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In a general sense, denotes immutability, or invariableness. When applied to the human mind, it is a steady adherence to those schemes and resolutions which have been maturely formed; the effect of which is, that a man never drops a good design out of fear, and is consistent with himself in all his words and actions. Constancy is more particularly required of us.
1. In our devotions, Luk_18:1. 1Th_5:17-18.
2. Under our sufferings, Mat_5:12-13. 1Pe_4:12-13.
3. In our profession and character, Heb_10:23.
4. In our beneficence, Gal_6:9.
5. In our friendships, Pro_27:10.