Definition and Context:
In biblical terms, "exposure" can refer to the act of revealing or uncovering something that was previously hidden. This can pertain to physical exposure, such as nakedness, or metaphorical exposure, such as the revelation of sin or truth. The concept of exposure is often linked with themes of vulnerability, judgment, and divine revelation.

Biblical Instances:

1. Physical Exposure:
The Bible frequently addresses the issue of physical exposure, particularly in the context of nakedness. In Genesis 3:7, after Adam and Eve ate from the Tree of Knowledge, "the eyes of both of them were opened, and they knew that they were naked; so they sewed fig leaves together and made coverings for themselves." This passage highlights the immediate awareness and shame associated with exposure following disobedience to God.

2. Exposure of Sin:
The exposure of sin is a recurring theme throughout Scripture. In Numbers 32:23, Moses warns the Israelites, "But if you do not do this, you will certainly sin against the LORD; and you may be sure that your sin will find you out." This verse underscores the inevitability of sin being exposed, emphasizing accountability before God.

3. Divine Revelation:
Exposure is also related to the revelation of divine truth. In Ephesians 5:13, Paul writes, "But everything exposed by the light becomes visible, for everything that is illuminated becomes a light itself." Here, exposure is associated with the transformative power of God's truth, which brings hidden things to light and purifies them.

4. Judgment and Exposure:
The concept of exposure is often linked with divine judgment. In Luke 12:2-3, Jesus warns, "There is nothing concealed that will not be disclosed, or hidden that will not be made known. What you have said in the dark will be heard in the daylight, and what you have whispered in the ear in the inner rooms will be proclaimed from the roofs." This passage emphasizes the comprehensive nature of God's judgment, where all hidden deeds and words will be exposed.

5. Protection from Exposure:
The Bible also speaks of God's protection from exposure. In Psalm 91:4, it is written, "He will cover you with His feathers; under His wings you will find refuge; His faithfulness is a shield and rampart." This imagery of divine protection suggests that God provides a covering for His people, shielding them from harm and shame.

Theological Implications:

· Vulnerability and Humility:
Exposure often brings about a sense of vulnerability, which can lead to humility and repentance. Recognizing one's own sinfulness and need for God's grace is a crucial step in the Christian journey.

· Accountability and Integrity:
The inevitability of exposure serves as a reminder of the importance of living a life of integrity. Knowing that all actions and thoughts will ultimately be revealed encourages believers to align their lives with God's standards.

· Redemption and Restoration:
While exposure can be uncomfortable, it also offers an opportunity for redemption and restoration. Through confession and repentance, believers can experience God's forgiveness and be restored to right relationship with Him.

Practical Application:

· Confession and Repentance:
Believers are encouraged to confess their sins and seek God's forgiveness, trusting that exposure leads to healing and restoration (1 John 1:9).

· Living Transparently:
Christians are called to live transparently before God and others, fostering an environment of honesty and accountability within the community of faith.

· Trusting in God's Protection:
In times of vulnerability, believers can find comfort in God's promise of protection and covering, trusting in His faithfulness to shield them from ultimate harm.1. (n.) The act of laying open, setting forth, laying bare of protection, depriving of care or concealment, or setting out to reprobation or contempt.

2. (n.) The state of being exposed or laid open or bare; openness to danger; accessibility to anything that may affect, especially detrimentally; as, exposure to observation, to cold, to inconvenience.

3. (n.) Position as to points of compass, or to influences of climate, etc.

4. (n.) The exposing of a sensitized plate to the action of light.

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See PUNISHMENTS.

4716. stauros -- an upright stake, hence a cross (the Rom. ...
... the base of histemi; a stake or post (as set upright), ie (specially), a pole or
cross (as an instrument of capital punishment); figuratively, exposure to death ...
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3709. orge -- impulse, wrath
... 3709 ("settled anger") proceeds from an internal which opposes someone or something
based on extended personal exposure, ie solidifying what the beholder ...
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1820. exaporeo -- to be utterly at a loss, be in despair
... In sum, 1820 () relates to someone (apparently) "left in the straits" (with no way
out) -- ie in "extreme exposure," without a good alternative ("no exit ...
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1132. gumnotes -- nakedness
... Definition: nakedness. Word Origin from gumnos Definition nakedness NASB
Word Usage exposure (1), nakedness (2). nakedness. From ...
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Further Exposure of Inconsistencies in the Opinions of Hermogenes ...
... Chapter XLII."Further Exposure of Inconsistencies in the Opinions of
Hermogenes Respecting the Divine Qualities of Matter. You ...
/.../against hermogenes/chapter xlii further exposure of inconsistencies.htm

The Prooemium. --Motives for Undertaking the Refutation; Exposure ...
... The Prooemium."Motives for Undertaking the Refutation; Exposure of the Ancient
Mysteries; Plan of the Work; Completeness of the Refutation; Value of the ...
/.../the refutation of all heresies/the prooemium motives for undertaking the.htm

Further Exposure of Transmigration, Its Inextricable Embarrassment ...
... Chapter XXXI."Further Exposure of Transmigration, Its Inextricable
Embarrassment. Again, if this recovery of life from the dead ...
/.../a treatise on the soul/chapter xxxi further exposure of transmigration.htm

How Simon Bears his Exposure.
... Homily XVIII. Chapter IX."How Simon Bears His Exposure. When Peter said
this, the multitudes applauded. [1379] But Simon, being ...
/.../unknown/the clementine homilies/chapter ix how simon bears his.htm

Further Exposure of the Wicked and Blasphemous Doctrines of the ...
... Against Heresies: Book II Chapter XXXII."Further exposure of the wicked
and blasphemous doctrines of the heretics. 1. Moreover ...
/.../irenaeus/against heresies/chapter xxxii further exposure of the.htm

Sige Relates to Marcus the Generation of the Twenty-Four Elements ...
... Against Heresies: Book I Chapter XV."Sige relates to Marcus the generation of the
twenty-four elements and of Jesus Exposure of these absurdities. ...
/.../irenaeus/against heresies/chapter xv sige relates to marcus.htm

Refutation of the Ebionites, who Disparaged the Authority of St. ...
... Paul, from the writings of St. Luke, which must be received as a whole. Exposure
of the hypocrisy, deceit, and pride of the Gnostics. ...
/.../irenaeus/against heresies/chapter xv refutation of the ebionites.htm

The Power of Sorrow.
... And hence it comes to pass, that often remorse and anguish only begin with
exposure. Suicide takes place, not when the act of wrong ...
/.../robertson/sermons preached at brighton/viii the power of sorrow.htm

Letter xiv. Dress.
... after their disobedience, is probably intended to show the nakedness and shame which
sin has brought upon our souls; and the consequent exposure to the hostile ...
/.../newcomb/a practical directory for young christian females/letter xiv dress.htm

The Final Unmasking.
... But, thou who lookest for the justification of the light, art thou verily prepared
for thyself to encounter such exposure as the general unveiling of things ...
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Exposure (1 Occurrence)
... of being exposed or laid open or bare; openness to danger; accessibility to anything
that may affect, especially detrimentally; as, exposure to observation, to ...
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Guilt (180 Occurrences)
... 1. (n.) The criminality and consequent exposure to punishment resulting from willful
disobedience of law, or from morally wrong action; the state of one who ...
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Roast (8 Occurrences)
... 1. (vt) To cook by exposure to radiant heat before a fire; as, to roast meat on
a spit, or in an oven open toward the fire and having reflecting surfaces within ...
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Burn (206 Occurrences)
... 2. (vt) To injure by fire or heat; to change destructively some property or properties
of, by undue exposure to fire or heat; to scorch; to scald; to blister ...
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Smiting (76 Occurrences)
... smit'-ing: Exposure of the uncovered head to the heat of the sun is likely to produce
either of two conditions; the commoner is heat exhaustion with faintness ...
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Sun (1708 Occurrences)
... smit'-ing: Exposure of the uncovered head to the heat of the sun is likely to produce
either of two conditions; the commoner is heat exhaustion with faintness ...
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Expound (7 Occurrences)

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Punishments (31 Occurrences)
... (2) Hanging Hanging is mentioned (Numbers 25:4 Deuteronomy 21:22), probably not
as a mode of execution, but rather of exposure after death. ...
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Quarries (4 Occurrences)
... found at the surface. The quarryman seeks a thick stratum of firm limestone
which has a favorable exposure. The vertical joint-planes ...
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Nakedness (50 Occurrences)
... The Jews objected vigorously to exposure of the body (even athletes insisting on
a loin-cloth (compare 2 Maccabees 4:12, 13)), and compulsory nudity was the ...
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