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In biblical narratives, the concept of being "escorted" often involves guidance, protection, or accompaniment by individuals or divine beings. This theme is prevalent throughout Scripture, illustrating God's providence and the communal nature of His people.
Old Testament Instances1.
Abraham's Servant: In
Genesis 24, Abraham's servant is escorted by God's providence as he seeks a wife for Isaac. The servant prays for guidance, and God leads him to Rebekah. This journey is marked by divine escort, as the servant acknowledges, "The LORD has led me on the journey to the house of my master’s relatives" (
Genesis 24:27).
2.
Jacob's Departure: When Jacob flees from Laban, he is escorted by God's protection. In
Genesis 31:24, God warns Laban in a dream not to harm Jacob, ensuring his safe passage. This divine intervention highlights God's role as an escort in times of danger.
3.
The Exodus: The Israelites' exodus from Egypt is a profound example of divine escort. God leads them with a pillar of cloud by day and a pillar of fire by night (
Exodus 13:21-22). This guidance underscores God's presence and protection as they journey to the Promised Land.
New Testament Instances1.
The Magi: In
Matthew 2, the Magi are escorted by a star to the birthplace of Jesus. This celestial guidance signifies divine escort, leading them to worship the newborn King. The star's role as an escort emphasizes God's sovereignty in directing those who seek Him.
2.
Paul's Journeys: The Apostle Paul frequently experienced both human and divine escort during his missionary journeys. In
Acts 9:25, his disciples lower him in a basket to escape Damascus, illustrating the communal support and protection he received. Additionally, in
Acts 23:23-24, Paul is escorted by Roman soldiers to ensure his safety, demonstrating God's provision through human means.
3.
Angelic Escort: In
Acts 12, Peter is miraculously freed from prison by an angel. The angel escorts him past guards and through the city gates, highlighting divine intervention and protection (
Acts 12:7-10).
Theological SignificanceThe theme of being escorted in the Bible often reflects God's faithfulness and the importance of community. Whether through divine intervention or the support of fellow believers, being escorted signifies God's care and the interconnectedness of His people. It serves as a reminder of the spiritual and physical guidance available to believers as they navigate life's journey.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
(
imp. & p. p.) of Escort.
Greek
4311. propempo -- to send before, send forth... Word Origin from pro and pempo Definition to send before, send forth NASB Word Usage
accompanying (1),
escorted (1), help (1), helped on my journey (1), helped
...2525. kathistemi -- to set in order, appoint
... Word Origin from kata and histemi Definition to set in order, appoint NASB Word
Usage appoint (1), appointed (4), appoints (1),escorted (1), made (5), makes (1...
Strong's Hebrew
7971. shalach -- to send... the go (1), delivered (1), direct (1), dismissed (2), dispatch (1), divorce (3),
divorces (1), drive (1), driving them away (1), escort (1),
escorted him away
...Library
Quaker City Excursion
... A company of mounted Cossacks were drawn up on each side of the gate, and we passed
through in military order,escorted by the Grand Duke Michael, brother of...
The Capture of Chrysostom
... and complaisance. Several of his bodyguard and slaves hadescorted him,
and fell back as Chrysostom and Philip approached. They...
Women of the Frankish Church
... The Franks, having arrived with all speed, received her from the hands of Gondebaud,
put her into a covered carriage andescorted her to Clovis, together with...
The Epistle Written by Malchion,
... bishop, and his strutting through the market-places, and reading letters and reciting
them [1397] as he walked in public, and his beingescorted by multitudes...
The Right to Privacy
... After it is completed, the bride isescorted with much formality into the house,
and to the bedroom prepared for her, where she is seated upon a bed...
The Last Exile
... Athanasius landed and, mounted on an ass led by Theodore, Abbot of Tabenna, proceeded
to the townescorted by a vast throng of people carrying torches and...
Personalia
... not stand out more vividly in my memory than the scene when Louis Kossuth landed
at the Battery from an American man-of-war, and rode up Broadwayescorted by a...
The Truce of God
... The roar against him that arose from the multitude as he wasescorted by a strong
guard out of the city completely cured him of any desire to return, and...
Life Amongst the Upper Ten Thousand
... tassel. Behind followed other retainers, and thusescorted we passed in
triumphal procession through the quiet Hwochow streets....
The Death of the Famous Actor Miraudin was a Nine Days' Wonder...
... great wreath of violets fresh gathered from the Pamphili woods, and marked, "In
sorrow, from Sylvie Hermenstein", on the closed coffin,escorted her melancholy...
Thesaurus
Escorted (6 Occurrences)... (imp. & pp) of Escort. Multi-Version Concordance
Escorted (6 Occurrences).
... (See NIV).
Acts 17:15 But those who
escorted Paul brought him as far as Athens.
...Escort (4 Occurrences)
Esdraelon
Oded (3 Occurrences)
... of the word "naked" in Mark 14:51) had been supplied with clothing from the spoil,
and the bruised anointed with oil, the prisoners wereescorted to Jericho....
Instructions (47 Occurrences)
... instructions from us; (WEY RSV). Acts 17:15 But those whoescorted Paul brought
him as far as Athens. Receiving a commandment to Silas...
Chariot (102 Occurrences)
... In the state ceremonial with which the remains of Jacob wereescorted to Canaan,
chariots and horsemen were conspicuous (Genesis 50:9). In the narrative of the...
Receiving (72 Occurrences)
... these things were so. (DBY). Acts 17:15 But those whoescorted Paul brought
him as far as Athens. Receiving a commandment to Silas...
Athens (5 Occurrences)
... JE Harry. Multi-Version Concordance Athens (5 Occurrences). Acts 17:15 But those
whoescorted Paul brought him as far as Athens. Receiving...
Quickly (254 Occurrences)
... his hands. (WEB KJV WEY ASV BBE DBY WBS NAS RSV). Acts 17:15 But those who
escorted Paul brought him as far as Athens. Receiving a...
Roman (26 Occurrences)
... 1. Augustan Band: Julius, the centurion to whom Paul and other prisoners were delivered
to beescorted to Rome (Acts 27:1), belonged to one of the five cohorts...
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