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The term "express" in the context of the Bible can refer to the act of conveying thoughts, emotions, or messages clearly and effectively. While the specific word "express" may not frequently appear in the biblical text, the concept is integral to understanding how God communicates with humanity and how individuals are encouraged to communicate with one another.
Divine ExpressionGod's expression of His will and character is a central theme in the Bible. The Scriptures themselves are considered the ultimate expression of God's truth and guidance for humanity. In
Hebrews 1:1-2 , it is written, "On many past occasions and in many different ways, God spoke to our fathers through the prophets. But in these last days, He has spoken to us by His Son, whom He appointed heir of all things, and through whom He made the universe." This passage highlights the transition from God’s expression through the prophets to the ultimate expression through His Son, Jesus Christ.
Jesus Christ as the Express ImageJesus Christ is described as the "express image" of God, embodying the fullness of God's nature and character.
Colossians 1:15 states, "The Son is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation." This expression of God in human form allows believers to understand God's nature more fully. Jesus' life, teachings, and sacrificial death are the clearest expressions of God's love and redemption plan for humanity.
Human Expression in Worship and PrayerThe Bible encourages believers to express their faith and devotion through worship and prayer.
Psalm 100:1-2 exhorts, "Make a joyful noise to the LORD, all the earth. Serve the LORD with gladness; come into His presence with joyful songs." Worship is an expression of reverence and adoration towards God, while prayer is a means of expressing one's needs, gratitude, and repentance.
Expression of Love and TruthBelievers are called to express love and truth in their interactions with others.
Ephesians 4:15 instructs, "Instead, speaking the truth in love, we will in all things grow up into Christ Himself, who is the head." This expression of truth in love is foundational for building up the body of Christ and fostering genuine relationships.
Expression through Spiritual GiftsThe New Testament teaches that spiritual gifts are given to believers for the purpose of expressing God's grace and edifying the church.
1 Peter 4:10 states, "As good stewards of the manifold grace of God, each of you should use whatever gift he has received to serve one another." These gifts are diverse expressions of the Holy Spirit's work within the community of believers.
Expression of Faith through ActionsJames 2:17 emphasizes the importance of expressing faith through actions: "So too, faith by itself, if it does not result in action, is dead." Genuine faith is expressed not only in words but also in deeds that reflect the teachings of Christ. This expression of faith through actions serves as a testimony to others and glorifies God.
In summary, the concept of "express" in the Bible encompasses the divine communication of God's will, the embodiment of God's nature in Jesus Christ, and the various ways believers are called to express their faith, love, and truth in their daily lives.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
1. (
a.) Exactly representing; exact.
2. (a.) Directly and distinctly stated; declared in terms; not implied or left to inference; made unambiguous by intention and care; clear; not dubious; as, express consent; an express statement.
3. (a.) Intended for a particular purpose; relating to an express; sent on a particular errand; dispatched with special speed; as, an express messenger or train. Also used adverbially.
4. (n.) A clear image or representation; an expression; a plain declaration.
5. (n.) A messenger sent on a special errand; a courier; hence, a regular and fast conveyance; commonly, a company or system for the prompt and safe transportation of merchandise or parcels; also, a railway train for transporting passengers or goods with speed and punctuality.
6. (n.) An express office.
7. (n.) That which is sent by an express messenger or message.
8. (v.) To press or squeeze out; as, to express the juice of grapes, or of apples; hence, to extort; to elicit.
9. (v.) To make or offer a representation of; to show by a copy or likeness; to represent; to resemble.
10. (v.) To give a true impression of; to represent and make known; to manifest plainly; to show in general; to exhibit, as an opinion or feeling, by a look, gesture, and esp. by language; to declare; to utter; to tell.
11. (v.) To make known the opinions or feelings of; to declare what is in the mind of; to show (one's self); to cause to appear; -- used reflexively.
12. (v.) To denote; to designate.
13. (v.) To send by express messenger; to forward by special opportunity, or through the medium of an express; as, to express a package.
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia
EXPRESSeks-pres':
In the King James Version ofHebrews 1:3 "express" has the meaning "exactly resembling the original," as the impress of a seal resembles the figure engraved upon the seal. Thus "express image" in the verse referred to is a good translation (Greek charakter, literally, "engraving" and hence, "impression"); the Revised Version (British and American) "the very image."
Greek
3785. ophelon -- would that (used toexpress an unattainable wish)... would that (used to
express an unattainable wish). Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration:
ophelon Phonetic Spelling: (of'-el-on) Short Definition: O that!
...1063. gar -- for, indeed (a conjunc. used toexpress cause...
... used toexpress cause, explanation, inference or continuation). Part of Speech:
Conjunction Transliteration: gar Phonetic Spelling: (gar) Short Definition: for...
1690. embrimaomai -- to be moved with anger, to admonish sternly
... sternly. Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: embrimaomai Phonetic Spelling:
(em-brim-ah'-om-ahee) Short Definition: I snort,express indignant displeasure...
3629. oiktirmon -- merciful
... Cognate: 3629 (an adjective, derived from 3627 , "express visceral-compassions") --
compassionate, experiencing deep pity (lamentation) as for people who look...
1269. dianeuo -- to wink at, nod to, beckon to
... to make a sign, beckon. From dia and neuo; to nod (orexpress by signs) across
an intervening space -- beckon. see GREEK dia. see GREEK neuo....
3793. ochlos -- a crowd, multitude, the common people
... frequently than the (""). The singular and plural be distinguished in
translation because they eachexpress distinct nuances. [Of the...
5481. charakter -- a tool for engraving
... the tool or the person), ie (by implication) engraving (("character"), the figure
stamped, ie An exact copy or (figuratively) representation) --express image....
210. akon -- unwilling
... Transliteration: akon Phonetic Spelling: (ak'-ohn) Short Definition: unwilling
Definition: unwilling, generally used where English wouldexpress by an adverb...
2372. thumos -- passion
... This anger is directed sin with intense and . [ the Lord exercises , so we
must depend solely on Him as we experience (express) anger.]....
3599. odous -- a tooth
... a) of the particular level of compensation or recompense needed in a situation
(Mt 5:38); and, b) for how the unredeemed in Gehennaexpress their indescribable...
Strong's Hebrew
5344. naqab -- to pierce... to pierce. Transliteration: naqab Phonetic Spelling: (naw-kab') Short Definition:
appoint. appoint, blaspheme, bore, curse,
express, with holes, name, pierce,
...6605a. pathach -- to open
... root Definition to open NASB Word Usage allow (1), break forth (1), deprive (1),
drawn (2),express (1), free (1), freeing (1), freely open (2), loose (3...
Library
I mustExpress My Satisfaction, and Congratulations...
... A Treatise Chapter 1. " 1. I mustexpress my satisfaction, and congratulations?
"1. I mustexpress my satisfaction, and congratulations...
Whether Scripture Uses Suitable Words toExpress the Work of the...
... ON ALL THE SEVEN DAYS IN COMMON (THREE ARTICLES) Whether Scripture uses suitable
words toexpress the work of the six days? Objection...
What Words Indeed could PossiblyExpress the Greatness of that...
... II."Ascetic and Moral. Chapter X. What words indeed could possiblyexpress
the greatness of that loss in falling away from?...
I mustExpress My Surprise that Celsus Should Class the Odrysians....
... Chapter XVI. I mustexpress my surprise that Celsus should class the
Odrysians? I mustexpress my surprise that Celsus should...
In Making Bodies Love could notExpress
... THE THIRD CENTURY 19 In making bodies Love could notexpress. In making bodies
Love could notexpress Itself, or art, unless it made them less....
And Then that Further Device of Theirs, if Words CanExpress It...
... Section 40. And then that further device of theirs, if words canexpress
it? 40. And then that further device of theirs, (if words...
The Christian Urged To, and Assisted In, anExpress Act of Self...
... CHAPTER XVII. THE CHRISTIAN URGED TO, AND ASSISTED IN, ANEXPRESS ACT OF
SELF-DEDICATION TO THE SERVICE OF GOD.... Do it inexpress words....
If, However, it be Necessary toExpress Ourselves with Precision...
... Chapter LX. If, however, it be necessary toexpress ourselves with precision
in our answer to Celsus? If, however, it be necessary...
In the Next Place, when Celsus Says inExpress Words...
... Chapter XII. In the next place, when Celsus says inexpress words? In the
next place, when Celsus says inexpress words, "If they...
"Ye Shall Know them by their Fruits. " 1 So Let Our Lips and Lives...
... 339. " "Ye shall know them by their Fruits." 1 So let our lips and livesexpress
The holy gospel we profess: So let our works and virtues shine. 339....
Thesaurus
Express (13 Occurrences)... and distinctly stated; declared in terms; not implied or left to inference; made
unambiguous by intention and care; clear; not dubious; as,
express consent; an
...Praise (487 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (v.) To commend; to applaud; toexpress
approbation of; to laud; -- applied to a person or his acts....
Hiss (13 Occurrences)
... Easton's Bible Dictionary Toexpress contempt (Job 27:23).... 3. (vt) To condemn or
express contempt for by hissing. 4. (vt) To utter with a hissing sound....
Greatness (63 Occurrences)
... (1) In the Old Testament many other terms are employed: (a) gadhol is used toexpress
greatness in... 'El and 'Elohim are sometimes used toexpress greatness....
Write (865 Occurrences)
... 2. (vt) To set down for reading; toexpress in legible or intelligible characters;
to inscribe; as, to write a deed; to write a bill of divorcement; hence...
Bewail (9 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (vt) Toexpress deep sorrow for, as by wailing; to
lament; to wail over. 2. (vi) Toexpress grief; to lament. Int....
Smile (4 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (vi) Toexpress amusement, pleasure, moderate joy,
or love and kindness, by the features of the face; to laugh silently....
Speak (855 Occurrences)
... 1. (vi) To utter words or articulate sounds, as human beings; toexpress thoughts
by words; as, the organs may be so obstructed that a man may not be able to...
Faithfulness (91 Occurrences)
... of God. This can be seen also from the Hebrew words which are used toexpress
this quality of God's nature and activity. These words...
Personality
... as representing Christ"; in Hebrews 1:3, the King James Version hupostasis, "that
which lies under," substratum, is rendered "person," "theexpress image of...
Resources
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