The term "authorized" in a biblical context often refers to the concept of authority granted by God or recognized within the framework of Scripture. This authority can pertain to individuals, texts, or actions that are deemed legitimate and sanctioned by divine or ecclesiastical decree.

Divine Authority

In the Bible, God is the ultimate source of authority. His commands and decrees are absolute and binding. The Berean Standard Bible frequently emphasizes God's sovereign authority over creation, humanity, and the unfolding of His divine plan. For instance, in Genesis 1:28 , God authorizes humanity to "fill the earth and subdue it," granting them dominion over creation. This divine mandate underscores the concept of authority as a God-given responsibility.

Jesus Christ's Authority

The New Testament presents Jesus Christ as possessing unique authority, both in His teachings and His works. In Matthew 28:18 , Jesus declares, "All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Me." This statement affirms His divine authority, which is recognized and affirmed by His followers. Throughout the Gospels, Jesus exercises authority over nature, demons, sickness, and even death, demonstrating His divine power and the legitimacy of His mission.

Apostolic Authority

The apostles, as chosen representatives of Christ, were endowed with authority to teach, preach, and establish the early Church. In Acts 1:8 , Jesus tells His disciples, "But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you, and you will be My witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth." This empowerment by the Holy Spirit authorized the apostles to carry out their mission with divine backing.

Scriptural Authority

The Bible itself is considered an authoritative text within Christianity. It is viewed as divinely inspired and serves as the ultimate guide for faith and practice. 2 Timothy 3:16-17 states, "All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for instruction, for conviction, for correction, and for training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be complete, fully equipped for every good work." This passage underscores the belief in the Bible's authority as a source of divine truth and guidance.

Ecclesiastical Authority

Within the Church, authority is often structured through ordained leadership, such as pastors, elders, and deacons. These roles are seen as authorized by Scripture to provide spiritual oversight and governance. Hebrews 13:17 instructs believers, "Obey your leaders and submit to them, for they keep watch over your souls as those who must give an account." This verse highlights the importance of recognizing and respecting ecclesiastical authority as part of the Christian community.

Conclusion

The concept of being "authorized" in the biblical sense encompasses a wide range of applications, from divine mandates to ecclesiastical roles. It is a theme that underscores the importance of recognizing and adhering to the authority established by God, as revealed through Scripture, the person of Jesus Christ, and the structure of the Church.1. (imp. & p. p.) of Authorize.

2. (a.) Possessed of or endowed with authority; as, an authorized agent.

3. (a.) Sanctioned by authority.

AUTHORIZED VERSION

o'-thor-iz'd. See ENGLISH VERSIONS.

3008. leitourgeo -- to serve the state, ie by anal. to perform ...
... Cognate: 3008 (from 3011 , "someone who officially serves sovereign and community") --
properly, to in an official (technical, authorized) capacity, especially ...
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3807. paidagogos -- a trainer of boys, ie a tutor
... 3807 (from 3816 , "a child under development by strict instruction") -- properly,
a , authorized to train (bring) up a child by administering discipline ...
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5098. timoria -- punishment, vengeance
... Cognate: 5098 (from 5097 , "authorized to administer recompense, punishment") --
punishment, meted out from the view of the party, emphasizing the value-system ...
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4730. stenochoria -- narrowness of space, fig. difficulty
... narrow, confined" and 5561 , "space, territory, area") -- properly, a narrow place;
(figuratively) a circumstance -- which God always authorized and hence only ...
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3009. leitourgia -- a service, a ministry
... noun derived from 3011 , "an official servant," "sacred ministering") -- properly,
official (technical) service offered by a duly authorized minister; used of ...
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3146. mastigoo -- to scourge
... 38). For example, God authorized an incredible amount of earthly pain
(bringing ) in the lives of Jeremiah and John the Baptist. ...
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3010. leitourgikos -- of or for service
... Cognate: 3010 (an adjective, derived from 3011 , "sacred ministry/service to God") --
divinely-authorized (service) referring to sacred ministering that ...
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4243. presbeuo -- to be the elder, to take precedence
... 4243 ("act as an ambassador") means to act as an established statesman (diplomat) --
a trusted, respected ambassador who is authorized to speak as (represent ...
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Jesus in the World.
... our initial difficulty lies, if I give the latter half of the saying as presented
in the revised English version: its departure from the authorized reveals the ...
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The Hymnal of the Protestant Episcopal Church in the USA
... AS AUTHORIZED AND APPROVED FOR USE BY THE GENERAL CONVENTION OF The Protestant
Episcopal Church in the United States of America IN THE YEAR OF OUR LORD 1916 ...
/.../various/the hymnal of the protestant episcopal church in the usa/title page.htm

The Scriptures
... Joyful from my own works to cease,. Glad to fulfil all righteousness. These six
lines recall the following six passages in the Authorized Version: ...
/.../the hymns of methodism in their literary relations/chapter i the scriptures.htm

The Old Testament and Modern Criticism
... For example, in 1 Sam.3.1 the Authorized Version reads, "Saul reigned one year,
and when he had reigned two years over Israel." This translation does violence ...
/.../the christian view of the old testament/chapter iii the old testament.htm

The Holy Spirit Forming Christ Within Us.
... IV. In our being "filled unto ALL the fullness of God." There is a very
important change between the Authorized and Revised Version. ...
/.../torrey/the person and work of the holy spirit/chapter xii the holy spirit.htm

On Confession
... 208 Q. What is Confession? A. Confession is the telling of our sins to a duly
authorized priest, for the purpose of obtaining forgiveness. ...
/.../kinkead/baltimore catechism no 4/lesson 19 on confession.htm

Footnotes
... 12 Tischendorf, besides eight editions of his laborious critical revision of the
Greek Text, has edited our English "Authorized Version" (Tauchnitz, 1869 ...
/.../burgon/the last twelve verses of the gospel according to s mark /footnotes.htm

Articuli xxxix. Ecclesi?? Anglican??. AD 1562.
... 2. The English text is reprinted, with the old spelling, from the authorized
London edition of John Cawood, 1571, as found in Hardwick, lc. ...
/.../articuli xxxix ecclesiae anglicanae a d.htm

Episcopalians.
... Apostles. If, then, a ministry, divinely authorized, was to exist, it is
equally evident, that it would assume some definite form. ...
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Bishop Hosius Said: I must not Fail to Speak of a Matter which ...
... communion. All said: Let him that is cast out be authorized to take refuge
with the bishop of the metropolis of the same province. ...
/.../schaff/the seven ecumenical councils/canon xiv bishop hosius said .htm

Authorized (6 Occurrences)
... 1. (imp. & pp) of Authorize. 2. (a.) Possessed of or endowed with authority; as,
an authorized agent. ... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. AUTHORIZED VERSION. ...
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Plain (113 Occurrences)
... (1.) Hebrews `abel (Judges 11:33), a "grassy plain" or "meadow." Instead of "plains
of the vineyards," as in the Authorized Version, the Revised Version has ...
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Ashdoth-pisgah (3 Occurrences)
Ashdoth-pisgah. Ashdothpisgah, Ashdoth-pisgah. Ashen . Easton's Bible Dictionary
(Deuteronomy 3:17; Joshua 12:3; 13:20) in Authorized Version, but in Revised ...
/a/ashdoth-pisgah.htm - 8k

Ashdothpisgah (3 Occurrences)
... Easton's Bible Dictionary (Deuteronomy 3:17; Joshua 12:3; 13:20) in Authorized Version,
but in Revised Version translated "slopes of Pisgah." In Deuteronomy 4 ...
/a/ashdothpisgah.htm - 8k

Priest (500 Occurrences)
... 2. (n.) One who is authorized to consecrate the host and to say Mass; but
especially, one of the lowest order possessing this power. ...
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Vote (3 Occurrences)
... 2. (n.) A wish, choice, or opinion, of a person or a body of persons, expressed
in some received and authorized way; the expression of a wish, desire, will ...
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Ostrich (9 Occurrences)
... comes and finds that her nest is discovered, she crushes the whole brood, and builds
a nest elsewhere." In Job 39:13 this word in the Authorized Version is the ...
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Lawful (38 Occurrences)
... 1. (a.) Conformable to law; allowed by law; legitimate; competent. 2. (a.) Constituted
or authorized by law; rightful; as, the lawful owner of lands. Int. ...
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Grove (23 Occurrences)
... In 1 Samuel 22:6 and 31:13 the Authorized Version renders this word by "tree." In
all these passages the Revised Version renders by "tamarisk tree." It has ...
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Guard (185 Occurrences)
... In the New Testament (Mark 6:27) the Authorized Version renders the Greek spekulator
by "executioner," earlier English versions by "hangman," the Revised ...
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