Topical Encyclopedia In biblical literature, the term "burst" often conveys the idea of sudden and forceful breaking or splitting, typically associated with divine intervention, judgment, or the release of God's power. The concept of bursting is used both literally and metaphorically throughout the Scriptures, illustrating various spiritual truths and events.Old Testament References 1. Physical Bursting: In the Old Testament, the idea of bursting is sometimes used in a literal sense. For example, in 2 Samuel 6:8, the place where Uzzah touched the Ark of the Covenant and was struck down by God is named Perez-Uzzah, meaning "bursting out against Uzzah." This incident underscores the holiness of God and the serious consequences of approaching Him irreverently. 2. Metaphorical Bursting: The prophets often use the imagery of bursting to describe the sudden and overwhelming nature of God's judgment. In Isaiah 30:13, the prophet warns of a breach that will burst suddenly, illustrating the inevitable and swift nature of divine retribution against sin: "this iniquity will be to you like a breach about to fall, a bulge in a high wall, whose collapse comes suddenly—in an instant." New Testament References 1. Parables and Teachings of Jesus: In the New Testament, Jesus uses the concept of bursting in His teachings to convey spiritual truths. In the parable of the wineskins, found in Matthew 9:17, Jesus explains, "Neither do people pour new wine into old wineskins. If they do, the skins will burst; the wine will spill, and the wineskins will be ruined. Instead, they pour new wine into new wineskins, and both are preserved." Here, the bursting of wineskins symbolizes the incompatibility of the old covenant with the new covenant brought by Christ, emphasizing the need for spiritual renewal. 2. Miraculous Events: The book of Acts records instances where the power of God causes physical manifestations that could be described as bursting. In Acts 1:18, the fate of Judas Iscariot is described: "With the reward of his wickedness, Judas bought a field; there he fell headlong and burst open in the middle, and all his intestines spilled out." This graphic depiction serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of betrayal and sin. Theological Implications The concept of bursting in the Bible often highlights the tension between the holiness of God and the sinfulness of humanity. It serves as a vivid reminder of the power and judgment of God, as well as the transformative nature of His work in the world. The imagery of bursting underscores the need for repentance and the acceptance of the new life offered through Jesus Christ. It also illustrates the sudden and sometimes unexpected nature of God's actions, whether in judgment or in the outpouring of His Spirit. In summary, the biblical use of "burst" encompasses both literal and metaphorical meanings, each contributing to a deeper understanding of God's character and His dealings with humanity. Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary 1. (imp. & p. p.) of Burst.2. (v. i.) To fly apart or in pieces; of break open; to yield to force or pressure, especially to a sudden and violent exertion of force, or to pressure from within; to explode; as, the boiler had burst; the buds will burst in spring. 3. (v. i.) To exert force or pressure by which something is made suddenly to give way; to break through obstacles or limitations; hence, to appear suddenly and unexpectedly or unaccountably, or to depart in such manner; -- usually with some qualifying adverb or preposition, as forth, out, away, into, upon, through, etc. 4. (v. t.) To break or rend by violence, as by an overcharge or by strain or pressure, esp. from within; to force open suddenly; as, to burst a cannon; to burst a blood vessel; to burst open the doors. 5. (v. t.) To break. 6. (v. t.) To produce as an effect of bursting; as, to burst a hole through the wall. 7. (n.) A sudden breaking forth; a violent rending; an explosion; as, a burst of thunder; a burst of applause; a burst of passion; a burst of inspiration. 8. (n.) Any brief, violent exertion or effort; a spurt; as, a burst of speed. 9. (n.) A sudden opening, as of landscape; a stretch; an expanse. 10. (n.) A rupture or hernia; a breach. Greek 2997. lasko -- to crack noisily ... to crack noisily. Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: lasko Phonetic Spelling: (las'-kho) Short Definition: I burst asunder with a loud noise Definition: I ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/2997.htm - 6k 4486. rhegnumi -- to break apart, by ext. to throw down 4366. prosregnumi -- to break against 1288. diaspao -- to draw apart, tear asunder 1607. ekporeuomai -- to make to go forth, to go forth 1284. diarresso -- to tear asunder Strong's Hebrew 1518. giach -- to burst forth... 1517, 1518. giach. 1519 . to burst forth. Transliteration: giach Phonetic Spelling: (ghee'-akh) Short Definition: broke. Word Origin a prim. ... /hebrew/1518.htm - 6k 6476. patsach -- to cause to break or burst forth, break forth ... 8368. sathar -- to burst or break out 5423. nathaq -- to pull, draw, or tear away, apart, or off 1234. baqa -- to cleave, break open or through 6555. parats -- to break through 7107. qatsaph -- to be angry 2342a. chul -- to whirl, dance, writhe 1069. bakar -- to bear new fruit, to constitute as first-born 6497. peqaim -- gourd (shaped) ornaments Library Alexander, Bishop of Constantinople; his Refusal to Receive Arius ... David's Gratitude But Perhaps Some one is Alarmed at Hearing us Discourse of the ... Matthew's Feast. Discourse on Fasting. To the Honourable Mr Yorke. A Detached Account of the Descent into Hell. The New Song From the Fond Caresses which the Soul Has Has with God Beneath the ... The Youth of Count Zinzendorf, 1700-1722. The Departure of Mary and the Holy Women of Calvary. Thesaurus Burst (33 Occurrences)... 1. (imp. & pp) of Burst. ... from within; to force open suddenly; as, to burst a cannon; to burst a blood vessel; to burst open the doors. 5. (vt) To break. ... /b/burst.htm - 17k Cloud-burst (1 Occurrence) Flash (19 Occurrences) Wineskins (7 Occurrences) Break (257 Occurrences) Skins (27 Occurrences) Wine-skins (7 Occurrences) Ruined (65 Occurrences) Crack (5 Occurrences) Split (36 Occurrences) Resources How did Judas die? | GotQuestions.orgWho was John of Damascus? | GotQuestions.org How many prophecies did Jesus fulfill? | GotQuestions.org Burst: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Burst (33 Occurrences)Matthew 7:27 Matthew 9:17 Mark 2:22 Luke 5:37 Luke 6:49 Luke 23:18 Acts 1:18 Acts 27:14 Genesis 7:11 Genesis 27:34 Joshua 9:13 Job 26:8 Job 32:19 Job 38:8 Psalms 2:3 Psalms 60:1 Psalms 98:4 Proverbs 3:10 Isaiah 44:23 Isaiah 49:13 Isaiah 54:1 Isaiah 55:12 Jeremiah 2:20 Jeremiah 5:5 Jeremiah 23:19 Jeremiah 30:8 Jeremiah 30:23 Ezekiel 7:10 Ezekiel 13:11 Ezekiel 13:13 Ezekiel 32:2 Joel 2:8 Nahum 1:13 Subtopics Related Terms |
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