Unknowingly (3 Occurrences)

Leviticus 22:14
And if a man shall eat of the holy thing unknowingly, then he shall put to it the fifth part, and shall give it to the priest, with the holy thing.
(WBS)

Deuteronomy 4:42
for the fleeing thither of the man-slayer, who slayeth his neighbour unknowingly, and he is not hating him heretofore, and he hath fled unto one of these cities, and he hath lived:
(YLT)

Deuteronomy 19:4
And this 'is' the matter of the man-slayer who fleeth thither, and hath lived: He who smiteth his neighbour unknowingly, and is not hating him heretofore,
(YLT)

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The Problem of Lying
... Nor is a man to be cleared of the charge of lying whose mouth unknowingly
speaks the truth while his conscious intention is to lie. ...
/.../augustine/handbook on faith hope and love/chapter vi the problem of.htm

John Chapter xv. 23
... person himself back to rectitude, we even pursue him with a salutary harshness;
and so afflict a good man as if he were wicked, and one whom unknowingly we love ...
/.../augustine/homilies on the gospel of john/tractate xc john chapter xv.htm

Preface to the "Divine Names. "
... and all objects of sense and intelligence; and all things being and not being, and
be raised aloft as far as attainable, agnostos"unknowingly [5] ,"to the ...
/.../dionysius/dionysis on divine names/preface to the divine names.htm

What is the Divine Gloom?
... perceptions and intellectual efforts, and all objects of sense and intelligence,
and all things not being and being, and be raised aloft unknowingly to the ...
//christianbookshelf.org/dionysius/mystic theology/caput i what is the.htm

Refutation of the Gentiles
... the Father. Suppose they confess all this, what then? Are they not unknowingly
turning the ridicule against themselves? The Greek ...
/.../athanasius/on the incarnation of the word/chapter 7 refutation of the.htm

The Prey of the Terrible
... stricter guard. But God led Golden, all unknowingly, to go straight to the
very house where she was. So she heard again. Next time ...
/.../wilson-carmichael/things as they are/chapter v the prey of.htm

A Rash Vow
... I then pointed out that, however ignorant the Apostle was of what 'following Christ'
meant, he had hit the mark, and stumbled unknowingly upon the very essence ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/maclaren/expositions of holy scripture i/a rash vow.htm

Mary in the House of Caiphas.
... curses, which pierced the heart of the tender Mother of Jesus through and through;
but she prayed for these blind creatures who thus unknowingly blasphemed the ...
/.../the dolorous passion of our lord jesus christ/chapter xi mary in the.htm

That Contemplative Life is Worthier and Meedfuller than Active ...
... and preachings that it uses. But these err unknowingly, for they know not
the virtue of contemplative. Yet there are many active ...
/.../rolle/the fire of love/chapter xxi that contemplative life.htm

That Lovers of God Shall Deem with Him: and of the Love of ...
... Nevertheless it were better for him in little things to pass measure unknowingly,
whiles he does it with good intent to sustain nature, than if for too mickle ...
//christianbookshelf.org/rolle/the fire of love/chapter xi that lovers of.htm

Unknowingly (3 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Unknowingly (3 Occurrences). Leviticus 22:14
And if a man shall eat of the holy thing unknowingly, then ...
/u/unknowingly.htm - 7k

Man-slayer (20 Occurrences)
... Deuteronomy 4:42 for the fleeing thither of the man-slayer, who slayeth his neighbour
unknowingly, and he is not hating him heretofore, and he hath fled unto ...
/m/man-slayer.htm - 13k

Heretofore (25 Occurrences)
... Deuteronomy 4:42 for the fleeing thither of the man-slayer, who slayeth his neighbour
unknowingly, and he is not hating him heretofore, and he hath fled unto ...
/h/heretofore.htm - 15k

Unkind (7 Occurrences)

/u/unkind.htm - 8k

Hating (95 Occurrences)
... Deuteronomy 4:42 for the fleeing thither of the man-slayer, who slayeth his neighbour
unknowingly, and he is not hating him heretofore, and he hath fled unto ...
/h/hating.htm - 33k

Unknown (15 Occurrences)

/u/unknown.htm - 13k

Fleeth (54 Occurrences)
... Deuteronomy 19:4 And this 'is' the matter of the man-slayer who fleeth thither,
and hath lived: He who smiteth his neighbour unknowingly, and is not hating him ...
/f/fleeth.htm - 22k

Fled (181 Occurrences)
... Deuteronomy 4:42 for the fleeing thither of the man-slayer, who slayeth his neighbour
unknowingly, and he is not hating him heretofore, and he hath fled unto ...
/f/fled.htm - 38k

The concept of acting "unknowingly" is a significant theme in the Bible, often associated with sin, ignorance, and the need for atonement. In the Scriptures, actions committed unknowingly are treated with a degree of mercy, yet they still require repentance and sometimes restitution.

Old Testament Context

In the Old Testament, the Law given to Moses addresses sins committed unknowingly. Leviticus 4 outlines the procedures for atonement for unintentional sins. The text specifies that if anyone sins unintentionally in any of the LORD's commandments, they are still guilty and must offer a sacrifice. Leviticus 4:2-3 (BSB) states, "Speak to the Israelites and say, 'When anyone sins unintentionally and does what is forbidden in any of the LORD’s commands—if the anointed priest sins, bringing guilt on the people, he must bring to the LORD a young bull without blemish as a sin offering for the sin he has committed.'"

This provision underscores the seriousness of sin, regardless of intent, and the necessity of maintaining holiness and purity before God. Numbers 15:27-29 further elaborates on this, providing a means for atonement for individuals who sin unintentionally, emphasizing that both native-born Israelites and foreigners residing among them are subject to the same laws.

New Testament Context

In the New Testament, the theme of acting unknowingly is addressed in the context of grace and forgiveness through Jesus Christ. Acts 3:17-19 (BSB) records Peter speaking to the people of Israel, acknowledging their ignorance in crucifying Jesus: "And now, brothers, I know that you acted in ignorance, as did your leaders. But in this way God has fulfilled what He foretold through all the prophets, saying that His Christ would suffer. Repent, then, and turn back, so that your sins may be wiped away."

The Apostle Paul also reflects on his own past ignorance in persecuting the church. In 1 Timothy 1:13 (BSB), he writes, "Even though I was once a blasphemer and a persecutor and a violent man, I was shown mercy because I acted in ignorance and unbelief." This acknowledgment highlights the transformative power of God's grace, which is available even for those who have sinned unknowingly.

Theological Implications

The biblical treatment of unknowing actions reveals God's justice and mercy. While ignorance does not exempt one from the consequences of sin, it does open the door for divine compassion and forgiveness. The sacrificial system in the Old Testament and the redemptive work of Christ in the New Testament both provide means for reconciliation with God.

The concept of unknowingly sinning also serves as a reminder of the importance of spiritual awareness and the pursuit of knowledge and understanding of God's will. Believers are encouraged to seek wisdom and discernment to avoid sinning unknowingly and to live lives that are pleasing to God.

Practical Application

For believers today, the biblical teaching on acting unknowingly calls for a humble acknowledgment of human fallibility and a reliance on God's grace. It encourages a proactive approach to spiritual growth, including regular study of Scripture, prayer, and fellowship with other believers to cultivate a deeper understanding of God's commands and to avoid unintentional transgressions.What are internalism and externalism? | GotQuestions.org

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