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The term "Tempter" is primarily used to describe Satan, the adversary of God and humanity, who seeks to lead people into sin and away from God's will. The concept of the Tempter is rooted in the biblical narrative, where Satan is depicted as a cunning and deceitful being, intent on undermining God's creation and purposes.

Biblical References:

1.Genesis 3:1-5: The first instance of the Tempter is found in the Garden of Eden, where Satan, in the form of a serpent, tempts Eve to eat the forbidden fruit. The serpent questions God's command and suggests that disobedience will lead to enlightenment: "Did God really say, 'You must not eat from any tree in the garden'?" (Genesis 3:1). This act of temptation leads to the fall of humanity, introducing sin into the world.

2.Matthew 4:1-11: In the New Testament, the Tempter confronts Jesus in the wilderness. After fasting for forty days and nights, Jesus is approached by Satan, who attempts to entice Him with physical sustenance, power, and glory. Jesus resists each temptation by quoting Scripture, demonstrating His obedience to God: "Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil" (Matthew 4:1).

3.1 Thessalonians 3:5: The Apostle Paul expresses concern for the Thessalonian believers, fearing that the Tempter might have led them astray: "For this reason, when I could bear it no longer, I sent to find out about your faith, fearing that the tempter had somehow tempted you and that our labor might have been in vain" (1 Thessalonians 3:5). This highlights the ongoing threat of the Tempter in the lives of believers.

Characteristics of the Tempter:

·Deceptive: The Tempter is known for his cunning and deceitful nature, often twisting God's words and intentions to lead people into sin. This is evident in the way he manipulates Scripture during the temptation of Jesus.

·Accuser: In addition to being a tempter, Satan is also referred to as the "accuser of our brothers" (Revelation 12:10), constantly seeking to bring charges against believers before God.

·Adversary: The Tempter is the ultimate adversary of God and His people, working tirelessly to oppose God's plans and purposes. This adversarial role is seen throughout Scripture, from the fall of man to the end times.

Role in Christian Theology:

In Christian theology, the Tempter is understood as a real and personal being, not merely a symbol of evil. He is a fallen angel who rebelled against God and now seeks to draw others into rebellion. The Tempter's influence is seen in the spiritual warfare that believers face, as described inEphesians 6:12: "For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this world's darkness, and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms" .

Believers are called to resist the Tempter by relying on God's strength and the truth of His Word.James 4:7 encourages Christians to "Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you" . Through faith, prayer, and the guidance of the Holy Spirit, believers can overcome the Tempter's schemes and remain steadfast in their devotion to God.(n.) One who tempts or entices; especially, Satan, or the Devil, regarded as the great enticer to evil.3985. peirazo -- to make proof of, to attempt, test, tempt
... peira Definition to make proof of, to attempt, test, tempt NASB Word Usage did
(1), put (1), put to the test (2), tempt (2), tempted (13),tempter (2), test (6...

The Allies of theTempter.
... DISCOURSE VI. THE ALLIES OF THETEMPTER. THE ALLIES OF THETEMPTER.... "These,"
you say, "are the forms which theTempter assumes....

Love Never Tests.
... Thetempter is not a fool, as regards man. That is, as a rule he is not.... The
tempter is skilfully following the leading of Jesus' reply....

Waiting the Father's Word.
... Quite likely the form of thetempter's words suggests the upper current of Jesus'
thought.... It is ever a favorite method with thetempter to rush a man....

On the Words of the Gospel, John ii. 2, "And Jesus Also was Bidden...
... When then He was an hungred as ye know, thetempter said to Him, "If Thou be the
Son of God, command that these stones be made bread." [3669] And He made...

Earth's Ugliest, Deepest Scar.
... He out-matched thetempter. Any one of us, alone, is clearly out-matched
by thattempter.... Mark keenly, thetempter did not choose it....

The Devil Acknowledges the King.
... First the appetites, then the religious sense, now the ambition. Thetempter comes
now to the real thing he is after.... Thetempter obeys. He knows his master....

Jesus in the Desert.
... Son of God. When He was hungry thetempter said, "If thou be the Son of
God command this stone that it be made bread.". It would...

Christ the Support of the Tempted
... It is true, the devil is tempting us continually, and our own evil hearts are ready
to join with thetempter, to make us fall into sins, that he thereby may...

The victory
... As Jesus before used the word of God to sustain His faith, thetempter now uses
it to countenance his deception.... Thetempter can never compel us to do evil....

The Narrative of Zosimus Concerning the Life of the Blessed.
... and the cloud said, Zosimus, man of God, through me no bird passes out of this world,
nor breath of wind, nor the sun itself, nor can thetempter in this world...

Tempter (3 Occurrences)
... (n.) One who tempts or entices; especially, Satan, or the Devil, regarded as the
great enticer to evil. Multi-Version ConcordanceTempter (3 Occurrences)....

Tempted (25 Occurrences)
... 3:5 For this cause I also, when I couldn't stand it any longer, sent that I might
know your faith, for fear that by any means thetempter had tempted you, and...

Serpent (40 Occurrences)
... But that Satan was the actualtempter, and that he used the serpent merely as his
instrument, is evident (1) from the nature of the transaction; for although...

Sin (782 Occurrences)
... The fruit of the tree is pleasant to look upon; it is good to eat; it is to be desired
to make one wise; moreover, thetempter moves upon the woman by the...

Temptation (22 Occurrences)
... (2.) Ordinarily, however, the word means solicitation to that which is evil, and
hence Satan is called "thetempter" (Matthew 4:3). Our Lord was in this way...

Uncertainty (4 Occurrences)
... 3:5 For this reason I also, when I could no longer endure the uncertainty, sent
to know the condition of your faith, lest perchance theTempter might have...

Loaves (54 Occurrences)
... Loaves (54 Occurrences). Matthew 4:3 So theTempter came and said, "If you are the
Son of God, command these stones to turn into loaves." (WEY DBY YLT RSV)....

Forbear (24 Occurrences)
... 1 Thessalonians 3:5 For this cause, when I could no longer forbear, I sent to know
your faith, lest by some means thetempter have tempted you, and our labour...

Tempteth (1 Occurrence)

Refrain (33 Occurrences)
... 1 Thessalonians 3:5 For this reason I also, no longer able to refrain myself, sent
to know your faith, lest perhaps thetempter had tempted you and our labour...

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