The term "gravest" is not directly found in the Berean Standard Bible as a standalone word, but it is often used in theological discussions to describe matters of utmost seriousness or severity, particularly in the context of sin, judgment, and moral conduct. In the biblical narrative, themes that could be described as the gravest often pertain to the consequences of sin, the finality of divine judgment, and the solemnity of God's commandments.

Sin and Its Consequences

The Bible frequently addresses the gravity of sin and its consequences. Romans 6:23 states, "For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord." This verse underscores the severe consequence of sin, which is spiritual death, contrasting it with the gift of eternal life offered through Jesus Christ. The gravity of sin is further emphasized in James 1:15 : "Then after desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, gives birth to death."

Divine Judgment

The concept of divine judgment is another area where the gravest matters are addressed. Hebrews 9:27 declares, "And just as it is appointed for man to die once, and after that to face judgment." This verse highlights the inevitability and seriousness of facing God's judgment after death. The Book of Revelation provides vivid imagery of the final judgment, where the gravest of decisions are made regarding eternal destinies. Revelation 20:12 describes, "And I saw the dead, great and small, standing before the throne, and books were opened."

Moral Conduct and Commandments

The Bible also speaks to the gravity of adhering to God's commandments and the moral conduct expected of believers. In Matthew 22:37-40 , Jesus summarizes the gravest commandments: "Jesus declared, 'Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.' This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: 'Love your neighbor as yourself.' All the Law and the Prophets hang on these two commandments." The gravity of these commandments is foundational to Christian ethics and morality.

Warnings and Exhortations

Scripture contains numerous warnings and exhortations that highlight the gravest spiritual dangers and the importance of vigilance. 1 Peter 5:8 warns, "Be sober-minded and alert. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour." This verse emphasizes the seriousness of spiritual warfare and the need for constant vigilance.

Repentance and Redemption

Despite the gravity of sin and judgment, the Bible offers hope through repentance and redemption. Acts 3:19 calls for repentance: "Repent, then, and turn back, so that your sins may be wiped away." The gravest of sins can be forgiven through genuine repentance and faith in Jesus Christ, as emphasized in 1 John 1:9 : "If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."

In summary, while the term "gravest" itself may not appear in the text of the Berean Standard Bible, the concept is deeply embedded in the themes of sin, judgment, moral conduct, and the redemptive work of Christ. These themes underscore the seriousness with which the Bible addresses the human condition and the divine provision for salvation.

Whether Idolatry is the Gravest of Sins?
... OF IDOLATRY (FOUR ARTICLES) Whether idolatry is the gravest of sins? Objection
1: It would seem that idolatry is not the gravest of sins. ...
/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether idolatry is the gravest.htm

Whether Drunkenness is the Gravest of Sins?
... OF DRUNKENNESS (FOUR ARTICLES) Whether drunkenness is the gravest of sins? Objection
1: It would seem that drunkenness is the gravest of sins. ...
/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether drunkenness is the gravest.htm

Whether Backbiting is the Gravest of all Sins Committed against ...
... OF BACKBITING [*Or detraction] (FOUR ARTICLES) Whether backbiting is the gravest
of all sins committed against one's neighbor? Objection ...
/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether backbiting is the gravest.htm

Whether to Approach this Sacrament with Consciousness of Sin is ...
... OF THE USE OR RECEIVING OF THIS SACRAMENT IN GENERAL (TWELVE ARTICLES) Whether to
approach this sacrament with consciousness of sin is the gravest of all sins? ...
/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether to approach this sacrament.htm

Whether Despair is the Greatest of Sins
... On the other hand: the sin which is incurable would seem to be the gravest, according
to Jer.30:12: "Thy bruise is incurable, and thy wound is grievous." Now ...
/.../aquinas/nature and grace/article three whether despair is.htm

Whether the Unbelief of Pagans or Heathens is Graver than Other ...
... Therefore their unbelief is the gravest of all. ... Therefore their unbelief is the
gravest. Objection 3: Further, every good diminishes evil. ...
/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether the unbelief of pagans.htm

Whether the Unnatural vice is the Greatest Sin among the Species ...
... one another. Hence it would follow that uncleanness is the gravest of
unnatural vices. But this is not true. Therefore unnatural ...
/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether the unnatural vice is 2.htm

What Good Does it do Me that He Declares on his Oath that it was ...
... c5. In the meantime, I desired to free myself from suspicion in the implicit judgment
of the reader, and to refute the gravest of the charges in the eyes of my ...
/.../2 what good does it.htm

God did not Make Evil, nor is He at all in any Way the Author of ...
... Now it is the gravest fault to disobey God, by overstepping the bounds of
that righteousness which is consistent with free-will. II. ...
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Period iv. The Age of the Consolidation of the Church: 200 to 324 ...
... of the Church, the number of Christians increased so rapidly that the relation of
the Roman State to the Church became a matter of the gravest importance (ch.1 ...
/.../ayer/a source book for ancient church history/period iv the age of.htm

Gravest (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Gravest (1 Occurrence). Isaiah 22:16 What doest thou here?
and whom has thou here, that thou hast hewed thee out here a sepulchre? ...
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Graveth (1 Occurrence)

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Grave's (1 Occurrence)

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Covetousness (22 Occurrences)
... Covetousness is a very grave sin; indeed, so heinous is it that the Scriptures class
it among the very gravest and grossest crimes (Ephesians 5:3). In ...
/c/covetousness.htm - 18k

Election (6 Occurrences)
... was made and announced, says the apostle, "that the purpose of God according to
election might stand." In the whole passage the gravest stress is laid upon the ...
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Marriage (74 Occurrences)
... was regarded as the most important. It was a step that led to the gravest
tribal and family consequences. In case of a daughter, if ...
/m/marriage.htm - 62k

Second (2060 Occurrences)
... That is what wounded the apostle most deeply, and it is to secure their change in
this respect that is his gravest concern. 2. The False Teachers: Esp. ...
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Corinthians (3 Occurrences)
... That is what wounded the apostle most deeply, and it is to secure their change in
this respect that is his gravest concern. 2. The False Teachers: Esp. ...
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Epistle (13 Occurrences)
... That is what wounded the apostle most deeply, and it is to secure their change in
this respect that is his gravest concern. 2. The False Teachers: Esp. ...
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