The term "escheweth" is an archaic English word that appears in the King James Version (KJV) of the Bible, primarily in the context of moral and ethical behavior. It is derived from the Middle English "eschuen," which means to avoid or shun. In modern translations, such as the Berean Standard Bible , the term is often rendered as "avoids" or "shuns."

Biblical Usage:

1. Job 1:1 : "In the land of Uz there was a man named Job. And this man was blameless and upright, fearing God and shunning evil." In this verse, "escheweth" is translated as "shunning" in the BSB. Job is described as a man who actively avoids evil, demonstrating his righteousness and reverence for God. His eschewing of evil is a testament to his character and faithfulness.

2. 1 Peter 3:11 : "He must turn away from evil and do good; he must seek peace and pursue it." While the BSB uses "turn away," the KJV uses "eschew" to convey the idea of deliberately avoiding evil actions and thoughts. This verse emphasizes the Christian duty to not only avoid sin but also to actively pursue righteousness and peace.

Theological Significance:

The concept of eschewing evil is deeply rooted in the biblical call to holiness and moral integrity. It reflects the believer's commitment to live a life that is pleasing to God by rejecting sin and its influences. This avoidance is not passive but requires intentional action and discernment, aligning one's life with God's commandments and principles.

Practical Application:

For Christians, eschewing evil involves a conscious effort to resist temptation and to distance oneself from situations, behaviors, or influences that could lead to sin. It requires vigilance and a strong foundation in Scripture to recognize and reject what is contrary to God's will. This practice is supported by prayer, fellowship with other believers, and reliance on the Holy Spirit for strength and guidance.

Related Concepts:

· Holiness: Eschewing evil is closely related to the biblical call to holiness, as seen in 1 Peter 1:15-16 : "But just as He who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do; for it is written: 'Be holy, because I am holy.'"
· Repentance: Turning away from evil is a key aspect of repentance, which involves a change of mind and heart, leading to a transformation in behavior.
· Spiritual Warfare: Eschewing evil is part of the believer's engagement in spiritual warfare, resisting the devil and standing firm in faith, as instructed in Ephesians 6:10-18.

In summary, "escheweth" encapsulates the biblical mandate to actively avoid evil and pursue a life of righteousness, reflecting a heart devoted to God and His ways.

Blessed Adversity.
... Himself bears testimony to His servant: "that there is none like him in the earth,
a perfect and an upright man, one that feareth GOD, and escheweth evil; and ...
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Our Attitude Toward his Sovereignty
... of Job-the one of whom the Lord Himself said "There is none like him in the earth,
a perfect and an upright man, one that feareth God, and escheweth evil" (Job ...
/.../pink/the sovereignty of god/chapter ten our attitude toward.htm

The Scripture Knows no Christians but Saints, who in all Things ...
... But now if the scripture saint did not mean a man that escheweth all evil, and was
holy in all his conversation, saint and no saint would have only such ...
/.../address 223 0 0 the scripture knows.htm

December 14 Evening
... Satan, Hast thou considered my servant Job, that there is none like him in the earth,
a perfect and an upright man, one that feareth God, and escheweth evil? ...
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Letter cxviii. To Julian.
... the devil: "Hast thou considered my servant Job, that there is none like him in
the earth, a perfect and an upright man, one that feareth God and escheweth evil ...
/.../jerome/the principal works of st jerome/letter cxviii to julian.htm

Evil Habits and Injurious Indulgences.
... Hast thou considered my servant Job, that there is none like him in the earth, a
perfect and an upright man, one that feareth God and escheweth evil?" so the ...
//christianbookshelf.org/orr/the gospel day /chapter xiv evil habits and.htm

The Voice of Job.
... Hast thou considered my servant Job, that there is none like him in the earth, a
perfect and an upright man, one that feareth God, and escheweth evil?' God ...
//christianbookshelf.org/macdonald/unspoken sermons/the voice of job.htm

On the Discoveries of Faith
... experience. Whoever has attained this, the faith of a servant, "feareth God
and escheweth evil;" or, as it is expressed by St. Peter ...
/.../wesley/sermons on several occasions/sermon 110 on the discoveries.htm

Divine Sovereignty.
... Satan, Hest thou considered my servant Job, that there is none like him in the earth,
a perfect and an upright man, one that feareth God, and escheweth evil? ...
/.../finney/systematic theology/lecture xlv divine sovereignty.htm

A Treatise of the Fear of God;
The Works of John Bunyan Volumes 1-3. <. ...
/.../bunyan/the works of john bunyan volumes 1-3/a treatise of the fear.htm

Escheweth (2 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Escheweth (2 Occurrences). Job 1:8 And the LORD
said unto Satan, Hast thou considered my servant Job, that ...
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Feareth (36 Occurrences)
... Satan, Hast thou considered my servant Job, that there is none like him in the earth,
a perfect and an upright man, one that feareth God, and escheweth evil? ...
/f/feareth.htm - 17k

Escort (4 Occurrences)

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Eschewed (1 Occurrence)

/e/eschewed.htm - 6k

Movedst (1 Occurrence)
... Satan, Hast thou considered my servant Job, that there is none like him in the earth,
a perfect and an upright man, one that feareth God, and escheweth evil? ...
/m/movedst.htm - 6k

Holdeth (21 Occurrences)
... Satan, Hast thou considered my servant Job, that there is none like him in the earth,
a perfect and an upright man, one that feareth God, and escheweth evil? ...
/h/holdeth.htm - 12k

Move (113 Occurrences)
... Satan, Hast thou considered my servant Job, that there is none like him in the earth,
a perfect and an upright man, one that feareth God, and escheweth evil? ...
/m/move.htm - 38k

Fast (157 Occurrences)
... Satan, Hast thou considered my servant Job, that there is none like him in the earth,
a perfect and an upright man, one that feareth God, and escheweth evil? ...
/f/fast.htm - 49k

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