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In the biblical context, "movement" can refer to both physical and spiritual dynamics, encompassing the actions of God, individuals, and nations. The concept of movement is integral to understanding the unfolding of God's plan throughout Scripture.
Divine MovementGod's movement is often depicted as both transcendent and immanent. In
Genesis 1:2, the Spirit of God is described as "hovering over the surface of the waters," indicating divine activity in creation. This movement signifies God's active presence in bringing order out of chaos.
Throughout the Old Testament, God's movement is evident in His guidance and intervention in the lives of His people. In Exodus, God leads the Israelites out of Egypt with a pillar of cloud by day and a pillar of fire by night (
Exodus 13:21). This divine movement not only provides direction but also symbolizes God's protective presence.
Human MovementHuman movement in the Bible often reflects obedience or disobedience to God's commands. Abraham's journey from Ur to the Promised Land (
Genesis 12:1-4) exemplifies faithful movement in response to God's call. Conversely, Jonah's initial flight from God's command to go to Nineveh (
Jonah 1:3) illustrates movement in rebellion.
The New Testament continues this theme with the Great Commission, where Jesus commands His disciples to "go and make disciples of all nations" (
Matthew 28:19). This directive emphasizes the importance of movement in spreading the Gospel and expanding the Kingdom of God.
Spiritual MovementSpiritual movement involves the transformation and growth of individuals and communities in their relationship with God. The Apostle Paul speaks of this in
Philippians 3:13-14, where he describes pressing on toward the goal for the prize of the heavenly calling. This movement is characterized by a continual pursuit of Christlikeness and spiritual maturity.
The movement of the Holy Spirit is also a key aspect of spiritual dynamics. In
Acts 2, the Holy Spirit descends upon the apostles at Pentecost, empowering them to speak in various tongues and boldly proclaim the Gospel. This event marks a significant movement in the early church, leading to the rapid spread of Christianity.
National and Historical MovementThe movement of nations and peoples is a recurring theme in biblical history. The Israelites' exodus from Egypt and subsequent wanderings in the wilderness (Exodus 12-40) are pivotal movements that shape their identity as God's chosen people. Similarly, the Babylonian exile and the eventual return to Jerusalem (
2 Chronicles 36:20-23) reflect God's sovereign hand in the rise and fall of nations.
Prophetic literature often speaks of future movements, such as the gathering of Israel from the nations (
Isaiah 11:12) and the establishment of God's eternal kingdom (
Daniel 2:44). These movements underscore the eschatological hope of God's ultimate plan for redemption and restoration.
ConclusionMovement in the Bible encompasses a wide range of actions and events, each contributing to the overarching narrative of God's interaction with His creation. Whether through divine intervention, human response, spiritual growth, or historical shifts, movement is a dynamic force that propels the biblical account forward.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
1. (
n.) The act of moving; change of place or posture; transference, by any means, from one situation to another; natural or appropriate motion; progress; advancement; as, the movement of an army in marching or maneuvering; the movement of a wheel or a machine; the party of movement.
2. (n.) Motion of the mind or feelings; emotion.
3. (n.) Manner or style of moving; as, a slow, or quick, or sudden, movement.
4. (n.) The rhythmical progression, pace, and tempo of a piece.
5. (n.) One of the several strains or pieces, each complete in itself, with its own time and rhythm, which make up a larger work; as, the several movements of a suite or a symphony.
6. (n.) A system of mechanism for transmitting motion of a definite character, or for transforming motion; as, the wheelwork of a watch.
Greek
4493. rhipe -- any rapidmovement, spec. a twinkling (of lights or...... 4492, 4493. rhipe. 4494 . any rapid
movement, spec. a twinkling
... rapid
movement.
Word Origin from rhipto Definition any rapid
movement, spec.
...1271. dianoia -- the mind, disposition, thought
... 1271 (from 1223 , "thoroughly, from side-to-side," which intensifies 3539 , "to
use the mind," from 3563 , "mind") -- properly,movement from one side (of an...
277. ametakinetos -- immovable
... 277 (an adjective, derived from 1 "not" and 3334 , "move away from") --
properly, withoutmovement or change of status (location)....
1261. dialogismos -- a reasoning
... Spelling: (dee-al-og-is-mos') Short Definition: a calculation, reasoning, thought,
plotting Definition: a calculation, reasoning, thought,movement of thought...
926. barus -- heavy
... oppressive force. Such a grievous burden makes a person unable to function
(enjoy freemovement). See 922 (). Word Origin a prim. word...
5289. hupostole -- a letting down, a shrinking back
... drawing back. Cognate: 5289 -- properly, "draw down (under)," ie shrink
(draw) back in ;movement (spiritually). See 5288 (). Word...
4017. periblepo -- to look around
... [This explains why 4017 () is always in the Greek voice which accents the -- like
themovement of the eyes expressed with the looking (, 813).]....
747. archegos -- founder, leader
... 747 () does not strictly mean "author," but rather "a person who is or of amovement
and continues as the leader -- ie 'pioneer leader, founding leader' " (, 1...
Strong's Hebrew
1902. higgayon -- resounding music, meditation, musing... Intensive from hagah; a murmuring sound, ie A musical notation (probably similar
to the modern affettuoso to indicate solemnity of
movement); by implication, a
...5270. Noah -- a woman of Manasseh
... Word Origin from nua Definition a woman of Manasseh NASB Word Usage Noah (4). Noah.
From nuwa';movement; Noah, an Israelitess -- Noah. see HEBREW nuwa'....
Library
A MinorityMovement.
... The Coming Victory A MinorityMovement. Yet... passing. The great fact to mark
is that never has the missionarymovement bulked so large....
WhetherMovement is a Cause of Pleasure?
... OF THE CAUSE OF PLEASURE (EIGHT ARTICLES) Whethermovement is a cause of pleasure?
Objection 1: It would seem thatmovement is not a cause of pleasure....
Whether theMovement of an Angel is Instantaneous?
... OF THE LOCALMOVEMENT OF THE ANGELS (THREE ARTICLES) Whether themovement
of an angel is instantaneous? Objection 1: It would seem...
Whether theMovement of the Saints Will be Instantaneous?
... OF THE AGILITY OF THE BODIES OF THE BLESSED (THREE ARTICLES) Whether the
movement of the saints will be instantaneous? Objection...
Whether aMovement of the Free Will against Sin is Required for...
... Article Five Whether aMovement of the Free Will against Sin is required
for the justification of the ungodly. Whether aMovement...
Whether aMovement of Faith is Required for the Justification of...
... OF THE EFFECTS OF GRACE (TEN ARTICLES) Whether amovement of faith is required
for the justification of the ungodly? Objection 1...
Whether aMovement of the Free Will is Required for the...
... Article Three Whether aMovement of the Free Will is required for the
Justification of the Ungodly. Whether aMovement of the Free...
Whether aMovement of Faith is Reojuired for the Justification of...
... Article Four Whether aMovement of Faith is reojuired for the Justification
of the Ungodly. Whether aMovement of Faith is reojuired...
Whether theMovement of the Heavenly Bodies Will Cease?
... OF THE QUALITY OF THE WORLD AFTER THE JUDGMENT (FIVE ARTICLES) Whether
themovement of the heavenly bodies will cease? Objection...
Of the LocalMovement of the Angels (Three Articles)
... OF THE LOCALMOVEMENT OF THE ANGELS (THREE ARTICLES). We must... intervening space?
(3) Whether the angel'smovement is in time or instantaneous?...
Thesaurus
Movement (1 Occurrence)... of place or posture; transference, by any means, from one situation to another;
natural or appropriate motion; progress; advancement; as, the
movement of an
...Motion (8 Occurrences)
... 1. (n.) The act, process, or state of changing place or position;movement; the
passing of a body from one place or position to another, whether voluntary or...
March (41 Occurrences)
... 7. (n.) The act of marching; amovement of soldiers from one stopping place
to another; military progress; advance of troops. 8. (n...
Stroke (26 Occurrences)
... soreness. 4. (n.) The striking of the clock to tell the hour. 5. (n.) A gentle,
caressing touch ormovement upon something; a stroking. 6...
Flow (85 Occurrences)
... 13. (n.) A continuousmovement of something abundant; as, a flow of words.
14. (n.) Any gentle, gradualmovement or procedure of...
Strain (5 Occurrences)
... 19. (n.) A portion of music divided off by a double bar; a complete musical period
or sentence; amovement, or any rounded subdivision of amovement. 20....
Jehoiakim (37 Occurrences)
... ravages of the Chaldeans against a people more righteous than they, with a sense
of the value of steadfast faith and of Yahweh's world-movement and purpose...
Quotations
... CONSTRUCTIVE PRINCIPLES OF NEW TESTAMENT QUOTATION 1. Unity of the Two Dispensations
2. BiblicalMovement Planned from the Beginning 3. The Old Testament...
Korahites (7 Occurrences)
... as a part of the preparation for building the temple, under the influence of the
family traditions of the prophet Samuel; and that themovement continued in...
Sons (2429 Occurrences)
... as a part of the preparation for building the temple, under the influence of the
family traditions of the prophet Samuel; and that themovement continued in...
Resources
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