Definition and Usage:
The term "adjudge" refers to the act of making a formal judgment or decision about a matter. In biblical contexts, it often involves the rendering of a decision by a judge or authority figure, particularly in legal or moral disputes. The concept of adjudication is deeply rooted in the biblical narrative, where God is frequently depicted as the ultimate judge, and His laws serve as the standard for human judgment.

Biblical Context:
In the Bible, adjudication is a significant theme, reflecting God's justice and righteousness. The process of adjudication is seen in various instances where leaders, judges, or kings are called to make decisions based on God's laws. The role of judges in Israel, as described in the Book of Judges, highlights the importance of righteous adjudication in maintaining social order and covenant faithfulness.

Old Testament References:
The Old Testament provides numerous examples of adjudication. In Exodus 18:13-26, Moses appoints judges to help him adjudicate disputes among the Israelites, emphasizing the need for wise and God-fearing individuals to render just decisions. Deuteronomy 1:16-17 instructs judges to hear cases fairly, without partiality, and to adjudicate according to God's commandments: "And I charged your judges at that time: 'Hear the disputes between your brothers and judge fairly between a man and his brother or a foreign resident. Show no partiality in judging; hear both small and great alike. Do not be afraid of any man, for judgment belongs to God.'"

New Testament References:
In the New Testament, the concept of adjudication is often linked to the final judgment, where Christ is portrayed as the ultimate judge. In John 5:22, Jesus states, "Furthermore, the Father judges no one, but has assigned all judgment to the Son." This passage underscores the authority of Christ in adjudicating the eternal destinies of humanity. Additionally, in 1 Corinthians 6:1-6, Paul admonishes believers to resolve disputes among themselves rather than seeking judgment from secular courts, highlighting the role of the Christian community in adjudicating matters according to God's wisdom.

Theological Implications:
Adjudication in the Bible is not merely a legal process but a reflection of divine justice. God's judgments are portrayed as perfect and righteous, serving as the ultimate standard for human adjudication. The Bible emphasizes that human judges must seek to align their decisions with God's will, ensuring justice and equity. The role of adjudication extends beyond legal matters to encompass moral and spiritual discernment, calling believers to exercise righteous judgment in all aspects of life.

Practical Application:
For believers, the biblical principle of adjudication calls for a commitment to justice, fairness, and impartiality in all dealings. It encourages Christians to seek wisdom from God in making decisions and to uphold His standards in resolving conflicts. The call to adjudicate rightly is a reminder of the responsibility to reflect God's character in interactions with others, promoting peace and righteousness in the community.1. (v. t.) To award judicially; as, the prize was adjudged to the victor.

2. (v. t.) To determine in the exercise of judicial power; to decide or award judicially; to adjudicate; as, the case was adjudged in the November term.

3. (v. t.) To sentence; to condemn.

4. (v. t.) To regard or hold; to judge; to deem.

1948. epikrino -- to decree, give sentence
... adjudge; give sentence. From epi and krino; to adjudge -- give sentence. see GREEK
epi. see GREEK krino. (epekrinen) -- 1 Occurrence. 1947, 1948. ...
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2613. katadikazo -- to pass sentence upon
... condemn. From kata and a derivative of dike; to adjudge against, ie Pronounce guilty --
condemn. see GREEK kata. see GREEK dike. (katadikazete) -- 1 Occurrence. ...
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3198. yakach -- to decide, adjudge, prove
... 3197, 3198. yakach. 3199 . to decide, adjudge, prove. Transliteration: yakach
Phonetic Spelling: (yaw-kahh') Short Definition: reprove. Word Origin a prim. ...
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Colossians ii. 16-19
... persons here punctuate thus, "but the body" is "of Christ," ie the truth is come
in with Christ: others thus; "The Body of Christ let no man adjudge away from ...
/.../homily vii colossians ii 16-19.htm

Rejection of Errors
... For these adjudge too contemptuously of the death of Christ, in no wise acknowledge
that most important fruit or benefit thereby gained and bring again out of ...
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Thoughts Upon Striving to Enter at the Strait Gate.
... of the Vision and fruition of the chiefest good, but likewise in that they are in
continual pain and torment, as great as infinite Justice can adjudge them to ...
/.../private thoughts upon a christian life/thoughts upon striving to enter.htm

Concerning the Passion of Christ, and Its Old Testament ...
... on a tree; and ye shall not defile the land which the Lord thy God shall give thee
for (thy) lot." [1314] Therefore He did not maledictively adjudge Christ to ...
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Of the Difference Between Discipline and Power, and of the Power ...
... "But," you say, "the Church has the power of forgiving sins." This I acknowledge
and adjudge more (than you; I) who have the Paraclete Himself in the persons ...
/.../tertullian/on modesty/chapter xxi of the difference between.htm

The Christians are not Atheists, but Acknowledge one Only God.
... charges one by one, that we may not be ridiculed for having no answer to give to
those who make them"with reason did the Athenians adjudge Diagoras guilty of ...
/.../athenagoras/a plea for the christians/chapter iv the christians are not.htm

Great Evil Ensues to the Weak in Faith, from any Discussion Out of ...
... or at any rate on a like standing [2042] he will go away confirmed in his uncertainty
[2043] by the discussion, not knowing which side to adjudge heretical. ...
/.../the prescription against heretics/chapter xviii great evil ensues to.htm

Let it be Made Clear, Then, First of All...
... it be made clear, then, first of all, if those to whom sacrifice is offered are
really able to protect either emperor or anybody else, and so adjudge us guilty ...
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But, that we Might Attain an Ampler and More Authoritative ...
... His favour, as well as the retribution in store for the ignoring, forsaking and
keeping them, as being about at the end of all to adjudge His worshippers to ...
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Epistle of Adrian in Behalf of the Christians.
... If, therefore, any one makes the accusation, and furnishes proof that the said men
do anything contrary to the laws, you shall adjudge punishments in ...
/.../justin/the first apology of justin/epistle of adrian in behalf.htm

Adjudge (1 Occurrence)
... 3. (vt) To sentence; to condemn. 4. (vt) To regard or hold; to judge; to
deem. Multi-Version Concordance Adjudge (1 Occurrence). ...
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Condemn (43 Occurrences)
... 5. (vt) To adjudge or pronounce to be unfit for use or service; to adjudge or pronounce
to be forfeited; as, the ship and her cargo were condemned. ...
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Give (13501 Occurrences)
... passive form given. 9. (n.) To allow or admit by way of supposition. 10.
(n.) To attribute; to assign; to adjudge. 11. (n.) To excite ...
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Impute (7 Occurrences)
... sense. 2. (vt) To adjudge as one's own (the sin or righteousness) of another;
as, the righteousness of Christ is imputed to us. 3 ...
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Reckon (34 Occurrences)
... to esteem; to repute. 3. (vt) To charge, attribute, or adjudge to one,
as having a certain quality or value. 4. (vt) To conclude ...
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Damn
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (vt) To condemn; to declare guilty; to doom;
to adjudge to punishment; to sentence; to censure. 2. (vt ...
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Adjudged (2 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (imp. & pp) of Adjudge. Multi-Version Concordance
Adjudged (2 Occurrences). Luke 23:24 And Pilate adjudged ...
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Adjourned (1 Occurrence)

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Award (4 Occurrences)
... 1. (vt) To give by sentence or judicial determination; to assign or apportion, after
careful regard to the nature of the case; to adjudge; as, the arbitrators ...
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Surpass (8 Occurrences)
... they surpass in deeds of wickedness; they judge not the cause, the cause of the
fatherless, and they prosper; and the right of the needy do they not adjudge. ...
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