Definition and Overview:
Accomplishment, in a biblical context, refers to the successful completion or fulfillment of a task, purpose, or promise. It is often associated with the divine will and the realization of God's plans. In the Scriptures, accomplishment is not merely about human achievement but is deeply intertwined with obedience to God and the manifestation of His purposes.

Biblical Instances and Themes:

1. Divine Accomplishment:
The Bible frequently highlights God's ability to accomplish His purposes. Isaiah 46:10 states, "I declare the end from the beginning, and ancient times from what is still to come. I say, ‘My purpose will stand, and all My good pleasure I will accomplish.’" This underscores the sovereignty of God in bringing His plans to fruition.

2. Fulfillment of Prophecy:
Accomplishment is often seen in the fulfillment of biblical prophecy. For instance, the coming of Jesus Christ is a significant accomplishment of Old Testament prophecies. Matthew 5:17 records Jesus saying, "Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I have not come to abolish them, but to fulfill them."

3. Human Accomplishment through Divine Aid:
The Bible acknowledges human accomplishments, especially when they align with God's will. Philippians 4:13 states, "I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength." This verse emphasizes that true accomplishment is achieved through reliance on Christ's strength.

4. Completion of God's Work:
The concept of accomplishment is also evident in the completion of God's work in believers. Philippians 1:6 assures, "being confident of this, that He who began a good work in you will continue to perfect it until the day of Christ Jesus." This reflects the ongoing process of spiritual growth and sanctification.

5. Jesus' Accomplishment on the Cross:
The ultimate accomplishment in the Christian faith is Jesus' sacrificial death and resurrection. John 19:30 records Jesus' final words on the cross, "It is finished." This declaration signifies the completion of His redemptive work, fulfilling the requirements of the Law and providing salvation for humanity.

6. Accomplishment in Christian Living:
Believers are encouraged to pursue accomplishments that honor God. Colossians 3:23-24 instructs, "Whatever you do, work at it with your whole being, for the Lord and not for men, because you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as your reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving." This passage highlights the importance of diligence and purpose in all endeavors.

Theological Implications:
From a conservative Christian viewpoint, accomplishment is not merely about personal success or achievement but is deeply rooted in fulfilling God's will and purposes. It involves a partnership with God, where human effort is empowered by divine grace. The ultimate measure of accomplishment is not in earthly accolades but in faithfulness to God's calling and the advancement of His kingdom.1. (n.) The act of accomplishing; entire performance; completion; fulfillment; as, the accomplishment of an enterprise, of a prophecy, etc.

2. (n.) That which completes, perfects, or equips thoroughly; acquirement; attainment; that which constitutes excellence of mind, or elegance of manners, acquired by education or training.

1604. ekplerosis -- a completion, fulfillment
... Transliteration: ekplerosis Phonetic Spelling: (ek-play'-ro-sis) Short Definition:
completion, fulfillment Definition: a completion, fulfillment, accomplishment ...
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4932. suntemno -- to cut in pieces
... Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: suntemno Phonetic Spelling: (soon-tem'-no)
Short Definition: I cut short, bring to swift accomplishment Definition: I cut ...
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5620. hoste -- so as to, so then, therefore
... derived from 5613 , "as" and 5037 , "both-and") -- (with the that . . connecting
to necessary which emphasizes the (the , end-accomplishment). ...
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Whether the Accomplishment of Christ's Conception Should be ...
... OF THE ACTIVE PRINCIPLE IN CHRIST'S CONCEPTION (FOUR ARTICLES) Whether the
accomplishment of Christ's conception should be attributed to the Holy Ghost? ...
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Depraved Eloquence an Injurious Accomplishment.
... Book II. Chapter 1 [I.]"Depraved Eloquence an Injurious Accomplishment.
There have reached me the two books of Vincentius Victor ...
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A Fit and Auspicious Day was Sought Out for the Accomplishment of ...
... Chap. XII. A fit and auspicious day was sought out for the accomplishment
of this undertaking? A fit and auspicious day was sought ...
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Whether the Parts of Fortitude are Suitably Assigned?
... ii) that "with this the mind is much assured and firmly hopeful in great and honorable
undertakings." The second regards the accomplishment of the deed, and ...
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The Different Duties of Abandonment.
... exercised more habitually, and with greater perfection, should, like this virtue,
be composed of two kinds of duty; the active accomplishment of the divine will ...
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Concerning Daniel and what Befell Him at Babylon.
... 3. Now two years after the destruction of Egypt, king Nebuchadnezzar saw a wonderful
dream, the accomplishment of which God showed him in his sleep; but when ...
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Acts iv. 23
... This then is what they say: Bring those words into accomplishment, and show that
they "imagine vain things."For of a truth," they proceed, "there were ...
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Additional Evidences of Christianity, and Reflections on the Whole ...
... to him, which were either expressly foretold, or, at least, hinted at; all which,
with those already mentioned, had so evident an accomplishment in Jesus ...
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Sins May be Divided into Corporeal and Spiritual Both Equally ...
... Nor, if some difficulty interferes with its full accomplishment, is it even in that
case exonerated; for it is itself imputed to itself: nor; having done the ...
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Obedience to Parents.
... a preparation to that which follows; strengthened by the labors of the past, we
are fitted for those of the future, and prepared for the accomplishment of the ...
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Accomplishment (7 Occurrences)
... 1. (n.) The act of accomplishing; entire performance; completion; fulfillment;
as, the accomplishment of an enterprise, of a prophecy, etc. ...
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Accomplishing (9 Occurrences)

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Reconciliation (11 Occurrences)
... and American) by "to make propitiation.") The making atonement or propitiation is
the basis of the reconciliation, the means of its accomplishment, and the ...
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Reconcile (10 Occurrences)
... and American) by "to make propitiation.") The making atonement or propitiation is
the basis of the reconciliation, the means of its accomplishment, and the ...
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Quality (14 Occurrences)
... 4. (n.) An acquired trait; accomplishment; acquisition. 5. (n.) Superior birth or
station; high rank; elevated character. Multi-Version Concordance ...
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Qualify (2 Occurrences)
... requisite qualities to; to fit, as for a place, office, occupation, or character;
to furnish with the knowledge, skill, or other accomplishment necessary for a ...
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Labor (181 Occurrences)
... 3. (n.) That which requires hard work for its accomplishment; that which demands
effort. 4. (n.) Travail; the pangs and efforts of childbirth. ...
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Lawless (16 Occurrences)
... of Scripture must yet find their fulfilment in me: 'And He was reckoned among the
lawless'; for indeed that saying about me has its accomplishment." (WEY DBY ...
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League (20 Occurrences)
... 3. (n.) An alliance or combination of two or more nations, parties, or persons,
for the accomplishment of a purpose which requires a continued course of action ...
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Gedaliah (31 Occurrences)
... The peaceful and popular rule which was being established by the good governor stood
in the way of the accomplishment of any plan of conquest he entertained. ...
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