In the context of the Bible, the term "rude" is often associated with behavior that is disrespectful, impolite, or lacking in the consideration of others. While the specific word "rude" may not frequently appear in many translations, the concept is addressed through various teachings and examples throughout Scripture.

Biblical References and Teachings:

1. 1 Corinthians 13:5 · In the famous passage on love, the Apostle Paul describes the characteristics of love, stating, "It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no account of wrongs." . Here, rudeness is contrasted with the nature of true love, which is considerate and respectful of others.

2. Ephesians 4:29 · Paul advises the believers in Ephesus, "Let no unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building up the one in need and bringing grace to those who listen." . This verse underscores the importance of speech that edifies rather than offends, aligning with the avoidance of rudeness.

3. Proverbs 15:1 · "A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger." . This proverb highlights the power of words and the importance of responding with gentleness rather than rudeness, which can provoke conflict.

4. Colossians 4:6 · "Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone." . The call for gracious speech implies a rejection of rudeness, promoting communication that is thoughtful and respectful.

Examples of Rude Behavior in Scripture:

· Nabal's Disrespect: In 1 Samuel 25, Nabal's rude and dismissive response to David's men exemplifies a lack of courtesy and respect. His behavior nearly leads to disaster for his household, illustrating the potential consequences of rudeness.

· The Pharisees' Attitude: Throughout the Gospels, the Pharisees often display rudeness in their interactions with Jesus, marked by a lack of respect and an accusatory tone. Their behavior serves as a cautionary example of how pride and self-righteousness can manifest as rudeness.

Christian Conduct and Rudeness:

The Bible consistently encourages believers to exhibit behavior that reflects the character of Christ, which includes being courteous and respectful. Rudeness is seen as contrary to the fruit of the Spirit, which includes kindness, gentleness, and self-control (Galatians 5:22-23). Christians are called to be ambassadors of Christ, representing Him through their actions and words, which should be marked by love and respect for others.

In summary, while the Bible may not frequently use the term "rude," the principles and teachings within Scripture clearly advocate for behavior that is considerate and respectful, aligning with the character of Christ and the call to love one's neighbor.Rude

2 Corinthians 11:6, Artless and unpolished.

1. (superl.) Characterized by roughness; unpolished; raw; lacking delicacy or refinement; coarse.

2. (superl.) Unformed by taste or skill; not nicely finished; not smoothed or polished; -- said especially of material things; as, rude workmanship.

3. (superl.) of the like.

4. (superl.) Violent; tumultuous; boisterous; inclement; harsh; severe; -- said of the weather, of storms, and the like; as, the rude winter.

5. (superl.) Barbarous; fierce; bloody; impetuous; -- said of war, conflict, and the like; as, the rude shock of armies.

6. (superl.) Not finished or complete; inelegant; lacking chasteness or elegance; not in good taste; unsatisfactory in mode of treatment; -- said of literature, language, style, and the like.

RUDE

rood: Not "impolite" in English Versions of the Bible (except perhaps 2 Maccabees 12:14), but "untrained," "ignorant"; compare the modern phrase, "a rude drawing." So Sirach 8:4 (apaideutos) and 2 Corinthians 11:6 (idiotes, `though I lack technical training in rhetoric'); compare the King James Version and the Revised Version margin Sirach 21:24.

2399. idiotes -- a private or unskilled person
... ignorant, rude, unlearned. From idios; a private person, ie (by implication) an
ignoramus (compare "idiot") -- ignorant, rude, unlearned. see GREEK idios. ...
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2895. krabattos -- a camp bed
... 2895 -- a small bed used by the poor; "" () a rude pallet made of thick padded quilt
or mat" (M. Vincent); "a Macedonian word (Lat ) for a bed, pallet, or ...
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How the Rude in Sacred Learning, and those who are Learned but not ...
... ROME, Chapter XXIV. How the rude in sacred learning, and those who are learned
but not humble, are to be admonished. (Admonition 25 ...
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By this You May See who are the Rude and Barbarous Indians: for ...
... THE THIRD CENTURY 12 By this you may see who are the rude and barbarous Indians:
For verily there is no savage nation under the cope of Heaven. ...
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The Blind Watchers at the Cross
... These rude soldiers, four in number, as we infer from John's Gospel, had no doubt
joined with their comrades in the coarse mockery which preceded the sad ...
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Dream and Reality
... Many an English traveller and settler among rude people has been similarly honoured. ...
Are we to listen to the rude solution which says, 'All lies alike'? ...
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Christ and his Captors
... It may have been the same in kind as the ascendency which a pure and calm
nature has over rude and inferior ones. It may have been ...
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The Priest of the World and King of Men
... And so, feeling that, and feeling it, as I believe, not because they are rude and
barbarous, but because, though rude and barbarous, they still preserve some ...
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In the High Priest's Palace
... swept it away. They save from remorse, which has no healing in it. II.
We have the rude taunts of the servants. The mockery here ...
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2 Cor. xi. 1
... [3.] Ver.6. "But though I be rude in speech, yet am I not in knowledge.".
For since those that corrupted the Corinthians had the ...
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Watching unto God in the Night Season
... Nature hushed in slumber sweet,. No rude noise mine ears assailing,. Now my God
and I can meet: ... I have ears for none but love. Me they rude esteem, and foolish,. ...
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One Day when Old Diamond was Standing with his Nose in his Bag ...
... The words sounded rude, but the girl's face looked so simple that the gentleman
saw she did not mean to be rude, and became still more interested in her. ...
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Rude (2 Occurrences)
... 2. (superl.) Unformed by taste or skill; not nicely finished; not smoothed or polished;
-- said especially of material things; as, rude workmanship. ...RUDE. ...
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Rough (24 Occurrences)
... 7. (n.) Not courteous or kind; harsh; rude; uncivil; as, a rough temper. ... 14. (n.)
Boisterous weather. 15. (n.) A rude fellow; a coarse bully; a rowdy. 16. ...
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Build (242 Occurrences)
... 1. Building Conditions: The building conditions existing at the time of the Hebrew
conquest were rude and untutored, and, with the exception of the work of the ...
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Building (249 Occurrences)
... 1. Building Conditions: The building conditions existing at the time of the Hebrew
conquest were rude and untutored, and, with the exception of the work of the ...
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Rugged (7 Occurrences)
... persons. 5. (n.) Stormy; turbulent; tempestuous; rude. 6 ... etc. 8. (n.) Violent;
rude; boisterous; -- said of conduct, manners, etc. 9 ...
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Palace (194 Occurrences)
... "In the chambers which were occupied as guard-rooms," says Dr. Manning, "by the
praetorian troops on duty in the palace, a number of rude caricatures are found ...
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Soften (1 Occurrence)
... 5. (vt) To compose; to mitigate; to assuage. 6. (vt) To make less harsh, less rude,
less offensive, or less violent, or to render of an opposite quality. ...
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Images (158 Occurrences)
... of the Ancient Egyptians, 1905.) These rude and unshaped objects do not testify,
as was once supposed, to a lower form of religious development than when ...
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Ruddy (5 Occurrences)

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Canaan (102 Occurrences)
... Their sacred place was a double cave with which cup-marks in the rock were connected,
and their pottery was rude; some of it was ornamented with streaks of red ...
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