# exhort, exhortation

## Definition:

The term “exhort” means to strongly encourage and urge someone to do what is right. Such encouragement is called “exhortation.”

* The purpose of exhortation is to persuade other people to avoid sin and follow God’s will.
* The New Testament teaches Christians to exhort each other in love, not harshly or abruptly.

## Translation Suggestions:

* Depending on the context, “exhort” could also be translated as “strongly urge” or “persuade” or “advise.”
* Make sure the translation of this term does not imply that the exhorter is angry. The term should convey strength and seriousness, but should not refer to angry speech.
* In most contexts, the term “exhort” should be translated differently than “encourage,” which means to inspire, reassure, or comfort someone.
* Usually this term will also be translated differently from “admonish,” which means to warn or correct someone for his wrong behavior.

## Bible References:

* [1 Thessalonians 2:3-4](rc://en/tn/help/1th/02/03)
* [1 Thessalonians 2:12](rc://en/tn/help/1th/02/12)
* [1 Timothy 5:2](rc://en/tn/help/1ti/05/02)
* [Luke 3:18](rc://en/tn/help/luk/03/18)

## Word Data:

* Strong’s: G38670, G38700, G38740, G43890
