Definition and Meaning:
The term "truthful" refers to the quality of being in accordance with fact or reality, characterized by honesty and integrity. In a biblical context, being truthful is not only about speaking the truth but also living in a manner that reflects God's truth. It is a fundamental attribute of God's character and a virtue that believers are called to emulate.

Biblical References:

1. God as the Source of Truth:
God is depicted as the ultimate source of truth in the Bible. In John 14:6, Jesus declares, "I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me." This statement underscores the belief that truth is personified in Jesus Christ, who is one with God.

2. The Importance of Truthfulness:
Truthfulness is emphasized throughout Scripture as a key aspect of righteous living. Proverbs 12:22 states, "Lying lips are detestable to the LORD, but those who deal faithfully are His delight." This verse highlights the value God places on honesty and integrity.

3. Truthfulness in Speech:
Believers are called to speak truthfully to one another. Ephesians 4:25 instructs, "Therefore each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to your neighbor, for we are all members of one body." This command reflects the importance of truthfulness in maintaining unity and trust within the Christian community.

4. Truthfulness in Action:
Truthfulness extends beyond words to actions. James 1:22 encourages believers to "be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves." This verse implies that living truthfully involves aligning one's actions with the teachings of Scripture.

5. The Role of the Holy Spirit:
The Holy Spirit is described as the "Spirit of truth" in John 16:13, guiding believers into all truth. This guidance helps Christians discern truth from falsehood and empowers them to live truthfully.

6. Consequences of Falsehood:
The Bible warns of the consequences of deceit and falsehood. Revelation 21:8 lists liars among those who will face judgment, stating, "But the cowardly, the unbelieving, the vile, the murderers, the sexually immoral, those who practice magic arts, the idolaters and all liars—they will be consigned to the fiery lake of burning sulfur. This is the second death."

7. Truthfulness as a Reflection of God's Character:
Believers are called to reflect God's character, which includes His truthfulness. Numbers 23:19 affirms, "God is not a man, that He should lie, nor a son of man, that He should change His mind. Does He speak and not act? Does He promise and not fulfill?" This verse reassures believers of God's unwavering truthfulness and reliability.

Practical Application:
Living truthfully involves a commitment to honesty in all areas of life, including personal relationships, business dealings, and spiritual practices. It requires a heart aligned with God's truth and a willingness to stand for truth even when it is unpopular or challenging. Christians are encouraged to seek the Holy Spirit's guidance in discerning truth and to cultivate a lifestyle that honors God through truthful living.(a.) Full of truth; veracious; reliable.893. apseudes -- free from falsehood
... Part of Speech: Adjective Transliteration: apseudes Phonetic Spelling:
(aps-yoo-dace') Short Definition: not guilty of falsehood, truthful Definition: ...
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227. alethes -- true.
... alethes Phonetic Spelling: (al-ay-thace') Short Definition: unconcealed, true
Definition: unconcealed, true, true in fact, worthy of credit, truthful. ...
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228. alethinos -- true.
... NASB Word Usage sincere (1), true (26), true one (1). true. From alethes; truthful --
true. see GREEK alethes. (alethinai) -- 3 Occurrences. ...
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571. emeth -- firmness, faithfulness, truth
... 2), faithfully (6), faithfulness (10), lasting (1), nor* (1), right (1), true (18),
truly (4), truth (80), truth that you may correctly (1), truthful (2). ...
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Argument: Octavius Arranges his Reply, and Trusts that He Shall be ...
... Chapter XVI."Argument: Octavius Arranges His Reply, and Trusts that He Shall Be
Able to Dilute the Bitterness of Reproach with the River of Truthful Words. ...
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Faustus Rejects the Old Testament Because it Leaves no Room for ...
... Unless thy true and truthful Bridegroom, from whose side thou wert made, had obtained
the remission of sins through His own real blood, the gulf of error would ...
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Impressive Phrases
... final. accurate, precise, exact, and truthful. active, alert, vigorous, and industrious. ...
superficial. faithful, truthful, loyal, and trustworthy. ...
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Hence is Also that which Thou Hast Mentioned that they Speak Of...
... that very word in which liars too greatly delight, that they may with impunity lie:
as if every thing that is feigned is a lie, whereas in a truthful way, for ...
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There are Some Things of this Sort Even of Our Saviour in the ...
... on this account feign that He knew not, that He might signify somewhat else by that
His seeming ignorance: and since this signification was truthful, it was ...
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Commandment Third. On Avoiding Falsehood, and on the Repentance of ...
... Love the truth, and let nothing but truth proceed from your mouth, [159] that the
spirit which God has placed in your flesh may be found truthful before all men ...
/.../the pastor books first second third/commandment third on avoiding falsehood.htm

Petilianus Said: "Or if any one Chance to Recollect the Chants of ...
... of the sacrament alone, as was the high priest Caiaphas, the persecutor of the one
most true Priest, then even though he himself be not truthful, yet what he ...
/.../chapter 30 68 petilianus.htm

Chapter seven
... "What?". "Do you want me to be absolutely truthful?". "Of course.". ... "Will you tell
me why?" He asked the question as if he had a right to a truthful answer. ...
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'The Girdle of Truth'
... truth our own, and are faithfully applying it to the details of daily life and
submitting our whole selves to its operation, we shall be truthful and shall ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture ephesians peter/the girdle of truth.htm

The Present Life as Related to the Future.
... the obstinate unbelievers will, it may be hoped, not be the conclusion of their
history."[1] But can we suppose that such a sincere, such a truthful and such a ...
/.../shedd/sermons to the natural man/the present life as related.htm

Truthful (12 Occurrences)
...Truthful (12 Occurrences). ... Ephesians 4:24 and your having put on the new man, which
according to God is created in truthful righteousness and holiness. (DBY). ...
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God's (602 Occurrences)
... Matthew 22:16 So they sent to Him their disciples together with the Herodians; who
said, "Teacher, we know that you are truthful and that you faithfully teach ...
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Honest (34 Occurrences)
... by integrity or fairness and straight/forwardness in conduct, thought, speech, etc.;
upright; just; equitable; trustworthy; truthful; sincere; free from fraud ...
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Freed (32 Occurrences)
... (WEB). Revelation 1:5 and from Jesus Christ, the truthful witness, the first of
the dead to be born to Life, and the Ruler of the kings of the earth. ...
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Faithfully (27 Occurrences)
... Matthew 22:16 So they sent to Him their disciples together with the Herodians; who
said, "Teacher, we know that you are truthful and that you faithfully teach ...
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Testifies (19 Occurrences)
... It testifies to my face. (WEB NAS RSV NIV). Proverbs 12:17 He who is truthful
testifies honestly, but a false witness lies. (WEB). ...
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Truthfully (3 Occurrences)

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Rabbi (51 Occurrences)
... "Rabbi," they said, "we know that you are a truthful man and you do not fear any
one; for you do not recognize human distinctions, but teach God's way truly. ...
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Recognize (52 Occurrences)
... "Rabbi," they said, "we know that you are a truthful man and you do not fear any
one; for you do not recognize human distinctions, but teach God's way truly. ...
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Rank (42 Occurrences)
... Matthew 22:16 So they sent to Him their disciples together with the Herodians; who
said, "Teacher, we know that you are truthful and that you faithfully teach ...
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