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Dictionary of Bible Themes – 5686 fathers, examples of
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5684 fathers
5686 fathers, examples of
5686 fathers, examples of
5686 fathers, examples of
The ideal father, from a biblical perspective, is one who loves God, is obedient to him and reflects this in his daily living and in the care and upbringing of his children.
Fathers who followed divine principles within their families
Abraham Ge 18:19 See also Ge 17:1-7,18-20; Ge 21:1-5,8-13; Ge 22:1-18
Zechariah Lk 1:5-20 See also Lk 1:62-80
The father of the prodigal Lk 15:11-31
Fathers who acted wrongly
Through favouritism Ge 37:3-4 See also Ge 25:28
Through lack of discipline 1Sa 2:22-25 See also 1Sa 2:27-36; 1Sa 3:11-18
The intercession of fathers for their children
Abraham Ge 17:18-22
David 1Ch 29:10-19 See also 2Sa 12:15-23
Job Job 1:4-5
The father of the demoniac Mt 17:14-15 pp Mk 9:17-18 pp Lk 9:38-39
The royal official Jn 4:46-49
See also
| 1040 | God, fatherhood |
| 1245 | God of the fathers |
| 1250 | Abba |
| 5700 | headship |
| 5718 | mothers |
| 5730 | orphans |
| 5731 | parents |
| 7718 | elders |
| 8753 | favouritism |
Dictionary of Bible Themes Scripture index copyright Martin H. Manser, 2009. As Editor, Martin Manser wishes to thank all those who compiled or edited the NIV Thematic Study Bible, on which this work is based.
