In the biblical context, accusation refers to the act of charging someone with wrongdoing or sin. It is a theme that appears throughout Scripture, highlighting both human and divine perspectives on justice, truth, and righteousness.

Old Testament Context

In the Old Testament, accusations often occur within legal and judicial settings. The Law of Moses provided guidelines for handling accusations to ensure justice and prevent false testimony. Deuteronomy 19:15 states, "A lone witness is not sufficient to establish any wrongdoing or sin against a man, regardless of what offense he may have committed. A matter must be established by the testimony of two or three witnesses." This principle underscores the importance of corroborating evidence in accusations, aiming to protect individuals from false charges.

The account of Naboth's vineyard in 1 Kings 21 illustrates the misuse of accusations. King Ahab's wife, Jezebel, orchestrates false accusations against Naboth, leading to his unjust execution. This narrative highlights the potential for abuse and the destructive power of false accusations.

New Testament Context

In the New Testament, accusations take on a more personal and spiritual dimension. Jesus Christ Himself faced numerous accusations from religious leaders who sought to undermine His ministry. In Mark 14:56-59, false witnesses accuse Jesus during His trial, yet their testimonies do not agree. This reflects the fulfillment of prophetic suffering and the innocence of Christ amidst wrongful accusations.

The Apostle Paul also encountered accusations throughout his ministry. In Acts 24:5-6, Paul is accused of being a troublemaker and desecrating the temple. Despite these charges, Paul consistently defends his actions and faith, demonstrating integrity and reliance on God's truth.

Satan as the Accuser

The Bible identifies Satan as the ultimate accuser. Revelation 12:10 refers to him as "the accuser of our brothers, who accuses them day and night before our God." This title emphasizes Satan's role in bringing charges against believers, seeking to undermine their faith and standing before God. However, through Christ's redemptive work, believers are assured of their justification and victory over such accusations.

Christian Response to Accusations

Believers are called to respond to accusations with truth, humility, and reliance on God's justice. Jesus teaches in Matthew 5:11-12, "Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you, and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of Me. Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven." This instruction encourages Christians to maintain their integrity and trust in God's ultimate vindication.

Furthermore, the epistles urge believers to avoid making false accusations. James 4:11 warns, "Brothers, do not slander one another. Anyone who speaks against his brother or judges him speaks against the law and judges it." This admonition reflects the call to love and truth within the Christian community.

Conclusion

Accusation, as depicted in the Bible, serves as a reminder of the importance of truth, justice, and integrity. Whether facing false charges or tempted to accuse others unjustly, believers are encouraged to uphold righteousness and trust in God's sovereign judgment.1. (n.) The act charging with a crime or offense.

2. (n.) That of which one is accused; the charge of an offense or crime, or the declaration containing the charge.

2724. kategoria -- an accusation
... an accusation. Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine Transliteration: kategoria Phonetic
Spelling: (kat-ay-gor-ee'-ah) Short Definition: a charge, accusation Definition ...
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1462. egklema -- an accusation
... an accusation. Part of Speech: Noun, Neuter Transliteration: egklema Phonetic Spelling:
(eng'-klay-mah) Short Definition: an accusation, charge Definition: an ...
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2723. kategoreo -- to make accusation
... to make accusation. Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: kategoreo Phonetic Spelling:
(kat-ay-gor-eh'-o) Short Definition: I accuse, charge, prosecute ...
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156. aitia -- cause, reason
... aitia Phonetic Spelling: (ahee-tee'-a) Short Definition: a cause, reason, charge
Definition: a cause, reason, excuse; a charge, accusation; guilt; circumstances ...
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2920. krisis -- a decision, judgment
... Spelling: (kree'-sis) Short Definition: judging, divine judgment Definition: judging,
judgment, decision, sentence; generally: divine judgment; accusation. ...
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157. aitiama -- complaint.
... Part of Speech: Noun, Neuter Transliteration: aitiama Phonetic Spelling:
(ahee-tee'-am-ah) Short Definition: a charge, accusation Definition: a charge ...
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4256. proaitiaomai -- to accuse beforehand
... Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: proaitiaomai Phonetic Spelling: (pro-ahee-
tee-ah'-om-ahee) Short Definition: I make a prior accusation Definition: I make ...
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4811. sukophanteo -- to accuse falsely
... Word Origin from sukon and phaino Definition to accuse falsely NASB Word Usage
accuse...falsely (1), defrauded (1). accuse falsely, take by false accusation. ...
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7855. sitnah -- accusation
... 7854, 7855. sitnah. 7856 . accusation. Transliteration: sitnah Phonetic
Spelling: (sit-naw') Short Definition: accusation. Word ...
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5931. illah -- matter, affair, occasion
... 5930b, 5931. illah. 5932 . matter, affair, occasion. Transliteration: illah
Phonetic Spelling: (il-law') Short Definition: accusation. ...
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Whether it is Necessary for the Accusation to be Made in Writing?
... OF MATTERS CONCERNING UNJUST ACCUSATION (FOUR ARTICLES) Whether it is necessary
for the accusation to be made in writing? Objection ...
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The Note of Accusation.
... BOOK I. THE MAN. CHAPTER I. The Note of Accusation. ... They were sermons of accusation;
sermons about sin; sermons diagnostic of the state of the human heart. ...
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Whether an Accusation is Rendered Unjust by Calumny, Collusion or ...
... OF MATTERS CONCERNING UNJUST ACCUSATION (FOUR ARTICLES) Whether an accusation
is rendered unjust by calumny, collusion or evasion? ...
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The Accusation Shews the Mind of the Accusers.
... Chapter II. 9. The accusation shews the mind of the accusers. Now if they
had been of sound mind, they would have seen that they ...
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The Third Item in the Accusation; and Pelagius' Answer.
... A work on the proceedings of pelagius, Chapter 9."The Third Item in the
Accusation; And Pelagius' Answer. Another statement was ...
/.../augustine/anti-pelagian writings/chapter 9 the third item in.htm

Of Matters Concerning Unjust Accusation (Four Articles)
... OF MATTERS CONCERNING UNJUST ACCUSATION (FOUR ARTICLES). We must now consider matters
pertaining to unjust accusation. ... (3) How is an accusation vitiated? ...
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Of those who Make Accusation against an Elder; and that no ...
... The Sixth Ecumenical Council. Canon VIII. Of those who make accusation
against an elder; and that no criminal is to be? Of those ...
/.../schaff/the seven ecumenical councils/canon viii of those who.htm

How Archelaus Upon a Second Accusation, was Banished to vienna.
... From The Death Of Alexander And Aristobulus To The Banishment Of Archelaus. CHAPTER
13. How Archelaus Upon A Second Accusation, Was Banished To Vienna. ...
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The Eleventh Item of the Accusation.
... A work on the proceedings of pelagius, Chapter 32."The Eleventh Item of the
Accusation. But what comes afterwards again fills me with anxiety. ...
/.../augustine/anti-pelagian writings/chapter 32 the eleventh item of.htm

The Accusation of Fate is Thrown Back Upon the Adversaries.
... Book II. Chapter 11 [VI.]"The Accusation of Fate is Thrown Back Upon the
Adversaries. But is it true, O children of pride, enemies ...
/.../augustine/anti-pelagian writings/chapter 11 vi the accusation of.htm

Accusation (25 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Accusation (25 Occurrences). Matthew 27:14 But He made
no reply to a single accusation, so that the Governor was greatly astonished. ...
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Superscription (5 Occurrences)
... Mark 12:16 Luke 20:24). (2) The accusation on the cross of Jesus (Mark
15:26 Luke 23:38). According to Roman custom an inscription ...
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Charges (58 Occurrences)
... rich man who had a manager. An accusation was made to him that this man
was wasting his possessions. (See RSV). Luke 23:14 and said ...
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Stephen (13 Occurrences)
... into controversy with Pharisees and scribes on account of these freer views, and
as His word about the temple was used to frame the accusation against Him in ...
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Object (76 Occurrences)
... 2. (vt) To offer in opposition as a criminal charge or by way of accusation
or reproach; to adduce as an objection or adverse reason. ...
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Jews (287 Occurrences)
... Matthew 27:37 They set up over his head the accusation against him written, "THIS
IS JESUS, THE KING OF THE JEWS." (WEB KJV WEY ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV ...
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Indictment (4 Occurrences)
... 3. (n.) An accusation in general; a formal accusation. Multi-Version Concordance
Indictment (4 Occurrences). Job 31:35 oh that I had one to hear me! ...
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Discharge (30 Occurrences)
... 3. (vt) To of something weighing upon or impeding over one, as a debt, claim,
obligation, responsibility, accusation, etc.; to absolve; to acquit; to clear. ...
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Complaint (29 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (n.) Expression of grief, regret, pain, censure, or
resentment; lamentation; murmuring; accusation; fault-finding. ...
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Appeal (30 Occurrences)
... 10. (n.) An accusation; a process ... 11. (n.) An accusation of a felon at common law
by one of his accomplices, which accomplice was then called an approver. ...
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