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The term "based" is a modern colloquialism that has gained popularity in recent years, often used to describe someone who is confident, unapologetically authentic, or aligned with truth and righteousness. While the term itself does not appear in the Bible, its underlying principles can be explored through various biblical themes and teachings.
Authenticity and IntegrityThe concept of being "based" aligns with the biblical call to live authentically and with integrity. In the Scriptures, believers are encouraged to live in a manner that reflects their faith and convictions. The Apostle Paul exhorts the church in Ephesus to "put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness" (
Ephesians 4:24). This transformation involves living authentically according to the new identity in Christ.
Courage and BoldnessBeing "based" often implies a sense of courage and boldness in standing for what is right, even in the face of opposition. The Bible is replete with examples of individuals who demonstrated such boldness. In the Book of Acts, Peter and John exemplify this when they declare, "We cannot stop speaking about what we have seen and heard" (
Acts 4:20), despite being commanded by authorities to remain silent about Jesus.
Truth and RighteousnessA "based" individual is often seen as one who stands firmly on the truth. The Bible places a high value on truth, as seen in Jesus' declaration, "I am the way and the truth and the life" (
John 14:6). Believers are called to align themselves with the truth of God's Word, which is described as "a lamp to my feet and a light to my path" (
Psalm 119:105).
Nonconformity to the WorldThe idea of being "based" can also relate to the biblical call to nonconformity with worldly values.
Romans 12:2 instructs believers, "Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind." This transformation involves rejecting societal pressures that contradict biblical principles and instead living according to God's will.
Wisdom and DiscernmentA "based" person often exercises wisdom and discernment, qualities that are highly esteemed in Scripture.
Proverbs 3:5-6 advises, "Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight." This reliance on divine wisdom ensures that one's actions and beliefs are grounded in God's truth.
ConclusionWhile the term "based" is not found in the Bible, its connotations of authenticity, courage, truth, nonconformity, and wisdom resonate with biblical teachings. Believers are called to embody these qualities as they live out their faith in a world that often challenges their convictions.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
1. (
imp. & p. p.) of Base.
2. (a.) Having a base, or having as a base; supported; as, broad-based.
3. (n.) Wearing, or protected by, bases.
Greek
3929. paresis -- a letting go... This was
based on the absolutely , sacrifice of Christ -- "retroactively applied"
to them in God's , plan. [3929 () means "" in the papyri (BGU II.
...1537. ek -- from, from out of
... preposition denoting origin Definition from, from out of NASB Word Usage after
(1), against (1), among (18),based (5), basis (2), because (10), belonged* (1...
1341. dikaiokrisia -- righteous judgment
... Cognate: 1341 (a feminine noun derived from 1342 , "righteous" and 2920 , "judgment") --
properly, the brand ofbased on standard (His own justice), condemning...
5483. charizomai -- to show favor, give freely
... 5483 ("favor that cancels") is used of God giving His to. This is freely done
and therefore notbased on any of the one receiving forgiveness....
1108. gnosis -- a knowing, knowledge
... and it was (is) disastrous! ["" is literally, "the cultbased on having
special, " (1108 ).]. Word Origin from ginosko Definition...
5179. tupos -- typically
... 5179 (from 5180 , "strike repeatedly") -- properly, a forged by ; (figuratively)
the correct ,based on for others to then , (ie the right , a proper )....
1349. dike -- right (as self-evident), justice (the principle, a...
... [1349 () is used in classical Greek for a -- a (based on justice). In the , is
used nine times to translate , the Hebrew term for "law-suit."]....
3709. orge -- impulse, wrath
... 3709 ("settled anger") proceeds from an internal which opposes someone or something
based on extended personal exposure, ie solidifying what the beholder...
1485. ethos -- custom, a usage (prescribed by habit or law)
... Cognate: 1485 (from 1486 , "to be accustomed") custom; behaviorbased on tradition
(a habit) fixed by the religious social life of a nation. See 1486 ()....
1261. dialogismos -- a reasoning
... Cognate: 1261 (from 1260 , "") - reasoning that is self-based and therefore confused --
especially as it contributes to reinforcing others in discussion to...
Strong's Hebrew
4371. mekes -- computation, proportion to be paid, tax... tribute. Probably from an unused root meaning to enumerate; an assessment (as
based upon a census) -- tribute. 4370, 4371. mekes. 4372 . Strong's Numbers.
Library
An ObjectionBased on St. ...
... Book III. Chapter XVII. An objectionbased on St.? An objectionbased
on St. Stephen's vision of the Lord standing is disposed...
Ancient VersionsBased Upon the Septuagint.
... PART I. THE HISTORY OF THE GREEK OLD TESTAMENT AND OF ITS TRANSMISSION.
CHAPTER IV. ANCIENT VERSIONSBASED UPON THE SEPTUAGINT....
Whether the Contrariety of the Irascible Passions isBased on the...
... HOW THE PASSIONS DIFFER FROM ONE ANOTHER (FOUR ARTICLES) Whether the contrariety
of the irascible passions isbased on the contrariety of good and evil?...
The Christian Conception of Life Has Already Arisen in Our Society...
... THE CHRISTIAN CONCEPTION OF LIFE HAS ALREADY ARISEN IN OUR SOCIETY, AND WILL INFALLIBLY
PUT AN END TO THE PRESENT ORGANIZATION OF OUR LIFEBASED ON FORCE...
Celsus, However, Asserts that the Answer which we Give isBased...
... Chapter LXIX. Celsus, however, asserts that the answer which we give is
based upon a probable conjecture? Celsus, however, asserts...
The Hatred Felt by the Heathen against the Christians is Unjust...
... Book I. Chapter I. "The Hatred Felt by the Heathen Against the Christians
is Unjust, BecauseBased on Culpable Ignorance. [458] [459]...
That the Son was Raised up by the Father. The Charge Brought...
... Tenth Book. 21. That the Son Was Raised Up by the Father. The Charge Brought Against
Jesus at His Trial WasBased on the Incident Now Before Us....
Recapitulation of Theologies and Cosmogonies; System of the...
... XLIII."Recapitulation of Theologies and Cosmogonies; System of the Persians; Of
the Babylonians; The Egyptian Notion of Deity; Their TheologyBased on a...
His Union with the Body isBased Upon his Relation to Creation as...
... On the Incarnation of the Word. Section 42. His union with the body is
based upon His relation to Creation as a whole. He used a...
Introduction
... else that is rightly or wrongly ascribed to Tauler, in the Latin version, or rather
paraphrase, by Laurentius Surius, a Carthusian, [2] which wasbased on the...
Thesaurus
Based (40 Occurrences)... 1. (imp. & pp) of Base. 2. (a.) Having a base, or having as a base; supported; as,
broad-
based.
... Multi-Version Concordance
Based (40 Occurrences).
...Concordance
... Modern concordances arebased upon the labors of previous generations.... On it
isbased the useful abridged Concordance published by Bagster....
Fasts (3 Occurrences)
... New Modes of Observing Old Festivals Instituted The Nature of the Hebrew Festivals:
The Hebrews had an abundance of holidays, somebased, according to their...
Feasts (45 Occurrences)
... New Modes of Observing Old Festivals Instituted The Nature of the Hebrew Festivals:
The Hebrews had an abundance of holidays, somebased, according to their...
Philemon (2 Occurrences)
... through Colosse to Ephesus. A more forcible argument is that which isbased
on the apostle's expected visit. In Philippians 2:24...
Lawgiver (7 Occurrences)
... It isbased upon the monarchical conception in which the legislative, judicial
and administrative functions are all vested in one person....
Misgivings (3 Occurrences)
... Romans 14:23 But he who has misgivings and yet eats meat is condemned already, because
his conduct is notbased on faith; for all conduct notbased on faith is...
Beloved (117 Occurrences)
... and their derivatives: 'ahebh, "to breathe" or "long for," hence, to love,
corresponding to the New Testament, agapao, "to prefer," ie a lovebased on respect...
Conduct (93 Occurrences)
... Romans 14:23 But he who has misgivings and yet eats meat is condemned already, because
his conduct is notbased on faith; for all conduct notbased on faith is...
Foreknow (1 Occurrence)
... for-no', for-nol'-ej: 1. Meaning of the Term 2. Foreknowledge as Prescience 3.
ForeknowledgeBased on Foreordination 4. Foreknowledge as Equivalent to...
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