The term "deducted" is not explicitly found in the Bible; however, the concept of deduction, in the sense of subtraction or removal, can be seen in various biblical principles and narratives. In Scripture, the idea of something being taken away or subtracted often carries significant theological implications, particularly in the context of judgment, discipline, and divine justice.

Biblical Principles of Deduction

1. Divine Judgment and Subtraction: The Bible frequently illustrates the concept of God deducting blessings or privileges as a form of judgment. For instance, in the account of King Saul, God deducts the kingdom from Saul due to his disobedience. 1 Samuel 15:28 states, "So Samuel said to him, 'The LORD has torn the kingdom of Israel from you today and has given it to your neighbor who is better than you.'"

2. Discipline and Correction: Deduction is also seen in the context of divine discipline. Hebrews 12:6 says, "For the Lord disciplines the one He loves, and He chastises every son He receives." Here, the removal of certain comforts or privileges can be understood as a means of correction and growth in righteousness.

3. Subtraction of Sin: In a spiritual sense, the concept of deduction is profoundly positive when it refers to the removal of sin. Psalm 103:12 declares, "As far as the east is from the west, so far has He removed our transgressions from us." This divine subtraction is central to the message of redemption and forgiveness through Christ.

4. Loss Due to Unfaithfulness: The Bible warns of the potential for loss or deduction due to unfaithfulness. In the Parable of the Talents, the servant who fails to invest his master's money wisely has his talent taken away. Matthew 25:28 records, "'So take the talent from him and give it to the one who has ten talents.'"

5. Covenantal Consequences: The Old Testament often describes the consequences of Israel's unfaithfulness in terms of loss or deduction of blessings. Deuteronomy 28 outlines blessings for obedience and curses for disobedience, including the removal of prosperity and peace.

Theological Implications

The concept of deduction in the Bible underscores the seriousness of sin and disobedience, as well as the holiness and justice of God. It serves as a reminder of the consequences of turning away from God's commandments and the importance of faithfulness. At the same time, the removal of sin through Christ's atoning work highlights God's grace and mercy, offering believers hope and restoration.

In summary, while the specific term "deducted" may not appear in Scripture, the underlying principles of subtraction and removal are woven throughout biblical narratives and teachings, reflecting both the justice and mercy of God.(imp. & p. p.) of Deduct.1639. gara -- to diminish, restrain, withdraw
... root Definition to diminish, restrain, withdraw NASB Word Usage cut off (1), cut
short (1), deducted (1), diminished (1), draws (1), hinder (1), limit (1 ...
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To J. Tarn, Esq. , Under-Treasurer of the British and Foreign ...
... 6d. are to be deducted 7 pounds, 4s., or the salary of twelve days not drawn
for, which twelve days were spent in the journey. The ...
/.../borrow/letters of george borrow/to j tarn esq under-treasurer.htm

Partakers of the Divine Nature
... in big words, of which we have very little grasp, about 'Omniscience,' and
'Omnipresence,' and 'Eternity,' and such like, these things may be deducted and ...
/.../partakers of the divine nature.htm

The Last Agony
... Possibly Samgar-Nebo is also to be deducted, for it has been suggested that, as
that name stands, it is anomalous, and it has been proposed to render its first ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture h/the last agony.htm

To J. Tarn, Esq.
... I had advanced to the printer in consequence of the illness of his compositors the
sum of 250, which being deducted from the 5000 I shall, in order to prevent ...
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Conversion of all that Come.
... demand it of them. And nothing may be deducted either from the divine
sovereignty or from the sinner's deadness. Every demand for ...
/.../kuyper/the work of the holy spirit/xxix conversion of all that.htm

Book viii. Epistle i. To Peter, Bishop.
... to the presbyter of the Church situated in Mount Negeugnus [1727] the possession
which thy Fraternity has asked for, so that its value may be deducted from the ...
/.../gregory/the epistles of saint gregory the great/book viii epistle i to.htm

Of the Life of Mortals, which is Rather to be Called Death than ...
... For whatever time we live is deducted from our whole term of life, and that which
remains is daily becoming less and less; so that our whole life is nothing ...
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The Blessedness of Giving
... I further determined, that when at any time my net profits, that is, profits from
which clerk-hire and store expenses had been deducted, should exceed [USD]500 ...
/.../various/the wonders of prayer/the blessedness of giving.htm

Letter xii. Improvement of Time. Present Obligation.
... Bear continually in mind that every moment you waste will be deducted from the period
of your earthly existence; but do not try to crowd too much into the ...
/.../letter xii improvement of time.htm

Whether the Time of the Persecution or Antichrist Should be ...
... the imprisonment of the devil shorter, "or at least that, as three years and six
months is a very short time, it is not reckoned as either deducted from the ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/augustine/city of god/chapter 13 whether the time of.htm

Deducted (1 Occurrence)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (imp. & pp) of Deduct. Multi-Version Concordance
Deducted (1 Occurrence). Leviticus 27:18 But if he dedicates ...
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Deduction (1 Occurrence)
... 4. (n.) That which is deducted; the part taken away; abatement; as, a deduction
from the yearly rent. Multi-Version Concordance Deduction (1 Occurrence). ...
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Zerah (22 Occurrences)
... conquest of Asa, coming as it did from a late source (2 Chronicles 14:9-15), was
regarded as "apocryphal": "If the incredibilities are deducted nothing at all ...
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Dedication-song (1 Occurrence)
Dedication-song. Dedication-offering, Dedication-song. Deducted . Multi-Version
Concordance ... (DBY). Dedication-offering, Dedication-song. Deducted . ...
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Ethiopian (11 Occurrences)
... conquest of Asa, coming as it did from a late source (2 Chronicles 14:9-15), was
regarded as "apocryphal": "If the incredibilities are deducted nothing at all ...
/e/ethiopian.htm - 18k

Agrapha
... 4. Sayings in New Testament: When all the sayings belonging to these five classes,
and a few others of liturgical origin, have been deducted there remain about ...
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Judges (117 Occurrences)
... Abimelech's rule. If these be deducted, the resultant number (296) is very near
the total which the statement in 1 Kings 6:1 suggests. No ...
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Anem (1 Occurrence)
... Abimelech's rule. If these be deducted, the resultant number (296) is very near
the total which the statement in 1 Kings 6:1 suggests. No ...
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