In the context of the Bible, "mentioning" refers to the act of bringing something to mind or speaking of something, often in prayer or remembrance. The concept of mentioning is significant in both the Old and New Testaments, where it is associated with the remembrance of God's deeds, the acknowledgment of His name, and the intercession for others.

Old Testament

In the Old Testament, mentioning is often related to the remembrance of God's covenant and His mighty works. For instance, in the Psalms, the psalmists frequently mention the deeds of the Lord as a way to praise Him and to remind the people of His faithfulness. Psalm 77:11 states, "I will remember the works of the LORD; yes, I will remember Your wonders of old." Here, mentioning serves as an act of worship and a means to strengthen faith by recalling God's past interventions.

The prophets also emphasize the importance of mentioning God's name and His attributes. Isaiah 12:4 encourages the people to "give thanks to the LORD, call upon His name; make known His deeds among the peoples, proclaim that His name is exalted." Mentioning God's name is an act of proclamation and testimony, intended to spread the knowledge of God among the nations.

New Testament

In the New Testament, mentioning takes on a more personal and communal aspect, particularly in the context of prayer and intercession. The Apostle Paul frequently uses the term in his epistles to express his prayers and thoughts for the early Christian communities. For example, in Romans 1:9 , Paul writes, "God, whom I serve with my spirit in preaching the gospel of His Son, is my witness how constantly I remember you in my prayers at all times." Here, mentioning is an expression of Paul's pastoral care and his commitment to the spiritual well-being of the believers.

Mentioning in prayer is also seen as a way to uphold others before God, seeking His guidance, protection, and blessing for them. In Ephesians 1:16 , Paul states, "I have not stopped giving thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers." This highlights the role of mentioning as an integral part of intercessory prayer, fostering a sense of unity and mutual support within the body of Christ.

Theological Significance

Theologically, mentioning underscores the importance of memory and speech in the life of faith. It is through mentioning that believers recall God's faithfulness, express gratitude, and intercede for others. This act of remembrance and articulation is not merely a mental exercise but a spiritual discipline that shapes the believer's relationship with God and the community.

Mentioning also reflects the biblical understanding of the power of words. In Scripture, words are not just sounds but carry the weight of intention and action. When believers mention God's name or His deeds, they participate in the divine narrative, affirming their identity as God's people and their role in His redemptive plan.

In summary, mentioning in the Bible is a multifaceted concept that involves remembrance, proclamation, and intercession. It is a vital practice for nurturing faith, fostering community, and engaging with the divine narrative.(p. pr. & vb. n.) of Mention.2142. zakar -- remember
... remembrance (1), confess (1), consider (2), extol (1), invoke (1), invoked (1),
keep (1), make mention (2), mention (4), mentioned (5), mentioning (1), mindful ...
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After Mentioning a Noble Action of the Romans, the Writer Shows ...
... Book III. Chapter XV. After mentioning a noble action of the Romans, the
writer shows from the deeds of? After mentioning a noble ...
/.../ambrose/works and letters of st ambrose/chapter xv after mentioning a.htm

He did Wrong, when Mentioning the Doctrines of Salvation, in ...
... He did wrong, when mentioning the Doctrines of Salvation, in adopting terms of his
own choosing instead of the traditional terms Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. ...
/.../gregory/gregory of nyssa dogmatic treatises etc/section 14 he did wrong.htm

He Proceeds to Confute the Work of Pelagius; He Refrains as yet ...
... on nature and grace, against pelagius; Chapter 7 [VII.]"He Proceeds to Confute the
Work of Pelagius; He Refrains as Yet from Mentioning Pelagius' Name. ...
/.../augustine/anti-pelagian writings/chapter 7 vii he proceeds to.htm

The Sixth and Last Point which I am Told that He Brings against Me ...
... as Christ also the church," after my own simple explanation I propounded the question
raised by Origen, speaking his views though without mentioning his name ...
/.../28 the sixth and last.htm

That the Figure Synecdoche, in which the Part Stands for the Whole ...
... Whatever then you say of the Lord Jesus Christ, you say of the whole person, and
in mentioning the Son of God you mention the Son of man, and in mentioning the ...
/.../cassian/the seven books of john cassian /chapter xxiii that the figure.htm

Instructions to Converts.
... I. I shall pursue the subject, taking it up where I left off, by mentioning some
further instructions which it is important should be given to young converts. ...
/.../finney/lectures on revivals of religion/lecture xx instructions to converts.htm

Rom. Iv. 23
... See how after mentioning the cause of His death, he makes the same cause likewise
a demonstration of the resurrection. For why, he means, was He crucified? ...
/.../chrysostom/homilies on acts and romans/homily ix rom iv 23.htm

A Further vindication of the Scripture Narrative of the Creation ...
... Nor, indeed, is there any novelty in mentioning only that which contains, as pertaining
to the whole, [6448] and understanding that which is contained as ...
/.../tertullian/against hermogenes/chapter xxxi a further vindication of.htm

The Apocalypse.
... Eccl., 3.25); and again, after mentioning with approbation the account of those
who said that there were at Ephesus two who bore the name of John (John the ...
/.../barrows/companion to the bible/chapter xxxii the apocalypse.htm

Psalm CV.
... Then mentioning His own Name, He mercifully mingled in His grace towards men, saying,
"I am the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob; this is ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/augustine/exposition on the book of psalms/psalm cv.htm

Mentioning (3 Occurrences)
...Mentioning (3 Occurrences). 1 Thessalonians 1:2 We always give thanks to God
for all of you, mentioning you in our prayers, (WEB RSV NIV). ...
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Eriaku
... 2. Inscriptions Mentioning Eri-Aku: In addition to a number of contract-tablets,
the following inscriptions mentioning Eri-Aku or Warad-Sin are known: (1) A ...
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Eri-aku
... 2. Inscriptions Mentioning Eri-Aku: In addition to a number of contract-tablets,
the following inscriptions mentioning Eri-Aku or Warad-Sin are known: (1) A ...
/e/eri-aku.htm - 11k

According (7613 Occurrences)
... tradition. But there is a certain significance in Eusebius' mentioning it
in this connection (Euseb., HE, III, xxxix, 16). Eusebius ...
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Gospel (108 Occurrences)
... tradition. But there is a certain significance in Eusebius' mentioning it
in this connection (Euseb., HE, III, xxxix, 16). Eusebius ...
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Mentioned (30 Occurrences)

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Laban (52 Occurrences)
... 24; but, true to its purpose and the place it occupies in the book, this genealogy
brings the family down to Rebekah, and there stops without mentioning Laban. ...
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Lud (10 Occurrences)
... The reference to a city which seems to be Putu-yawan in an inscription mentioning
the 37th year of Nebuchadrezzar, and apparently referring to an expedition ...
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Ludim (3 Occurrences)
... The reference to a city which seems to be Putu-yawan in an inscription mentioning
the 37th year of Nebuchadrezzar, and apparently referring to an expedition ...
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Lord (59401 Occurrences)
... They name the brothers. Bengel suggests that there is a tone of contempt in the
omission of the names of the sisters, as though not worth mentioning. ...
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