The term "supposed" in the context of the Bible often refers to assumptions or beliefs held by individuals that may not align with reality or divine truth. This concept is significant in understanding human perception versus divine revelation.

Biblical Usage:

1. Misunderstanding of Jesus' Identity:
In the New Testament, the term "supposed" is used to describe the common misconceptions about Jesus' identity. In Luke 3:23 , it is noted, "Jesus Himself was about thirty years old when He began His ministry. He was the son, so it was thought, of Joseph, the son of Heli." Here, "so it was thought" indicates the assumption by many that Joseph was Jesus' biological father, highlighting the mystery of the virgin birth and the divine nature of Jesus.

2. Assumptions about the Resurrection:
In Luke 24:37 , after Jesus' resurrection, His disciples were startled and frightened, thinking they saw a spirit. The verse states, "But they were startled and frightened, thinking they saw a spirit." This reflects their initial misunderstanding and the human tendency to rely on natural explanations rather than accepting the miraculous.

3. Parables and Misinterpretations:
Jesus often used parables to teach spiritual truths, which were sometimes misunderstood by His listeners. In Luke 19:11 , it is written, "While they were listening to this, He went on to tell them a parable, because He was near Jerusalem and the people thought that the kingdom of God would appear immediately." The people's supposition about the immediate establishment of God's kingdom shows their misunderstanding of the nature and timing of God's plan.

Theological Implications:

The use of "supposed" in these contexts underscores the limitations of human understanding and the importance of divine revelation. It serves as a reminder of the need for faith and discernment in comprehending God's purposes. The Bible often contrasts human assumptions with God's truth, encouraging believers to seek wisdom and understanding through prayer and study of the Scriptures.

Practical Application:

Believers are encouraged to examine their own assumptions and beliefs in light of Scripture. Proverbs 3:5-6 advises, "Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight." This passage calls for reliance on God's wisdom rather than human suppositions.

In summary, the concept of "supposed" in the Bible highlights the contrast between human assumptions and divine truth, urging believers to seek a deeper understanding through faith and reliance on God's revelation.(imp. & p. p.) of Suppose.1380. dokeo -- to have an opinion, to seem
... 1), regarded (1), reputation (3), reputed (1), seem (3), seemed best (1), seemed
fitting (1), seemed good (4), seems (3), suppose (5), supposed (2), supposes (1 ...
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1404. drakon -- a dragon (a mythical monster)
... dragon. Probably from an alternate form of derkomai (to look); a fabulous kind
of serpent (perhaps as supposed to fascinate) -- dragon. ...
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4436. puthon -- Python, a mythical serpent slain by Apollo ...
... From Putho (the name of the region where Delphi, the seat of the famous oracle,
was located); a Python, ie (by analogy, with the supposed diviner there ...
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1436. ea -- ah! ha! (interj. expressing surprise, indignation ...
... Definition: an interjection, Ho! Ah! Ha! It is supposed to imply surprise, fear
and indignation. Word Origin appar. imper. of eao Definition ah! ha! (interj. ...
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3132. manteuomai -- to divine
... From a derivative of mainomai (meaning a prophet, as supposed to rave through
inspiration); to divine, ie Utter spells (under pretense of foretelling -- by ...
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4020. periergazomai -- to waste one's labor about (a thing)
... properly, work all-around, ie to , going beyond proper boundaries (where a person
belong); to on what are doing, instead of doing what is supposed to do (used ...
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2083. hetairos -- a companion
... 2083 ("supposed friend") suggests someone (associated) as a friend, but is actually
an acting for . [Note the confusion about this term with 2087 at Mt 11:16.]. ...
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4985. somatikos -- bodily
... derived from 4983 , "body") -- (used only in Col 2:9). It refers to "Christ's of
the ('fullness of God'), as contrasted with its supposed distribution through ...
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3543. nomizo -- to practice, consider
... Word Origin from nomos Definition to practice, consider NASB Word Usage suppose
(1), supposed (4), supposing (3), think (4), thinks (1), thought (2). suppose. ...
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271. amethustos -- amethyst
... amethyst. From a (as a negative particle) and a derivative of methuo; the "amethyst"
(supposed to prevent intoxication) -- amethyst. see GREEK a. ...
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7360. racham -- carrion vulture
... gier- eagle. Or (feminine) rachamah {raw-khaw-maw'}; from racham; a kind of vulture
(supposed to be tender towards its young) -- gier- eagle. see HEBREW racham. ...
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3471. yashepheh -- jasper
... jasper. From an unused root meaning to polish; a gem supposed to be jasper (from
the resemblance in name) -- jasper. 3470b, 3471. yashepheh. 3472 . ...
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3939. laanah -- wormwood
... hemlock, wormwood. From an unused root supposed to mean to curse; wormwood (regarded
as poisonous, and therefore accursed) -- hemlock, wormwood. 3938, 3939. ...
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1933. hava' -- to fall
... Or havah {haw-vaw'}; a primitive root (compare 'avah, hayah) supposed to mean properly,
to breathe; to be (in the sense of existence) -- be, X have. ...
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Let it be Supposed, that Your Ingenious Reason Should Suggest to ...
... [Way-3-8] Let it be supposed, that your ingenious reason should suggest
to you? Let it be supposed, that your ingenious reason ...
/.../law/the way to divine knowledge/way-3-8 let it be supposed.htm

Appendix x. On the Supposed Temple-Synagogue.
... APPENDIX X. ON THE SUPPOSED TEMPLE-SYNAGOGUE. (Vol. i. Book 11. ch. ... Equally
inappropriate are the other arguments in favor of this supposed Temple-Synagogue. ...
/.../the life and times of jesus the messiah/appendix x on the supposed.htm

Let it be Supposed, that Our Lord was to Come Again for a While In ...
... Address 76: Let it be supposed, that our Lord was to come again for a
while in? Let it be supposed, that our Lord was to come ...
/.../address 76 0 0 let it be.htm

Again, Let it be Supposed, that Your Sceptic Reason had Brought ...
... [Way-3-10] Again, let it be supposed, that your sceptic reason had brought
you into doubt about? Again, let it be supposed, that ...
/.../law/the way to divine knowledge/way-3-10 again let it be.htm

The Supposed Effects of Christianity.
... PART II. OF THE AUXILIARY EVIDENCES OF CHRISTIANITY CHAPTER VII. THE SUPPOSED
EFFECTS OF CHRISTIANITY. That a religion which under ...
/.../paley/evidences of christianity/chapter vii the supposed effects.htm

Supposed Influence of the Alexandrian --Jewish Doctrines.
... CHAPTER I. JESUS NOT EDUCATED IN THE THEOLOGICAL SCHOOLS OF THE JEWS. Section
27. Supposed Influence of the Alexandrian"Jewish Doctrines. ...
/.../section 27 supposed influence of.htm

Let it be Supposed, However, that He had not Read the Prophecy...
... Chapter LXXVI. Let it be supposed, however, that he had not read the prophecy?
Let it be supposed, however, that he had not read ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/origen/origen against celsus/chapter lxxvi let it be.htm

The Supposed Great Learning of Celsus, which is Composed...
... Chapter XXXII. The supposed great learning of Celsus, which is composed?
The supposed great learning of Celsus, which is composed ...
/.../origen/origen against celsus/chapter xxxii the supposed great.htm

But Where Does this Supposed virtue of the Image Reside? in the ...
... Against the Heathen. Section 20. But where does this supposed virtue of the image
reside? in the material, or in the form, or in the maker's skill? ...
/.../athanasius/select works and letters or athanasius/section 20 but where does.htm

Moses is Supposed to have Perceived Whatever of Truth Can be ...
... Book XII. Chapter XXXI."Moses is Supposed to Have Perceived Whatever of
Truth Can Be Discovered in His Words. 42. Thus, when one ...
/.../the confessions and letters of st/chapter xxxi moses is supposed to.htm

Supposed (19 Occurrences)
...Supposed (19 Occurrences). Matthew 20:10 When the first came, they supposed that
they would receive more; and they likewise each received a denarius. ...
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Zoan (7 Occurrences)
... Old Testament Notices 3. Early History 4. Hyksos Monuments 5. Hyksos Population
6. Hyksos Age 7. Description of Site 1. Situation: The name is supposed to mean ...
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Pithom (1 Occurrence)
... Here have recently (1883) been discovered the ruins of supposed grain-chambers,
and other evidences to show that this was a great "store city." Its immense ruin ...
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Claim (30 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (v.) To ask for, or seek to obtain, by virtue of authority,
right, or supposed right; to challenge as a right; to demand as due. ...
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Cockatrice (3 Occurrences)
... Easton's Bible Dictionary The mediaeval name (a corruption of "crocodile") of
a fabulous serpent supposed to be produced from a cock's egg. ...
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Star (16 Occurrences)
... 3. (n.) A planet supposed to influence one's destiny; (usually pl.) a
configuration of the planets, supposed to influence fortune. ...
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Trophimus (3 Occurrences)
... The occasion of this outrage was that the Jews supposed that Paul had "brought Greeks
also into the temple, and.... defiled this holy place" (Acts 21:28). ...
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Charm (5 Occurrences)
... alluring quality. 4. (n.) Anything worn for its supposed efficacy to the
wearer in averting ill or securing good fortune. 5. (n.) Any ...
/c/charm.htm - 14k

Eden (19 Occurrences)
... It is not surprising, therefore, that the plural of the word has the meaning "delights,"
and that Eden has been supposed to mean the land of delights, and that ...
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Comparative
...SUPPOSED RESEMBLANCES TO REVEALED RELIGION 1. Rites 2. Dogmas 3. Asserted Parallels
to Gospel History 4. Virgin Birth 5. Heathen Aspirations and Unconscious ...
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