# exhort, exhortation, urge #

## 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](rc://en/tn/help/1th/02/03)
* [1 Thessalonians 02:10-12](rc://en/tn/help/1th/02/10)
* [1 Timothy 05:1-2](rc://en/tn/help/1ti/05/01)
* [Luke 03:18-20](rc://en/tn/help/luk/03/18)

## Word Data: ##

* Strong's: G3867, G3870, G3874