The term "another's" in the context of the Bible often refers to the concept of ownership, responsibility, or the treatment of others' possessions and rights. This concept is deeply rooted in the biblical principles of justice, love, and respect for one's neighbor.

Old Testament Context

In the Old Testament, the idea of respecting another's property and rights is embedded in the Mosaic Law. For instance, the Ten Commandments include directives that protect another's property and relationships. Exodus 20:17 states, "You shall not covet your neighbor’s house. You shall not covet your neighbor’s wife, or his male or female servant, his ox or donkey, or anything that belongs to your neighbor." This commandment underscores the importance of respecting what belongs to others and not harboring desires that could lead to actions infringing upon another's rights.

The laws given to Israel also include specific instructions on how to handle situations involving another's property. For example, Exodus 22:14 provides guidance: "If a man borrows an animal from his neighbor and it is injured or dies while its owner is not present, he must make restitution." This law emphasizes accountability and the responsibility to make amends when one is entrusted with another's property.

New Testament Context

In the New Testament, the teachings of Jesus and the apostles further expand on the principles of respecting another's rights and property. Jesus' teaching in the Sermon on the Mount highlights the importance of treating others with the same respect and care one would desire for oneself. Matthew 7:12 states, "In everything, then, do to others as you would have them do to you. For this is the essence of the Law and the Prophets."

The Apostle Paul also addresses the issue of respecting another's conscience and freedoms in his letters. In Romans 14:13 , Paul writes, "Therefore let us stop judging one another. Instead, make up your mind not to put any stumbling block or obstacle in your brother’s way." Here, Paul emphasizes the importance of being considerate of another's spiritual journey and not imposing one's own convictions in a way that might harm or hinder them.

Ethical and Moral Implications

The biblical principle of respecting another's property and rights extends beyond mere legalistic adherence to rules. It is rooted in the broader ethical and moral framework of love and justice. The Bible calls believers to act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with God (Micah 6:8). This includes honoring and respecting what belongs to others, whether it be physical possessions, personal rights, or spiritual convictions.

The teachings of Scripture encourage believers to cultivate a heart of generosity and selflessness, recognizing that all possessions ultimately belong to God. In 1 Corinthians 4:7 , Paul reminds the believers, "For who makes you so superior? What do you have that you did not receive? And if you did receive it, why do you boast as though you did not?" This perspective fosters a sense of stewardship rather than ownership, encouraging believers to use their resources and influence for the benefit of others and the glory of God.

Conclusion

The biblical concept of "another's" encompasses a wide range of ethical and moral teachings that guide believers in their interactions with others. By respecting another's property, rights, and conscience, Christians are called to reflect the love and justice of God in their daily lives.5159. tropophoreo -- to bear with another's manners
... to bear with another's manners. Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: tropophoreo
Phonetic Spelling: (trop-of-or-eh'-o) Short Definition: I endure the ways of ...
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245. allotrios -- belonging to another
... belonging to another. Part of Speech: Adjective Transliteration: allotrios Phonetic
Spelling: (al-lot'-ree-os) Short Definition: belonging to another person ...
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3060. loidoros -- abusive, subst. railer
... abuser. Cognate: 3060 -- reproach (reviling); used of another's reputation
by denigrating, abusive insults (, 4:293). See 3058 (). ...
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243. allos -- other, another
... other, another. Part of Speech: Adjective Transliteration: allos Phonetic Spelling:
(al'-los) Short Definition: other, another, different Definition: other ...
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240. allelon -- of one another
... of one another. Part of Speech: Reciprocal Pronoun Transliteration: allelon Phonetic
Spelling: (al-lay'-lone) Short Definition: one another Definition: one ...
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3622. oikonomia -- stewardship, administration
... 3622 (from 3621 , "a , managing a ") -- properly, a , management (administration),
ie where a person looks after another's affairs (resources). ...
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4273. prodotes -- a betrayer
... betrayer, traitor. From prodidomi (in the sense of giving forward into another's
(the enemy's) hands); a surrender -- betrayer, traitor. see GREEK prodidomi. ...
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5355. phthonos -- envy
... 5355 ("ill-will") conveys "displeasure at another's good; . .without longing to
raise oneself to the level of him whom he envies, but only to the ...
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3341. metanoia -- change of mind, repentance
... repentance. From metanoeo; (subjectively) compunction (for guilt, including
reformation); by implication, reversal (of (another's) decision) -- repentance. ...
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4777. sugkakopatheo -- to bear evil treatment along with
... comrade). 4777 ("suffer together") refers to sharing another's ill treatment
and that go with it. It is only used in 2 Tim 1:8. ...
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7468. reuth -- fellow (woman)
... Word Origin from raah Definition fellow (woman) NASB Word Usage another (1), another's
(1), kind (1), mate (1), neighbor (2). another, mate, neighbor. ...
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7453. rea -- friend, companion, fellow
... Word Origin from raah Definition friend, companion, fellow NASB Word Usage another
(27), another's (5), another* (1), companion (3), fellow (1), friend (30 ...
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Whether those who are Subject to Another's Power are Hindered from ...
... SERVICE BY PROMISE (Q ) Whether those who are subject to another's power
are hindered from taking vows? Objection 1: It would seem ...
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Whether one who is under Another's Power Can Give Alms?
... OF ALMSDEEDS (TEN ARTICLES) Whether one who is under another's power can give
alms? ... Therefore those who are in another's power can give alms. ...
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Whether Anyone is Punished for Another's Sin?
... OF THE DEBT OF PUNISHMENT (EIGHT ARTICLES) Whether anyone is punished for another's
sin? Objection 1: It would seem that one may be punished for another's sin. ...
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Whether one Man May Hope for Another's Eternal Happiness?
... OF HOPE, CONSIDERED IN ITSELF (EIGHT ARTICLES) Whether one man may hope
for another's eternal happiness? Objection 1: It would seem ...
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Can I See Another's Woe,
... The Treasury of Sacred Song. Book First CCXXXVI Can I see another's woe,. And not
be in sorrow too? Can I see another's grief,. And not seek for kind relief? ...
/.../palgrave/the treasury of sacred song/ccxxxvi can i see anothers.htm

Whether the Essence of Theft Consists in Taking Another's Thing ...
... OF THEFT AND ROBBERY (NINE ARTICLES) Whether the essence of theft consists
in taking another's thing secretly? Objection 1: It would ...
/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether the essence of theft.htm

Of the violence which May be done to the Body by Another's Lust ...
... The City of God.Book I. Chapter 18."Of the Violence Which May Be Done to the
Body by Another's Lust, While the Mind Remains Inviolate. ...
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Whether Every one Will be Able to Read all that is in Another's ...
... QQ -99)OF THE KNOWLEDGE WHICH, AFTER RISING AGAIN, MEN WILL HAVE AT THE JUDGMENT
Whether every one will be able to read all that is in another's conscience? ...
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Whether a Man Ought to have Contrition for Another's Sin?
... OF THE OBJECT OF CONTRITION (SIX ARTICLES) Whether a man ought to have
contrition for another's sin? Objection 1: It would seem ...
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(That no Bishop Should Presume in Anything Pertaining to Another's ...
... The Second Epistle. III. (That no bishop should presume in anything pertaining
to another's parish, and of the transference of bishops.). ...
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Another's (28 Occurrences)
...Another's (28 Occurrences). Luke 16:12 If you have not been faithful in that which
is another's, who will give you that which is your own? (WEB ASV DBY NAS RSV) ...
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Else's (5 Occurrences)
... Else's (5 Occurrences). Luke 16:12 If you have not been faithful in that which is
another's, who will give you that which is your own? (See NIV). ...
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Feet (2931 Occurrences)
... Before the supper is eaten all the communicants wash one another's feet; the brethren
by themselves, and likewise the sisters by themselves. (1) The Mode. ...
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Untrue (50 Occurrences)
... Romans 7:3 So if, while the husband is living, she is joined to another man, she
will get the name of one who is untrue to her husband: but if the husband is ...
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Other's (6 Occurrences)
... Other's (6 Occurrences). Luke 16:12 If you have not been faithful in that which
is another's, who will give you that which is your own? ...
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Someone (153 Occurrences)
... go away. (BBE). Matthew 11:3 and said to him, "Are you he who comes, or
should we look for another?" (See NAS NIV). Matthew 12:41 ...
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Envy (56 Occurrences)
... 2. (n.) Chagrin, mortification, discontent, or uneasiness at the sight of another's
excellence or good fortune, accompanied with some degree of hatred and a ...
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Meddle (6 Occurrences)
... 3. (vi) To interest or engage one's self unnecessarily or impertinently, to interfere
or busy one's self improperly with another's affairs; specifically, to ...
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Covered (325 Occurrences)
... Luke 5:12 On another occasion, when He was in one of the towns, there was a man
there covered with leprosy, who, seeing Jesus, threw himself at His feet and ...
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Announce (56 Occurrences)
... (DBY). Romans 15:20 and so aiming to announce the glad tidings, not where Christ
has been named, that I might not build upon another's foundation; (DBY). ...
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