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The Bible, as a divinely inspired text, contains numerous lists that serve various purposes, from genealogical records to moral instructions. These lists are integral to understanding the historical, theological, and moral framework of the Scriptures.
Genealogical ListsGenealogies are prominent in the Bible, providing a record of lineage and fulfilling theological purposes. The Book of Genesis contains several genealogical lists, such as the descendants of Adam (Genesis 5) and the lineage of Noah's sons (Genesis 10). These lists establish the foundation for the narrative of God's chosen people. The genealogy of Jesus Christ, found in
Matthew 1:1-17 and
Luke 3:23-38, is particularly significant, as it traces Jesus' lineage back to Abraham and Adam, affirming His rightful place in Jewish history and His role as the Savior of all humanity.
Moral and Ethical ListsThe Bible also includes lists of moral and ethical instructions. The Ten Commandments, found in
Exodus 20:1-17 and
Deuteronomy 5:6-21, are perhaps the most well-known. These commandments provide a foundational ethical code for the Israelites and continue to influence Christian moral teaching. In the New Testament, the Beatitudes (
Matthew 5:3-12) present a list of blessings that describe the character and rewards of those who follow Christ's teachings.
Lists of Virtues and VicesThe Apostle Paul frequently uses lists to convey virtues and vices. In
Galatians 5:19-23, Paul contrasts the "acts of the flesh" with the "fruit of the Spirit," providing a clear dichotomy between sinful behaviors and godly attributes. Similarly, in
Colossians 3:5-14, Paul lists behaviors to avoid and virtues to cultivate, encouraging believers to live in a manner worthy of their calling.
Prophetic and Apocalyptic ListsProphetic and apocalyptic literature in the Bible often includes lists that describe visions or judgments. The Book of Revelation contains several such lists, including the seven churches (Revelation 2-3), the seven seals (Revelation 6), and the seven trumpets (Revelation 8-11). These lists serve to organize the prophetic message and emphasize the completeness of God's plan.
Liturgical and Ritual ListsThe Pentateuch contains lists related to worship and ritual practices. Leviticus, for example, provides detailed lists of offerings and sacrifices (Leviticus 1-7) and outlines the duties of the priests (Leviticus 8-10). These lists were essential for maintaining the covenant relationship between God and Israel and ensuring proper worship.
Lists of Names and RolesThe Bible often lists names and roles to highlight the organization and function of God's people. In
Numbers 1-4, the census of Israel is recorded, listing the tribes and their leaders. Similarly,
Nehemiah 3 provides a list of those who participated in rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem, emphasizing communal effort and dedication to God's work.
ConclusionLists in the Bible are not mere records; they are divinely inspired tools that convey theological truths, moral guidance, and historical context. They reflect the order and purpose inherent in God's creation and His redemptive plan for humanity.
Greek
3545. nomimos -- rightly, lawfully... lawfully. Adverb from a derivative of nomos; legitimately (specially, agreeably
to the rules of the
lists) -- lawfully. see GREEK nomos.
...118. athleo -- to contend, wrestle
... strive. From athlos (a contest in the publiclists); to contend in the competitive
games -- strive. (athle) -- 1 Occurrence. (athlese) -- 1 Occurrence....
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TwoLists of Names
... TWOLISTS OF NAMES. 'They that depart from Me shall be written in the earth'"Jeremiah
17:13.... I. The principle on which the twolists are made up....
Appendix --The Pharaohs of the Ancient and Middle Empires
... Thelists of the Pharaohs of the Memphite period appear to have been drawn up in
much the same order as we now possess them, as early as the XIIth dynasty: it...
The Adventures of Saint David of Wales.
... shone with resplendent beauty. Numerous champions entered thelists, and
many desperate encounters took place. At length Saint David...
Summary of the Subject.
... Differentlists appeared from time to time in which the endeavor there
to exclude apocryphal, ie, spurious works, was apparent....
The Tournament at Constantinople.
... The fifth day, Saint Patrick of Ireland, as chief Champion, entered thelists,
mounted on an Irish hobby, covered with a green veil....
The Adventures of Saint Andrew of Scotland.
... Thelists were quickly prepared.... A fierce encounter followed; but the Georgian
was defeated, and retired in disgrace from thelists....
Rahab's Faith
... We see faith, again, entering thelists with the infirmities of old age and the
pains of the last struggle, as we read, "By faith Jacob, when he was dying...
But that which Gave Rise to Public and Universal Calamity...
... Each spot of ground was measured, vines and fruit-trees numbered,lists taken
of animals of every kind, and a capitation-roll made up....
A Book for Boys and Girls Or, Temporal Things Spritualized.
... of Divine Emblems, is mentioned in any catalogue or advertisements of Bunyan's works,
published during his life; nor in those more completelists printed by...
The Augsburg Confession, 1530.
... Forlists of older editions, see K??llner, Symbolik, I.-p.344-353, and Bindseil,
in Corp. Ref. Vol. XXVI.... Seelists of Literature especially in K??llner, Symb....
Thesaurus
Lists (6 Occurrences)... Multi-Version Concordance
Lists (6 Occurrences).
... These were their
living-places, and they have
lists of their generations. (BBE).
...Dictionaries
... The earliest books usually quoted in thelists of Biblical dictionaries were also
in fact classified or chronological, and not alphabetical (Eusebius...
Owl (11 Occurrences)
... In thelists of abominations, the original Hebrew yanshuph, derived from a root
meaning twilight, is translated "great owl" (see Leviticus 11:17 and...
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... Besides this, longlists of the cuneiform characters were drawn up with their phonetic
and ideographic values, together withlists of Assyrian synonyms, in...
Hawk (6 Occurrences)
... The abominationlists of Leviticus 11:16 and Deuteronomy 14:15 each include hawks
in a general term and specify several species as unfit for food....
Patriarchs (6 Occurrences)
... 6. Resemblances and Differences in the TwoLists: By removing Genesis 4:25, 26 from
their present position and placing them before 4:1 or, as Guthe does...
Antediluvian
... 6. Resemblances and Differences in the TwoLists: By removing Genesis 4:25, 26 from
their present position and placing them before 4:1 or, as Guthe does...
Zealot (4 Occurrences)
... But the second is of no account, since the Philip-Bartholomew connection in the
Synoptists occurs merely in the apostoliclists, while in John it is narrative....
Nowhere (16 Occurrences)
... Ezra 2:62 They made search for their record among thelists of families, but their
names were nowhere to be seen; so they were looked on as unclean and no...
Listing (1 Occurrence)
... n.) of List. 2. (n.) The act or process of one wholists (in any sense of the verb);
as, the listing of a door; the listing of a stock at the Stock Exchange....
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