Topical Encyclopedia The term "constituted" refers to the establishment, ordination, or formal setting up of something according to a specific order or purpose. In the biblical context, it often relates to God's divine order and the establishment of covenants, laws, and roles within His creation and His people.Divine Order and Creation In the beginning, God constituted the heavens and the earth, setting them in order by His word. Genesis 1:1-2 states, "In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. Now the earth was formless and void, and darkness was over the surface of the deep. And the Spirit of God was hovering over the surface of the waters." Here, God constituted the cosmos, bringing order out of chaos through His creative power. Covenants and Laws Throughout the Bible, God constituted covenants with His people, establishing a formal relationship and setting forth His laws. For instance, the covenant with Abraham in Genesis 17:7 is a significant example: "I will establish My covenant as an everlasting covenant between Me and you and your descendants after you, to be your God and the God of your descendants after you." This covenant constituted a special relationship between God and Abraham's descendants, setting them apart as His chosen people. Similarly, the Mosaic Law constituted the legal and moral framework for the nation of Israel. In Exodus 24:7-8 , the people of Israel affirm their commitment to the covenant: "Then he took the Book of the Covenant and read it to the people, who replied, 'All that the LORD has spoken we will do, and we will be obedient.' So Moses took the blood, sprinkled it on the people, and said, 'This is the blood of the covenant that the LORD has made with you in accordance with all these words.'" Priesthood and Kingship God also constituted specific roles and offices within Israel, such as the priesthood and kingship. The priesthood was established through Aaron and his descendants, as seen in Exodus 28:1 : "Next, have your brother Aaron brought to you from among the Israelites, along with his sons Nadab, Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar, so that they may serve Me as priests." This constituted a formal religious leadership responsible for mediating between God and the people. The kingship was another divinely constituted office, beginning with Saul and later David, whom God chose to lead His people. In 1 Samuel 16:12-13 , God instructs Samuel to anoint David: "So he sent for him and had him brought in. He was ruddy, with a fine appearance and handsome features. Then the LORD said, 'Rise and anoint him; this is the one.' So Samuel took the horn of oil and anointed him in the presence of his brothers, and from that day on the Spirit of the LORD came powerfully upon David." The Church and New Covenant In the New Testament, the concept of being constituted takes on new dimensions with the establishment of the Church and the New Covenant through Jesus Christ. Jesus constituted the Church as His body, with Himself as the head. In Matthew 16:18 , Jesus declares, "And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build My church, and the gates of Hades will not prevail against it." The New Covenant, constituted through the death and resurrection of Jesus, fulfills and surpasses the old covenants. Hebrews 8:6 states, "But now Jesus has received a more excellent ministry, just as the covenant He mediates is better and is founded on better promises." This New Covenant constitutes a new relationship between God and humanity, based on grace and faith in Christ. Conclusion The concept of being constituted in the Bible underscores God's sovereign authority to establish order, roles, and relationships according to His divine will and purpose. Whether through creation, covenants, or the establishment of the Church, God's constituting acts reveal His plan for redemption and His desire for a people set apart for Himself. Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (imp. & p. p.) of Constitute.Greek 1772. ennomos -- legal, subject to (law) ... ennomos Phonetic Spelling: (en'-nom-os) Short Definition: legal, obedient to the law Definition: (a) legal, statutory, duly constituted, (b) under the law ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/1772.htm - 6k Library Punishment is Constituted for the Sinning Nature that it May be ... Concerning Jehoshaphat Again; How He Constituted Judges And, If any who have Been Constituted Bishops, but have not Been ... The Moral World not Constituted According to the Scheme of ... That Presbyters Should not Sell the Goods of the Church in which ... After the Synod, on the Death of Alexander, Athanasius is ... On the Union of Believers with Christ Continuation of the Argument. Plus Ultra Vs. Ne Plus Ultra. The Genus of the Divine Things, which are Communicable through ... Thesaurus Constituted (6 Occurrences)... Multi-Version Concordance Constituted (6 Occurrences). Luke 12:14 "Man," He replied, "who has constituted me a judge or arbitrator over you?" 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