In the context of the Bible, the term "recognised" often pertains to the acknowledgment or identification of individuals, events, or divine truths. Recognition can occur in various forms, such as the recognition of God's authority, the identification of Jesus as the Messiah, or the acknowledgment of prophetic fulfillment.

Recognition of God's Authority

Throughout the Scriptures, the recognition of God's sovereignty and authority is a central theme. In the Old Testament, the Israelites are repeatedly called to recognize the Lord as their God. For instance, in Deuteronomy 4:39 , Moses exhorts the people, "Acknowledge and take to heart this day that the LORD is God in heaven above and on the earth below; there is no other." This recognition is not merely intellectual but involves a heartfelt acknowledgment that leads to obedience and worship.

Recognition of Jesus as the Messiah

The New Testament frequently addresses the recognition of Jesus Christ as the promised Messiah. This recognition is pivotal for the faith of believers. In the Gospel of John, the recognition of Jesus' divine identity is a recurring theme. John 1:29 records John the Baptist's declaration upon seeing Jesus, "Look, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!" This recognition by John the Baptist sets the stage for others to see Jesus as the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies.

The disciples' journey to recognizing Jesus' true nature is also significant. In Matthew 16:16 , Peter confesses, "You are the Christ, the Son of the living God." This moment of recognition is crucial, as it marks a turning point in the disciples' understanding of Jesus' mission and identity.

Recognition of Prophetic Fulfillment

The recognition of prophetic fulfillment is another important aspect of biblical recognition. The New Testament writers often point to the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies as evidence of Jesus' messianic role. In Luke 24:44 , Jesus himself explains to his disciples, "These are the words I spoke to you while I was still with you: Everything must be fulfilled that is written about Me in the Law of Moses, the Prophets, and the Psalms."

The recognition of these fulfillments serves to validate the claims of Jesus and the truth of the Gospel message. It also reinforces the continuity and coherence of God's redemptive plan throughout history.

Recognition in the Early Church

In the early church, recognition played a role in the establishment of authority and the spread of the Gospel. The apostles were recognized as authoritative leaders and witnesses of Jesus' resurrection. Acts 4:13 describes how the Sanhedrin recognized the boldness of Peter and John, noting that "they were unschooled, ordinary men, they were astonished and took note that these men had been with Jesus."

The recognition of spiritual gifts and callings within the church community is also evident. In 1 Corinthians 12, Paul discusses the diversity of gifts and the importance of recognizing and valuing each member's contribution to the body of Christ.

Conclusion

Recognition in the Bible encompasses a range of acknowledgments, from divine authority and messianic identity to prophetic fulfillment and spiritual gifts. This recognition is integral to the faith and practice of believers, shaping their understanding of God's work in the world and their role within the community of faith.

Jesus Recognised by all the Race.
... III The Lover Wooing (John i. 19-xii. 50) Jesus Recognised by all the
Race. And it is most striking to sit still and think into ...
/.../gordon/quiet talks on johns gospel/jesus recognised by all the.htm

Souls Can be Recognised in the Separate State, and are Immortal ...
... Against Heresies: Book II Chapter XXXIV."Souls can be recognised in the separate
state, and are immortal although they once had a beginning. ...
/.../irenaeus/against heresies/chapter xxxiv souls can be recognised.htm

And Whereas Celsus Ought to have Recognised the Love of Truth ...
... Chapter XLV. And whereas Celsus ought to have recognised the love of
truth displayed by the writers? And whereas Celsus ought ...
/.../origen/origen against celsus/chapter xlv and whereas celsus.htm

By Faith the Operation of God is Recognised.
... CHAPTER II. THE DIVINE ACTION WORKS UNCEASINGLY FOR THE SANCTIFICATION OF SOULS.
SECTION II."By Faith the Operation of God is recognised. ...
/.../abandonment to divine providence/section ii by faith the operation.htm

Recognition and Form Belong to Souls as Well as Bodies.
... He certainly recognised Lazarus; he did [not [2485] ] know Abraham. ... omit non; rightly,
one would think. The meaning then is: "He recognised Abraham.". ...
/.../augustine/anti-pelagian writings/chapter 21 xv recognition and form.htm

Epistle of Marcus Aurelius to the Senate in which He Testifies ...
... hail. And immediately we recognised the presence of God following on the
prayer "a God unconquerable and indestructible. Founding ...
/.../justin/the first apology of justin/epistle of marcus aurelius to.htm

Elucidations.
... The primacy conferred no authority over the sister Sees of Apostolic foundation,
and recognised no inequality among bishops, save those of such honorary ...
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The Law of Christian Conscience.
... can understand this. That charity and self-denial are right"this we see
recognised in almost every nation. But the boundaries ...
/.../robertson/sermons preached at brighton/xvi the law of christian.htm

Jesus Declares Himself.
... He who is thus felt to penetrate to the hidden acts, and to lay His hand upon the
deepest secrets of the heart, is recognised as in a personal connection with ...
/.../the expositors bible the gospel of st john vol i/x jesus declares himself.htm

The Brazen Serpent.
... And yet, strangely enough, in the very countries in which it was recognised as the
symbol of all that is deadly, it was also recognised as the symbol of life. ...
/.../the expositors bible the gospel of st john vol i/viii the brazen serpent.htm

Recognised (10 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Recognised (10 Occurrences). ... (DBY YLT). Mark 6:54 and they
having come forth out of the boat, immediately having recognised him, (YLT). ...
/r/recognised.htm - 9k

Unlettered (1 Occurrence)
... 4:13 But seeing the boldness of Peter and John, and perceiving that they were
unlettered and uninstructed men, they wondered; and they recognised them that ...
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Uninstructed (2 Occurrences)
... 4:13 But seeing the boldness of Peter and John, and perceiving that they were
unlettered and uninstructed men, they wondered; and they recognised them that ...
/u/uninstructed.htm - 7k

Recognising (3 Occurrences)

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Recognise (4 Occurrences)

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Entry (36 Occurrences)
... Acts 12:14 and having recognised the voice of Peter, through joy did not open the
entry, but running in, reported that Peter was standing before the entry. ...
/e/entry.htm - 18k

Disappeared (4 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Disappeared (4 Occurrences). Luke 24:31 And their eyes
were opened, and they recognised him. And he disappeared from them. (DBY NIV). ...
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Perceiving (25 Occurrences)
... 4:13 But seeing the boldness of Peter and John, and perceiving that they were
unlettered and uninstructed men, they wondered; and they recognised them that ...
/p/perceiving.htm - 13k

Multitudes (72 Occurrences)
... Mark 6:33 And the multitudes saw them going away, and many recognised him, and by
land from all the cities they ran thither, and went before them, and came ...
/m/multitudes.htm - 26k

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