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The concept of "jumped" in the Bible is not frequently mentioned in a literal sense, but the action of jumping can be associated with expressions of joy, agility, or sudden movement. In the biblical context, physical actions often carry symbolic meanings, reflecting spiritual truths or divine interventions.
Old Testament References:1.
Joy and Celebration: While the specific term "jumped" is not commonly used, the act of leaping or jumping is often associated with joy and celebration. In
2 Samuel 6:16, when King David brought the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem, he "leaped and danced before the LORD." This act of jumping was an expression of exuberant worship and joy in the presence of God.
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Agility and Strength: In the poetic language of the Psalms, agility and the ability to leap are sometimes used metaphorically to describe strength and divine empowerment.
Psalm 18:29 states, "For in You I can charge an army, and with my God I can scale a wall." The imagery of scaling a wall suggests a leap or jump, symbolizing the strength and capability given by God.
New Testament References:1.
Healing and Restoration: In the New Testament, the act of jumping is notably mentioned in the context of miraculous healing. In
Acts 3:8 , after Peter heals a man who was lame from birth, it is recorded, "He jumped to his feet and began to walk. Then he went with them into the temple courts, walking and leaping and praising God." This physical act of jumping signifies the complete restoration and joy experienced by the healed man, highlighting the power of Jesus' name and the apostles' ministry.
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Spiritual Awakening: The concept of jumping can also be seen as a metaphor for spiritual awakening or a sudden realization of truth. While not explicitly described as "jumping," the transformative encounters with Christ often led individuals to immediate and decisive actions, akin to a spiritual leap of faith.
Symbolic Interpretations:In biblical symbolism, jumping can represent a transition from one state to another, such as from despair to joy, from sickness to health, or from unbelief to faith. It signifies a dynamic and active response to God's presence and power. The act of jumping, whether literal or metaphorical, underscores the vitality and responsiveness expected of believers in their walk with God.
Theological Implications:From a theological perspective, the instances of jumping in the Bible remind believers of the joy and freedom found in a relationship with God. They illustrate the transformative power of faith and the physical manifestations of spiritual truths. The act of jumping, especially in the context of worship and healing, serves as a testament to the life-changing impact of divine encounters and the believer's response to God's grace and intervention.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
(
imp. & p. p.) of Jump.
Greek
376a. anapedao -- to leap up... to leap up. Transliteration: anapedao Short Definition:
jumped. Word Origin from
ana and pedao (to leap) Definition to leap up NASB Word Usage
jumped (1).
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God's Care Over Me
... noise. The gentle horse on which the girls were riding became frightened,
jumped to one side, and both girls fell off into the mud....
"There, Baby!" Said Diamond; "I'M So Happy that I Can Only Sing...
... He woke, not out of his dream, but into it, thinking he heard a child's voice, calling
"Diamond, Diamond!" Hejumped up, but all was still about him....
Incidents of Childhood
... Little as I was, I understood their scheme. Nevertheless, Ijumped. It hurt
me quite a little; but when they asked me if I was hurt...
The Terror by Night
... He thought of the wildcat. Hejumped to the ground, picked up a heavy stick he
had seen under a tree on his way through that day and listened....
Our Deliverance from the Boxers (1900)
... Once, when Mr. Goforth hadjumped off our cart to get fresh water for our head cloths,
a crowd gathered round him and became very threatening, raising the cry...
Meanwhile Florian Varillo had not Gone to Naples. ...
... But he made no further demur, and Varillojumped into the vehicle, his teeth chattering
with an inward terror he could not control. "Drive quickly!" he said....
The Crucifixion and the Resurrection
... always liked to be doing something, so he said to the others, 'I go a-fishing.'
And they said, 'We will also go with you;' and at once they alljumped into a...
He Got up in the Morning as Soon as He Heard the Men Moving In...
... "I'll risk it," said the gentleman; and, opening the door himself, hejumped
in.... With the pleasure she had,. Andjumped right over the moon....
1872 the Need of a Home Further West --Burning of the Marchmont...
... there's smoke!'. "Ijumped up, and oh, the feeling, when I saw the house
full of dense white smoke! I knew well what it must be. I...
And Disputes
... Hejumped up, a little ashamed, kissed them all, and said, "Now I, too, can triumph
over you if after taking the kiss you allow in anything less than friendly...
Thesaurus
Jumped (4 Occurrences)... (imp. & pp) of Jump. Multi-Version Concordance
Jumped (4 Occurrences). Mark 10:50
He, casting away his cloak, sprang up, and came to Jesus. (See NAS NIV).
...Jump (3 Occurrences)
... 6. (vt) To pass by a spring or leap; to overleap; as, to jump a stream. 7. (vt)
To cause to jump; as, hejumped his horse across the ditch....
Jumping (14 Occurrences)
Weaving (4 Occurrences)
... And he awakened out of his sleep and as hejumped up he pulled away the pins of
the loom." The counterpart of the Bedouin loom is shown on the ancient tombs at...
Resources
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