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The term "rendered" in the context of the Bible often refers to the act of giving, providing, or delivering something in response to a requirement or expectation. This concept is deeply rooted in biblical teachings, where it is associated with justice, duty, and the fulfillment of obligations.
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Old Testament Usage: In the Old Testament, the idea of rendering is frequently connected to the sacrificial system and the fulfillment of vows. For instance, in Leviticus, the Israelites are instructed to render offerings to God as a means of atonement and worship. The act of rendering here is not merely transactional but is an expression of devotion and obedience to God's commandments.
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Leviticus 19:13 : "You must not defraud your neighbor or rob him. The wages due a hired hand must not remain with you until morning."
This verse highlights the ethical dimension of rendering what is due, emphasizing fairness and integrity in dealings with others.
2.New Testament Usage:
In the New Testament, the concept of rendering takes on additional layers of meaning, particularly in the teachings of Jesus and the apostles. It often involves the idea of giving to others what is rightfully theirs, whether it be respect, honor, or material goods.
·Matthew 22:21 : "So they brought Him a denarius, and Jesus asked, 'Whose image is this? And whose inscription?' 'Caesar’s,' they answered. So Jesus told them, 'Render to Caesar what is Caesar’s, and to God what is God’s.'"
This passage underscores the principle of fulfilling obligations to both earthly authorities and to God, recognizing the distinct spheres of responsibility in a believer's life.
3.Moral and Ethical Implications:
The biblical mandate to render what is due extends beyond legalistic adherence to rules; it encompasses a broader ethical framework. Believers are called to render love, mercy, and justice in their interactions with others, reflecting the character of God.
·Romans 13:7 : "Pay everyone what you owe him: taxes to whom taxes are due, revenue to whom revenue is due, respect to whom respect is due, honor to whom honor is due."
This verse from Romans encapsulates the comprehensive nature of rendering, which includes financial, social, and relational dimensions.
4.Spiritual Significance:
Rendering to God what is due is a central theme in the spiritual life of a believer. This includes worship, obedience, and the offering of one's life as a living sacrifice.
·Psalm 116:12-14 : "How can I repay the LORD for all His goodness to me? I will lift the cup of salvation and call on the name of the LORD. I will fulfill my vows to the LORD in the presence of all His people."
Here, the psalmist expresses a desire to render thanks and fulfill vows to God, acknowledging His goodness and faithfulness.
In summary, the biblical concept of rendering involves a multifaceted approach to fulfilling obligations, whether they are to God, authorities, or fellow human beings. It is an expression of justice, integrity, and devotion, deeply embedded in the moral and spiritual fabric of biblical teaching.Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
(imp. & p. p.) of Render.Greek
3787. ophthalmodoulia -- eye service
... Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine Transliteration: ophthalmodoulia Phonetic Spelling:
(of-thal-mod-oo-li'-ah) Short Definition: servicerendered only while the...
115. athetesis -- a setting aside
... Cognate: 115 -- properly, annulment (cancellation), ie what isrendered "no longer
in effect" (literally, "no longer having a place"). See 114 ()....
1830. exeraunao -- to search out
... of salvation (unique glorification) in a believer's life (cf. 1 Pet 3:9). ["The
in composition has the force of searched and isrendered by " (, 302).]....
2315. theopneustos -- God-breathed, ie inspired by God
... written) under divine . [G. Archer, "2315 () is betterrendered ' by God'
as the emphasis is upon " (, fn. 7, 29).]. Word Origin...
2999. latreia -- service
... Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine Transliteration: latreia Phonetic Spelling:
(lat-ri'-ah) Short Definition: service, worship Definition: servicerendered to...
1247. diakoneo -- to serve, minister
... ministered (2), ministering (3), servant (1), serve (4), serve as deacons (1), served
(2), served as deacons (1), serves (5), services...rendered (1), serving...
5037. te -- and (denotes addition or connection)
... 5037 ("and both") occurs 204 times in the NT and unfortunately is often . [When
translated, 5037 () is usuallyrendered "," ", or "."]. Word Origin a prim....
469. antapodosis -- recompense
... Cognate: 469 (a feminine noun) -- the brand of recompense (reward) that richly rewards
servicesrendered, emphasizing that they (correspond, are proportional...
5485. charis -- grace, kindness
... be near) them. [5485 () is sometimesrendered "thanks" but the core-idea
is ", " (". Word Origin a prim. word Definition grace...
3928. parerchomai -- to pass by, to come to
... parerchomai Phonetic Spelling: (par-er'-khom-ahee) Short Definition: I pass by
Definition: I pass by, pass away, pass out of sight; I amrendered void, become...
Strong's Hebrew
5647. abad -- to work, serve... 2), labor (3), laborers* (2), make servant (1), make slaves (2), manufacturers
(1), observe (1), perform (9), performed (2), plowed (1),
rendered (1), serve
...7203. ro'eh -- a seer
... vision Active participle of ra'ah; a seer (as oftenrendered); but also (abstractly)
a vision -- vision. see HEBREW ra'ah. 7202, 7203. ro'eh. 7203a ....
3198. yakach -- to decide, adjudge, prove
... 1), make a decision (1), offer reproof (1), plead (1), prove (1), reason (2), rebuke
(6), rebukes (2), refuted (1), render decisions (2),rendered judgment (1...
4994. na -- I (we) pray, now
... A primitive particle of incitement and entreaty, which may usually berendered:
"I pray," "now," or "then"; added mostly to verbs (in the Imperative or Future...
3433. Yashubi Lechem -- "returner of bread," a man of Judah
... (Prob. The text should be pointed Yoshbev Lechem {yo-sheh-bay' leh'-khem}, andrendered
"(they were) inhabitants of Lechem," ie Of Bethlehem (by contraction)....
235. azal -- to go
... Ezek. 27:19 the word isrendered by many "from Uzal," by others "yarn"), be
gone (spent). 234, 235. azal. 236 . Strong's Numbers.
Library
Whether a Sale isRendered Unlawful through a Fault in the Thing...
... (D) BY SINS COMMITTED IN BUYING AND SELLING (Q ) Whether a sale isrendered
unlawful through a fault in the thing sold? Objection...
How we areRendered Apt for the Perception of Truth through the...
... Book IV. Chapter 2."How We areRendered Apt for the Perception of Truth
Through the Incarnate Word. 4. But "the light shineth...
Whether an Accusation isRendered Unjust by Calumny, Collusion or...
... OF MATTERS CONCERNING UNJUST ACCUSATION (FOUR ARTICLES) Whether an accusation
isrendered unjust by calumny, collusion or evasion?...
Whether Judgment isRendered Perverse by Being Usurped?
... OF JUDGMENT (SIX ARTICLES) Whether judgment isrendered perverse by being
usurped? Objection 1: It would seem that judgment is not...
How after his Baptism HeRendered Thanks to God.
... Book IV. Chapter LXIII."How after his Baptism herendered Thanks to God.
He then lifted his voice and poured forth a strain of...
The Temporal Afflictions of Believers are not Correctly Termed "...
... For Christ hasrendered satisfaction only for eternal punishments.... For Christ
hasrendered satisfaction only for eternal punishments. ANSWER....
But this New Cloudy Political Cowardice HasRendered Useless the...
... Chapter 3 But this new cloudy political cowardice hasrendered useless
the old English compromise.? But this new cloudy political...
Nor Let us Allege that we are JustlyRendered Timid by a...
... Of Prayer. John Calvin Chapter 37 Nor let us allege that we are justlyrendered
timid by a consciousness of sin? Nor let us allege...
The Times of the Captivity have BeenRendered Illustrious by the...
... Book II. Chapter I. The times of the captivity have beenrendered illustrious
by the predictions and deeds of? The times of the...
The Son Alone Knows How to Praise the Father Worthily. In Christ...
... Argument IV."The Son Alone Knows How to Praise the Father Worthily. In Christ and
by Christ Our Thanksgivings Ought to BeRendered to the Father....
Thesaurus
Rendered (30 Occurrences)... Noah Webster's Dictionary (imp. & pp) of Render. Multi-Version Concordance
Rendered (30 Occurrences). Matthew 25:40 "But the King
...Bag (52 Occurrences)
... The same Hebrew word occurs elsewhere only in Isaiah 3:22, where it isrendered
"crisping-pins," but denotes the reticules (or as RV, "satchels") carried by...
Kinsman (29 Occurrences)
... 5:8 Ruth 2:20; Ruth 3:9, 12; 4:1, 3, 6, 8, 14; compare "performing the part of a
kinsman," Ruth 3:13); in Ruth 2:1, betterrendered "acquaintance." Also qarobh...
Kinswoman (4 Occurrences)
... 5:8 Ruth 2:20; Ruth 3:9, 12; 4:1, 3, 6, 8, 14; compare "performing the part of a
kinsman," Ruth 3:13); in Ruth 2:1, betterrendered "acquaintance." Also qarobh...
Maid (57 Occurrences)
... 1 Samuel 9:11 2 Kings 5:2, 4 Esther 2:4, 7 Job 41:5 Amos 2:7) In several places
masculine form na`ar, with feminine form of verbrendered "damsel" (Genesis 24...
Maiden (40 Occurrences)
... 1 Samuel 9:11 2 Kings 5:2, 4 Esther 2:4, 7 Job 41:5 Amos 2:7) In several places
masculine form na`ar, with feminine form of verbrendered "damsel" (Genesis 24...
Desert (322 Occurrences)
... The same Hebrew word isrendered "wildernes," and is used of the country lying between
Egypt and Palestine (Genesis 21:14, 21; Exodus 4:27; 19:2; Joshua 1:4...
Forest (67 Occurrences)
... This word isrendered "forest" only in 2 Chronicles 27:4. It is alsorendered "wood",
the "wood" in the "wilderness of Ziph," in which david concealed himself...
Axe (19 Occurrences)
... In the Authorized Version it isrendered "tongs." It is also used in Jeremiah
10:3, andrendered "axe." The "battle-axe" (army of Medes and Persians) mentioned...
Captain (167 Occurrences)
... Easton's Bible Dictionary. (1.) Hebrews sar (1 Samuel 22:2; 2 Samuel 23:19).Rendered
"chief," Genesis 40:2; 41:9;rendered also "prince," Dan....
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