7.8.24

Paul charged us not to quarrel about words, Greek words, Hebrew words English nor Mandarin words

2 Timothy 2:14

Remind them of these things, and charge them before God not to quarrel about words, which does no good, but only ruins the hearers.


2 Timothy 2:24

And the Lord's servant must not be quarrelsome but kind to everyone, able to teach, patiently enduring evil,


It is not our place to argue about words—Greek, Hebrew, English, Mandarin.

we should focus on the underlying meaning or message rather than getting caught up in the specific language or terminology used.

The content of a message is more significant than the language used to convey it. Disagreements about the exact wording or translation can be counterproductive and distract from the core message.

This principle is often applied in religious, philosophical, and academic contexts where understanding the underlying concepts is crucial. It also has relevance in everyday life, encouraging open-mindedness and effective communication.




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