Bible Dictionary
Tradition
Tradition is teaching handed down from one generation to another, orally or in writing. Scripture condemns human traditions when they nullify God’s command, while also using the term positively for apostolic instruction faithfully delivered to the church.
Biblical Usage
Jesus condemned traditions of the elders when they nullified God’s commandment. Paul used the term positively for instruction delivered to the churches, while warning against human teachings and false tradition.
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