The term "unbecomingly" refers to behavior or conduct that is inappropriate, improper, or not in accordance with accepted standards of decency and decorum. In the context of biblical teachings, acting unbecomingly is often associated with actions that are not fitting for a follower of Christ, as they do not reflect the character and holiness expected of believers.

Biblical References:

1. 1 Corinthians 13:5 : "It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs." In this passage, the Apostle Paul describes love and its attributes. The phrase "does not dishonor others" is sometimes translated as "does not act unbecomingly" in other versions. Here, Paul emphasizes that true love, which is a reflection of God's nature, does not behave in a manner that is inappropriate or disrespectful to others.

2. 1 Corinthians 7:36 : "If anyone thinks he is acting improperly toward his virgin, and if she is past her youth and it must be so, let him do as he wishes; he is not sinning; they should get married." In this context, the term "acting improperly" can be understood as acting unbecomingly. Paul addresses concerns about propriety and the appropriate conduct regarding marriage and relationships, advising that actions should align with moral and social standards.

Theological Implications:

Acting unbecomingly is contrary to the call for Christians to live lives that reflect the holiness and righteousness of God. Believers are urged to conduct themselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ (Philippians 1:27). This includes exhibiting the fruit of the Spirit, such as love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control (Galatians 5:22-23).

Moral and Ethical Conduct:

The concept of unbecoming behavior extends to various aspects of life, including speech, dress, and interactions with others. Christians are encouraged to avoid actions that could lead to scandal, cause others to stumble, or bring disrepute to the name of Christ. This involves exercising discernment and wisdom in all areas of life, ensuring that one's conduct aligns with biblical principles.

Practical Application:

Believers are called to examine their lives and ensure that their actions are becoming of their identity in Christ. This involves a commitment to personal holiness, accountability within the community of faith, and a desire to honor God in all things. By avoiding unbecoming behavior, Christians can serve as effective witnesses to the transformative power of the gospel and the love of Christ.807. aschemoneo -- to act unbecomingly
... to act unbecomingly. Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: aschemoneo Phonetic Spelling:
(as-kay-mon-eh'-o) Short Definition: I act improperly, unseemly ...
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Whether the New Law Directed Man Sufficiently as Regards Interior ...
... Therefore Our Lord unbecomingly taught that only in respect of these three works,
and of no other earthly goods ought we to shun the glory of human favor. ...
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Vindication of Christian Women.
... of art are devoted to worthless objects, while they are held in higher estimation
by you than even your gods; and you behave yourselves unbecomingly in what ...
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Epistle xxxiv. To John Bishop of Scyllacium .
... under the guise of their being, as it were, an offering [1758] , it is necessary
that, if thou recollectest having received anything unbecomingly, thou restore ...
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Concerning the Hatred of Learning, the Love of Play, and the Fear ...
... whipped because, as a boy, I played ball, and so was hindered from learning quickly
those lessons by means of which, as a man, I should play more unbecomingly? ...
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A Comparison of the Blessedness of the Righteous, who have not yet ...
... whether it would be eternal (and eternal it would have been had they not
sinned),"who, I say, will do so, seeing that even now we not unbecomingly call those ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/augustine/city of god/chapter 12 a comparison of the.htm

Here Beginneth the Letter Directed from the Whole African Council ...
... treat of four things with us, first concerning the appeal of bishops to the Pontiff
of the Roman Church, second that bishops should not unbecomingly be sailing ...
/.../schaff/the seven ecumenical councils/canon cxxxiv continuation of cxxxv.htm

Whether it is Lawful to Swear?
... I answer that, Nothing prevents a thing being good in itself, and yet becoming a
source of evil to one who makes use thereof unbecomingly: thus to receive the ...
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Whether one Ought to Give Alms Out of what one Needs?
... that the residue would be insufficient for one to live in keeping with one's station
and the ordinary occurrences of life: for no man ought to live unbecomingly ...
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Whether it is Becoming of Christ to Pray?
... 2: Amongst the other things which He knew would happen, He knew that some would
be brought about by His prayer; and for these He not unbecomingly besought God. ...
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Whether the Sole Motive of Anger is Slight or Contempt?
... On the contrary, The Philosopher says (Rhet. ii, 2) that anger is "a desire, with
sorrow, for vengeance, on account of a seeming slight done unbecomingly.". ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/aquinas/summa theologica/whether the sole motive of.htm

Unbecomingly (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Unbecomingly (1 Occurrence). 1 Corinthians
13:5 She does not behave unbecomingly, nor seek to aggrandize ...
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Unbelief (16 Occurrences)

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Youth (169 Occurrences)
... 1 Corinthians 7:36 If, however, a father thinks he is acting unbecomingly towards
his still unmarried daughter if she be past the bloom of her youth, and so ...
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Unbearably (1 Occurrence)

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Wrongs (26 Occurrences)
... (BBE). 1 Corinthians 13:5 She does not behave unbecomingly, nor seek to aggrandize
herself, nor blaze out in passionate anger, nor brood over wrongs. (WEY NIV). ...
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Improperly (1 Occurrence)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (adv.) In an improper manner; not properly; unsuitably;
unbecomingly. Multi-Version Concordance Improperly (1 Occurrence). ...
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Passionate (6 Occurrences)
... 1 Corinthians 13:5 She does not behave unbecomingly, nor seek to aggrandize herself,
nor blaze out in passionate anger, nor brood over wrongs. (WEY). ...
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Bloom (9 Occurrences)
... 1 Corinthians 7:36 If, however, a father thinks he is acting unbecomingly towards
his still unmarried daughter if she be past the bloom of her youth, and so ...
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Blaze (9 Occurrences)
... (WEY). 1 Corinthians 13:5 She does not behave unbecomingly, nor seek to aggrandize
herself, nor blaze out in passionate anger, nor brood over wrongs. (WEY). ...
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