In the context of the Bible, "expressing" refers to the act of conveying thoughts, emotions, or messages through words, actions, or other forms of communication. The Scriptures provide numerous examples and teachings on the importance and power of expression, both in human interactions and in one's relationship with God.

Expression in Worship and Prayer

The Bible emphasizes the significance of expressing one's devotion and reverence to God through worship and prayer. In the Psalms, we find numerous instances where the psalmists express their adoration, gratitude, and supplication to God. Psalm 100:1-2 encourages believers to express their worship joyfully: "Shout for joy to the LORD, all the earth. Serve the LORD with gladness; come into His presence with joyful songs."

Prayer is another vital form of expression, where believers communicate with God, sharing their needs, confessions, and praises. Jesus taught His disciples to express their prayers sincerely and humbly, as seen in Matthew 6:9-13 , where He provides the Lord's Prayer as a model for expressing one's petitions to God.

Expression of Love and Compassion

The Bible calls believers to express love and compassion towards others, reflecting the love of Christ. In John 13:34-35 , Jesus commands His followers: "A new commandment I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you also must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are My disciples, if you love one another." This expression of love is not merely in words but also in actions, as demonstrated in the parable of the Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37), where love is expressed through acts of kindness and mercy.

Expression of Truth and Wisdom

The Bible also highlights the importance of expressing truth and wisdom. Proverbs 15:23 states, "A man takes joy in a fitting reply—and how good is a timely word!" Believers are encouraged to speak truthfully and wisely, as their words have the power to build up or tear down. Ephesians 4:15 instructs, "Instead, speaking the truth in love, we will in all things grow up into Christ Himself, who is the head."

Expression of Faith and Testimony

Expressing one's faith and testimony is a crucial aspect of the Christian life. Believers are called to share the gospel and their personal experiences of God's work in their lives. 1 Peter 3:15 exhorts Christians to be prepared to express their hope: "But in your hearts sanctify Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give a defense to everyone who asks you the reason for the hope that is in you. But respond with gentleness and respect."

Expression of Emotions

The Bible acknowledges the full range of human emotions and provides guidance on expressing them appropriately. The book of Psalms, in particular, is a rich tapestry of emotional expression, from joy and gratitude to lament and sorrow. Ecclesiastes 3:4 recognizes the seasons of life, stating, "a time to weep and a time to laugh, a time to mourn and a time to dance."

In summary, the Bible provides a comprehensive framework for understanding and practicing the art of expression in various aspects of life, encouraging believers to communicate with sincerity, love, and wisdom.(p. pr. & vb. n.) of Express.1436. ea -- ah! ha! (interj. expressing surprise, indignation ...
... expressing surprise, indignation, fear). Part of Speech: Interjection Transliteration:
ea Phonetic Spelling: (eh'-ah) Short Definition: an interjection: ho! ...
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2443. hina -- in order that, that, so that
... 2443 ("for the purpose that") is "the (dramatic) way of expressing in Greek
(as compared for example to the plain infinitive)" (G. Archer). ...
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3649. ololuzo -- to cry aloud
... 3649 -- an onomatopoetic term, resembling the sound of an ecstatic (exuberant) cry
or shriek; meaning , , expressing feelings (used only in Js 5:1). ...
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4780. sugkalupto -- to cover completely
... cover) " (Souter). 4780 () is (note the intensive prefix, ) -- expressing "
concealment" (, 1, 28.81). It is only used in Lk 12:2. Word ...
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3115. makrothumia -- patience, long-suffering
... 3115 (from 3117 , "long" and 2372 , "passion, anger") -- properly, long-passion,
ie waiting sufficient time before expressing anger. ...
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2372. thumos -- passion
... This flaw is completely absent of the Lord expressing (inspiring) anger. Accordingly,
2372 () is used of God's perfect, holy in (Rev 14:10,19,15:1, etc.). ...
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3854. paraginomai -- to be beside, to arrive
... par-ag-in'-om-ahee) Short Definition: I appear, come, arrive at Definition: (a)
I come on the scene, appear, come, (b) with words expressing destination: I ...
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1211. de -- indeed, now (used to give emphasis or urgency to a ...
... Disjunctive Particle Transliteration: de Phonetic Spelling: (day) Short Definition:
so, then, indeed, truly Definition: (a) in a clause expressing demand: so ...
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3710. orgizo -- to make angry
... irritate, provoke, am angry. Cognate: 3710 -- be angry, as expressing a
"fixed anger" (settled opposition). 3710 ("to show settled ...
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3651. holoteles -- complete, perfect
... 3651 is rare outside the NT, but occurs four times in Hermas (about ad 140) -- again
expressing the idea of "full continuity (unbroken, complete)" (, 5, 174).]. ...
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1929. hah -- alas!
... Definition alas! NASB Word Usage alas (1). Expressing grief. A shortened form of
'ahahh; ah! Expressing grief -- woe worth. see HEBREW 'ahahh. 1928, 1929. ...
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2005. hen -- lo! behold!
... behold, if, lo, though. A primitive particle; lo!; also (as expressing surprise)
if -- behold, if, lo, though. 2004, 2005. hen. 2006 . Strong's Numbers.
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162. ahah -- alas!
... interj. Definition alas! NASB Word Usage Ah (5), alas (10). ah, alas. Apparently
a primitive word expressing pain exclamatorily; Oh! -- ah, alas. 161, 162. ...
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Celsus, Still Expressing his Opinion Regarding the Jews, Says...
... Chapter L. Celsus, still expressing his opinion regarding the Jews, says?
Celsus, still expressing his opinion regarding the Jews ...
/.../origen/origen against celsus/chapter l celsus still expressing.htm

Let us Notice Now what Follows, Where, Expressing in a Single Word ...
... Chapter XLIX. Let us notice now what follows, where, expressing in a single
word his opinion regarding? Let us notice now what ...
/.../origen/origen against celsus/chapter xlix let us notice.htm

Second Epistle of the Same to the Same, Expressing Premature ...
... Letters of the Blessed Theodoret, CLXIV. Second Epistle of the same to
the same, expressing premature triumph in Victory. Through ...
/.../the ecclesiastical history of theodoret/clxiv second epistle of the.htm

Shame on Account of God's Displeasure.
... Men have several methods of expressing their opinion of us and their feeling toward
us; and these methods are quite effectual for their purpose. ...
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Three Moral Symbols Devised by the Manich??ans for no Good.
... Do you wish to separate the action of the tongue, as being for the purpose of
expressing something, from actions which are not for this purpose, so that the ...
/.../chapter 10 name moral symbols.htm

Heraclitus' Estimate of Hesiod; Paradoxes of Heraclitus; his ...
... For day, he says, and night are one, expressing himself somehow thus: "The teacher,
however, of a vast amount of information is Hesiod, and people suppose this ...
/.../the refutation of all heresies/chapter v heraclitus estimate of hesiod.htm

And in the Holy Ghost. What Has Been Delivered Above Somewhat at ...
... In order, therefore, that the Persons may be distinguished, the terms expressing
relationship (the properties) are varied, whereby the first is understood to ...
/.../35 and in the holy.htm

The Holy Catholic Church.
... "I believe in the Holy Catholic Church." It is an article of faith added to our
profession of faith in God, expressing our belief in the reality of the Gospel. ...
/.../burbidge/the kingdom of heaven what is it/chapter ix the holy catholic.htm

God's Curse on Sin.
... These words of Ezekiel may be understood as expressing in the prophet's language
what the Book of Deuteronomy expresses in such denunciations as those which ...
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The Message Heeded
... Filled with joy, the apostle sent another letter to the Corinthian believers,
expressing his gladness of heart because of the good work wrought in them ...
/.../white/the acts of the apostles/lesson 31 the message heeded.htm

Expressing (5 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Expressing (5 Occurrences). ... And while every one was expressing
wonder at all that He was doing, He said to his disciples, (WEY). ...
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Into (18988 Occurrences)
... 2. (prep.) Expressing entrance, or a passing from the outside of a thing to its
interior parts; -- following verbs expressing motion; as, come into the house ...
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Aha (11 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (interj.) An exclamation expressing, by different
intonations, triumph, mixed with derision or irony, or simple surprise. ...
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As (39600 Occurrences)
... 5. (adv. & conj.) Expressing concession. ... 6. (adv. & conj.) That, introducing or
expressing a result or consequence, after the correlatives so and such. ...
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Expression (17 Occurrences)
... 1. (n.) The act of expressing; the act of forcing out by pressure; as, the expression
of juices or oils; also, of extorting or eliciting; as, a forcible ...
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Word (8118 Occurrences)
... or an idea; an articulate or vocal sound, or a combination of articulate and vocal
sounds, uttered by the human voice, and by custom expressing an idea or ideas ...
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Exclamation (2 Occurrences)
... joy, anger, etc. 2. (n.) A word expressing outcry; an interjection; a word
expressing passion, as wonder, fear, or grief. 3. (n.) A ...
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Dogma
... of commandments contained in ordinances" (Ephesians 2:15); "the bond written in
ordinances" (Colossians 2:14) = the Mosaic ordinances as expressing the moral ...
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Best (252 Occurrences)
... 8. (vt) To get the better of. Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. BEST. Of five Hebrew
originals the chief is Tobh, "good," expressing quality, character. ...
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Ah (43 Occurrences)
... (1) 'ahah, expressing complaint and found in the phrase "Ah, Lord Yahweh"
(Jeremiah 1:6; Jeremiah 4:10 etc.; Ezekiel 4:14 etc.). ...
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