εὐσέβεια
Piety; specially, the gospel scheme
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What does εὐσέβεια (eusébeia) mean in the Bible?
εὐσέβεια (eusébeia) is a Greek word meaning "piety; specially, the gospel scheme". εὐ-σέβεια, -ας, ἡ (εὐσεβής, which see), [in LXX: Pro. Since Paul states that the knowledge of the truth accords with εὐσέβεια, lifestyle is not a negotiable add-on to faith but an essential expression of authentic knowledge of God in Titus. This term runs through the canonical themes of Faith, Revelation.
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Meaning
Reverent devotion to God expressing itself in righteous conduct and submission to His will
(εὐσεβής, which see), [in LXX: Pro.1:7, Isa.33:6 (יִרְאָה), Pro.13:11 (aliter in Heb.), Isa.11:2 (יְהוָֹה יִרְאָה), I Est.1:23, Wis.10:12, Sir.49:3, and very frequently in 4Mac ;]
Why This Word Matters
Since Paul states that the knowledge of the truth accords with εὐσέβεια, lifestyle is not a negotiable add-on to faith but an essential expression of authentic knowledge of God in Titus. 1 Timothy 3:14-16
The contrast between genuine godliness and its counterfeit form highlights the difference between authentic faith and empty religion. 1 Timothy 4:6-10
Christian behavior is grounded in and shaped by Christological truth. 2 Timothy 3:1-9
The goal of discipline is Christlike reverence, not mere religious activity. Titus 1:1-4
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