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Definition and Usage:
The term "forbear" in the Bible generally refers to the act of refraining or abstaining from something, often with a sense of patience or self-control. It is an expression of restraint, particularly in the context of anger, judgment, or action. The concept of forbearance is closely related to patience and longsuffering, virtues that are highly esteemed in biblical teaching.

Biblical References:
The idea of forbearance is woven throughout Scripture, though the specific term "forbear" may not always be used. Instead, the concept is often illustrated through narratives and teachings that emphasize patience and restraint.

1. Proverbs 25:15 : "Through patience a ruler can be persuaded, and a gentle tongue can break a bone." This proverb highlights the power of forbearance in influencing others and achieving outcomes that might otherwise seem impossible.

2. Ephesians 4:2 : "Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love." Here, the Apostle Paul exhorts believers to exercise forbearance as part of their Christian walk, emphasizing humility, gentleness, and love.

3. Colossians 3:13 : "Bear with each other and forgive any complaint you may have against one another. Forgive as the Lord forgave you." This passage underscores the importance of forbearance in maintaining unity and peace within the Christian community, linking it to the broader theme of forgiveness.

4. James 5:7-8 : "Be patient, therefore, brothers, until the Lord’s coming. See how the farmer waits for the precious fruit of the soil, being patient about it, until it receives the early and late rains. You too, be patient and strengthen your hearts, because the Lord’s coming is near." James encourages believers to exercise forbearance in anticipation of the Lord's return, using the metaphor of a farmer's patience.

Theological Significance:
Forbearance is a reflection of God's character, as He is often described as patient and slow to anger (Exodus 34:6). Believers are called to emulate this divine attribute, demonstrating restraint and patience in their interactions with others. This virtue is essential for fostering community, promoting peace, and reflecting the love of Christ.

Practical Application:
In daily life, forbearance can manifest in various ways, such as holding back from responding in anger, choosing to forgive rather than retaliate, and exercising patience in difficult circumstances. It requires a conscious decision to prioritize love and understanding over immediate reactions or judgments.

Related Concepts:
· Patience: Often used interchangeably with forbearance, patience involves enduring difficult situations without complaint.
· Longsuffering: A form of patience that endures hardship and provocation over an extended period.
· Self-control: The ability to regulate one's emotions and actions, closely linked to the practice of forbearance.

Forbearance is a vital aspect of Christian maturity, enabling believers to navigate life's challenges with grace and wisdom, while reflecting the character of Christ to the world.
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2 Cor. I. 23
... i. 23. 2 1 Corinthians 1:23 But I call God for a witness upon my soul, that to spare
you I forbare to come unto Corinth. What sayest thou, O blessed Paul? ...
/.../homilies on the epistles of paul to the corinthians/homily iv 2 cor i.htm

The Life of John Nisbet of Hardhill.
... of the persecuted party sent him a letter, assuring him, That if he touched these
graves they would burn him and his family, and all he had;"so he forbare. ...
/.../howie/biographia scoticana scots worthies/the life of john nisbet.htm

Philippians ii. 19-21
... in like sort in his own person, when he delayed his coming to the Corinthians, that
they might repent; wherefore he wrote, "to spare you I forbare to come to ...
/.../homily ix philippians ii 19-21.htm

When Then My Mother had Once, as She was Wont in Afric...
... the drunken; and for these, as it were, anniversary funeral solemnities did much
resemble the superstition of the Gentiles, she most willingly forbare it: and ...
/.../augustine/the confessions of saint augustine/chapter ii when then my.htm

1 Thessalonians ii. 12-Sep
... For there he says, "Wherefore having no more place in these parts" (Romans 15:23.),
and, "To spare you I forbare to come unto Corinth." (2 Corinthians 1:23 ...
/.../homily iii 1 thessalonians ii.htm

A Few Sighs from Hell;
The Works of John Bunyan Volumes 1-3. <. ...
/.../bunyan/the works of john bunyan volumes 1-3/a few sighs from hell.htm

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Forbare (2 Occurrences)
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Whithersoever (32 Occurrences)
... they could go. And it was told Saul that David was escaped from Keilah;
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Forbare (2 Occurrences)

2 Corinthians 1:23
But I call God for a witness upon my soul, that to spare you I forbare to come unto Corinth.
(ASV)

1 Samuel 23:13
Then David and his men, which were about six hundred, arose and departed out of Keilah, and went whithersoever they could go. And it was told Saul that David was escaped from Keilah; and he forbare to go forth.
(KJV ASV)

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