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In the context of the Bible, the term "exposed" often refers to the revealing or uncovering of something hidden, whether it be sin, truth, or vulnerability. This concept is woven throughout Scripture, illustrating both the consequences of sin and the redemptive power of God's truth.
Sin and ExposureThe Bible frequently addresses the exposure of sin as a necessary step toward repentance and redemption. In the Old Testament, the account of David and Bathsheba serves as a poignant example. After David's sin with Bathsheba, the prophet Nathan confronts him, exposing his wrongdoing. Nathan declares, "You are the man!" (
2 Samuel 12:7), bringing David's hidden sin into the light. This exposure leads David to repentance, as he acknowledges his sin before God (Psalm 51).
Similarly, in the New Testament, Jesus emphasizes the importance of bringing sin into the light. In
John 3:20-21 , He states, "Everyone who does evil hates the Light, and does not come into the Light for fear that his deeds will be exposed. But whoever practices the truth comes into the Light, so that it may be seen clearly that what he has done has been accomplished in God." Here, exposure is linked to the transformative power of living in truth.
Truth and RevelationThe concept of exposure is also tied to the revelation of truth. In the Gospel of Luke, Jesus speaks of the eventual exposure of all hidden things: "There is nothing concealed that will not be disclosed, and nothing hidden that will not be made known" (
Luke 12:2). This assurance underscores the ultimate triumph of truth over deception and the certainty of divine justice.
The Apostle Paul echoes this theme in his letters, urging believers to live transparently and walk in the light. In
Ephesians 5:11-13 , he writes, "Have no fellowship with the fruitless deeds of darkness, but rather expose them. For it is shameful even to mention what the disobedient do in secret. But everything exposed by the light becomes visible, for everything that is illuminated becomes a light itself." Paul encourages the church to actively expose darkness, highlighting the transformative effect of living in the light of Christ.
Vulnerability and Dependence on GodExposure in the Bible also relates to human vulnerability and the need for dependence on God. The account of Adam and Eve in Genesis illustrates this aspect. After disobeying God, they become aware of their nakedness and attempt to cover themselves (
Genesis 3:7). Their exposure signifies a loss of innocence and a newfound vulnerability, driving them to hide from God. Yet, even in their exposed state, God provides for them, clothing them with garments of skin (
Genesis 3:21), symbolizing His care and provision despite their sin.
The Psalms frequently express a similar theme of vulnerability before God. In
Psalm 139:23-24 , David invites God to search and know his heart, exposing any offensive way within him: "Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my concerns. See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting." This openness to divine scrutiny reflects a trust in God's goodness and a desire for purity.
ConclusionThe biblical theme of exposure encompasses the revealing of sin, the triumph of truth, and the acknowledgment of human vulnerability. Through exposure, believers are called to repentance, encouraged to live in the light, and reminded of their dependence on God's grace and provision.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
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imp. & p. p.) of Expose.
Greek
1570. ekthetos -- cast out, ieexposed (to perish)... cast out, ie
exposed (to perish). Part of Speech: Adjective Transliteration: ekthetos
Phonetic Spelling: (ek'-thet-os) Short Definition: cast out,
exposed...1651. elegcho -- to expose, convict, reprove
... verb Definition to expose, convict, reprove NASB Word Usage convict (2), convicted
(2), convicts (1), expose (1),exposed (2), rebuke (1), refute (1...
4286. prothesis -- a setting forth, ie fig. proposal, spec. the...
... From protithemai; a setting forth, ie (figuratively) proposal (intention); specially,
the show-bread (in the Temple) asexposed before God -- purpose, shew...
449. aniptos -- unwashed
... This issue in Judaism was unfortunately rather than Scripture. Accordingly, Jesus
had toexposed it for , that it was. Word Origin from alpha (as a neg....
5578. pseudoprophetes -- a false prophet
... world with their message. But when in fact, they operate and so they must
beexposed for what they are -- and ! Word Origin from...
2341. theriomacheo -- to fight with wild beasts
... ree-om-akh-eh'-o) Short Definition: I fight with wild beasts Definition: I fight
with wild beasts (ie wild beasts in human form); met: I amexposed to fierce...
Strong's Hebrew
5783. ur -- to beexposed or bare... 5782, 5783. ur. 5784 . to be
exposed or bare. Transliteration: ur Phonetic
Spelling: (oor) Short Definition: bare. Word Origin a prim.
...6706. tsachiach -- a shining or glaring surface
... Word Origin from tsachach Definition a shining or glaring surface NASB Word
Usage bare (4),exposed places (1). higher place, top....
2554. chamas -- to treat violently or wrong
... root Definition to treat violently or wrong NASB Word Usage do violence (1), done
violence (2), drop off (1),exposed (1), injures (1), violently treated (1...
6189. arel -- having foreskin (uncircumcised)
... Rom arel; properly,exposed, ie Projecting loose (as to the prepuce); used only
technically, uncircumcised (ie Still having the prepuce uncurtailed...
1540. galah -- to uncover, remove
... 1), depart (1), departed (3), deported (1), disappears (1), discloses (2), disclosing
(1), exile (8), exiled (4), exiles (1), expose (2),exposed (3), go from...
7307. ruach -- breath, wind, spirit
... breath, wind, spirit NASB Word Usage air (2), anger (1), blast (2), breath (31),
breathless* (1), cool (1), courage (1), despondency* (1),exposed (1), grief...
7200. raah -- to see
... 13), considered (1), display (1), displayed (1), distinguish (1), encountered (1),
enjoy (1), enjoy* (3), examined (1), experience (1),exposed (1), face* (2...
2455. chol -- profaneness, commonness
... common, profane place, unholy. From chalal; properly,exposed; hence, profane --
common, profane (place), unholy. see HEBREW chalal. 2454, 2455. chol. 2456 >...
Library
JudasExposed.
... Chapter XIII. JudasExposed. In washing the disciples' feet, Jesus had said, "Ye
are clean, but not all.... Judas understood these words. He was fullyexposed....
Psalm 50:4. LM HypocrisyExposed.
... THE Psalms of David, In Metre. Psalm 50:4. LM Hypocrisyexposed. 1 The
Lord, the Judge, his churches warns, Let hypocrites attend...
The Opposite ExtravaganceExposed that is Christ with a Soul...
... Chapter XI."The Opposite ExtravaganceExposed That is Christ with a Soul
Composed of Flesh"Corporeal, Though Invisible. Christ's...
A Curious Inconsistency in HermogenesExposed Certain Expressions...
... Chapter XXVIII."A Curious Inconsistency in HermogenesExposed Certain Expressions
in The History of Creation Vindicated in The True Sense....
Psalm 50 Part 3 HypocrisyExposed.
... THE PSALMS OF DAVID PSALM 50 PART 3 Hypocrisyexposed. LM Hypocrisyexposed. The
Lord, the Judge, his churches warns,. Let hypocrites attend and fear,....
How the Old ManExposed Our Errors.
... The Conferences of John Cassian. Chapter II. How the old manexposed our
errors. The feebleness of your ideas shows that you have...
Other DiscrepanciesExposed and Refuted Respecting the Evil in...
... Chapter XLIII."Other DiscrepanciesExposed and Refuted Respecting the
Evil in Matter Being Changed to Good. On the subject of...
Psalm 36 Practical AtheismExposed; Or, the Being and Attributes...
... THE PSALMS OF DAVID PSALM 36 Practical atheismexposed; or, The being and
attributes of God asserted. v.1,2,5-7,9. CM. Practical...
The Greek TheogonyExposed.
... Chapter II."The Greek theogonyexposed. But since, next to Homer, Hesiod wrote
his Works and Days, who will believe his drivelling theogony?...
Other Absurd Theories Respecting Matter and Its IncidentsExposed...
... Chapter XXXVI."Other Absurd Theories Respecting Matter and Its IncidentsExposed
in an Ironical Strain. Motion in Matter. Hermogenes' Conceits Respecting It....
Thesaurus
Exposed (39 Occurrences)...Exposed (39 Occurrences). John 3:20 For everyone who does evil hates the light,
and doesn't come to the light, lest his works would be
exposed.
...Bare (250 Occurrences)
... 2. (a.) With head uncovered; bareheaded. 3. (a.) Without anything to cover up
or conceal one's thoughts or actions; open to view;exposed....
Expose (12 Occurrences)
... her with thirst. (See NAS). Habakkuk 2:16 You are filled with shame, and
not glory. You will also drink, and beexposed! The cup of...
Open (586 Occurrences)
... public; unrestricted in use; as, an open library, museum, court, or other assembly;
liable to the approach, trespass, or attack of any one; unprotected;exposed...
Gazing-stock (2 Occurrences)
... "In the morning men areexposed to lions and bears; at mid-day to their spectators;
those that kill areexposed to one another; the victor is detained for...
Gazingstock (2 Occurrences)
... "In the morning men areexposed to lions and bears; at mid-day to their spectators;
those that kill areexposed to one another; the victor is detained for...
Wilt (324 Occurrences)
... 2. (vi) To begin to wither; to lose freshness and become flaccid, as a plant when
exposed whenexposed to drought, or to great heat in a dry day, or when...
Rabbah (14 Occurrences)
... After David's defeat of the Arameans at Helam a year later, the Ammonites wereexposed
alone to the full-force of Israel, the ark of the covenant being carried...
Market-place (7 Occurrences)
... of public resort, and hence a public place or broad street (Matthew 11:16; 20:3),
as well as a forum or Market-place proper, where goods wereexposed for sale...
Blot (23 Occurrences)
... 12. (n.) A single man left on a point,exposed to be taken up. 13. (n.) A weak point;
a failing; anexposed point or mark. Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia....
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