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Definition and Significance:In biblical terms, "burnings" often refer to the act of consuming something with fire, which holds various symbolic and literal meanings throughout Scripture. Fire is frequently associated with God's presence, judgment, purification, and offerings. Burnings can denote both divine wrath and the sanctification process.
Divine Presence and Revelation:Fire is a manifestation of God's presence, as seen in the burning bush encountered by Moses. In
Exodus 3:2, the angel of the LORD appeared to Moses "in a blazing fire from within a bush." This burning bush was not consumed, symbolizing God's eternal and self-sustaining nature. Similarly, God's presence was revealed through fire on Mount Sinai (
Exodus 19:18), where "the LORD descended on it in fire."
Judgment and Wrath:Burnings are often associated with divine judgment. In
Genesis 19:24, the LORD rained down "burning sulfur on Sodom and Gomorrah," signifying His judgment against sin. The imagery of fire is also prevalent in prophetic literature, where it symbolizes God's impending judgment on nations and individuals who oppose His will (
Isaiah 66:15-16).
Purification and Sacrifice:Fire serves as a purifying agent in Scripture. In
Numbers 31:23, items that can withstand fire are to be purified by fire, illustrating the cleansing power of burning. Sacrificial offerings were often consumed by fire, symbolizing the complete dedication of the offering to God.
Leviticus 1:9 describes how the burnt offering is "a pleasing aroma to the LORD," indicating acceptance and purification.
Symbol of the Holy Spirit:In the New Testament, fire symbolizes the Holy Spirit's presence and power. At Pentecost, "tongues of fire" rested on the apostles, filling them with the Holy Spirit (
Acts 2:3). This event marked the empowerment of the early church and the spread of the Gospel.
Eternal Consequences:The concept of eternal burnings is present in the New Testament, where fire represents the final judgment and the fate of the unrighteous. In
Matthew 25:41, Jesus speaks of the "eternal fire prepared for the devil and his angels," highlighting the severity of divine judgment.
Cultural and Ritualistic Contexts:In ancient Israel, burnings were part of various rituals and practices. The burning of incense was a regular part of worship in the tabernacle and temple, symbolizing prayers ascending to God (
Exodus 30:7-8). However, unauthorized burnings, such as those offered by Nadab and Abihu, resulted in divine retribution (
Leviticus 10:1-2).
Conclusion:Burnings in the Bible encompass a range of meanings, from divine presence and purification to judgment and eternal consequences. Fire serves as a powerful symbol of God's holiness, justice, and transformative power throughout Scripture.
Strong's Hebrew
4956. Misrephoth Mayim -- "burning of water," a place in Isr....... Misrephoth-Majim, a place in Palestine. From the plural of misraphah and mayim;
burnings of water; Misrephoth-Majim, a place in Palestine -- Misrephoth-mayim.
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How to Dwell in the Fire of God
... HOW TO DWELL IN THE FIRE OF GOD. 'Who among us shall dwell with the devouring
fire? who among us shall dwell with everlastingburnings? 15....
A Great Question and Its Answer
... Who shall dwell with the everlastingburnings?' There never was a more disastrous
misapplication of Scripture than the popular idea that these two last...
The Fortress of the Faithful
... 'Who among us shall dwell with the devouring fire?' is the prophet's question;
'who among us shall dwell with everlastingburnings?' That question really means...
The Bush that Burned, and did not Burn Out
... who among us shall dwell with everlastingburnings?' he has been supposed to be
asking what human soul is there that can endure the terrors of God's consuming...
The Baptism in Fire
... 'Who among us,' says the prophet, 'shall dwell with everlastingburnings?' The answer
is a parallel to the description given in one of the Psalms in reply to...
Responsibilities of the Christian Home.
... Though it is painful to lose a child here; bitter tears are shed; pungent agonies
are felt; there are heart-burnings kindled over the grave of buried love....
Acts and Martyrdom of the Holy Apostle Andrew.
... the pleasures of life; for it is folly to come for any purpose to the suffering
of the cross, and to give oneself up to most shameful punishments andburnings....
Vesalius the Anatomist {9}
... Whence came heart-burnings, rage, jealousies, romances, calumnies, of which two
last"in as far at least as they concern poor Elizabeth"no wise man now...
Purity and Peace in the Present Lord
... Pique, and petty jealousies, and miserable heart-burnings, and "just pride," die
of inanition there, and heart meets heart in love, because in Christ....
The Christian's Fellow Man
... our modern industrial troubles. Here we find also the cause of heart-burnings
and jealousies and deep-seated hatreds. It is said...
Thesaurus
Burnings (4 Occurrences)...Burnings (4 Occurrences).
... (YLT). Isaiah 33:12 And the people shall be as the
burnings of lime: as thorns cut up shall they be burned in the fire.
...Burns (34 Occurrences)
... Song of Songs 8:6 Set me as a seal on thy heart, as a seal on thine arm, For strong
as death is love, Sharp as Sheol is jealousy, Itsburnings 'are'burnings...
Burnished (6 Occurrences)
Odors (8 Occurrences)
... Jeremiah 34:5 But thou shalt die in peace: and with theburnings of thy fathers,
the former kings who were before thee, so shall they burn odors for thee; and...
Odor (46 Occurrences)
... Old Testament the rendering of besem, "fragrance" (2 Chronicles 16:14 Esther 2:12
Jeremiah 34:5, the Revised Version (British and American) "burnings"), and of...
Odours (8 Occurrences)
... Jeremiah 34:5 But thou shalt die in peace: and with theburnings of thy fathers,
the former kings which were before thee, so shall they burn odours for thee...
Lime (4 Occurrences)
... compare Arabic jir, "gypsum" or "quick-lime"; (3) 'abene-ghir): Sidh is translated
"lime" in Isaiah 33:12, "And the peoples shall be as theburnings of lime...
Grips (4 Occurrences)
... with wonder. Who among us may keep his place before the burning fire? who
among us may see the eternalburnings? (See NIV). Jeremiah...
Funeral (3 Occurrences)
... Jeremiah 34:5 you shall die in peace; and with theburnings of your fathers, the
former kings who were before you, so shall they make a burning for you; and...
Fearfulness (7 Occurrences)
... hypocrites. Who among us shall dwell with the devouring fire? who among us
shall dwell with everlastingburnings? (KJV WBS). Ezekiel...
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