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In the context of the Bible, the term "taker" is not explicitly used as a standalone concept but can be understood through various scriptural principles and narratives that involve taking or the act of taking. The concept of taking can be associated with both positive and negative connotations depending on the context and the intent behind the action.
Old Testament Context1.
Taking in Possession and Inheritance: The act of taking possession is a recurring theme in the Old Testament, particularly in the context of the Israelites entering the Promised Land. God commands the Israelites to take possession of the land He has given them. In
Deuteronomy 1:8 , it is stated, "See, I have set the land before you. Enter and possess the land that the LORD swore to your fathers—Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob—and to their descendants after them."
2.
Taking in Terms of Acquisition: The concept of taking can also refer to acquiring goods or wealth. In
Proverbs 13:11 , it is written, "Dishonest wealth will dwindle, but what is earned through hard work will multiply." This verse highlights the moral implications of how one takes or acquires wealth, emphasizing honesty and diligence over deceitful means.
3.
Taking in the Context of Sin: The act of taking can also be associated with sin, as seen in the account of Achan in
Joshua 7. Achan took some of the devoted things from Jericho, which led to Israel's defeat at Ai.
Joshua 7:21 records Achan's confession: "When I saw among the spoils a beautiful cloak from Shinar, two hundred shekels of silver, and a bar of gold weighing fifty shekels, I coveted them and took them."
New Testament Context1.
Taking Up the Cross: In the New Testament, Jesus speaks of taking up one's cross as a metaphor for discipleship and self-denial. In
Matthew 16:24 , Jesus says, "If anyone would come after Me, he must deny himself and take up his cross and follow Me." This act of taking is a call to embrace the sacrifices and challenges of following Christ.
2.
Taking in the Context of Giving: The New Testament also presents the idea of taking in the context of giving and receiving. In
Acts 20:35 , Paul reminds the Ephesian elders of Jesus' words: "It is more blessed to give than to receive." This teaching encourages believers to focus on generosity rather than selfishly taking for oneself.
3.
Taking in the Context of Authority: The concept of taking authority is seen in the Great Commission, where Jesus gives His disciples the authority to make disciples of all nations. In
Matthew 28:18-19 , Jesus declares, "All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations."
Moral and Ethical ImplicationsThe act of taking, as illustrated in the Bible, carries significant moral and ethical implications. It can reflect obedience to God's commands, as in the taking of the Promised Land, or it can reveal disobedience and sin, as in the case of Achan. The New Testament further expands on this by encouraging believers to take up their cross, emphasizing self-denial and the pursuit of righteousness.
In summary, while the term "taker" is not directly used in the Bible, the concept is woven throughout Scripture, illustrating the importance of intent, obedience, and the moral implications of one's actions in the sight of God.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
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n.) One who takes or receives; one who catches or apprehends.
Strong's Hebrew
5383. nashah -- to lend, become a creditor... make (1), make the loan (1). creditor, exact, extortioner, lend, usurer,
lend on
taker on usury. A primitive root (rather identical
...Library
Samech.
... 113. He next addeth: "Thou art my helper and mytaker up" (ver.114): "my helper,"
to do good works: "mytaker up," to escape evil ones....
Whether Restitution is Binding on those who have not Taken?
... For restitution is a punishment of thetaker.... Secondly, on the part of thetaker,
by giving him shelter or any other kind of assistance....
Psalm LXII.
... over, he hath made answer, "Shall not my soul be subject to God?"...For from Himself
is my salvation." "For Himself is my God and my salvation, mytaker up, I...
Psalm XLVI.
... 10. "The Lord of Hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is ourtaker up" (ver.7). Not
any man, not any power, not, in short, Angel, or any creature either earthly...
Psalm III.
... 3. "But Thou, O Lord, art mytaker." [43] It is said to God in the nature
of man, for the taking of man is, the Word made Flesh....
The Second Part.
... exulted. "For Thou hast become mytaker up, and my refuge in the day of my
tribulation.". 8. "My Helper, to Thee I will play, because...
And on the Following Day, the Fourth Day of the Week...
... Footnotes: [2036] Tischendorf suggests aekrupsas, hidden, for apekeruxas. [2037]
Or,taker away. [2038] Following the reading of the LXX. in Psalm 1:1....
That God's Love is to be Mingled with Ilk Time and Deed nor Fails...
... might come to it. And yet it is not for ilk runner nor willer, but of the
lover, lifter up, andtaker of Christ. The smallness of...
That Lovers of God Shall Deem with Him: and of the Love of...
... PRESUMPTION. Man's soul is thetaker of God only; anything less than God cannot
fulfill it: wherefore earthly lovers never are fulfilled....
Psalm XCI.
... to them. "He shall say unto the Lord, Thou art mytaker up, and my refuge:
my God" (ver.2). Who speaks thus to the Lord? "He who...
Thesaurus
Taker (26 Occurrences)...Taker (26 Occurrences).
... From the first he was a
taker of life; and he did not
go in the true way because there is no true thing in him.
...Grass-lands (42 Occurrences)
... Joshua 21:13 And to the children of Aaron the priest they gave Hebron with its
grass-lands, the town where thetaker of life might be safe, and Libnah with its...
Death-blow (6 Occurrences)
... Numbers 35:21 Or in hate gave him blows with his hand, causing death; he who gave
the death-blow is to be put to death; he is ataker of life: he whose right...
Causing (248 Occurrences)
... Numbers 35:16 But if a man gives another man a blow with an iron instrument, causing
his death, he is ataker of life and is certainly to be put to death....
Lands (226 Occurrences)
... Joshua 21:13 And to the children of Aaron the priest they gave Hebron with its
grass-lands, the town where thetaker of life might be safe, and Libnah with its...
Safe (388 Occurrences)
... Numbers 35:6 And the towns which you give the Levites are to be the six safe places
to which thetaker of life may go in flight; and in addition you are to...
Creditor (8 Occurrences)
... ter: (a) nosheh, participle of nashah: Exodus 22:24 (English translation: 25); 2
Kings 4:1 Isaiah 50:1; translated "extortioner," Psalm 109:11; "taker of usury...
Blow (124 Occurrences)
... Numbers 35:16 But if a man gives another man a blow with an iron instrument, causing
his death, he is ataker of life and is certainly to be put to death....
Blows (105 Occurrences)
... (BBE). Numbers 35:18 Or if he gave him blows with a wood instrument in his hands,
causing his death, he is ataker of life and is certainly to be put to death....
Interest (35 Occurrences)
... The law of Moses (Exodus 22:25) forbade loaning at interest. There was to be no
creditor and notaker of interest among them (Leviticus 25:36, 37)....
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