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Keyword: Abomination

See Also: Abhor, Detest, Hate
Original Word: תּוֹעֵבָה (toevah)
Strong's Number: H8441 (Hebrew)
Definition: abomination, detestable thing
Proverbs 6:16
KJV: These six things doth the LORD hate: yea, seven are an abomination unto him:
NKJV: These six things the LORD hates, Yes, seven are an abomination to Him:
NIV: There are six things the LORD hates, seven that are detestable to him:
Interpretation: The verse introduces a list of things God considers abominations. God hates these seven things. The use of six and seven emphasizes the completeness of God's rejection. The verse teaches that certain behaviors are abominations to God. Understanding what God considers abominable helps us avoid those things. The list shows specific sins that God strongly rejects. God's hatred of these things shows His holiness. Those who want to please God must avoid what He considers abominations.
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Deuteronomy 18:12
KJV: For all that do these things are an abomination unto the LORD: and because of these abominations the LORD thy God doth drive them out from before thee.
NKJV: For all who do these things are an abomination to the LORD, and because of these abominations the LORD your God drives them out from before you.
NIV: Anyone who does these things is detestable to the LORD; because of these same detestable practices the LORD your God will drive out those nations before you.
Interpretation: God calls the practices of the Canaanite nations abominations. Because of these abominations, God drove those nations out of the land. The verse shows that certain practices lead to judgment. God will not tolerate abominations among His people. The Canaanites' abominable practices resulted in their removal from the land. God's judgment on abominations demonstrates His holiness. The verse warns that abominable practices will not go unpunished. Those who practice what God considers abominations face His judgment.
Tweet Text: Deuteronomy 18:12 God calls certain practices abominations and will not tolerate them among His people. Abominable practices lead to judgment. #abomination #abhor #hate #detest #mywordofgod
Proverbs 15:8
KJV: The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD: but the prayer of the upright is his delight.
NKJV: The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD, But the prayer of the upright is His delight.
NIV: The LORD detests the sacrifice of the wicked, but the prayer of the upright pleases him.
Interpretation: God rejects the sacrifices of the wicked, calling them abominations. However, the prayers of the upright please Him. The verse shows that religious acts mean nothing without right hearts. Wicked people cannot please God with sacrifices. What matters is the condition of the heart, not the religious act. Upright people please God with their prayers. The verse teaches that God values character over ceremony. Those who live wickedly cannot please God, no matter what they offer. True worship comes from upright hearts.
Tweet Text: Proverbs 15:8 God rejects the sacrifices of the wicked as abominations. Religious acts mean nothing without right hearts. God values character over ceremony. #abomination #abhor #hate #detest #mywordofgod
Leviticus 18:22
KJV: Thou shalt not lie with mankind, as with womankind: it is abomination.
NKJV: You shall not lie with a male as with a woman. It is an abomination.
NIV: Do not have sexual relations with a man as one does with a woman; that is detestable.
Interpretation: God prohibits sexual relations between men. He calls this practice an abomination. The verse clearly states God's standard for sexual behavior. God's design for sexuality is between a man and a woman in marriage. Practices that deviate from this design are abominations to God. The verse shows that God has specific standards for human sexuality. Those who practice what God considers abominations face His judgment. God's commands reflect His design for human relationships. The verse teaches that God's standards are clear and must be followed.
Tweet Text: Leviticus 18:22 God prohibits sexual relations between men, calling it an abomination. God has specific standards for sexuality. Practices that deviate face judgment. #abomination #abhor #hate #detest #mywordofgod
Revelation 21:27
KJV: And there shall in no wise enter into it any thing that defileth, neither whatsoever worketh abomination, or maketh a lie: but they which are written in the Lamb's book of life.
NKJV: But there shall by no means enter it anything that defiles, or causes an abomination or a lie, but only those who are written in the Lamb's Book of Life.
NIV: Nothing impure will ever enter it, nor will anyone who does what is shameful or deceitful, but only those whose names are written in the Lamb's book of life.
Interpretation: Nothing that defiles or works abomination will enter the new Jerusalem. Only those written in the Lamb's book of life will enter. The verse shows the purity of heaven. What God considers abominations cannot enter God's presence. The city is reserved for those who belong to Christ. Those who practice abominations are excluded from heaven. The verse teaches that heaven is holy and pure. Only those whose names are in the Lamb's book will enter. The verse reminds us that abominations keep people out of God's presence.
Tweet Text: Revelation 21:27 Nothing that works abomination will enter the new Jerusalem. Only those in the Lamb's book of life will enter. Abominations keep people out of God's presence. #abomination #abhor #hate #detest #mywordofgod
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