Topical Encyclopedia The concept of "clear" in the Bible often pertains to purity, understanding, and the absence of obstruction or confusion. This term can be applied both in a literal and metaphorical sense, reflecting the clarity of physical objects, spiritual insight, and moral integrity.Clarity in Vision and Understanding In a metaphorical sense, clarity is associated with spiritual insight and understanding. The Apostle Paul speaks to this in 1 Corinthians 13:12 : "For now we see only a reflection as in a mirror; then we shall see face to face. Now I know in part; then I shall know fully, even as I am fully known." This passage highlights the partial understanding believers have in this life, which will become clear and complete in the presence of God. Purity and Moral Clarity The Bible frequently associates clarity with purity, particularly in the context of moral and spiritual integrity. In Psalm 51:10 , David prays, "Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me." Here, the plea for a "clean heart" reflects a desire for moral clarity and purity, free from the obfuscation of sin. Clear Communication Clear communication is also a biblical principle, as seen in Colossians 4:4 , where Paul requests prayer "that I may proclaim it clearly, as I should." This underscores the importance of conveying the gospel message without ambiguity, ensuring that the truth of God's word is understood by all. Clear Conscience A clear conscience is another significant theme, reflecting a state of being free from guilt or moral compromise. In Acts 24:16 , Paul states, "In this hope, I strive always to maintain a clear conscience before God and man." This highlights the importance of living a life that is transparent and accountable, both to God and to others. Clear as a Symbol of God's Revelation The clarity of God's revelation is a recurring theme in Scripture. In Revelation 22:1 , the vision of the New Jerusalem includes "a river of the water of life, as clear as crystal, flowing from the throne of God and of the Lamb." This imagery of crystal-clear water symbolizes the purity and transparency of God's eternal truth and life-giving presence. Conclusion The biblical concept of "clear" encompasses a range of meanings, from physical transparency to spiritual and moral purity. It serves as a reminder of the clarity and purity that believers are called to pursue in their relationship with God and others. Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary 1. (superl.) Free from opaqueness; transparent; bright; light; luminous; unclouded.2. (superl.) Free from ambiguity or indistinctness; lucid; perspicuous; plain; evident; manifest; indubitable. 3. (superl.) Able to perceive clearly; keen; acute; penetrating; discriminating; as, a clear intellect; a clear head. 4. (superl.) Not clouded with passion; serene; cheerful. 5. (superl.) Easily or distinctly heard; audible; canorous. 6. (superl.) Without mixture; entirely pure; as, clear sand. 7. (superl.) Without defect or blemish, such as freckles or knots; as, a clear complexion; clear lumber. 8. (superl.) Free from guilt or stain; unblemished. 9. (superl.) Without diminution; in full; net; as, clear profit. 10. (superl.) Free from impediment or obstruction; unobstructed; as, a clear view; to keep clear of debt. 11. (superl.) Free from embarrassment; detention, etc. 12. (n.) Full extent; distance between extreme limits; especially; the distance between the nearest surfaces of two bodies, or the space between walls; as, a room ten feet square in the clear. 13. (adv.) In a clear manner; plainly. 14. (adv.) Without limitation; wholly; quite; entirely; as, to cut a piece clear off. 15. (v. t.) To render bright, transparent, or undimmed; to free from clouds. 16. (v. t.) To free from impurities; to clarify; to cleanse. 17. (v. t.) To free from obscurity or ambiguity; to relive of perplexity; to make perspicuous. 18. (v. t.) To render more quick or acute, as the understanding; to make perspicacious. 19. (v. t.) To free from impediment or encumbrance, from defilement, or from anything injurious, useless, or offensive; as, to clear land of trees or brushwood, or from stones; to clear the sight or the voice; to clear one's self from debt; -- often used with of, off, away, or out. 20. (v. t.) To free from the imputation of guilt; to justify, vindicate, or acquit; -- often used with from before the thing imputed. 21. (v. t.) To leap or pass by, or over, without touching or failure; as, to clear a hedge; to clear a reef. 22. (v. t.) To gain without deduction; to net. 23. (v. i.) To become free from clouds or fog; to become fair; -- often followed by up, off, or away. 24. (v. i.) To disengage one's self from encumbrances, distress, or entanglements; to become free. 25. (v. i.) To make exchanges of checks and bills, and settle balances, as is done in a clearing house. 26. (v. i.) To obtain a clearance; as, the steamer cleared for Liverpool to-day. International Standard Bible Encyclopedia CLEAR; CLEARNESSkler, kler'-nes (bar; diablepo): Equivalent of several Hebrew and Greek words for bright, unclouded, shining without obstruction, distinct, brilliant; "clearer than the noon-day" (Job 11:17): "clear as the sun" (Songs 6:10); "clear shining after rain" (2 Samuel 23:4); "clear heat in sunshine" (Isaiah 18:4); "clear as crystal" (Revelation 21:11). Adverb, "clearly," for distinctly (Matthew 7:5 Mark 8:25 Romans 1:20). Noun, "clearness," for brilliancy, in Exodus 24:10, "as the very heaven for clearness." Greek 1285. diasapheo -- to make clear, explain fully ... to make clear, explain fully. Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: diasapheo Phonetic Spelling: (dee-as-af-eh'-o) Short Definition: I make clear, explain ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/1285.htm - 6k 2154. eusemos -- clear 1212. delos -- clear, evident 5319. phaneroo -- to make visible, make clear 5194. hualos -- a clear transparent stone, glass 2929. krustallizo -- to shine like crystal 1213. deloo -- to make plain, declare 2986. lampros -- bright 2513. katharos -- clean (adjective) 2612. katadelos -- quite manifest Strong's Hebrew 6703. tsach -- dazzling, glowing, clear... 6702, 6703. tsach. 6704 . dazzling, glowing, clear. Transliteration: tsach Phonetic Spelling: (tsakh) Short Definition: dazzling. ... clear, dry, plainly, white ... /hebrew/6703.htm - 6k 952. bur -- to make clear, clear up, explain 2135. zakah -- to be clear, clean or pure 166. ahal -- to be clear, shine 5394. nashal -- to slip or drop off, draw off, clear away 6493. piqqeach -- seeing 1249. bar -- pure, clean 5352. naqah -- to be empty or clean 5051. nogah -- brightness 5355. naqiy -- clean, free from, exempt Library Title Clear. The Disciple, -- Master, it is Clear to Almost Everyone that to ... And So it is Clear that no Good Ground is Shown Herein Why... It was a Clear Morning and the Tenth Day Before the Kalends of ... For after it was Clear that He was Ignorant of those Arts in which ... 'Clear Shining after Rain' Hence it is Perfectly Clear that Neither Words nor Singing if Used ... Giving God a Clear Road for Action. Now Clear and Evident as this Distinction Is, Between a Mere ... It is Perfectly Clear that no one Can Come Near the Purity of the ... Thesaurus Clear (641 Occurrences)... indubitable. 3. (superl.) Able to perceive clearly; keen; acute; penetrating; discriminating; as, a clear intellect; a clear head. 4 ... /c/clear.htm - 39k Crystal-clear (1 Occurrence) Clear-sighted (1 Occurrence) Clearness (1 Occurrence) Crystal (7 Occurrences) Quality (14 Occurrences) Events (27 Occurrences) Purge (35 Occurrences) Sense (195 Occurrences) Arts (48 Occurrences) Resources How can I get a clear conscience? | GotQuestions.orgWhat is the doctrine of the perspicuity of Scripture? Is the Bible perspicuous? | GotQuestions.org Does Acts 2:38 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation? | GotQuestions.org Clear: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Clear (641 Occurrences)Matthew 2:12 Matthew 3:12 Matthew 6:22 Matthew 10:26 Matthew 11:25 Matthew 11:27 Matthew 12:18 Matthew 13:13 Matthew 13:14 Matthew 13:19 Matthew 13:36 Matthew 13:51 Matthew 15:10 Matthew 15:15 Matthew 16:21 Matthew 18:15 Matthew 24:3 Matthew 24:15 Matthew 24:25 Mark 4:12 Mark 4:13 Mark 4:30 Mark 4:34 Mark 6:52 Mark 7:14 Mark 7:35 Mark 8:17 Mark 8:21 Mark 9:32 Mark 13:14 Mark 13:23 Luke 2:15 Luke 2:49 Luke 3:8 Luke 3:17 Luke 6:42 Luke 6:47 Luke 8:10 Luke 8:17 Luke 8:47 Luke 9:45 Luke 10:21 Luke 10:22 Luke 11:34 Luke 12:2 Luke 12:5 Luke 12:12 Luke 12:56 Luke 18:34 Luke 20:2 Luke 20:8 Luke 20:37 Luke 21:30 Luke 24:27 Luke 24:32 Luke 24:45 John 1:18 John 2:9 John 3:33 John 4:1 John 4:25 John 4:53 John 5:6 John 6:64 John 7:27 John 8:28 John 8:43 John 9:24 John 10:6 John 12:16 John 13:1 John 13:7 John 13:17 John 13:28 John 13:35 John 14:20 John 16:1 John 16:13 John 16:14 John 16:15 John 16:18 John 17:7 John 17:23 John 17:25 John 19:4 John 19:10 Acts 1:3 Acts 1:24 Acts 2:22 Acts 3:18 Acts 4:16 Acts 5:28 Acts 8:25 Acts 8:30 Acts 9:6 Acts 9:16 Acts 9:22 Acts 10:28 Acts 11:23 Acts 12:12 Subtopics Related Terms Winnowing-shovel (2 Occurrences) |