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In the context of the Bible, the term "knit" is often used metaphorically to describe the close and intimate bonds between individuals or the unity within the body of Christ. The concept of being "knit together" signifies a deep connection, whether it be in friendship, love, or spiritual unity.
Old Testament UsageThe idea of being knit together is not explicitly mentioned in the Old Testament using the word "knit," but the concept is present in the relationships and covenants described. For example, the friendship between David and Jonathan is a profound illustration of being knit together in spirit. In
1 Samuel 18:1, it is said that "the soul of Jonathan was knit to the soul of David, and Jonathan loved him as his own soul." This passage highlights the deep bond and loyalty between the two men, a relationship that transcended familial ties and political alliances.
New Testament UsageIn the New Testament, the Apostle Paul uses the metaphor of being knit together to describe the unity and love that should characterize the body of Christ. In
Colossians 2:2, Paul expresses his desire for the believers "that their hearts may be encouraged, being knit together in love, and attaining to all the wealth that comes from the full assurance of understanding, resulting in a true knowledge of God’s mystery, that is, Christ Himself" . Here, the imagery of being knit together emphasizes the importance of love and unity among believers, which leads to spiritual maturity and a deeper understanding of Christ.
Similarly, in
Ephesians 4:16, Paul speaks of the church as a body, "from whom the whole body, being fitted and held together by what every joint supplies, according to the proper working of each individual part, causes the growth of the body for the building up of itself in love" . The phrase "held together" can be understood as being knit together, where each member of the body of Christ contributes to the unity and growth of the church.
Theological ImplicationsThe concept of being knit together in the Bible carries significant theological implications. It underscores the importance of unity and love within the Christian community. Believers are called to be interconnected, supporting and encouraging one another in their faith journey. This unity is not merely organizational but is deeply spiritual, rooted in the love of Christ and the work of the Holy Spirit.
Furthermore, being knit together reflects the Trinitarian nature of God, who exists in perfect unity and love. As believers are knit together in love, they reflect the divine relationship within the Godhead, serving as a testimony to the world of the transformative power of the Gospel.
In summary, the biblical concept of being knit together highlights the profound and intimate connections that should exist among God's people, fostering a community marked by love, unity, and spiritual growth.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
1. (
imp. & p. p.) of Knit.
2. (v. t.) To form into a knot, or into knots; to tie together, as cord; to fasten by tying.
3. (v. t.) To form, as a textile fabric, by the interlacing of yarn or thread in a series of connected loops, by means of needles, either by hand or by machinery; as, to knit stockings.
4. (v. t.) To join; to cause to grow together.
5. (v. t.) To unite closely; to connect; to engage; as, hearts knit together in love.
6. (v. t.) To draw together; to contract into wrinkles.
7. (v. i.) To form a fabric by interlacing yarn or thread; to weave by making knots or loops.
8. (v. i.) To be united closely; to grow together; as, broken bones will in time knit and become sound.
9. (n.) Union knitting; texture.
Greek
4822. sumbibazo -- to join together, hence to consider, by ext. to...... Verb Transliteration: sumbibazo Phonetic Spelling: (soom-bib-ad'-zo) Short Definition:
I unite, prove, instruct Definition: (a) I unite or
knit together, (b) I
...1210. deo -- to tie, bind
... bind, be in bonds,knit, tie, wind. A primary verb; to bind (in various applications,
literally or figuratively) -- bind, be in bonds,knit, tie, wind....
2853. kollao -- to glue, unite
... 2853 (from , "glue") -- to bond (cleave), adhere to (literally, " together"); to ,
join to; (figuratively) intimately connected in a soul-knit friendship....
Strong's Hebrew
7194. qashar -- to bind, league together, conspire... to bind, league together, conspire NASB Word Usage bind (9), bound (2), carried
(1), conspirators (2), conspired (19), joined together (1),
knit (1), made (3
...2270. chaber -- united, associate, companion
... companion, fellow,knit together. From chabar; an associate -- companion, fellow,
knit together. see HEBREW chabar. 2269, 2270. chaber. 2271 . Strong's Numbers
5526b. sakak -- to weave together
... Word Origin a prim. root Definition to weave together NASB Word Usageknit together
(1), wove (1). 5526a, 5526b. sakak. 5527 . Strong's Numbers.
8276. sarag -- to be intertwined
... Definition: together. Word Origin a prim. root Definition to be intertwined
NASB Word Usageknit together (2). wrap together, wreath. A...
Library
The Arts by which Origen Studies to Keep Gregory and his Brother...
... "And the soul of Jonathan wasknit with David." [202] This word, indeed, I did not
read till afterwards in the sacred Scriptures; but I felt it before that time...
"In Christ Our Two Natures are United"
... lastingly without any stinting: and [that by virtue] of the great riches and of
the high noble virtues by measure come to our soul what time it isknit to our...
Ode iv.
... Sought again his FATHER's breast.Knit is now our flesh to Godhead,.Knit in
everlasting bands:... Make response, ...For our flesh isknit to Godhead,Knit in, ......
Psalm LVIII.
... it. "For in heart Iniquities ye work on earth." What next? "Iniquities
your handsknit together." What is, "knit together"? From...
"In Every Soul that Shall be Saved is a Godly Will that Never...
... For that same Kind [198] that Heaven shall be filled with behoveth needs, of God's
rightfulness, so to have beenknit and oned to Him, that therein was kept a...
I have Given You one Instance in which He Has Expressed his Own...
... The one I select is on the passage where it is written: "From whom all the body,
fitly framed andknit together through that which every joint supplieth...
The Fifth Passage Selected by Him for Blame is the Most Important...
... "From whom all the body fitly framed andknit together through every juncture of
ministration, according to the working in due measure of every several part...
I am Told, to Take Another Point, that one of his Followers...
... Why should heknit his brow and draw in and wrinkle up his nostrils, and weigh out
his hollow words, and simulate among the common crowd a sanctity which his...
Conflict and Comfort.
... I have for you, and for them at Laodicea, and for as many as have not seen my face
in the flesh; that their hearts may be comforted, beingknit together in love...
Spiritual Religion in High Places --Rous, Vane, and Sterry
... of the soul which is a part of its original structure and is responsive to the Light
of the spiritual world, so that "soule and Light becomeknit together into...
Thesaurus
Knit (11 Occurrences)... 1. (imp. & pp) of
Knit.
... 4. (vt) To join; to cause to grow together. 5. (vt) To unite
closely; to connect; to engage; as, hearts
knit together in love.
...Sinews (7 Occurrences)
... Colossians 2:19 and not holding firmly to the Head, from whom all the body, being
supplied andknit together through the joints and ligaments, grows with God's...
Knitted (9 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (pp) ofKnit. Multi-Version Concordance Knitted
(9 Occurrences). Leviticus 13:48 whether it is in warp, or...
Sinew (2 Occurrences)
... See Tendon. 2. (n.) Muscle; nerve. 3. (n.) Fig.: That which supplies strength or
power. 4. (vt) Toknit together, or make strong with, or as with, sinews. Int....
Increase (184 Occurrences)
... Ephesians 4:16 from whom all the body, being fitted andknit together through that
which every joint supplies, according to the working in measure of each...
Causes (89 Occurrences)
... Ephesians 4:16 from whom all the body, being fitted andknit together through that
which every joint supplies, according to the working in measure of each...
Knife (10 Occurrences)
Held (223 Occurrences)
... Ephesians 4:16 from whom all the body, being fitted andknit together through that
which every joint supplies, according to the working in measure of each...
Nourishment (14 Occurrences)
... Colossians 2:19 And not holding the Head, from which all the body by joints and
bands having nourishment ministered, andknit together, increaseth with the...
Narrow (21 Occurrences)
... 15. (vi) To contract the size of a stocking or otherknit article, by taking two
stitches into one. Multi-Version Concordance Narrow (21 Occurrences)....
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