Bible Concordance: High-born

Treatise on Good Works
... DEDICATION. JESUS. To the Illustrious, High-born Prince and Lord, John Duke of Saxony,
Landgrave of Thuringia, Margrave of Meissen, my gracious Lord and Patron. ...
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Letter cxxvii. To Principia.
... Then as she was young, and highborn, as well as distinguished for her beauty"always
an attraction to men"and her self-control, an illustrious consular ...
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Letter cxxx. To Demetrias.
... for having determined to regard herself not as a wealthy or a high born lady, but ...
abhor it as a menstruous rag." [3633] Among the holy and highborn ladies who ...
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Letter cxxviii. To Gaudentius.
... true in their case: "It is ill rebuking what you have once allowed to become ingrained."
[3607] I am ashamed to say it and yet I must; high born ladies who ...
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Letter cxxiii. To Ageruchia.
... The Letters of St. Jerome. Letter CXXIII. To Ageruchia. An appeal to the
widow Ageruchia, highborn lady of Gaul, not to marry again. ...
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Grace Abounding to the Chief of Sinners Or, a Brief Relation of ...
... Wherefore, I have not here, as others, to boast of noble blood, or of any high-born
state, according to the flesh; though, all things considered, I magnify the ...
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The Good Samaritan
... There was seen such a sight as (so far as we know) was never seen before on
earth"the high-born white lady worshipping by the side of her own slave ...
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The Tournament at Constantinople.
... His princely achievements not only obtained due commendations at the Emperor's hands,
but all the fair and high-born dames present (so the faithful Owen ever ...
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Luther Before the Diet
... Secular lords, highborn, powerful, and jealous of their hereditary rights; princely
ecclesiastics, flushed with their conscious superiority in rank and power ...
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Luther Before the Diet.
... Secular lords, high-born, powerful, and jealous of their hereditary rights; princely
ecclesiastics, flushed with their conscious superiority in rank and power ...
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Thesaurus

Highborn (1 Occurrence)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (a.) of noble birth. Multi-Version Concordance
Highborn (1 Occurrence). Psalms 62:9 Men of low degree are ...
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High-born (2 Occurrences)
High-born. Highborn, High-born. Higher . Multi-Version Concordance High-born
(2 Occurrences). ... (DBY). Highborn, High-born. Higher . Reference Bible.
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Generous (17 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (a.) Of honorable birth or origin; highborn.
2. (a.) Exhibiting those qualities which are popularly ...
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Powerful (93 Occurrences)
... 1 Corinthians 1:26 For consider your calling, brethren, that there are not many
wise according to flesh, not many powerful, not many high-born. (DBY RSV). ...
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Hiram (21 Occurrences)
... Easton's Bible Dictionary High-born. (1.) Generally "Huram," one of the sons of
Bela (1 Chronicles 8:5). (2.) Also "Huram" and "Horam," king of Tyre. ...
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Higher (73 Occurrences)

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High (4559 Occurrences)

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Topical Encyclopedia

The term "high-born" refers to individuals of noble or royal lineage, often associated with positions of authority, privilege, and influence. In the biblical context, high-born individuals are frequently mentioned in relation to their roles in governance, leadership, and the unfolding of God's divine plan.

Old Testament Context

In the Old Testament, high-born individuals often include kings, princes, and members of the royal family. These figures are typically seen as having been placed in their positions by divine providence. For example, King David, though initially a shepherd, was chosen by God to be king over Israel, establishing a royal lineage that would lead to the birth of Jesus Christ. The prophet Samuel anointed David, signifying God's choice (1 Samuel 16:12-13, BSB).

The book of Proverbs frequently addresses the behavior and responsibilities of those in high positions. Proverbs 31:4-5 (BSB) advises, "It is not for kings, O Lemuel, it is not for kings to drink wine, nor for rulers to crave strong drink, lest they drink and forget what is decreed, and deprive all the oppressed of justice." This passage underscores the expectation that high-born individuals should exercise wisdom and justice.

New Testament Context

In the New Testament, the concept of high-born takes on a spiritual dimension. The Apostle Paul, in his letters, often contrasts earthly status with spiritual status. In 1 Corinthians 1:26-29 (BSB), Paul writes, "Brothers, consider the time of your calling: Not many of you were wise by human standards; not many were powerful; not many were of noble birth. But God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong. He chose the lowly and despised things of the world, and the things that are not, to nullify the things that are, so that no one may boast in His presence."

This passage highlights the Christian teaching that spiritual nobility, characterized by humility and faith, is of greater value than earthly nobility. The high-born, in the spiritual sense, are those who are born again into the family of God, regardless of their earthly status.

Role in Society and the Church

High-born individuals in biblical times were often expected to lead by example, demonstrating righteousness and justice. The responsibilities of leadership were seen as a divine mandate, with the expectation that those in power would uphold God's laws and care for the people. This is evident in the instructions given to kings in Deuteronomy 17:18-20 (BSB), where they are commanded to write for themselves a copy of the law and read it all the days of their life to learn to fear the Lord and follow His commandments.

In the early church, the emphasis shifted from earthly nobility to spiritual leadership. The qualifications for church leaders, such as elders and deacons, focused on character and faithfulness rather than social status (1 Timothy 3:1-13, BSB).

Conclusion

The biblical perspective on high-born individuals encompasses both the responsibilities associated with earthly nobility and the spiritual calling of all believers to live as children of God. While earthly status may confer certain privileges and responsibilities, the ultimate measure of nobility in the Bible is one's relationship with God and adherence to His commandments.

Resources

What year was Jesus Christ born? When was Jesus born? | GotQuestions.org

Why was Jesus born in a manger? | GotQuestions.org

Who was Annas in the Bible? | GotQuestions.org

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