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The concept of Mighty in Christianity

In Christianity, the term Mighty describes individuals or forces possessing strength or power, while also highlighting the importance of self-control. Within Protestantism, the concept of Mighty emphasizes powerful figures in contrast to God's unparalleled patience, suggesting that regardless of human strength, divine enduring patience surpasses all. This dual meaning underscores the relationship between mightiness and virtue in both contexts, illustrating the complexity of power in spiritual teachings.1
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Synonyms: Powerful, Strong, Impressive, Great

The below excerpts are indicatory and do represent direct quotations or translations. It is your responsibility to fact check each reference.

Christian concept of 'Mighty'

Christianity Books

Significance in Christianity (general):

From: Expositions of Holy Scripture

(1) The people that are on one side, and God, and God only, can adjust the difference between the mighty and the weak, and can redress the balance.[1] (2) A term referring to those who possess strength or power, juxtaposed with the virtue of self-control.[2]

From: Hymns for Christian Devotion

(1) The mighty should not find their glory in their might, suggesting that true value lies beyond mere power or physical prowess, which can be fleeting.[3]

Significance in Protestantism (Christian movement emphasizing faith and scripture):
Protestantism Books

From: The Existence and Attributes of God

(1) A term used to describe powerful individuals or forces, relative to whom God’s patience is profoundly superior.[4]

Protestantism (or simply the protestant church) is a major branch of Christianity originating from the Reformation in the 16th century, led by figures like Martin Luther. It emphasizes salvation by faith alone and the Bible as the ultimate authority. Variants of Protestantism include Lutheranism, Calvinism, Anglicanism, Methodism and Presbyterianism, each with unique practices but generally united by these core principles.

Significance in Church of the East (or the East Syriac Church):
Church of the East Books

From: The Kebra Nagast

(1) He removeth the thrones of the mighty, and He maketh to he honoured those who are needy, indicating a shift in power and status.[5]

The Church of the East emerged in the 5th century and separated from the Roman Empire's state church by adopting Nestorianism. It emphasizes the distinct human and divine natures of Jesus Christ. It is also called the Assyrian Church, Nestorian Church or the East Syriac Church.