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The term "rolled" in the Bible often refers to the action of moving or turning something over, typically in the context of stones or scrolls. This action is significant in several biblical narratives and carries symbolic meaning in various contexts.
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Rolled Stones: One of the most notable instances of a stone being rolled is found in the resurrection account of Jesus Christ. In the Gospel of Matthew, it is recorded that an angel of the Lord descended from heaven and rolled back the stone from the entrance of the tomb (
Matthew 28:2). This act signifies the divine intervention and the power of God over death, marking the triumph of Jesus' resurrection. The rolling away of the stone is a pivotal moment that underscores the empty tomb and the fulfillment of prophecy.
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Symbolism of Rolled Stones: The act of rolling away stones can symbolize the removal of obstacles or barriers. In the Old Testament, stones were often used to seal wells or tombs, and their removal indicated access or revelation. For instance, in
Genesis 29:10, Jacob rolls the stone away from the mouth of the well to water his uncle Laban's sheep, demonstrating his strength and initiative.
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Rolled Scrolls: In the context of scrolls, the term "rolled" is used to describe the action of unrolling or rolling up a scroll, which was the primary form of written documents in biblical times. In the book of Jeremiah, the prophet is instructed to write on a scroll all the words spoken to him by the Lord, which would later be read aloud to the people (
Jeremiah 36:2). The rolling and unrolling of scrolls signify the dissemination and preservation of God's word.
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Prophetic Imagery: The imagery of rolling is also present in prophetic literature. In
Isaiah 34:4, the heavens are described as being rolled up like a scroll, a vivid depiction of cosmic transformation and divine judgment. This imagery conveys the idea of the end times and the ultimate authority of God over creation.
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Cultural and Historical Context: Understanding the cultural and historical context of rolling stones and scrolls enhances the interpretation of these passages. Stones were commonly used to seal tombs and wells, serving practical purposes in ancient societies. Scrolls, made of papyrus or parchment, were the standard medium for recording important texts, including legal documents and sacred scriptures.
In summary, the concept of "rolled" in the Bible is rich with meaning, encompassing themes of resurrection, revelation, and divine power. Whether referring to the physical act of moving a stone or the symbolic act of unrolling a scroll, the term carries significant theological implications within the biblical narrative.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
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imp. & p. p.) of Roll.
Greek
2777. kephalis -- a little head, a roll... From kephale; properly, a knob, ie (by implication) a roll (by extension from the
end of a stick on which the manuscript was
rolled) -- volume.
...352a. anakulio -- to roll away or back
... Word Origin from ana and kulio Definition to roll away or back NASB Word Usagerolled
away (1). 352, 352a. anakulio. 352b . Strong's Numbers.
617. apokulio -- to roll away
... away. Word Origin from apo and kulio Definition to roll away NASB Word Usage
roll away (1),rolled away (2). roll away, roll back....
1794. entulisso -- to wrap up
... Word Origin from en and tulisso (to twist) Definition to wrap up NASB Word
Usagerolled (1), wrapped (2). wrap together, fold up....
1667. helisso -- to roll up, to coil
... Word Origin a form of heilisso Definition to roll up, to coil NASB Word Usage roll
(1),rolled (1). fold up. A form of heilisso; to coil or wrap -- fold up....
257. halon -- a threshing floor
... floor. Probably from the base of heilisso; a threshing-floor (asrolled hard), ie
(figuratively) the grain (and chaff, as just threshed) -- floor....
4351. proskulio -- to roll to
... to, roll up against. Word Origin from pros and kulio Definition to roll to
NASB Word Usagerolled (2). roll to. From pros and kulioo...
Strong's Hebrew
1556. galal -- to roll, roll away... root Definition to roll, roll away NASB Word Usage commit (3), lay wallowing (1),
roll (5), roll you down (1), roll down (1),
rolled (3),
rolled away (1
...7088. qaphad -- gather together, roll up
... 7087b, 7088. qaphad. 7089 . gather together, roll up. Transliteration: qaphad
Phonetic Spelling: (kaw-fad') Short Definition:rolled. Word Origin a prim....
1530. gal -- a heap, wave, billow
... From galal; somethingrolled, ie A heap of stone or dung (plural ruins), by analogy,
a spring of water (plural waves) -- billow, heap, spring, wave....
5674a. abar -- to pass over, through, or by, pass on
... 1), passing through (2), past (6), perish (1), proceed (1), proceeded (1), proceeding
(2), put away (2), remove (1), removed (2), repealed (1),rolled (1), run...
1558. galal -- an account
... because of, for sake. From galal; a circumstance (asrolled around); only used
adverbially, on account of -- because of, for (sake). see HEBREW galal....
1560. gelal -- a rolling
... great. (Aramaic) from a root corresponding to galal; weight or size (as ifrolled) --
great. see HEBREW galal. 1559, 1560. gelal. 1561 . Strong's Numbers.
193. uwl -- the body, belly
... mighty, strength From an unused root meaning to twist, ie (by implication) be strong;
the body (as beingrolled together); also powerful -- mighty, strength....
Library
The Stone isRolled Away,
... PASSIONTIDE AND EASTER The stone isrolled away,. tr., John Brownlie 6.6.8.6.8.8.
I. The stone isrolled away,. The Christ hath left the tomb;...
StonesRolled Away and Other Addresses to Young Men
StonesRolled Away and Other Addresses to Young Men. <. StonesRolled Away
and Other Addresses to Young Men Henry Drummond. Table of Contents....
April the Third the StoneRolled Away
... APRIL The Third THE STONEROLLED AWAY. MARK xvi.1-8. I am always wondering
who will roll away the stone! There is a great obstacle...
"And they Found the StoneRolled Away from the Sepulchre. "
... 605. " "And they found the stonerolled away from the sepulchre.". 605. LM6l. Sarah
F. Adams. "And they found the stonerolled away from the sepulchre."....
StonesRolled Away
StonesRolled Away and Other Addresses to Young Men. <.... I STONESROLLED
AWAY. Gentlemen, I am very much astonished at this spectacle....
But Celsus Challenges the Account Also that an AngelRolled Away...
... Chapter LVIII. But Celsus challenges the account also that an angelrolled
away the stone from the? But Celsus challenges the...
StonesRolled Away and Other Addresses to Young Men
StonesRolled Away and Other Addresses to Young Men. <.... Title Page.
STONESROLLED AWAY AND. OTHER ADDRESSES TO YOUNG MEN. BY....
And when the Circle of Three Years hadRolled Round...
... Chapter 6. And when the circle of three years hadrolled round? And when
the circle of three years hadrolled round, and the time...
Introduction
StonesRolled Away and Other Addresses to Young Men. <.... Many a man who was
down was set upon his feet. Many a stone of difficulty wasrolled away....
Angels Announce the Resurrection to Certain Women. Peter and John...
... a 2 And behold, there was a great earthquake; for an angel of the Lord descended
from heaven, and came androlled away the stone, and sat upon it.3 His...
Thesaurus
Rolled (38 Occurrences)... Noah Webster's Dictionary (imp. & pp) of Roll. Multi-Version Concordance
Rolled (38 Occurrences). Matthew 27:60 and laid it in his
...Watered (28 Occurrences)
... Theyrolled the stone from the well's mouth, and watered the sheep, and put the
stone again on the well's mouth in its place. (WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT)....
Beth-le-aphrah (1 Occurrence)
... There seems to be a play upon the name in the sentence, "at Beth le-`apharah have
Irolled myself in the dust," `aphrah meaning "dust," and possibly another on...
Stamped (27 Occurrences)
... Isaiah 9:5 For all the armor of the armed man in the tumult, and the garmentsrolled
in blood, shall be for burning, for fuel of fire. (See JPS)....
Sepulcher (48 Occurrences)
... Matthew 27:60 And laid it in his own new tomb, which he had hewn out in the rock;
and herolled a great stone to the door of the sepulcher, and departed. (WBS)....
Sepulchre (57 Occurrences)
... Matthew 27:60 And laid it in his own new tomb, which he had hewn out in the rock:
and herolled a great stone to the door of the sepulchre, and departed. (KJV)....
Tomb (70 Occurrences)
... Matthew 27:60 and laid it in his own new tomb, which he had cut out in the rock,
and herolled a great stone to the door of the tomb, and departed....
Door (249 Occurrences)
... Matthew 27:60 and laid it in his own new tomb, which he had cut out in the rock,
and herolled a great stone to the door of the tomb, and departed....
Roller (2 Occurrences)
... 6. (n.) A long cylinder on which something isrolled up; as, the roller of a man.
7. (n.) A small wheel, as of a caster, a roller skate, etc....
Gilgal (39 Occurrences)
... Here they kept their first Passover in the land of Canaan (5:10) and renewed the
rite of circumcision, and so "rolled away the reproach" of their Egyptian...
Resources
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