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The term "learnt" is the past tense and past participle of "learn," which means to acquire knowledge or skill through study, experience, or teaching. In the context of the Bible, learning is a significant theme, as it relates to the acquisition of wisdom, understanding, and the knowledge of God’s will. The Scriptures emphasize the importance of learning from God, His Word, and His creation.
Biblical Foundation of LearningThe Bible frequently underscores the value of learning and wisdom.
Proverbs 1:5 states, "Let the wise listen and gain instruction, and the discerning acquire wise counsel." This verse highlights the importance of being open to learning and growing in understanding. The pursuit of wisdom is a recurring theme in the book of Proverbs, where learning is closely associated with the fear of the Lord, which is described as the beginning of knowledge (
Proverbs 1:7).
Learning from God’s WordThe Scriptures are presented as the ultimate source of truth and learning. In
2 Timothy 3:16-17 , it is written, "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 that learning from the Bible equips believers for a life of righteousness and service.
Jesus as the TeacherJesus Christ is often referred to as "Rabbi," meaning teacher, and His earthly ministry was marked by teaching. In
Matthew 11:29 , Jesus invites His followers to learn from Him: "Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls." Jesus’ teachings, parables, and example provide a model for believers to learn and emulate.
Learning through Experience and CommunityThe Bible also acknowledges the role of experience and community in learning. In the early church, believers devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and fellowship (
Acts 2:42). This communal learning was essential for spiritual growth and understanding. Additionally, personal experiences, both trials and blessings, are seen as opportunities for learning and growth in faith (
James 1:2-4).
The Role of the Holy SpiritThe Holy Spirit plays a crucial role in the learning process for believers. Jesus promised that the Holy Spirit would teach and remind His followers of all that He had said (
John 14:26). The Spirit guides believers into all truth, helping them to understand and apply God’s Word in their lives.
Learning and HumilityHumility is a key attitude in the process of learning.
James 1:21 advises, "Therefore, get rid of all moral filth and every expression of evil, and humbly receive the word planted in you, which can save your souls." A humble heart is open to correction and instruction, recognizing the need for continual growth in knowledge and wisdom.
ConclusionThe concept of "learnt" in the Bible encompasses a broad spectrum of acquiring knowledge, wisdom, and understanding through Scripture, the teachings of Jesus, the guidance of the Holy Spirit, and the experiences of life. Learning is portrayed as an ongoing journey that shapes the believer’s character and equips them for service in God’s kingdom.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
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This Art, However, when it isLearnt, is not to be Used So Much...
... Book 2 Chapter 55. This art, however, when it islearnt, is not to be used
so much? 55. This art, however, when it islearnt, is...
He Then Again Charges Eunomius with HavingLearnt his Term...
... Book XII. Section 4. He then again charges Eunomius with havinglearnt
his term agennesiafrom the hieroglyphic writings. Section...
That None Should Enter on a Place of Government who Practise not...
... That none should enter on a place of government who practise not in life
what they havelearnt by study. There are some also who...
All These Things I Remember, and How ILearnt them I Remember. ...
... Book X Chapter XIII All these things I remember, and how Ilearnt them I remember.?
All these things I remember, and how Ilearnt them I remember....
Letter to the Same Alexander after He hadLearnt that John, Bishop...
... CLXXVI. Letter to the same Alexander after he hadlearnt that John, Bishop
of Antioch, had Anathematized the Doctrine of Nestorius....
To what Extent History is an Aid.
... then, that we learn from history about the chronology of past times assists us very
much in understanding the Scriptures, even if it belearnt without the pale...
Use of Rhetoric and Dialectic.
... 55. This art, however, when it islearnt, is not to be used so much for ascertaining
the meaning as for setting forth the meaning when it is ascertained....
The Proper Age and the Proper Means for Acquiring Rhetorical Skill...
... skilled by exercise and habit in the use of many words and many ornaments of speech,
you have what is called eloquence or oratory) may belearnt apart from...
The Knowledge of Tropes is Necessary.
... by the Greek name tropes, and use them more freely and in greater variety than people
who are unacquainted with the Scriptures, and havelearnt these figures...
The Cloud
... AFTER all this history has been told, there remains for us the question, what is
it that we havelearnt in these latter days of fuller light, beyond that which...
Thesaurus
Learnt (12 Occurrences)... Multi-Version Concordance
Learnt (12 Occurrences).
... Having
learnt that Jesus was at
table in the Pharisee's house she brought a flask of perfume, (WEY).
...Comparative
... The subject with which the science of comparative religion deals is religion in
general and all the facts which can belearnt about all religions ancient and...
Stoics (1 Occurrence)
... Greek antecedents. The ethical precept, "Follow Nature," theylearnt from
the Socratic school of Antisthenes, the Cynics. But they...
Notorious (16 Occurrences)
... a notorious sinner. Havinglearnt that Jesus was at table in the Pharisee's
house she brought a flask of perfume, (WEY). Luke 15:1...
Learns (3 Occurrences)
Lease (2 Occurrences)
Incited (10 Occurrences)
... Acts 17:13 As soon, however, as the Jews of Thessalonicalearnt that God's Message
had been proclaimed by Paul at Beroea, they came there also, and incited the...
Frightened (38 Occurrences)
... left him. And the Tribune, too, was frightened when helearnt that Paul
was a Roman citizen, for he had had him bound. (WEY). Acts...
Flask (15 Occurrences)
... notorious sinner. Havinglearnt that Jesus was at table in the Pharisee's
house she brought a flask of perfume, (WEY RSV). Genesis...
Torture (9 Occurrences)
... him. And the Tribune, too, was frightened when helearnt that Paul was
a Roman citizen, for he had had him bound. (WEY). Hebrews...
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