The term "begone" is often associated with a command to depart or leave, and while the specific word "begone" does not appear in the Berean Standard Bible, the concept is present in various passages where authority is exercised over evil or unwelcome entities. This entry explores the biblical context and theological implications of such commands, particularly in relation to spiritual warfare and the authority of Christ.

Biblical Context

1. Temptation of Jesus: One of the most notable instances of a command to depart is found in the account of Jesus' temptation in the wilderness. In Matthew 4:10 , Jesus responds to Satan's temptations by saying, "Away from Me, Satan! For it is written: 'Worship the Lord your God and serve Him only.'" Here, Jesus exercises divine authority, commanding Satan to leave, thereby demonstrating His power over evil.

2. Exorcisms and Healings: Throughout the Gospels, Jesus frequently commands unclean spirits to depart from those they possess. In Mark 1:25 , Jesus rebukes a demon, saying, "Be silent and come out of him!" The immediate obedience of the spirits to Jesus' command underscores His authority over the spiritual realm.

3. Apostolic Authority: The apostles, empowered by the Holy Spirit, also exercised authority over evil spirits. In Acts 16:18 , Paul commands a spirit of divination to leave a slave girl: "I command you in the name of Jesus Christ to come out of her." The spirit departs, illustrating the continued authority of Christ's followers over demonic forces.

Theological Implications

1. Authority of Christ: The commands to "begone" or depart highlight the supreme authority of Jesus Christ over all creation, including the spiritual realm. His ability to command and be obeyed by spiritual entities affirms His divine nature and sovereignty.

2. Spiritual Warfare: The concept of commanding evil to depart is integral to the Christian understanding of spiritual warfare. Believers are called to resist the devil and his schemes, as stated in James 4:7 : "Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you." This resistance is rooted in the authority granted to believers through their relationship with Christ.

3. Sanctification and Purity: The act of commanding evil to depart is also symbolic of the believer's journey toward sanctification and purity. Just as Jesus and the apostles cast out demons, Christians are called to cast out sin and impurity from their lives, striving to live in holiness and obedience to God.

Practical Application

1. Prayer and Intercession: Christians are encouraged to pray for deliverance from evil, invoking the name of Jesus to command spiritual forces to depart. This practice is rooted in faith and the authority of Christ, recognizing that victory over evil is achieved through His power.

2. Living in Authority: Believers are reminded of their identity in Christ and the authority they possess as children of God. This authority is not to be wielded lightly but with humility and reliance on the Holy Spirit, acknowledging that it is Christ who ultimately commands and conquers.

In summary, while the specific term "begone" may not be explicitly found in the biblical text, the concept of commanding evil to depart is a significant theme throughout Scripture, reflecting the authority of Christ and the call for believers to live in victory over sin and spiritual darkness.1. (interj.) Go away; depart; get you gone.

2. (p. p.) Surrounded; furnished; beset; environed (as in woe-begone).

5217. hupago -- to lead or bring under, to lead on slowly, to ...
... Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: hupago Phonetic Spelling: (hoop-ag'-o) Short
Definition: I go away, depart Definition: I go away, depart, begone, die. ...
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The Meek Reply of Christ.
... replies, "Get thee hence, Satan." [1351] He does not say, "Get thee behind Me,"
for it is not possible that he should be converted; but, "Begone, Satan," to ...
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How St Francis, Walking one Day with Brother Leo, Explained to Him ...
... should answer angrily, What ye say is not the truth; ye are but two impostors going
about to deceive the world, and take away the alms of the poor; begone I say ...
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A Preacher's Soliloquy
... No little child, no youth, no man; I cannot say, Depart from me; I cannot say, Begone,
begone,. I have no part in thee. No part? But how? Do I not love you? ...
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After this Celsus Continues: "If These Meaning the Christians ...
... a different individual (as the Christ), while the common and ready cry [4332] of
all parties is, Believe, if thou wilt be saved, or else begone,' what shall ...
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A Caution to the Presumptuous
... let him have the song perpetually on his lips, and his eye be ever sparkling with
joy:"the happy, happy man who laughs at care, and cries, "Begone, dull care ...
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The Life of Mr. John M'Clelland.
... me to joys. Begone, short woes, begone, I lived to die, but now I die to
live, I do enjoy more than I did believe. The promise me ...
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Whether the Mode and Order of the Temptation were Becoming?
... that "Christ purposed to overcome the devil by humility, not by might." Therefore
He should not have repulsed him with a haughty rebuke, saying: "Begone, Satan ...
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Distinguishing Grace
... It is not fit that thou shouldest live in my heart, thou monster! Begone! Begonel
Find a fitter habitation than my soul. ... Begone, pride! Begone! ...
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How we Should Learn to Die, and of the Nature of an Unprovided
... body! Begone, begone, from me, soft reclining, long sleeping, good eating
and drinking, perishable honours, delicateness and luxury! ...
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Hymns of Suffering and Trust.
... year. "BEGONE UNBELIEF, MY SAVIOUR IS NEAR.". The Rev. ... poet: Begone, unbelief,
my Saviour is near, And for my relief will surely appear. ...
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Begone (7 Occurrences)
... 1. (interj.) Go away; depart; get you gone. 2. (pp) Surrounded; furnished;
beset; environed (as in woe-begone). ...Begone (7 Occurrences). ...
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Bloodshed (43 Occurrences)
... (DBY NAS NIV). 2 Samuel 16:7 And thus said Shimei when he cursed: 'Begone,
begone, thou man of blood, and base fellow; (See NAS). ...
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Shim'ei (40 Occurrences)
... came. (See RSV). 2 Samuel 16:7 And thus said Shimei when he cursed: 'Begone,
begone, thou man of blood, and base fellow; (See RSV). 2 ...
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Begins (12 Occurrences)

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Homage (51 Occurrences)
... Matthew 4:10 "Begone, Satan!" Jesus replied; "for it is written, 'To the Lord thy
God thou shalt do homage, and to Him alone shalt thou render worship.'" (WEY ...
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Out (29154 Occurrences)
... 15. (interj.) Expressing impatience, anger, a desire to be rid of; -- with the force
of command; go out; begone; away; off. Multi-Version Concordance ...
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Off (5363 Occurrences)
... as, to look off. 6. (adv.) Denoting opposition or negation. 7. (interj.)
Away; begone; -- a command to depart. 8. (prep.) Not on ...
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Wrongdoers (18 Occurrences)
... (BBE). Luke 13:27 "But He will reply, "'I tell you that you are no friends of mine.
Begone from me, all of you, wrongdoers that you are.' (WEY). ...
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Wickedness (232 Occurrences)
... Wickedness (232 Occurrences). Matthew 7:23 "And then I will tell them plainly,
"'I never knew you: begone from me, you doers of wickedness.' (WEY). ...
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Fires (8 Occurrences)
... Isaiah 50:11 Behold, all ye that kindle a fire, that gird yourselves with firebrands,
begone in the flame of your fire, and among the brands that ye have ...
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