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The term "marvellous" in the Bible is often used to describe the wondrous works and attributes of God, His creation, and His interventions in the world. It conveys a sense of awe and reverence, highlighting the extraordinary nature of God's actions and character.
Divine Works and CreationThe Bible frequently uses "marvellous" to describe the works of God, particularly in the context of creation and His mighty acts. In
Psalm 139:14 , the psalmist declares, "I will praise You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; marvellous are Your works, and I know this very well." This verse emphasizes the intricate and awe-inspiring nature of God's creation, reflecting His wisdom and power.
Miracles and DeliveranceGod's interventions in history, especially His miracles and acts of deliverance, are often described as marvellous. In
Exodus 15:11 , after the Israelites' deliverance from Egypt, Moses and the Israelites sing, "Who among the gods is like You, O LORD? Who is like You—majestic in holiness, revered with praises, performing wonders?" Here, the marvellous acts of God are celebrated as evidence of His supremacy and faithfulness.
Prophetic FulfillmentThe fulfillment of prophecy is another context in which the term "marvellous" is used. In
Isaiah 29:14 , God declares, "Therefore I will again confound these people with wonder upon wonder. The wisdom of the wise will vanish, and the intelligence of the intelligent will be hidden." This passage highlights God's ability to bring about His purposes in ways that surpass human understanding, demonstrating His sovereignty and the marvellous nature of His plans.
The Person of Jesus ChristIn the New Testament, the marvellous nature of Jesus Christ's life, ministry, and resurrection is a central theme. The miracles performed by Jesus, such as healing the sick and raising the dead, are described as marvellous works that reveal His divine authority. In
Matthew 21:42 , Jesus refers to Himself as the cornerstone, quoting
Psalm 118:23: "This is from the Lord, and it is marvellous in our eyes." This underscores the marvellous nature of God's redemptive plan through Christ.
The Gospel and SalvationThe message of the Gospel and the gift of salvation are also considered marvellous. In
1 Peter 2:9 , believers are called "a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for God’s own possession, to proclaim the virtues of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvellous light." This passage highlights the transformative power of God's grace and the marvellous nature of the new life offered through faith in Jesus Christ.
Eternal GloryFinally, the marvellous nature of God's eternal kingdom and the hope of glory for believers is a recurring theme. In
Revelation 15:3 , those who have triumphed over the beast sing, "Great and marvellous are Your works, O Lord God Almighty! Just and true are Your ways, O King of the nations!" This vision of heavenly worship reflects the ultimate marvellous reality of God's eternal reign and the fulfillment of His promises.
Throughout Scripture, the term "marvellous" serves to magnify the greatness of God, His works, and His plans, inviting believers to respond with worship, trust, and awe.
Strong's Hebrew
6395. palah -- to be separated or distinct... A primitive root; to distinguish (literally or figuratively) -- put a difference,
show
marvellous, separate, set apart, sever, make wonderfully. 6394, 6395.
...6382. pele -- a wonder
... marvelous thing, wonderful. From pala'; a miracle --marvellous thing, wonder(-ful,
-fully). see HEBREW pala'. 6381, 6382. pele. 6383 . Strong's Numbers.
Library
Marvellous Increase of the Church
...Marvellous Increase of the Church. A Sermon (No.63). Delivered on Sabbath
Morning, January 27, 1856, by the. REV. CH SPURGEON. At New...
Christ'sMarvellous Giving
... Christ'sMarvellous Giving. A Sermon (No.3513). Published on Thursday, May 25th,
1916. Delivered by. CH SPURGEON,. At [21]the Metropolitan Tabernacle, Newington...
Since thoseMarvellous Works which from the Days of Moses were...
... Since thosemarvellous works which from the days of Moses were shown to the children
of Israel are attributed to Christ, it follows that He must have existed...
Love Has aMarvellous Property of Feeling in Another
... THE FIRST CENTURY 52 Love has amarvellous property of feeling in another.
Love has amarvellous property of feeling in another....
Marvellous History of the Death of a Gentleman who Died of Love on...
... PERFECTED IN PRAYER. CHAPTER XII.MARVELLOUS HISTORY OF THE DEATH OF A
GENTLEMAN WHO DIED OF LOVE ON MOUNT OLIVET. Besides what I...
"By the Assay of this Falling we Shall have an HighMarvellous...
... ANENT CERTAIN POINTS IN THE FOREGOING FOURTEEN REVELATIONS CHAPTER LXI "By the assay
of this falling we shall have an highmarvellous knowing of Love in God...
Let us See what Celsus Says Next, when He Adduces from History...
... Chapter XXVI. Let us see what Celsus says next, when he adduces from history
marvellous occurrences? Let us see what Celsus says...
The Method which Origen Used in his Theological and Metaphysical...
... Instructions. He Commends the Study of All Writers, the Atheistic Alone
Excepted. TheMarvellous Power of Persuasion in Speech. The...
The Story of God's Mighty Acts
... mothers would teach their children about Jesus walking on the water, or of his
multiplying the loaves of bread, or of hismarvellous transfiguration, or of the...
"The Shewing is not Other than of Faith, nor Less nor More"
... thinketh this poor creature thus: And what might this noble Lord do of more worship
and joy to me than to shew me that am so simple thismarvellous homeliness?...
Thesaurus
Marvellous (36 Occurrences)... Multi-Version Concordance
Marvellous (36 Occurrences). Matthew
... him? And what
are these
marvellous miracles which his hands perform? (WEY).
...Marvel (20 Occurrences)
... In Apocrypha we have "marvel" (Ecclesiasticus 11:13; 47:17:00; 2 Maccabees 1:22;
7:12); "marvelleth" (Ecclesiasticus 40:7; 43:18); "marvellous" (The Wisdom of...
Marvelous (30 Occurrences)
... In Apocrypha we have "marvel" (Ecclesiasticus 11:13; 47:17:00; 2 Maccabees 1:22;
7:12); "marvelleth" (Ecclesiasticus 40:7; 43:18); "marvellous" (The Wisdom of...
Marvels (21 Occurrences)
... (WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY RSV). 1 Chronicles 16:12 Remember Hismarvellous works that
He hath done, His wonders, and the judgments of His mouth; (See NAS)....
Wondrously (6 Occurrences)
... Isaiah 29:14 Therefore, behold, I will again do amarvellous work among this people,
even amarvellous work and a wonder; and the wisdom of their wise men...
Marvelously (4 Occurrences)
... Isaiah 29:14 Therefore, behold, I will again do amarvellous work among this people,
even amarvellous work and a wonder; and the wisdom of their wise men...
Prudence (9 Occurrences)
... Isaiah 29:14 therefore, behold, I will proceed to do amarvellous work among this
people, even amarvellous work and a wonder; and the wisdom of their wise men...
Lovingkindness (176 Occurrences)
... Psalms 17:7 Shew thymarvellous lovingkindness, O thou that savest by thy right
hand them which put their trust in thee from those that rise up against them....
Kingly (7 Occurrences)
... a holy nation, a people belonging specially to God, that you may make known the
perfections of Him who called you out of darkness into Hismarvellous light....
Unsearchable (8 Occurrences)
... RSV NIV). Job 5:9 Which doeth great things and unsearchable;marvellous things
without number: (KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS NAS RSV). Job 36...
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