The term "uncondemned" refers to a state of being free from condemnation or judgment, particularly in a legal or moral sense. In the biblical context, it often pertains to the idea of being justified or declared righteous before God, without the burden of guilt or penalty for sin. This concept is central to Christian theology, emphasizing the grace and mercy of God through faith in Jesus Christ.

Biblical References:

1. Acts 22:25-29 : The Apostle Paul, when about to be flogged, asserts his rights as a Roman citizen, questioning the legality of punishing him "uncondemned." The passage states: "But as they stretched him out to strap him down, Paul said to the centurion standing there, 'Is it lawful for you to flog a Roman citizen who is uncondemned?' When the centurion heard this, he went to the commander and reported it. 'What are you going to do?' he said. 'This man is a Roman citizen.' The commander went to Paul and asked, 'Tell me, are you a Roman citizen?' 'Yes,' he answered. The commander replied, 'I paid a high price for my citizenship.' 'But I was born a citizen,' Paul replied. Then those who were about to interrogate him withdrew immediately. The commander himself was alarmed when he realized that he had put Paul, a Roman citizen, in chains."

This account highlights the legal protections afforded to Roman citizens, emphasizing the importance of due process and the injustice of punishing someone without a formal condemnation.

2. Romans 8:1 : The Apostle Paul writes about the spiritual state of believers in Christ, stating: "Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus." This verse underscores the theological principle that through faith in Jesus, believers are considered uncondemned before God. The sacrificial death and resurrection of Christ provide the means by which believers are justified, absolved from the guilt and penalty of sin.

Theological Significance:

The concept of being uncondemned is foundational to the doctrine of justification by faith. It reflects the belief that through the atoning work of Jesus Christ, believers are acquitted of their sins and declared righteous in the sight of God. This state of being uncondemned is not based on human merit or works but is a gift of grace received through faith.

In the broader biblical narrative, the idea of being uncondemned is linked to themes of redemption, forgiveness, and reconciliation. It assures believers of their secure standing before God, free from the fear of eternal judgment. This assurance is a source of profound peace and confidence, encouraging believers to live in accordance with God's will, empowered by the Holy Spirit.

Practical Implications:

For Christians, understanding their uncondemned status in Christ has practical implications for daily living. It encourages a life of gratitude, obedience, and service, motivated by love rather than fear of punishment. It also fosters a spirit of humility and compassion, recognizing that all have sinned and are in need of God's grace.

Furthermore, the assurance of being uncondemned empowers believers to approach God with confidence in prayer and worship, knowing they are accepted and loved. It also provides a foundation for extending grace and forgiveness to others, reflecting the mercy they have received.

In summary, the concept of being uncondemned is a profound aspect of Christian faith, offering believers assurance of their standing before God and inspiring a life of faithfulness and love.178. akatakritos -- uncondemned
... uncondemned. Part of Speech: Adjective Transliteration: akatakritos Phonetic Spelling:
(ak-at-ak'-ree-tos) Short Definition: uncondemned Definition: uncondemned ...
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176. akatagnostos -- not to be condemned, beyond reproach
... reproach. Part of Speech: Adjective Transliteration: akatagnostos Phonetic Spelling:
(ak-at-ag'-noce-tos) Short Definition: uncondemned, unimpeachable Definition ...
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Acts xvi. 25, 26
... But Paul said unto them, they have beaten us openly uncondemned, being Romans, and
have cast us into prison; and now do they thrust as out privily? ...
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Pontius Pilate
... his acts of insolence, his rapine, and his habit of insulting people; his cruelty,
and his continual murders of people untried and uncondemned, and his never ...
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Being Easily Entreated
... scourge Paul unlawfully, his only assertion of his rights was to quietly ask, "Is
it lawful for you to scourge a man that is a Roman, and uncondemned?" (Acts 22 ...
/.../naylor/heart talks/talk thirty-one being easily entreated.htm

On Baptism.
... since it is for remission of sins that ye have been called; but that, when the grace
is to be given, your conscience being found uncondemned may concur with ...
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Jesus Led Back from the Court of Herod to that of Pilate.
... The enemies of Jesus were perfectly infuriated at being obliged to take Jesus back,
still uncondemned, to Pilate, who had so many times declared his innocence. ...
/.../the dolorous passion of our lord jesus christ/chapter xxi jesus led back.htm

Calvary
... Not a few women are in the crowd that follow the Uncondemned to His cruel death.
Their attention is fixed upon Jesus. Some of them have seen Him before. ...
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Acts xxi. 39, 40
... Here he awes the tribune by the name of his city. And again, elsewhere he said,
"Openly, uncondemned, Romans as we are, they have cast us into prison." (ch. ...
/.../chrysostom/homilies on acts and romans/homily xlvii acts xxi 39.htm

Acts xxii. 17-20
... as they bound him with thongs, [1074] Paul said unto the centurion that stood by,
Is it lawful for you to scourge a man that is a Roman and uncondemned?" (v.25 ...
/.../chrysostom/homilies on acts and romans/homily xlviii acts xxii 17-20.htm

Rome Protects Paul
... And as they bound him with thongs, Paul said unto the centurion that stood by, Is
it lawful for you to scourge a man that is a Roman, and uncondemned? 26. ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture the acts/rome protects paul.htm

Paul Before the Council.
... But as they bound him with thongs, Paul said unto the centurion that stood by, Is
it lawful for you to scourge a man that is a Roman, and uncondemned?" The law ...
/.../dick/lectures on the acts of the apostles/lecture xxvi paul before the.htm

Uncondemned (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Uncondemned (1 Occurrence). Acts 22:25 And as
they bound him with thongs, Paul said unto the centurion ...
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Captain (167 Occurrences)
... In the case of Paul and Silas they placed themselves in peril of removal from their
office by ordering them to be beaten, being Romans and uncondemned. ...
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Unconscious (3 Occurrences)

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Unconcerned (2 Occurrences)

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Flog (7 Occurrences)
... tied him up with the straps, Paul said to the Captain who stood by, "Does the Law
permit you to flog a Roman citizen--and one too who is uncondemned?" (WEY NIV ...
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Menelaus
... himself and secure the execution of "those hapless men, who, if they had pleaded
even before Scythians, would have been discharged uncondemned" (2 Maccabees 4 ...
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Permit (36 Occurrences)
... had tied him up with the straps, Paul said to the Captain who stood by, "Does the
Law permit you to flog a Roman citizen--and one too who is uncondemned?" (WEY ...
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Citizen (9 Occurrences)
... tied him up with the straps, Paul said to the Captain who stood by, "Does the Law
permit you to flog a Roman citizen--and one too who is uncondemned?" (WEY RSV ...
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Stretching (84 Occurrences)
... Acts 22:25 And as he was stretching him with the thongs, Paul said unto the centurion
who was standing by, 'A man, a Roman, uncondemned -- is it lawful to you ...
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