In the context of the Bible, the term "folks" is not directly used in most traditional translations, including the Berean Standard Bible . However, the concept of "folks" as people, families, or groups is prevalent throughout the Scriptures. The Bible often addresses groups of people, whether they are families, tribes, nations, or communities of believers.

Old Testament Context

In the Old Testament, the Hebrew people are often referred to collectively as the "children of Israel" or the "people of God." This collective identity is central to the narrative of the Israelites, who are seen as a chosen people with a unique covenant relationship with God. For example, in Exodus 6:7 , God declares, "I will take you as My people, and I will be your God. Then you will know that I am the LORD your God, who brought you out from under the yoke of the Egyptians."

The concept of family and tribal identity is also significant. The twelve tribes of Israel, descended from the twelve sons of Jacob, form the foundational structure of the Israelite community. Each tribe had its own distinct identity and role within the nation, as seen in passages like Numbers 1:52 : "The Israelites are to camp by their divisions, each man in his own camp under his own standard."

New Testament Context

In the New Testament, the focus shifts to the community of believers, often referred to as the "body of Christ" or the "church." This new community transcends ethnic and social boundaries, uniting Jews and Gentiles alike. In Galatians 3:28 , Paul writes, "There is neither Jew nor Greek, slave nor free, male nor female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus."

The early church is depicted as a close-knit community, sharing resources and supporting one another. Acts 2:44-45 describes this communal life: "All the believers were together and had everything in common. Selling their possessions and goods, they shared with anyone who was in need."

Theological Implications

Theologically, the concept of "folks" or community in the Bible underscores the importance of relationships and collective identity in God's plan. The Bible emphasizes that individuals are part of a larger community, whether it be the family, the nation of Israel, or the church. This communal aspect reflects the relational nature of God Himself, who exists in a triune relationship as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

The biblical narrative consistently highlights the importance of community in fulfilling God's purposes. From the establishment of the Israelite nation to the formation of the early church, God's work is often accomplished through groups of people working together in unity and faithfulness.

Practical Application

For believers today, the biblical concept of "folks" encourages active participation in the life of the church and the broader community. It calls Christians to live in fellowship with one another, bearing each other's burdens (Galatians 6:2) and spurring one another on toward love and good deeds (Hebrews 10:24). This communal life is a testimony to the world of the transformative power of the Gospel and the unity that is found in Christ.1. (n. collect. & pl.) In Anglo-Saxon times, the people of a group of townships or villages; a community; a tribe.

2. (n. collect. & pl.) People in general, or a separate class of people; -- generally used in the plural form, and often with a qualifying adjective; as, the old folks; poor folks.

3. (n. collect. & pl.) The persons of one's own family; as, our folks are all well.

A Homily for Humble Folks
... A Homily for Humble Folks. A Sermon (No.2140) delivered on Lord's Day, April 27th,
1890 by CH Spurgeon at the Metropolitan Tabernacle, Newington. ...
/.../spurgeon/sermons on proverbs/a homily for humble folks.htm

Little Folks.
... LITTLE FOLKS. The Little Child and the Big Book. I like to think of Christ as a
burden bearer. A minister was one day moving his library up stairs. ...
/.../moody/moodys anecdotes and illustrations/little folks.htm

Sacrifice Hallows and Increases the Gift.
... through your face. And real folks will not be able to get past the beauty
of face to the incidentals of your apparel. Wear your ...
/.../gordon/quiet talks on service/sacrifice hallows and increases the.htm

Fearlessness.
... There are some who bolster their courage by saying ostentatiously, "I don't care
what folks say," but their very vehemence shows that they DO care a very great ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/rees/the heart-cry of jesus/chapter vi fearlessness.htm

Little Moses. Serve the Children First.
... SERVE THE CHILDREN FIRST. The story of Moses teaches us that LITTLE FOLKS ARE VERY
HELPLESS. There he is in that basket. ... LITTLE FOLKS ARE WATCHED BY GOD. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/champness/broken bread/ii little moses serve the.htm

Use what You Have.
... And so she just busied herself finding out poor folks who needed clothing, some
women too hard-worked to care for their children's clothing. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/gordon/quiet talks on service/use what you have.htm

The Birth of a Movement.
... While the province was issuing invitations for new settlers and wishing to grant
concessions to sturdy and loyal folks, a great awakening was taking place in ...
//christianbookshelf.org/maclean/william black/i the birth of a.htm

The Teen Boy and Missions
... Even the fact that one or two folks, by reason of the missionary's work, have been
raised to better things, affords no promise of rejoicing on the part of the ...
/.../alexander/the boy and the sunday school/xvi the teen boy and.htm

How to Fertilize Love
... In how many homes is this true! The greater consideration, the greater kindness,
is due the home folks. Otherwise, love can not flourish. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/naylor/heart talks/talk forty-one how to fertilize.htm

The Gospel According to --You.
... read it. I'll pick out the simplest words I know so common folks everywhere
that don't have dictionaries can easily understand. And ...
/.../gordon/quiet talks on johns gospel/the gospel according toyou.htm

Folks (1 Occurrence)
... People in general, or a separate class of people; -- generally used in the plural
form, and often with a qualifying adjective; as, the old folks; poor folks. ...
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Folk (9 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (n. collect. & pl.) Alt. of Folks. Int. Standard
Bible Encyclopedia. FOLK. fok: The translation of `am, `am ...
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Vexed (37 Occurrences)
... Acts 5:16 There came also a multitude out of the cities round about unto Jerusalem,
bringing sick folks, and them which were vexed with unclean spirits: and ...
/v/vexed.htm - 16k

Follies (2 Occurrences)

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People (13047 Occurrences)
... 2. (n.) Persons, generally; an indefinite number of men and women; folks; population,
or part of population; as, country people; -- sometimes used as an ...
/p/people.htm - 14k

Cocker
... Cocker thy child, and he shall make thee afraid"; so Shakespeare, "a cockered silken
wanton"; now seldom used; Jean Ingelow, "Poor folks cannot afford to ...
/c/cocker.htm - 7k

Olive (61 Occurrences)
... The trees are beaten with long sticks (Deuteronomy 24:20), the young folks often
climbing into the branches to reach the highest fruit, while the women and ...
/o/olive.htm - 37k

Christian (41 Occurrences)
... say, for example, that "primitive Christianity was relatively indifferent to politics,
not as Christianity, but as a movement of the humbler folks, whose lot ...
/c/christian.htm - 29k

Tree (245 Occurrences)
... The trees are beaten with long sticks (Deuteronomy 24:20), the young folks often
climbing into the branches to reach the highest fruit, while the women and ...
/t/tree.htm - 75k

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