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The concept of Thy word in Christianity

In Christianity, "Thy word" encompasses divine communication and scripture that guides believers towards spiritual nourishment and truth. It signifies the teachings and doctrines from God meant to be memorized and followed, providing moral guidance and clarity in life. These messages are viewed as authoritative sources that instill righteousness, instruct believers, and reveal deeper spiritual insights. The concept also implies a personal commitment to uphold these divine teachings, ensuring a faithful adherence to God's commands throughout one's life.

Synonyms: Your language, Your statement

In Finnish: Sinun sanasi; In Spanish: Tu palabra; In Swedish: Ditt ord; In Malay: Firman-Mu; In German: Dein Wort; In Dutch: Uw woord; In French: Ta parole

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Christian concept of 'Thy word'

Christianity Books

Significance in Christianity (general):

From: Hymns for Christian Devotion

(1) This refers to the divine communication that promises and reveals the glories and splendor of the deity.[1] (2) This phrase refers to a divine message, which is requested to be quick and powerful in its effect on the audience.[2] (3) These are the divine communications that unveil mysteries, within a particular setting, guiding those who seek understanding.[3] (4) This refers to the words of a divine entity.[4] (5) This refers to the divine's teachings, the scriptures, or the messages intended to provide guidance and insight into the path of life.[5]

From: Expositions of Holy Scripture

(1) Refers to the sacred scripture or specific messages from God that are to be hidden in the heart for personal spiritual growth.[6] (2) The entirety of divine revelation as taught by Christ, which He pleads for His disciples to keep.[7]

From: The Complete Sayings of Jesus

(1) The message that has been given to the individuals, which they have received and is considered truth, and through which they are sanctified.[8]

Significance in Early Christian church and writers:
Early Christianity Books

From: Ante-nicene Fathers

(1) One should make a balance for these, and beware lest you slide perchance in thy tongue, and fall in the sight of thine enemies.[9] (2) Thy words should be balanced, and make a balance for thy words, and right curbs for thy mouth, and beware that thou slide not perchance in thy tongue.[10] (3) This refers to the creative power of God, by which all creatures were made, demonstrating the greatness of His power.[11] (4) This is what he said he would do.[12] (5) This refers to the words spoken by someone, representing teachings and beliefs, often with religious significance.[13]

Early Christianity (also known as Early Church) refers to the period starting roughly in the 6th century BC up until 325 A.D. during which year the first council of Nicaea was convened. Popular literature includes the writings by the early Church Fathers which forms the basis of later Christian theology.

Significance in Global Christian community:
Catholic Church Books

From: Works of St. Anselm

(1) Refers to Jesus Christ, the Son of God, who is the truth and expresses the Father鈥檚 essence.[14]

The Catholic Church is a global Christian community with over a billion members, rooted in the teachings of Jesus Christ. It is led by the Pope and emphasizes the sacraments, particularly the Eucharist. Catholicism is a denomination centered on the teachings thereof. It has a rich theological and cultural heritage.

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

From: The Kebra Nagast

(1) Thy words refers to the communications of King Solomon, which are considered gracious, indicating the positive and pleasing nature of his speech.[15]

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.

Gnostic concept of 'Thy word'

Gnosticism Books

Significance in Gnosticism (Mystical or Esoteric Christianity):

From: Pistis Sophia

(1) Thy word is what the soul waited for, according to the Psalm.[16]