Nullifies
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The concept of "nullifies" in the Bible often pertains to the idea of making something void, ineffective, or of no consequence. This term is frequently associated with the actions or teachings that render God's commandments or promises ineffective due to human traditions or unbelief.

Old Testament Context

In the Old Testament, the idea of nullification is often linked to the covenant relationship between God and His people. When the Israelites failed to uphold their part of the covenant, they effectively nullified the blessings and protections promised by God. For instance, in Isaiah 29:13, the prophet speaks of the people who honor God with their lips, but their hearts are far from Him, thus nullifying the true worship God desires.

New Testament Context

In the New Testament, Jesus addresses the issue of nullification in the context of human traditions overriding God's commandments. In Mark 7:13 , Jesus rebukes the Pharisees and scribes, saying, "Thus you nullify the word of God by your tradition that you have handed down. And you do many things like that." Here, Jesus highlights how human traditions can render God's word ineffective when they take precedence over divine commandments.

The Apostle Paul also discusses the concept of nullification in relation to the law and faith. In Romans 3:31 , Paul writes, "Do we, then, nullify the law by this faith? Certainly not! Instead, we uphold the law." Paul emphasizes that faith does not nullify the law but rather fulfills its true purpose. Similarly, in Galatians 2:21 , Paul states, "I do not set aside the grace of God. For if righteousness comes through the law, Christ died for nothing." Here, Paul argues against nullifying the grace of God by relying on the law for righteousness.

Theological Implications

Theologically, the concept of nullification serves as a warning against allowing human traditions, legalism, or unbelief to undermine the authority and effectiveness of God's word. It underscores the importance of adhering to the spirit of God's commandments rather than merely the letter, ensuring that faith and grace are not rendered void by human actions or doctrines.

Practical Application

For believers, the concept of nullification calls for a careful examination of personal and communal practices to ensure they align with biblical teachings. It encourages Christians to prioritize God's word over human traditions and to live out their faith in a way that upholds the integrity and power of the gospel.
Greek
1418. dus- -- like un- or mis- (as in unrest, misjudge), nullifies ...
... 1417, 1418. dus-. 1419 . like un- or mis- (as in unrest, misjudge), nullifies
good sense or increases bad sense of a word. Transliteration ...
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Strong's Hebrew
6565a. parar -- to break, frustrate
... cease (1), do away (1), fail (1), frustrate (2), frustrated (2), frustrates (1),
indeed annuls (2), ineffective (1), made my void (1), nullifies (1), shattered ...
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The Church and Rural Public Thought
... who are teaching the second coming are inclined to the former point of view; and
wherever they gain a hearing their influence practically nullifies all efforts ...
/.../vogt/church cooperation in community life/chapter vi the church and.htm

On the Fast of the Seventh Month, vi.
... refutes these blasphemies also at the same time, condemning Nestorius, who divides
the Divine from the human, and denouncing Eutyches, who nullifies the human ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/leo/writings of leo the great/sermon xci on the fast.htm

But if You Come to the Conclusion that These Fables have Been ...
... [4550] Lit., "vastness.". [4551] Addere garo gerrem, a proverb ridiculing a worthless
addition, which nullifies something in itself precious, garum being a ...
/.../arnobius/the seven books of arnobius against the heathen/44 but if you come.htm

Letter ccxxxiii. To Amphilochius, in Reply to Certain Questions.
... itself. When it yields to those who deceive it, it nullifies its proper
judgment, and is concerned with monstrous fancies. Then ...
/.../basil/basil letters and select works/letter ccxxxiii to amphilochius in.htm

If any Presbyter or Deacon, or any one Whatever Belonging to the ...
... And if another bishop shall receive a man deposed for this cause, let him be punished
by the Common Synod as one who nullifies the ecclesiastical laws. Notes. ...
/.../schaff/the seven ecumenical councils/canon iii if any presbyter.htm

Allegation 4 "We Teach that the Greatest Part of the Human Race ...
... may be said to have died for all," but you subjoin an explanation of this kind,
which perverts the interpretation, and absolutely nullifies your apparent and ...
/.../arminius/the works of james arminius vol 3/allegation 4 we teach that.htm

Letter cclxiii. To the Westerns.
... and that a letter be sent to the Churches stating on what terms he was received,
and in what manner he has changed his conduct and nullifies the favour given ...
/.../basil/basil letters and select works/letter cclxiii to the westerns.htm

Where Sin Occurs God Cannot Wisely Prevent It.
... Certainly if He was able wisely to prevent sin in any case where it actually occurs,
then not to do so nullifies all our conceptions of His goodness and wisdom ...
/.../finney/sermons on gospel themes/xiii where sin occurs god.htm

Criticisms of the Doctrine of Non-Resistance to Evil by Force on ...
... On the contrary, warning is given precisely against this treacherous and
scandalous restriction which nullifies the commandment. ...
/.../tolstoy/the kingdom of god is within you/chapter ii criticisms of the.htm

Divine Impartiality Considered.
... conduct morally good or evil, consent is necessary, to suppose consent, in the creature,
to be the effect of almighty power operating upon it, nullifies it to ...
/.../sermon vi divine impartiality considered.htm

Thesaurus
Nullifies (4 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Nullifies (4 Occurrences). Numbers 30:8 But if
her husband disallow her in the day that he hears it, then ...
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Nullifies (4 Occurrences)

Numbers 30:8
But if her husband disallow her in the day that he hears it, then he shall make void her vow which is on her, and the rash utterance of her lips, with which she has bound her soul: and Yahweh will forgive her.
(See NIV)

Numbers 30:12
But if her husband make them null and void in the day that he heareth them, then whatsoever proceeded out of her lips, whether it were her vows, or the bond of her soul, shall not stand: her husband hath made them void; and the LORD will forgive her.
(See NIV)

Numbers 30:15
But if he shall make them null and void after that he hath heard them, then he shall bear her iniquity.
(See NIV)

Psalms 33:10
Yahweh brings the counsel of the nations to nothing. He makes the thoughts of the peoples to be of no effect.
(See NAS)

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