Definition

1. 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

1. the message of the Gospel of Christ
2. the sacred writings of the Christian religions
   • he went to carry the Word to the heathen
3. a manifestation of the mind and will of God