In the context of the Bible, "questionings" often refers to the act of inquiring or doubting, particularly in matters of faith and doctrine. The term can encompass both sincere inquiries seeking understanding and skeptical challenges that may lead to disputes or confusion.

Biblical References:

1. 1 Timothy 1:4 : "or devote themselves to myths and endless genealogies, which promote speculation rather than the stewardship of God’s work, which is by faith." Here, the Apostle Paul warns Timothy against engaging in "endless genealogies" and myths that lead to speculation. The term "speculation" can be understood as fruitless questionings that detract from the core message of the Gospel and the work of God, which is grounded in faith.

2. Titus 3:9 : "But avoid foolish controversies, genealogies, arguments, and quarrels about the Law, because these are unprofitable and useless." Paul advises Titus to steer clear of "foolish controversies" and arguments, which can be seen as a form of questionings that are unproductive and do not contribute to spiritual growth or understanding.

3. Luke 5:22 : "Knowing what they were thinking, Jesus replied, 'Why do you question this in your hearts?'" In this passage, Jesus addresses the questionings of the Pharisees and teachers of the law who doubted His authority to forgive sins. Their internal questionings reveal a skepticism and hardness of heart that Jesus often encountered in His ministry.

Theological Implications:

Questionings in the Bible can serve as a double-edged sword. On one hand, sincere questioning can lead to deeper understanding and stronger faith. On the other hand, questionings that stem from doubt or a desire to challenge divine authority can lead to division and a departure from sound doctrine.

Faith and Understanding:

The Bible encourages believers to seek wisdom and understanding. In James 1:5 , it is written, "If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him." This suggests that God welcomes sincere questions that seek truth and understanding, as long as they are asked in faith.

Warnings Against Fruitless Questionings:

The New Testament frequently warns against engaging in questionings that lead to disputes and division. Such questionings are often linked to false teachings and distractions from the core message of the Gospel. In 2 Timothy 2:23 , Paul advises, "But reject foolish and ignorant speculation, for you know that it breeds quarreling."

Role of Questionings in Spiritual Growth:

While the Bible cautions against certain types of questionings, it also acknowledges the role of inquiry in spiritual growth. Acts 17:11 commends the Bereans for examining the Scriptures daily to see if what Paul said was true. This demonstrates a noble form of questioning that seeks to affirm and deepen one's faith.

Conclusion:

In summary, questionings in the biblical sense can either be a tool for growth or a stumbling block, depending on the intent and nature of the inquiry. Believers are encouraged to seek wisdom and understanding through sincere questions while avoiding those that lead to fruitless disputes and division.

Boyish Questionings.
... Homily I. Chapter I."Boyish Questionings. I Clement, being a Roman citizen,
[900] even from my earliest youth was able to live ...
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1 Timothy vi. 7-Feb
... But from questionings and strifes of words nothing can be discovered. ... [1300]. "Faith,"
which is opposed to questionings. "Love," patience, meekness. Ver.12. ...
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Of the Knowledge of Truth
... 2. And what have we to do with talk about genus and species! He to whom the
Eternal Word speaketh is free from multiplied questionings. ...
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'In that Day'
... Christian life. My brother, are they in any degree the characteristics of yours?
I. Note then, first, the end of questionings. 'In that ...
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As in a Race Saw I the Disputers, the Children of Strife, [Trying] ...
... The Son, Who is too subtle for the mind, did they seek to feel: and the Holy Ghost
Who cannot be explored, they thought to explore with their questionings. ...
/.../ephraim/hymns and homilies of ephraim the syrian/hymn vii as in a.htm

The Necessity of Divine Influences.
... The careful investigations, the persevering questionings and cross-questionings,
by which, before a human tribunal, the wilful and unrepenting criminal is ...
/.../shedd/sermons to the natural man/the necessity of divine influences.htm

The Transfiguration.
... Twelve; as He heard what hitherto He could only have gathered from casual expressions,
from wistful awe-struck looks, from overheard questionings and debatings ...
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Alive or Dead --Which?
... when we discourse upon the work of the Holy Spirit, there are certain weak and
uninstructed brethren who straightway fall into questionings and despondencies ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 13 1867/alive or deadwhich.htm

Have Long Pondered
... So I purposely use brevity and wrap up the ideas I draw from the deep questionings
of philosophy in new and unaccustomed words which speak only to you and to ...
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The Trinity is one God
... So I purposely use brevity and wrap up the ideas I draw from the deep questionings
of philosophy in new and unaccustomed words which speak only to you and to ...
/.../boethius/the theological tractates/the trinity is one god.htm

Questionings (8 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Questionings (8 Occurrences). ... Luke 24:38 but He said to
them, "Why such alarm? And why are there such questionings in your minds? ...
/q/questionings.htm - 8k

Lists (6 Occurrences)
... 1 Timothy 1:4 Or to give attention to stories and long lists of generations, from
which come questionings and doubts, in place of God's ordered way of life ...
/l/lists.htm - 8k

Generations (148 Occurrences)
... 1 Timothy 1:4 Or to give attention to stories and long lists of generations, from
which come questionings and doubts, in place of God's ordered way of life ...
/g/generations.htm - 40k

Arguments (29 Occurrences)
... named; (BBE NAS). 2 Timothy 2:23 But refuse foolish and ignorant questionings,
knowing that they generate strife. (See NIV). Titus 1 ...
/a/arguments.htm - 14k

Stupid (20 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Stupid (20 Occurrences). 2 Timothy 2:23 But refuse foolish
and ignorant questionings, knowing that they generate strife. (See RSV NIV) ...
/s/stupid.htm - 11k

Strife (71 Occurrences)
... witnesses. (YLT). 2 Timothy 2:23 But refuse foolish and ignorant questionings,
knowing that they generate strife. (WEB KJV ASV YLT). ...
/s/strife.htm - 27k

Questioning (65 Occurrences)
... (BBE). Philippians 2:14 Do all things without murmurings and questionings: (Root
in ASV RSV). Genesis 24:47 And questioning her, I said, Whose daughter are you? ...
/q/questioning.htm - 24k

Minds (137 Occurrences)
... spoken! (WEY). Luke 24:38 but He said to them, "Why such alarm? And why
are there such questionings in your minds? (WEY NIV). Luke ...
/m/minds.htm - 36k

Foolish (259 Occurrences)
... 2 Timothy 2:23 But refuse foolish and ignorant questionings, knowing that they
generate strife. (WEB KJV WEY ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS NIV). ...
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