Dictionary of Bible Themes Dictionary of Bible Themes » 8000 The life of the believer » 8400 The tasks of the believer » 8477 self-examination » 8479 self-examination, examples of Scripture provides numerous examples of self-examination, and its results. In particular, self-examination is often portrayed as leading to repentance. Self-examination in the experience of Israel Self-examination at the entry into the promised land Self-examination during the war with the Philistines Self-examination at the time of the exile Self-examination after returning from exile in Babylon Nehemiah 8:9; Haggai 1:5-12; Haggai 2:15-19 Self-examination by other nations Self-examination in the experience of individuals King David Psalm 51:3-6 See also 2 Samuel 12:1-13; Psalm 32:3-5 Job The psalmists Psalm 119:59 See also Psalm 42:5,11; Psalm 43:5 The lost son The disciples Judas See also Matthew 26:25; Matthew 27:3-5 See also
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