Definition and Meaning:
Gainsaying refers to the act of contradicting, opposing, or speaking against someone or something. In a biblical context, it often implies a resistance to truth or authority, particularly divine authority. The term is derived from the Old English "geanseggen," meaning to speak against.

Biblical References:
The concept of gainsaying is addressed in several passages throughout the Bible, where it is often associated with rebellion and unbelief. One of the most notable references is found in the New Testament, in the Epistle of Jude, which warns against those who oppose the truth and authority of God.

· Jude 1:11 : "Woe to them! They have traveled the path of Cain; they have rushed headlong into the error of Balaam; they have perished in Korah’s rebellion." This verse highlights the gainsaying of Korah, who led a rebellion against Moses and Aaron, challenging their God-given authority (Numbers 16). Korah's gainsaying is emblematic of a broader spiritual defiance against God's established order.

· Romans 10:21 : "But as for Israel He says: 'All day long I have held out My hands to a disobedient and obstinate people.'" Here, the Apostle Paul references the gainsaying nature of Israel, who repeatedly resisted God's message and messengers despite His persistent outreach.

Theological Implications:
Gainsaying is often seen as a manifestation of pride and unbelief. It represents a refusal to submit to God's will and an inclination to follow one's own understanding. This attitude is condemned in Scripture as it leads to spiritual downfall and separation from God.

· Proverbs 21:30 : "No wisdom, no understanding, and no counsel can prevail against the LORD." This verse underscores the futility of gainsaying against divine wisdom and authority. Human opposition cannot thwart God's purposes.

Examples in Scripture:
1. Korah's Rebellion (Numbers 16): Korah, along with Dathan and Abiram, opposed Moses' leadership, questioning his authority and thereby gainsaying God's chosen leader. Their rebellion resulted in divine judgment, serving as a warning against such defiance.

2. The Pharisees and Sadducees: Throughout the Gospels, the religious leaders often gainsaid Jesus, challenging His teachings and authority. Their opposition was rooted in a refusal to accept Him as the Messiah, despite the evidence of His works and fulfillment of prophecy.

3. The Israelites in the Wilderness: The repeated murmuring and rebellion of the Israelites during their journey from Egypt to the Promised Land exemplify gainsaying. Despite witnessing God's miracles, they frequently opposed Moses and doubted God's promises.

Moral and Spiritual Lessons:
Gainsaying is a cautionary theme in Scripture, illustrating the dangers of resisting God's truth and authority. Believers are encouraged to cultivate humility, obedience, and faith, recognizing that true wisdom and understanding come from submission to God's will.

· James 4:7 : "Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you." This exhortation emphasizes the importance of submission to God as a means of overcoming the temptation to gainsay His authority.

Conclusion:
While gainsaying is a natural inclination of the human heart, Scripture calls believers to a higher standard of faith and obedience. By aligning with God's truth and authority, Christians can avoid the pitfalls of rebellion and experience the fullness of His blessings.(p. pr. & vb. n.) of Gainsay.485. antilogia -- gainsaying, contradiction
... gainsaying, contradiction. Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine Transliteration: antilogia
Phonetic Spelling: (an-tee-log-ee'-ah) Short Definition: contradiction ...
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369. anantirretos -- without contradiction
... without objection. Adverb from anantirrhetos; promptly -- without gainsaying. see
GREEK anantirrhetos. (anantirretos) -- 1 Occurrence. 368, 369. ...
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Simeon's "Sign that Should be Contradicted," Applied to the ...
... Chapter XXIII."Simeon's "Sign that Should Be Contradicted," Applied to
the Heretical Gainsaying of the True Birth of Christ. One ...
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Conflict.
... For consider Him that hath endured such gainsaying of sinners against
themselves, that ye wax not weary, fainting in your souls. ...
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Although, Even if There Went Before no Testimonies Concerning ...
... to glory in the name of Christ: which very error would not be suffered to spring
up throughout the earth, were it not that the very gainsaying exercised an ...
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The Connection of the Christian virtues.
... to Israel, the things prophesied, are now appropriately spoken: "I have stretched
out My hands all the day long to a disobedient and gainsaying people." Do you ...
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Rom. x. 14, 15
... Ver.21. "But unto Israel He saith, All the day long have I stretched forth My
hands unto a disobedient and gainsaying people." (Isaiah 65:2.). ...
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Sovereign Grace and Man's Responsibility
... But to Israel he saith, all day long I have stretched forth my hands unto
a disobedient and gainsaying people.""Romans 10:20-21. ...
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Matt. xxvi. 26-28.
... For in proof that this passion was grievous in him, he was not content with his
former words, gainsaying both prophet and Christ, but also after these things ...
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On the Flesh of Christ
... Adam. Chapter XXIII.--Simeon's "Sign that Should Be Contradicted," Applied
to the Heretical Gainsaying of the True Birth of Christ. ...
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An Address to the Regenerate, Founded on the Preceding Discourses.
... 1 Kings 19:4. It has, in every age, been their complaint, that they have stretched
out their hands all the day to a disobedient and gainsaying people; (Isa.1xv ...
/.../doddridge/practical discourses on regeneration/discourse x an address to.htm

Thou Shalt not Bear False Witness against Thy Neighbor.
... more than the work of that small member, the tongue, and is called in German Wahrheit
sagen, "telling the truth" and, where there is need, gainsaying lies; so ...
/.../luther/a treatise on good works/thou shalt not bear false.htm

Gainsaying (6 Occurrences)
...Gainsaying (6 Occurrences). ... Romans 10:21 But to Israel he saith, All day long I have
stretched forth my hands unto a disobedient and gainsaying people. ...
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Gainsay (1 Occurrence)
... able to withstand or to gainsay" (Luke 21:15); as antilego, "a disobedient and
gainsaying people" (Romans 10:21); APC 2Esdras 5:29, contradicebant; APC Judith ...
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Contradiction (3 Occurrences)
... 1. (n.) An assertion contrary to what has already been said or affirmed; denial
of the truth of a statement or assertion; contrary declaration; gainsaying. ...
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Gaius (5 Occurrences)

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Unbelieving (22 Occurrences)
... Romans 10:21 and unto Israel He saith, 'All the day I did stretch out My
hands unto a people unbelieving and gainsaying.' (YLT). ...
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Greedily (7 Occurrences)
... Jude 1:11 Woe unto them! for they have gone in the way of Cain, and ran greedily
after the error of Balaam for reward, and perished in the gainsaying of Core. ...
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Gainsayers (1 Occurrence)

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Wax (32 Occurrences)
... Hebrews 12:3 For consider him that hath endured such gainsaying of sinners against
himself, that ye wax not weary, fainting in your souls. (ASV). ...
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Intent (37 Occurrences)
... (KJV ASV WBS YLT). Acts 10:29 Therefore came I unto you without gainsaying, as soon
as I was sent for: I ask therefore for what intent ye have sent for me? ...
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