Jump to: ATS • ISBE • Easton's • Webster's • Concordance • Thesaurus • Greek • Hebrew • Library • Subtopics • Terms Topical Encyclopedia The term "Word" holds significant theological and doctrinal importance within the Christian faith, particularly as it relates to the nature of God, the person of Jesus Christ, and the revelation of divine truth. The concept of the "Word" is most prominently featured in the opening verses of the Gospel of John, where it is used to describe Jesus Christ as the pre-existent, divine Logos.Biblical References: 1. John 1:1-14: The Gospel of John begins with a profound theological statement about the "Word" (Greek: Logos). John 1:1 states, "In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God." This passage establishes the eternal existence of the Word, affirming both its distinctness from and unity with God. John 1:14 further reveals, "The Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us," identifying the Word as Jesus Christ, who incarnated to reveal God to humanity. 2. Hebrews 4:12: The Word of God is described as "living and active, sharper than any double-edged sword." This verse emphasizes the power and efficacy of God's Word in discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart, highlighting its role in spiritual transformation and judgment. 3. Revelation 19:13: In the apocalyptic vision of Revelation, Jesus is depicted as the conquering King, and His name is called "The Word of God." This title underscores His authority and the ultimate fulfillment of God's redemptive plan through Him. Theological Significance: · Divine Revelation: The Word is central to the concept of divine revelation. It is through the Word that God communicates His will, character, and purposes to humanity. The Scriptures, often referred to as the written Word of God, serve as the authoritative source of truth for faith and practice. · Christology: The identification of Jesus as the Word underscores His divine nature and His role in creation and redemption. As the Logos, Jesus is the perfect revelation of God, embodying the fullness of divine wisdom and truth. This understanding is foundational to the doctrine of the Trinity, affirming the deity of Christ and His co-equality with the Father and the Holy Spirit. · Creation: The Word is also associated with the act of creation. According to John 1:3, "Through Him all things were made, and without Him nothing was made that has been made." This affirms the active role of the Word in the creation of the universe, highlighting the power and authority inherent in the divine Logos. · Salvation: The incarnation of the Word is central to the Christian message of salvation. By becoming flesh, the Word bridges the gap between God and humanity, providing the means for reconciliation and eternal life through His death and resurrection. Practical Implications: · Scriptural Authority: Believers are called to submit to the authority of the Word as revealed in Scripture. The Bible, as the written Word, is the ultimate guide for faith, doctrine, and conduct. · Proclamation and Teaching: The Word is to be proclaimed and taught faithfully, as it is the means by which God brings about spiritual growth and maturity in believers. The Great Commission (Matthew 28:19-20) emphasizes the importance of teaching all that Christ has commanded. · Personal Transformation: The Word has the power to transform lives, renewing minds and conforming believers to the image of Christ. Engaging with the Word through study, meditation, and application is essential for spiritual growth and maturity. In summary, the concept of the "Word" is foundational to understanding the nature of God, the person of Jesus Christ, and the means by which God reveals Himself to humanity. It encompasses the living, active, and authoritative communication of God's truth, both in the person of Jesus and in the Scriptures. ATS Bible Dictionary WordOne of the titles of the second person of the Trinity, indicating perhaps that by his acts and teachings God is revealed, somewhat as thought is by words, 1 John 1:1 5:7 Revelation 19:13. "The word of the Lord" was a common phrase in the Old Testament, always denoting some revelation of Jehovah. Long before the coming of Christ, the Jewish paraphrasts of the Bible used "The Word" in the passage where Jehovah occurred in the original; and the term was familiar to Jewish writers as the name of a divine being, the Son of God. To show its true meaning and its application to our Savior, was of great importance to John, the last of the inspired writers, in whose later years certain errors as to the person of Christ, borrowed from Eastern philosophy, had begun to creep into the Christian church. He describes "The Word" as a personal and divine Being, self-existent, and coexistent from eternity with the Father, yet distinguished from him as The Son, the creator of all created things, the source of all life and light to men, and in the fullness of time incarnate among men, John 1:13,14. John's gospel is full and clear respecting the divinity of Christ, John 20:31. Easton's Bible Dictionary (Gr. Logos), one of the titles of our Lord, found only in the writings of John (John 1:1-14; 1 John 1:1; Revelation 19:13). As such, Christ is the revealer of God. His office is to make God known. "No man hath seen God at any time; the only begotten Son, which is in the bosom of the Father, he hath declared him" (John 1:18). This title designates the divine nature of Christ. As the Word, he "was in the beginning" and "became flesh." "The Word was with God " and "was God," and was the Creator of all things (Comp. Psalm 33: 6; 107:20; 119:89; 147:18; Isaiah 40:8).Word of God (Hebrews 4:12, etc.). The Bible so called because the writers of its several books were God's organs in communicating his will to men. It is his "word," because he speaks to us in its sacred pages. Whatever the inspired writers here declare to be true and binding upon us, God declares to be true and binding. This word is infallible, because written under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, and therefore free from all error of fact or doctrine or precept. (see INSPIRATION; BIBLE.) All saving knowledge is obtained from the word of God. In the case of adults it is an indispensable means of salvation, and is efficacious thereunto by the gracious influence of the Holy Spirit (John 17:17; 2 Timothy 3:15, 16; 1 Peter 1:23). Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary 1. (n.) The spoken sign of a conception or an idea; an articulate or vocal sound, or a combination of articulate and vocal sounds, uttered by the human voice, and by custom expressing an idea or ideas; a single component part of human speech or language; a constituent part of a sentence; a term; a vocable.2. (n.) Hence, the written or printed character, or combination of characters, expressing such a term; as, the words on a page. 3. (n.) Talk; discourse; speech; language. 4. (n.) Account; tidings; message; communication; information; -- used only in the singular. 5. (n.) Signal; order; command; direction. 6. (n.) Language considered as implying the faith or authority of the person who utters it; statement; affirmation; declaration; promise. 7. (n.) Verbal contention; dispute. 8. (n.) A brief remark or observation; an expression; a phrase, clause, or short sentence. 9. (v. i.) To use words, as in discussion; to argue; to dispute. 10. (v. t.) To express in words; to phrase. 11. (v. t.) To ply with words; also, to cause to be by the use of a word or words. 12. (v. t.) To flatter with words; to cajole. International Standard Bible Encyclopedia WORDwurd: The commonest term in the Old Testament for "word" is dabhar (also "matter" "thing"); in the New Testament logos ("reason," "discourse," "speech"); but also frequently rhema. Rhema is a "word" in itself considered; logos is a spoken word, with reference generally to that which is in the speaker's mind. Some of the chief applications of the terms may thus be exhibited: Greek 3056. logos -- a word (as embodying an idea), a statement, a ... ... a word (as embodying an idea), a statement, a speech. Part of Speech: Noun, Masculine Transliteration: logos Phonetic Spelling: (log'-os) Short Definition: a ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/3056.htm - 8k 4487. rhema -- a word, by impl. a matter 2031. epos -- a word 5514. Chloe a prim. word -- Chloe. 312. anaggello -- to bring back word, announce 1731. endeiknumi -- to indicate (by word or act), to prove 1065. ge -- emphasizes the word to which it is joined 2727. katecheo -- to teach by word of mouth 2036 -- answer, bid, bring word, command 4007a. per -- indeed (adds force to the preceding word) Strong's Hebrew 1697. dabar -- speech, word... 1696, 1697. dabar. 1698 . speech, word. Transliteration: dabar Phonetic Spelling: (daw-baw') Short Definition: word. Word Origin ... /hebrew/1697.htm - 8k 4405. millah -- a word, speech, utterance 4406. millah -- a word, thing 1703. dabbarah -- a word 6600. pithgam -- a command, word, affair 561. emer -- speech, word 565a. imrah -- utterance, speech, word 3983. memar -- a word 565b. emrah -- utterance, speech, word 562. omer -- promise, speech, thing, word Library "And the Word was with God, and the Word was God. " The Word of God On the Incarnation of the Word "Be Doers of the Word. " The Word How the Word is the Maker of all Things, and Even the Holy Spirit ... 'Constrained by the Word' Section 6, 7. When the Word and Son Hungered, Wept, and was ... The Word in Eternity, in the World, and in the Flesh A Word in the Prayer. Thesaurus Word (8118 Occurrences)... As the Word, he "was in the beginning" and "became flesh." "The Word was with God " and "was God," and was the Creator of all things (Comp. ...Word of God. ... /w/word.htm - 16k By-word (6 Occurrences) Word's (3 Occurrences) Word-striving (1 Occurrence) Hell (53 Occurrences) Sown (45 Occurrences) Solemnity (3 Occurrences) Solemn (100 Occurrences) Quicken (16 Occurrences) Saviour (157 Occurrences) Resources What is the value of doing a word study in understanding the Bible? | GotQuestions.orgWhat are the spiritual gifts of the word of wisdom and the word of knowledge? | GotQuestions.org What does it mean to preach the Word (2 Timothy 4:2)? | GotQuestions.org Word: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Word (8118 Occurrences)Word occurs 8118 times in 12 translations. You can narrow your search using the Advanced Bible Search. 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