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The term "specially" is used in the Bible to denote a particular emphasis or distinction within a broader context. It often highlights a specific group, action, or characteristic that is set apart from others. In the Berean Standard Bible , the word "specially" is used to draw attention to particular aspects of God's work, the behavior of believers, or the attributes of certain individuals.
Biblical Usage:1.
Emphasis on Believers: · In
Galatians 6:10, the Apostle Paul writes, "Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, and especially to the family of faith." Here, "specially" underscores the priority of caring for fellow believers, while not neglecting the broader call to do good to all people. This reflects the biblical principle of community and mutual support within the body of Christ.
2.
Distinction in Labor: ·
1 Timothy 5:17 states, "The elders who direct the affairs of the church well are worthy of double honor, especially those whose work is preaching and teaching." The use of "specially" here highlights the particular value and honor due to those who labor in preaching and teaching, recognizing their vital role in the spiritual nourishment and guidance of the church.
3.
God's Care and Provision: · In
1 Timothy 4:10, Paul declares, "For to this end we labor and strive, because we have set our hope on the living God, who is the Savior of all men, and especially of those who believe." This passage emphasizes God's universal offer of salvation, with a special focus on those who have accepted and believed in Him. It reflects the assurance and security found in a personal relationship with God.
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Moral and Ethical Conduct: ·
Titus 1:10-11 warns, "For there are many rebellious people, full of empty talk and deception, especially those of the circumcision group. They must be silenced, because they are upsetting whole households by teaching things they should not teach, and that for the sake of dishonest gain." The term "specially" is used to single out a particular group causing disruption within the early church, emphasizing the need for vigilance and correction in maintaining doctrinal purity and ethical conduct.
Theological Implications:The use of "specially" in Scripture often serves to underscore the importance of discernment and prioritization in the Christian life. It calls believers to recognize and respond to the unique needs and roles within the community of faith, while also affirming the broader mission to the world. This term invites reflection on the balance between universal principles and specific applications in the life of a believer.
Practical Application:In practical terms, the concept of "specially" encourages Christians to be intentional in their actions and relationships. It suggests a focus on nurturing the faith community, honoring those who serve diligently, and maintaining a clear witness to the world. By understanding the specific areas where God calls for special attention, believers can more effectively live out their faith in accordance with biblical teachings.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
1. (
adv.) In a special manner; particularly; especially.
2. (adv.) For a particular purpose; as, a meeting of the legislature is specially summoned.
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia
SPECIALLYspesh'-al-i (me'odh (Psalm 31:11 the King James Version); malista): Used in an emphatic sense; derived from a superlative. While usually employed for emphasis, it carries with it slightly the idea of something additional. Not used in the Old Testament in the Revised Version (British and American), the sense of the Hebrew being,expressed more clearly by "exceedingly," "very." Its ordinary New Testament usage is, "mostly," "particularly," "chiefly" or, "most of all." Paul in his practical exhortations says: "But if any provideth not for his own, and specially his own household, he hath denied the faith (1 Timothy 5:8; compareGalatians 6:101 Timothy 4:10).
Walter G. Clippinger
Greek
4041. periousios -- of one's own possession... possession. Part of Speech: Adjective Transliteration: periousios Phonetic Spelling:
(per-ee-oo'-see-os) Short Definition: costly,
specially chosen Definition
...4442. pur -- fire
... fiery, fire. A primary word; "fire" (literally or figuratively,specially, lightning) --
fiery, fire. (pur) -- 26 Occurrences. (puri) -- 17 Occurrences....
47. hagneia -- purity
... purity. From hagnos; cleanliness (the quality), ie (specially) chastity -- purity.
see GREEK hagnos. (agneia) -- 2 Occurrences. 46, 47. hagneia. 48 ....
5046. teleios -- having reached its end, ie complete, by ext....
... tel'-i-os) Short Definition: perfect, full-grown Definition: perfect, (a) complete
in all its parts, (b) full grown, of full age, (c)specially of the...
59. agorazo -- to buy in the marketplace, purchase
... buy, redeem. From agora; properly, to go to market, ie (by implication) to purchase;
specially, to redeem -- buy, redeem. see GREEK agora....
4905. sunerchomai -- to come together, by ext. to accompany
... From sun and erchomai; to convene, depart in company with, associate with, or
(specially), cohabit (conjugally) -- accompany, assemble (with), come (together...
4445. puresso -- to be on fire, to be ill of a fever
... be sick of a fever. From pura; to be on fire, ie (specially), to have a fever --
be sick of a fever. see GREEK pura. (puressousa) -- 1 Occurrence....
68. agros -- a field, the country
... From ago; a field (as a drive for cattle); genitive case, the country;specially,
a farm, ie Hamlet -- country, farm, piece of ground, land. see GREEK ago....
4561. sarx -- flesh
... is external, or as the means of kindred), or (by implication) human nature (with
its frailties (physically or morally) and passions), or (specially), a human...
630. apoluo -- to set free, release
... apo and luo; to free fully, ie (literally) relieve, release, dismiss (reflexively,
depart), or (figuratively) let die, pardon or (specially) divorce -- (let...
Library
Both Things areSpecially Worthy of Notice. ...
... Of Prayer. John Calvin Chapter 5 Both things arespecially worthy of notice.?
Both things arespecially worthy of notice. First...
Whether Judiciary Power is to beSpecially Attributed to Christ?
... OF CHRIST'S JUDICIARY POWER (SIX ARTICLES) Whether judiciary power is to
bespecially attributed to Christ? Objection 1: It would...
What are weSpecially Taught by These Words, "Before Me" in the...
... Question 48: What are wespecially taught by these words, "before me"
in the First Commandment? A48: These words "before me" in...
What are weSpecially Taught by These Words Before Me in the First...
... Question 106: What are wespecially taught by these words before me in
the first commandment? Answer: These words before me, or...
Of Luke's Gospel, andSpecially of the Harmony Between Its...
... Prologue. Chapter VIII."Of Luke's Gospel, andSpecially of the Harmony Between Its
Commencement and the Beginning of the Book of the Acts of the Apostles....
That Men Should have Great Wariness So that they Understand not...
... THE ONE AND FIFTIETH CHAPTER That men should have great wariness so that they
understand not bodily a thing that is meant ghostly; andspecially it is good to...
This Assiduity in Prayer, Though itSpecially Refers to the...
... Of Prayer. John Calvin Chapter 29 This assiduity in prayer, though itspecially
refers to the peculiar private prayers of individuals?...
This, However, Does not Prevent us from PrayingSpecially for...
... Of Prayer. John Calvin Chapter 39 This, however, does not prevent us from
prayingspecially for ourselves? This, however, does...
These Three Petitions, in which weSpecially Commend Ourselves and...
... Of Prayer. John Calvin Chapter 47 These three petitions, in which we
specially commend ourselves and all that we have to? These...
How a Man Shall have Him in this Work against all Thoughts, and...
... HERE BEGINNETH THE SEVENTH CHAPTER How a man shall have him in this work against
all thoughts, andspecially against all those that arise of his own curiosity...
Thesaurus
Specially (26 Occurrences)... 1. (adv.) In a special manner; particularly; especially. 2. (adv.) For a particular
purpose; as, a meeting of the legislature is
specially summoned.
...SPECIALLY.
...Banquet (58 Occurrences)
... Guests werespecially honoured when extra portions were set before them (Genesis
43:34), and when their cup was filled with wine till it ran over (Psalm 23:5...
Fire (602 Occurrences)
... 2 Samuel 14:31), lahat (Deuteronomy 32:22, etc.), phlogizo (James 3:6). Fire was
regarded by primitive peoples as supernatural in origin andspecially Divine....
Weaving (4 Occurrences)
... Easton's Bible Dictionary Weaving was an art practised in very early times (Exodus
35:35). The Egyptians werespecially skilled in it (Isaiah 19:9; Ezek....
Weavers (4 Occurrences)
... Easton's Bible Dictionary Weaving was an art practised in very early times (Exodus
35:35). The Egyptians werespecially skilled in it (Isaiah 19:9; Ezek....
Fatherless (44 Occurrences)
... Old Testament, generally in association with the widow and the stranger, as typical
instances of the unprotected and necessitous, who are,specially subject to...
Fig-tree (33 Occurrences)
... fig'-tre (te'enah, plural te'enim,specially "figs"; paggim, "green figs" only in
Songs 2:13; suke, "fig-tree," sukon, "fig"): 1. Fig-Trees in the Old Testament...
Fig (45 Occurrences)
... fig'-tre (te'enah, plural te'enim,specially "figs"; paggim, "green figs" only in
Songs 2:13; suke, "fig-tree," sukon, "fig"): 1. Fig-Trees in the Old Testament...
Figtree
... fig'-tre (te'enah, plural te'enim,specially "figs"; paggim, "green figs" only in
Songs 2:13; suke, "fig-tree," sukon, "fig"): 1. Fig-Trees in the Old Testament...
Evangelist (2 Occurrences)
... news.Specially: (a) A missionary preacher sent forth to prepare the way
for a resident pastor; an itinerant missionary preacher....
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