Definition and Etymology:
The term "lucre" refers to monetary gain or profit, often with a negative connotation implying greed or unethical acquisition. The word is derived from the Latin "lucrum," meaning gain or profit. In biblical contexts, "lucre" is frequently associated with dishonest or immoral gain.

Biblical References:
The concept of lucre is addressed in several passages throughout the Bible, often warning against the pursuit of wealth through dishonest means. The Berean Standard Bible provides clear translations of these warnings.

1. 1 Timothy 3:3 : In the qualifications for overseers, the Apostle Paul instructs that a church leader must not be "a lover of money." This implies that leaders should not be driven by the desire for lucre, emphasizing integrity and a focus on spiritual rather than material wealth.

2. 1 Timothy 6:10 : "For the love of money is the root of all kinds of evil. By craving it, some have wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves with many sorrows." This verse highlights the dangers of prioritizing lucre over faith, suggesting that the pursuit of wealth can lead to spiritual downfall.

3. Titus 1:7 : Paul writes that an overseer must be "not greedy for money." This reinforces the idea that those in positions of spiritual authority should not be motivated by financial gain, as it can lead to corruption and a compromise of moral values.

4. 1 Peter 5:2 : Peter advises church elders to "be shepherds of God’s flock that is among you, watching over them—not out of compulsion, but because it is God’s will; not out of greed, but out of eagerness." This passage underscores the importance of serving with pure intentions rather than seeking lucre.

Theological Implications:
The Bible consistently warns against the pursuit of lucre, particularly when it becomes an idol or leads to unethical behavior. The love of money is portrayed as a significant spiritual hazard, capable of diverting believers from their faith and leading to various forms of evil. The emphasis is on contentment, stewardship, and the responsible use of resources in alignment with God's will.

Moral and Ethical Considerations:
From a biblical perspective, the pursuit of lucre is often linked to moral and ethical challenges. Believers are encouraged to examine their motivations and ensure that their financial pursuits do not compromise their integrity or spiritual commitments. The call is to prioritize righteousness and godliness over material wealth, reflecting a life of service and devotion to God.

Practical Application:
In practical terms, Christians are urged to approach their financial dealings with honesty and integrity, avoiding any form of dishonest gain. The teachings on lucre serve as a reminder to maintain a balanced perspective on wealth, recognizing it as a tool for good when used in accordance with biblical principles. Believers are encouraged to be generous, to support the work of the church, and to use their resources to help those in need, reflecting the character of Christ in their financial decisions.147. aischrokerdos -- from eagerness for base gain
... for the sake of dishonest gain. Adverb from aischrokerdes; sordidly -- for filthy
lucre's sake. see GREEK aischrokerdes. (aischrokerdos) -- 1 Occurrence. ...
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That Bishops are to Abstain from all Receiving of Gifts.
... Therefore we being taught by him do decree, that under no circumstances, shall a
Bishop for the sake of filthy lucre invent feigned excuses for sins, and exact ...
/.../schaff/the seven ecumenical councils/canon iv that bishops are.htm

Titus i. 5, 6
... "Not given to filthy lucre.". ... You see what intensity of virtue he required. "Not
given to filthy lucre," that is, showing great contempt for money. ...
/.../homily ii titus i 5.htm

Of the Mass.
... for a long time this also has been the public and most grievous complaint of all
good men that Masses have been basely profaned and applied to purposes of lucre ...
/.../various/the augsburg confession of faith/article xxiv of the mass.htm

How Heretics, Craftily Cite Obscure Passages in Ancient Writers in ...
... the knowledge of the truth;" [449] "vain talkers and deceivers, who subvert whole
houses, teaching things which they ought not, for filthy lucre's sake;" [450 ...
/.../the commonitory of vincent of lerins/chapter vii how heretics craftily.htm

The Marriage of Cana
... and no wonder then if matches of the devil's making (as all such are, which are
contracted only on account of outward beauty, or for filthy lucre's sake) prove ...
/.../whitefield/selected sermons of george whitefield/the marriage of cana.htm

Forasmuch as Many Enrolled among the Clergy, Following ...
... it by secret transaction or otherwise, as by demanding the whole and one half, or
by using any other contrivance whatever for filthy lucre's sake, he shall be ...
/.../schaff/the seven ecumenical councils/canon xvii forasmuch as many.htm

Men Often Highly Esteem what God Abhors.
... They must enter upon their profession for the high object of doing good, and not
for the mere sake of a living"not for filthy lucre's sake, but for the sake ...
/.../finney/sermons on gospel themes/xxi men often highly esteem.htm

Some Gospel Truths Opened, According to the Scriptures; Or, the ...
... wages of unrighteousness hitherto, will also help me still, so that I shall distribute
that which God hath given me FREELY, and not for filthy lucre's sake.'[4 ...
/.../the works of john bunyan volumes 1-3/some gospel truths opened according.htm

The Date of the Beginning of Noonday.
... of one wife, vigilant, sober, of good behavior, given to hospitality, apt to teach;
"not given to wine, no striker, not greedy of filthy lucre; but patient ...
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Tennessee Justifying Her Procedure.
... they of the circumcision, whose mouth must be stopped, who subvert whole houses,
teaching things which they ought not, for filthy lucre's sake.' Titus 1, 9.11. ...
/.../bente/american lutheranism/tennessee justifying her procedure.htm

Lucre's (1 Occurrence)
...Lucre's (1 Occurrence). Titus 1:11 Whose mouths must be stopped, who subvert whole
houses, teaching things which they ought not, for filthy lucre's sake. ...
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Filthy (22 Occurrences)
... American) "as a polluted garment"; compare Ezekiel 36:17; aischros, "ugly," tropical
for unbecoming, shameful (Titus 1:11, "for filthy lucre's sake"; compare ...
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Lucre (5 Occurrences)
... Easton's Bible Dictionary From the Lat. lucrum, "gain." 1 Timothy 3:3, "not given
to filthy lucre." Some MSS. ... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. LUCRE. ...
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Lud (10 Occurrences)

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Filth (21 Occurrences)
... American) "as a polluted garment"; compare Ezekiel 36:17; aischros, "ugly," tropical
for unbecoming, shameful (Titus 1:11, "for filthy lucre's sake"; compare ...
/f/filth.htm - 17k

Filthiness (16 Occurrences)
... American) "as a polluted garment"; compare Ezekiel 36:17; aischros, "ugly," tropical
for unbecoming, shameful (Titus 1:11, "for filthy lucre's sake"; compare ...
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Apostasy (6 Occurrences)
... philosophy, publicly and formally renounced Christianity and the church; or it may
be moral and spiritual, as with Judas, who for filthy lucre's sake basely ...
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Subvert (4 Occurrences)
... Subvert (4 Occurrences). Titus 1:11 Whose mouths must be stopped, who subvert whole
houses, teaching things which they ought not, for filthy lucre's sake. ...
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Apostate (5 Occurrences)
... philosophy, publicly and formally renounced Christianity and the church; or it may
be moral and spiritual, as with Judas, who for filthy lucre's sake basely ...
/a/apostate.htm - 14k

Behoveth (75 Occurrences)
... it behoveth the overseer to be blameless, as God's steward, not self-pleased, nor
irascible, not given to wine, not a striker, not given to filthy lucre; (YLT). ...
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