In the context of the Bible, the term "defamed" refers to the act of damaging someone's reputation through false statements or slander. This concept is closely related to the biblical teachings on the use of the tongue, truthfulness, and the importance of maintaining a good name.

Biblical References:

1. Psalm 31:13 : "For I hear the slander of many; there is terror on every side. They conspire against me and plot to take my life." This verse reflects the experience of being defamed, as King David laments the false accusations and conspiracies against him. It highlights the emotional and social impact of defamation.

2. Proverbs 22:1 : "A good name is more desirable than great riches; favor is better than silver and gold." This proverb underscores the value of a good reputation, suggesting that defamation, which seeks to tarnish one's name, is a serious offense.

3. Matthew 5:11 : "Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you, and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of Me." Jesus acknowledges that His followers may be defamed for their faith, yet He assures them of their blessedness despite such attacks.

4. 1 Peter 3:16 : "Keeping a clear conscience, so that those who slander you may be put to shame by your good behavior in Christ." Peter advises believers to maintain integrity and good conduct, which can serve as a defense against defamation.

Theological Insights:

Defamation is considered a sin in the biblical worldview because it involves bearing false witness, which is explicitly prohibited in the Ten Commandments (Exodus 20:16). The act of defaming another person is seen as an attack on their God-given dignity and a violation of the command to love one's neighbor (Matthew 22:39).

The Bible also emphasizes the power of the tongue, as seen in James 3:6 : "The tongue also is a fire, a world of wickedness among the parts of the body. It pollutes the whole person, sets the course of his life on fire, and is itself set on fire by hell." This passage warns of the destructive potential of words, including those used in defamation.

Practical Application:

Believers are called to avoid participating in defamation and to speak truthfully and lovingly. Ephesians 4:29 instructs, "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." Christians are encouraged to use their words to edify others rather than to tear them down.

In cases where believers are defamed, they are encouraged to respond with grace and truth, trusting in God's justice and vindication. Romans 12:19 reminds, "Do not avenge yourselves, beloved, but leave room for God's wrath. For it is written: 'Vengeance is Mine, I will repay, says the Lord.'" This perspective calls for patience and faith in God's ultimate judgment.(imp. & p. p.) of Defame.7451a. ra -- bad, evil
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8034. shem -- a name
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The Christians Defamed a Sarcastic Description of Fame; Its ...
... Book I. Chapter VII. "The Christians Defamed A Sarcastic Description of Fame; Its
Deception and Atrocious Slanders of the Christians Lengthily Described. ...
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Pelagius' Attempt to Deceive the Apostolic See; He Inverts the ...
... In this letter he complains of being "defamed by certain persons for refusing the
sacrament of baptism to infants, and promising the kingdom of heaven ...
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Whether Restitution of what Has Been Taken Away is Necessary for ...
... bound to restore his good name as far as he can, and yet without telling an untruth;
for instance by saying that he spoke ill, or that he defamed him unjustly ...
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To the Reader
... for complaint: but in times wherein I have lived to behold the highest perversion
of that excellent invention, the name of his Majesty defamed, the Honour of ...
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Virtues of the Mantle. It Pleads in Its Own Defence.
... than in shoes. These (pleas I advance) for the Mantle in the meantime,
in so far as you have defamed it by name. Now, however, it ...
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St. Malachy Becomes Bishop of Connor; He Builds the Monastery of ...
... and nakedness?[338] Yet with them that hated peace he was a peacemaker,[339] instant,
nevertheless, in season, out of season.[340] Being defamed he intreated ...
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The Seventh Season,
... Thus his apostles imitated him: "Being reviled," say they, "we bless; being persecuted,
we suffer it; being defamed, we entreat." I have often heard it ...
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Sebastian Castellio: a Forgotten Prophet
... generation can perhaps appreciate at their real worth these solitary souls who were
destined to see their cause defeated, to hear their names defamed, and to ...
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What Happened Before the Crucifixion.
... Contrary to old custom, must thou be made prisoner and bound; thou wilt often be
secretly calumniated and publicly defamed by My adversaries; many a false ...
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The Christians are not Atheists, but Acknowledge one Only God.
... which is not) but has made all things by the Logos which is from Him, we are treated
unreasonably in both respects, in that we are both defamed and persecuted. ...
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Defamed (4 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (imp. & pp) of Defame. Multi-Version Concordance Defamed
(4 Occurrences). 1 Corinthians 4:13 Being defamed, we entreat. ...
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Offscouring (2 Occurrences)
... 1 Corinthians 4:13 Being defamed, we intreat: we are made as the filth of the
world, and are the offscouring of all things unto this day. ...
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Wiped (25 Occurrences)
... 1 Corinthians 4:13 Being defamed, we entreat. We are made as the filth of
the world, the dirt wiped off by all, even until now. (WEB). ...
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Intreat (13 Occurrences)
... 1 Corinthians 4:13 Being defamed, we intreat: we are made as the filth of the world,
and are the offscouring of all things unto this day. (KJV). ...
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Filth (21 Occurrences)
... Filth (21 Occurrences). 1 Corinthians 4:13 Being defamed, we entreat. We are made
as the filth of the world, the dirt wiped off by all, even until now. ...
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Entreat (55 Occurrences)
... (WEY). 1 Corinthians 4:13 Being defamed, we entreat. We are made as the filth of
the world, the dirt wiped off by all, even until now. (WEB ASV DBY WBS YLT). ...
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Dregs (7 Occurrences)
... Dregs (7 Occurrences). 1 Corinthians 4:13 Being defamed, we entreat. We are made
as the filth of the world, the dirt wiped off by all, even until now. (See NAS) ...
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Dirt (9 Occurrences)
... Dirt (9 Occurrences). 1 Corinthians 4:13 Being defamed, we entreat. We are made
as the filth of the world, the dirt wiped off by all, even until now. (WEB WEY). ...
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Defame

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Defames (1 Occurrence)

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