The term "implicated" is not directly found in the text of the Bible; however, the concept of being involved or entangled in certain actions, particularly those of a sinful or wrongful nature, is a recurring theme throughout Scripture. The Bible often addresses the consequences and responsibilities of being implicated in sin, both individually and collectively.

Old Testament Context

In the Old Testament, the idea of being implicated in sin is evident in the narratives of Israel's history. For instance, in the account of Achan in the Book of Joshua, Achan's sin of taking forbidden items from Jericho implicates the entire nation of Israel, leading to their defeat at Ai. Joshua 7:1 states, "But the Israelites acted unfaithfully regarding the devoted things; Achan son of Carmi, the son of Zimri, the son of Zerah, of the tribe of Judah, took some of them. So the LORD’s anger burned against the Israelites." This passage illustrates how one individual's sin can implicate and affect the broader community.

The prophets also speak to the theme of collective implication in sin. In Isaiah 1:4 , the prophet declares, "Woe to a sinful nation, a people laden with iniquity, a brood of evildoers, children of corruption! They have forsaken the LORD; they have despised the Holy One of Israel and turned their backs on Him." Here, the entire nation is implicated in sin due to their collective actions and attitudes.

New Testament Context

In the New Testament, the concept of being implicated in sin is addressed through the teachings of Jesus and the apostles. Jesus often spoke about the inner condition of the heart and how it implicates individuals in sin. In Matthew 15:18-20 , Jesus explains, "But the things that come out of the mouth come from the heart, and these things defile a man. For out of the heart come evil thoughts, murder, adultery, sexual immorality, theft, false testimony, and slander. These are what defile a man, but eating with unwashed hands does not defile him."

The Apostle Paul also addresses the issue of implication in sin, particularly in his letters to the early churches. In Romans 5:12 , Paul writes, "Therefore, just as sin entered the world through one man, and death through sin, so also death was passed on to all men, because all sinned." This passage highlights the theological concept of original sin, where humanity is implicated in the sin of Adam, resulting in a fallen nature.

Moral and Ethical Implications

The Bible consistently calls believers to be aware of their actions and the potential to be implicated in sin. In 1 Corinthians 15:33 , Paul warns, "Do not be deceived: 'Bad company corrupts good character.'" This admonition serves as a reminder that association with sinful behavior or individuals can lead to being implicated in wrongdoing.

Furthermore, the call to holiness and separation from sin is a central theme in Scripture. In 2 Corinthians 6:17 , Paul exhorts, "Therefore come out from among them and be separate, says the Lord. Touch no unclean thing, and I will receive you." This call to separation underscores the importance of avoiding situations where one might be implicated in sin.

Conclusion

While the Bible does not use the term "implicated" explicitly, the concept is woven throughout its teachings, emphasizing the importance of personal responsibility, the impact of sin on the community, and the call to live a life set apart for God.(imp. & p. p.) of Implicate.

Epistle xxvii. To Romanus, Guardian (Defensorem).
... It has come to our ears that certain men, having altogether too little discernment,
desire us to become implicated in their risks, and wish to be so defended ...
/.../the epistles of saint gregory the great/epistle xxvii to romanus guardian.htm

Some Time Ago, Macarius, a Man of Distinction from his Faith, his ...
... accordance with the catholic faith; and I stated that whatever men might find in
the original or in my translation, my share in it in no way implicated my own ...
/.../11 some time ago macarius.htm

Hearts and Treasures
... says is that where a man's treasure lies, not merely his affections will twine round
it, but his whole self will be, as it were, implicated and intertwisted ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture a/hearts and treasures.htm

The Second Day.
... For today in our actions before we are implicated by any habit, we have
free choice of doing anything or not doing it. But when ...
/.../disputation of the second day.htm

The Naturalness of Prayer
... heaven. But Nature itself, our natural selves, are involved in it; because
Nature for the Christian is implicated in Redemption. ...
/.../forsyth/the soul of prayer/chapter ii the naturalness of.htm

Naaman Cured.
... potentate. He feels that the honour of Israel's God is implicated, and
boldly takes upon himself the responsibility of the cure. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/dods/how to become like christ/naaman cured.htm

Geological Contemporaneity and Persistent Types of Life.
... and the more so, as all those who have paid close attention to the late multitudinous
discussions in which palaeontology is implicated, must have felt the ...
/.../x geological contemporaneity and persistent.htm

The Project of French Empire and Evangelization --Its Wide and ...
... the same treasury, in some honorable instances bravely protesting against the
atrocities they were compelled to witness, in other instances implicated in them ...
/.../bacon/a history of american christianity/chapter iii the project of.htm

Perfect Modesty Will Abstain from Whatever Tends to Sin, as Well ...
... [152] Since, therefore, both our own interest and that of others is implicated in
the studious pursuit of most perilous (outward) comeliness, it is time for ...
/.../tertullian/on the apparel of women/chapter ii perfect modesty will abstain.htm

The Section Chap. I. -iii.
... st ip262.) The same opinion is expressed by Umbreit: "His own wife is implicated
in the general guilt, and hence she is a representative of the whole people ...
/.../hengstenberg/christology of the old testament/the section chap i -iii.htm

Implicated (1 Occurrence)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (imp. & pp) of Implicate. Multi-Version Concordance
Implicated (1 Occurrence). Matthew 23:30 and your boast ...
/i/implicated.htm - 6k

Implements (7 Occurrences)

/i/implements.htm - 8k

Imputation
... Original Sin, Atonement, Justification: Three acts of imputation are given special
prominence in the Scripture, and are implicated in the Scriptural doctrines ...
/i/imputation.htm - 39k

Implied (2 Occurrences)

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Forefathers (135 Occurrences)
... Matthew 23:30 and your boast is, "'If we had lived in the time of our forefathers,
we should not have been implicated with them in the murder of the Prophets ...
/f/forefathers.htm - 36k

Boast (86 Occurrences)
... Matthew 23:30 and your boast is, "'If we had lived in the time of our forefathers,
we should not have been implicated with them in the murder of the Prophets ...
/b/boast.htm - 33k

Aaron (343 Occurrences)
... Aaron was implicated in the sin of his brother at Meribah (Numbers 20:8-13), and
on that account was not permitted to enter the Promised Land. ...
/a/aaron.htm - 56k

Murder (41 Occurrences)
... Matthew 23:30 and your boast is, "'If we had lived in the time of our forefathers,
we should not have been implicated with them in the murder of the Prophets ...
/m/murder.htm - 24k

Satan (50 Occurrences)
... Satan may be said to be implicated in all the disasters and woes of human life,
in so far as they are more or less directly contingent upon sin (see ...
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