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In the context of biblical literature, the term "strut" is not directly mentioned in the Berean Standard Bible or other traditional translations. However, the concept of strutting, which implies walking with a proud or arrogant gait, can be related to themes of pride and arrogance frequently addressed in Scripture. The Bible consistently warns against pride and promotes humility as a virtue.
Biblical References to Pride and Arrogance1.
Proverbs 16:18 · "Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall." This verse highlights the dangers of pride, suggesting that those who "strut" in arrogance are setting themselves up for downfall. The imagery of strutting can be associated with a haughty spirit, which is condemned in this proverb.
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Isaiah 3:16 · "The LORD also says: 'Because the daughters of Zion are haughty, walking with outstretched necks, flirting with their eyes, prancing and skipping as they go, jingling their ankle bracelets.'" Here, the behavior of the daughters of Zion can be likened to strutting, as they display arrogance and vanity. The Lord's disapproval of such behavior is evident, as it reflects a deeper issue of pride and self-exaltation.
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Psalm 73:6 · "Therefore pride is their necklace; they clothe themselves with violence." This verse metaphorically describes pride as an adornment, much like a necklace, suggesting that those who strut in their pride are outwardly displaying their inner arrogance. The psalmist observes the prosperity of the wicked and their prideful demeanor, which ultimately leads to their ruin.
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James 4:6 · "But He gives us more grace. This is why it says: 'God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.'" The New Testament reiterates the Old Testament's warnings against pride. Those who strut in their own self-importance are opposed by God, who favors humility instead.
Theological ImplicationsThe act of strutting, as a physical manifestation of pride, is contrary to the biblical call for humility. Throughout Scripture, God consistently opposes the proud and exalts the humble (
Matthew 23:12). The imagery of strutting can serve as a reminder of the spiritual dangers associated with pride and the importance of cultivating a humble heart.
Practical ApplicationBelievers are encouraged to examine their own lives for any signs of pride or arrogance. The call to humility is a central tenet of Christian discipleship, as followers of Christ are urged to emulate His example of servanthood and humility (
Philippians 2:3-8). By avoiding the metaphorical strut of pride, Christians can align themselves more closely with the teachings of Scripture and the character of Christ.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
1. (
v. t.) To swell; to bulge out.
2. (v. t.) To walk with a lofty, proud gait, and erect head; to walk with affected dignity.
3. (n.) The act of strutting; a pompous step or walk.
4. (n.) In general, any piece of a frame which resists thrust or pressure in the direction of its own length. See Brace, and Illust. of Frame, and Roof.
5. (n.) Any part of a machine or structure, of which the principal function is to hold things apart; a brace subjected to compressive stress; -- the opposite of stay, and tie.
6. (v. t.) To hold apart. Cf. Strut, n., 3.
7. (a.) Protuberant.
Strong's Hebrew
1980. halak -- to go, come, walk... return* (1), robber (1), run (1), runs off (1), set (3), set* (1), spent (1), spread
(1), sprout (1), stalks (1), steadily (2), steps (1),
strut (1), surely go
...7830. shachats -- dignity, pride
... lion, pride. From an unused root apparently meaning tostrut; haughtiness (as evinced
by the attitude) -- X lion, pride. 7829, 7830. shachats. 7831 ....
Library
The Personality of the Holy Spirit.
... of the Holy Spirit and who at the same time imagines that he has received the Holy
Spirit will almost inevitably be full of spiritual pride andstrut about as...
Other Beings Besides God are in Scripture Called God this...
... If an identity of names affords a presumption in support of equality of condition,
how often do worthless menialsstrut insolently in the names of kings"your...
Verba Apostoli 1 Cor. vii. 5, 39, 40, Aliaque S. Scriptur?? Loca...
... ut efficiamini vos alteri, qui excitatus est ex mortuis," [2575] sponsa et Ecclesia;
quam castam esse oportet, et ab iis qu??strut intus, cogitationibus, qu??...
The King's Potters
... royal estates. Let us notstrut about as if we were owners, nor be for ever
afraid that we shall not have enough for our needs. One...
On the Fast of the Tenth Month.
... over all the heresies, yet he has built his citadel upon the madness of the Manichees,
and found in them the most spacious court in which tostrut and boast...
Christian Contentment.
... what a sentence dire will God the Judge pronounce Upon the day of doom, when from
His throne so loudly It sounds, how shall they seem whostrut and boast so...
Manifold Struggles
... he said to Eutyches, 'I confess that, in spite of your protesting look, you would
give your eyes to be one of those processional gentlemen, andstrut in gold...
The Slave's Girdle
... Laces and velvets and the fine feathers that the peacocks of self-conceit in this
worldstrut about in are terribly in the way of Christian work....
External Foes.
... Perhaps they will say to some worker in the church: "You talk a great deal better
than so-and-so"; and he becomes proud, and begins tostrut around as if he...
Peter of Chelcic, 1419-1450.
... and their long hair falls down to their shoulders; and the women wear so many
petticoats that they can hardly drag themselves along, andstrut about like the...
Thesaurus
Strut (1 Occurrence)... and tie. 6. (vt) To hold apart. Cf.
Strut, n., 3. 7. (a.) Protuberant.
Multi-Version Concordance
Strut (1 Occurrence). Psalms 12
...Member (20 Occurrences)
... of equality. 6. (n.) Any essential part, as a post, tie rod,strut, etc.,
of a framed structure, as a bridge truss. 7. (n.) Any...
Prance (3 Occurrences)
... 2. (vi) To ride on a prancing horse; to ride in an ostentatious manner. 3. (vi)
To walk orstrut about in a pompous, showy manner, or with warlike parade....
Brace (3 Occurrences)
... parts. It may act as a tie, or as astrut, and serves to prevent distortion
of the structure, and transverse strains in its members....
Cock (12 Occurrences)
... expression of derision or insinuation. 13. (vi) Tostrut; to swagger; to
look big, pert, or menacing. 14. (n.) The act of cocking...
Strutting (1 Occurrence)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (p. pr. & vb. n.) ofStrut. 2. (a. & n.) from
Strut. Multi-Version Concordance Strutting (1 Occurrence)....
Struts (1 Occurrence)
Spur (3 Occurrences)
... 10. (n.) A brace strengthening a post and some connected part, as a rafter or crossbeam;
astrut. 11. (n.) The short wooden buttress of a post. 12....
Swell (9 Occurrences)
... to a great amount. 11. (vi) To act in a pompous, ostentatious, or arrogant
manner; tostrut; to look big. 12. (vt) To increase the...
Shoe (13 Occurrences)
... 9. (n.) An inclined trough in an ore-crushing mill. 10. (n.) An iron socket
or plate to take the thrust of astrut or rafter. 11....
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