The term "emboldened" refers to the act of being made bold or courageous, often through encouragement or inspiration. In the context of the Bible, being emboldened is frequently associated with the empowerment that comes from faith in God, the Holy Spirit, or the encouragement of fellow believers. This concept is woven throughout Scripture, illustrating how individuals and communities are strengthened to act in accordance with God's will.

Old Testament Context

In the Old Testament, emboldenment often comes through direct encounters with God or His promises. For example, Joshua is emboldened by God's assurance of His presence. In Joshua 1:9 , God commands, "Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go." This divine encouragement empowers Joshua to lead the Israelites into the Promised Land with confidence.

Similarly, the account of David and Goliath in 1 Samuel 17 demonstrates how faith emboldens David to face the giant. David's confidence is not in his own strength but in the Lord's deliverance, as he declares in 1 Samuel 17:37 , "The LORD who delivered me from the paw of the lion and the paw of the bear will deliver me from the hand of this Philistine."

New Testament Context

In the New Testament, the concept of being emboldened is closely linked to the work of the Holy Spirit and the example of Jesus Christ. The apostles, once fearful and uncertain, are emboldened after receiving the Holy Spirit at Pentecost. Acts 4:31 describes how, after praying, "the place where they were assembled was shaken, and they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and spoke the word of God boldly."

The Apostle Paul frequently speaks of being emboldened by his faith and the support of fellow believers. In Philippians 1:14 , Paul notes, "And most of the brothers, confident in the Lord by my chains, now dare even more to speak the word without fear." Here, Paul's imprisonment serves as a catalyst for others to be emboldened in their proclamation of the Gospel.

Theological Implications

From a theological perspective, being emboldened is seen as a divine empowerment that enables believers to overcome fear and opposition. It is an essential aspect of Christian discipleship, where faith in God's promises and the indwelling of the Holy Spirit provide the courage needed to live out one's faith boldly. This emboldenment is not merely for personal benefit but serves the greater purpose of advancing God's kingdom and bearing witness to His truth.

Practical Application

In practical terms, Christians are encouraged to seek emboldenment through prayer, Scripture, and fellowship with other believers. The example of biblical figures who were emboldened by their faith serves as an inspiration for believers today to trust in God's presence and power. As Hebrews 13:6 reminds us, "So we say with confidence: 'The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?'" This assurance emboldens believers to face challenges with courage and conviction.(imp. & p. p.) of Embolden.3268. Yaaziel -- a Levite
... Jaaziel. From ya'az and 'el; emboldened of God; Jaaziel, an Israelite -- Jaaziel.
see HEBREW ya'az. see HEBREW 'el. 3267, 3268. Yaaziel. 3269 . Strong's Numbers
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3269. Yaaziyyahu -- a Levite
... Jaaziah. From ya'az and Yahh; emboldened of Jah; Jaazijah, an Israelite -- Jaaziah.
see HEBREW ya'az. see HEBREW Yahh. 3268, 3269. Yaaziyyahu. 3270 . ...
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He that Doubteth is Damned if He Eat, Because He Eateth not of ...
... For if any man see thee, which hast knowledge, sit at meat in the idol's temple,
shall not the conscience of him which is weak be emboldened to eat those ...
/.../finney/lectures to professing christians/he that doubteth is damned.htm

Joseph of Arimathea
... Elijah learnt to his amazement that although all the people on Carmel had not been
converted, more than seven thousand faithful men had been emboldened by his ...
/.../milligan/men of the bible some lesser-known/joseph of arimathea.htm

On the Words of the Gospel, Matt. viii. 8, "I am not Worthy that ...
... there was read, "For if any one see him which hath knowledge sit at meat in an idol's
temple, shall not the conscience of him who is weak, be emboldened to eat ...
/.../sermons on selected lessons of the new testament/sermon xii on the words.htm

Revelation of John.
... happen to them in those times? Reveal to me all; for I am emboldened, because
Thou listenest to Thy servant. And I spent seven days ...
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Life in India.
... I felt emboldened" he says, "to employ the most familiar petitions by Isaiah
12:6, 7, 'Keep not silence; give him no rest,' etc. ...
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The New Crusade --Serampore and the Brotherhood
... days of slow Indiamen and French privateers, no tidings of their welfare reached
the poor praying people of the midlands, who had been emboldened to begin the ...
/.../smith/the life of william carey/chapter v the new crusadeserampore.htm

The Law of Christian Conscience.
... For if any man see thee which hast knowledge, sit at meat in the idol's temple,
shall not the conscience of him which is weak be emboldened to eat those things ...
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Words to Rest On
... conscious of their great danger; but they had found peace, even in their extremity,
by quoting to themselves, and to one another, the emboldened language of ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 38 1892/words to rest on.htm

The Draw Net Let Down into the Sea
... The sense of this urgency, and a great desire that our Chinese fellow-workers might
realise the fullness of their vocation as evangelists, emboldened us to ...
/.../cable/the fulfilment of a dream of pastor hsis/chapter xvii the draw net.htm

Elucidations.
... Clement, to Origen, and to Tertullian to learn the practical laws of the Gospel
against avarice, luxury, and "the deceitfulness of sin." I am emboldened to say ...
/.../tertullian/on fasting in opposition to the psychics/elucidations.htm

Emboldened (3 Occurrences)
...Emboldened (3 Occurrences). ... Song of Songs 4:9 Thou hast emboldened me, my
sister-spouse, Emboldened me with one of thine eyes, With one chain of thy neck. ( ...
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Sister-spouse (4 Occurrences)
... Sister-spouse (4 Occurrences). Song of Songs 4:9 Thou hast emboldened me, my
sister-spouse, Emboldened me with one of thine eyes, With one chain of thy neck. ...
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Idol-house (1 Occurrence)
... Corinthians 8:10 For if any one see thee, who hast knowledge, sitting at table in
an idol-house, shall not his conscience, he being weak, be emboldened to eat ...
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Idols (186 Occurrences)
... 1 Corinthians 8:10 For if a man sees you who have knowledge sitting in an idol's
temple, won't his conscience, if he is weak, be emboldened to eat things ...
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Infirm (25 Occurrences)
... 10 for if any one may see thee that hast knowledge in an idol's temple reclining
at meat -- shall not his conscience -- he being infirm -- be emboldened to eat ...
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Idol's (1 Occurrence)
... 1 Corinthians 8:10 For if a man sees you who have knowledge sitting in an idol's
temple, won't his conscience, if he is weak, be emboldened to eat things ...
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Encouraged (37 Occurrences)
... 10 for if any one may see thee that hast knowledge in an idol's temple reclining
at meat -- shall not his conscience -- he being infirm -- be emboldened to eat ...
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Embolden (1 Occurrence)

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Emboldeneth (1 Occurrence)

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Dining (3 Occurrences)
... 1 Corinthians 8:10 For if a man sees you who have knowledge sitting in an idol's
temple, won't his conscience, if he is weak, be emboldened to eat things ...
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