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In the context of biblical literature, the term "shivers" is not directly mentioned in the Scriptures. However, the concept of shivering, often associated with cold, fear, or awe, can be inferred from various passages that describe human reactions to divine encounters, fearsome events, or harsh conditions.
Fear and AweThe Bible frequently describes the human response to the presence of God or His messengers as one of fear and trembling. This reaction can be likened to the physical sensation of shivering. In
Philippians 2:12 , believers are exhorted to "work out your salvation with fear and trembling," indicating a profound reverence and awe before God. Similarly, in
Daniel 10:7, Daniel describes his reaction to a vision: "I, Daniel, alone saw the vision, while the men who were with me did not see it. But a great terror fell upon them, and they ran and hid themselves." This terror could manifest physically as shivering.
Cold and Harsh ConditionsThe Bible also references cold and harsh conditions that could cause shivering. In
Genesis 31:40, Jacob recounts his hardships to Laban: "There I was—the heat consumed me by day and the frost by night, and sleep fled from my eyes." The mention of frost suggests exposure to cold, which naturally leads to shivering. Similarly, in
Acts 28:2, after Paul and his companions are shipwrecked on Malta, the islanders show them kindness: "The islanders showed us extraordinary kindness. They kindled a fire and welcomed all of us because it was raining and cold." The cold and wet conditions would likely have caused shivering among the shipwrecked.
Fear of JudgmentThe fear of divine judgment is another context where shivering might be an appropriate response. In
Isaiah 66:2 , God speaks of the one "who is humble and contrite in spirit, who trembles at My word." This trembling reflects a deep awareness of God's holiness and the seriousness of His commands. Similarly, in
Hebrews 10:31, the author warns, "It is a fearful thing to fall into the hands of the living God," suggesting a reaction of fear that could include shivering.
Symbolic UseShivering can also be seen symbolically in the Bible as a representation of spiritual or emotional states. In
Ezekiel 7:18, the prophet describes the reaction of the people to impending judgment: "They will put on sackcloth, and horror will cover them. Shame will be on all faces, and all heads will be shaved." The horror and shame described here could be accompanied by physical manifestations such as shivering.
In summary, while the Bible does not explicitly mention "shivers," the concept is present in descriptions of fear, awe, cold, and judgment. These instances reflect the human experience of encountering the divine, enduring harsh conditions, and facing the reality of God's holiness and justice.
Greek
4937. suntribo -- to break in pieces, crush... From sun and the base of tribos; to crush completely, ie To shatter (literally or
figuratively) -- break (in pieces), broken to
shivers (+ -hearted), bruise.
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"Lo, I Come": Application
... which assume a regular shape, and if you break them, each fragment will show the
same conformation; if you were to dash them toshivers, every particle of the...
Providence
... by a heavy wind, the entire building fell with an enormous crash three hours after
we had left it, splitting the huge timbers intoshivers, and rendering very...
The Fourth
... is, "to him will give power over the nations: And he shall rule them with a rod
of iron; as the vessels of a potter shall they be broken toshivers; even as I...
The Old Earth.
... The Earth is old, the Earth is cold, Sheshivers and complains; How many
Winters fierce and chill Have racked her limbs with pains!...
Faith in Christ
... the road to Damascus, when blind, bleeding, stunned, with all his self-confidence
driven out of him"with all that he had been crushed intoshivers"he saw...
The Millennium in Relation to the Church.
... end, to him will I give power over the nations: and he shall rule them with a rod
of iron; as the vessels of a potter shall they be broken toshivers: even as...
Letter Xliii. To Marcella.
... [910] Just as on the stage the same actor now figures as a brawny Hercules, now
softens into a tender Venus, nowshivers in the role of Cybele; so we"who, if...
Saul's Armor. 1Sam 17:38-40
... But faint was my resistance. When forced to join in fight: He broke my sword in
shivers,. And pierced my boasted shield; Laughed at my vain endeavors,....
The Night is Come, and all the World is Still.
... Even in trackless places, where the soul.Shivers to feel itself
imprison'd here. In the least part of some least rolling sphere....
The Empty Throne Filled
... And then a mighty and merciful handshivers the painted glass into fragments, because
it has been dimming 'the white radiance of Eternity.' And though the...
Thesaurus
Shivers (3 Occurrences)... Multi-Version Concordance
Shivers (3 Occurrences).
... Psalms 29:5 The voice of Jehovah
'is' shivering cedars, Yea, Jehovah
shivers the cedars of Lebanon. (YLT).
...Shivering (2 Occurrences)
... shaking 'is' Jehovah; (YLT). Psalms 29:5 The voice of Jehovah 'is' shivering
cedars, Yea, Jehovahshivers the cedars of Lebanon. (YLT)....
Vessels (210 Occurrences)
... (BBE). Revelation 2:27 And he shall rule them with a rod of iron; as the vessels
of a potter shall they be broken toshivers: even as I received of my Father....
Shiza (1 Occurrence)
Potter (14 Occurrences)
... Revelation 2:27 And he shall rule them with a rod of iron; as the vessels of a potter
shall they be broken toshivers: even as I received of my Father....
Broken (559 Occurrences)
... (BBE). Revelation 2:27 And he shall rule them with a rod of iron; as the vessels
of a potter shall they be broken toshivers: even as I received of my Father....
Resources
How did God use dreams and visions in the Bible? | GotQuestions.orgWhat does the Bible say about daydreaming? Is it wrong to daydream? | GotQuestions.orgShivers: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.comBible Concordance •
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