In the context of the Bible, the concept of "answered" often pertains to the response of God to the prayers, petitions, or cries of His people. The theme of answered prayer is a significant aspect of the biblical narrative, illustrating the relationship between God and humanity, and highlighting His faithfulness, power, and willingness to engage with His creation.

Old Testament

The Old Testament provides numerous instances where God answers the prayers of His people. One of the earliest examples is found in the account of Abraham's servant, who prayed for success in finding a wife for Isaac. In Genesis 24:12-15 , the servant prays, "O LORD, God of my master Abraham, please grant me success today, and show kindness to my master Abraham." Before he had finished praying, Rebekah appeared, fulfilling the servant's request.

Another significant example is the prayer of Hannah, who was barren and deeply distressed. In 1 Samuel 1:10-20 , Hannah prays fervently for a son, and God answers her prayer by granting her a child, Samuel, who would become a great prophet in Israel.

The Psalms frequently reflect the theme of answered prayer, as the psalmists often cry out to God in times of trouble and express gratitude for His responses. Psalm 34:4 states, "I sought the LORD, and He answered me; He delivered me from all my fears."

New Testament

In the New Testament, Jesus Christ emphasizes the importance and efficacy of prayer. In Matthew 7:7-8 , Jesus teaches, "Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened." This passage underscores the assurance that God answers the prayers of those who earnestly seek Him.

The early church also experienced answered prayers, as seen in the book of Acts. In Acts 12:5-17 , the church prays fervently for Peter's release from prison, and God miraculously answers by sending an angel to free him.

Principles of Answered Prayer

The Bible outlines several principles that are often associated with answered prayer. Faith is a crucial component, as seen in James 1:6-7 , which advises believers to ask in faith without doubting. Additionally, prayers should align with God's will, as 1 John 5:14-15 states, "This is the confidence that we have in Him: that if we ask anything according to His will, He hears us."

Righteousness and obedience also play a role in answered prayer. James 5:16 declares, "The prayer of a righteous man has great power to prevail." Furthermore, Jesus teaches in John 15:7 , "If you remain in Me and My words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you."

God's Sovereignty and Timing

While the Bible assures believers of God's responsiveness, it also acknowledges His sovereignty and perfect timing. Not all prayers are answered in the way or timeframe that individuals might expect. Romans 8:28 reminds believers that "in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who are called according to His purpose." This verse encourages trust in God's overarching plan, even when immediate answers are not evident.

In summary, the biblical concept of "answered" underscores the dynamic relationship between God and His people, characterized by His attentiveness to their prayers and His sovereign will in responding to them.(imp. & p. p.) of Answer.611. apokrinomai -- to answer
... Word Origin from apo and krino Definition to answer NASB Word Usage answer (20),
answered (169), answered answered (1), answering (8), answers (1), made ...
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3303. men -- shows affirmation or concession
... Particle Transliteration: men Phonetic Spelling: (men) Short Definition: truly,
indeed Definition: an untranslatable particle, generally answered by de, each ...
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6030a. anah -- to answer, respond
... 6030, 6030a. anah. 6030b . to answer, respond. Transliteration: anah Short
Definition: answered. Word Origin a prim. root Definition ...
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6279. athar -- to pray, supplicate
... root Definition to pray, supplicate NASB Word Usage answered (1), answered their
prayers (1), entreat (2), entreated (2), listened to our entreaty (1), made ...
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6032. anah -- to answer
... 6031b, 6032. anah. 6033 . to answer. Transliteration: anah Phonetic Spelling:
(an-aw') Short Definition: answered. Word Origin (Aramaic ...
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5046. nagad -- to be conspicuous
... root Definition to be conspicuous NASB Word Usage answered (3), another (1), certainly
told (1), confess (1), confront* (1), declare (46), declared (13 ...
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7725. shub -- to turn back, return
... root Definition to turn back, return NASB Word Usage again (53), answer (4), answer*
(5), answered (5), averted (1), back (7), back again (2), bring (1), bring ...
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6600. pithgam -- a command, word, affair
... Word Origin (Aramaic) corresponding to pithgam Definition a command, word, affair
NASB Word Usage answer (1), answer...matter (1), answered* (1), edict (1 ...
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559. amar -- to utter, say
... root Definition to utter, say NASB Word Usage address (1), advised (1), answer
(2), answered (50), answers (1), ask (2), asked (4), asking (1), Asserting (1 ...
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8421. tub -- to return
... Word Origin (Aramaic) corresponding to shub Definition to return NASB Word Usage
answered* (1), give (1), replied (1), restored (1), returned (4). desire, mark. ...
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6043. Anayah -- an Israelite
... NASB Word Usage Anaiah (2). Anaiah. From anah; Jah has answered; Anajah, the name
of two Israelites -- Anaiah. see HEBREW anah. 6042, 6043. Anayah. 6044 . ...
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Answered Prayer.
... XXXIII. ANSWERED PRAYER. "And the Lord heard the voice of Elijah.""1 Kings 17:22.
Yes, and He will hear your voice if you are as much in earnest as he was! ...
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A Child's Prayer Answered
... A CHILD'S PRAYER ANSWERED. The following touching incident which drew tears
from my eyes, was related to me a short time since, by ...
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Prayer Answered, Love Nourished
... Prayer Answered, Love Nourished. A Sermon (No.240). Delivered on Sabbath
Morning, February 27th, 1859, by the. REV. CH SPURGEON. at ...
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Prayer Answered by Crosses.
... III. CONFLICT. Hymn 36 Prayer answered by crosses. John Newton 8,8,8,8. Prayer
answered by crosses. I asked the LORD that I might grow. ...
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St. Thomas the Apostle. And Thomas Answered and Said unto Him, My ...
... St. Thomas the Apostle. And Thomas answered and said unto Him, My Lord and my
God. ... And Thomas answered and said unto Him, My Lord and my God. ...
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Then Answered Certain of the Scribes and Pharisees, that they ...
... Then answered certain of the scribes and Pharisees, that they might tempt him? ... [1159]
But he answered unto him that spake unto him, Who is my [17] mother? ...
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The Sinner's Excuses Answered
... VI. THE SINNER'S EXCUSES ANSWERED. Elihu also proceeded and said, Suffer me a little,
and I will shew thee that I have yet to speak on God's behalf. ...
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A Retort of Heresy Answered that Scripture Should in So Many Words ...
... Chapter XXI."A Retort of Heresy Answered That Scripture Should in So Many Words
Tell Us that the World Was Made of Nothing is Superfluous. ...
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How God Answered Donald's Prayer
... HOW GOD ANSWERED DONALD'S PRAYER. God often uses children to win grown folks
for Christ. Little children not only have a deep faith ...
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The Cry of the Lost Answered
... The Treasury of Sacred Song. Book First CCCCI THE CRY OF THE LOST ANSWERED.
That was the Shepherd of the flock; He knew The distant ...
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Answered (3902 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (imp. & pp) of Answer. Multi-Version Concordance Answered
(3902 Occurrences). Answered occurs 3902 times in 12 translations. ...
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Abed'nego (14 Occurrences)
... Daniel 3:14 Nebuchadnezzar hath answered and said to them, 'Is 'it' a laid plan,
O Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-Nego -- my gods ye are not serving, and to the ...
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Sayest (66 Occurrences)
... And he answered him and said, Thou sayest it. ... John 18:34 Jesus answered him, Sayest
thou this thing of thyself, or did others tell it thee of me? (KJV ASV WBS). ...
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Correctly (10 Occurrences)
... Correctly (10 Occurrences). Luke 7:43 Simon answered, "He, I suppose, to whom he
forgave the most." He said to him, "You have judged correctly." (WEB NAS NIV). ...
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Answer (2099 Occurrences)
... 5. (n.) To be or act in compliance with, in fulfillment or satisfaction of, as an
order, obligation, demand; as, he answered my claim upon him; the servant ...
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Alone (232 Occurrences)
... Matthew 4:4 But he answered, "It is written,'Man shall not live by bread alone,
but by every word that proceeds out of the mouth of God.'" (WEB KJV WEY ASV DBY ...
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Caesar (25 Occurrences)
... Mark 12:17 Jesus answered them, "Render to Caesar the things that are Caesar's,
and to God the things that are God's." They marveled greatly at him. ...
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Claim (30 Occurrences)
... The prophets died. Who do you make yourself out to be?" (See RSV). John 8:54
Jesus answered, "If I glorify myself, my glory is nothing. ...
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Questioning (65 Occurrences)
... Mark 5:9 and he was questioning him, 'What 'is' thy name?' and he answered,
saying, 'Legion 'is' my name, because we are many;' (YLT). ...
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Question (153 Occurrences)
... Matthew 21:24 Jesus answered them, "I also will ask you one question, which if you
tell me, I likewise will tell you by what authority I do these things. ...
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