Topical Encyclopedia
The term "proclaims" in the Bible is often associated with the act of declaring, announcing, or making known a message, decree, or truth. It is a significant concept throughout Scripture, reflecting the communication of God's will, the announcement of His works, and the dissemination of His Word.
Old Testament UsageIn the Old Testament, the act of proclaiming is frequently linked to the declaration of God's laws, His mighty acts, and His promises. For instance, in
Exodus 34:5-6, the LORD proclaims His name and attributes to Moses: "Then the LORD came down in a cloud, stood with him there, and proclaimed His name, the LORD. And the LORD passed in front of Moses and called out: 'The LORD, the LORD God, is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in loving devotion and truth.'" Here, God Himself is the proclaimer, revealing His character to His chosen servant.
The role of prophets in the Old Testament often involved proclaiming God's messages to the people.
Isaiah 61:1, a passage later quoted by Jesus in the New Testament, states: "The Spirit of the Lord GOD is upon me, because the LORD has anointed me to bring good news to the poor. He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives and freedom to the prisoners." This highlights the prophetic duty to announce God's deliverance and salvation.
New Testament UsageIn the New Testament, the concept of proclaiming is central to the ministry of Jesus Christ and the apostles. Jesus Himself is described as a proclaimer of the Kingdom of God. In
Mark 1:14-15, it is written: "After the arrest of John, Jesus went into Galilee and proclaimed the gospel of God. 'The time is fulfilled,' He said, 'and the kingdom of God is near. Repent and believe in the gospel!'"
The apostles continued this mission, proclaiming the resurrection of Jesus and the message of salvation.
Acts 4:33 states, "With great power the apostles continued to give their testimony about the resurrection of the Lord Jesus. And abundant grace was upon them all." The act of proclaiming here is not merely a verbal declaration but is accompanied by the power and grace of God, affirming the truth of their message.
Theological SignificanceProclaiming in the biblical context is not just about speaking words; it is about bearing witness to the truth of God's revelation. It involves a divine commission and is often empowered by the Holy Spirit. The act of proclaiming is integral to the Great Commission, where Jesus commands His followers in
Matthew 28:19-20: "Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey all that I have commanded you."
Practical ImplicationsFor believers, the call to proclaim is a call to share the gospel and testify to God's work in their lives. It is an invitation to participate in God's redemptive plan by making known His love, grace, and truth to the world. As seen in
Romans 10:14-15, the necessity of proclamation is underscored: "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? And how can they preach unless they are sent? As it is written: 'How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!'"
In summary, the biblical concept of proclaiming is a dynamic and essential aspect of God's interaction with humanity, serving as a vehicle for His truth, salvation, and kingdom purposes.
Greek
2783. kerux -- a herald... herald-communicator). 2783 ("a preacher, herald")
proclaims (His work)
with passion and a sense of authority. See 2784 (). Word
...Strong's Hebrew
8085. shama -- to hear... obey (32), obey* (14), obeyed (21), obeyed* (5), obeying (6), obeys (1), overheard
(1), pay heed (1), proclaim (15), proclaimed (6),
proclaims (1), reported (3
...7121. qara -- to call, proclaim, read
... men of renown (1), mentioned (3), name* (4), named (12), named* (62), offer it terms
(1), proclaim (28), proclaimed (17), proclaiming (3),proclaims (2), read...
Library
Hear what the Voice from HeavenProclaims
... The Treasury of Sacred Song. Book First CXCV Hear what the voice from Heavenproclaims.
For all the pious dead," Sweet is the savour of their names,....
HeProclaims the Greatness of God, whom He Desires to Seek and...
... Book I. Chapter I."HeProclaims the Greatness of God, Whom He Desires
to Seek and Invoke, Being Awakened by Him. 1. Great art...
But Infirmity Pleadeth Its Part, and with Favor of the Crowds...
... Section 38. But infirmity pleadeth its part, and with favor of the crowds
proclaims itself to? 38. But infirmity pleadeth its...
These Exhortations are Confirmed by the Christian Faith, which...
... Chapter XXII."These exhortations are confirmed by the Christian faith, which
proclaims the misery of sinful conduct. Now the faith...
These Exhortations are Confirmed by the Christian Faith, which...
... Corinthians. Chapter XXII."These Exhortations are Confirmed by the Christian
Faith, WhichProclaims the Misery of Sinful Conduct....
So Far He Has Set Forth a Single Exposition of the Passage; but on...
... to show that God is just. Let us see then what this other man' says, who
proclaims the justice of God. 26. So far he has set forth...
The Wearied Christ
... Nor does that exhausted Figure, reclining on Jacob's Well, preach to us only
what He was. Itproclaims to us likewise what we should be....
Synopsis. --The Cardinal Point in the Present Discussion
... When Elijahproclaims to idolaters that their deity is no God, and, as we read,
corroborates his words by calling down fire from heaven to consume his sacrifice...
Hymn at Cock-Crow
... the shining day is born! The herald cockproclaims the morn: And Christ, the soul's
Awakener, cries, Bidding us back to life arise. Away the sluggard's bed!...
The Secret Burden
... Down to Gehenna, and up to the throne, He travels the fastest, who travels alone.
"Apart! Apart! Apart!"proclaims this prophet, ten times, in the text....
Thesaurus
Proclaims (6 Occurrences)... Multi-Version Concordance
Proclaims (6 Occurrences). Deuteronomy 18:22 When
a prophet speaketh in the name of the LORD, if the thing
...Crier (1 Occurrence)
... 2. (n.) an officer whoproclaims the orders or directions of a court, or who gives
public notice by loud proclamation; as, a town-crier. Int....
Proclamation (31 Occurrences)
Kore (4 Occurrences)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. KORE. ko-'re (qore, "one whoproclaims"):
(1) A Levite of David's time, descended from Kohath and Korah....
Joab (128 Occurrences)
... Davidproclaims his own innocence in the matter, commands Joab as well as the people
to mourn publicly for the dead hero (2 Samuel 3:31), composes a lament for...
Gospel (108 Occurrences)
... from the Anglo-Saxon word which meant "the story concerning God." In the New Testament
the Greek word euaggelion, means "good news." Itproclaims tidings of...
Trumpeter (1 Occurrence)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (n.) One who sounds a trumpet. 2. (n.) One
whoproclaims, publishes, or denounces. 3. (n.) Any one...
Declarer (1 Occurrence)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (n.) One who makes known orproclaims; that which
exhibits. Multi-Version Concordance Declarer (1 Occurrence)....
Drunkenness (10 Occurrences)
... Thus, Amosproclaims judgment on the voluptuous and dissolute rulers of Samaria
"that drink wine in (large) bowls" (Amos 6:6), and the wealthy ladies who press...
Principality (3 Occurrences)
... rulers of this world aion), and declares (Ephesians 6:12) that the Christian has
to contend with "the world-rulers of this darkness," andproclaims the triumph...
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