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Discover the power of exhortations as seen in the book of Hebrews, where the Greek verbs "Parakaleō" and nouns "Paraklēsis" are explored in relation to Christian encouragement and divine promises. Delve into passages such as Heb. 3:12-19, 10:19-25, 13:18-19, 6:13-20, 12:4-11, and 13:22 for uplifting insights.
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The Greek Verb • Parakaleō, a compound of para [beside] and kaleō [to call], occurring 4x, means • to ask to come and be present where the speaker is, call to one’s side • to urge strongly, appeal to, exhort, encourage • to make a strong request for something, implore, entreat • to instill someone with courage or cheer, comfort, encourage, cheer up; etc.
The Greek Noun • Paraklēsis, derived from parakaleō, occurring 3x, refers to • the act of emboldening another in belief or course of action, encouragement, exhortation • strong request, appeal, request • lifting of another’s spirits, comfort, consolation
Exhortation • Encouragements from Earth • Christian Exhortation (Heb. 3:12-19) • Christian Assembly (Heb. 10:19-25) • Christian Prayer (Heb. 13:18-19) • Encouragements from Heaven • Divine Promises (Heb. 6:13-20) • Divine Discipline (Heb. 12:4-11) • Divine Revelation (Heb. 13:22)