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In the context of the Bible, the concept of being "cautioned" often relates to the warnings and admonitions given by God, prophets, apostles, and Jesus Christ Himself to guide believers in their faith and conduct. These cautions serve as divine guidance to prevent believers from falling into sin, error, or spiritual danger.
Old Testament CautionsThe Old Testament is replete with instances where God cautions His people, Israel, through the Law, prophets, and direct communication. One of the earliest examples is found in Genesis, where God cautions Adam and Eve about eating from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil (
Genesis 2:16-17). Despite the warning, their disobedience leads to the fall of mankind.
The prophets frequently issued cautions to the Israelites, urging them to turn from idolatry and return to God. For instance, Jeremiah warns the people of Judah about the impending Babylonian captivity due to their persistent sinfulness (
Jeremiah 25:4-11). These cautions were often accompanied by calls to repentance and promises of restoration if the people heeded the warnings.
New Testament CautionsIn the New Testament, Jesus Christ provides numerous cautions to His followers. He warns against the dangers of hypocrisy, as seen in His rebuke of the Pharisees and teachers of the law (
Matthew 23:1-36). Jesus also cautions His disciples about the end times, urging them to remain vigilant and faithful (
Matthew 24:42-44).
The apostles continue this theme of caution in their epistles. The Apostle Paul, for example, cautions the Corinthians against immorality and idolatry, reminding them of the consequences faced by the Israelites in the wilderness (
1 Corinthians 10:6-12). He also warns the Galatians about the dangers of turning to a different gospel (
Galatians 1:6-9).
Spiritual and Moral CautionsThe Bible provides numerous spiritual and moral cautions to guide believers in their daily lives. Proverbs is a book rich with wisdom and cautionary advice, emphasizing the importance of fearing the Lord and shunning evil (
Proverbs 3:7). The Berean Standard Bible states, "Do not be wise in your own eyes; fear the LORD and turn away from evil" (
Proverbs 3:7).
Believers are also cautioned about the influence of false teachers and the importance of discerning truth from error. The Apostle John warns, "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" (1
John 4:1).
Eternal CautionsThe Bible's cautions extend to eternal matters, urging individuals to consider their spiritual state and relationship with God. Jesus cautions about the reality of judgment and the necessity of being prepared for His return (
Matthew 25:1-13). The Book of Revelation contains warnings to the seven churches, highlighting the need for repentance and perseverance in faith (Revelation 2-3).
Overall, the biblical theme of being cautioned underscores the importance of heeding divine warnings, living a life of obedience, and maintaining a steadfast faith in God.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
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imp. & p. p.) of Caution.
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The Awakened Sinner Urged to Immediate Consideration andCautioned...
... THE RISE AND PROGRESS OF RELIGION IN THE SOUL. CHAPTER III. THE AWAKENED SINNER
URGED TO IMMEDIATE CONSIDERATION ANDCAUTIONED AGAINST DELAY....
The Thessalonian Letters
... In everything give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning
you." The apostlecautioned the Thessalonians not to despise the gift of...
Two Scenes.
... little son. Her husband was willing for her to remain at home, but hecautioned
her not to forget her promise to the Lord. He feared...
Speaks of the Manner in which God Communicates with the Soul by...
... Although people constantlycautioned her against this vision, as a rule she found
it impossible to disbelieve in it, especially when she heard the words: It is...
Cape York
... The fate of this vessel was then a matter of anxiety, as by her instructions she
had beencautioned to avoid passing the winter in those regions....
On the First Commandment
... sin of worshipping false gods. It was against this sin that Godcautioned
His people in the First Commandment. From this sin of...
The Idols Crumble
... "Anything, so it will but give me a glimpse of the horizon," he said. "Thou
wilt pay dearly for thy sky," the keepercautioned him....
The Plagues
... "The gods help them!" Pepi put in. "Thy prayer is too late, Pepi," Masanath answered.
"The gods should havecautioned them ere they took the step....
Transformed by Grace
... During the years of his close association with Christ, he was often warned
andcautioned by the Saviour; and these reproofs he accepted....
A Preservative against Unsettled Notions, and Want of Principles...
... But not I havecautioned you of the danger you are in from the enemies who threaten
your subversion, I hope your own watchfulness will be sufficient to guard...
Thesaurus
Cautioned (2 Occurrences)... Noah Webster's Dictionary (imp. & pp) of Caution. Multi-Version Concordance
Cautioned (2 Occurrences). Mark 8:15 He warned them, saying
...Titus (15 Occurrences)
... Timothy and Titus are likewisecautioned against the same prevailing corruptions,
and in particular against the same misdirection of their cares and studies....
Manoah (14 Occurrences)
... She wascautioned against strong drink and "unclean" food, for her child was to
be born and reared a Nazirite to the end that he might save Israel out of the...
Cautioning (1 Occurrence)
Caution (2 Occurrences)
John (154 Occurrences)
... The publicans hecautioned against extortion, the soldiers against crime and plunder."
His doctrine and manner of life roused the entire south of Palestine...
Alexander (5 Occurrences)
... As Timothy was now in Ephesus, in charge of the church there, he is stronglycautioned
by the apostle to be on his guard against this opponent. John Rutherfurd....
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