The concept of His own in Christianity
Synonyms: Personal, Individual, Private
In German: Sein eigenes; In Malay: Miliknya; In Finnish: Hänen omansa; In Spanish: Su propio; In Swedish: Hans eget; In Dutch: Zijn eigen; In Spanish: Suyo propio; In French: Le sien; In Finnish: Hänen oma; In Swedish: Hans egen
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Christian concept of 'His own'
From: Ante-nicene Fathers
(1) The time that the apostle foresaw, that philosophy would do violent injury to the truth, as stated in the text.[1] (2) His own holy but less austere example justified the early Church in making room for the two classes of Christians which must always be found in earnest religion, according to the provided text.[2] (3) This refers to the Lord's actions, implying that they were not self-directed but were in accordance with the divine will, demonstrating obedience and setting an example.[3] (4) His own refers to the creature that God loved, and it is a central theme of the text's discussion on faith and redemption.[4] (5) His own refers to the people of the Church who are connected to the bishop, and the ones who will receive the bishop when he returns.[5]
From: Gospel of Thomas Commentary
(1) This refers to Jesus's own country or hometown, where he was not accepted, as mentioned in the text.[6]
From: Expositions of Holy Scripture
(1) The text describes Jesus' power, and his identification with the glory of God.[7] (2) This is a reference to Christ, who, through communion, sets individuals at His right hand in the heavenly places.[8] (3) The phrase used to highlight that Saul's actions were the cause of his demise, that he was the sole reason for his suffering and ultimate death.[9] (4) This refers to the individual's possessions, and the text mentions this, as well as its importance.[10] (5) Refers specifically to those who have surrendered to Christ, highlighting a special relationship and love that He has for them.[11]
From: Bible cyclopedia, critical and expository
(1) His own experience is referred to in Psalms 60:2, and his own words, Ecclesiastes 8:12-13, were illustrated by Solomon putting Joab to death.[12] (2) This term refers to something belonging to a specific individual, and the text mentions that he consigned the body to his own newly hewn rock tomb.[13] (3) The inherent sin that caused the grief, and the perversity and punishment that was recorded, and the experience that was his.[14] (4) His own words were retorted by Dathan and Abiram when Moses sent for them, accusing Moses of not fulfilling promises, as explained in the text.[15] (5) His own refers to the familiar friend, who betrayed the Saviour, according to the text.[16]
From: Hymns for Christian Devotion
(1) Even an angel would be weak who trusted in his own, suggesting that self-reliance, even for celestial beings, is a source of weakness.[17] (2) The individuals whom Jesus called his own, were the ones who betrayed, forsaken, or denied him, as the second verse indicates.[18] (3) This refers to the people, and the author states that this day is dedicated to the entity's purpose and will.[19]
From: A Dictionary of the Bible (Hastings)
(1) The course of the war in Galilee, and particularly this person's relations therewith, are minutely narrated by the individual, detailing his involvement.[20]
From: The Complete Sayings of Jesus
(1) A group of people who will be avenged by God.[21]
From: The Kebra Nagast
(1) This is a reference to a significant figure, and it is used to provide a supporting quote within the text.[22]
From: The city of God
(1) These are the opinions which the author advanced in the first ten books.[23]
The concept of His own in local and regional sources
"His own" refers to the bishop's household, where he offered to provide shelter to the youth. This phrase highlights the bishop's personal commitment to caring for and fostering the young individual in his community.
From: The Complete Works of Swami Vivekananda
(1) Jesus fell short, because he did not always live up to his own highest ideal, and above all, because he did not give woman an equal place with man.[24] (2) No man is born to any religion; he has a religion in his own soul, as the text states, emphasizing individuality.[25] (3) This phrase describes the method of putting oneself into another man's very soul, and it is what made Ramakrishna's teaching unique.[26]
From: Bede's Ecclesiastical History of England
(1) His own is the household where the bishop offered to keep the youth, as described in the text.[27]