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The concept of Obedient in Christianity

In Christianity, the concept of obedience is exemplified through the lifelong humbling of Jesus Christ. His obedience is primarily directed towards God, showcasing a profound commitment to fulfilling divine will. This obedience reflects not just a mere adherence to rules but an embodiment of faith and submission, highlighting the significance of aligning one's actions with God's intentions throughout life. Through this, the notion of being obedient becomes central to the understanding of one's relationship with the divine.1
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Synonyms: Compliant, Submissive, Docile, Tractable

The below excerpts are indicatory and do represent direct quotations or translations. It is your responsibility to fact check each reference.

Christian concept of 'Obedient'

Christianity Books

Significance in Christianity (general):

From: Expositions of Holy Scripture

(1) The text mentions that the lifelong humbling of Himself was further manifested in His becoming obedient, and this obedience was, of course, to God.[1]

Significance in Early Christian church and writers:
Early Christianity Books

From: Ante-nicene Fathers

(1) This term is used to describe a son who is now compliant with his parents' wishes, and is part of the transformation of character that is paradoxically viewed negatively by some due to their association with the Christian name.[2]

Early Christianity (also known as Early Church) refers to the period starting roughly in the 6th century BC up until 325 A.D. during which year the first council of Nicaea was convened. Popular literature includes the writings by the early Church Fathers which forms the basis of later Christian theology.

Significance in Church of the East (or the East Syriac Church):
Church of the East Books

From: The Book of the Bee

(1) The interpretation of Simeon's name, one of Jacob and Leah's sons.[3]

The Church of the East emerged in the 5th century and separated from the Roman Empire's state church by adopting Nestorianism. It emphasizes the distinct human and divine natures of Jesus Christ. It is also called the Assyrian Church, Nestorian Church or the East Syriac Church.