In the context of the Bible, "proceedings" often refer to the actions, events, or processes that unfold according to divine or human plans. The term can encompass judicial, ceremonial, or narrative events that are significant within the biblical narrative.

Judicial Proceedings:

Judicial proceedings in the Bible are often depicted in the context of God's justice and the legal systems established among His people. The Mosaic Law provided a framework for judicial proceedings, emphasizing fairness, justice, and righteousness. For instance, Deuteronomy 16:18-20 instructs, "Appoint judges and officials for each of your tribes in every town the LORD your God is giving you, and they shall judge the people fairly. Do not pervert justice or show partiality. Do not accept a bribe, for a bribe blinds the eyes of the wise and twists the words of the righteous. Pursue justice, and justice alone, so that you may live and possess the land the LORD your God is giving you."

The proceedings in the trial of Jesus Christ are among the most significant judicial events in the New Testament. The Gospels describe how Jesus was brought before the Sanhedrin, Pilate, and Herod, highlighting the miscarriage of justice that led to His crucifixion (Matthew 26:57-68, Mark 14:53-65, Luke 22:66-71, John 18:12-24).

Ceremonial Proceedings:

Ceremonial proceedings in the Bible often relate to worship and religious observances. The Book of Leviticus outlines various ceremonial laws and proceedings, including sacrifices, offerings, and festivals. These proceedings were designed to maintain the holiness of the community and their relationship with God. Leviticus 23 provides detailed instructions for the observance of the Sabbath, Passover, and other feasts, emphasizing the importance of following God's commands in worship.

The proceedings of the Day of Atonement, as described in Leviticus 16, are particularly significant. This annual ceremony involved the high priest entering the Holy of Holies to make atonement for the sins of the people, symbolizing the need for purification and reconciliation with God.

Narrative Proceedings:

Narrative proceedings in the Bible refer to the unfolding of events within the biblical account. These proceedings often reveal God's sovereignty and His plan for humanity. The proceedings of creation in Genesis 1-2 demonstrate God's orderly and purposeful design of the universe. The proceedings of the Exodus, as recounted in the Book of Exodus, illustrate God's deliverance of His people from slavery in Egypt and His establishment of a covenant relationship with them.

In the New Testament, the proceedings of the early church, as described in the Book of Acts, highlight the spread of the Gospel and the work of the Holy Spirit. Acts 2:42-47 describes the proceedings of the early Christian community: "They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. Everyone was filled with awe at the many wonders and signs performed by the apostles. All the believers were together and had everything in common."

Divine Proceedings:

Divine proceedings refer to the actions and interventions of God in human history. Throughout the Bible, God's proceedings are characterized by His faithfulness, justice, and mercy. The proceedings of God's covenant with Abraham in Genesis 12, 15, and 17 establish the foundation for His redemptive plan through Israel and ultimately through Jesus Christ.

The proceedings of the final judgment, as depicted in Revelation, reveal the culmination of God's plan for creation. Revelation 20:11-15 describes the proceedings of the Great White Throne Judgment, where the dead are judged according to their deeds, and those not found in the Book of Life are cast into the lake of fire.

In summary, the concept of proceedings in the Bible encompasses a wide range of events and actions, each revealing aspects of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Whether through judicial, ceremonial, narrative, or divine proceedings, the Bible presents a coherent narrative of God's sovereign plan and His desire for justice, holiness, and redemption.4197. poreia -- a journey
... journey, way. From poreuomai; travel (by land); figuratively (plural) proceedings,
ie Career -- journey(-ing), ways. see GREEK poreuomai. ...
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Preface to the Book on the Proceedings of Pelagius.
... preface to the book on the proceedings of pelagius. In the year of Christ
415, Pelagius was accused of heresy in Palestine, and ...
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Account of Proceedings in the Peninsula
... Account of Proceedings in the Peninsula. GENTLEMEN OF THE COMMITTEE OF
THE BRITISH AND FOREIGN BIBLE SOCIETY" I beg leave to call ...
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A Work on the Proceedings of Pelagius,
... A work on the proceedings of pelagius,. In One Book, addressed to bishop
aurelius [of carthage], by. aurelius augustin; written about ...
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Proceedings of the Council of Ariminum.
... Chapter XVII."Proceedings of the Council of Ariminum. ... The Synod at Ariminum first
commenced proceedings; [1326] it consisted of about four hundred members. ...
/.../chapter xvii proceedings of the council.htm

Proceedings of John in Asia and Phrygia. Heraclides, Bishop of ...
... Chapter VI."Proceedings of John in Asia and Phrygia. ... Among other matters, they
reproached him with the proceedings that had been taken against Eutropius. ...
/.../the ecclesiastical history of sozomenus/chapter vi proceedings of john in.htm

Part of the Proceedings of the Council of Carthage against ...
... Book II. On Original Sin. Chapter 3 [III.]"Part of the Proceedings of
the Council of Carthage Against Coelestius. "The bishop ...
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Proceedings after the Council of Milan.
... Chapter II. 4. Proceedings after the Council of Milan. Are they then satisfied
with all this, and content to be quiet for the future? ...
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A Work on the Proceedings of Pelagius. Extract from Augustin's " ...
... a work on the proceedings of pelagius. Extract from Augustin's "Retractations,".
Book II. Chap.45, On the Following Treatise,. "De gestis pelagii.". ...
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A Portion of the Proceedings of the Synod of Palestine in the ...
... Chapter 12 [XI.]"A Portion of the Proceedings of the Synod of Palestine in the Cause
of Pelagius. ... [1941] Compare On the Proceedings of Pelagius, chs. 16, 23. ...
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Proceedings of Macedonius in Mantinium. His Removal from his See ...
... Book IV. Chapter XXI."Proceedings of Macedonius in Mantinium. His Removal from his
See when he attempted to remove the Coffin of Constantine the Great. ...
/.../chapter xxi proceedings of macedonius in.htm

Proceedings (2 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Proceedings (2 Occurrences). Acts 19:40 For in
connexion with to-day's proceedings there is danger of our ...
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Report (127 Occurrences)
... 11. (vi) To furnish in writing an account of a speech, the proceedings at a meeting,
the particulars of an occurrence, etc., for publication. 12. ...
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Record (71 Occurrences)
... to write or enter in a book or on parchment, for the purpose of preserving authentic
evidence of; to register; to enroll; as, to record the proceedings of a ...
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Orator (3 Occurrences)
... 2. (n.) In equity proceedings, one who prays for relief; a petitioner. 3.
(n.) A plaintiff, or complainant, in a bill in chancery. ...
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Arrest (22 Occurrences)
... Of the matters considered in this article, the arrest of Jesus and the proceedings
before Annas, Caiaphas and the Sanhedrin took place professedly under Jewish ...
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Trial (45 Occurrences)
... Of the matters considered in this article, the arrest of Jesus and the proceedings
before Annas, Caiaphas and the Sanhedrin took place professedly under Jewish ...
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Proceeding (18 Occurrences)

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Proceeds (20 Occurrences)

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Discomfiture (6 Occurrences)
... punishment through the courts. Peter does not speak of Iegal proceedings
against the Christians by the magistrates. On the contrary ...
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Marriage (74 Occurrences)
... without the wife's consent (Genesis 16:2). 3. Wedding Ceremonies: There is a
disappointing uncertainty as to the exact ceremonies or proceedings connected with ...
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