Definition and Meaning:
The term "deliberate" refers to actions or decisions that are carefully considered and intentional. In a biblical context, it often pertains to the conscious and purposeful choices made by individuals, whether in obedience to God or in sin.

Biblical Context:
Deliberation is a significant theme in the Bible, as it underscores the importance of thoughtful decision-making in accordance with God's will. The Scriptures frequently encourage believers to seek wisdom and understanding before acting.

Old Testament References:
In the Old Testament, the concept of deliberation is often linked with wisdom. Proverbs 14:15 states, "The simple man believes every word, but the prudent man watches his steps." This verse highlights the importance of careful consideration and discernment in one's actions.

The account of King Solomon is a prime example of deliberate decision-making. When God offered Solomon anything he desired, Solomon chose wisdom to govern his people effectively (1 Kings 3:9-12). His request pleased God, demonstrating the value of seeking divine guidance in decision-making.

New Testament References:
In the New Testament, Jesus emphasizes the importance of deliberate discipleship. In Luke 14:28-30, He says, "For which of you, wishing to build a tower, does not first sit down and count the cost, to see if he has the resources to complete it? Otherwise, if he lays the foundation and is unable to finish the work, everyone who sees it will ridicule him, saying, ‘This man could not finish what he started to build.’" This passage illustrates the necessity of thoughtful planning and commitment in following Christ.

The Apostle Paul also speaks to the need for deliberate action in the Christian life. In Ephesians 5:15-17, he writes, "Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is." Paul encourages believers to live intentionally, seeking to understand and fulfill God's will.

Deliberate Sin:
The Bible also addresses the concept of deliberate sin, which is willful disobedience to God's commands. Hebrews 10:26 warns, "If we deliberately go on sinning after we have received the knowledge of the truth, no further sacrifice for sins remains." This verse underscores the seriousness of intentional sin and the need for repentance.

Practical Application:
Believers are called to deliberate in their actions, seeking God's wisdom and guidance in all aspects of life. James 1:5 offers assurance, "If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all generously and without reproach, and it will be given to him." Christians are encouraged to pray for wisdom and to make decisions that align with biblical principles.

Conclusion:
The concept of deliberation in the Bible highlights the importance of intentional and thoughtful decision-making. Whether in seeking wisdom, following Christ, or avoiding sin, believers are called to deliberate carefully, aligning their actions with God's will.1. (a.) Weighing facts and arguments with a view to a choice or decision; carefully considering the probable consequences of a step; circumspect; slow in determining; -- applied to persons; as, a deliberate judge or counselor.

2. (a.) Formed with deliberation; well-advised; carefully considered; not sudden or rash; as, a deliberate opinion; a deliberate measure or result.

3. (a.) Not hasty or sudden; slow.

4. (v. t.) To weigh in the mind; to consider the reasons for and against; to consider maturely; to reflect upon; to ponder; as, to deliberate a question.

5. (v. i.) To take counsel with one's self; to weigh the arguments for and against a proposed course of action; to reflect; to consider; to hesitate in deciding; -- sometimes with on, upon, about, concerning.

1011. bouleuo -- to take counsel, deliberate
... to take counsel, deliberate. Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: bouleuo Phonetic
Spelling: (bool-yoo'-o) Short Definition: I deliberate, take counsel ...
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1012. boule -- counsel
... counsel. Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine Transliteration: boule Phonetic Spelling:
(boo-lay') Short Definition: counsel, deliberate wisdom Definition: counsel ...
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4823. sumbouleuo -- to take counsel together, advise
... 1), plotted together (2). deliberate, plot, advise. From sun and bouleuo;
to give (or take) advice jointly, ie Recommend, deliberate ...
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4496. rhipto -- to throw, cast, spec. to throw off, toss
... the base of rhapizo, through the idea of sudden motion); to fling (properly, with
a quick toss, thus differing from ballo, which denotes a deliberate hurl; and ...
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4817. sullogizomai -- to reckon, to compute, ie to reason
... reason with. From sun and logizomai; to reckon together (with oneself), ie
Deliberate -- reason with. see GREEK sun. see GREEK logizomai. ...
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3892. paranomia -- lawbreaking
... justice. 3892 ("transgression") emphasizes the deliberate defiance with
sinning against the Lord (used only in 2 Pet 2:16). Word ...
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1578. ekklino -- to deviate, to turn away (from someone or ...
... from 1537 , " and " and 2827 , "bend") -- properly, to bow out (turn away), with
its inevitable (out-come); exclude; avoid by deliberate, decisive rejection ...
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1351. dilogos -- given to repetition, double-tongued
... 1351 ("double-speaking") describes someone leaving a deliberate -- acting like a
spiritual "weathervane" by reversing their position (taking different sides of ...
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5368. phileo -- to love
... for (denoting personal attachment, as a matter of sentiment or feeling; while agapao
is wider, embracing especially the judgment and the deliberate assent of ...
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1586. eklego -- to select
... 1586 (from 1537 , "out of" and 3004 , " to a conclusion") -- properly, to select
(choose) out of, by a highly deliberate choice (ie real heart-preference) with ...
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3289. yaats -- to advise, counsel
... A primitive root; to advise; reflexively, to deliberate or resolve -- advertise,
take advise, advise (well), consult, (give, take) counsel(-lor), determine ...
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Whether the Damned by Right and Deliberate Reason Would Wish not ...
... OF THE WILL AND INTELLECT OF THE DAMNED (NINE ARTICLES) Whether the damned
by right and deliberate reason would wish not to be? ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/aquinas/summa theologica/whether the damned by right.htm

The Sad Case of a Relapse into Known and Deliberate Sin, after ...
... CHAPTER XXIII. THE SAD CASE OF A RELAPSE INTO KNOWN AND DELIBERATE SIN, AFTER SOLEMN
ACTS OP DEDICATION TO GOD AND SOME PROGRESS MADE IN RELIGION. ...
/.../the rise and progress of religion in the soul/chapter xxiii the sad case.htm

Whether Venial Sin Can be in the Higher Reason as Such?
... Now every inordinate movement in things concerning God, if it be deliberate, is
a mortal sin. Therefore venial sin is never in the higher reason as such. ...
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Whether an Individual Action Can be Indifferent?
... For since it belongs to the reason to direct; if an action that proceeds from
deliberate reason be not directed to the due end, it is, by that fact alone ...
/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether an individual action can.htm

Ephesians ii. 3-Jan
... it is no crime to partake, nor is there any peril in it, inasmuch as there is no
blame attached to it, for it is a matter of nature, not of deliberate choice. ...
/.../homily iv ephesians ii 3-jan.htm

Whether a Mortal Sin Can Become Venial?
... venial by reason of the imperfection of the act, because then it does not completely
fulfil the conditions of a moral act, since it is not a deliberate, but a ...
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Whether the Sin of Consent to the Act is in the Higher Reason?
... The apprehension of the power of imagination is sudden and indeliberate: wherefore
it can cause an act before the higher or lower reason has time to deliberate ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/aquinas/summa theologica/whether the sin of consent.htm

Letter v. --The Fear of Being Wanting in Submission.
... It is a certain and known fact that when one no longer commits either mortal or
deliberate venial sin one makes more progress in the ways of God by suffering ...
/.../de caussade/abandonment to divine providence/letter v the fear of being.htm

The Speaking Voice
... Muffled speech is almost as objectionable as stammering. It enhances the pleasure
and quality of conversation to speak in deliberate style. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/kleiser/talks on talking/the speaking voice.htm

An Unanswerable Question.
... The other is that which we exercise by some conscious effort of the will,
and with some deliberate purpose or intention. Now, in ...
/.../percival/sermons at rugby/viii an unanswerable question.htm

Deliberate (2 Occurrences)
... or decision; carefully considering the probable consequences of a step; circumspect;
slow in determining; -- applied to persons; as, a deliberate judge or ...
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Consult (27 Occurrences)
... 1. (vi) To seek the opinion or advice of another; to take counsel; to deliberate
together; to confer. ... 4. (vt) To deliberate upon; to take for. ...
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Assassination (1 Occurrence)
... 35:11, 25-28 Deuteronomy 4:42; Deuteronomy 19:3, 4, 6 Joshua 20:3, 5, 6; Joshua
21:13, 21, 27, 32, 38, irrespective of whether willful, deliberate killing is ...
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March (41 Occurrences)
... side. 4. (vi) To move with regular steps, as a soldier; to walk in a grave,
deliberate, or stately manner; to advance steadily. 5 ...
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Premeditate (1 Occurrence)
... 2. (vi) To think, consider, deliberate, or revolve in the mind, beforehand.
3. (a.) Premeditated; deliberate. Multi-Version Concordance ...
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Cain (18 Occurrences)
... impenitence. His jealousy of Abel, unrepented of, increases until it
culminates in deliberate murder. Deliberate, for in Genesis ...
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Counsel (192 Occurrences)
... 2. (n.) Examination of consequences; exercise of deliberate judgment; prudence. ...
4. (n.) Deliberate purpose; design; intent; scheme; plan. ...
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Ananias (11 Occurrences)
... (3) The severity of the Judgment can be justified by the consideration that the
act was "the first open venture of deliberate wickedness" (Meyer) within the ...
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Delegation (5 Occurrences)

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Mediation
... inadvertence, committed within the covenant. Deliberate sins fall outside
the scope of priestly mediation. (2) While sin includes ...
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