Concordance
Differ (7 Occurrences)Romans 2:18
and know the supreme will, and can test things that differ--being a man who receives instruction from the Law--
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Romans 12:6
Having gifts differing according to the grace that was given to us, if prophecy, let us prophesy according to the proportion of our faith;
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1 Corinthians 4:7
For who makes you different? And what do you have that you didn't receive? But if you did receive it, why do you boast as if you had not received it?
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1 Corinthians 15:41
There is one glory of the sun, another glory of the moon, and another glory of the stars; for one star differs from another star in glory.
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Galatians 4:1
But I say that so long as the heir is a child, he is no different from a bondservant, though he is lord of all;
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Philippians 1:9
And it is my prayer that your love may be more and more accompanied by clear knowledge and keen perception, for testing things that differ,
(WEY)
Philippians 1:10
for your proving the things that differ, that ye may be pure and offenceless -- to a day of Christ,
(YLT)
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Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
1. (
v. i.) To be or stand apart; to disagree; to be unlike; to be distinguished; -- with from.
2. (v. i.) To be of unlike or opposite opinion; to disagree in sentiment; -- often with from or with.
3. (v. i.) To have a difference, cause of variance, or quarrel; to dispute; to contend.
4. (v. t.) To cause to be different or unlike; to set at variance.
Greek
1308. diaphero -- to carry through, carry about, to differ, make a ... ... to carry through, carry about, to
differ, make a difference, surpass. Part of Speech:
Verb Transliteration: diaphero Phonetic Spelling: (dee-af-er'-o) Short
... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/1308.htm - 8k1313. diaphoros -- varying, excellent
... Word Origin from diaphero Definition varying, excellent NASB Word Usage differ
(1), more excellent (2), various (1). differing, diverse, more excellent. ...
//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/1313.htm - 6k
1252. diakrino -- to distinguish, to judge
... from, or (by implication) oppose; figuratively, to discriminate (by implication,
decide), or (reflexively) hesitate -- contend, make (to) differ(-ence), discern ...
//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/1252.htm - 9k
3307. merizo -- to divide
... From meros; to part, ie (literally) to apportion, bestow, share, or (figuratively)
to disunite, differ -- deal, be difference between, distribute, divide, give ...
//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/3307.htm - 7k
Strong's Hebrew
914. badal -- to be divided, separate... A primitive root; to divide (in variation senses literally or figuratively, separate,
distinguish,
differ, select, etc.) -- (make, put) difference, divide
... /hebrew/914.htm - 6kLibrary
Whether the Beatitudes Differ from the virtues and Gifts?
... OF THE BEATITUDES (FOUR ARTICLES) Whether the beatitudes differ from the virtues
and gifts? ... Therefore the beatitudes do not differ from the virtues and gifts. ...
/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether the beatitudes differ from.htm
Whether the Angels Differ in Species?
... TREATISE ON THE ANGELS (QQ -64)OF THE SUBSTANCE OF THE ANGELS ABSOLUTELY CONSIDERED
(FIVE ARTICLES) Whether the angels differ in species? ...
/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether the angels differ in.htm
Whether the Gifts Differ from the virtues?
... OF THE GIFTS (EIGHT ARTICLES) Whether the Gifts differ from the virtues? Objection
1: It would seem that the gifts do not differ from the virtues. ...
/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether the gifts differ from.htm
Whether the Fruits Differ from the Beatitudes?
... OF THE FRUITS OF THE HOLY GHOST (FOUR ARTICLES) Whether the fruits differ from
the beatitudes? ... Therefore the fruits differ from the beatitudes. ...
/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether the fruits differ from.htm
Whether Sins Differ in Species According to their Objects?
... OF THE DISTINCTION OF SINS (NINE ARTICLES) Whether sins differ in species
according to their objects? Objection 1: It would seem ...
/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether sins differ in species.htm
In what Desire and Love Differ.
... Book IX. Chapter 8."In What Desire and Love Differ. [Conceived] therefore,
either by desire or by love: not that the creature ...
/.../augustine/on the holy trinity/chapter 8 in what desire and.htm
Whether Duties Differ According to their Actions?
... TREATISE ON THE STATES OF LIFE (QQ -189)OF MAN'S VARIOUS DUTIES AND STATES IN GENERAL
(FOUR ARTICLES) Whether duties differ according to their actions? ...
/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether duties differ according to.htm
Whether Sins Differ Specifically in Reference to their Causes?
... OF THE DISTINCTION OF SINS (NINE ARTICLES) Whether sins differ specifically
in reference to their causes? Objection 1: It would ...
/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether sins differ specifically in.htm
Whether Sins of Commission and Omission Differ Specifically?
... OF THE DISTINCTION OF SINS (NINE ARTICLES) Whether sins of commission and
omission differ specifically? Objection 1: It would seem ...
/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether sins of commission and.htm
Whether the Moral virtues Differ in Point of the Various Objects ...
... HOW THE MORAL VIRTUES DIFFER FROM ONE ANOTHER (FIVE ARTICLES) Whether the moral
virtues differ in point of the various objects of the passions? ...
/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether the moral virtues differ.htm
Thesaurus
Differ (7 Occurrences)...Differ (7 Occurrences). Romans 2:18 and know the supreme will, and can test things
that
differ--being a man who receives instruction from the Law-- (WEY BBE).
.../d/differ.htm - 8kDifference (19 Occurrences)
... 3. (n.) That by which one thing differs from another; that which distinguishes or
causes to differ; mark of distinction; characteristic quality; specific ...
/d/difference.htm - 13k
Adra
... Concerning the statements in this verse in Kings, archaeologists differ in some
important points, and it is a case in which a suspended judgment may be ...
/a/adra.htm - 9k
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... 2:15 Lamentations 5:18 Ezekiel 13:4); alopex (Matthew 8:20 Luke 9:58; Luke 13:32)):
The foxes of different parts of Europe and Western Asia differ more or less ...
/f/fox.htm - 13k
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... Nicanor was appointed governor of Judea on this occasion. Again 1 and 2 Maccabees
differ. According ... occasion. Again 1 and 2 Maccabees differ. ...
/n/nicanor.htm - 14k
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/a/anthropology.htm - 38k
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... Assuming that the book was written in a foreign land, opinions differ as to
which. The evidence seems to favor either Persia or Egypt. ...
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... sentences. In about two thousand instances in which the Samaritan and
the Jewish texts differ, the LXX. agrees with the former. ...
/s/samaritan.htm - 42k
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... 5, 6). (3) The names differ to a degree that is irreconcilable with our present
knowledge. ... (10) The accounts differ decidedly in the duration of the Flood. ...
/d/deluge.htm - 47k
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... 5, 6). (3) The names differ to a degree that is irreconcilable with our present
knowledge. ... (10) The accounts differ decidedly in the duration of the Flood. ...
/n/noah.htm - 66k
Topical Encyclopedia
The concept of "differ" in the Bible often relates to the distinctions and variations among individuals, gifts, and roles within the body of Christ, as well as the differences between the old and new covenants. The term underscores the diversity within unity that is a hallmark of the Christian faith.
1. Differing Gifts and Roles in the Body of ChristThe Apostle Paul addresses the idea of differing gifts and roles within the church in several of his epistles. In
Romans 12:6-8, Paul writes, "We have different gifts according to the grace given us. If one's gift is prophecy, let him use it in proportion to his faith; if it is serving, let him serve; if it is teaching, let him teach; if it is encouraging, let him encourage; if it is giving, let him give generously; if it is leading, let him lead with diligence; if it is showing mercy, let him do it cheerfully" (BSB). Here, Paul emphasizes that while believers have different gifts, each is essential for the functioning of the church as a whole.
Similarly, in
1 Corinthians 12:4-6, Paul states, "There are different gifts, but the same Spirit. There are different ministries, but the same Lord. There are different ways of working, but the same God works all things in all people" (BSB). This passage highlights the unity in diversity, where the same Spirit, Lord, and God empower various gifts and ministries.
2. Differing Roles in the Family and ChurchThe Bible also speaks to differing roles within the family and church.
Ephesians 5:22-33 outlines the roles of husbands and wives, where wives are called to submit to their husbands as to the Lord, and husbands are instructed to love their wives as Christ loved the church. This passage reflects a complementary view of gender roles, where differences are seen as part of God's design for harmony and order.
In the church,
1 Timothy 3:1-13 and
Titus 1:5-9 provide qualifications for elders and deacons, indicating differing roles and responsibilities within church leadership. These roles are not a matter of superiority or inferiority but are intended to ensure the effective governance and spiritual oversight of the church community.
3. Differing CovenantsThe Bible also distinguishes between the old and new covenants.
Hebrews 8:6-7 states, "But now Jesus has received a more excellent ministry, just as the covenant He mediates is better and is founded on better promises. For if that first covenant had been without fault, no place would have been sought for a second" (BSB). The new covenant, established through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ, differs from the old covenant in that it offers a more complete and permanent solution to sin, emphasizing grace and faith over the law.
4. Differing Judgments and RewardsScripture also speaks of differing judgments and rewards based on one's actions and faithfulness. In
1 Corinthians 3:12-15, Paul describes how each person's work will be tested by fire, and rewards will differ based on the quality of their work: "If what he has built survives, he will receive a reward. If it is burned up, he will suffer loss. He himself will be saved, but only as if through the flames" (BSB). This passage underscores the principle that while salvation is a gift, rewards in heaven will differ according to one's faithfulness and service.
5. Differing Nations and PeoplesThe Bible acknowledges the existence of different nations and peoples, each with unique roles in God's redemptive plan.
Acts 17:26 states, "From one man He made every nation of men, that they should inhabit the whole earth; and He determined their appointed times and the boundaries of their lands" (BSB). This diversity is part of God's sovereign design, and the ultimate goal is the unification of all peoples under Christ, as seen in
Revelation 7:9, where a great multitude from every nation, tribe, people, and language stands before the throne of God.
In summary, the concept of "differ" in the Bible highlights the diversity within God's creation and His church, emphasizing that differences in gifts, roles, covenants, judgments, and nations serve a purpose in His divine plan.
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