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The concept of "compose" in the biblical context can be understood through various lenses, including the creation of music, literature, and the ordering of one's spirit. The act of composing is seen as a reflection of divine creativity and order, as God Himself is the ultimate Creator and Composer of the universe.
Music and WorshipIn the Bible, music plays a significant role in worship and expression of faith. The Psalms, many of which are attributed to King David, are prime examples of composed songs used in worship. David, known as "the sweet psalmist of Israel" (
2 Samuel 23:1), composed numerous psalms that express a wide range of emotions, from lament to praise. These compositions were intended for use in temple worship and personal devotion, highlighting the importance of music in spiritual life.
The Levites were appointed to compose and perform music in the temple. In
1 Chronicles 25:1, it is recorded, "David and the commanders of the army set apart for the service some of the sons of Asaph, Heman, and Jeduthun, who were to prophesy with lyres, harps, and cymbals." This indicates that composing music was not only an artistic endeavor but also a prophetic and spiritual one.
Literature and ScriptureThe Bible itself is a composed work, a collection of divinely inspired texts written by various authors over centuries. The process of composing Scripture involved human authors who were guided by the Holy Spirit to convey God's message. As
2 Timothy 3:16 states, "All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for instruction, for conviction, for correction, and for training in righteousness."
The composition of biblical texts required careful attention to detail, structure, and purpose. The Gospel of Luke, for example, begins with an introduction that highlights the author's intent to compose an orderly account: "Therefore, since I myself have carefully investigated everything from the beginning, it seemed good also to me to write an orderly account for you, most excellent Theophilus" (
Luke 1:3).
Order and PeaceThe concept of composing oneself, or maintaining order and peace within one's spirit, is also present in Scripture. The apostle Paul encourages believers to live in peace and order, reflecting the character of God. In
1 Corinthians 14:33 , Paul writes, "For God is not a God of disorder, but of peace." This verse underscores the importance of composure and orderliness in the life of a believer, both in personal conduct and in corporate worship.
Furthermore, the fruit of the Spirit includes peace and self-control (
Galatians 5:22-23), qualities that contribute to a composed and orderly life. Believers are called to compose their lives in a manner that reflects the peace and order of God, serving as a testimony to His transformative power.
ConclusionThe act of composing, whether in music, literature, or personal conduct, is deeply rooted in the biblical narrative. It reflects the creativity, order, and peace that are inherent in God's character and His creation. Through the composition of music and Scripture, as well as the cultivation of a composed spirit, believers are invited to participate in the divine act of creation and to reflect God's glory in their lives.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
1. (
v. t.) To form by putting together two or more things or parts; to put together; to make up; to fashion.
2. (v. t.) To form the substance of, or part of the substance of; to constitute.
3. (v. t.) To construct by mental labor; to design and execute, or put together, in a manner involving the adaptation of forms of expression to ideas, or to the laws of harmony or proportion; as, to compose a sentence, a sermon, a symphony, or a picture.
4. (v. t.) To dispose in proper form; to reduce to order; to put in proper state or condition; to adjust; to regulate.
5. (v. t.) To free from agitation or disturbance; to tranquilize; to soothe; to calm; to quiet.
6. (v. t.) To arrange (types) in a composing stick in order for printing; to set (type).
7. (v. i.) To come to terms.
Greek
392. anatassomai -- to arrange in order... in order. Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: anatassomai Phonetic Spelling:
(an-at-as'-som-ahee) Short Definition: I arrange, draw up,
compose Definition: I
...4925. sunoikodomeo -- to build together, fig. to build up together
... build together. From sun and oikodomeo; to construct, ie (passively) tocompose
(in company with other Christians, figuratively) -- build together....
Strong's Hebrew
8626. taqan -- to become straight... set in order, make straight. A primitive root; to equalize, ie Straighten (intransitive
or transitive); figuratively, to
compose -- set in order, make straight.
...2266. chabar -- to unite, be joined, to tie a magic knot or spell...
... charm NASB Word Usage alliance is made (1), allied (4), attached (1), attaching
(1), came as allies (1), caster (1), casts (1), compact (1),compose (1), form...
7737. shavah -- to agree with, be like, resemble
... A primitive root; properly, to level, ie Equalize; figuratively, to resemble; by
implication, to adjust (ie Counterbalance, be suitable,compose, place, yield...
Library
Concerning the Interpretations whichCompose the Reason of the...
... Book VII. Chapter 19."Concerning the Interpretations WhichCompose the Reason
of the Worship of Saturn. They said, says Varro, that...
It is Permissible for a Preacher to Deliver to the People what Has...
... sermon in itself. 63. There are, indeed, some men who have a good delivery,
but cannotcompose anything to deliver. Now, if such...
There Are, Indeed, Some Men who have a Good Delivery...
... There are, indeed, some men who have a good delivery? 62. There are, indeed, some
men who have a good delivery, but cannotcompose anything to deliver....
To the Rev. J. Jowett
... was ever printed from before, has been brought out in the Mandchou language; two
rude Esthonian peasants, who previously could barelycompose with decency in a...
For Eight Years Gregory Has Given up the Practice Of
... Besides, it is now eight years since I chanced myself to utter orcompose any speech,
whether long or short; neither in that period have I heard any other...
Chapter i
... Before we produce any particular testimony to the activity and sufferings which
compose the subject of our first assertion, it will be proper to consider the...
Organization.
... State in the English language. The members of the German Tennessee Synod
may also help tocompose this Synod. It shall be governed...
That There was in Her Monastery a Brother, on whom a Gift of Song...
... Others of the English nation after him attempted tocompose religious poems, but
none could equal him, for he did not learn the art of poetry from men, neither...
How Scripture Warns us against Making Many Books.
... of making many books," two things appear to be indicated by it: first, that we ought
not to possess many books, and then that we ought not tocompose many books...
When These Things had Been Read, the Holy Synod Decreed that it is...
... When these things had been read, the holy Synod decreed that it is unlawful for
any man to bring forward, or to write, or tocompose a different (heteran...
Thesaurus
Compose (1 Occurrence)... or put together, in a manner involving the adaptation of forms of expression to
ideas, or to the laws of harmony or proportion; as, to
compose a sentence, a
...Write (865 Occurrences)
... 3. (vt) Hence, tocompose or produce, as an author.... 9. (vi) Tocompose or send
letters. Multi-Version Concordance Write (865 Occurrences)....
Indite
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (vt) Tocompose; to write; to be author of; to dictate;
to prompt.... 4. (vi) Tocompose; to write, as a poem. Int....
Settle (63 Occurrences)
... a minister. 6. (n.) To cause to be no longer in a disturbed condition;
to render quiet; to still; to calm; tocompose. 7. (n.) To...
Weave (4 Occurrences)
... 2. (vt) To form, as cloth, by interlacing threads; tocompose, as a texture of any
kind, by putting together textile materials; as, to weave broadcloth; to...
Dictate (2 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (vt) To tell or utter so that another may write down;
to inspire; tocompose; as, to dictate a letter to an amanuensis....
Make (12882 Occurrences)
... 14. (vt) Tocompose, as parts, ingredients, or materials; to constitute; to form;
to amount to. 15.... 21. (vi) Tocompose verses; to write poetry; to versify....
Pen (16 Occurrences)
... 5. (n.) The internal shell of a squid. 6. (n.) A female swan. 7. (vt) To write;
tocompose and commit to paper; tocompose; as, to pen a sonnet....
Composed (8 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (imp. & pp) ofCompose. 2. (a.) Free from agitation;
calm; sedate; quiet; tranquil; self-possessed. Multi-Version Concordance...
Compile (1 Occurrence)
... 3. (vt) To put together in a new form out of materials already existing; esp., to
put together orcompose out of materials from other books or documents....
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