Topical Encyclopedia Licentiousness refers to a lack of moral restraint, particularly in the realm of sexual conduct. It is characterized by a disregard for accepted rules and standards, often leading to promiscuity and debauchery. In the Bible, licentiousness is frequently condemned as it stands in opposition to the holiness and purity that God desires for His people.The term "licentiousness" is often associated with the Greek word "aselgeia," which appears in several New Testament passages. This word conveys the idea of unbridled lust and excess, often linked with other sinful behaviors. Licentiousness is seen as a work of the flesh, contrasting with the fruit of the Spirit. In Galatians 5:19-21 , the Apostle Paul lists the "acts of the flesh," among which licentiousness is included: "The acts of the flesh are obvious: sexual immorality, impurity, and debauchery; idolatry and sorcery; hatred, discord, jealousy, and rage; rivalries, divisions, factions, and envy; drunkenness, orgies, and the like. I warn you, as I did before, that those who practice such things will not inherit the kingdom of God." Licentiousness is also mentioned in 2 Peter 2:2 , where Peter warns of false teachers who will lead many astray: "Many will follow in their depravity, and because of them the way of truth will be defamed." Here, licentiousness is linked with false teaching and the distortion of the truth, highlighting its destructive impact on both individuals and the community of believers. The Bible consistently calls believers to a life of holiness and self-control, urging them to flee from licentious behavior. In Romans 13:13-14 , Paul exhorts the church: "Let us behave decently, as in the daytime, not in carousing and drunkenness, not in sexual immorality and debauchery, not in dissension and jealousy. Instead, clothe yourselves with the Lord Jesus Christ, and make no provision for the desires of the flesh." The call to avoid licentiousness is rooted in the understanding that believers are temples of the Holy Spirit, as stated in 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 : "Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore glorify God with your body." In summary, licentiousness is a serious sin that undermines the moral fabric of the Christian life. It is a manifestation of living according to the flesh rather than the Spirit, and it is incompatible with the call to holiness that is central to the Christian faith. Believers are encouraged to pursue purity and self-control, reflecting the character of Christ in their lives. Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary 1. (a.) Lacking moral discipline or restraint, especially in sexual conduct; passing due bounds; excessive; abusive of freedom; wantonly offensive; as, a licentious press.2. (a.) Unrestrained by law or morality; lawless; immoral; dissolute; lewd; lascivious; as, a licentious man; a licentious life. Greek 1657. eleutheria -- liberty, freedom ... liberty. From eleutheros; freedom (legitimate or licentious, chiefly moral or ceremonial) -- liberty. see GREEK eleutheros. (eleutheria) -- 4 Occurrences. ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/1657.htm - 7k 113. athesmos -- lawless Strong's Hebrew 6589. pasaq -- to part, open wide... open wide. A primitive root; to dispart (the feet or lips), ie Become licentious -- open (wide). 6588, 6589. pasaq. 6590 . Strong's Numbers. /hebrew/6589.htm - 5k 6945. qadesh -- a temple prostitute Library Of Jupiter, and his Licentious Life. That the Romans Should have Understood that Gods who Desired to be ... Prohibition of Sacrifices, of Mystic Rites, Combats of Gladiators ... Overthrow of an Idol Temple, and Abolition of Licentious Practices ... Several Other Things Turned against the Same Mathematicians. Causes of Corruption Chiefly Intentional. On Filthy Speaking. With whom we are to Associate. Chrysostom and Eudoxia. His Second Banishment, AD 403 Self-Denial and Cross-Bearing. Thesaurus Licentious (1 Occurrence)... moral discipline or restraint, especially in sexual conduct; passing due bounds; excessive; abusive of freedom; wantonly offensive; as, a licentious press. ... /l/licentious.htm - 7k Tammuz (1 Occurrence) Eli (36 Occurrences) License (3 Occurrences) Licentiousness (10 Occurrences) Unbridled (4 Occurrences) Offscouring (2 Occurrences) Jesting (2 Occurrences) Libertine Lust (42 Occurrences) Resources Who is Felix in the Bible? | GotQuestions.orgSummary of the Book of 2 Corinthians - Bible Survey | GotQuestions.org Perseverance of the Saints - is it biblical? | GotQuestions.org Licentious: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Licentious (1 Occurrence)2 Peter 2:18 Subtopics Related Terms |
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