Topical Encyclopedia
The term "extreme" is not directly found in the Bible; however, the concept of extremity, whether in behavior, circumstances, or divine actions, is present throughout the Scriptures. The Bible often addresses the idea of going to great lengths, whether in devotion, sin, or divine intervention.
Extreme Devotion and FaithThe Bible frequently highlights individuals who demonstrate extreme devotion and faith. Abraham's willingness to sacrifice his son Isaac at God's command is a profound example of extreme faith and obedience (
Genesis 22:1-19). This act is later commended in the New Testament as an example of faith in action (
Hebrews 11:17-19).
Similarly, the Apostle Paul exemplifies extreme dedication to the Gospel. Despite facing numerous hardships, including imprisonment, beatings, and shipwrecks, Paul remains steadfast in his mission to spread the message of Christ (
2 Corinthians 11:23-28). His life is a testament to the lengths one might go to for the sake of the Gospel.
Extreme Sin and RebellionThe Bible also records instances of extreme sin and rebellion against God. The cities of Sodom and Gomorrah are infamous for their extreme wickedness, leading to their ultimate destruction by divine judgment (
Genesis 19:24-25). This event serves as a warning against the consequences of living in persistent sin.
In the New Testament, the Pharisees are often criticized for their extreme legalism and hypocrisy. Jesus rebukes them for their strict adherence to the letter of the law while neglecting the more important matters of justice, mercy, and faithfulness (
Matthew 23:23-28).
Extreme Divine ActionsGod's actions in the Bible can also be described as extreme, particularly in His judgments and acts of deliverance. The plagues of Egypt, culminating in the Passover and the Exodus, demonstrate God's extreme measures to free His people from bondage (Exodus 7-12). These events highlight both God's power and His commitment to His covenant with Israel.
The crucifixion of Jesus Christ is the ultimate act of extreme love and sacrifice. In offering His Son for the redemption of humanity, God demonstrates the depth of His love and the lengths He will go to restore a broken relationship with His creation (
John 3:16,
Romans 5:8).
Extreme TransformationThe Bible also speaks to the extreme transformation that occurs in the lives of believers. The Apostle Paul, once a persecutor of Christians, becomes one of the most influential apostles after his encounter with Christ on the road to Damascus (
Acts 9:1-19). This radical change underscores the transformative power of the Gospel.
In summary, while the term "extreme" may not be explicitly used in the Bible, the concept is woven throughout its narratives, illustrating the profound depths of human behavior and divine intervention.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
1. (
a.) At the utmost point, edge, or border; outermost; utmost; farthest; most remote; at the widest limit.
2. (a.) Last; final; conclusive; -- said of time; as, the extreme hour of life.
3. (n.) The best of worst; most urgent; greatest; highest; immoderate; excessive; most violent; as, an extreme case; extreme folly.
4. (a.) Radical; ultra; as, extreme opinions.
5. (a.) Extended or contracted as much as possible; -- said of intervals; as, an extreme sharp second; an extreme flat forth.
6. (n.) The utmost point or verge; that part which terminates a body; extremity.
7. (n.) Utmost limit or degree that is supposable or tolerable; hence, furthest degree; any undue departure from the mean; -- often in the plural: things at an extreme distance from each other, the most widely different states, etc.; as, extremes of heat and cold, of virtue and vice; extremes meet.
8. (n.) An extreme state or condition; hence, calamity, danger, distress, etc.
9. (n.) Either of the extreme terms of a syllogism, the middle term being interposed between them.
10. (n.) The first or the last term of a proportion or series.
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia
EXTREME; EXTREMITYeks-trem', eks-trem'-i-ti We have the adjective "extreme" in APC 2Esdras 5:14, "extreme fear," the Revised Version (British and American) "trembling"; in APC Wisdom 12:27, "extreme (terma) damnation," the Revised Version (British and American) "the last end of condemnation"; in APC 2Macc 7:42, "extreme (huperballousas) tortures," the Revised Version (British and American) "exceeding barbarities"; in Ecclesiasticus 42:8 it is used as an adverb, "the extreme aged" (eschatogeros), the Revised Version (British and American) "of extreme old age." Extremity: pash; Septuagint paraptoma, occurs only inJob 35:15 the King James Version, the Revised Version (British and American) "arrogance," and akme in APC 2Macc 1:7.
Greek
204. akrogoniaios -- at theextreme angle or corner... at the
extreme angle or corner. Part of Speech: Adjective Transliteration: akrogoniaios
Phonetic Spelling: (ak-rog-o-nee-ah'-yos) Short Definition: in the corner
...2078. eschatos -- last,extreme
... last,extreme. Part of Speech: Adjective Transliteration: eschatos Phonetic Spelling:
(es'-khat-os) Short Definition: last, at the last, finally Definition: last...
206. akron -- highest,extreme
... highest,extreme. Part of Speech: Noun, Neuter Transliteration: akron Phonetic Spelling:
(ak'-ron) Short Definition: the end, extremity Definition: the end...
454. anoia -- folly, foolishness
... 3563 ,"mind") -- properly, "no-mind" referring to behavior ( actions); "lack of
sense" (, 2, 83) which easily degenerates into "a state ofextreme anger that...
203. akrobustia -- the prepuce, foreskin, hence uncircumcision
... through (). [203 literally means "what covers theextreme end," referring to
the part of the male foreskin removed by circumcision. The...
1692. emeo -- to vomit
... 1692 -- properly, vomit (); (figuratively) repulsed, showing utter rejection (desiring
total separation); "to reject withextreme disgust" (, 6, 321)....
5604. odin -- a birth pang
... suggests (similar to birth pain) -- hence, "to suffer greatly, great pain" (, 1,
24.87) like "a birth-pang, travail-pain; figuratively,extreme suffering" ().]....
4434. ptochos -- (of one who crouches and cowers, hence) beggarly...
... wealth) -- ie . 4434 () relates to "the pauper rather than the mere peasant,
theextreme opposite of the rich" (, 1, 371). Word Origin...
5111. tolmao -- to have courage, to be bold
... From tolma (boldness; probably itself from the base of telos through the idea of
extreme conduct); to venture (objectively or in act; while tharrheo is rather...
335. anaideia -- shamelessness
... embarrassment") is the shamelessness a has who is not be halted by human fears --
even when others cry "overdone" (ie accuse them of beingextreme or excessive...
Strong's Hebrew
3411. yerekah -- flank, side,extreme parts, recesses... yerekah. 3412 . flank, side,
extreme parts, recesses. Transliteration: yerekah
Phonetic Spelling: (yer-ay-kaw') Short Definition: rear. Word Origin fem.
...7097a. qatseh -- end, extremity
... Word Origin from qatsah Definition end, extremity NASB Word Usage among (2), border
(2), edge (12), end (46), ends (5),extreme (1),extreme end (2), extremity...
3286. yaeph -- to be weary, faint
... Word Origin a prim. root Definition to be weary, faint NASB Word Usage become exhausted
(2), become weary (3), becomes weary (1),extreme (1), grow weary (2)....
2746. charchur -- violent heat, fever
... Word Origin from charar Definition violent heat, fever NASB Word Usage fiery heat
(1). fever. From charar; fever (as hot); -extreme burning. see HEBREW charar....
Library
On the Sacrament ofExtreme Unction.
... CONCERNING CHRISTIAN LIBERTY ON THE SACRAMENT OFEXTREME UNCTION.... Nowhere, however,
in the gospel do we read of this sacrament ofextreme unction....
WhetherExtreme Unction is a Sacrament?
...EXTREME UNCTION (QQ -33) WhetherExtreme Unction is a sacrament? Objection
1: It would seem thatExtreme Unction is not a sacrament....
Extreme Unction (Qq -33)
...EXTREME UNCTION (QQ -33). OFEXTREME UNCTION, AS REGARDS ITS ESSENCE AND INSTITUTION
(NINE ARTICLES)... (1) WhetherExtreme Unction is a sacrament?...
WhetherExtreme Unction Avails for the Remission of Sins?
... OF THE EFFECT OF THIS SACRAMENT (THREE ARTICLES) WhetherExtreme Unction avails
for the remission of sins?... Therefore sins are not remitted byExtreme Unction....
WhetherExtreme Unction is one Sacrament?
...EXTREME UNCTION (QQ -33) WhetherExtreme Unction is one sacrament? Objection
1: It would seem thatExtreme Unction is not one sacrament....
OnExtreme Unction and Holy Orders
... Lesson 25 ONEXTREME UNCTION AND HOLY ORDERS. "Unction" means the anointing
or rubbing with oil or ointment. "Extreme" means last....
Of those who Abused hisExtreme Benevolence for Avarice and...
... Book IV. Chapter LIV."Of those who abused HisExtreme Benevolence for Avarice
and Hypocrisy. In like manner his mental [3353] qualities...
Accommodation of the TwoExtreme Theories.
... CHAPTER VI. THE MIRACLES OF CHRIST CONSIDERED IN REGARD TO SUPERNATURAL AGENCY.
Section 103. Accommodation of the twoextreme Theories....
Fifth Sunday in Lent. Out of the Depths have I Called unto Thee, O...
... Out of the depths have I called unto Thee, O Lord; Lord, hear my voice. If Thou,
Lord, wilt beextreme to mark what is done amiss, O Lord, who may abide it?"....
An Investigation of the Origin of a Sudden Change of Feeling from...
... Second Conference of Abbot Moses. Chapter II. An investigation of the origin of
a sudden change of feeling from inexpressible joy toextreme dejection of mind....
Thesaurus
Extreme (11 Occurrences)... 2. (a.) Last; final; conclusive; -- said of time; as, the
extreme hour of
life. 3
... folly. 4. (a.) Radical; ultra; as,
extreme opinions.
...Extremity (46 Occurrences)
... 4. (n.) The highest degree of inconvenience, pain, or suffering; greatest need
or peril;extreme need; necessity. Int....EXTREME; EXTREMITY....
Scorn (65 Occurrences)
... 1. (n.)Extreme and lofty contempt; haughty disregard; that disdain which springs
from the opinion of the utter meanness and unworthiness of an object....
Anguish (75 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (n.)Extreme pain, either of body or mind; excruciating
distress. 2. (vt) To distress withextreme pain or grief. Int....
Extremely (15 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (adv.) In anextreme manner or state; in the utmost degree;
to the utmost point; exceedingly; as, extremely hot or cold....
Fury (152 Occurrences)
... 5:13; Dan. 9:16; Zechariah 8:2). Noah Webster's Dictionary. 1. (n.) A thief. 2.
(n.) Violent orextreme excitement; overmastering agitation or enthusiasm....
Torment (19 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary. 1. (n.) An engine for casting stones. 2. (n.)Extreme
pain; anguish; torture; the utmost degree of misery, either of body or mind....
Terror (137 Occurrences)
... 1. (n.)Extreme fear; fear that agitates body and mind; violent dread; fright.
2. (n.) That which excites dread; a cause ofextreme fear. Int....
Desperate (8 Occurrences)
... 4. (a.)Extreme, in a bad sense; outrageous; -- used to mark theextreme
predominance of a bad quality. 5. (n.) One desperate or hopeless....
Devilish (1 Occurrence)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (a.) Resembling, characteristic of, or pertaining to,
the devil; diabolical; wicked in theextreme. 2. (a.)Extreme; excessive....
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