a judgment on a person and his acts, and inpronouncing sentence on them...

Whether it is Lawful for a Judge to Pronounce Judgment against the...
... Objection 2: Further, inpronouncing judgment a man should conform to the Divine
judgment, since "it is the judgment of God" (Dt.1:17)....

Justification.
... justification. Justification is thepronouncing of one just. It may be done
in words, or, practically, by treatment. Justification...

The Same Continued.
... are sound and correct; those, however, which I have said are not my own, I reject
according to the judgment of the holy Church,pronouncing anathema on every...

Whether the Sin of Respect of Persons Takes Place in Judicial...
... Now it is not a sin to respect persons inpronouncing penalties, since a heavier
punishment is inflicted on one who injures the person of a prince than on one...

Of the Supreme Effect of Affective Love, which is the Death of the...
... talking joyously with our Saviour: S. Thomas Aquinas joining his hands, elevating
his eyes towards heaven, raising his voice very high, andpronouncing by way...

Jesus Condemned to be Crucified.
... to accede to their wishes, although firmly convinced in his own mind of the innocence
of Jesus, and perfectly conscious that bypronouncing sentence of death...

Whether the Judicial Precepts were Suitably Framed as to the...
... that they may judge the people with just judgment." It is also directed the manner
ofpronouncing just judgments, according to Dt.1:16,17: "Judge that which is...

Pronouncing (2 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (a.) Pertaining to, or indicating, pronunciation; as,
apronouncing dictionary. Multi-Version ConcordancePronouncing (2 Occurrences)....

Benediction
... BENEDICTION. ben-e-dik'-shun: From the earliest times the records bear testimony
thatpronouncing the benediction or giving the blessing was a common practice....

Corban (2 Occurrences)
... which requires children to honour their father and mother, teaching them to find
excuse from helping their parents by the device ofpronouncing "Corban" over...

Jebusi (2 Occurrences)
... name is non-Sem, and the various spellings of it (compare 1 Chronicles 21:15, "Ornan")
indicate that the Hebrew writers had some difficulty inpronouncing it....

Jebusite (39 Occurrences)
... name is non-Sem, and the various spellings of it (compare 1 Chronicles 21:15, "Ornan")
indicate that the Hebrew writers had some difficulty inpronouncing it....

Tune (15 Occurrences)
... 10. (vi) To utter inarticulate harmony with the voice; to sing withoutpronouncing
words; to hum. Multi-Version Concordance Tune (15 Occurrences)....

Medicine (4 Occurrences)
... backsliding (Jeremiah 30:13), the prophet says they have had no rephu'ah, or "healing
medicines." Later on (Jeremiah 46:11), whenpronouncing the futility of...

Pronunciation (4 Occurrences)

Pronounceth (2 Occurrences)

Pronounce (47 Occurrences)
... Leviticus 5:4 Or if a soul swear,pronouncing with his lips to do evil, or to do
good, whatsoever it be that a man shall pronounce with an oath, and it be hid...

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