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The term "unfeigned" is used in the Bible to describe a quality of sincerity and genuineness, particularly in the context of faith and love. It is derived from the Greek word "anupokritos," which means "without hypocrisy" or "sincere." This concept is significant in Christian teachings, emphasizing the importance of authenticity in one's relationship with God and others.
Biblical References:1.
Unfeigned Faith: · In
2 Timothy 1:5, the Apostle Paul commends Timothy for his "unfeigned faith," which he notes first dwelt in Timothy's grandmother Lois and his mother Eunice. Paul writes, "I am reminded of your sincere faith, which first lived in your grandmother Lois and in your mother Eunice, and I am persuaded now lives in you also" . This passage highlights the generational transmission of genuine faith, underscoring the importance of authenticity in one's belief and trust in God.
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Unfeigned Love: · The Apostle Peter exhorts believers to love one another with a pure heart fervently, emphasizing the need for unfeigned love. In
1 Peter 1:22, he writes, "Since you have purified your souls by obedience to the truth, so that you have a genuine love for your brothers, love one another deeply, from a pure heart" . This call to unfeigned love reflects the Christian ideal of loving others sincerely, without pretense or ulterior motives.
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Unfeigned Love of the Brethren: · Similarly, in
Romans 12:9, Paul instructs the Roman church, "Love must be sincere. Detest what is evil; cling to what is good" . Here, the emphasis is on the sincerity of love, which should be free from hypocrisy and deceit, aligning with the moral and ethical standards of the Christian faith.
Theological Significance:The concept of unfeigned faith and love is central to Christian ethics and spirituality. It calls believers to a life of integrity, where one's outward expressions of faith and love are consistent with their inner convictions. This sincerity is not merely a moral obligation but a reflection of the transformative work of the Holy Spirit in the believer's life. Unfeigned faith and love are seen as evidence of a true and living relationship with God, manifesting in genuine interactions with others.
Practical Application:In practical terms, unfeigned faith and love challenge Christians to examine their motives and attitudes. Believers are encouraged to cultivate a heart that is transparent before God and others, striving for a faith that is not merely performative but deeply rooted in the truth of the Gospel. This involves a commitment to personal integrity, honesty in relationships, and a consistent witness to the love of Christ in all areas of life.
In summary, the biblical call to unfeigned faith and love is a profound invitation to live authentically before God and others, embodying the sincerity that is at the heart of the Christian message.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
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a.) Not feigned; not counterfeit; not hypocritical; real; sincere; genuine; as, unfeigned piety; unfeigned love to man.
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia
UNFEIGNEDun-fand' (anupokritos, "unfeigned," "undisguised"): The Greek word occurs only in the New Testament (1 Timothy 1:5 2 Timothy 1:5) and is designative of the moral quality of faith as "the mark of transparency and simplicity of soul-the most complete and distinct exponent of a man's character-the natural hypothesis of a pure and good heart-a readiness to believe in goodness" (Martineau, Hours of Thought, First Series, 86;). Compare 2 Corinthians 6:6 1 Peter 1:22; James 3:17.
Greek
505. anupokritos -- unhypocritical, unfeigned ... unhypocritical,
unfeigned. Part of Speech: Adjective Transliteration: anupokritos
Phonetic Spelling: (an-oo-pok'-ree-tos) Short Definition:
unfeigned, without
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Thesaurus
Unfeigned (5 Occurrences)... Noah Webster's Dictionary (a.) Not feigned; not counterfeit; not hypocritical; real;
sincere; genuine; as,
unfeigned piety;
unfeigned love to man.
...UNFEIGNED.
...Lois (1 Occurrence)
... Paul speaks of the unfeigned faith that there was in Timothy, and he adds that this
faith dwelt at the first in thy grandmother Lois, and thy mother Eunice. ...
Eunice (1 Occurrence)
... Scriptures (2 Timothy 3:15). She was distinguished by her "unfeigned faith.".
Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. EUNICE. u-ni'-se, u ...
Timothy (28 Occurrences)
... Paul mentions them by name in 2 Timothy 1:5; he there speaks of the unfeigned faith
which was in Timothy, and which dwelt at the first in Eunice and Lois. ...
Pure (160 Occurrences)
... 1 Timothy 1:5 but the goal of this command is love, out of a pure heart and a good
conscience and unfeigned faith; (WEB KJV WEY ASV DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). ...
Yielding (19 Occurrences)
... James 3:17 But the wisdom from above first is pure, then peaceful, gentle, yielding,
full of mercy and good fruits, unquestioning, unfeigned. (DBY). ...
Unfeeling (2 Occurrences)
Unfertile (2 Occurrences)
Obeying (24 Occurrences)
... 1 Peter 1:22 Seeing ye have purified your souls in obeying the truth through the
Spirit unto unfeigned love of the brethren, see that ye love one another with ...
Open (586 Occurrences)
... 5. (a.) Without reserve or false pretense; sincere; characterized by sincerity;
unfeigned; frank; also, generous; liberal; bounteous; -- applied to personal ...
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