Bible Dictionary

Exhortation

encouragement, instruction, or an appeal urging someone toward a course of action

Quick Reference

Total Entries

116

Entry Position

38 of 116

Letter

E

Meaning

encouragement, instruction, or an appeal urging someone toward a course of action

Key Scriptures

  • Acts 13:15
  • Romans 12:8
  • Hebrews 13:22

Also Called

encouragement appeal

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Basic Meaning

Exhortation is encouragement, instruction, advice, or an appeal urging someone toward a particular course of action.

The term is often associated with guidance, motivation, and counsel.


Biblical Usage

The word exhortation appears in teachings, letters, and public addresses throughout Scripture.


  • Encouragement
  • Instruction
  • Wisdom

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Scriptures

  • Acts 13:15
  • Romans 12:8
  • Hebrews 13:22

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