The term "awe-inspiring" refers to something that evokes a profound sense of reverence, wonder, or fear. In the context of the Bible, it is often used to describe the majesty and power of God, His works, and His presence. The awe-inspiring nature of God is a central theme throughout Scripture, highlighting His transcendence and the appropriate response of worship and reverence from His creation.

God's Awe-inspiring Nature

The Bible frequently emphasizes the awe-inspiring nature of God. In the book of Job, God’s creation and control over the universe are depicted as beyond human comprehension, evoking awe and reverence. Job 37:22-24 states, "Out of the north He comes in golden splendor; awesome majesty surrounds Him. The Almighty—we cannot find Him; He is great in power. Justice and abundant righteousness He will not violate. Therefore, men fear Him, for He is not partial to the wise in heart."

Awe-inspiring Works of God

God's works, both in creation and in history, are described as awe-inspiring. The psalmist declares in Psalm 66:3-5 , "Say to God, 'How awesome are Your deeds! So great is Your power that Your enemies cower before You. All the earth bows down to You; they sing praise to You; they sing praise to Your name.' Come and see the works of God; how awesome are His deeds toward mankind." This passage reflects the response of worship and praise that God's mighty acts elicit from His people.

Awe-inspiring Presence of God

The presence of God is also depicted as awe-inspiring, often accompanied by manifestations that evoke fear and reverence. In Exodus 19:16-19 , when God descends upon Mount Sinai, the people of Israel experience His awe-inspiring presence: "On the morning of the third day there was thunder and lightning, with a thick cloud upon the mountain, and a very loud trumpet blast, so that all the people in the camp trembled. Then Moses brought the people out of the camp to meet with God, and they stood at the foot of the mountain. Mount Sinai was completely enveloped in smoke, because the LORD had descended on it in fire. The smoke rose like the smoke of a furnace, and the whole mountain quaked violently."

Awe-inspiring Fear of the Lord

The fear of the Lord, often described as awe-inspiring, is a recurring theme in Scripture. This fear is not merely terror but a profound respect and reverence for God's holiness and authority. Proverbs 9:10 states, "The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding." This fear is foundational to a life of faith and obedience, recognizing God's rightful place as the sovereign Creator and Judge.

Awe-inspiring Revelation of God in Christ

The New Testament reveals the awe-inspiring nature of God through the person and work of Jesus Christ. The incarnation, miracles, death, and resurrection of Christ are events that inspire awe and wonder. In Mark 4:41 , after Jesus calms the storm, the disciples are filled with awe: "They were terrified and asked one another, 'Who then is this? Even the wind and the sea obey Him!'"

Awe-inspiring Future Glory

The Bible also speaks of the awe-inspiring future glory that awaits believers. In 1 Corinthians 2:9 , Paul writes, "Rather, as it is written: 'No eye has seen, no ear has heard, no heart has imagined, what God has prepared for those who love Him.'" This promise of future glory inspires hope and reverence, as believers anticipate the full revelation of God's awe-inspiring presence in eternity.6184. arits -- awe-inspiring, terror-striking
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arits Phonetic Spelling: (aw-reets') Short Definition: ruthless. ...
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Chapter xxviii
... 17. And he was afraid and said: How aweinspiring is this place! ... The Hebrew n??ra',"
awe-inspiring," is the passive participle of yare', "to be afraid." The ...
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The Mediator --The Interpreter
... If the giving of the law, while it was yet unbroken, was attended with such a display
of awe-inspiring power, what will that day be when the Lord shall, with ...
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The Influences that Produced the New Testament
... The universe and organic life are no less wonderful and awe-inspiring because,
distinguishing some of the natural laws that govern their evolution, we have ...
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Private Prayer, and Public Worship.
... forces of the spiritual life which constitute at once the beauty, the attraction,
the power of His character, and His divine and awe-inspiring separateness. ...
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God's Sovereignty Defined
... maudlin sentimentality. The God of many a present-day pulpit is an object
of pity rather than of awe-inspiring reverence. [2] To ...
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The Big End of Trouble
... It was an awe-inspiring spectacle and at first sight startled us. There it
was, coming right toward us in a most threatening manner. ...
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Persons of the Dialogue:
... It was a face," she said, "such as I know not that I had ever seen, awe-inspiring,
yet tempered with gentleness and mirth; for it was wholly unadorned by art ...
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"Destroyed for Lack of Knowledge"
... seen, and lest they depart from thy heart all the days of thy life: but teach them
thy sons, and thy sons' sons." Verse 9. The awe-inspiring scenes connected ...
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The Baptism
... never before perceived in any man. The very atmosphere of His presence
was holy and awe-inspiring. Among the multitudes that had ...
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The Redeemer's Return is Necessitated by his Own Affirmations.
... also the coming of the Son of man be" (24:27), which means that our Lord's Return
to this earth will be visible, public, and attended with awe-inspiring glory. ...
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Awe-inspiring (2 Occurrences)
Awe-inspiring. Awe, Awe-inspiring. Awesome . Multi-Version
Concordance Awe-inspiring (2 Occurrences). Song of Songs ...
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Bannered (2 Occurrences)
... Bannered (2 Occurrences). Song of Songs 6:4 Fair 'art' thou, my friend, as Tirzah,
Comely as Jerusalem, Awe-inspiring as bannered hosts. (YLT). ...
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Awe (32 Occurrences)

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Awesome (47 Occurrences)

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Terrible (90 Occurrences)
... ter'-ib'l, ter'-er (yare', "to be feared," "reverenced," arits, "powerful,"
"tyrannical," 'ayom, "aweinspiring," chittith "terror," ballahah, "a worn-out or ...
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Tremendous (9 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (a.) Great in size, amount, or excellence; awe-inspiring;
fitted to excite fear or terror; such as may astonish or terrify by its ...
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Ten (234 Occurrences)
... II. The Promulgation of the Decalogue. The "ten words" were spoken by Yahweh Himself
from the top of the mount under circumstances the most awe-inspiring. ...
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Terror (137 Occurrences)
... ter'-ib'l, ter'-er (yare', "to be feared," "reverenced," arits, "powerful,"
"tyrannical," 'ayom, "aweinspiring," chittith "terror," ballahah, "a worn-out or ...
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Blackness (13 Occurrences)
... reserved for ever." In art this figurative language has found majestic and
awe-inspiring expression in Dore's illustrations of Dante's Purgatory and Milton's ...
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Ananias (11 Occurrences)
... The punishment was an "awe-inspiring act of Divine church-discipline." The narrative
does not, however, imply that Peter consciously willed their death. ...
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