Definition and Etymology:
The term "chastise" refers to the act of disciplining or correcting someone, often through punishment or reproof. The word is derived from the Latin "castigare," meaning "to correct" or "to purify." In a biblical context, chastisement is understood as a form of divine discipline intended to guide believers towards righteousness and spiritual growth.

Biblical Context:
Chastisement is a recurring theme in the Bible, where it is often depicted as an expression of God's love and concern for His people. It is seen as a necessary process for spiritual development and moral correction. The concept is closely related to the idea of divine discipline, where God, as a loving Father, corrects His children to lead them back to the right path.

Old Testament References:
In the Old Testament, chastisement is frequently associated with God's covenant relationship with Israel. The Israelites experienced chastisement as a consequence of their disobedience and idolatry. For example, in Deuteronomy 8:5 , it is written, "So know in your heart that just as a man disciplines his son, so the LORD your God disciplines you." This verse highlights the paternal nature of God's discipline, emphasizing that it is intended for the benefit and growth of His people.

The Book of Proverbs also contains numerous references to chastisement, often linking it to wisdom and understanding. Proverbs 3:11-12 states, "My son, do not reject the discipline of the LORD, and do not loathe His rebuke; for the LORD disciplines the one He loves, as does a father the son in whom he delights." Here, chastisement is portrayed as an act of love, essential for acquiring wisdom and moral integrity.

New Testament References:
In the New Testament, the theme of chastisement continues, with an emphasis on its role in the life of a believer. Hebrews 12:5-6 echoes the sentiments of Proverbs, saying, "And you have forgotten the exhortation that addresses you as sons: 'My son, do not take lightly the discipline of the Lord, and do not lose heart when He rebukes you. For the Lord disciplines the one He loves, and He chastises every son He receives.'"

This passage underscores the idea that chastisement is a sign of God's love and acceptance, serving as a means to refine and strengthen the faith of believers. It is a reminder that enduring hardship and correction is part of the Christian journey, leading to a deeper relationship with God.

Theological Significance:
From a theological perspective, chastisement is integral to the process of sanctification. It is through divine discipline that believers are molded into the likeness of Christ, learning to forsake sin and pursue holiness. Chastisement is not to be viewed as punitive but as transformative, aligning the believer's will with that of God.

The Apostle Paul, in his letters, often speaks of the trials and sufferings faced by Christians as a form of chastisement that produces perseverance, character, and hope (Romans 5:3-4). This understanding encourages believers to embrace chastisement as a necessary and beneficial aspect of their spiritual journey.

Practical Application:
In practical terms, believers are encouraged to respond to chastisement with humility and repentance, recognizing it as an opportunity for growth and deeper communion with God. It calls for a heart open to correction and a willingness to learn from the experiences God allows in one's life.

Chastisement, therefore, is not merely about punishment but about restoration and renewal. It is a divine tool used by God to draw His children closer to Him, ensuring that they remain on the path of righteousness and truth.1. (v. t.) To punish or criticize severely; to inflict pain upon, by means of stripes, or in any other manner, for the purpose of punishment or reformation; to punish, as with stripes.

2. (v. t.) To reduce to order or obedience; to correct or purify; to free from faults or excesses.

2849. kolazo -- to chastise
... to chastise. Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: kolazo Phonetic Spelling:
(kol-ad'-zo) Short Definition: I chastise, punish Definition: I chastise, curtail ...
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3811. paideuo -- to train children, to chasten, correct
... correct. Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: paideuo Phonetic Spelling:
(pahee-dyoo'-o) Short Definition: I discipline, educate, train, chastise Definition: ( ...
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3560. noutheteo -- to admonish, exhort
... best. [This root () does strictly mean "chastise," though this can be --
ie with needed admonishing, correcting, exhortation, etc.]. ...
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1969. epiplesso -- to strike at, to rebuke (with words)
... rebuke. From epi and plesso; to chastise, ie (with words) to upbraid -- rebuke.
see GREEK epi. see GREEK plesso. (epiplexes) -- 1 Occurrence. 1968, 1969. ...
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3146. mastigoo -- to scourge
... Phonetic Spelling: (mas-tig-o'-o) Short Definition: I flog, scourge Definition:
I flog, scourge, the victim being strapped to a pole or frame; met: I chastise. ...
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3256. yasar -- to discipline, chasten, admonish
... root Definition to discipline, chasten, admonish NASB Word Usage admonished (2),
chasten (5), chastens (1), chastise (4), chastised (2), correct (4), corrects ...
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4148. musar -- discipline, chastening, correction
... Word Origin from yasar Definition discipline, chastening, correction NASB Word Usage
chastening (3), chastise (1), correction (3), discipline (18), disciplines ...
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6014. amar -- to bind sheaves
... A primitive root; properly, apparently to heap; figuratively, to chastise (as if
piling blows); specifically (as denominative from omer) to gather grain ...
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Jesus and Pilate
... I will therefore chastise Him, and release Him.17. ... I have found no cause of death
in Him: I will therefore chastise Him, and let Him go.23. ...
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G. Jesus Before Pilate. Ch. 23:1-25
... accuse him: 15 no, nor yet Herod: for he sent him back unto us; and behold, nothing
worthy of death hath been done by him.16 I will therefore chastise him, and ...
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How to Split a Kingdom
... And now whereas my father did lade you with a heavy yoke, I will add to your yoke:
my father hath chastised you with whips, but I will chastise you with ...
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1 Thessalonians v. 12, 13
... a father also, both from the force of nature and from external laws, exercises his
dominion over his son with great ease; and if he should chastise and chide ...
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Marcion's Christ not the Subject of Prophecy the Absurd ...
... [3136] Why did he reveal himself before Christ, whom he could not hinder from appearing?
[3137] If, on the contrary, [3138] he did chastise the Creator, he ...
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The Trial Before Pilate Resumed.
... I will therefore chastise him, and release him." ... I have found no cause of
death in him: I will therefore chastise and release him.". ...
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Storming the Battlements
... says God, "Jerusalem, I will punish thee. Thou art my chosen one, therefore
will I chastise thee. I will gather together mighty men ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 1 1855/storming the battlements.htm

And Pilate Said unto the Chief Priests and the Multitude...
... [3479] So now I will chastise him, and let [14, 15] him go. [3480] The multitude
all cried out and said, Take him from us, take him. ...
/.../hogg/the diatessaron of tatian/section l and pilate said.htm

Third Stage of the Roman Trial. Pilate Reluctantly Sentences Him ...
... d 39 But ye have a custom, that I should release unto you one at the passover:
^c 16 I will therefore chastise him, and release him. ...
/.../mcgarvey/the four-fold gospel/cxxxi third stage of the.htm

Habakkuk
... Perhaps the latter is the more natural interpretation. In that case, the Chaldeans
are raised up to chastise the native oppressor, i.5-11. ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/mcfadyen/introduction to the old testament/habakkuk.htm

Chastise (21 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Chastise (21 Occurrences). Luke 23:16 I will therefore
chastise him and release him." (WEB KJV ASV DBY WBS YLT RSV). ...
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Chastised (11 Occurrences)
... (imp. & pp) of Chastise. ... My father chastised you with whips, but I will chastise
you with scorpions." (WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT RSV). ...
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Discipline (63 Occurrences)
... 12. (vt) To improve by corrective and penal methods; to chastise; to correct. 13.
(vt) To inflict ecclesiastical censures and penalties upon. Int. ...
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Whips (6 Occurrences)
... 1 Kings 12:11 Now whereas my father burdened you with a heavy yoke, I will add to
your yoke: my father chastised you with whips, but I will chastise you with ...
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Disciplined (18 Occurrences)
... 1 Kings 12:11 Now whereas my father burdened you with a heavy yoke, I will add to
your yoke: my father chastised you with whips, but I will chastise you with ...
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Scorpions (9 Occurrences)
... 1 Kings 12:11 Now whereas my father burdened you with a heavy yoke, I will add to
your yoke: my father chastised you with whips, but I will chastise you with ...
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Scourged (13 Occurrences)
... 12:11 And now whereas my father did burden you with a heavy yoke, I will add to
your yoke; my father chastised you with whips, but I will chastise you with ...
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Scourge (24 Occurrences)
... 3. (n.) To whip severely; to lash. 4. (n.) To punish with severity; to chastise;
to afflict, as for sins or faults, and with the purpose of correction. ...
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Heavier (13 Occurrences)
... 12:11 And now whereas my father did burden you with a heavy yoke, I will add to
your yoke; my father chastised you with whips, but I will chastise you with ...
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Chastisement (24 Occurrences)
... in the Revised Version (British and American) but once in the New Testament and
then in its verbal form, Luke 23:16: "I will therefore chastise him." the King ...
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