Topical Encyclopedia
The term "stamped" in the context of the Bible often refers to the act of pressing down or imprinting something with force. This action can be both literal and metaphorical, appearing in various passages to convey different meanings, from physical destruction to the imprinting of divine authority.
Old Testament UsageIn the Old Testament, "stamped" is frequently used to describe acts of destruction or judgment. For example, in
2 Kings 23:15, we read about King Josiah's reforms: "He also broke down the altar at Bethel, the high place made by Jeroboam son of Nebat, who had caused Israel to sin. Then he burned the high place, ground it to dust, and burned the Asherah pole as well." Here, the act of stamping is part of a broader effort to eradicate idolatry from the land, symbolizing the complete obliteration of false worship.
Similarly, in
Daniel 7:7, the term is used in a prophetic vision: "After this, as I watched in the night visions, I saw a fourth beast—terrifying and dreadful and exceedingly strong. It had large iron teeth; it devoured and crushed, and it trampled underfoot whatever was left." The stamping here represents the overwhelming power and destructive force of a kingdom that opposes God's people.
New Testament UsageIn the New Testament, the concept of stamping is less frequent but can be seen in metaphorical contexts. For instance, in
Romans 16:20, Paul writes, "The God of peace will soon crush Satan under your feet. The grace of our Lord Jesus be with you." The imagery of crushing or stamping underfoot signifies the ultimate victory of Christ over evil, a promise of hope and assurance for believers.
Symbolic and Theological ImplicationsThe act of stamping in the Bible often carries symbolic weight, representing divine judgment, authority, and victory. It underscores the power of God to destroy evil and establish His righteousness. In prophetic literature, stamping is a vivid image of the finality and totality of God's judgment against sin and rebellion.
In a broader theological sense, stamping can also be seen as the imprint of God's authority and ownership over His creation. Just as a seal or stamp marks something as belonging to someone, God's actions in history and prophecy mark His sovereign rule over the world.
Cultural and Historical ContextIn ancient Near Eastern cultures, stamping or trampling was a common metaphor for conquest and domination. Kings and rulers would often depict themselves as trampling their enemies underfoot in victory. This cultural backdrop enriches the biblical imagery, as it would have been a familiar concept to the original audience, emphasizing the might and supremacy of God over all earthly powers.
ConclusionThe concept of "stamped" in the Bible serves as a powerful reminder of God's authority and the ultimate triumph of His will. Whether through acts of judgment or promises of victory, the imagery of stamping underscores the certainty of God's plans and the assurance of His promises to His people.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
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imp. & p. p.) of Stamp.
Greek
5481. charakter -- a tool for engraving... From the same as charax; a graver (the tool or the person), ie (by implication)
engraving (("character"), the figure
stamped, ie An exact copy or (figuratively
...Strong's Hebrew
1917. haddam -- a member, limb... piece. (Aramaic) from a root corresponding to that of hadom; something
stamped to
pieces, ie A bit -- piece. see HEBREW hadom. 1916, 1917. haddam. 1918 .
...7554. raqa -- to beat, stamp, beat out, spread out
... root Definition to beat, stamp, beat out, spread out NASB Word Usage beaten (1),
hammered (2), plates (1), spread (3), spreading (1), stamp (1),stamped (2)....
7192. qesitah -- (unit of value), perhaps piece
... From an unused root (probably meaning to weigh out); an ingot (as definitely estimated
andstamped for a coin) -- piece of money (silver). 7191, 7192....
1869. darak -- to tread, march
... 1), archers* (1), bend (6), bends his bend (1), bent (6), come (1), guide (1), lead
(1), leads (2), led (2), march (1), set foot (2), shot (1),stamped firm (1...
Library
Blessed be that First Day of Thine, Lord, Wherewith this Day of...
... Hymn III. Blessed be that first day of thine, Lord, wherewith this day of
Thy Feast isstamped! Blessed be that first day of thine...
After the Scripture.
... When God had created man, the lack was supplied: for that image was man,
upon whose being the Lord God hadstamped His own image....
Sixth Tractate. Perception and Memory.
... on this hypothesis, define the external size of the object or perceive that it has
any " the magnitude of the sky, for instance, whosestamped imprint would...
Psalm IV.
... what good things are to be sought; answering their question, who say, "Who showeth
us good things?" "The light of Thy countenance," saith he, "isstamped on us...
The Temples and the Gods of Chaldaea
... exclusive use of brick as a building material"Their city walls: the temples and
local gods; reconstruction of their history by means of thestamped bricks of...
The Tribute Money
... When He asked them for a smaller coin, they produced a Roman pennystamped with
the effigy of Caesar. Thus they confessed the use of the Roman currency....
Whose Image and Superscription?
... Does not the parallelism require that we should suppose that the destiny of things
to be devoted to God isstamped upon them, whatever they are, at least as...
Seal and Earnest
... the spirit of sonship which meets His taking us as sons, the faith which clasps
the promise, the reception which welcomes bestowment, must bestamped upon the...
A Threefold Disease and a Twofold Cure.
... Our destination for God is as plainlystamped on heart, mind, will, practical powers,
as is the destination of such a creature deducible from its skeleton....
Death is the Fate of all Such.
... For as there are two kinds of coins, the one of God, the other of the world, and
each of these has its special characterstamped upon it, [so is it also here...
Thesaurus
Stamped (27 Occurrences)... Noah Webster's Dictionary (imp. & pp) of Stamp. Multi-Version Concordance
Stamped (27 Occurrences). Acts 4:25 and didst say through
...Stamp (25 Occurrences)
... 2. (vi) To bring down (the foot) forcibly on the ground or floor; as, hestamped
his foot with rage.... 13. (n.) that which is marked; a thingstamped. 14....
Powder (14 Occurrences)
... Deuteronomy 9:21 I took your sin, the calf which you had made, and burnt it with
fire, andstamped it, grinding it very small, until it was as fine as dust...
Stamping (11 Occurrences)
... writing whatever seems good to you, in the king's name, and stamping it with the
king's ring: for a writing signed in the king's name andstamped with the...
Grove (23 Occurrences)
... 23:6 And he brought out the grove from the house of the LORD, without Jerusalem,
unto the brook Kidron, and burned it at the brook Kidron, andstamped it small...
Underfoot (14 Occurrences)
... behold, a fourth animal, awesome and powerful, and strong exceedingly; and it had
great iron teeth; it devoured and broke in pieces, andstamped the residue...
Dreadful (23 Occurrences)
... and behold a fourth beast, dreadful and terrible, and strong exceedingly; and it
had great iron teeth: it devoured and brake in pieces, andstamped the residue...
Dirty (9 Occurrences)
... Ezekiel 34:18 Does it seem a small thing to you to have taken your food on good
grass-land while the rest of your grass-land isstamped down under your feet?...
Michtam (12 Occurrences)
... a composition so precious as to be worthy to be engraven on a durable tablet for
preservation; or, as others render, "a psalm precious asstamped gold," from...
Cross (157 Occurrences)
... 4. (n.) A piece of moneystamped with the figure of a cross, also, that side of
such a piece on which the cross isstamped; hence, money in general....
Resources
What is a michtam in the Bible? | GotQuestions.orgWhat did Jesus mean when He said, “Render to Caesar what is Caesar's”? | GotQuestions.orgSummary of the Book of Psalms - Bible Survey | GotQuestions.orgStamped: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.comBible Concordance •
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