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In the context of the Bible, "ties" can refer to various forms of connections or bonds, whether they be familial, spiritual, or social. The concept of ties is integral to understanding the relationships and responsibilities that are emphasized throughout Scripture.
Familial TiesThe Bible places a strong emphasis on the importance of family ties. The family unit is seen as a fundamental building block of society and a primary means through which God's covenantal promises are passed down through generations. In
Genesis 2:24 , it is written, "For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and they will become one flesh." This verse underscores the significance of the marital bond as the foundation of family life.
The Fifth Commandment, "Honor your father and your mother" (
Exodus 20:12), further highlights the importance of maintaining respectful and loving relationships within the family. The New Testament reiterates this principle in
Ephesians 6:1-3 : "Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. 'Honor your father and mother' (which is the first commandment with a promise), 'so that it may go well with you and that you may enjoy long life on the earth.'"
Spiritual TiesSpiritual ties are also a significant theme in the Bible, particularly in the context of the relationship between believers and God, as well as among believers themselves. The New Testament frequently uses the metaphor of the body to describe the Church, emphasizing the interconnectedness of its members. In
1 Corinthians 12:12-13 , Paul writes, "The body is a unit, though it is comprised of many parts. And although its parts are many, they all form one body. So it is with Christ. For in one Spirit we were all baptized into one body, whether Jews or Greeks, slave or free, and we were all given one Spirit to drink."
The bond between believers is further illustrated in the concept of fellowship, or "koinonia," which denotes a deep, spiritual connection and mutual participation in the life of Christ.
Acts 2:42 describes the early Church: "They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer."
Social TiesSocial ties, including friendships and community relationships, are also addressed in the Bible.
Proverbs 17:17 states, "A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity," highlighting the value of steadfast friendships. The Bible encourages believers to form relationships that are edifying and rooted in love and truth.
The concept of social ties extends to the broader community, where believers are called to be salt and light (
Matthew 5:13-16), influencing the world positively through their conduct and witness. The parable of the Good Samaritan (
Luke 10:25-37) exemplifies the call to love and serve others, transcending social and ethnic boundaries.
ConclusionThe Bible presents ties as essential to human existence, reflecting God's design for relationships. Whether through family, spiritual fellowship, or social interactions, these connections are meant to reflect God's love and purpose for humanity.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
1. (
n.) Plural of Rurality.
2. (n.) Plural of Tie.
3. (n.) Plural of Profundity.
4. (n.) Plural of Rationality
5. (n.) Plural of Responsibility
6. (n.) Plural of Similarity
7. (n.) Plural of Subvariety
Greek
2304. theios -- divine... 2304 (an adjective, derived from 2316 , "God") -- , manifesting . 2304 ("
nature")
ties God's essence to His , by observing His .
...Strong's Hebrew
631. asar -- to tie, bind, imprison... 1), hitched (1), imprison (1), imprisoned (2), made his ready (2), prepare (1),
prepared (1), prison* (3), prisoners (2), taken captive (1), tied (2),
ties (1
...Library
Whether we Ought to Love More those who are Connected with us by...
... OF THE ORDER OF CHARITY (THIRTEEN ARTICLES) Whether we ought to love more
those who are connected with us byties of blood? Objection...
Joseph
... of God. That theties of husband and wife, parent and child, brother and
sister, were appointed, not by man, but by God. Then would...
The Fallacy of the Young Nation
... and local, and exceptional, and ingenious things " things like door-mats, and
door-knockers, and electric bells, and silk hats, and whiteties, and shiny...
Christ's Relations
... (1) Of how all natural and humanties and affections are to be subordinated to doing
God's will.... Out of that common obedience newties are formed among men....
The Risen Lord's Greetings and Gifts
... So small does the awful scene which He has passed through seem to this divine-human
Man, and so utterly are the oldties and bonds unaffected by it, that when...
The Unchangeable Christ
... He is healthy and godly, only when he knows all men for his brothers; and himself,
in some way or other, as the servant of all, and bound inties of love and...
The Christian view of Sorrow
... You have a right to weep; weep, then, in that great catastrophe which is coming,
when barbed affliction shall pierce your hearts, and the dearestties shall be...
The Essential Unity of the Kingdom.
... And it is equally clear that theties which held together these various communities
of Christians were the Apostles themselves, who had founded them....
A Period of Transition
... Upon the Stuart restoration, the strongestties which bound them to the pulsing
life of the mother country, the religious ones, were severed....
The Scar-Marks of Surrender.
... But if on that morning he found himself reluctant to leave, all histies binding
him to his master's home, this was the custom among them....
Thesaurus
Ties (7 Occurrences)... 5. (n.) Plural of Responsibility. 6. (n.) Plural of Similarity. 7. (n.) Plural
of Subvariety. Multi-Version Concordance
Ties (7 Occurrences).
...Tie (18 Occurrences)
... 1. (n.) A knot; a fastening. 2. (n.) A bond; an obligation, moral or legal; as,
the sacredties of friendship or of duty; theties of allegiance....
Greece (15 Occurrences)
... more or less vague, but spirits who care for men, who may be approached as a man
approaches his ruler, spirits bound to man by close socialties which it is...
Tight (9 Occurrences)
Ancient (64 Occurrences)
... more or less vague, but spirits who care for men, who may be approached as a man
approaches his ruler, spirits bound to man by close socialties which it is...
Brethren (528 Occurrences)
... In order to indicate that noties of the flesh should interfere with the discharge
of the duties of His Messianic office, He stretched His hands toward His...
Lord (59401 Occurrences)
... In order to indicate that noties of the flesh should interfere with the discharge
of the duties of His Messianic office, He stretched His hands toward His...
Natural (49 Occurrences)
... 7. (a.) Having the character or sentiments properly belonging to one's position;
not unnatural in feelings. 8. (a.) Connected by theties of consanguinity....
Ligament (1 Occurrence)
... unite bones or form joints. 2. (n.) Anything thatties or unites one thing
or part to another; a bandage; a bond. 3. (n.) A band of...
Weak (102 Occurrences)
... resolutions; weak virtue. 15. (vi) Wanting in power to influence or bind;
as, weakties; a weak sense of honor of duty. 16. (vi) Not...
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