The term "outstanding" is not directly found in the Bible; however, the concept of being outstanding—marked by excellence, distinction, or prominence—is evident throughout Scripture. The Bible provides numerous examples of individuals and qualities that can be considered outstanding in the eyes of God and man.

Outstanding Individuals

1. Joseph: Joseph, the son of Jacob, is a prime example of an outstanding individual. Despite being sold into slavery by his brothers, Joseph rose to prominence in Egypt due to his integrity and God-given ability to interpret dreams. His outstanding character is highlighted in Genesis 39:2-4 : "The LORD was with Joseph, and he became a successful man, serving in the household of his Egyptian master. When his master saw that the LORD was with him and made him prosper in all he did, Joseph found favor in his sight and became his personal attendant."

2. Daniel: Daniel is another figure noted for his outstanding faith and wisdom. Taken into Babylonian captivity, Daniel distinguished himself through his unwavering commitment to God and his exceptional abilities. Daniel 6:3 states, "Now Daniel so distinguished himself among the administrators and satraps by his exceptional qualities that the king planned to set him over the whole kingdom."

3. Deborah: As a prophetess and judge of Israel, Deborah stands out for her leadership and courage. Her role in the victory over the Canaanite army under Sisera is a testament to her outstanding faith and leadership. Judges 4:4-5 introduces her: "Now Deborah, a prophetess, the wife of Lappidoth, was judging Israel at that time. She would sit under the Palm of Deborah between Ramah and Bethel in the hill country of Ephraim, and the Israelites went up to her for judgment."

Outstanding Qualities

1. Faith: Hebrews 11, often referred to as the "Faith Hall of Fame," highlights individuals whose outstanding faith set them apart. Hebrews 11:1 defines faith as "the assurance of what we hope for and the certainty of what we do not see." This chapter underscores that faith is a distinguishing quality that pleases God.

2. Wisdom: The Bible extols wisdom as an outstanding quality. Proverbs 4:7 states, "Wisdom is supreme; therefore acquire wisdom. And whatever you may acquire, gain understanding." Solomon, known for his wisdom, is a biblical figure who exemplifies this outstanding trait.

3. Love: Love is presented as the greatest of virtues. In 1 Corinthians 13:13 , Paul writes, "And now these three remain: faith, hope, and love; but the greatest of these is love." The outstanding nature of love is further emphasized in its enduring and selfless characteristics.

Outstanding Deeds

1. Acts of Mercy: The Good Samaritan's actions in Luke 10:30-37 exemplify outstanding mercy and compassion. Jesus uses this parable to illustrate the importance of loving one's neighbor through selfless acts of kindness.

2. Generosity: The early church is noted for its outstanding generosity. Acts 4:34-35 describes how "there were no needy ones among them, because those who owned lands or houses would sell their property, bring the proceeds from the sales, and lay them at the apostles’ feet for distribution to anyone as he had need."

3. Courage: The courage of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in refusing to worship Nebuchadnezzar's golden image is an outstanding act of faithfulness to God. Daniel 3:16-18 records their bold declaration: "O Nebuchadnezzar, we have no need to answer you in this matter. If the God we serve exists, then He is able to deliver us from the blazing fiery furnace and from your hand, O king."

In summary, while the term "outstanding" is not explicitly used in the Bible, the Scriptures are replete with examples of individuals, qualities, and deeds that embody excellence and distinction in accordance with God's will.(a.) That stands out; undischarged; uncollected; not paid; as, outstanding obligations.1978. episemos -- bearing a mark, notable
... Word Origin from epi and the same as semaino Definition bearing a mark, notable
NASB Word Usage notorious (1), outstanding (1). notable, of note. ...
//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/1978.htm - 6k1713a. dagal -- to look, behold
... to look, behold. Transliteration: dagal Short Definition: outstanding. Word Origin
a prim. root Definition to look, behold NASB Word Usage outstanding (1). ...
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1368. gibbor -- strong, mighty
... Word Origin from gabar Definition strong, mighty NASB Word Usage champion (2), great
(1), helpers (1), heroes (3), men (3), men of outstanding (1), Mighty (1 ...
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Reformation Hymnody
... the realm in 1536. The movement was not, as in some other countries, the
work of a single outstanding reformer. It came rather as ...
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Books
... the outstanding one of Massuet" (Die Pfaff'schen Iren??us-Fragmente, Texte
und Untersuchungen, Vol. XX.3, p.11, Leipzig, 1900). ...
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Jesus Charged with Blasphemy
... the claim was true. These outstanding instances are but, as it were, summits
that rise above the general level. But the general ...
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Chapter v
... Of course; the critical assertion is now almost universal; that so precisely formal
a style is one of the outstanding characteristics of P. But the simpler and ...
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Cicero's Opinion of the Roman Republic.
... For neither would the citizens have availed without the morality of the community,
nor would the morality of the commons without outstanding men have availed ...
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Conclusion
... Yet, while this is the outstanding feature of the first Gospel, nevertheless, a
careful study of it will discover traces therein of the other offices that ...
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Chapter seventeen
... he was editor for a number of years of the influential periodical "Nordisk Tidsskrift
for Kristelig Teologi," and also of the outstanding foreign mission paper ...
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A Look Ahead
... Outstanding Experiences. ... The key-note for us is simple, full obedience. There were
certain great outstanding experiences in our Lord Jesus' life. ...
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Kingo's Childhood and Youth
... Here, on account of his outstanding ability, he was accepted into the home of his
new rector, Albert Bartholin, a young man of distinguished family and ...
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Christ's 'little Whiles'
... moment. Note this to begin with, how they pass by the greater truths in
order to fasten upon a smaller outstanding difficulty. They ...
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Outstanding (7 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (a.) That stands out; undischarged; uncollected; not
paid; as, outstanding obligations. ...Outstanding (7 Occurrences). ...
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Retribution (14 Occurrences)
... infliction of punishment. This, indeed, is the outstanding feature of
retribution as it assumes form in Scripture. Even the natural ...
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Outstretched (40 Occurrences)

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Quotations
... A review of these principles, together with certain outstanding and typical instances
in which these principles are used and applied, will form the substance ...
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Nymphas (1 Occurrence)
... Nymphas-or if Nympha be read, then it is a Christian lady who is meant-was a person
of outstanding worth and importance in the church of Laodicea, for he had ...
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Outspread (2 Occurrences)

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Obedience (61 Occurrences)
... His ready, loving, joyful, exact and eager obedience to the Father, mention will
be made later, but it was His central and most outstanding characteristic, the ...
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Innocents (2 Occurrences)
... the narrative of events. These five quotations represent the cardinal and
outstanding points of interest. The quotations are placed ...
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Fir-tree (5 Occurrences)
... berosh is uncertain. It was a name applied either to several of the Coniferae
in common or to one or more outstanding species. If the ...
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Firtree
... berosh is uncertain. It was a name applied either to several of the Coniferae
in common or to one or more outstanding species. If the ...
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