word of god
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Definition
- Proper noun:
- The message of the Gospel of Christ; the Christian revelation. Refers specifically to the teachings and message of Jesus Christ as recorded in the Bible.
- The sacred writings of the Christian religion; the Bible. Refers to the holy scripture of Christianity, considered to be divinely inspired.
- A manifestation of the mind and will of God. Refers to a specific communication, revelation, or action understood to directly express God's intent.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- The preacher dedicated his life to spreading the Word of God.
- Her faith is deeply rooted in the Word of God as found in the Scriptures.
- They believed the miraculous event was a direct Word of God to the people.
Advanced Usage
- "To preach/teach the Word of God": To deliver sermons or lessons based on the Bible.
- The missionary's purpose was to teach the Word of God in remote villages.
- "According to the Word of God": As stated or commanded in the Bible.
- They structured their lives according to the Word of God.
Variants and Related Words
- God's word: A synonymous phrase with identical meaning.
- He sought guidance through God's word.
- Logos: A theological term, especially in the Gospel of John, meaning the Word of God as a divine principle.
- Scripture: Often used interchangeably when referring to the Bible as the written Word of God.
Synonyms
- The Gospel: The message concerning Christ and salvation.
- Holy Scripture: The sacred writings.
- Divine revelation: A communication from God.
Related Idioms
- "The Word became flesh": A reference to the doctrine of the incarnation of Jesus Christ (from John 1:14).
- The central tenet of Christianity is that the Word of God became flesh and dwelt among us.
Noun
- the message of the Gospel of Christ
- the sacred writings of the Christian religions
- he went to carry the Word to the heathen
- a manifestation of the mind and will of God