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In the Bible, mornings hold significant spiritual and symbolic meaning, often representing new beginnings, divine intervention, and the faithfulness of God. The concept of morning is frequently associated with light, renewal, and the mercies of God, contrasting with the darkness and trials of night.
Creation and OrderThe concept of morning is introduced in the creation narrative. In
Genesis 1:5, the cycle of evening and morning marks the completion of the first day: "God called the light 'day,' and the darkness He called 'night.' And there was evening, and there was morning—the first day." This pattern continues throughout the creation account, establishing a divine order and rhythm to time.
Divine Encounters and RevelationsMornings are often depicted as times of divine encounters and revelations. In
Exodus 34:2, God instructs Moses, "Be ready in the morning, and come up on Mount Sinai to present yourself to Me there on the mountaintop." This highlights the morning as a time for meeting with God and receiving His commandments.
Worship and DevotionThe morning is a significant time for worship and devotion.
Psalm 5:3 reflects the psalmist's commitment to seeking God early: "In the morning, O LORD, You hear my voice; at daybreak I lay my plea before You and wait in expectation." This verse underscores the importance of beginning the day with prayer and reliance on God.
God’s Faithfulness and MercyMornings symbolize the renewal of God's mercies and faithfulness.
Lamentations 3:22-23 declares, "Because of the LORD’s loving devotion we are not consumed, for His mercies never fail. They are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness!" This passage reassures believers of God's constant and unfailing love, renewed with each dawn.
Joy and DeliveranceThe morning is often associated with joy and deliverance following a period of trial or sorrow.
Psalm 30:5 states, "For His anger is fleeting, but His favor lasts a lifetime; weeping may stay the night, but joy comes in the morning." This verse captures the hope and restoration that morning brings after a night of distress.
Resurrection and New LifeThe resurrection of Jesus Christ, which took place early in the morning, is the ultimate symbol of new life and victory over death. In
Matthew 28:1, it is recorded, "After the Sabbath, at dawn on the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to see the tomb." The morning of the resurrection signifies the dawn of a new covenant and the promise of eternal life.
Prophetic ImageryProphetic literature often uses morning imagery to convey messages of hope and judgment. In
Isaiah 58:8, the prophet speaks of righteousness breaking forth like the dawn: "Then your light will break forth like the dawn, and your healing will come quickly." This imagery emphasizes the transformative power of God's intervention.
ConclusionThroughout Scripture, mornings are depicted as times of renewal, divine encounter, and the manifestation of God's faithfulness. They serve as a reminder of the hope and new beginnings available to believers through God's grace and mercy.
Strong's Hebrew
1242. boqer -- morn- ing... Word Origin from baqar Definition morn- ing NASB Word Usage dawn (1), dawn* (2),
day (1), daybreak (1), every morning (5), morning (195),
mornings (2), soon (1
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Mornings (4 Occurrences)... Multi-Version Concordance
Mornings (4 Occurrences). Job 7:18 And inspectest
him in the
mornings, In the evenings dost try him? (YLT).
...Evenings (15 Occurrences)
... sweet odour to Jehovah. (DBY YLT). Job 7:18 And inspectest him in themornings,
In the evenings dost try him? (YLT). Jeremiah 5:6...
2300 (1 Occurrence)
... 2300 (1 Occurrence). Daniel 8:14 He said to me, To two thousand and three hundred
evenings andmornings; then shall the sanctuary be cleansed. (See NAS NIV)....
Victorious (17 Occurrences)
... (See JPS). Daniel 8:14 And he said unto me, Unto two thousand and three hundred
evenings andmornings; then shall the sanctuary be cleansed. (See JPS)....
Vindicated (10 Occurrences)
... (See RSV). Daniel 8:14 And he said unto me, Until two thousand and three hundred
evenings andmornings: then shall the sanctuary be vindicated. (DBY)....
Inspectest (2 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Inspectest (2 Occurrences). Job 7:18 And inspectest
him in themornings, In the evenings dost try him? (YLT)....
Far-off (14 Occurrences)
... Daniel 8:26 And the vision of evenings andmornings which has been talked of is
true: and keep the vision secret; for it has to do with the far-off future....
Reconsecrated (1 Occurrence)
... Reconsecrated (1 Occurrence). Daniel 8:14 He said to me, To two thousand and three
hundred evenings andmornings; then shall the sanctuary be cleansed....
Morning-dawn (2 Occurrences)
Morning-dawn. Morning, Morning-dawn.Mornings . Multi-Version Concordance...
(DBY). Morning, Morning-dawn.Mornings . Reference Bible.
Morning's (3 Occurrences)
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