The concept of Free in Christianity
Synonyms: Liberated, Open, Independent, Clear, Liberated.
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Christian concept of 'Free'
From: Hymns for Christian Devotion
(1) The state of liberty, which is wished to be the characteristic of the people's home.[1] (2) The desired state of being unburdened, representing the speaker's aspiration to be released from negative emotions and influences.[2] (3) This describes a state of benevolence, and the expression of kindness, and the granting of favor, and the act of showing grace.[3] (4) It is a state of being without constraint, residing securely and without limitation, within one's inner self.[4] (5) Liberated from constraints, and supported by the divine.[5]
From: Expositions of Holy Scripture
(1) The free is the description of the bird and the leper being restored to freedom, which is the ultimate goal of the cleansing process.[6]
From: Ante-nicene Fathers
(1) Being free from mental perturbation, it is essential for prayer and allows for admittance to a compeer or a holy Spirit.[7]