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In the context of the Bible, the concept of "moves" can be understood in various ways, including physical movement, spiritual guidance, and divine intervention. The term encompasses the actions and transitions of individuals, groups, and even God Himself throughout the biblical narrative.
Physical MovementPhysical movement is a recurring theme in the Bible, often signifying obedience, faith, and the unfolding of God's plan. One of the most significant examples is the Exodus, where Moses leads the Israelites out of Egypt. This monumental move is a demonstration of God's deliverance and faithfulness. In
Exodus 13:21 , it is written, "And the LORD went before them in a pillar of cloud to guide their way by day and in a pillar of fire to give them light by night, so that they could travel by day or night."
Another notable instance is the journey of Abraham, who obeyed God's call to leave his homeland.
Genesis 12:1 states, "Then the LORD said to Abram, 'Leave your country, your kindred, and your father’s household, and go to the land I will show you.'" Abraham's move is a testament to his faith and the beginning of God's covenant with him.
Spiritual GuidanceThe Bible also speaks of spiritual movement, where individuals are led by the Holy Spirit. In the New Testament, the early church experienced significant growth and movement as the apostles spread the Gospel.
Acts 1:8 records Jesus' words, "But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you, and you will be My witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth."
The Apostle Paul is a prime example of spiritual movement, as he undertook missionary journeys to spread Christianity. His movements were often directed by the Holy Spirit, as seen in
Acts 16:6-7 : "Paul and his companions traveled throughout the region of Phrygia and Galatia, having been kept by the Holy Spirit from preaching the word in the province of Asia. When they came to the border of Mysia, they tried to enter Bithynia, but the Spirit of Jesus would not allow them."
Divine InterventionGod's movements are also a central theme in the Bible, illustrating His sovereignty and involvement in human history. The movement of God is often depicted as a powerful force that brings about His will. In
Genesis 1:2 , the Spirit of God is described as moving over the waters during creation: "Now the earth was formless and void, and darkness was over the surface of the deep. And the Spirit of God was hovering over the surface of the waters."
The movement of God is also evident in the life of Jesus Christ. His incarnation, ministry, crucifixion, and resurrection are divine moves that fulfill God's redemptive plan for humanity. In
John 1:14 , it is written, "The Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us. We have seen His glory, the glory of the one and only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth."
Symbolic MovementSymbolic movement in the Bible often represents spiritual truths or prophetic actions. For instance, the movement of the Ark of the Covenant symbolizes God's presence with His people. In
2 Samuel 6:2 , David moves the Ark to Jerusalem, signifying the centrality of God's presence in the life of Israel: "And David and all his men went to Baale of Judah to bring up from there the ark of God, which is called by the Name—the name of the LORD of Hosts, who is enthroned between the cherubim that are on it."
In prophetic literature, movements often symbolize future events or divine judgments. Ezekiel's visions, for example, include symbolic movements that convey God's messages to Israel.
Greek
5054. teleute -- a finishing, end, ie death... 5054 (), used only in Mt 2:15, expresses (consummation) in terms of how --
down to day He
moves each person off the scene of earth (cf.
...Strong's Hebrew
2123a. ziz -- moving things (ie beasts)... 2123, 2123a. ziz. 2123b . moving things (ie beasts). Transliteration:
ziz Short Definition:
moves. Word Origin from an unused word
...5068. nadab -- to incite, impel
... impel NASB Word Usage freewill offering (1), given as a freewill offering (1), made
offering (1), make offerings willingly (1), moved (2),moves (1), offer (1...
1980. halak -- to go, come, walk
... 1), lead (2), leads (1), leave (1), leave* (3), led (14), left (2), live (1), living
(1), march (4), marches (1), move (2), moved (8),moves (1), moving (1...
7430. ramas -- to creep, move lightly, move about
... Word Origin a prim. root Definition to creep, move lightly, move about NASB Word
Usage creep (1), creeps (7), moved (1),moves (6), prowl about (1), swarm (1)....
5472. sug -- to move away, backslide
... root Definition to move away, backslide NASB Word Usage backslider (1), drawing
(1), move (4),moves (1), remove (1), turn (2), turn back (1), turned (8...
6275. atheq -- to move, proceed, advance
... root Definition to move, proceed, advance NASB Word Usage become old (1), continue
(1), failed (1), moved (1), moved away (1),moves (1), proceeded (1...
Library
Whether the WillMoves the Intellect?
... OF THE WILL (FIVE ARTICLES) Whether the willmoves the intellect?... Objection 2: Further,
whatmoves is not moved by what is moved, except perhaps accidentally....
Whether the WillMoves Itself?
... OF THAT WHICHMOVES THE WILL (SIX ARTICLES) Whether the willmoves itself?... Therefore
nothingmoves itself. Neither, therefore, can the will move itself....
Of that whichMoves the Will (Six Articles)
... OF THAT WHICHMOVES THE WILL (SIX ARTICLES). We must now consider whatmoves
the will: and under this head there are six points of inquiry:...
Whether GodMoves the Created Intellect Immediately?
... OF THE CHANGE OF CREATURES BY GOD (EIGHT ARTICLES) Whether Godmoves the created
intellect immediately?... Now Godmoves the created intellect in both ways....
Sells Out at Alexandria.Moves to Crittenden. Preaches There and...
... CHAPTER XII. Sells Out at Alexandria.Moves to Crittenden. Preaches there and at
Williamstown.... One-Man System.Moves to New Liberty. Visits Mount Byrd....
How one CreatureMoves Another (Four Articles)
... HOW ONE CREATUREMOVES ANOTHER (FOUR ARTICLES). We next consider how one
creaturemoves another. This consideration will be threefold...
Whether one AngelMoves Another Angel's Will?
... HOW ONE CREATUREMOVES ANOTHER (FOUR ARTICLES) Whether one angelmoves another
angel's will?... Therefore one angelmoves another angel's will....
Showing How God Possesses andMoves the Soul Both in a Natural and...
... THE SECOND BOOK CHAPTER XLIX. SHOWING HOW GOD POSSESSES ANDMOVES THE SOUL
BOTH IN A NATURAL AND A SUPERNATURAL WAY. Now mark well...
HeMoves to Mt. Byrd. Debate with JW Fitch. Preaches at Madison...
... PART I."AUTOBIOGRAPHY. CHAPTER XIV. HeMoves to Mt. Byrd. Debate with JW Fitch.... He
Moves to Mt. Byrd. Debate with JW Fitch. Preaches at Madison, Ind....
GodMoves in a Mysterious Way
... THE CHRISTIAN YEAR Sundays After Trinity: Faith 216. Godmoves in a mysterious way.
CM... William Croft, 1708. William Cowper, 1774. Godmoves in a mysterious way....
Thesaurus
Moves (30 Occurrences)... Multi-Version Concordance
Moves (30 Occurrences). Genesis 1:21 God created
the large sea creatures, and every living creature that
...Bird (65 Occurrences)
... Genesis 1:21 God created the large sea creatures, and every living creature that
moves, with which the waters swarmed, after their kind, and every winged bird...
Effectual (8 Occurrences)
... The Revised Version renders appropriately: "The supplication of a righteous man
availeth much in its working", ie, "itmoves the hand of Him whomoves the world...
Mover (1 Occurrence)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (n.) A person or thing thatmoves, stirs,
or changes place. 2. (n.) A person or thing that imparts...
Move (113 Occurrences)
... place or posture in any manner; to set in motion; to carry, convey, draw, or push
from one place to another; to impel; to stir; as, the windmoves a vessel...
Creeping (43 Occurrences)
... Genesis 8:19 Every animal, every creeping thing, and every bird, whatevermoves
on the earth, after their families, went out of the ship....
Moveth (18 Occurrences)
Sin (782 Occurrences)
... The fruit of the tree is pleasant to look upon; it is good to eat; it is to be desired
to make one wise; moreover, the temptermoves upon the woman by the...
Redeemer (42 Occurrences)
... not minimize the force of the Scriptural idea that God is the Deliverer from all
misfortune to which man falls heir, but the Scriptural emphasismoves more and...
Redemption (46 Occurrences)
... not minimize the force of the Scriptural idea that God is the Deliverer from all
misfortune to which man falls heir, but the Scriptural emphasismoves more and...
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