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# exhort, exhortation #
## Definition: ##
The term "exhort" means to strongly encourage and urge someone to do what is right. Such encouragement is called "exhortation."
* The purpose of exhortation is to persuade other people to avoid sin and follow God's will.
* The New Testament teaches Christians to exhort each other in love, not harshly or abruptly.
## Translation Suggestions: ##
* Depending on the context, "exhort" could also be translated as "strongly urge" or "persuade" or "advise."
* Make sure the translation of this term does not imply that the exhorter is angry. The term should convey strength and seriousness, but should not refer to angry speech.
* In most contexts, the term "exhort" should be translated differently than "encourage," which means to inspire, reassure, or comfort someone.
* Usually this term will also be translated differently from "admonish," which means to warn or correct someone for his wrong behavior.
## Bible References: ##
* [1 Thessalonians 02:3-4](en/tn/1th/help/02/03)
* [1 Thessalonians 02:10-12](en/tn/1th/help/02/10)
* [1 Timothy 05:1-2](en/tn/1ti/help/05/01)
* [Luke 03:18-20](en/tn/luk/help/03/18)