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rebuke, reprove

Definition:

The term “rebuke” refers to correcting someone verbally, usually with sternness or force.

  • The New Testament commands Christians to rebuke other believers when they are clearly disobeying God.
  • The book of Proverbs instructs parents to rebuke their children when they are disobedient.
  • A rebuke is typically given to prevent those who committed a wrong from further involving themselves in sin.
  • This could be translated by “sternly correct” or “admonish.”
  • The phrase “a rebuke” could be translated by “a stern correction” or “a strong criticism.”
  • “Without rebuke” could be translated as “without admonishing” or “without criticism.”

(See also admonish, disobey)

Bible References:

Word Data:

  • Strongs: H1605, H1606, H2778, H2781, H3198, H4045, H4148, H8156, H8433, G1649, G1651, G1969, G2008, G3679