In the context of the Bible, "regulation" refers to the laws, commandments, statutes, and ordinances given by God to His people. These divine instructions are intended to guide the moral, spiritual, and social conduct of individuals and communities, ensuring that they live in accordance with God's will.

Old Testament Regulations

The Old Testament is replete with regulations that were given to the Israelites through Moses. These are primarily found in the Pentateuch, particularly in the books of Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy. The regulations cover various aspects of life, including worship, civil justice, dietary laws, and personal conduct.

One of the most significant collections of regulations is the Ten Commandments, found in Exodus 20:1-17 and Deuteronomy 5:6-21. These commandments serve as a moral foundation for the Israelites and include directives such as honoring one's parents, refraining from murder, and keeping the Sabbath holy.

Leviticus is another key book that details numerous regulations concerning ceremonial purity, sacrifices, and priestly duties. For example, Leviticus 19:2 states, "Speak to the entire assembly of Israel and tell them: ‘Be holy because I, the LORD your God, am holy.’" This verse underscores the call to holiness that permeates the regulations given to Israel.

New Testament Perspective

In the New Testament, Jesus Christ affirms the importance of God's regulations but also emphasizes the spirit behind the law. In Matthew 5:17, Jesus declares, "Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I have not come to abolish them but to fulfill them." This fulfillment is understood as bringing the law to its intended purpose and revealing its deeper meaning.

The Apostle Paul addresses the role of regulations in the life of believers, particularly in relation to the Mosaic Law. In Galatians 3:24-25, Paul explains, "So the law became our guardian to lead us to Christ, that we might be justified by faith. But now that faith has come, we are no longer under a guardian." Here, Paul highlights that while the law served a crucial role in guiding people to Christ, faith in Jesus supersedes the need for adherence to the ceremonial aspects of the law.

Purpose and Function

The regulations in the Bible serve several purposes. They are a means of maintaining order and justice within the community, as seen in the civil laws given to Israel. They also function as a way to set God's people apart from surrounding nations, emphasizing their unique covenant relationship with Him.

Moreover, the regulations are a reflection of God's character, revealing His holiness, justice, and love. They are designed to lead individuals into a deeper relationship with God and to promote a society that mirrors His righteousness.

Contemporary Application

For contemporary believers, the regulations of the Bible continue to hold significance. While Christians are not bound by the ceremonial laws of the Old Testament, the moral principles underlying these regulations remain relevant. The teachings of Jesus and the apostles provide guidance on how to live out these principles in a way that honors God and reflects His kingdom values.

In summary, biblical regulations are an integral part of God's revelation to humanity, providing a framework for living a life that is pleasing to Him and beneficial to others.1. (n.) The act of regulating, or the state of being regulated.

2. (n.) A rule or order prescribed for management or government; prescription; a regulating principle; a governing direction; precept; law; as, the regulations of a society or a school.

2583. kanon -- a rule, standard
... a rule, standard. Part of Speech: Noun, Masculine Transliteration: kanon Phonetic
Spelling: (kan-ohn') Short Definition: rule, regulation, province Definition ...
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3551. nomos -- that which is assigned, hence usage, law
... a primary nemo (to parcel out, especially food or grazing to animals); law (through
the idea of prescriptive usage), genitive case (regulation), specially, (of ...
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1778. entalma -- an injunction, ie religious precept
... noun) -- a command, focusing on the of following the directive to its end
(consummation), like the negative effects of following an ill-advised regulation. ...
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4941. mishpat -- judgment
... 1), mode of life (1), order (1), ordinance (29), ordinances (79), plan (1), plans
(1), practice (1), procedure (4), properly (2), regulation (1), right (8 ...
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548. amanah -- faith, support
... agreement. Word Origin from aman Definition faith, support NASB Word Usage
agreement (1), firm regulation (1). certain portion, sure. ...
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3791. kethab -- a writing
... Word Origin from kathab Definition a writing NASB Word Usage decree (1), edict
(2), letter (1), register (1), registration* (2), regulation (1), script (4 ...
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Article xi: of Confession.
... But they add a correction in reference to confession, namely, that the regulation
headed, Omnis Utriusque, be observed, and that both annual confession be made ...
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The Falsity of the General Opinion Respecting Fate is Proved by ...
... The great majority, however, in their folly, ascribe the regulation of the universe
to nature, while some imagine fate, or accident, [3390] to be the cause. ...
/.../pamphilius/the life of constantine/chapter vi the falsity of the.htm

The Imperial Sacra.
... to direct all our Roman Commonwealth into the ways of unity and concord; and more
especially have we been solicitous concerning the right regulation of the ...
/.../schaff/the seven ecumenical councils/the imperial sacra.htm

Bishop Hosius Said: this Also, I Think, Follows, That...
... the Court. All the Bishops made answer that such was their pleasure and
that the regulation was most proper. (Latin.). This also ...
/.../schaff/the seven ecumenical councils/canon ix bishop hosius said .htm

Legislation Concerning Public Worship in the Period Subsequent to ...
... the Assembly of 1690, which was largely composed of those whose sympathies were
with the Protesters, no action whatever was taken for the regulation of public ...
/.../johnston/presbyterian worship/chapter vii legislation concerning public.htm

Letter viii. To Demophilus, Therapeutes. About Minding Ones Own ...
... For, if want of order, and want of regulation, is a departure from the most Divine
institutions and decrees, it is not reasonable that the divinely transmitted ...
/.../letters of dionysius the areopagite/letter viii to demophilus therapeutes.htm

The Westminster Assembly and the Directory of Worship.
... It was a part of their creed to object to any regulation of public worship, and
even to many of the simplest ceremonies which had hitherto been retained by the ...
/.../johnston/presbyterian worship/chapter vi the westminster assembly.htm

Methodist Book Concern
... At this General Conference, on the recommendation of Mr. Cooper, the term of service
in the agency was limited to eight years, a regulation which was afterward ...
/.../chapter 16 methodist book concern.htm

Pastoral and Personal
... Christ. 3. The order and regulation of public worship (ch.2). (a) Prayer,
for those in authority and for all men. (b) Instruction. ...
/.../sell/bible studies in the life of paul/study x pastoral and personal.htm

Chapter ix
... to the altered conditions that prevail since the Flood, or at least they govern
situations that are the outgrowth of sin and definitely require regulation. ...
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Regulation (6 Occurrences)
... the regulations of a society or a school. Multi-Version Concordance Regulation
(6 Occurrences). Hebrews 7:16 who has been made, not ...
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Sabbatical (1 Occurrence)
... Its connection with the day of rest (Sabbath) is obvious, although it strikes us
as somewhat remarkable that in Exodus 23:10-12 the regulation regarding the ...
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Order (809 Occurrences)
... 8. (n.) That which prescribes a method of procedure; a rule or regulation made
by competent authority; as, the rules and orders of the senate. ...
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Year (4027 Occurrences)
... The primary object of this regulation was, of course, the reversion of all hereditary
property to the family which originally possessed it, and the ...
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Ordinance (89 Occurrences)
... 2. (n.) A rule established by authority; a permanent rule of action; a statute,
law, regulation, rescript, or accepted usage; an edict or decree; esp., a local ...
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Disposal (4 Occurrences)
... 2. (n.) Ordering; regulation; adjustment; management; government; direction.
3. (n.) Regulation of the fate, condition, application ...
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Jubilee (25 Occurrences)
... The primary object of this regulation was, of course, the reversion of all hereditary
property to the family which originally possessed it, and the ...
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Code (6 Occurrences)
... 2. (n.) Any system of rules or regulations relating to one subject; as, the medical
code, a system of rules for the regulation of the professional conduct of ...
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Family (438 Occurrences)
... the heart. It is an attempt at regulation in man. It ... the spirit. Its purpose
seems not regulation of man in society but in himself. So ...
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Regulations (37 Occurrences)

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