Topical Encyclopedia Adultery, as defined in the Bible, is the act of engaging in sexual relations outside the bounds of marriage. It is considered a grave sin and a violation of the covenantal relationship between husband and wife. The term "Sodomites" is often associated with the inhabitants of Sodom, a city that, along with Gomorrah, was destroyed by God due to its inhabitants' grievous sins, including sexual immorality.Biblical References: 1. Genesis 19:1-29 · The account of Sodom and Gomorrah is one of the most well-known biblical narratives concerning sexual immorality. The men of Sodom are described as wicked and engaged in egregious sins. When two angels visited Lot in Sodom, the men of the city surrounded Lot's house and demanded to have relations with the visitors. This act of attempted sexual violence is indicative of the city's moral depravity. Genesis 19:5 (BSB) states, "They called out to Lot and asked, 'Where are the men who came to you tonight? Send them out to us so we can have relations with them!'" 2. Leviticus 18:22-23 · The Mosaic Law explicitly condemns homosexual acts, which are often associated with the sins of Sodom. Leviticus 18:22 (BSB) commands, "You must not lie with a man as with a woman; that is an abomination." This prohibition is part of a broader set of laws aimed at maintaining the holiness and purity of the Israelite community. 3. Jude 1:7 · The New Testament also references the sins of Sodom and Gomorrah as a warning against sexual immorality and perversion. Jude 1:7 (BSB) states, "In like manner, Sodom and Gomorrah and the cities around them, who indulged in sexual immorality and pursued strange flesh, are on display as an example of those who sustain the punishment of eternal fire." 4. Romans 1:26-27 · The Apostle Paul addresses the issue of unnatural relations, which can be linked to the behaviors condemned in Sodom. Romans 1:26-27 (BSB) reads, "For this reason God gave them over to dishonorable passions. Even their women exchanged natural relations for unnatural ones. Likewise, the men abandoned natural relations with women and burned with lust for one another. Men committed indecent acts with other men, and received in themselves the due penalty for their error." Theological Implications: The narrative of Sodom and the subsequent biblical references serve as a stark warning against the sin of adultery and sexual immorality. The destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah is often interpreted as a divine judgment against such sins, emphasizing the seriousness with which God views violations of His moral law. The term "Sodomites" has historically been used to describe those who engage in homosexual acts, reflecting the association with the sins of Sodom. Moral and Ethical Considerations: From a biblical perspective, adultery and related sexual sins are seen as destructive to both individuals and society. They undermine the sanctity of marriage, which is intended to be a reflection of the covenantal relationship between Christ and the Church (Ephesians 5:31-32). The Bible calls believers to uphold sexual purity and to flee from sexual immorality (1 Corinthians 6:18). Cultural and Historical Context: In ancient Near Eastern culture, cities like Sodom were known for their wealth and prosperity, but also for their moral corruption. The biblical account serves as a critique of societies that prioritize hedonism and self-indulgence over righteousness and justice. The account of Sodom and Gomorrah has been used throughout history to illustrate the consequences of turning away from God's commandments and embracing a lifestyle contrary to His design. Nave's Topical Index Genesis 19:5-8And they called to Lot, and said to him, Where are the men which came in to you this night? bring them out to us, that we may know them. Nave's Topical Index Library Similitudes and Examples a Most Important Part of Right ... Some Man Will Say, "So Then any Thief Whatever is to be Accounted ... "The Axe is Laid to the Root. " The Pelagians Argue that Cohabitation Rightly Used is a Good, and ... The Law Anterior to Moses. 1 Cor. Iii. 15-Dec 1 Thessalonians iii. 8-May Answer to the Objection of the Heathen, that it was not Right to ... Titus ii. 14-Nov Discussion of the Subject of Permission Resources What can we learn from the woman caught in adultery? | GotQuestions.orgDo I have to confess my adultery to my spouse? | GotQuestions.org What was Jesus writing in the dirt/sand when the Pharisees brought to Him a woman caught in adultery? | GotQuestions.org Adultery: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus |
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