Holy Spirit, the Comforter, The

Through Christ's intercession. -- Joh 14:16.

Sent in the name of Christ -- Joh 14:26.

Sent by Christ from the Father -- Joh 15:26; 16:7.

Communicates joy to saints. -- Ro 14:17; Ga 5:22; 1Th 1:6.

Dwells with, and in saints. -- Joh 14:17.

Abides for ever with saints. -- Joh 14:16.


Holy Spirit, The, is God

As Jehovah of hosts -- Isa 6:3,8-10; Ac 28:25.

As Jehovah, Most High -- Ps 78:17,21; Ac 7:51.

As joined with the Father and the Son in the baptismal formula -- Mt 28:19.

As the Spirit of glory and of God -- 1Pe 4:14.

As equal to, and one with the Father -- Mt 28:19; 2Co 13:14.

As Sovereign Disposer of all things -- Da 4:35; 1Co 12:6,11.

As Author of the new birth -- Joh 3:5,6; 1Jo 5:4.

As raising Christ from the dead -- Ac 2:24; 1Pe 3:18; Heb 13:20; Ro 1:4.

As inspiring Scripture -- 2Ti 3:16; 2Pe 1:21.

As the source of wisdom -- 1Co 12:8; Isa 11:2; Joh 16:13; 14:26.

As the source of miraculous power -- Mt 12:28; Lu 11:20; Ac 19:11; Ro 15:19.

As appointing and sending ministers -- Ac 13:2,4; 9:38; 20:28.

As directing where the gospel should be preached -- Ac 16:6,7,10.

As Comforter of the Church -- Ac 9:31; 2Co 1:3.

As sanctifying the Church -- Eze 37:28; Ro 15:16.

As convincing of sin, of righteousness, and of judgment -- Joh 16:8-11.


Holy Spirit, the Personality Of

He appoints and commissions ministers -- Isa 48:16; Ac 13:2; 20:28.

He directs ministers where to preach -- Ac 8:29; 10:19,20.

He directs ministers where not to preach -- Ac 16:6,7.

He instructs ministers what to preach -- 1Co 2:13.

He spoke in, and by, the prophets -- Ac 1:16; 1Pe 1:11,12; 2Pe 1:21.

He searches all things -- Ro 11:33,34; 1Co 2:10,11.

He works according to his own will -- 1Co 12:11.


Holy Spirit, the Teacher, The

As the Spirit of wisdom -- Isa 11:2; 40:13,14.

Reveals the things of God. -- 1Co 2:10,13.

Reveals the things of Christ. -- Joh 16:14.

Reveals the future. -- Lu 2:26; Ac 21:11.

Brings the words of Christ to remembrance. -- Joh 14:26.

Directs in the way of godliness. -- Isa 30:21; Eze 36:27.

Teaches saints to answer persecutors. -- Mr 13:11; Lu 12:12.

Enables ministers to teach. -- 1Co 12:8.

Guides into all truth. -- Joh 14:26; 16:13.

Directs the decisions of the Church. -- Ac 15:28.

Attend to the instruction of -- Re 2:7,11,29.

The natural man will not receive the things of -- 1Co 2:14.


Holy Land

Original inhabitants of, expelled for wickedness -- Ge 15:16; Ex 23:23; Le 18:25; De 18:12.

As promised. -- Ge 15:18; De 1:7; Jos 1:4.

Allotment of, specified -- Jos 14:1-19:51.

All inheritances in, inalienable -- Le 25:10,23.

A sabbath of rest appointed for -- Le 25:2-5.

Obedience the condition of continuing in -- Le 26:3; De 5:33; 11:16,17,22-25.

Twelve provinces by Solomon. -- 1Ki 4:7-19.

Two kingdoms in the time of Rehoboam. -- 1Ki 11:35,36; 12:19,20.

Four provinces by the Romans. -- Lu 3:1.

Numerous population of, in Solomon's reign -- 1Ki 3:8; 2Ch 1:9.

Extensive commerce of, in Solomon's reign -- 1Ki 9:26-28; 10:22-29.

Prosperity of, in Solomon's reign -- 1Ki 4:20.

Was the burial place of the patriarchs -- Ge 49:29-31; 50:13,25; Jos 24:32.

A type of the rest that remains for saints -- Heb 4:1,2,9; 1Pe 1:4.


Holy of Holies

Divided from the outward tabernacle by a vail -- Ex 26:31-33.

A written copy of the divine law. -- De 31:26; 2Ki 22:8.

Alone to enter, once a year. -- Heb 9:7.

Entered, in ordinary priest's dress. -- Le 16:4.

Entered, not without blood of atonement. -- Le 16:14,15; Heb 9:7.

Made atonement for. -- Le 16:15,16,20,33.

The priests allowed to enter, and prepare the holy things for removal -- Nu 4:5.

Laid open to view at Christ's death -- Mt 27:51.

Saints have boldness to enter the true -- Heb 10:19.


Homicide

Distinguished from murder -- Ex 21:13,14; Nu 35:16-21,25.

Killing persons condemned by law. -- Ge 9:6; Ex 35:2; Le 24:16.

Killing a thief in the night. -- Ex 22:2.

Killing enemies in battle. -- Nu 31:7,8.

Killing a manslayer by next of kin. -- Nu 35:27.

Killing without lying in wait. -- Ex 21:13; Nu 35:22.

Killing by accident. -- Nu 35:23; De 19:5.

The avenger of blood might slay those guilty of unjustifiable -- Nu 35:19,27.

Protection afforded in the cities of refuge to those guilty of unjustified -- Nu 35:11,15.

Confinement in the city of refuge the punishment for unjustifiable -- Nu 35:25,28.


Honey

God the giver of -- Ps 81:16; Eze 16:19.

Gathered and prepared by bees -- Jdj 14:18.

In the honeycomb sweetest and most valuable -- Pr 16:24; 24:13.

Moderation needful in the use of -- Pr 25:16,27.

Loathed by those who are full -- Pr 27:7.

With the honeycomb. -- Song 5:1; Lu 24:42.

Mixed with flour. -- Ex 16:31; Eze 16:13.

Not to be offered with any sacrifice -- Le 2:11.

First fruits of, offered to God -- 2Ch 31:5.

Often sent as a present -- Ge 43:11; 1Ki 14:3.


Hope

In God's promises -- Ac 26:6,7; Tit 1:2.

Is the work of the Holy Spirit -- Ro 15:13; Ga 5:5.

Patience and comfort of the Scriptures. -- Ro 15:4.

A better hope brought in by Christ -- Heb 7:19.

Is an encouragement to boldness in preaching -- 2Co 3:12.

Should look for the object of. -- Tit 2:13.

Should continue in. -- Ps 71:14; 1Pe 1:13.

Connected with faith and love -- 1Co 13:13.

Christ's glorious appearing. -- Tit 2:13.

Be ready to give an answer concerning -- 1Pe 3:15.

Life is the season of -- Ec 9:4; Isa 38:18.

The wicked have no ground for -- Eph 2:12.

Is in their worldly possessions. -- Job 31:24.

Shall make them ashamed. -- Isa 20:5,6; Zec 9:5.

Shall be extinguished in death. -- Job 27:8.


Horns

Natural weapons on heads of animals -- Da 7:20.

Tusks of the elephant so called -- Eze 27:15.

Used offensively -- Ex 21:29; Eze 34:21.

As musical instruments. -- Jos 6:4,5; 1Ch 25:5.

Representations of, placed at the four corners of the altars -- Ex 27:2; 30:2.

Of power of the wicked. -- Ps 22:21; 75:10.

Of antichristian powers. -- Re 13:1; 17:3,7.

(Budding of,) of the commencement or revival of a nation. -- Ps 132:17; Eze 29:21.

(Raising up,) of arrogance. -- Ps 75:4,5.

(Exalting,) of increase of power and glory. -- 1Sa 2:1,10; Ps 89:17,24; 92:10; 112:9.

(Pushing with,) of conquests. -- De 33:17; 1Ki 22:11; Mic 4:13.

(Bringing down,) of degradation. -- Job 16:15.

(Cutting off,) of destruction of power. -- Ps 75:10; Jer 48:25; La 2:3.


Horse, The

Endued with strength by God -- Job 39:19.

Warlike in disposition. -- Job 39:21; Jer 8:6.

Want of understanding in, alluded to -- Ps 32:9.

Loud snorting of, alluded to -- Jer 8:16; Job 39:20.

Fed on grain and herbs -- 1Ki 4:23; 18:5.

Conveying posts, & c. -- 2Ki 9:17-19; Es 8:10.

Kings and princes rode on -- Es 6:8-11; Eze 23:23.

Governed by bit and bridle -- Ps 32:9; Jas 3:3.

Adorned with bells on the neck -- Zec 14:20.

Numbers of, kept for war -- Jer 51:27; Eze 26:10.

Prepared and trained for war -- Pr 21:31.

In battle protected by armour -- Jer 46:4.

Vanity of trusting to -- Ps 33:17; Am 2:15.

Multiplied in Solomon's reign. -- 1Ki 4:26.

Condemned for trusting to. -- Isa 30:16; 31:3.

Brought back many, from Babylon. -- Ezr 2:66.

Sold in fairs and markets -- Eze 27:14; Re 18:13.

Dedicated to the sun by idolaters -- 2Ki 23:11.

Beauty of the church. -- Song 1:9; Zec 10:3.

Glorious and triumphant deliverance of the church. -- Isa 63:13.

A dull headstrong disposition. -- Ps 32:9.

Impetuosity of the wicked in sin. -- Jer 8:6.


Hospitality

Required in ministers -- 1Ti 3:2; Tit 1:8.

A test of Christian character -- 1Ti 5:10.


Houses

Deep and solid foundations required for -- Mt 7:24; Lu 6:48.

Sometimes built without foundation -- Mt 7:26; Lu 6:49.

Stone and wood. -- Le 14:40,42; Hab 2:11.

Hewn or cut stone. -- Isa 3:10; Am 5:11.

In cities, built in streets -- Ge 19:2; Jos 2:19.

Often built on city walls -- Jos 2:15; 2Co 11:33.

Surrounded with battlements. -- De 22:8.

Had often booths on them. -- 2Sa 16:22; Ne 8:16; Pr 2:19.

Had often idolatrous altars on them. -- 2Ki 23:12; Jer 19:13; Zep 1:5.

Used for exercise. -- 2Sa 11:2; Da 4:29.

Used for making proclamations. -- Lu 12:3.

Used for secret conference. -- 1Sa 9:25,26.

Resorted to in grief. -- Isa 15:3; Jer 48:38.

Often covered with week grass. -- Ps 129:6,7.

Accessible from the outside -- Mt 24:17.

The courts of, large and used as apartments -- Es 1:5; Lu 5:19.

Entered by a gate or door -- Ge 43:19; Ex 12:22; Lu 16:20; Ac 10:17.

Doors of, low and small for safety -- Pr 17:19.

Doors of, how fastened -- 2Sa 13:18; Song 5:5; Lu 11:7.

Admission to, gained by knocking at the door -- Ac 12:13; Re 3:20.

Serpents often lodged in walls of -- Am 5:19.

Custom of fastening nails, & c, in walls of, alluded to -- Ec 12:11; Isa 22:23.

Had often several stories -- Eze 41:16; Ac 20:9.

Divided into apartments -- Ge 43:30; Isa 26:20.

Ceiled and painted. -- Jer 22:14; Hag 1:4.

Inlaid with ivory. -- 1Ki 22:39; Am 3:15.

Warmed with fires. -- Jer 36:22; Joh 18:18.

Upper apartments of, the best, and used for entertainments -- Mr 14:15.

Had often detached apartments for secrecy and for strangers -- Jdj 3:20-23; 2Ki 4:10,11; 9:2,3.

Street windows of, high and dangerous -- 2Ki 1:2; 9:30,33; Ac 20:9.

Easily broken through. -- Job 24:16; Eze 12:5.

Often swept away by torrents. -- Eze 13:13,14.

When finished were usually dedicated -- De 20:5; Ps 30:1.

Law respecting the sale of -- Le 25:29-33.

Of criminals, desolated -- Da 2:5; 3:29.

Desolation of, threatened as a punishment -- Isa 5:9; 13:16,21,22; Eze 16:41; 26:12.

Often broken down to repair city walls before sieges -- Isa 22:10.

Of saints' inheritance. -- Joh 14:2; 2Co 5:1.

(On sand,) of the delusive hope of hypocrites. -- Mt 7:24,25.

(On a rock,) of the hope of saints. -- Mt 7:24,25.

(Insecurity of,) of earthly trust. -- Mt 6:19,20.

(Building of,) of great prosperity. -- Isa 65:21; Eze 28:26.

(Built and not inhabited,) of calamity. -- De 28:30; Am 5:11; Zep 1:13.

(To inhabit those, built by others,) of abundant feelings. -- De 6:10,11.


Human Nature of Christ, The

Was necessary to his mediatorial office -- 1Ti 2:5; Heb 2:17; Ga 4:4,5; 1Co 15:21; Ro 6:15,19.

Conception in the Virgin's womb. -- Mt 1:18; Lu 1:31.

Partaking of flesh and blood. -- Joh 1:14; Heb 2:14.

Having a human soul. -- Mt 26:38; Lu 23:46; Ac 2:31.

Increase in wisdom and stature. -- Lu 2:52.

Being nailed to the cross. -- Ps 22:16; Lu 23:33.

Was like our own in all things except sin -- Ac 3:22; Php 2:7,8; Heb 2:17.

Was submitted to the evidence of the senses -- Lu 24:39; Joh 20:27; 1Jo 1:1,2.

Confession of, a test of belonging to God -- Joh 4:2.

Acknowledged by men -- Mr 6:3; Joh 7:27; 19:5; Ac 2:22.

Denied by Antichrist -- 1Jo 4:3; 2Jo 1:7.


Humility

Necessary to the service of God -- Mic 6:8.

Christ an example of -- Mt 11:29; Joh 13:14,15; Php 2:5-8.

Enjoy the presence of God. -- Isa 57:15.

Are greatest in Christ's kingdom. -- Mt 18:4; 20:26-28.

Receive more grace. -- Pr 3:34; Jas 4:6.

Leads to riches, honour, and life -- Pr 22:4.

Afflictions intended to produce -- Le 26:41; De 8:3; La 3:20.

Temporal judgments averted by -- 2Ch 7:14; 12:6,7.


Humility of Christ, The

Taking our nature. -- Php 2:7; Heb 2:16.

Partaking of our infirmities. -- Heb 4:15; 5:7.

Submitting to ordinances. -- Mt 3:13-15.

Becoming a servant. -- Mt 20:28; Lu 22:27; Php 2:7.

Associating with the despised. -- Mt 9:10,11; Lu 15:1,2.

Entry into Jerusalem. -- Zec 9:9; Mt 21:5,7.

Washing his disciples' feet. -- Joh 13:5.

Submitting to sufferings. -- Isa 50:6; 53:7; Ac 8:32; Mt 26:37-39.

Exposing himself to reproach and contempt. -- Ps 22:6; 69:9; Ro 15:3; Isa 53:3.

On account of, he was despised -- Mr 6:3; Joh 9:29.

His exaltation, the result of -- Php 2:9.


Husbands

Should have but one wife -- Ge 2:24; Mr 10:6-8; 1Co 7:2-4.

Have authority over their wives -- Ge 3:16; 1Co 11:3; Eph 5:23.

To regard them as themselves. -- Ge 2:23; Mt 19:5.

To be faithful to them. -- Pr 5:19; Mal 2:14,15.

To dwell with them for life. -- Ge 2:24; Mt 19:3-9.

Not to leave them, though unbelieving. -- 1Co 7:11,12,14,16.

Duties of, not to interfere with their duties to Christ -- Lu 14:26; Mt 19:29.


Hyke or Upper Garment

Law respecting fringes of -- Nu 15:38; De 22:12.

Used by the poor as a covering by night -- Ex 22:26,27; De 24:13.

The skirts of, used to hold things in -- 2Ki 4:39; Ne 5:13; Hag 2:12; Lu 6:38.

Probably used by women as a vail -- Ru 3:15.

The Jews said to be naked without -- 2Sa 6:20; Mr 14:51,52; Joh 21:7.

Of Jeroboam rent by Ahijah. -- 1Ki 11:30.

Spread before Christ by the Jews. -- Mt 21:8.

The Jews condemned for making broad the borders of -- Mt 23:5.


Hypocrites

Regarding tradition more than the word of God. -- Mt 15:1-3.

Exact in minor, but neglecting important duties. -- Mt 23:23,24.

Having but a form of godliness. -- 2Ti 3:5.

Seeking only outward purity. -- Lu 11:39.

Professing but not practising. -- Eze 33:31,32; Mt 23:3; Ro 2:17-23.

Using but lip-worship. -- Isa 29:13; Mt 15:8.

Glorying in appearance only. -- 2Co 5:12.

Trusting in privileges. -- Jer 7:4; Mt 3:9.

Apparently zealous in the things of God. -- Isa 58:2.

Zealous in making proselytes. -- Mt 23:15.

Worship of, not acceptable to God -- Isa 1:11-15; 58:3-5; Mt 15:9.

Fearfulness shall surprise -- Isa 33:14.

Spirit of, hinders growth in grace -- 1Pe 2:1.


Idleness and Sloth

Effects of, afford instruction to others -- Pr 24:30-32.


Idolatry

Bowing down to images. -- Ex 20:5; De 5:9.

Worshipping images. -- Isa 44:17; Da 3:5,10,15.

Sacrificing to images. -- Ps 106:38; Ac 7:41.

Worshipping other gods. -- De 30:17; Ps 81:9.

Swearing by other gods. -- Ex 23:13; Jos 23:7.

Speaking in the name of other gods. -- De 18:20.

Serving other gods. -- De 7:4; Jer 5:19.

Worshipping the true God by an image, & c. -- Ex 32:4-6; Ps 106:19,20.

Worshipping the host of heaven. -- De 4:19; 17:3.

Worshipping demons. -- Mt 4:9-10; Re 9:20.

Setting up idols in the heart. -- Eze 14:3,4.

Is changing the glory of God into an image -- Ro 1:23; Ac 17:29.

Is changing the truth of God into a lie -- Ro 1:25; Isa 44:20.

Incompatible with the service of God -- Ge 35:2,3; Jos 24:23; 1Sa 7:3; 1Ki 18:21; 2Co 6:15,16.

Vain and foolish. -- Ps 115:4-8; Isa 44:19; Jer 10:3.

Defile the sanctuary of God. -- Eze 5:11.

Are vain in their imaginations. -- Ro 1:21.

Are ignorant and foolish. -- Ro 1:21,22.

Have fellowship with devils. -- Ho 4:12.

Look to idols for deliverance. -- Isa 44:17; 45:20.

Gods that have not made the heavens. -- Jer 10:11.

Senseless idols. -- De 4:28; Ps 115:5,7.

Making idols for the purpose of, described and ridiculed -- Isa 44:10-20.

Obstinate sinners judicially given up to -- De 4:28; 28:64; Ho 4:17.

Exhortations to turn from -- Eze 14:6; 20:7; Ac 14:15.

Led to abominable sins -- Ro 1:26-32; Ac 15:20.

Not have anything connected with in their houses. -- De 7:26.

Not partake of any thing connected with. -- 1Co 10:19,20.

Not have religious intercourse with those who practise. -- Jos 23:7; 1Co 5:11.

Not covenant with those who practise. -- Ex 34:12,15; De 7:2.

Not intermarry with those who practise. -- Ex 34:16; De 7:3.

Refuse to engage in, though threatened with death. -- Da 3:18.

Saints preserved by God from -- 1Ki 19:18; Ro 11:4.

Saints refuse to receive the worship of -- Ac 10:25,26; 14:11-15.

Angels refuse to receive the worship of -- Re 22:8,9.

Destruction of, promised -- Eze 36:25; Zec 13:2.

Everything connected with, should be destroyed -- Ex 34:13; De 7:5; 2Sa 5:21; 2Ki 23:14.

Dreadful judgments which end in death. -- Jer 8:2; 16:1-11.

Exclusion from heaven. -- 1Co 6:9,10; Eph 5:5; Re 22:15.

All forms of, forbidden by the law of Moses -- Ex 20:4,5.

All heathen nations given up to -- Ps 96:5; Ro 1:23,25; 1Co 12:2.

Led the heathen to think that their gods visited the earth in bodily shapes -- Ac 14:11.

Led the heathen to consider their gods to have but a local influence -- 1Ki 20:23; 2Ki 17:26.

The heavenly bodies. -- 2Ki 23:5; Ac 7:42.

Altars raised for -- 1Ki 18:26; Ho 8:11.

Accompanied by feasts -- 2Ki 10:20; 1Co 10:27,28.

With sacrifices. -- Nu 22:40; 2Ki 10:24.

With singing and dancing. -- Ex 32:18,19; 1Ki 18:26; 1Co 10:7.

By bowing to them. -- 1Ki 19:18; 2Ki 5:18.

By kissing the hand to them. -- Job 31:26,27.

On the tops of houses. -- 2Ki 23:12; Zep 1:5.

Victims sacrificed in, often adorned with garlands -- Ac 14:13.

Molech or Milcom. -- Le 18:21; 1Ki 11:5,33.

Objects of, carried in procession -- Isa 46:7; Am 5:26; Ac 7:43.

Early notice of, amongst God's professing people -- Ge 31:19,30; 35:1-4; Jos 24:2.

Practised, in Egypt. -- Jos 24:14; Eze 23:3,19.

Brought, out of Egypt with them. -- Eze 23:8; Ac 7:39-41.

Forbidden to practise. -- Ex 20:1-5; 23:24.

Often mixed up, with God's worship. -- Ex 32:1-5; 1Ki 12:27,28.

Followed the Canaanites in. -- Jdj 2:11-13; 1Ch 5:25.

Followed the Assyrians in. -- Eze 16:28-30; 23:5-7.

Example of the kings encouraged Israel in -- 1Ki 12:30; 2Ki 21:11; 2Ch 33:9.

Great prevalence of, in Israel -- Isa 2:8; Jer 2:28; Eze 8:10.

A virtual forsaking of God -- Jer 2:9-13.

The good kings of Judah endeavoured to destroy -- 2Ch 15:16; 34:7.

Captivity of Israel on account of -- 2Ki 17:6-18.

Captivity of Judah on account of -- 2Ki 17:19-23.


Ignorance of God

Is no excuse for sin -- Le 4:2; Lu 12:48.

The wicked, in a state of -- Jer 9:3; Joh 15:21; 17:25; Ac 17:30.

The wicked choose -- Job 21:14; Ro 1:28.

Compassionate those in. -- Heb 5:2; 2Ti 2:24,25.


Incense

An article of extensive commerce -- Re 18:13.

Common, not to be offered to God -- Ex 30:9.

For God's service mixed with sweet spices -- Ex 25:6; 37:29.

None but priest to offer -- Nu 16:40; De 33:10.

On the altar of gold. -- Ex 30:1,6; 40:5.

By the high priest in the most holy place on the day of atonement. -- Le 16:12,13.

With fire from off the altar of burnt offering. -- Le 16:12; Nu 16:46.

Offering of, allotted to the priests -- Lu 1:9.

The Jews prayed at time of offering -- Lu 1:10.

Put on meat offerings -- Le 2:1,2,15,16; 6:15.

Used in idolatrous worship -- Jer 48:35.

Not accepted in offering, on account of sin. -- Isa 1:13; 66:3.

Offered, to idols on altars of brick. -- Isa 65:3.

Punished for offering, to idols. -- 2Ch 34:25.

Nadab and Abihu destroyed for offering, with strange fire -- Le 10:1,2.

Korah and his company punished for offering -- Nu 16:16-35.

Uzziah punished for offering -- 2Ch 26:16-21.

Presented to Christ by the wise men -- Mt 2:11.


Industry

Required of man in a state of innocence -- Ge 2:15.

Required of man after the fall -- Ge 3:23.

To be suspended on the Sabbath -- Ex 20:10.

Characteristic of godly women -- Pr 31:13-31.


Indwelling of the Holy Spirit, The

In his Church, as his temple -- 1Co 3:16.

In the body of saints, as his temple -- 1Co 6:19; 2Co 6:16.

A proof of being Christ's -- Ro 8:9; 1Jo 4:13.

Opposed by the carnal nature -- Ga 5:17.


Ingratitude

A characteristic of the wicked -- Ps 38:20; 2Ti 3:2.

Saints should avoid the guilt of -- Ps 7:4,5.

Punishment of -- Pr 17:13; Jer 18:20,21.


Ingratitude to God

A characteristic of the wicked -- Ro 1:21.

Unreasonable -- Jer 2:5,6,31; Mic 6:2,3.

Prosperity likely to produce -- De 31:20; 32:15; Jer 5:7-11.


Injustice

The stranger and fatherless. -- Ex 22:21,22; De 24:17; Jer 22:3.

Of the least kind, condemned -- Lu 16:10.

Hears the cry of those who suffer. -- Jas 5:4.

Covetousness leads to -- Jer 6:13; Eze 22:12; Mic 2:2.

Testify against. -- Ps 58:1,2; Mic 3:8,9.

Practise, without shame. -- Jer 6:13,15; Zep 3:5.


Insects

Grasshopper. -- Le 11:22; Jdj 6:5; Job 39:20.


Inspiration of the Holy Spirit, The

All Scripture given by -- 2Sa 23:2; 2Ti 3:16; 2Pe 1:21.

To reveal future events. -- Ac 1:16; 28:25; 1Pe 1:11.

To reveal the mysteries of God. -- Am 3:7; 1Co 2:10.

To give power to ministers. -- Mic 3:8; Ac 1:8.

To direct ministers. -- Eze 3:24-27; Ac 11:12; 13:2.

To testify against sin. -- 2Ki 17:13; Ne 9:30; Mic 3:8; Joh 16:8,9.

By secret impulse. -- Jdj 13:25; 2Pe 1:21.

Necessary to prophesying -- Nu 11:25-27; 2Ch 20:14-17.

Despisers of, punished -- 2Ch 36:15,16; Zec 7:12.


Iron

Strong and durable. -- Job 40:18; Da 2:40.

Of greater gravity than water -- 2Ki 6:5.

Hardened into steel -- 2Sa 22:35; Job 20:24.

Of small comparative value -- Isa 60:17.

The land of Canaan abounded with -- De 8:9; 33:25.

From the north hardest and best -- Jer 15:12.

Implements for husbandry. -- 1Sa 13:20,21; 2Sa 12:31.

Tools for artificers. -- Jos 8:31; 1Ki 6:7.

Working in, a trade -- 1Sa 13:19; 2Ch 2:7,14.

An article of commerce -- Eze 27:12,19; Re 18:12.

Great quantity of, provided for the temple -- 1Ch 22:3,14,16; 29:2.

Taken in war, often dedicated to God -- Jos 6:19,24.

Mode of purifying, taken in war -- Nu 31:21-23.

Of severe affliction. -- De 4:20; Ps 107:10.

Of severe exercise of power. -- Ps 2:9; Re 2:27.

(Seared with,) of insensibility of conscience. -- 1Ti 4:2.


Ishmaelites, The

Descended from Abraham's son, Ishmael -- Ge 16:15,16; 1Ch 1:28.

Were the merchants of the east -- Ge 37:25; Eze 27:20,21.

Travelled in large companies or caravans -- Ge 37:25; Job 6:19.

Waylaid and plundered travellers -- Jer 3:2.

Often confederate against Israel -- Ps 83:6.

Reubenites and Gadites. -- 1Ch 5:10,18-20.

Sent presents to Solomon -- 1Ki 10:15; 2Ch 9:14.

Sent flocks to Jehoshaphat -- 2Ch 17:11.

To be warlike and predatory. -- Ge 16:12.

To be divided into twelve tribes. -- Ge 17:20.

To be judged with the nations. -- Jer 25:23-25.

Their glory, & c to be diminished. -- Isa 21:13-17.

Their submission to Christ. -- Ps 72:10,15.

Probably preached to by Paul -- Ga 1:17.


Issachar, the Tribe Of

Descended from Jacob's fifth son -- Ge 30:17,18.

Predictions respecting -- Ge 49:14,15; De 33:18,19.

Strength of, on leaving Egypt -- Nu 1:28,29; 2:6.

Encamped under the standard of Judah east of the tabernacle -- Nu 2:5.

Next to and under standard of Judah in the journeys of Israel -- Nu 10:14,15.

Offering of, at the dedication -- Nu 7:18-23.

Strength of, on entering Canaan -- Nu 26:25.

On Gerizim said amen to the blessings -- De 27:12.

Bounds of their inheritance -- Jos 19:17-23.

Assisted Deborah against Sisera -- Jdj 5:15.

Officers of, appointed by David -- 1Ch 27:18.

Officers of, appointed by Solomon -- 1Ki 4:17.

Some of, at David's coronation -- 1Ch 12:32.

Number of warriors belonging to, in David's time -- 1Ch 7:2,5.

Many of, at Hezekiah's passover -- 2Ch 30:18.

Remarkable persons of -- Jdj 10:1; 1Ki 15:27.


Jerusalem

The ancient Jebusi or Jebus -- Jos 15:8; 18:28; Jdj 19:10.

The king of, defeated and slain by Joshua -- Jos 10:5-23.

Allotted to the tribe of Benjamin -- Jos 18:28.

Partly taken and burned by Judah -- Jdj 1:8.

Held possession of, with Judah and Benjamin. -- Jos 15:63; Jdj 1:21.

Finally dispossessed of, by David. -- 2Sa 5:6-8.

Specially chosen by God -- 2Ch 6:6; Ps 135:21.

The seat of government under the Romans for a time -- Mt 27:2,19.

Roman government transferred from, to Caesarea -- Ac 23:23,24; 25:1-13.

City of the great king. -- Ps 48:2; Mt 5:5.

Zion of the holy one of Israel. -- Isa 60:14.

Protected by forts and bulwarks -- Ps 48:12,13.

Entered by gates -- Ps 122:2; Jer 17:19-21.

Hezekiah made an aqueduct for -- 2Ki 20:20.

Spoils of war placed in -- 1Sa 17:54; 2Sa 8:7.

Joy of the whole earth. -- Ps 48:2; La 2:15.

Princess among the provinces. -- La 1:1.

Full of business and tumult. -- Isa 22:3.

Wealth, & c in the time of Solomon. -- 1Ki 10:26,27.

Instances of God's care and protection of -- 2Sa 24:16; 2Ki 19:32-34; 2Ch 12:7.

The temple built in -- 2Ch 3:1; Ps 68:29.

Went up to, at the feasts. -- Lu 2:42; Ps 122:4.

Lamented the affliction of. -- Ne 1:2-4.

Prayed for the prosperity of. -- Ps 51:18; 122:6.

Wickedness of -- Isa 1:1-4; Jer 5:1-5; Mic 3:10.

Wickedness of, the cause of its calamities -- 2Ki 21:12-15; 2Ch 24:18; La 1:8; Eze 5:5-8.

Was the tomb of the prophets -- Lu 13:33,34.

Publicly entered, as king. -- Mt 21:9,10.

Gospel first preached at -- Lu 24:47; Ac 2:14.

Miraculous gift of the Holy Spirit first given at -- Ac 1:4; 2:1-5.

Persecution of the Christian church commenced at -- Ac 4:1; 8:1.

First Christian council held at -- Ac 15:4,6.

Taken and plundered by Shishak. -- 1Ki 14:25,26; 2Ch 12:1-4.

Taken and plundered by Jehoash king of Israel. -- 2Ki 14:13,14.

Besieged but not taken by Rezin and Pekah. -- Isa 7:1; 2Ki 16:5.

Besieged but not taken by Sennacherib. -- 2Ki 18:17; 19:1-37.

Taken and made tributary by Pharaoh-Necho. -- 2Ki 23:33-35.

Besieged by Nebuchadnezzar. -- 2Ki 24:10,11.

Taken and burned by Nebuchadnezzar. -- 2Ki 25:1-30; Jer 39:1-8.

Rebuilt after the captivity by order of Cyrus -- Ezr 1:1-4.

To be taken by king of Babylon. -- Jer 20:5.

To be made a heap of ruins. -- Jer 9:11; 26:18.

To be rebuilt by Cyrus. -- Isa 44:26-28.

To be a terror to her enemies. -- Zec 12:2,3.

The gospel to go forth from. -- Isa 2:3; 40:9.

To be destroyed by the Romans. -- Lu 19:42-44.

Its capture accompanied by severe calamities. -- Mt 24:21,29; Lu 21:23,24.

Signs preceding its destruction. -- Mt 24:6-15; Lu 21:7-11,25,28.

Of the church glorified. -- Re 3:12; 21:2,10.

(Its strong position,) of saints under God's protection. -- Ps 125:2.


Jews, The

Descended from Abraham -- Isa 51:2; Joh 8:39.

Divided into twelve tribes -- Ge 35:22; 49:28.

Children of Israel. -- Ge 50:25; Isa 27:12.

Circumcised in token of their covenant relation -- Ge 17:10,11; Ac 7:8.

Separated from all other nations -- Ex 33:16; Le 20:24; 1Ki 8:53.

A peculiar treasure. -- Ex 19:5; Ps 135:4.

Brought out of Egypt by God -- Ex 12:42; De 5:15; 6:12.

In the desert forty years -- Nu 14:33; Jos 5:6.

Settled in Canaan -- Nu 32:18; Jos 14:1-5.

Under the theocracy until the time of Samuel -- Ex 19:4-6; 1Sa 8:7.

Desired and obtained kings -- 1Sa 8:5,22.

Divided into two kingdoms after Solomon -- 1Ki 11:31,32; 12:19,20.

Often subdued and made tributary -- Jdj 2:13,14; 4:2; 6:2,6; 2Ki 23:33.

Taken captive to Assyria and Babylon -- 2Ki 17:32; 18:11; 24:16; 25:11.

Restored to their own land by Cyrus -- Ezr 1:1-4.

Had an ecclesiastical establishment -- Ex 28:1; Nu 18:6; Mal 2:4-7.

Had a series of prophets to promote national reformation -- Jer 7:25; 26:4,5; 35:15; 44:4; Eze 38:17.

The only people who had knowledge of God -- Ps 76:1; 1Th 4:5; Ps 48:3; Ro 1:28.

The only people who worshipped God -- Ex 5:17; Ps 96:5; 115:3,4; Joh 4:22.

Religion of, according to rites prescribed by God -- Le 18:4; De 12:8-11; Heb 9:1.

Religion of, typical -- Heb 9:8-11; 10:1.

Their national greatness -- Ge 12:2; De 33:29.

Their national privileges -- Ro 3:2; 9:4,5.

Their vast numbers -- Ge 22:17; Nu 10:36.

Pride of descent, & c. -- Jer 13:9; Joh 8:33,41.

Fondness for their brethren. -- Ex 2:11,12; Ro 9:1-3.

Attachment to Moses. -- Joh 9:28,29; Ac 6:11.

Attachment to customs of the law. -- Ac 6:14; 21:21; 22:3.

Fondness for traditionary customs. -- Jer 44:17; Eze 20:18,30,21; Mr 7:3,4.

Stubborn and stiffnecked. -- Ex 32:9; Ac 7:51.

Prone to rebellion. -- De 9:7,24; Isa 1:2.

Prone to backsliding. -- Jer 2:11-13; 8:5.

Prone to formality in religion. -- Isa 29:13; Eze 33:31; Mt 15:7-9.

Unfaithful to covenant engagements. -- Jer 3:6-8; 31:32; Eze 16:59.

Ungrateful to God. -- De 32:15; Isa 1:2.

Ignorant of the true sense of Scripture. -- Ac 13:27; 2Co 3:13-15.

Distrustful of God. -- Nu 14:11; Ps 78:22.

Trusted to their privileges for salvation -- Jer 7:4; Mt 3:9.

Distinction of castes among, noticed -- Isa 65:5; Lu 7:39; 15:2; Ac 26:5.

Degenerated as they increased in national greatness -- Am 6:4.

Often displeased God by their sins -- Nu 25:3; De 32:16; 1Ki 16:2; Isa 1:4; 5:24,25.

A spiritual seed of true believers always among -- 1Ki 19:18; Isa 6:13; Ro 9:6,7; 11:1,5.

Hebrews or pure Jews. -- Ac 6:1; Php 3:5.

Hellenists or Grecians. -- Ac 6:1; 9:29.

Many sects and parties. -- Mt 16:6; Mr 8:15.

Obliged to unite against enemies -- Nu 32:20-22; Jdj 19:29; 20:1-48; 1Sa 11:7,8.

Strengthened by God in war -- Le 26:7,8; Jos 5:13,14; 8:1,2.

Enemies of, obliged to acknowledge them as divinely protected -- Jos 2:9-11; Es 6:13.

Covenanting with others. -- Ex 23:32; De 7:2.

Marry with others. -- De 7:3; Jos 23:12.

Following practices of others. -- De 12:29-31; 18:9-14.

Despised all strangers -- 1Sa 17:36; Mt 16:26,27; Eph 2:11.

Held no intercourse with strangers -- Joh 4:9; Ac 11:2,3.

Condemned for associating with other nations -- Jdj 2:1-3; Jer 2:18.

Received proselytes from other nations -- Ac 2:10; Ex 12:44,48.

Gentiles made one with, under the gospel -- Ac 10:15,28; 15:8,9; Ga 3:28; Eph 2:14-16.

Rejoiced at calamities of. -- Ps 44:13,14; 80:5,6; Eze 36:4.

None hated or oppressed, with impunity -- Ps 137:8,9; Eze 25:15,16; 35:6; Ob 1:10-16.

Regarded as the restorer of national greatness. -- Mt 20:21; Lu 24:21; Ac 1:6.

Rejected by. -- Isa 53:3; Mr 6:3; Joh 1:11.

Imprecated the blood of Christ upon themselves and their children -- Mt 27:25.

Many of, believed the gospel -- Ac 21:20.

Unbelieving, persecuted the Christians -- Ac 17:5,13; 1Th 2:14-16.

Scattered and peeled -- Isa 18:2,7; Jas 1:1.

Punishment of, for rejecting and killing Christ, illustrated -- Mt 21:37-43.

Descendants of Abraham -- Ps 105:6; Isa 51:2; Joh 8:33; Ro 9:7.

The people of God -- De 32:9; 2Sa 7:24; Isa 51:16.

Separated to God -- Ex 33:16; Nu 23:9; De 4:34.

Beloved for their father's sake -- De 4:37; 10:15; Ro 11:28.

Christ descended from -- Joh 4:22; Ro 9:5.

God's protection. -- Ps 105:15; Zec 2:8.

The covenant established with -- Ex 6:4; 24:6-8; 34:27.

Breaking covenant. -- Isa 24:5; Jer 11:10.

Transgressing the law. -- Isa 1:4,7; 24:5,6.

Imprecating upon themselves the blood of Christ. -- Mt 27:25.

Scattered among the nations -- De 28:64; Eze 6:8; 36:19.

Their country trodden under foot by the Gentiles -- De 28:49-52; Lu 21:24.

Deprived of civil and religious privileges -- Ho 3:4.

Aggravated the afflictions of. -- Zec 1:14,15.

God, mindful of -- Ps 98:3; Isa 49:15,16.

Compassion of Christ for -- Mt 23:37; Lu 19:41.

The gospel preached to, first -- Mt 10:6; Lu 24:47; Ac 1:8.

Blessedness of favouring -- Ge 12:3; Ps 122:6.

Pray importunately for -- Ps 122:6; Isa 62:1,6,7; Jer 31:7; Ro 10:1.

The pouring out of the Spirit upon them. -- Eze 39:29; Zec 12:10.

The removal of their blindness. -- Ro 11:25; 2Co 3:14-16.

Their return and seeking to God. -- Ho 3:5.

Their humiliation for the rejection of Christ. -- Zec 12:10.

Sanctification. -- Jer 33:8; Eze 36:25; Zec 12:1,9.

Joy occasioned by conversion of. -- Isa 44:23; 49:13; 52:8,9; 66:10.

Blessing to the Gentiles by conversion of. -- Isa 2:1-5; 60:5; 66:19; Ro 11:12,15.

Gentiles assisting in their restoration. -- Isa 49:22,23; 60:10,14; 61:4-6.

Subjection of Gentiles to. -- Isa 60:11,12,14.

That Christ shall appear amongst. -- Isa 59:20; Zec 14:4.

That Christ shall dwell amongst. -- Eze 43:7,9; Zec 2:11.

That Christ shall reign over. -- Eze 34:23,24; 37:24,25.

Conversion of, illustrated -- Eze 37:1-14; Ro 11:24.


Jordan, the River

Often overflowed -- Jos 3:15; 1Ch 12:15.

Overflowing of, called the swelling of Jordan -- Jer 12:5; 49:19.

Empties itself into the Dead Sea -- Nu 34:12.

Infested with lions. -- Jer 49:19; 50:44.

Afforded clay for moulding brass, & c. -- 1Ki 7:46; 2Ch 4:17.

Chosen by Lot for a residence. -- Ge 13:11.

Fordable in some places -- Jos 2:7; Jdj 12:5,6.

Division of its waters to let Israel pass over. -- Jos 3:12-16; 5:1.

Return of its waters to their place. -- Jos 4:18.

Slaughter of the Ephraimites. -- Jdj 12:4-6.

Healing of Naaman the leper. -- 2Ki 5:10,14.

Baptism of multitudes by John the Baptist. -- Mt 3:6; Mr 1:5; Joh 1:28.

Baptism of our Lord. -- Mt 3:13,15; Mr 1:9.

Preceded by priests with the ark. -- Jos 3:6,11,14.

Successfully effected. -- Jos 3:17; 4:1,10,11.

Commemorated by a pillar of stones raised in it. -- Jos 4:9.

Commemorated by a pillar of stones in Gilgal. -- Jos 4:2-8,20-24.

A pledge that God would drive the Canaanites, & c out of their land. -- Jos 3:10.

The Jews had great pride in -- Zec 11:3.

Moses not allowed to cross -- De 3:27; 31:2.


Joy

The gospel, good tidings of -- Lu 2:10,11.

God's word affords -- Ne 8:12; Jer 15:16.

The gospel to be received with -- 1Th 1:6.

Enjoined to saints -- Ps 32:11; Php 3:1.

Fulness of, in God's presence -- Ps 16:11.

Vanity of seeking, from earthly things -- Ec 2:10,11; 11:8.

For deliverance from bondage. -- Ps 105:43; Jer 31:10-13.

For manifestation of goodness. -- 2Ch 7:10.

For divine protection. -- Ps 5:11; 16:8,9.

For the victory of Christ. -- Joh 16:33.

For the success of the gospel. -- Ac 15:3.

Expressed in hymns. -- Eph 5:19; Jas 5:13.

Afflictions of saints succeeded by -- Ps 30:5; 126:5; Isa 35:10; Joh 16:20.

Pray for restoration of -- Ps 51:8,12; 85:6.

Communion of saints. -- 2Ti 1:4; 1Jo 1:3,4; 2Jo 1:12.

Saints should afford, to their minsters -- Php 2:2; Phm 1:20.

Esteem their people as their. -- Php 4:1; 1Th 2:20.

Promote, in their people. -- 2Co 1:24; Php 1:25.

Pray for, for their people. -- Ro 15:13.

Have, in the faith and holiness of their people. -- 2Co 7:4; 1Th 3:9; 3Jo 1:4.

Desire to render an account with. -- Php 2:16; Heb 13:17.

Liberality in God's service should cause -- 1Ch 29:9,17.

Saints should engage in all religious services with -- Ezr 6:22; Ps 42:4.

Saints should have, in all their undertakings -- De 12:18.

Saints shall be presented to God with exceeding -- 1Pe 4:13; Jude 1:24.

The coming of Christ will afford to saints, exceeding -- 1Pe 4:13.

Shall be the final reward of saints at the judgment day -- Mt 25:21.

Is derived from earthly pleasures. -- Ec 2:10; 11:9.

Should be turned into mourning. -- Jas 4:9.

Holy -- Illustrated -- Isa 9:3; Mt 13:44.


Joy of God Over His People, The

Greatness of, described -- Zep 3:17.
On account of their
Repentance. -- Lu 15:7,10.
Faith. -- Heb 11:5,6.
Fear of him. -- Ps 147:11.
Praying to him. -- Pr 15:8.
Hope in his mercy. -- Ps 147:11.
Meekness. -- Ps 149:4.
Uprightness. -- 1Ch 29:17; Pr 11:20.
Leads to him
Prosper them. -- De 30:9.
Do them good. -- De 28:63; Jer 32:41.
Deliver them. -- 2Sa 22:20.
Comfort them. -- Isa 65:19.
Give them the inheritance. -- Nu 14:8.
Illustrated -- Isa 62:5; Lu 15:23,24.
Exemplified
Solomon. -- 1Ki 10:9.


Judah, the Tribe Of

Descended from Jacob's fourth son -- Ge 29:35.

Predictions respecting -- Ge 49:8-12; De 33:7.

Strength of, on leaving Egypt -- Nu 1:26,27; 2:4.

Encamped with its standard east of the tabernacle -- Nu 2:3.

Led the first division of Israel in their journeys -- Nu 10:14.

Offering of, at dedication -- Nu 7:12-17.

Strength of on entering Canaan -- Nu 26:22.

On Gerizim said amen to the blessings -- De 27:12.

First and most vigorous in driving out the Canaanites -- Jdj 1:3-20.

Furnished to Israel the first judge -- Jdj 3:9.

Aided Saul in his wars -- 1Sa 11:8; 15:4.

After Saul's rebellion appointed to furnish kings to Israel -- 1Sa 13:14; 15:28; 16:6,13; 2Sa 2:4; 7:16,17.

The first to submit to David -- 2Sa 2:10.

Reigned over alone by David seven years and a half -- 2Sa 2:11; 5:5.

Officer placed over by David -- 1Ch 27:18.

Reproved for tardiness in bringing back David after Absalom's rebellion -- 2Sa 19:11-15.

Other tribes jealous of, on account of David -- 2Sa 19:41-42; 20:1,2.

With Benjamin alone, adhered to the house of David -- 1Ki 12:21.

The last tribe carried into captivity -- 2Ki 17:18,20; 25:21.

Out Lord sprang from -- Mt 1:3-16; Lu 3:23-33; Heb 7:14.

Kings of Judah. -- (See 1st and 2nd Books of Kings)


Judea, Modern

One of the divisions of the Holy Land under the Romans -- Lu 3:1.

Comprised the whole of the ancient kingdom of Judah -- 1Ki 12:21-24.

Tempted in the wilderness of. -- Mt 4:1.

Often left, to escape persecution. -- Joh 4:1-3.

Several Christian churches in -- Ac 9:31; 1Th 2:14.


Judges, Extraordinary

Raised up to deliver Israel -- Jdj 2:16.

Upheld and strengthened by God -- Jdj 2:18.

Remarkable for their faith -- Heb 11:32.

During four hundred and fifty years -- Ac 13:20.

Not without intermission -- Jdj 17:6; 18:1; 19:1; 21:25.

The office of, not always for life, or hereditary -- Jdj 8:23,29.

Israel not permanently or spiritually benefitted by -- Jdj 2:17-19.


Judgments

Posterity of sinners. -- Ex 20:5; Ps 37:28; La 5:7.

Sent for correction -- Job 37:13; Jer 30:11.

Sent for the deliverance of saints -- Ex 6:6.

Disobedience to God. -- Le 26:14-16; 2Ch 7:19,20.

Despising the warnings of God. -- 2Ch 36:16; Pr 1:24-31; Jer 44:4-6.

Manifest the righteous character of God -- Ex 9:14-16; Eze 39:21; Da 9:14.

Are frequently tempered with mercy -- Jer 4:27; 5:10,15-18; Am 9:8.

Contrition. -- Ne 1:4; Es 4:3; Isa 22:12.

Should be a warning to others -- Lu 13:3,5.

Pray for those under. -- Ex 32:11-13; Nu 11:2; Da 9:3.

Sympathise with those under. -- Jer 9:1; 13:17; La 3:48.

Acknowledge the justice of. -- 2Sa 24:17; Ezr 9:13; Ne 9:33; Jer 14:17.


Judgment, The

Predicted in the Old Testament -- 1Ch 16:33; Ps 9:7; 96:13; Ec 3:17.

A first principle of the gospel -- Heb 6:2.

A day appointed for -- Ac 17:31; Ro 2:16.

Revelation of the righteous judgment of God. -- Ro 2:5.

Day of judgment and perdition of ungodly men. -- 2Pe 3:7.

Shall be administered by Christ -- Joh 5:22,27; Ac 10:42; Ro 14:10; 2Co 5:10.

Saints shall sit with Christ in -- 1Co 6:2; Re 20:4.

Shall take place at the coming of Christ -- Mt 25:31; 2Ti 4:1.

Of Heathen, by the law of conscience -- Ro 2:12,14,15.

Of Jews, by the law of Moses -- Ro 2:12.

Of Christians, by the gospel -- Jas 2:12.

Shall be in righteousness -- Ps 98:9; Ac 17:31.

The books shall be opened at -- Da 7:10.

None, by nature can stand in -- Ps 130:3; 143:2; Ro 3:19.

Saints shall, through Christ, be enabled to stand in -- Ro 8:33,34.

Christ will acknowledge saints at -- Mt 25:34-40; Re 3:5.

Perfect love will give boldness in -- 1Jo 4:17.

Saints shall be rewarded at -- 2Ti 4:8; Re 11:18.

The wicked shall be condemned in -- Mt 7:22,23; 25:41.

Final punishment of the wicked will succeed -- Mt 13:40-42; 25:46.

The word of Christ shall be a witness against the wicked in -- Joh 12:48.

Warn the wicked of -- Ac 24:25; 2Co 5:11.

The wicked dread -- Ac 24:25; Heb 10:27.

Neglected advantages increase condemnation at -- Mt 11:20-24; Lu 11:31,32.

Devils shall be condemned at -- 2Pe 2:4; Jude 1:6.


Justice

Christ, an example of -- Ps 98:9; Isa 11:4; Jer 23:5.

Specially required in rulers -- 2Sa 23:3; Eze 45:9.

In executing judgment. -- De 16:18; Jer 21:12.

In buying and selling. -- Le 19:36; De 25:15.

To the fatherless and widows. -- Isa 1:17.

Gives wisdom to execute. -- 1Ki 3:11,12; Pr 2:6,9.

Afflict those who act with. -- Job 12:4; Am 5:12.


Justice of God, The

Is a part of his character -- De 32:4; Isa 45:21.

Without respect of persons. -- Ro 2:11; Col 3:25; 1Pe 1:17.

The habitation of his throne. -- Ps 89:14.


Justification Before God

Requires perfect obedience. -- Le 18:5; Ro 10:5; 2:13; Jas 2:10.

By imputation of Christ's righteousness. -- Isa 61:10; Jer 23:6; Ro 3:22; 5:18; 1Co 1:30; 2Co 5:21.

By the resurrection of Christ. -- Ro 4:25; 1Co 15:17.

Frees from condemnation. -- Isa 50:8,9; 54:17; Ro 8:33,34.

The wicked shall not attain to -- Ex 23:7.

Revealed under the Old Testament age. -- Hab 2:4; Ro 1:17.

Does not make void the law. -- Ro 3:30,31; 1Co 9:21.


Kenites, The

Originally a people of Canaan -- Ge 15:19.

Connected with the Midianites -- Nu 10:29; Jdj 4:11.

Intermarried with. -- Ex 2:21; Jdj 1:16.

Invited, to accompany Israel. -- Nu 10:29-32.

Part of, dwelt with Israel -- Jdj 1:16; 4:11.

Part of, dwelt with the Amalekites -- 1Sa 15:6.

Showed kindness to Israel in the desert -- Ex 18:1-27.

Not destroyed with the Amalekites -- 1Sa 15:6.

The Rechabites descended from -- 1Ch 2:55.

Sisera slain by Jael one of -- Jdj 4:22; 5:24.

Pretended that he invaded. -- 1Sa 27:10.

Sent part of the spoil of war to. -- 1Sa 30:29.


Kings

Israel warned against seeking -- 1Sa 8:9-18.

Sin of Israel in seeking -- 1Sa 12:17-20.

Israel in seeking, rejected God as their king -- 1Sa 8:7; 10:19.

Israel asked for, that they might be like the nations -- 1Sa 8:5,19,20.

First given to Israel in anger -- Ho 13:11.

God reserved to himself the choice of -- De 17:14,15; 1Sa 9:16,17; 16:12.

When first established in Israel, not hereditary -- De 17:20; 1Sa 13:13,14; 15:28,29.

Rendered hereditary in the family of David -- 2Sa 7:12-16; Ps 89:35-37.

Of Israel not to be foreigners -- De 17:15.

Laws for the government of the kingdom by, written by Samuel -- 1Sa 10:25.

Required to write and keep by them, a copy of the divine law -- De 17:18-20.

Had power to make war and peace -- 1Sa 11:5-7.

Proclaiming with trumpets. -- 2Sa 15:10; 1Ki 1:34; 2Ki 9:13; 11:14.

Putting into their hands the books of the law. -- 2Ki 11:12; 2Ch 23:11.

Covenanting to govern lawfully. -- 2Sa 5:3.

Receiving homage. -- 1Sa 10:1; 1Ch 29:24.

Shouting "God save the king". -- 1Sa 10:24; 2Sa 16:16; 2Ki 11:12.

Dwelt in royal palaces -- 2Ch 9:11; Ps 45:15.

Arrayed in royal apparel -- 1Ki 22:30; Mt 6:29.

Names of, often changed at their accession -- 2Ki 23:34; 24:17.

Confidant or king's special friend. -- 1Ki 4:5; 1Ch 27:33.

Comptroller of the household. -- 1Ki 4:6; 2Ch 28:7.

Scribe or secretary. -- 2Sa 8:17; 1Ki 4:3.

Captain of the host. -- 2Sa 8:16; 1Ki 4:4.

Captain of the guard. -- 2Sa 8:18; 20:23.

Providers for the king's table. -- 1Ki 4:7-19.

Master of the wardrobe. -- 2Ki 22:14; 2Ch 34:22.

Overseer of the tribute. -- 1Ki 4:6; 12:18.

Overseer of royal vineyards. -- 1Ch 27:27.

Overseer of royal plantations. -- 1Ch 27:28.

Overseer of royal herds. -- 1Sa 21:7; 1Ch 27:29.

Approached with greatest reverence -- 1Sa 24:8; 2Sa 9:8; 14:22; 1Ki 1:23.

Presented with gifts by strangers -- 1Ki 10:2,10,25; 2Ki 5:5; Mt 2:11.

Right hand of, the place of honour -- 1Ki 2:19; Ps 45:9; 110:1.

Attendants of, stood in their presence -- 1Ki 10:8; 2Ki 25:19.

Voluntary contributions. -- 1Sa 10:27; 16:20; 1Ch 12:39,40.

Tribute from foreign nations. -- 1Ki 4:21,24,25; 2Ch 8:8; 17:11.

Tax on produce of the land. -- 1Ki 4:7-19.

Tax on foreign merchandise. -- 1Ki 10:15.

Their own flocks and herds. -- 2Ch 32:29.

Produce of their own lands. -- 2Ch 26:10.

Sometimes nominated their successors -- 1Ki 1:33,34; 2Ch 11:22,23.

Punished for transgressing the divine law -- 2Sa 12:7-12; 1Ki 21:18-24.

Rehoboam (first part of his reign). -- 1Ki 12:1-20; 2Ch 10:1-16.

Athaliah, mother of Ahaziah (usurper). -- 2Ki 11:1-3; 2Ch 22:10-12.

Called the Lord's anointed -- 1Sa 16:6; 24:6; 2Sa 19:21.

Jeroboam against Rehoboam. -- 1Ki 12:12,16.

Shallum against Zachariah. -- 2Ki 15:10.

Reign by direction of Christ -- Pr 8:15.

Resistance to, is resistance to the ordinance of God -- Ro 13:2.

Able to enforce their commands -- Ec 8:4.

Numerous subjects the honour of -- Pr 14:28.

Promote the interests of the Church. -- Ezr 1:2-4; 6:1-12.

Maintain the cause of the poor and oppressed. -- Pr 31:8,9.

Prolong their reign by hating covetousness -- Pr 28:16.

Throne of, established by righteousness and justice -- Pr 16:12; 29:14.

The gospel to be preached to -- Ac 9:15; 26:27,28.

Without understanding, are oppressors -- Pr 28:16.

Judgments upon, when opposed to Christ -- Ps 2:2,5,9.

Regard God as their strength. -- Ps 99:4.

Are pacified by submission. -- Pr 16:14; 25:15.

Evil counsellors should be removed from -- 2Ch 22:3,4; Pr 25:5.

Curse not, even in thought -- Ex 22:28; Ec 10:20.

Speak no evil of -- Job 34:18; 2Pe 2:10.

Punishment for resisting the lawful authority of -- Ro 13:2.

Guilt and danger of stretching out the hand against -- 1Sa 26:9; 2Sa 1:14.

They that walk after the flesh despise -- 2Pe 2:10; Jude 1:8.


Lamb, The

The young of the flock -- Ex 12:5; Eze 45:15.

Exposed to danger from wild beasts -- 1Sa 17:34.

From the earliest times. -- Ge 4:4; 22:7,8.

Every morning and evening. -- Ex 29:38,39; Nu 28:3,4.

By the wicked not accepted. -- Isa 1:11; 66:3.

Numbers of, given by Josiah to the people for sacrifice -- 2Ch 35:7.

The first born of an ass to be redeemed with -- Ex 13:13; 34:20.

An extensive commerce in -- Ezr 7:17; Eze 27:21.

Tribute often paid in -- 2Ki 3:4; Isa 16:1.

Covenants confirmed by gift of -- Ge 21:28-30.

The image of, was the first impression of on money -- Ge 33:19; Jos 24:32.

Of Christ as a sacrifice. -- Joh 1:29; Re 5:6.

Of any thing dear or cherished. -- 2Sa 12:3,9.

Of the Lord's people. -- Isa 5:17; 11:6.

Of weak believers. -- Isa 40:11; Joh 21:15.

(Patience of,) of the patience of Christ. -- Isa 53:7; Ac 8:32.

(Among wolves,) of ministers among the ungodly. -- Lu 10:3.

(Deserted and exposed,) of Israel deprived of God's protection. -- Ho 4:16.

(Brought to slaughter,) of the wicked under judgments. -- Jer 51:40.

(Consumed in sacrifice,) of complete destruction of the wicked. -- Ps 37:20.


Lamps

Sometimes supplied with oil form a bowl through pipes -- Zec 4:2.

Required to be constantly trimmed -- Mt 25:7.

Persons going out at night. -- Joh 18:3.

Often kept lighting all night -- Pr 31:18.

Placed on a stand to give light to all in the house -- Mt 5:15.

Illumination of the tents of Arab chiefs by, alluded to -- Job 29:3,4.

Probable origin of dark lantern -- Jdj 7:16.

Of the word of God. -- Ps 119:105; Pr 6:23.

Of omniscience of Christ. -- Da 10:6; Re 1:14.

Of graces of the Holy Spirit. -- Re 4:5.

Of salvation of God. -- Ge 15:17; Isa 62:1.

Of God's guidance. -- 2Sa 22:29; Ps 18:28.

Of a succession of heirs. -- 1Ki 11:36; 15:4.

(Put out,) of destruction of the wicked. -- Job 18:5,6; 21:17; 13:9.

(Totally quenched,) of complete destruction of those who curse parents. -- Pr 20:20.


Language

Of all mankind one at first -- Ge 11:1,6.

A punishment for presumption, &c. -- Ge 11:2-6.

Originated the varieties in. -- Ge 11:7.

Scattered men over the earth. -- Ge 11:8,9.

Divided men into separated nations. -- Ge 10:5,20,31.

Great variety of, spoken by men -- 1Co 14:10.

Ancient kingdoms often comprehended nations of different -- Es 1:22; Da 3:4; 6:25.

The term barbarian applied to those who spoke a strange -- 1Co 14:11.

A gift of the Holy Spirit. -- 1Co 12:10.

Given on the day of Pentecost. -- Ac 2:3,4.

Followed receiving the gospel. -- Ac 10:44-46.

Conferred by laying on of the apostles' hands. -- Ac 8:17,18; 19:6.

Necessary to spread of the gospel. -- Ac 2:7-11.

Ceased when the written Bible completed. -- 1Co 13:8-10.

Antiquity of engaging persons for. -- Ge 42:23.

Most important in the early church. -- 1Co 14:5,13,27,28.

The Jews punished by being given up to people of a strange. -- De 28:49; Isa 28:11; Jer 5:15.


Laver of Brass

Moses was commanded to make -- Ex 30:18.

Wisdom given to Bezaleel to make -- Ex 31:2,9.

Made of brazen mirrors of the women -- Ex 38:8.

Was placed in the court between the altar and the tabernacle -- Ex 30:18; 40:7,30.

Was anointed with holy oil -- Ex 40:11; Le 8:11.

Before entering the tabernacle. -- Ex 30:19,20.

Before approaching the altar. -- Ex 30:20.

One made by Solomon for the temple -- 1Ki 7:23-26; 2Ki 25:13.

Called the Brazen sea -- 2Ki 25:13; Jer 52:17.

Christ the fountain for sin. -- Zec 13:1; Re 1:5.


Law of God, The

To the Israelites. -- Ex 20:2-17; Ps 78:5.

Through the ministration of angels. -- Ac 7:53; Ga 3:19; Heb 2:2.

Requires obedience of the heart -- Ps 51:6; Mt 5:28; 22:37.

Requires perfect obedience -- De 27:26; Ga 3:10; Jas 2:10.

Love is the fulfilling of -- Ro 13:8,10; Ga 3:10; Jas 2:10.

Man, by nature, not in subjection to -- Ro 7:5; 8:7.

Man cannot render perfect obedience to -- 1Ki 8:46; Ec 7:20; Ro 3:10.

Man cannot be justified by -- Ac 13:39; Ro 3:20,28; Ga 2:16; 3:11.

Gives the knowledge of sin -- Ro 3:20; 7:7.

A characteristic of saints. -- Re 12:17.

Blessedness of keeping -- Ps 119:1; Mt 5:19; 1Jo 3:22,24; Re 22:14.

The love of, produces peace -- Ps 119:165.

Freed from the bondage of. -- Ro 6:14; 7:4,6; Ga 3:13.

Have, written on their hearts. -- Jer 31:33; Heb 8:10.

Prepare their hearts to seek. -- Ezr 7:10.

Pledge themselves to walk in. -- Ne 10:29.

Should make the subject of their conversation. -- Ex 13:9.

Lament over the violation of, by others. -- Ps 119:136.

Is the rule of life to saints -- 1Co 9:21; Ga 5:13,14.

Punishment for disobeying -- Ne 9:26,27; Isa 65:11-13; Jer 9:13-16.


Law of Moses, The

Through Moses as mediator. -- De 5:5,27,28; Joh 1:17; Ga 3:19.

After the exodus. -- De 4:45; Ps 81:4,5.

To no other nation. -- De 4:8; Ps 147:20.

None to approach the Mount while God gave -- Ex 19:13,21-24; Heb 12:20.

Remarkable phenomena connected with, at giving of -- Ex 19:16-19.

Terror of Israel at receiving -- Ex 19:16; 20:18-20; De 5:5,23-25.

Additions made to, in the plains of Moab by Jordan -- Nu 36:13.

Ministration of condemnation. -- 2Co 3:9.

Entire of, written in a book -- De 31:9.

Book of, laid up in the sanctuary -- De 31:26.

Tables of, laid up in the ark -- De 10:5.

Moral, embodied in the ten commandments. -- De 5:22; 10:4.

Ceremonial, relating to manner of worshipping God. -- Le 7:37,38; Heb 9:1-7.

Civil, relating to administration of justice. -- De 17:9-11; Ac 23:3; 24:6.

A covenant of works to the Jews as a nation. -- De 28:1,15; Jer 31:32.

To love their neighbour. -- Le 19:18; Mt 22:39.

Strict justice and impartiality. -- Le 19:35,36.

All punishments awarded according to. -- Joh 8:5; 19:7; Heb 10:28.

To lay up, in their hearts. -- De 6:6; 11:18.

To teach their children. -- De 6:7; 11:19.

Kings to write and study -- De 17:18,19.

Good kings enforced -- 2Ki 23:24,25; 2Ch 31:21.

Priests and Levites to teach -- De 33:8-10; Ne 8:7; Mal 2:7.

The scribes were learned in, and expounded -- Ezr 7:6; Mt 23:2.

Public instruction given to youth in -- Lu 2:46; Ac 22:3.

At the feast of tabernacles in the sabbatical year. -- De 31:10-13.

In the synagogues every Sabbath day. -- Ac 13:15; 15:21.

A means of national reformation -- 2Ch 34:19-21; Ne 8:13-18.

A shadow of good things to come -- Heb 10:1.

Could not give righteous and life -- Ga 3:21; Ro 8:3,4; Heb 10:1.

A schoolmaster to lead to Christ -- Ga 3:24.

Circumcised according to. -- Lu 2:21; Ro 15:8.

Came not to destroy but to fulfil. -- Mt 5:17,18.

Attended all feasts of. -- Joh 2:23; 7:2,10,37.

Fulfilled all precepts of. -- Ps 40:7,8.

Fulfilled all types and shadows of. -- Heb 9:8,11-14; 10:1,11-14.

Magnified and made honourable. -- Isa 42:21.

Bore the curse of. -- De 21:23; Ga 3:13.

Abrogated, as a covenant of works. -- Ro 7:4.

Was not the manifestation of the grace of God -- Joh 1:17; Ro 8:3,4.

Could not disannul the covenant of grace made in Christ -- Ga 3:17.

Jewish converts would have all Christians observe -- Ac 15:1.

Held those ignorant of, accursed. -- Joh 7:49.

From regard to, rejected Christ. -- Ro 9:31-33.

Accused Christ of breaking. -- Joh 19:7.

Accused Christians of speaking. -- Ac 6:11-14; 21:28.

Dishonoured God by breaking. -- Ro 2:23.

Shall be judged by. -- Joh 5:45; Ro 2:12.

Darkness, &c at giving of, illustrative of obscurity of Mosaic age -- Heb 12:18-24.


Leaven

During the feast of the passover. -- Ex 12:15-20.

To be offered, &c with meat offerings which were burned. -- Le 2:11; 10:12.

Used with thank offerings -- Le 7:13; Am 4:5.

First fruits of wheat offered with -- Le 23:17.

The rapid spread of the gospel. -- Mt 13:33; Lu 13:21.

Doctrines of Pharisees, &c. -- Mt 16:6,12.


Lebanon

Bounded the land of Canaan on the north -- De 1:7; 11:24.

Great part of, not conquered by the Israelites -- Jos 13:2,5; Jdj 3:1-4.

Lofty tops of, covered with snow -- Jer 18:14.

Forests of, infested with wild beasts -- Song 4:8; Isa 40:16; Hab 2:17.

Formerly inhabited by the Hivites -- Jdj 3:3.

Wood for Solomon's temple. -- 1Ki 5:5,6.

Stones for Solomon's temple. -- 1Ki 5:14,18.

Difficulties of passing, surmounted by Assyrian army -- 2Ki 19:23.

Of great and powerful monarchs. -- Isa 10:24,34.

Of the Jewish nation. -- Jer 22:6,23; Heb 2:17.

(Glory of,) of the glory of the church. -- Isa 35:2; 60:13.

(Fragrance of,) of the graces of the church. -- Song 4:11; Ho 14:6,7.

(Shaking of its forests,) of prodigious growth of the church. -- Ps 72:16.

(Mourning of,) of deep affliction. -- Eze 31:15.


Leopard

Inhabited mountains of Canaan -- Song 4:8.

Lies in wait for its prey -- Jer 5:6; Ho 13:7.

(Tamed,) of the wicked subdued by the gospel. -- Isa 11:6.


Leprosy

A common disease among the Jews -- Lu 4:27.

Often sent as a punishment for sin -- Nu 12:9,10; 2Ch 26:19.

Often began with a bright red spot -- Le 13:2,24.

Turned the skin white -- Ex 4:6; 2Ki 5:27.

Turned the hair white or yellow -- Le 13:3,10,30.

Judges and directors in cases of. -- De 24:8.

Examined persons suspected of. -- Le 13:2,9.

Shut up persons suspected of, seven days. -- Le 13:4.

Had rules for distinguishing. -- Le 13:5-44.

Examined all persons healed of. -- Le 14:2; Mt 8:4; Lu 17:14.

Ceremonially unclean. -- Le 13:8,11,22,44.

Separated from intercourse with others. -- Nu 5:2; 12:14,15.

Associated together. -- 2Ki 7:3; Lu 17:12.

Excluded from priest's office. -- Le 22:2-4.

To have their heads bare, clothes rent, and lip covered. -- Le 13:45.

To cry unclean when approached. -- Le 13:45.

Less inveterate when it covered the whole body -- Le 13:13.

Power of God manifested in curing -- Nu 12:13,14; 2Ki 5:8-14.

Power of Christ manifested in curing -- Mt 8:3; Lu 5:13; 17:13,14.

Suspected of, shown to priest. -- Le 13:49.

Suspected of, shut up seven days. -- Le 13:50.

Infected with, to have the piece first torn out. -- Le 13:56.

Incurable infected with, burned. -- Le 13:51,52.

Suspected of, but not having, washed and pronounced clean. -- Le 13:53,54,58,59.

Suspected of, reported to priest. -- Le 14:35.

Suspected of, inspected by priest. -- Le 14:37.

Suspected of, shut up seven days. -- Le 14:38.

To have the part infected with, first removed, and the rest scraped, &c. -- Le 14:39,42.

Incurably infected with, pulled down and removed. -- Le 14:43-45.

Infected with, communicated uncleanness to everyone who entered them. -- Le 14:46,47.

Suspected of, but not infected, pronounced clean. -- Le 14:48.

Ceremonies at cleansing of. -- Le 14:49-53.


Leviathan

God's power, exhibited in destroying -- Ps 74:14.

Power and severity of God. -- Job 41:10.


Levites, The

Descended from Jacob's third son -- Ge 29:34; Heb 7:9,10.

Prophecies respecting -- Ge 49:5,7; De 33:8-11.

Originally consisted for three families or divisions -- Nu 3:17; 1Ch 6:16-48.

Numbered separately after the people from a month old -- Nu 3:14-16,39.

Chosen by God for service of the sanctuary -- 1Ch 15:2; Nu 3:6.

Taken instead of the first-born of Israel -- Nu 3:12,13,40-45; 8:16-18.

Zeal against idolatry a cause of their appointment -- Ex 32:26-28; De 33:9,10.

Entered on their service at twenty-five years of age -- Nu 8:24.

Numbered as ministers at thirty -- Nu 4:3,23-49.

When superannuated required to perform the less arduous duties -- Nu 8:26.

Making a sin-offering for. -- Nu 8:8,12.

Elders of Israel laying their hands on them. -- Nu 8:9,10.

Presenting them to God as an offering for the people. -- Nu 8:11,15.

Setting before the priest and presenting them as their offering to God. -- Nu 8:13.

Given to Aaron and sons -- Nu 3:9; 8:19.

Encamped round the tabernacle -- Nu 1:50,52,53; 3:23,29,35.

Marched in the centre of Israel -- Nu 2:17.

Ministering to priests. -- Nu 3:6,7; 18:2.

Keeping the charge of the sanctuary. -- Nu 18:3; 1Ch 23:32.

Keeping sacred instruments and vessels. -- Nu 3:8; 1Ch 9:28,29.

Keeping sacred oil, flour, &c. -- 1Ch 9:29,30.

Taking charge of the tithes, offerings, &c. -- 2Ch 31:11-19; Ne 12:44.

Doing the service of tabernacle. -- Nu 8:19,22.

Taking down, putting up, and carrying the tabernacle, &c. -- Nu 1:50,51; 4:5-33.

Preparing the sacrifices for the priests. -- 1Ch 23:31; 2Ch 35:11.

Preparing the show bread. -- 1Ch 9:31,32; 23:29.

Purifying the holy things. -- 1Ch 23:28.

Regulating weights and measures. -- 1Ch 23:29.

Keeping the gates of the temple. -- 1Ch 9:17-26; 23:5; 2Ch 35:15; Ne 12:25.

Singing praises before the army. -- 2Ch 20:21,22.

Judging and deciding in controversies. -- De 17:9; 1Ch 23:4; 2Ch 19:8.

Guarded king's person and house in times of danger -- 2Ki 11:5-9; 2Ch 23:5-7.

Had no inheritance in Israel -- De 10:9; Jos 13:33; 14:3.

The Jews to be kind and benevolent to -- De 12:12,18,19; 14:29; 16:11,14.

Eight and forty cities with extensive suburbs, appointed for -- Nu 35:2-8.

The tithes given to, for their support -- Nu 18:21,24; 2Ch 31:4,5; Ne 12:44,45; Heb 7:5.

Bound to give a tenth of their tithes to the priests -- Nu 18:26-32.

Had a part of their offerings -- De 18:1,2.

Numbered them first from thirty years old. -- 1Ch 23:2-3.

Divided them into four classed. -- 1Ch 23:4-6.

By his last words had them numbered from twenty years old. -- 1Ch 23:24,27.

Made them serve from twenty on account of the lightness of their duties. -- 1Ch 23:26,28-32.

Subdivided into 24 courses. -- 1Ch 23:6; 25:8-31.

Made them attend in courses. -- 2Ch 8:14; 31:17.

Served in courses after captivity -- Ezr 6:18.

Had chiefs or officers over them -- Nu 3:24,30,35; 1Ch 15:4-10; 2Ch 35:9; Ezr 8:29.

Were all under control of the high priest's deputy -- Nu 3:32; 1Ch 9:20.

While in attendance lodged around the temple -- 1Ch 9:27.

Punished with death for encroaching on the priestly office -- Nu 18:3.

Punishment of Korah and others of, for offering incense -- Nu 16:1-35.


Liberality

Characteristic of saints -- Ps 112:9; Isa 32:8.

In leading to those in want. -- Mt 5:42.

In relieving the destitute. -- Isa 58:7.

In rendering personal services. -- Php 2:30.

According to ability. -- De 16:10,17; 1Co 16:2.

Exercise of, provokes others to -- 2Co 9:2.

Labour to be enabled to exercise -- Ac 20:35; Eph 4:28.

A proof of not having faith. -- Jas 2:14-16.

Blessings connected with -- Ps 41:1; Pr 22:9; Ac 20:35.


Liberty, Christian

By the Holy Spirit. -- Ro 8:15; 2Co 3:17.

Proclaimed by Christ -- Isa 61:1; Lu 4:18.

Called the glorious liberty of the children of God -- Ro 8:21.

Not offend others by. -- 1Co 8:9; 10:29,32.

The gospel is the law of -- Jas 1:25; 2:12.

The wicked, devoid of -- Joh 8:34; Ro 6:20.


Life, Eternal

Revealed by Christ -- Joh 6:68; 2Ti 1:10.

To those who believe in God. -- Joh 5:24.

To those who believe in Christ. -- Joh 3:15,16; 6:40,47.

To those who hate life for Christ. -- Joh 12:25.

Drinking the water of life. -- Joh 4:14.

Eating the bread of life. -- Joh 6:50-58.

They who are ordained to, believe the gospel -- Ac 13:48.

Have promises of. -- 1Ti 4:8; 2Ti 1:1; Tit 1:2; 1Jo 2:25.

May have assurance of. -- 2Co 5:1; 1Jo 5:13.

Shall reap, through the Spirit. -- Ga 6:8.

Look for the mercy of God to. -- Jude 1:21.

The self-righteous think to inherit, by works -- Mr 10:17.

Cannot be inherited by works -- Ro 2:7; 3:10-19.

Judge themselves unworthy of. -- Ac 13:46.


Life, Natural

God is the author of -- Ge 2:7; Ac 17:28.

Is in the hand of God -- Job 12:10; Da 5:23.

Of others, not to be taken away -- Ex 20:13.

God's loving-kindness better than -- Ps 63:3.

Sometimes prolonged, in answer to prayer -- Isa 38:2-5; Jas 5:15.

Obedience to God, tends to prolong -- De 30:20.

Obedience to parents, tends to prolong -- Ex 20:12; Pr 4:10.

Cares and pleasures of, dangerous -- Lu 8:14; 21:34; 2Ti 2:4.

Saints have true enjoyment of -- Ps 128:2; 1Ti 4:8.

Of saints, specially protected by God -- Job 2:6; Ac 18:10; 1Pe 3:13.

Of the wicked, not specially protected by God -- Job 36:6; Ps 78:50.

The wicked have their portion of good, during -- Ps 17:14; Lu 6:24; 16:25.

Should be taken all due care of -- Mt 10:23; Ac 27:34.

Should be laid down, if necessary, for Christ -- Mt 10:39; Lu 14:26; Ac 20:24.

Should be laid down, if necessary, for the brethren -- Ro 16:4; 1Jo 3:16.

The preservation of. -- Ps 103:4; Joh 2:6.

We know not what is good for us in -- Ec 6:12.

Be not over-anxious to provide for its wants -- Mt 6:25.

The enjoyment of, consists not in abundance of possessions -- Lu 12:15.

An eagle hasting to the prey. -- Job 9:26.

A shepherd's tent removed. -- Isa 38:18.

A thread cut by the weaver. -- Isa 38:12.

Water spilt on the ground. -- 2Sa 14:14.

Shortness of, should lead to spiritual improvement -- De 32:29; Ps 90:12.

Sometimes judicially shortened -- 1Sa 2:32,33; Job 36:14.

Miraculously restored by Christ -- Mt 9:18,25; Lu 7:15,22; Joh 11:43.


Life, Spiritual

God is the Author of -- Ps 36:9; Col 2:13.

The Holy Spirit is the Author of -- Eze 37:14; Ro 8:9-13.

The word of God is the instrument of -- Isa 55:3; 2Co 3:6; 1Pe 4:6.

Has its origin in the new-birth -- Joh 3:3-8.

Has its maturity -- Eph 4:13; 1Jo 2:13,14.

Evidenced by love to the brethren -- 1Jo 3:14.

Should animate the services of saints -- Ro 12:1; 1Co 14:15.

Pray for the increase of -- Ps 119:25; 143:11.

Lovers of pleasure destitute of -- 1Ti 5:6.

Hypocrites destitute of -- Jude 1:12; Re 3:1.


Light

Sun, moon, and stars appointed to communicate to the earth -- Ge 1:14-17; Jer 31:35.

Extraordinary or miraculous. -- Ex 14:20; Ps 78:14; Ac 9:3; 12:7.

Communicated to the body through the eye -- Pr 15:30; Mt 6:22.

Manifesting objects. -- Joh 3:20,21; Eph 5:13.

The theory of, beyond man's comprehension -- Job 38:19,20,24.

Christ the source of all wisdom. -- Lu 2:32; Joh 1:4,9; 8:12; 12:46.

Future glory of saints. -- Ps 97:11; Col 1:12.

Whatever makes manifest. -- Joh 3:21; Eph 5:13.


Lion, The

Superior in strength. -- Jdj 14:18; Pr 30:30.

Fearless even of man. -- Isa 31:4; Na 2:11.

Greatness of its teeth alluded to -- Ps 58:6; Joe 1:6.

God's power exhibited in restraining -- 1Ki 13:28; Da 6:22,27.

God provides for -- Job 38:39; Ps 104:21,28.

Roars when seeking prey -- Ps 104:21; Isa 31:4.

Often carries its prey to its den -- Na 2:12.

Often perishes for lack of food -- Job 4:11.

Attacks the sheepfolds -- 1Sa 17:34; Am 3:12; Mic 5:8.

Attacks and destroys men -- 1Ki 13:24; 20:36.

Universal terror caused by roaring of -- Jer 2:15; Am 3:8.

Criminals often thrown to -- Da 6:7,16,24.

A swarm of bees found in the carcass of, by Samson -- Jdj 14:8.

Disobedient prophet slain by -- 1Ki 13:24,26.

Of God in protecting his church. -- Isa 31:4.

Of God in executing judgments. -- Isa 38:13; La 3:10; Ho 5:14; 13:8.

Of cruel and powerful enemies. -- Isa 5:29; Jer 49:19; 51:38.

Of imaginary fears of the slothful. -- Pr 22:13; 26:13.

(Tamed,) of the natural man subdued by grace. -- Isa 11:7; 65:25.

(Roaring of,) of a king's wrath. -- Pr 19:12; 20:2.


Locust, The

Like to horses prepared for battle. -- Joe 2:4; Re 9:7.

Carried every way by the wind -- Ex 10:13,19.

Immensely numerous -- Ps 105:34; Na 3:15.

Flies in bands and with order -- Pr 30:27.

One of the plagues of Egypt -- Ex 10:4-15.

Threatened with, as a punishment for sin. -- De 28:38,42.

Deprecated the plague of. -- 1Ki 8:37,38.

Promised deliverance from the plague of, on humiliation, &c. -- 2Ch 7:13,14.

Of destructive enemies. -- Joe 1:6,7; 2:2-9.

Of false teachers of the apostasy. -- Re 9:3.

(Destruction of,) of destruction of God's enemies. -- Na 3:15.


Long-Suffering of God, The

Is part of his character -- Ex 34:6; Nu 14:18; Ps 86:15.

Through Christ's intercession -- Lu 13:8.

Should lead to repentance -- Ro 2:4; 2Pe 3:9.

Punished for despising. -- Ne 9:30; Mt 24:48-51; Ro 2:5.


Love of Christ, The

To those who love him -- Pr 8:17; Joh 14:21.

Sending the Spirit. -- Ps 68:18; Joh 16:7.

Saints obtain victory through -- Ro 8:37.

Is the banner over his saints -- Song 2:4.

Is the ground of his saints love to him -- Lu 7:47.

To saints, shall be acknowledge even by enemies -- Re 3:9.


Love of God, The

Is a part of his character -- 2Co 13:11; 1Jo 4:8.

Christ, the especial object of -- Joh 15:9; 17:26.

Irrespective of merit -- De 7:7; Job 7:17.

Perishing sinners. -- Joh 3:16; Tit 3:4.

Christ's dying for us while sinners. -- Ro 5:8; 1Jo 4:10.

Shed abroad in the heart by the Holy Spirit -- Ro 5:5.

The source of our love to him -- 1Jo 4:19.


Love to Christ

His personal excellence is deserving of -- Song 5:9-16.

Preferring him to all others. -- Mt 10:37.

Taking up the cross for Him. -- Mt 10:38.

In proportion to our mercies. -- Lu 7:47.

Increase of, to be prayed for -- Php 1:9.

Pray for grace to those who have -- Eph 6:24.

Are loved by the Father. -- Joh 14:21,23; 16:27.

Are loved by Christ. -- Pr 8:17; Joh 14:21.

Enjoy communion with God and Christ. -- Joh 14:23.

The wicked, destitute of -- Ps 35:19; Joh 15:18,25.


Love to God

The first great commandment -- Mt 22:38.

Perfected, gives boldness -- 1Jo 4:17,18.

God, faithful to those who have -- De 7:9.

Partake of his mercy. -- Ex 20:6; De 7:9.

Have all things working for their good. -- Ro 8:28.

The love of the world is a proof of not having -- 1Jo 2:15.

They who love not others, are without -- 1Jo 4:20.

Hypocrites, without -- Lu 11:42; Joh 5:42.

Promises connected with -- De 11:13-15; Ps 69:36; Isa 56:6,7; Jas 1:12.


Love to Man

Commanded by Christ -- Joh 13:34; 15:12; 1Jo 3:23.

After the example of Christ -- Joh 13:34; 15:12; Eph 5:2.

A fruit of the Spirit -- Ga 5:22; Col 1:8.

Is an active principle -- 1Th 1:3; Heb 6:10.

Is the second great commandment -- Mt 22:37-39.

Is the end of the commandment -- 1Ti 1:5.

Supernatural gifts are nothing without -- 1Co 13:1,2.

The greatest sacrifices are nothing without -- 1Co 13:3.

Especially enjoined upon ministers -- 1Ti 4:12; 2Ti 2:22.

Provoke each other to. -- 2Co 8:7; 9:2; Heb 10:24.

Be disinterested in. -- 1Co 10:24; 13:5; Php 2:4.

Should be connected with brotherly kindness -- Ro 12:10; 2Pe 1:7.

Should be with a pure heart -- 1Pe 1:22.

All things should be done with -- 1Co 16:14.

Ministering to the wants of others. -- Mt 25:35; Heb 6:10.

Relieving strangers. -- Le 25:35; Mt 25:36.

Clothing the naked. -- Isa 58:7; Mt 25:36.

Visiting the sick, &c. -- Job 31:16-22; Jas 1:27.

Supporting the weak. -- Ga 6:2; 1Th 5:14.

Covering the faults of others. -- Pr 10:12; 1Pe 4:8.

Forgiving injuries. -- Eph 4:32; Col 3:13.

Necessary to true happiness -- Pr 15:17.

The love of God is a motive to -- Joh 13:34; 1Jo 4:11.

Is the fulfilling of the law -- Ro 13:8-10; Ga 5:14; Jas 2:8.

Love to self is the measure of -- Mr 12:33.

Hypocrites, devoid of -- 1Jo 2:9,11; 4:20.


Loving-Kindness of God, The

Is through Christ -- Eph 2:7; Tit 3:4-6.

Consideration of the dealings of God gives a knowledge of -- Ps 107:43.

Should expect, in affliction. -- Ps 42:7,8.

Never utterly taken from saints -- Ps 89:33; Isa 54:10.

Former manifestations of, to be pleaded in prayer -- Ps 25:6; 89:49.


Lying

The devil excites men to -- 1Ki 22:22; Ac 5:3.

Respect not those who practise. -- Ps 40:4.

Pray to be preserved from. -- Ps 119:29; Pr 30:8.

The evil of rulers hearkening to -- Pr 29:12.

False prophets addicted to -- Jer 23:14; Eze 22:28.

False witnesses addicted to -- Pr 14:5,25.

Addicted to, from their infancy. -- Ps 58:3.

Prepare their tongues for. -- Jer 9:3,5.

A characteristic of the Apostasy -- 2Th 2:9; 1Ti 4:2.

Love of impure conversation. -- Pr 17:4.

Often accompanied by gross crimes -- Ho 4:1,2.

Folly of concealing hatred by -- Pr 10:18.

Excludes from heaven -- Re 21:27; 22:15.

They who are guilty of, shall be cast into hell -- Re 21:8.


Macedonian Empire, The

Called the kingdom of Grecia -- Da 11:2.

Brazen part of the image in Nebuchadnezzar's dream. -- Da 2:32,39.

Leopard with four wings and four heads. -- Da 7:16,17.

Rough goat with notable horn. -- Da 8:5,21.

Conquest of the Medo-Persian kingdom. -- Da 8:6,7; 11:2,3.

Power and greatness of Alexander its last king. -- Da 8:8; 11:3.

Division of it into four kingdoms. -- Da 8:8,22.

Divisions of it ruled by strangers. -- Da 11:4.

History of its four divisions. -- Da 11:4-29.

The little horn to arise out of one of its divisions. -- Da 8:8-12,23-25.

Gospel preached in, by God's desire -- Ac 16:9,10.

Liberality of the churches of -- 2Co 8:1-5.


Magistrates

Purpose of their appointment -- Ro 13:4; 1Pe 2:14.

Their office to be respected -- Ac 23:5.

Are not a terror to the good, but to the evil -- Ro 13:3.

To be wisely selected and appointed -- Ex 18:21; Ezr 7:25.

Rule in the fear of God. -- 2Sa 23:3; 2Ch 19:7.

Be faithful to the Sovereign. -- Da 6:4.

Judge for God, not for man. -- 2Ch 19:6.

Subjection to their authority enjoined. -- Mt 23:2,3; Ro 13:1; 1Pe 2:13,14.

Magistrates in Philippi. -- Ac 16:22,23.


Malice

Springs from an evil heart -- Mt 15:19,20; Ga 5:19.

A hindrance to growth in grace -- 1Pe 2:1,2.

Incompatible with the worship of God -- 1Co 5:7,8.

Christian liberty not to be a cloak for -- 1Pe 2:16.

Pray for those who injure you through -- Mt 5:44.

Brings its own punishment -- Ps 7:15,16.


Man

God's purpose in creation completed by making -- Ge 2:5,7.

Unworthy of God's favour -- Job 7:17; Ps 8:4.

After consultation, by the Trinity. -- Ge 1:26.

In the image of God. -- Ge 1:26,27; 1Co 11:7.

After the likeness of God. -- Ge 1:26; Jas 3:9.

Under obligations to obedience. -- Ge 2:16,17.

Placed in the garden of Eden -- Ge 2:15.

Every herb and tree given to, for food -- Ge 1:29.

Allowed to eat flesh after the flood -- Ge 9:3.

Woman formed to be a help for -- Ge 21:2-25.

Made by God in his successive generations -- Job 10:8-11; 31:15.

Fearfully and wonderfully made -- Ps 139:14.

Of every nation, made of one blood -- Ac 17:26.

Quickened by the breath of God -- Ge 2:7; 7:22; Job 33:4.

Made wise by the inspiration of the Almighty -- Job 32:8,9.

Nature and constitution of, different from other creatures -- 1Co 15:39.

More valuable than other creatures -- Mt 6:26; 10:31; 12:12.

Wiser than other creatures -- Job 35:11.

Received dominion over other creatures -- Ge 1:28; Ps 8:6-8.

Gave names to other creatures -- Ge 2:19,20.

Intellect of, matured by age -- 1Co 13:11.

Clay in the potter's hand. -- Isa 64:8; Jer 18:2,6.

Originally naked and not ashamed -- Ge 2:25.

Disobeyed God by eating part of the forbidden fruit -- Ge 3:1-12.

Filled with shame after the fall -- Ge 3:10.

Covered himself with fig leaves -- Ge 3:7.

Punished for disobedience -- Ge 3:16-19.

Involved posterity in his ruin -- Ro 5:12-19.

Has sought out many inventions -- Ec 7:29.

Has an appointed time on the earth -- Job 7:1.

Days of, compared to a shadow -- 1Ch 29:15.

Days of, as the days of a hireling -- Job 7:1.

Ignorant of what is good for him -- Ec 10:2.

Ignorant of what is to come after him -- Ec 10:14.

Not profited by all his labour and travail -- Ec 2:22; 6:12.

Cannot direct his ways -- Jer 10:23; Pr 20:24.

Orders the goings of. -- Pr 5:21; 20:24.

Makes the wrath of, to praise him. -- Ps 76:10.

Makes his beauty consume away. -- Ps 39:11.

Cannot be just with God -- Job 9:2; 25:4; Ps 143:2; Ro 3:20.

Cannot cleanse himself -- Job 15:14; Jer 2:22.

All the ways of, clean in his own eyes -- Pr 16:2.

Took on him nature of. -- Joh 1:14; Heb 2:14,16.

Called the second, as covenant head of the church. -- 1Co 15:47.

As such, is the cause of the resurrection. -- 1Co 15:21,22.

Shall be recompensed according to his works -- Ps 62:12; Ro 2:6.

Cannot retain his spirit from death -- Ec 8:8.

Would give all his possessions for the preservation of life -- Job 2:4.

Able to sustain bodily affliction -- Pr 18:14.

Sinks under trouble of mind -- Pr 18:14.

No trust to be placed in -- Ps 118:8; Isa 2:22.


Manasseh, the Tribe Of

Descended from Joseph's eldest son adopted by Jacob -- Ge 41:51; 48:5.

Strength of, on leaving Egypt -- Nu 1:34,35.

Part of third division of Israel in their journeys -- Nu 10:22,23.

Encamped next to, and under the standard of Ephraim west of tabernacle -- Nu 2:18,20.

Offering of, at dedication -- Nu 7:54-59.

Strength of, on entering Canaan -- Nu 26:34.

On Gerizim said amen to the blessing -- De 27:12.

Half of, obtained inheritance east of Jordan -- Nu 32:33,39-42; Jos 13:29-31.

Inheritance of the other half -- Jos 17:1-11.

Could not drive out the Canaanites but made them tributary -- Jos 17:12,13; Jdj 1:27,28.

Aided David against Saul. -- 1Ch 12:19-21.

At coronation of David. -- 1Ch 12:31-37.

Returned to their allegiance to the house of David in Asa's reign. -- 2Ch 15:9.

At Hezekiah's passover. -- 2Ch 30:1,11,18.

David appointed rulers and captains over -- 1Ch 26:32; 27:20,21.

Often at war with Ephraim -- Jdj 12:1,6; Isa 9:21.

Country of, purified from idols by Hezekiah and Josiah -- 2Ch 31:1; 34:6.


Manna

Miraculously given to Israel for food in the wilderness -- Ex 16:4,15; Ne 9:15.

Bread from heaven. -- Ex 16:4; Joh 6:31.

Like coriander seed. -- Ex 16:31; Nu 11:7.

Like in taste to wafers made with honey. -- Ex 16:31.

None fell on the Sabbath day -- Ex 16:26,27.

An omer of, gathered for each person -- Ex 16:16.

Two portions of, gathered the sixth day on account of the Sabbath -- Ex 16:5,22-26.

He that gathered much or little had sufficient and nothing over -- Ex 16:18.

When Israel murmured for bread. -- Ex 16:2,3.

As a sign of Moses's divine mission. -- Joh 6:30,31.

To teach that man does not live by bread only. -- De 8:3; Mt 4:4.

Kept longer than a day (except on the Sabbath) became corrupt -- Ex 16:19,20.

Ground, made into cakes and baked in pans. -- Nu 11:8.

Counted inferior to food of Egypt. -- Nu 11:4-6.

Ceased when Israel entered Canaan -- Ex 16:35; Jos 5:12.

Blessedness given to saints. -- Re 2:17.

A golden pot of, laid up in the holiest for a memorial -- Ex 16:32-34; Heb 9:4.


Marriage

Increasing the human population. -- Ge 1:28; 9:1.

The expectation of the promised seed of the woman an incentive to, in the early age -- Ge 3:15; 4:1.

Giving daughters to sons, and sons to daughters. -- De 7:3; Ezr 9:12.

Indissoluble during the joint lives of the parties -- Mt 19:6; Ro 7:2,3; 1Co 7:39.

Early introduction of polygamy -- Ge 4:19.

Contracted in patriarchal age with near relations -- Ge 20:12; 24:24; 28:2.

Often contracted by parents for children -- Ge 24:49-51; 34:6,8.

Should be with consent of parents -- Ge 28:8; Jdj 14:2,3.

Consent of the parties necessary to -- Ge 24:57,58; 1Sa 18:20; 25:41.

Parents might refuse to give their children in -- Ex 22:17; De 7:3.

Forbidden to contract, with their near relations. -- Le 18:6.

Forbidden to contract with idolaters. -- De 7:3,4; Jos 23:12; Ezr 9:11,12.

Often contracted with foreigners. -- 1Ki 11:1; Ne 13:23.

Sometimes guilty of polygamy. -- 1Ki 11:1,3.

Careful in contracting for their children. -- Ge 24:2,3; 28:1,2.

Betrothed themselves some time before. -- De 20:7; Jdj 14:5,7,8; Mt 1:18.

Contracted when young. -- Pr 2:17; Joe 1:8.

Often contracted, in their own tribe. -- Ex 2:1; Nu 36:6-13; Lu 1:5,27.

Obliged to contract with a brother's wife who died without seed. -- De 25:5; Mt 22:24.

Considered being debarred from, a reproach. -- Isa 4:1.

Considered being debarred from, a cause of grief. -- Jdj 11:38.

Often punished by being debarred from. -- Jer 7:34; 16:9; 25:10.

Were allowed divorce from, because of hardness of their hearts. -- De 24:1; Mt 19:7,8.

Exempted from going to war immediately after. -- De 20:7.

Priest not to contract, with divorced or improper persons -- Le 21:7.

The high priest not to contract, with a widow or a divorced or profane person -- Le 21:14.

Contracted at the gate and before witnesses -- Ru 4:1,10,11.

Modes of demanding women in -- Ge 24:3,4; 34:6,8; 1Sa 25:39,40.

Elder daughters usually given in, before the younger -- Ge 29:26.

A dowry given to the woman's parents before -- Ge 29:18; 34:12; 1Sa 18:27,28; Ho 3:2.

With great rejoicing. -- Jer 33:11; Joh 3:29.

A benediction pronounced after -- Ge 24:60; Ru 4:11,12.

Given a handmaid at. -- Ge 24:59; 29:24,29.

Adorned with jewels for. -- Isa 49:18; 61:10.

Stood on the right of bridegroom. -- Ps 45:9.

Called to forget her father's house. -- Ps 45:10.

Attended by many friends. -- Jdj 14:11; Joh 3:29.

Returned with the bride to his house at night. -- Mt 25:1-6.

Garments provided for guests at -- Mt 22:12.

Infidelity of those contracted in, punished as if married -- De 22:23,24; Mt 1:19.

God's union with the Jewish nation. -- Isa 54:5; Jer 3:14; Ho 2:19,20.

Christ's union with his church. -- Eph 5:23,24,32.


Martyrdom

Is death endured for the word of God, and testimony of Christ -- Re 6:9; 20:4.

Should be prepared for. -- Mt 16:24,25; Ac 21:13.

Inflicted at the instigation of the devil -- Re 2:10,13.

The Apostasy guilty of inflicting -- Re 17:6; 18:24.

Of saints, shall be avenged -- Lu 11:50,51; Re 18:20-24.

Ahimelech and his fellow priests. -- 1Sa 22:18,19.


Masters

Authority of, established -- Col 3:22; 1Pe 2:18.

Observe the Sabbath. -- Ex 20:10; De 5:12-14.

Should select faithful servants -- Ge 24:2; Ps 101:6,7.

Should receive faithful advice from servants -- 2Ki 5:13,14.

To act justly. -- Job 31:13,15; Col 4:1.

To deal with them in the fear of God. -- Eph 6:9; Col 4:1.

To esteem them highly, if saints. -- Phm 1:16.

To take care of them in sickness. -- Lu 7:3.

To forbear threatening them. -- Eph 6:9.

Not to keep back their wages. -- Le 19:13; De 24:15.

Not to rule over them with rigour. -- Le 25:43; De 24:14.

Unjust, denounced -- Jer 22:13; Jas 5:4.


Measures

Unjust, an abomination to God -- Pr 20:10.

The Jews not to be unjust in -- Le 19:35; De 25:14,15.

Omer or tenth-deal (the tenth of an ephah). -- Ex 16:36; Le 5:11; 14:10.

Distances measured by rods and lines -- 2Sa 8:2; Jer 31:39; Eze 40:3; Re 21:16.

Were regulated by the standard of the sanctuary -- 1Ch 23:29.

(Correcting in measure,) of mitigated afflictions. -- Jer 30:11.

(Drinking tears in great measure,) of severe afflictions. -- Ps 80:5.

(Weighing the waters in a measure,) of God's infinite wisdom. -- Job 28:23,25.

(Measuring the dust of the earth,) of God's greatness. -- Isa 40:12.

(The measure of our days,) of the shortness of life. -- Ps 39:4.

(Drinking water, by measure) of severe famine. -- Eze 4:11,16.

(The measure of the stature of Christ,) of perfection. -- Eph 4:13.

(Opening the mouth without measure,) of the insatiableness of hell. -- Isa 5:14.


Meat Offerings

Unleavened cakes baked in the oven. -- Le 2:4.

Fine flour baked in a frying pan. -- Le 2:7.

Oil and incense used with -- Le 2:1,4,15.

Of jealousy, without oil or incense -- Nu 5:15.

Not to be offered on altar of incense -- Ex 30:9.

On the altar of burnt offering. -- Ex 40:29.

With the daily sacrifices. -- Ex 29:40-42.

With all burnt offerings. -- Nu 15:3-12.

By the poor for a trespass offering. -- Le 5:11.

By the high priest every day, half in the morning and half in the evening. -- Le 6:20-22.

A small part of, was consumed on the altar for a memorial -- Le 2:2,9,16; 6:15.

When offered for a priest entirely consumed by fire -- Le 6:23.

High priest's deputy had care of -- Nu 4:16.

Laid up in a chamber of the temple -- Ne 10:39; 13:5; Eze 42:13.

To be eaten by the males of the house of Aaron alone -- Le 6:18.

To be eaten in the holy place -- Le 6:16.

Condemned for offering, to idols. -- Isa 57:6.

Often prevented from offering, by judgments. -- Joe 1:9,13.

Materials for public, often provided by the princes -- Nu 7:13,19,25; Eze 45:16.


Medo-Persian Kingdom

Extended from India to Ethiopia -- Es 1:1.

Peopled by descendants of Eliam -- Ge 10:22.

Silver part of image in Nebuchadnezzar's dream. -- Da 2:32,39.

Shushan a chief city of -- Es 1:2; 8:15.

Achmetha or Ecbatana a chief city of -- Ezr 6:2.

Divided into many provinces -- Es 1:1; Da 6:1.

Ruled by, absolute kings -- Es 3:8,11; 7:9.

Artaxerxes Smerdis (an usurper). -- Ezr 4:7.

Artaxerxes Longimanus or Ahasuerus. -- Ezr 6:14; 7:1; Es 1:1.

Styled themselves king of kings. -- Ezr 7:12.

Dwelt in royal palaces. -- Es 1:2; 8:14.

Were exceeding rich. -- Es 1:4; Da 12:2.

Entertained magnificently. -- Es 1:3,5,7.

Held in their hand a golden sceptre. -- Es 5:2.

Put to death all who approached them without permission. -- Es 4:11,16.

Celebrated for wise men -- Es 1:13; Mt 2:1.

Babylon taken by the king of -- Da 5:20,31.

The Jews delivered from captivity by means of -- 2Ch 36:20,22,23; Ezr 1:1-4.

Conquest of Babylon. -- Isa 21:1,2; Da 5:28.

Deliverance of the Jews. -- Isa 44:28; 45:1-4.

Invasion of Greece under Xerxes. -- Da 11:2.

Downfall by Alexander. -- Da 8:6,7; 11:3.


Meekness

Receive the word of God with. -- Jas 1:21.

Answer for their hope with. -- 1Pe 3:15.

Precious in the sight of God -- 1Pe 3:4.

Necessary to a Christian walk -- Eph 4:1,2; 1Co 6:7.

Are beautified with salvation. -- Ps 149:4.

The gospel to be preached to those who possess -- Isa 61:1.


Mercy

Characteristic of saints -- Ps 37:26; Isa 57:1.

to those that are in distress. -- Lu 10:37.

Upholds the throne of kings -- Pr 20:28.

Beneficial to those who exercise -- Pr 11:17.

Blessedness of showing -- Pr 14:21; Mt 5:7.

Denunciations against those devoid of -- Ho 4:1,3; Mt 18:23-25; Jas 2:13.


Mercy of God, The

To them that fear him. -- Ps 103:17; Lu 1:50.

To returning backsliders. -- Jer 3:12; Ho 14:4; Joe 2:13.

To whom he will. -- Ho 2:23; Ro 9:15,18.

Sought for others. -- Ga 6:16; 1Ti 1:2; 2Ti 1:18.

Pleaded in prayer. -- Ps 6:4; 25:6; 51:1.


Mercy Seat

Bezaleel given wisdom to make -- Ex 31:2,3,7.

The cherubim formed out of, and at each end of it -- Ex 25:18-20; Heb 9:5.

Placed upon the ark of testimony -- Ex 25:21; 26:34; 40:20.

Covered with a cloud of incense on the day of atonement -- Le 16:13.

The blood of sacrifices on the day of atonement sprinkled upon and before -- Le 16:14,15.


Metals

Comparative value of -- Isa 60:17; Da 2:32-45.

Antiquity of the art of working in -- Ge 4:21.

Freed from dross by fire -- Eze 22:18,20.

Ceremonially cleansed by fire -- Nu 31:21-23.

Clay of Jordan used for moulding -- 1Ki 7:46.


Midianites

Descended form Midian, son of Abraham by Keturah -- Ge 25:1,2; 1Ch 1:32.

Dwelt east of Jordan, beside Moab -- Nu 22:1,4.

Retained the knowledge and worship of Jehovah. -- Ex 2:16; 18:9-12.

Conquered by Hadad -- Ge 36:25; 1Ch 1:46.

Excited by Moab against Israel -- Nu 22:4.

Terrified at approach of Israel -- Hab 3:3-7.

Sent for Balaam to curse Israel. -- Nu 22:5-7.

Seduced Israel to idolatry. -- Nu 25:1-6.

Punished for seducing Israel. -- Nu 25:16-18; 31:1-12.

Gideon raised up against -- Jdj 6:11-14.

With Amalek, &c opposed Gideon -- Jdj 6:33.

Miraculously defeated and destroyed by Gideon -- Jdj 7:16-22; 8:10,11.

Completeness of their destruction, alluded to -- Ps 83:9-11; Isa 9:4; 10:26.

Shall minister to future glory of the church -- Isa 60:6.


Milk

An animal secretion, of a white colour -- La 4:7.

Used as food by the Jews -- Ge 18:8; Jdj 5:25.

Flocks and herds fed for supply of -- Pr 27:23,27; Isa 7:21,22; 1Co 9:7.

Canaan abounded with -- Ex 3:8,17; Jos 5:6.

Kept by the Jews in bottles -- Jdj 4:19.

Young animals not to be seethed in that of the mother -- Ex 23:19.

Blessings of the gospel. -- Isa 55:1; Joe 3:18.

First principles of God's word. -- 1Co 3:2; Heb 5:12; 1Pe 2:2.

Godly and edifying discourses. -- Song 4:11.


Mills

Female servants usually employed at -- Ex 11:5; Mt 24:41.

Male captives often employed at -- Jdj 16:24; La 5:13.

Often thrown down on enemies during sieges. -- Jdj 9:53; 2Sa 11:21.

(Grinding at,) of degradation. -- Isa 47:1,2.

(Ceasing,) of desolation. -- Jer 25:10; Re 18:22.


Ministers

Qualified by God -- Isa 6:5-7; 2Co 3:5,6.

Have authority from God -- 2Co 10:8; 13:10.

Authority of, is for edification -- 2Co 10:8; 13:10.

Stewards of the mysteries of God. -- 1Co 4:1.

The servants of Christ's people. -- 2Co 4:5.

Labours of, vain, without God's blessing -- 1Co 3:7; 15:10.

Sober, just, and temperate. -- Le 10:9; Tit 1:8.

Studious and meditative. -- 1Ti 4:13,15.

Strict in ruling their own families. -- 1Ti 3:4,12.

Affectionate to their people. -- Php 1:7; 1Th 2:8,11.

Ensample to the flock. -- Php 3:17; 2Th 3:9; 1Ti 4:12; 1Pe 5:3.

Greedy of filthy lucre. -- Ac 20:33; 1Ti 3:3,8; 1Pe 5:2.

Entangled by cares. -- Lu 9:60; 2Ti 2:4.

Should seek the salvation of their flock -- 1Co 10:33.

Should avoid giving unnecessary offence -- 1Co 10:32,33; 2Co 6:3.

Should make full proof of their ministry -- 2Ti 4:5.

Preach the gospel to all. -- Mr 16:16; 1Co 1:17.

Build up the Church. -- 2Co 12:19; Eph 4:12.

Pray for their people. -- Joe 2:17; Col 1:9.

Strengthen the faith of their people. -- Lu 22:32; Ac 14:22.

War a good warfare. -- 1Ti 1:18; 2Ti 4:7.

Christ crucified. -- Ac 8:5,35; 1Co 2:2.

According to the oracles of God. -- 1Pe 4:11.

Not with enticing words of man's wisdom. -- 1Co 1:17; 2:1,4.

Not setting forth themselves. -- 2Co 4:5.

Without deceitfulness. -- 2Co 2:17; 4:2; 1Th 2:3,5.

Fully, and without reserve. -- Ac 5:20; 20:20,27; Ro 15:19.

With good will and love. -- Php 1:15-17.

Without charge, if possible. -- 1Co 9:18; 1Th 2:9.

Woe to those who do not preach the gospel -- 1Co 9:16.

Approve themselves as the ministers of God. -- 2Co 6:4.

Thank God for his gifts to their people. -- 1Co 1:4; Php 1:3; 1Th 3:9.

Rejoice in the faith and holiness of their people. -- 1Th 3:6-9.

Commend themselves to the consciences of men. -- 2Co 4:2.

Deal treacherously with their people. -- Joh 10:12.

Shall be punished. -- Eze 33:6-8; Mt 24:48-51.

Regard them as God's messengers. -- 1Co 4:1; Ga 4:14.

Not to despise them. -- Lu 10:16; 1Ti 4:12.

Attend to their instructions. -- Mal 2:7; Mt 23:3.

Follow their holy example. -- 1Co 11:1; Php 3:17.

Hold them in reputation. -- Php 2:29; 1Th 5:13; 1Ti 5:17.


Miracles

Marvellous works. -- Isa 29:14; Ps 105:5.

Signs and wonders. -- Jer 32:21; Joh 4:48; 2Co 12:12.

Were evidences of a divine commission -- Ex 4:1-5; Mr 16:20.

The Messiah was expected to perform -- Mt 11:2,3; Joh 7:31.

Jesus was proved to be the Messiah by -- Mt 11:4-6; Lu 7:20-22; Joh 5:36; Ac 2:22.

Jesus was followed on account of -- Mt 4:23-25; 14:35,36; Joh 6:2,26; 12:18.

By the power of the Holy Spirit. -- Mt 12:28; Ro 15:19.

In the name of Christ. -- Mt 16:17; Ac 3:16; 4:30.

First preaching of the gospel confirmed by -- Mr 16:20; Heb 2:4.

The who wrought, disclaimed all power of their own -- Ac 3:12.

Should produce faith -- Joh 2:23; 20:30,31.

Should produce obedience -- De 11:1-3; 29:2,3,9.

Instrumental to the early propagation of the gospel -- Ac 8:6; Ro 15:18,19.

Those for whom they were performed. -- Mt 9:28; 13:58; Mr 9:22-24; Ac 14:9.

Should be remembered -- 1Ch 16:12; Ps 105:5.

Should be told to future generations -- Ex 10:2; Jdj 6:13.

Insufficient of themselves, to produce conversion -- Lu 16:31.

Often acknowledge. -- Joh 11:47; Ac 4:16.

Guilt of rejecting the evidence afforded by -- Mt 11:20-24; Joh 15:24.


Miracles of Christ, The

Centurion's servant healed -- Mt 9:5-13.

Peter's wife's mother healed -- Mt 8:14,15.

The blind restored to sight -- Mt 9:27-30; Mr 8:22-25; Joh 9:1-7.

Woman healed of infirmity -- Lu 13:11-13.

Performed before the messengers of John -- Lu 7:21,22.

His appearance to his disciples, the doors being shut -- Joh 20:19.


Miracles Through Evil Agents

Performed through the power of the devil -- 2Th 2:9; Re 16:14.

In support of false religions. -- De 13:1-2.

By false prophets. -- Mt 24:24; Re 19:20.

A mark of the Apostasy -- 2Th 2:3,9; Re 13:13.


Miracles Wrought Through Servants of God

Rod turned into a serpent. -- Ex 4:3; 7:10.

Boils and blains brought. -- Ex 9:10,11.

Healing by brazen serpent. -- Nu 21:8,9.

Waters of Jordan divided. -- Jos 3:10-17.

Jordan restored to its course. -- Jos 4:18.

The sun and moon stayed. -- Jos 10:12-14.

Philistines killed. -- Jdj 14:19; 15:15.

The gates of Gaza carried away. -- Jdj 16:3.

Dagon's house pulled down. -- Jdj 16:30.

Thunder and rain in harvest. -- 1Sa 12:18.

The withered hand restored. -- 1Ki 13:6.

Meal and oil multiplied. -- 1Ki 17:14-16.

A child restored to life. -- 1Ki 17:22,23.

Sacrifice consumed by fire. -- 1Ki 18:36,38.

Gehazi struck with leprosy. -- 2Ki 5:27.

Syrians smitten with blindness. -- 2Ki 6:20.

Shadow put back on the dial. -- 2Ki 20:11.

Elymas smitten with blindness. -- Ac 13:11.

An unclean spirit cast out. -- Ac 16:18.

Eutychus restored to life. -- Ac 20:10-12.


Miraculous Gifts of the Holy Spirit

Poured out on the day of Pentecost -- Ac 2:1-4.

Upon the preaching of the gospel. -- Ac 10:44-46.

By the laying on of the Apostles' hands. -- Ac 8:17,18; 19:6.

For the confirmation of the gospel. -- Mr 16:20; Ac 14:3; Ro 15:19; Heb 2:4.

For the edification of the Church. -- 1Co 12:7; 14:12,13.

Dispensed according to his sovereign will -- 1Co 12:11.

Were to be sought after -- 1Co 12:31; 14:1.

Might be possessed without saving grace -- Mt 7:22,23; 1Co 13:1,2.

Counterfeited by Antichrist -- Mt 24:24; 2Th 2:9; Re 13:13,14.


Missionaries, All Christians Should Be As

After the example of Christ -- Ac 10:38.

Women and children as well as men -- Ps 8:2; Pr 31:26; Mt 21:15,16; Php 4:3; 1Ti 5:10; Tit 2:3-5; 1Pe 3:1.

The zeal of idolaters should provoke to -- Jer 7:18.

The zeal of hypocrites should provoke to -- Mt 23:15.

An imperative duty -- Jdj 5:23; Lu 19:40.

From their calling as saints -- Ex 19:6; 1Pe 2:9.

In their intercourse with the world -- Mt 5:16; Php 2:15,16; 1Pe 2:12.

In first giving their own selves to the Lord -- 2Co 8:5.

In declaring what God has done for them -- Ps 66:16; 116:16-19.

In openly confessing Christ -- Mt 10:32.

In preferring Christ above all relations -- Lu 14:26; 1Co 2:2.

In joyfully suffering for Christ -- Heb 10:34.

In a holy example -- Mt 5:16; Php 2:15; 1Th 1:7.

In dedicating themselves to the service of God -- Jos 24:15; Ps 27:4.

In holy conservation -- Ps 37:30; Pr 10:31; 15:7; Eph 4:29; Col 4:6.

In showing forth God's praises -- Isa 43:21.

In inviting forth God's praises -- Isa 43:21.

In inviting others to embrace the gospel -- Ps 34:8; Isa 2:3; Joh 1:46; 4:29.

In seeking the edification of others -- Ro 14:19; 15:2; 1Th 5:11.

In admonishing others -- 1Th 5:14; 2Th 3:15.

In reproving others -- Le 19:17; Eph 5:11.

In teaching and exhorting -- Ps 34:11; 51:13; Col 3:16; Heb 3:13; 10:25.

In interceding for others -- Col 4:3; Heb 13:18; Jas 5:16.

In aiding ministers in their labours -- Ro 16:3,9; 2Co 11:9; Php 4:14-16; 3Jo 1:6.

In giving a reason for their faith -- Ex 12:26,27; De 6:20,21; 1Pe 3:15.

In encouraging the weak -- Isa 35:3,4; Ro 14:1; 15:1; 1Th 5:14.

In visiting and relieving the poor, the sick, &c -- Le 25:35; Ps 112:9; 2Co 9:9; Mt 25:36; Ac 20:35; Jas 1:27.

With a willing heart -- Ex 35:29; 1Ch 29:9,14.

With a superabundant liberality -- Ex 36:5-7; 2Co 8:3.


Missionary Work By Ministers

Warranted by predictions concerning the heathen, &c -- Isa 42:10-12; 66:19.

Is according to the purpose of God -- Lu 24:46,47; Ga 1:15,16; Col 1:25-27.

Christ sent his disciples to labour in -- Mr 3:14; 6:7; Lu 10:1-11.

Obligations to engage in -- Ac 4:19,20; Ro 1:13-15; 1Co 9:16.

Worldly concerns should not delay -- Lu 9:59-62.

Guilt and danger of shrinking from -- Jon 1:3,4.

Requires wisdom and meekness -- Mt 10:16.

Aid those engaged in -- Ro 16:1,2; 2Co 11:9; 3Jo 1:5-8.

Harmony should subsist amongst those engaged in -- Ga 2:9.

To be prayed for. -- Eph 6:18,19; Col 4:3.

No limits to the sphere of -- Isa 11:9; Mr 16:15; Re 14:6.

Opportunities for, not to be neglected -- 1Co 16:9.


Moabites

People of Chemosh. -- Nu 21:29; Jer 48:46.

Are given to, as a possession -- De 2:9.

Separated from the Amorites by the river Arnon -- Nu 21:13.

Expelled the ancient Emims -- De 2:9-11.

Possessed many and great cities -- Nu 21:28,30; Isa 15:1-4; Jer 48:21-24.

Proud and arrogant. -- Isa 16:6; Jer 48:29.

Deprived of a large part of their territories by the Amorites -- Nu 21:26.

Refused to let Israel pass -- Jdj 11:17,18.

Alarmed at the number, &c of Israel -- Nu 22:3.

With Midian send for Balaam to curse Israel -- Nu 22:1-24:25.

Forbidden to spoil. -- De 2:9; Jdj 11:15.

Forbidden to make leagues with. -- De 23:6.

Sometimes intermarried with. -- Ru 1:4; 1Ki 11:1; 1Ch 8:8; Ne 13:23.

Excluded from the congregation of Israel forever -- De 23:3,4; Ne 13:1,2.

Always hostile to Israel -- Ps 83:6; Eze 25:8.

Harassed and subdued by Saul -- 1Sa 14:47.

Gave an asylum to David's family -- 1Sa 22:4.

Benaiah slew two champions of -- 2Sa 23:20.

Paid tribute of sheep and wool to the king of Israel -- 2Ki 3:4; Isa 16:1.

Revolted from Israel after the death of Ahab -- 2Ki 1:1; 3:5.

Israel and Judah joined against -- 2Ki 3:6,7.

Miraculously deceived by the colour of the water -- 2Ki 3:21-24.

Conquered by Israel and Judah -- 2Ki 3:24-26.

King of, sacrificed his son to excite animosity against Israel -- 2Ki 3:27.

Joined Babylon against Judah -- 2Ki 24:2.

Terror on account of Israel. -- Ex 15:15.

Desolation and grief. -- Isa 15:1-9; 16:2-11.

Inability to avert destruction. -- Isa 16:12.

To destroyed in three years. -- Isa 16:13,14.

To be captives in Babylon. -- Jer 27:3,8; 48:7.

Their desolation as a punishment for their hatred of Israel. -- Jer 48:26,27; Eze 25:8,9.

Restoration from captivity. -- Jer 48:47.

Subjugation to Messiah. -- Nu 24:17; Isa 25:10.


Money

Gold and silver used as -- Ge 13:2; Nu 22:18.

Brass introduced as, by the Romans -- Mt 10:9.

Originally stamped with the image of a lamb -- Ge 23:15; 33:19.

Of the Romans, stamped with the image of Caesar -- Mt 22:20,21.

Usually taken by weight -- Ge 23:16; Jer 32:10.

Shekel of silver. -- Jdj 17:10; 2Ki 15:20.

Gerah the twentieth of a shekel. -- Nu 3:47.

Of the Jews regulated by the standard of sanctuary -- Le 5:15; Nu 3:47.

Was current with the merchants -- Ge 23:16.

Jews forbidden to take usury for -- Le 25:37.

Changing of, a trade -- Mt 21:12; Joh 2:15.

Custom of presenting a piece of. -- Job 42:11.

Power and usefulness of. -- Ec 7:12; 10:19.

Love of, the root of all evil. -- 1Ti 6:10.


Months

Sun and moon designed to mark out -- Ge 1:14.

The patriarchs computed time by -- Ge 29:14.

The Jews computed time by -- Jdj 11:37; 1Sa 6:1; 1Ki 4:7.

Commenced with first appearance of new moon -- Nu 10:10; Ps 81:3.

Originally had no names -- Ge 7:11; 8:4.

The year composed of twelve -- 1Ch 27:2-15; Es 2:12; Re 22:2.

First, Nisan or Abib. -- Ex 13:4; Ne 2:1.

Idolaters prognosticated by -- Isa 47:13.


Moon, The

For signs and seasons. -- Ge 1:14; Ps 104:19.

For a light in the firmament. -- Ge 1:15.

To light the earth by night. -- Jer 31:35.

To rule the night. -- Ge 1:16; Ps 136:9.

By an ordinance for ever. -- Ps 72:5,7; 89:37; Jer 31:36.

First appearance of, a time of festivity -- 1Sa 20:5,6; Ps 81:3.

Standing still in Ajalon. -- Jos 10:12,13.

Signs in, before the destruction of Jerusalem. -- Lu 21:25.

Lunacy attributed to the influence of -- Ps 121:6; Mt 4:24.

Worshipped as the queen of heaven -- Jer 7:18; 44:17-19,25.

To be punished with death. -- De 17:3-6.

Jews often guilty of. -- 2Ki 23:5; Jer 8:2.

Of glory of Christ in the Church. -- Isa 60:20.

Of fairness of the Church. -- Song 6:10.

Of changeableness of the world. -- Re 12:1.

(Becoming blood,) of judgments. -- Re 6:12.

(Withdrawing her light,) of deep calamities. -- Isa 13:10; Joe 2:10; 3:15; Mt 24:29.


Morning

The second part of the day at the creation -- Ge 1:5,8,13,19,23,31.

The first part of the natural day -- Mr 16:2.

Began with first dawn -- Jos 6:15; Ps 119:147.

Continued until noon -- 1Ki 18:26; Ne 8:3.

First dawning of, called the eyelids of the morning -- Job 3:9; 41:18.

The outgoings of, made to rejoice -- Ps 65:8.

Generally rose early in. -- Ge 28:18; Jdj 6:28.

Went to the temple in. -- Lu 21:38; Joh 8:2.

Offered a part of the daily sacrifice in. -- Ex 29:38,39; Nu 28:4-7.

Devoted a part of, to prayer and praise. -- Ps 5:3; 59:16; 88:13.

Held courts of justice in. -- Jer 21:12; Mt 27:1.

Transacted business in. -- Ec 11:6; Mt 20:1.

A red sky in, a sign of bad weather -- Mt 16:3.

Ushered in by the morning star -- Job 38:7.

(Breaking forth,) of the glory of the church. -- Song 6:10; Isa 58:8.

(Star of,) of the glory of Christ. -- Re 22:16.

(Star of,) of reward of saints. -- Re 2:28.

(Clouds in,) of the short lived profession of hypocrites. -- Ho 6:4.

(Wings of,) of rapid movements. -- Ps 139:9.

(Spread upon the mountains,) of heavy calamities. -- Joe 2:2.


Moth, The

Destructive to garments -- Mt 6:19; Jas 5:2.

Destroyed by the slightest touch -- Job 4:19.

Of God in the execution of his judgments. -- Ho 5:12.

(Eating a garment,) of God's judgments. -- Isa 50:9; 51:8.

(Garments eaten by,) of those who have suffered severe judgments. -- Job 13:28.

(Making its house in garments,) of man's folly in providing earthly things. -- Job 27:18.


Mountains

The elevated parts of the earth -- Ge 7:19,20.

Waters, from his chambers. -- Ps 104:13.

Sets the foundations of, on fire. -- De 32:22.

Causes, to tremble. -- Na 1:5; Hab 3:10.

Causes, to melt. -- Jdj 5:5; Ps 97:5; Isa 64:1,3.

Many exceedingly high -- Ps 104:18; Isa 2:14.

Collect the vapours which ascend from the earth -- Ps 104:6,8.

Are the sources of springs and rivers -- De 8:7; Ps 104:8-10.

Volcanic fires of, alluded to -- Isa 64:1,2; Jer 51:25; Na 1:5,6.

Nebo (part of Abarim). -- Nu 32:3; De 34:1.

Olives or mount of corruption. -- 1Ki 11:7; 2Ki 23:13; Lu 21:37.

Pisgah (part of Abarim). -- Nu 21:20; De 34:1.

Afford refuge in time of danger -- Ge 14:10; Jdj 6:2; Mt 24:16; Heb 11:38.

Stone for building. -- 1Ki 5:14,17; Da 2:45.

Sometimes selected as places for divine worship -- Ge 22:2,5; Ex 3:12; Isa 2:2.

Often selected as places for idolatrous worship -- De 12:2; 2Ch 21:11.

Proclamations often made from -- Isa 40:9.

Beacons or ensigns often raised upon -- Isa 13:2; 30:17.

Of difficulties. -- Isa 40:4; Zec 4:7; Mt 17:20.

Of persons in authority. -- Ps 72:3; Isa 44:23.

Of the church of God. -- Isa 2:2; Da 2:35,44,45.

Of proud and haughty persons. -- Isa 2:14.

(Burning,) of destructive enemies. -- Jer 51:25; Re 8:8.

(Breaking forth into singing,) of exceeding joy. -- Isa 44:23; 55:12.

(Threshing of,) of heavy judgments. -- Isa 41:15.

(Made waste,) of desolation. -- Isa 42:15; Mal 1:3.

(Dropping new wine,) of abundance. -- Am 9:13.


Mule, The

Riding, by persons of distinction. -- 2Sa 13:29; 18:9; 1Ki 1:33.

Carrying burdens. -- 2Ki 5:17; 1Ch 12:40.

Conveying posts and messengers. -- Es 8:10,14.

Brought many, from Babylon. -- Ezr 2:66.

Shall used, at the restoration. -- Isa 66:20.

Of Togarmah, sold in fairs of Tyre -- Eze 27:14.


Murder

Forbidden by Mosaic law -- Ex 20:13; De 5:17.

By lying in wait. -- Nu 35:20; De 19:11.

Killing a thief in the day, counted as -- Ex 22:3.

Represented as a sin crying to heaven -- Ge 4:10; Heb 12:24; Re 6:10.

Not protected in refuge cities. -- De 19:11,12.

Had no protection from altars. -- Ex 21:14.

Not to be pitied or spared. -- De 19:13.

Often committed by night -- Ne 6:10; Job 24:14.

Imputed to the nearest city when the murderer was unknown -- De 21:1-3.

Mode of clearing those suspected of -- De 21:3-9; Mt 27:24.

To be proved by two witnesses at least -- Nu 35:30; De 19:11,15.

Inflicted by the nearest of kin. -- Nu 35:19,21.

Not concealed from God -- Isa 26:21; Jer 2:34.

Requires blood for. -- Ge 9:5; Nu 35:33; 1Ki 2:32.

Rejects the prayers of those guilty of. -- Isa 1:15; 59:2,3.

Should warn others against. -- Ge 37:22; Jer 26:15.

Connected with idolatry -- Eze 22:3,4; 2Ki 3:27.

Encourage others to commit. -- 1Ki 21:8-10; Pr 1:11.

Characteristic of the devil -- Joh 8:44.

Punishment of, not commuted under the Law -- Nu 35:31.

Of saints, specially avenged -- De 32:43; Mt 23:35; Re 18:20,24.

Excludes from heaven -- Ga 5:21; Re 22:15.

Herodias and her daughter. -- Mt 14:8-11.