Remarking
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Definition and Context
Remarking, in a biblical context, refers to the act of making observations or comments about events, teachings, or individuals. It involves expressing thoughts or opinions, often with the intent of providing insight, clarification, or reflection. In the Bible, remarking can be seen in various forms, including direct speech, parables, and written epistles.

Biblical Instances of Remarking

1. Jesus' Teachings
Jesus often used remarks to convey deep spiritual truths and moral lessons. His parables and teachings were filled with remarks that challenged listeners to reflect on their lives and relationship with God. For instance, in the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus remarked on the nature of true righteousness, saying, "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven" (Matthew 5:3). His remarks were designed to provoke thought and encourage a deeper understanding of God's kingdom.

2. Prophetic Remarks
The prophets of the Old Testament frequently made remarks that called the people of Israel to repentance and faithfulness. These remarks were often direct and uncompromising, as seen in the words of Isaiah: "Come now, let us reason together, says the LORD: Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow" (Isaiah 1:18). Such remarks served as both warnings and invitations to return to God.

3. Apostolic Remarks
The apostles, in their letters to the early churches, made numerous remarks to instruct, correct, and encourage believers. The Apostle Paul, for example, remarked on the importance of unity and love within the body of Christ: "Let all that you do be done in love" (1 Corinthians 16:14). His remarks were aimed at building up the church and guiding believers in their spiritual growth.

4. Remarking in Wisdom Literature
The Book of Proverbs is filled with remarks that offer practical wisdom and guidance for daily living. These remarks often contrast the way of the wise with the way of the foolish, as seen in Proverbs 12:15: "The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but a wise man listens to counsel" . Such remarks are intended to lead individuals toward a life of wisdom and godliness.

The Role of Remarking in Christian Life

Remarking plays a significant role in the life of a believer. It involves not only the act of speaking but also listening and reflecting on the words of others. In the Christian community, remarking can be a means of edification, correction, and encouragement. Believers are encouraged to speak truthfully and lovingly, as instructed in Ephesians 4:15: "Instead, speaking the truth in love, we will in all things grow up into Christ Himself, who is the head" .

Cautions Regarding Remarking

While remarking can be beneficial, Scripture also warns against careless or harmful speech. James 3:5-6 cautions about the power of the tongue: "So also the tongue is a small part of the body, but it boasts of great things. Consider how small a spark sets a great forest ablaze. The tongue also is a fire, a world of wickedness among the parts of the body" . Believers are called to be mindful of their words, ensuring that their remarks align with the character and teachings of Christ.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
(p. pr. & vb. n.) of Remark.
Greek
3004. lego -- to say
... give (1), gives (1), greeted* (1), made (1), mean (2), means (3), meant (1), mention
(1), named (3), ordered (2), quote (1), referred (1), remarking (1), said ...
//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/3004.htm - 11k
Library

The Bible Canon from the Fourth Century to the Reformation.
... Jerome(299) gives a list of the twenty-two canonical books of the Old Testament,
the same as that of the Palestinian Jews, remarking that some put Ruth and ...
/.../davidson/the canon of the bible/chapter vii the bible canon.htm

Introductory Notice to the Early Liturgies.
... my rule, nor formulate my personal convictions; but I must indicate sources of
information not mentioned by the Edinburgh editors, only remarking, that, while ...
/.../various/early liturgies/introductory notice to the early.htm

The Lord and the Leper
... I. I will begin my rehearsal of the gospel narrative by remarking, first,
that THIS LEPER'S FAITH MADE HIM EAGER TO BE HEALED. He ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 34 1888/the lord and the leper.htm

Two Essential Things
... Philip Henry, remarking upon his name, writes somewhat to this effect""As for Mr.
Dodd's abundant preaching repentance and faith, I admire him for it; for if ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 35 1889/two essential things.htm

Extracts No. Iii.
... EXTRACTS No. III. [To the extracts above, the objector replied as follows.] "Remarking
on the doubts which unavoidably arise in my mind on account of the ...
/.../ballou/a series of letters in defence of divine revelation/extracts no iii.htm

Extracts No. V.
... V. [After acknowledging the receipt of Letters Nos.3 and 4, and remarking on several
parts of the reply to Extracts No.2, making some concessions, &c. ...
/.../ballou/a series of letters in defence of divine revelation/extracts no v.htm

Synopsis. --A Clearer Conception of Miracle Approached. --Works of ...
... Dr. Robbins, Dean of the General Theological Seminary, New York, after remarking
that "the word miracle has done more to introduce confusion into Christian ...
/.../miracles and supernatural religion/iv synopsis a clearer conception of.htm

Faith and Repentance Inseparable
... inmost hearts. I. I shall commence my remarking that the gospel which Christ
preached was, very plainly, a command. "Repent ye, and ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 8 1863/faith and repentance inseparable.htm

Love and Peace.
... It is recorded that Spurgeon once saw a weathercock with the words on it, "God is
love." On remarking to the owner that it was very inappropriate, since God's ...
//christianbookshelf.org/thomas/the prayers of st paul/iv love and peace.htm

Prayer Incidents in the Life of Our Lord
... He is reviewing the poor results of His ministry and remarking upon the feeble
responses of man to God's vast outlay of love and mercy. ...
/.../bounds/the reality of prayer/viii prayer incidents in the.htm

Thesaurus
Remarking (4 Occurrences)
...Remarking (4 Occurrences). ... Luke 14:7 And he spoke a parable to those that were invited,
remarking how they chose out the first places, saying to them, (DBY). ...
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Notice (44 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (n.) The act of noting, remarking, or observing;
observation by the senses or intellect; cognizance; note. ...
/n/notice.htm - 19k

Remark (2 Occurrences)
... go. 4. (vi) To make a remark or remarks; to comment. 5. (n.) Act of remarking
or attentively noticing; notice or observation. 6. (n ...
/r/remark.htm - 7k

Remarked (2 Occurrences)

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Remedies (1 Occurrence)

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Embellished (1 Occurrence)
... Luke 21:5 When some were remarking about the Temple, how it was embellished
with beautiful stones and dedicated gifts, He said, (WEY). ...
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Dedicated (37 Occurrences)
... Luke 21:5 When some were remarking about the Temple, how it was embellished
with beautiful stones and dedicated gifts, He said, (WEY NIV). ...
/d/dedicated.htm - 19k

Marking (11 Occurrences)
... Luke 14:7 And he spoke a parable to those that were invited, remarking how they
chose out the first places, saying to them, (Root in DBY YLT). ...
/m/marking.htm - 10k

Commentaries
... and value according as they are more scholarly, technical, and critical, entering,
eg into philological discussions, and tabulating and remarking upon the ...
/c/commentaries.htm - 57k

Alexander (5 Occurrences)
... on Phil, 176) writes: "There seems no reason to doubt the tradition that Mark wrote
especially for the Romans; and if so, it is worth remarking that he alone ...
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Concordance
Remarking (4 Occurrences)

Mark 14:4
But there were some who were indignant among themselves, saying, "Why has this ointment been wasted?
(See NAS)

Luke 14:7
And he spoke a parable to those that were invited, remarking how they chose out the first places, saying to them,
(DBY)

Luke 21:5
When some were remarking about the Temple, how it was embellished with beautiful stones and dedicated gifts, He said,
(WEY NIV)

Acts 21:14
When he would not be persuaded, we ceased, saying, "The Lord's will be done."
(See NAS)

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