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Wednesday, September 25, 2013

VOCABULARY: Romans 3

Paul had a large vocabulary, so sometimes he uses words with which you may be unfamiliar.  This weekly series attempts to help by highlighting potentially unfamiliar terminology.  If there are additional words you need help with, please e-mail the coaches.

Romans 3 Vocabulary:

Oracles:  An authoritative or wise expression or answer (Source:  Mirriam-Webster.Com)

Nullify:  To invalidate; To stop enforcement of  (Source:  Dictionary.Reference.Com)

Prevail:  Win; Prove superior (Source:  Vocabulary.Com)

Slanderously:  Lie about with an intent to harm (Source:  Legal-Dictionary.TheFreeDictionary.Com)

Condemnation:  Blame, set aside for punishment (Source:  Mirriam-Webster.Com)

Asps:  Venomous snakes found in the nile region  (Source:  Wikipedia.Com)

Manifested:  Clearly revealed  (Source:  Vocabulary.Com)

Propitiation:  Satisfying or appeasing the wrath of another (especially God) (Source:  GotQuestions.Org)

Forbearance:  Tolerance and restraint in the face of provocation; patience (Source:  TheFreeDictionary.Com)