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In the context of the Bible, "information" is not explicitly mentioned as a standalone concept, but the dissemination and reception of knowledge, wisdom, and divine revelation are central themes throughout the Scriptures. The Bible itself is a primary source of divine information, providing guidance, instruction, and insight into the nature of God, humanity, and the world.
Divine Revelation and KnowledgeThe Bible emphasizes that true knowledge and wisdom originate from God.
Proverbs 2:6 states, "For the LORD gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding." This verse underscores the belief that God is the ultimate source of all information that is good, true, and beneficial for human life.
The Role of Prophets and ApostlesThroughout the Old and New Testaments, God communicated His will and information to His people through prophets and apostles. These individuals were chosen to receive divine messages and convey them to others. For example, in
Amos 3:7 , it is written, "Surely the Lord GOD does nothing without revealing His plan to His servants the prophets." This highlights the role of prophets as conduits of divine information.
Scripture as a Source of InformationThe Bible itself is considered the authoritative source of spiritual and moral information for believers.
2 Timothy 3:16-17 affirms, "All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for instruction, for conviction, for correction, and for training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be complete, fully equipped for every good work." This passage emphasizes the comprehensive nature of the Bible as a source of information necessary for living a life pleasing to God.
The Importance of DiscernmentWhile the Bible provides divine information, it also warns believers to exercise discernment in evaluating other sources of information. 1
John 4:1 advises, "Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God, because many false prophets have gone out into the world." This call for discernment is crucial in distinguishing between truth and falsehood.
The Role of the Holy SpiritThe Holy Spirit plays a vital role in imparting divine information and understanding to believers. Jesus promised His disciples that the Holy Spirit would guide them into all truth. In
John 16:13 , Jesus says, "However, when the Spirit of truth comes, He will guide you into all truth. For He will not speak on His own, but He will speak what He hears, and He will declare to you what is to come." The Holy Spirit, therefore, is an essential source of spiritual information and guidance.
Wisdom and UnderstandingThe pursuit of wisdom and understanding is encouraged throughout the Scriptures.
Proverbs 4:7 states, "Wisdom is supreme; so acquire wisdom. And whatever you may acquire, gain understanding." This pursuit is not merely intellectual but is deeply connected to living a life aligned with God's will.
ConclusionIn summary, while the term "information" may not be explicitly used in the Bible, the concept is deeply embedded in the themes of divine revelation, the role of Scripture, and the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Believers are encouraged to seek wisdom and understanding from God, discern truth from falsehood, and rely on the Bible as the ultimate source of spiritual and moral information.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
1. (
n.) The act of informing, or communicating knowledge or intelligence.
2. (v. t.) News, advice, or knowledge, communicated by others or obtained by personal study and investigation; intelligence; knowledge derived from reading, observation, or instruction.
3. (n.) A proceeding in the nature of a prosecution for some offense against the government, instituted and prosecuted, really or nominally, by some authorized public officer on behalf of the government. It differs from an indictment in criminal cases chiefly in not being based on the finding of a grand jury. See Indictment.
Greek
1319. didaskalia -- instruction (the function or theinformation)... instruction (the function or the
information). Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine
Transliteration: didaskalia Phonetic Spelling: (did-as-kal-ee'-ah) Short Definition
...5334. phasis --information, a report
...information, a report. Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine Transliteration: phasis Phonetic
Spelling: (fas'-is) Short Definition: report, tidings Definition: report...
1860. epaggelia -- a summons, a promise
... message, promise. From epaggello; an announcement (forinformation, assent or pledge;
especially a divine assurance of good) -- message, promise....
1268. dianemo -- to distribute, to disseminate
... spread. From dia and the base of nomos; to distribute, ie (ofinformation) to
disseminate -- spread. see GREEK dia. see GREEK nomos. (dianemethe) -- 1 Occurrence...
50. agnoeo -- to be ignorant, not to know
... From a (as a negative particle) and noieo; not to know (through lack ofinformation
or intelligence); by implication, to ignore (through disinclination) -- (be...
4811. sukophanteo -- to accuse falsely
... 4811 (from 4810 , "a fig" and 5316 , "make known") -- properly, a "fig-informer"
using "insideinformation" to defraud (falsely accuse)....
5039. tekmerion -- a sure sign
... proof. 5039 -- properly, a marker (sign-post) supplyinginformation, "marking
something off" as unmistakable (irrefutable). "The...
1321. didasko -- to teach
... direct, admonish. 1321 (from , "learn") -- to teach (literally, "cause to ");
instruct, impart knowledge (disseminateinformation). In...
199. akribos -- with exactness
... ["The verb is formed from , 'at the point' or 'end.' The idea is, therefore, he '';
denoting of theinformation rather than the diligence of the search for it...
2477. historeo -- to inquire about, visit
... visit, interview. From a derivative of eido; to be knowing (learned), ie (by
implication) to visit forinformation (interview) -- see. see GREEK eido....
Strong's Hebrew
2045. hashmauth -- a causing to hear... 2044, 2045. hashmauth. 2046 . a causing to hear. Transliteration: hashmauth
Phonetic Spelling: (hashmaw-ooth') Short Definition:
information.
...Library
AccurateInformation of the Christians.
... Theophilus to Autolycus: Book III. Chapter XVII."AccurateInformation
of the Christians. It behoved, therefore, that he should...
Of theInformation Given by Maximus the Tyrant to Valentinianus.
... Book V. Chapter XIV."Of theinformation given by Maximus the tyrant to
Valentinianus. After a considerable time Maximus [866] was...
Scantiness of OurInformation in Regard to this Period of Christ's
... BOOK I. THE BIRTH AND CHILDHOOD OF JESUS. . CHAPTER I. PRELIMINARY REMARKS. Section
7. Scantiness of ourInformation in regard to this Period of Christ's....
FurtherInformation Sought.
... Book X. Chapter XL."FurtherInformation Sought. When Peter had thus said,
I Clement asked Niceta that he would explain to us, for...
The Old Man GivesInformation in Regard to Faustus the Father of...
... Homily XIV. Chapter VIII."The Old Man GivesInformation in Regard to Faustus
the Father of Clement. "When the old man had thus...
Asking forInformation, not Contradiction.
... Homily II. Chapter XLI."Asking forInformation, Not Contradiction. Then
I Clement, hearing this, said: "Truly I rejoice, and I...
Translations. The Principal Latin Versions have Been Referred to...
... The principal Latin versions have been referred to in 1. Of those in foreign
languages it is not easy to procure adequateinformation. Fialon....
It is not to the Philosophers that we Resort forInformation About...
... Chapter I."It is Not to the Philosophers that We Resort forInformation
About the Soul But to God. [1489] [1490] Having discussed...
The Judges Said: we Desire to haveInformation from You on this...
... 18 The judges said: We desire to haveinformation from you on this point?
The judges said: We desire to haveinformation from...
Clii. Report of the (Bishops) of the East to the Emperor, Giving...
... Report of the (Bishops) of the East to the Emperor, givinginformation of their
proceedings, and explaining the cause of the delay in the arrival of the Bishop...
Thesaurus
Information (14 Occurrences)... See Indictment. Multi-Version Concordance
Information (14 Occurrences).
... (WEY).
Acts 9:24 but
information of their intention was given to him.
...Exploration
... 1. Outside of Palestine: Much directinformation concerning ancient Palestine,
absolutely essential to the success of modern exploration in that land, has come...
Know (8133 Occurrences)
... 1. (n.) Knee. 2. (vi) To perceive or apprehend clearly and certainly; to understand;
to have fullinformation of; as, to know one's duty....
Intelligence (45 Occurrences)
... 3. (n.)Information communicated; news; notice; advice.... 5. (n.) Knowledge imparted
or acquired, whether by study, research, or experience; generalinformation....
Instruction (117 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (n.) The act of instructing, teaching, or furnishing
with knowledge;information.... 3. (n.) Precept;information; teachings....
Refer (4 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (vt) To direct to another place forinformation.
2. (vt) Hence: To send or direct away; to send or...
Ahimelech (17 Occurrences)
... he gave five loaves of the showbread) when he fled from Saul (1 Samuel 21:1-9).
He was summoned into Saul's presence, and accused, on theinformation of Doeg...
Caesar's (10 Occurrences)
... Philippi. They give us most interestinginformation in regard to the progress
made in the propagation of the gospel in Rome. It...
Inform (24 Occurrences)
... 5. (vt) To take form; to become visible or manifest; to appear. 6. (vt) To give
intelligence orinformation; to tell. Multi-Version Concordance...
Ebionites
... opinions, as in regard to those of most early heretical sects, there is the difficulty
that to a large extent we are dependent for ourinformation on their...
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