Synonyms: thirstiness, dryness, parched, craving, strong desire, longing, yearning, avidity, hunger, voracity, keenness, eagerness, lust, appetite, passion, love, crave, want, covet, desire, hunger for/after, lust for/after, hanker for/after, have one's heart set on
Antonyms: aversion, distaste, apathy, dislike, hatred, antipathy, disgust, disregard, abhorrence, acrimony, wet, animosity, animus, antagonism, bad feeling, bitterness, be averse to, detestation
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376. The Fall of Babylon
Revelation 18:1-24
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Robert W. Wall
... they are losing profits and customers as the city burns. As Beasley-Murray says, “The merchants … are concerned neither for the miseries of the innocent nor for the sufferings of the city, but solely for the loss of trade” (Revelation, p. 267). Their disregard for human life reflects the values of their choice for materialism over theism (cf. Luke 12:1–34; 14:1–6). Most of the cargoes listed belong to the middle class. The concluding reference to bodies and souls of men is important because ...
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Gerald H. Wilson
... one possibly escape the disciplining punishment of God? Eliphaz’s implication, of course, is that Job falls under this general condemnation of human corruption and thus has no legitimate reason to balk at his suffering. Eliphaz completely ignores—or disregards—Job’s continuing protestation of innocence. Job might even agree that humans are not perfectly sinless—he never claims they are—but his chief argument is that his punishment is out of proportion for any “crime” he might have committed ...
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Gerald H. Wilson
... lack of adequate clothing for social respectability and personal protection from the elements. The joyful response of the poor to Job’s ministrations, and his heart did not bless me, affirms his generous action and contradicts the accusation of compassionless disregard. It is in fact the “loins” of the poor that “bless” Job. As the loins are often understood as the seat of procreative power, Job’s compassionate covering of the poor may save lives and secure the existence of future descendants ...
379. The Lord Speaks
Job 38:1--41:34
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Gerald H. Wilson
... .” Unlike many species of birds that lay their eggs in nests elevated for protection in trees and shrubs, the ostrich, being a heavy bird, must build its nest on the ground. The observations of modern ornithologists do not confirm this assumed disregard the ostrich displays towards her eggs, although it is a common misunderstanding reflected broadly in ancient literature (see Pope, Job, p. 261; Gordis, Job, p. 459). When the ostrich hen leaves the nest in search of food, she normally covers the eggs ...
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Craig C. Broyles
... of moral perfection but affirmations that one embraces the ways of the LORD and that one is a “seeker” and “fearer” of Yahweh (see on Pss. 15; 24). They simply profess that one is a loyal adherent, as opposed one who rejects or disregards Yahweh and his ways. We cannot read this testimony as an expression of pride, for God saves the humble but brings low those whose eyes are haughty. In stark contrast to most leaders, the Davidic king must count himself alongside, literally, “a humble people ...
381. Adultery
Matthew 5:27-30
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Robert H. Mounce
... as reliable navigational aids. 5:27–30 The seventh commandment is, “You shall not commit adultery” (Exod. 20:14; Deut. 5:18). Jesus now teaches that the lustful look itself is a form of adultery. In identifying lust with action, he disregards “the well-developed distinction of the scribes between intention and action” (Stendahl, p. 776). Though the act of adultery may have far more serious social consequences (the penalty according to Lev. 20:10 is death for both parties), the intentional desire ...
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Robert H. Mounce
... holy. Slavery requires complete devotion to one owner. It is impossible to be a servant of God and still serve Mammon. A choice must be made. The love-hate contrast does not refer to an emotional relationship but should be taken in the sense of faithful service as opposed to disregard.
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Craig C. Broyles
... , he is to rouse himself to the facts of their case, and so rise up and help us. Supporting these petitions are laments. The first questions why Yahweh has done what a covenant judge should not do to a loyal partner, that is, estrange himself and disregard their plight (v. 24). The second emphasizes that the people’s situation is desperate (we are brought down to the dust) and that only a divine judge can remedy it (“rise up and help us”). The final petition may echo the earlier image of the shepherd ...
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Craig A. Evans
... practice. This parable evokes a vivid picture of a flash flood that comes upon all without warning. Although some will be prepared, because they have obeyed the words of Jesus, others will not be prepared, and so will experience destruction, for they disregarded Jesus’ warning. Since the whole sermon seems directed to Jesus’ disciples, it is likely that this parable refers to his disciples as well. Thus understood, it is an exhortation to all disciples to hear and obey Jesus’ teachings and so remain ...
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Craig A. Evans
... the lamp. If one’s eyes are good then one is full of light. The “eyes” probably represent one’s moral disposition. The one inclined to hear and obey Jesus (=eyes are good) will be full of truth (=light). If one’s moral disposition is to disregard Jesus and his proclamation (=eyes are bad), then one will be left in ignorance (=whole body is full of darkness). Verse 35 is an exhortation to examine one’s self carefully, to make sure that the light is truly light and not darkness. Verse 36 promises ...
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Craig A. Evans
... enter the kingdom, failed to heed the summons, and so the apparent non-elect (the poor, the crippled, etc.) enter instead. 14:18–20 I cannot agree with Fitzmyer (p. 1056) who regards the link with Deut. 20:5–7 as “eisegetical.” Because Fitzmyer disregards the significance of the Central Section’s correspondence with the contents and themes of Deuteronomy 1–26, he is not always able to explain the rationale behind the Lucan sequence (see commentary on 16:1–13 and 16:14–18 below) and, in this ...
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Craig A. Evans
... law permitted property to be sold, but the income of the land was still due the father (the original owner) as long as he lived. To liquidate his portion of the estate and then to leave his family amounted to an act of the grossest disregard and disloyalty. squandered his wealth in wild living: Lit. “scattered his substance living loosely.” Thus, “loose living” is described by his older brother as wasting money on prostitutes (v. 30). The noun form of “loosely” occurs in Eph. 5:18, “Do not get ...
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Mary J. Evans
... , and returned to David (2 Sam. 3:13–14). Maybe Michal’s attitude to David the next time she looks through a window (v. 12) is understandable (2 Sam. 6:16). David continues to be portrayed as an attractive personality. It may be that his apparent disregard of the needs and feelings of others stems not so much from an uncaring nature as from a wholehearted involvement with the needs of the present that resulted in his overlooking other issues. 19:18–24 David fled to Samuel at Ramah, possibly seeking to ...
389. Faith in the Son of God
1 John 5:1-12, 1 John 4:7-21
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Thomas F. Johnson
... the visible commitment in action, going “out of one’s way,” to advance the highest good and well-being of others. The love is in the deed, first and foremost, and secondarily in its purpose. So, when the Elder looks at the opponents and sees them disregarding the well-being of his needy community (cf. 3:17–18), and, indeed, aggressively attacking them, this is prima facie evidence for the absence of any agapē love at all. If it is not there for the brother, it is not there for God. The very nature ...
390. Laban Pursues Jacob
Genesis 31:22-55
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John E. Hartley
... He charged Jacob with having done a foolish thing, a harsh indictment in that culture. Laban overplayed his outrage, however, witnessing to his own incrimination. To add force to his accusations Laban asserted that he had the power to harm Jacob for contemptuous disregard of family customs. Nevertheless, he admitted that the night before he had been restrained in venting his anger by a warning from the God of Jacob’s father, telling him neither to harm nor to bless Jacob. Only God had more authority than ...
391. Marrying a Captive Woman
Deuteronomy 21:10-14
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Christopher J. H. Wright
... is both an offense in the present and a threat to the future of his family, (b) The law recognizes both the importance and the limits of internal family discipline. The case is brought to the elders only after prolonged parental discipline has manifestly been disregarded. The son does not obey his father and mother and will not listen to them when they discipline him (v. 18); a point that they make explicitly to the elders in their testimony. The law thus admits that the wisdom of Proverbs 22:6 (“Train ...
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Christopher J. H. Wright
... is both an offense in the present and a threat to the future of his family, (b) The law recognizes both the importance and the limits of internal family discipline. The case is brought to the elders only after prolonged parental discipline has manifestly been disregarded. The son does not obey his father and mother and will not listen to them when they discipline him (v. 18); a point that they make explicitly to the elders in their testimony. The law thus admits that the wisdom of Proverbs 22:6 (“Train ...
393. A Rebellious Son
Deuteronomy 21:18-21
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Christopher J. H. Wright
... is both an offense in the present and a threat to the future of his family, (b) The law recognizes both the importance and the limits of internal family discipline. The case is brought to the elders only after prolonged parental discipline has manifestly been disregarded. The son does not obey his father and mother and will not listen to them when they discipline him (v. 18); a point that they make explicitly to the elders in their testimony. The law thus admits that the wisdom of Proverbs 22:6 (“Train ...
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Iain W. Provan
... the prohibition, if not these precise words), and were fashioned in their image (became worthless, v. 15). In particular, they built themselves two calves and an Asherah pole, and worshiped Baal (v. 16; cf. 1 Kgs. 12:25ff.; 16:31ff.). All of this was done in flagrant disregard for God’s Law and covenant (vv. 13, 15) and in defiance of God’s prophets (v. 13). It was done with the stubbornness and pride of those who had come out of Egypt in the first place (v. 14; cf. the stiff-necked people of Deut. 9 ...
395. Samaria Resettled
2 Kings 17:24-41
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Iain W. Provan
... the prohibition, if not these precise words), and were fashioned in their image (became worthless, v. 15). In particular, they built themselves two calves and an Asherah pole, and worshiped Baal (v. 16; cf. 1 Kgs. 12:25ff.; 16:31ff.). All of this was done in flagrant disregard for God’s Law and covenant (vv. 13, 15) and in defiance of God’s prophets (v. 13). It was done with the stubbornness and pride of those who had come out of Egypt in the first place (v. 14; cf. the stiff-necked people of Deut. 9 ...
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John Goldingay
... people’s leadership. In the third woe, the people pull punishment along as they scornfully invite God to hurry along the plan that the holy one is allegedly pursuing. Their comment on God’s work takes up and justifies Isaiah’s earlier observation about their disregard for it (v. 12), and their chilling taunt about the Holy One of Israel resonates with Isaiah’s subsequent comment on who this God is (v. 16). One need not suppose that people literally said the words in verse 19 (and suppose that this ...
397. The Potent Word of God
Hebrews 4:12
Illustration
Editor James S. Hewett
... ." Depending upon the context, the Agra word madagat can mean stinging, venomous, or potent. A poisonous snake is madagat, but so are some medicines that can heal. A translation assistant explained his understanding of how the Word of God is potent: "It depends upon how we approach it. If we disregard it, it's like the poisonous snake. But if we live by it, its potency is like medicine."
398. Courage to Take a Stand
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Editor James S. Hewett
... sport and found its highest delight in the death of a human being. It was on such a day when the vast crowd was watching the contest that a Syrian monk by the name of Telemachus stood up in the vast arena. Telemachus was torn by the utter disregard for the value of human life and so, he leaped into the arena in the midst of the gladiatorial show and cried out, "This thing is not right! This thing must stop!" Because he was interfering with their pleasure, the authorities gave the command for Telemachus to ...
399. Where's the Magic?
Hebrews 11:1-3, 8-12
Sermon
King Duncan
... the counter was grossly disappointed. He asked, “But where’s the magic?” Ricardo replied: “Check in my friend’s pocket. You will find all three of the candy bars there.” And, of course, they were there. That’s a pretty good magic trick if you disregard the ethics of it all. Have you ever sat in a worship service and thought to yourself, “Where’s the magic?” I don’t mean that when you come to worship you are expecting a magic show with a charming magician and his beautiful assistant ...
Sermon
Dean Feldmeyer
... poems in the Hebrew scriptures. Isaiah 11:1-10, which is often read on the second Sunday of Advent, speaks of a time in the future. Isaiah was writing in Jerusalem in about 750 BCE, chastising the Hebrew people for their callous disregard for the poor, their selfishness, their haughty attitudes, and their inappropriate nationalism and pride. He warned them about what he feared would be the imminent destruction of Judah that would result from their behavior. In this passage, however, he promised that the ...
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