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In the biblical context, the concept of secrets encompasses both divine mysteries and human concealments. The Bible addresses secrets in various ways, highlighting the nature of God's hidden wisdom, the human tendency to conceal sin, and the call for integrity and transparency among believers.
Divine SecretsThe Bible often speaks of God's secrets, which are beyond human understanding and are revealed according to His sovereign will.
Deuteronomy 29:29 states, "The secret things belong to the LORD our God, but the things revealed belong to us and to our children forever, so that we may follow all the words of this law." This verse underscores the distinction between God's hidden purposes and the revelation given to humanity for obedience and faithfulness.
In the New Testament, the apostle Paul frequently refers to the "mystery" of the Gospel, which was once hidden but has now been revealed through Christ. In
Ephesians 3:9, Paul writes about his mission "to enlighten everyone about the administration of this mystery, which for ages past was kept hidden in God, who created all things." The mystery of Christ, encompassing the inclusion of the Gentiles into the covenant promises, is a divine secret now made known.
Human SecretsThe Bible also addresses the human inclination to keep secrets, particularly in the context of sin and wrongdoing.
Proverbs 28:13 warns, "He who conceals his sins will not prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them will find mercy." This highlights the biblical principle that hiding sin leads to spiritual stagnation, while confession and repentance bring forgiveness and restoration.
Jesus, in His teachings, emphasized the importance of sincerity and transparency. In
Luke 12:2-3, He declared, "There is nothing concealed that will not be disclosed, or hidden that will not be made known. What you have said in the dark will be heard in the daylight, and what you have whispered in the ear in the inner rooms will be proclaimed from the roofs." This passage serves as a reminder that all secrets will ultimately be revealed, urging believers to live with integrity.
The Role of Secrets in RelationshipsThe Bible acknowledges that certain secrets can be appropriate, particularly in the context of discretion and confidentiality.
Proverbs 11:13 states, "A gossip reveals a secret, but a trustworthy person keeps a confidence." This verse highlights the value of trustworthiness and the importance of safeguarding sensitive information within relationships.
However, the Scriptures also caution against deceit and the destructive power of secrets that harm others.
James 5:16 encourages believers to "confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed." This practice fosters a community of openness and mutual support, counteracting the isolating effects of secret sin.
God's Omniscience and Human AccountabilityUltimately, the Bible teaches that no secret is hidden from God.
Hebrews 4:13 affirms, "Nothing in all creation is hidden from God’s sight. Everything is uncovered and exposed before the eyes of Him to whom we must give account." This truth serves as both a warning and a comfort, reminding believers of God's omniscience and the assurance that He sees and knows all things.
In summary, the biblical perspective on secrets encompasses the divine mysteries revealed through Christ, the human tendency to conceal sin, and the call for integrity and transparency in relationships. Believers are encouraged to trust in God's wisdom, confess their sins, and live in the light of His truth.
Topical Bible Verses
Romans 2:16In the day when God shall judge the secrets of men by Jesus Christ according to my gospel.
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And that he would show you the secrets of wisdom, that they are double to that which is! Know therefore that God exacts of you less than your iniquity deserves.
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1 Corinthians 14:25
And thus are the secrets of his heart made manifest; and so falling down on his face he will worship God, and report that God is in you of a truth.
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Psalm 44:21
Shall not God search this out? for he knows the secrets of the heart.
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Matthew 13:11
He answered and said to them, Because it is given to you to know the mysteries of the kingdom of heaven, but to them it is not given.
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International Standard Bible Encyclopedia
ENOCH; THE BOOK OF THE SECRETS OFSeeAPOCALYPTIC LITERATURE.
Greek
2927. kruptos -- hidden... Word Origin from krupto Definition hidden NASB Word Usage hidden (5), inwardly
(1), secret (7),
secrets (2), things hidden (2). hidden, inward, secret.
...Strong's Hebrew
8587. taalumah -- a hidden thing, secret... 8586, 8587. taalumah. 8588 . a hidden thing, secret. Transliteration: taalumah
Phonetic Spelling: (tah-al-oom-maw') Short Definition:
secrets.
...4016. mabush -- private parts, genitalia
...secrets. From buwsh; (plural) the (male) pudenda --secrets. see HEBREW buwsh.
4015, 4016. mabush or mabush. 4017 . Strong's Numbers.
5475. sod -- council, counsel
... company (1), consultation (1), council (5), fellowship (1), friendship (1), gathering
(1), intimate (1), plans (1), secret (2), secret counsel (3),secrets (2...
Library
TheSecrets of Divine Love are to be Kept
... TheSecrets of Divine Love Are To Be Kept. Sun! stay thy course, this moment stay"
Suspend the o'er flowing tide of day,. Divulge not such a love as mine,. Ah!...
How we Laid Bare theSecrets of Our Thoughts to Abbot Abraham.
... The Conferences of John Cassian. Chapter I. How we laid bare thesecrets of
our thoughts to Abbot Abraham. This twenty-fourth Conference...
Certain HeavenlySecrets, visions, and Revelations. The Effects of...
... Chapter XXXVIII. Certain HeavenlySecrets, Visions, and Revelations. The
Effects of Them in Her Soul. 1. One night I was so unwell...
Coming Judgment of theSecrets of Men
... Coming Judgment of theSecrets of Men. A Sermon... "The day when God shall judge the
secrets of men by Jesus Christ according to my gospel.""Romans 2:16....
That theSecrets of God Cannot be Seen Through, and Therefore that...
... Third Book. 53. That thesecrets of God cannot be seen through, and therefore
that our faith ought to be simple. In the first Epistle...
Of the Sparkling Stone, and of the New Name Written in the Book of...
... THE SPARKLING STONE CHAPTER IV. OF THE SPARKLING STONE, AND OF THE NEW NAME
WRITTEN IN THE BOOK OF THESECRETS OF GOD. And therefore...
Celsus in the Next Place, as if He were Able to Tell Certain...
... Chapter LXVI. Celsus in the next place, as if he were able to tell certain
secrets regarding? Celsus in the next place, as if...
How St Francis was Acquainted with theSecrets of the Consciences...
... HERE BEGIN THE LITTLE FLOWERS OF SAINT FRANCIS OF ASSISI CHAPTER XXXI HOW ST FRANCIS
WAS ACQUAINTED WITH THESECRETS OF THE CONSCIENCES OF ALL HIS BRETHREN....
The Rules of Tichonius the Donatist Examined.
... wrote a book which he called the Book of Rules, because in it he laid down seven
rules, which are, as it were, keys to open thesecrets of Scripture....
That the Ruler Should be a Near Neighbour to Every one in...
... For hence it is that Paul is caught up into Paradise (2 Corinthians 12:3) and explores
thesecrets of the third heaven, and, yet, though borne aloft in that...
Thesaurus
Secrets (26 Occurrences)... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia ENOCH; THE BOOK OF THE
SECRETS OF. See APOCALYPTIC
LITERATURE. Multi-Version Concordance
Secrets (26 Occurrences).
...Revealeth (9 Occurrences)
... (See JPS). Proverbs 11:13 A talebearer revealethsecrets: but he that is of a
faithful spirit concealeth the matter. (KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS)....
Reveals (14 Occurrences)
... Proverbs 11:13 He that goeth about as a talebearer revealethsecrets; but he that
is of a faithful spirit concealeth a matter. (See NAS RSV)....
Unveiler (4 Occurrences)
... Daniel 2:28 But there is a God in heaven, the unveiler ofsecrets, and he has given
to King Nebuchadnezzar knowledge of what will take place in the last days....
Talebearing (2 Occurrences)
... 1. (a.) Telling tales officiously. 2. (n.) The act of informing officiously;
communication ofsecrets, scandal, etc., maliciously. Multi-Version Concordance...
Revealer (4 Occurrences)
... Daniel 2:28 but there is a God in the heavens, a revealer ofsecrets, and He hath
made known to king Nebuchadnezzar that which 'is' to be in the latter end of...
Mysteries (11 Occurrences)
... (See NAS). Daniel 2:28 but there is a God in heaven who revealssecrets, and he
has made known to the king Nebuchadnezzar what shall be in the latter days....
Zaphnathpaaneah (1 Occurrence)
... of the place of life", ie, of Goshen, the chief city of which was Pithom, "the place
of life." Others explain it as meaning "a revealer ofsecrets," or "the...
Zaphnath-paaneah (1 Occurrence)
... of the place of life", ie, of Goshen, the chief city of which was Pithom, "the place
of life." Others explain it as meaning "a revealer ofsecrets," or "the...
Uriel (4 Occurrences)
... angel who is "over the world and Tartarus" (ho epi tou kosmou kai tou tartarou),
and as such is the conductor to Enoch in the world below, thesecrets of which...
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