Topical Encyclopedia The term "unfree" is not directly found in the Bible; however, the concept of being unfree, particularly in the context of slavery and spiritual bondage, is addressed throughout the Scriptures. The Bible provides various insights into the condition of being unfree, both in physical and spiritual terms.Physical Slavery and Bondage In the ancient world, slavery was a common practice, and the Bible contains numerous references to it. The Israelites themselves experienced slavery in Egypt, as described in the Book of Exodus. God heard their cries and delivered them from bondage through Moses. Exodus 6:6 states, "Therefore tell the Israelites: I am the LORD, and I will bring you out from under the yoke of the Egyptians. I will free you from being slaves to them, and I will redeem you with an outstretched arm and with mighty acts of judgment." The Mosaic Law provided regulations for the treatment of slaves, emphasizing humane treatment and the possibility of freedom. For instance, in Exodus 21:2 , it is written, "If you buy a Hebrew servant, he is to serve you for six years, but in the seventh year he shall go free, without paying anything." In the New Testament, the Apostle Paul addresses the issue of slavery in his epistles. While the institution of slavery was not directly challenged, Paul encouraged Christian masters to treat their slaves with fairness and love, as seen in Ephesians 6:9 : "And masters, do the same for your slaves. Give up your use of threats, because you know that He who is both their Master and yours is in heaven, and there is no favoritism with Him." Spiritual Bondage Beyond physical slavery, the Bible speaks extensively about spiritual bondage. Sin is depicted as a form of slavery that holds individuals captive. Jesus Christ offers freedom from this bondage through His sacrificial death and resurrection. In John 8:34-36 , Jesus declares, "Truly, truly, I tell you, everyone who sins is a slave to sin. A slave is not a permanent member of the family, but a son belongs to it forever. So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed." The Apostle Paul further elaborates on this theme in Romans 6:17-18 : "But thanks be to God that, though you once were slaves to sin, you wholeheartedly obeyed the form of teaching to which you were committed. You have been set free from sin and have become slaves to righteousness." Freedom in Christ The ultimate freedom offered in the Bible is found in a relationship with Jesus Christ. This freedom transcends physical circumstances and provides liberation from the power of sin and death. Galatians 5:1 exhorts believers, "It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not be encumbered once more by a yoke of slavery." In summary, while the Bible acknowledges the reality of physical and spiritual unfreedom, it consistently points to God's desire for liberation and redemption. Through Christ, believers are invited to experience true freedom, becoming "slaves to righteousness" and living in the liberty of God's grace. Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (a.) Not free; held in bondage.Library The End of Christ's Coming Fences and Serpents The Secular Clergy The Replacement of the Fallen Angels by Elect Men (28-30); the ... "Because the Carnal Mind is Enmity against God, for it is not ... The Main Current of the Reformation Division of Actual Grace Leadership for Service Period I: the Imperial State Church of the Undivided Empire, or ... Thesaurus Unfree (1 Occurrence)... Noah Webster's Dictionary (a.) Not free; held in bondage. Multi-Version Concordance Unfree (1 Occurrence). Revelation 19:18 So that ... /u/unfree.htm - 6k Unfortunate (4 Occurrences) Unfrequented (1 Occurrence) Resources Unfree: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.comBible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Unfree (1 Occurrence)Revelation 19:18 Subtopics Related Terms |
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