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In the context of the Bible, the term "mention" often refers to the act of bringing something to mind or speaking of something in conversation or prayer. The concept of mentioning is significant in both the Old and New Testaments, where it is associated with remembrance, acknowledgment, and the power of words.
Old Testament UsageIn the Old Testament, the Hebrew word often translated as "mention" is "zakar," which means to remember, recall, or bring to mind. This term is frequently used in the context of God's covenant with His people. For example, in
Genesis 8:1, "But God remembered Noah and all the animals and livestock that were with him in the ark, and God caused a wind to pass over the earth, and the waters subsided." Here, God's "mention" or remembrance of Noah signifies His faithfulness and the continuation of His covenant promises.
The act of mentioning is also seen in the context of prayer and worship. In
Psalm 20:7, the psalmist declares, "Some trust in chariots and others in horses, but we trust in the name of the LORD our God." The mention of God's name is an expression of trust and reliance on His power and sovereignty.
New Testament UsageIn the New Testament, the Greek word "mnemoneuo" is often used, which similarly means to remember or make mention of. The apostle Paul frequently uses this term in his epistles to express his prayers and gratitude for the believers. For instance, in
Ephesians 1:16, Paul writes, "I have not stopped giving thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers." Here, the mention of the Ephesian believers in Paul's prayers underscores the importance of intercessory prayer and the bond of Christian fellowship.
The concept of mentioning is also tied to the proclamation of the Gospel. In
Romans 10:14, Paul poses the question, "How then can they call on the One in whom they have not believed? And how can they believe in the One of whom they have not heard? And how can they hear without someone to preach?" The mention of Christ's name is essential for faith to arise, highlighting the necessity of evangelism and the spoken word in the spread of the Gospel.
Theological ImplicationsTheologically, the act of mentioning in the Bible is deeply connected to the themes of memory, identity, and relationship. When God "mentions" or remembers His people, it is an affirmation of His covenantal love and faithfulness. Conversely, when believers mention God in prayer, worship, or proclamation, it is an acknowledgment of His sovereignty, grace, and presence in their lives.
Furthermore, the power of mentioning is evident in the biblical understanding of the spoken word. Words have the power to bless, curse, build up, or tear down. As such, the Bible encourages believers to be mindful of their speech, ensuring that their words reflect the truth and love of God.
In summary, the concept of mention in the Bible encompasses remembrance, acknowledgment, and the transformative power of words, playing a crucial role in the relationship between God and His people.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
1. (
n.) A speaking or notice of anything, -- usually in a brief or cursory manner. Used especially in the phrase to make mention of.
2. (v. t.) To make mention of; to speak briefly of; to name.
Greek
3417. mneia -- remembrance,mention... remembrance,
mention. Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine Transliteration: mneia Phonetic
Spelling: (mni'-ah) Short Definition: remembrance, recollection Definition
...3421. mnemoneuo -- to call to mind, to makemention of
... to call to mind, to makemention of. Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: mnemoneuo
Phonetic Spelling: (mnay-mon-yoo'-o) Short Definition: I remember, make...
3687. onomazo -- to name, to give a name
... name, to give a name. Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: onomazo Phonetic Spelling:
(on-om-ad'-zo) Short Definition: I give a name to,mention Definition: I...
3420. mneme -- memory, remembrance
... Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine Transliteration: mneme Phonetic Spelling:
(mnay'-may) Short Definition: memory, remembrance,mention Definition: memory...
3004. lego -- to say
... lego Phonetic Spelling: (leg'-o) Short Definition: I say, speak Definition: (denoting
speech in progress), (a) I say, speak; I mean,mention, tell, (b) I call...
3403. mimnesko -- to remind, remember
... Verb Transliteration: mimnesko Phonetic Spelling: (mim-nace'-ko) Short Definition:
I remember, recall Definition: I remember, call to mind, recall,mention....
2046. ereo -- call, say, speak of, tell.
... ereo Phonetic Spelling: (er-eh'-o) Short Definition: I say, speak Definition: (denoting
speech in progress), (a) I say, speak; I mean,mention, tell, (b) I call...
Strong's Hebrew
2142. zakar -- remember... 1), certainly still remember (1), come to remembrance (1), confess (1), consider
(2), extol (1), invoke (1), invoked (1), keep (1), make
mention (2),
mention (4
...5927. alah -- to go up, ascend, climb
... exalt, excel, fall, fetch up, get up, (make to) go (away, up); grow (over) increase,
lay, leap, levy, lift (self) up, light, (make) up, Xmention, mount up...
7121. qara -- to call, proclaim, read
... a wide variety of applications) -- bewray (self), that are bidden, call (for, forth,
self, upon), cry (unto), (be) famous, guest, invite,mention, (give) name...
2143. zeker -- remembrance, memorial
... Word Origin from zakar Definition remembrance, memorial NASB Word Usage
memorial-name (1), memory (12),mention (1), name (4), remembered (2), remembrance (...
935. bo -- to come in, come, go in, go
... tering, -trance, -try), be fallen, fetch, + follow, get, give, go (down, in, to
war), grant, + have, X indeed, (in-)vade, lead, lift (up),mention, pull in, put...
Library
Why the Greeks did notMention Our Histories.
... Theophilus to Autolycus: Book III. Chapter XXX."Why the Greeks Did Not
Mention Our Histories. But the Greeks make nomention of...
A FartherMention of his Prayers in the Tabernacle.
... Book II. Chapter XIV."A FartherMention of his Prayers in the Tabernacle. Now
these, and a thousand such acts as these, were familiarly...
Mention of the Heretic Colarbasus; Alliance Between Heresy and the...
... Book IV. Chapter XIII."Mention of the Heretic Colarbasus; Alliance Between
Heresy and the Pythagorean Philosophy. Certain, adhering...
We Shall not HereMention Laverna, Goddess of Thieves...
... Book III. 26 We shall not heremention Laverna, goddess of thieves? We
shall not heremention Laverna, goddess of thieves, the...
Why the Holy Ghost Should have Been Mentioned after theMention of...
... Book XIII. Chapter VI."Why the Holy Ghost Should Have Been Mentioned After
theMention of Heaven and Earth. 7. But what was the...
General Division of the Following Discourse, with Regard to Pagan...
... SECT. I. General division of the following discourse, with regard to Pagan and
Jewish authors, whomention particulars relating to our Saviour....
The Pelagians are not Ashamed to Eulogize Concupiscence, Although...
... Book II. Chapter 17 [VII.]"The Pelagians are Not Ashamed to Eulogize
Concupiscence, Although They are Ashamed toMention Its Name....
Eusebius the Bishop of C??sarea, of whom I have MadeMention Above...
... Eusebius the Bishop of C??sarea, of whom I have mademention above, in the sixth
book of his Apology for Origen makes the same complaint against Methodius the...
But, after that He had MadeMention of These Evils...
... Section 30. But, after that he had mademention of these evils? 30. But,
after that he had mademention of these evils, he added...
It is Certain that the Use of Singing in Churches which I May...
... Of Prayer. John Calvin Chapter 32 It is certain that the use of singing
in churches which I maymention in? It is certain that...
Thesaurus
Mention (41 Occurrences)... Used especially in the phrase to make
mention of. 2. (vt) To make
mention of; to
speak briefly of; to name. Multi-Version Concordance
Mention (41 Occurrences).
...Nebuchadrezzar (31 Occurrences)
... His mother is not known by name. The classical historiansmention two wives: Amytis,
the daughter of Astyages, and Nitocris, the mother of Nabunaid....
Mentioned (30 Occurrences)
... (imp. & pp) ofMention.... Job 28:18 Nomention shall be made of coral or of crystal;
yea, the price of wisdom is above rubies. (See NAS)....
Beg (77 Occurrences)
... That the poor existed among the Hebrews we have abundant evidence (Exodus 23:11;
Deuteronomy 15:11), but there is nomention of beggars properly so called in...
Cat
... CAT. (ailouros): The onlymention of this animal is in Baruch 6:22.... The onlymention
of the catta in classical Latin writers is in Martial xiii0.69....
Simeon (48 Occurrences)
... From themention (Genesis 46:10 Exodus 6:15) of Shaul as being the son of a Canaanite
woman, it may be supposed that the tribe was a mixed one....
Nebuchadnezzar (90 Occurrences)
... His mother is not known by name. The classical historiansmention two wives: Amytis,
the daughter of Astyages, and Nitocris, the mother of Nabunaid....
Nineveh (23 Occurrences)
... capital. From this time there is nomention of it in Scripture till it is
named in gospel history (Matthew 12:41; Luke 11:32). This...
Hittites (39 Occurrences)
...Mention is made of "Ahimelech the Hittite" (1 Samuel 26:6), and of "Uriah the Hittite,"
one of David's chief officers (2 Samuel 23:39; 1 Chronicles 11:41)....
Maker (55 Occurrences)
... so the Revised Version (British and American); "make for him" (Ezekiel 17:17), the
Revised Version (British and American) "help him"; "makemention" (Jeremiah 4...
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