Circuits
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In biblical terminology, the concept of "circuits" can be understood as the paths or courses that are repeatedly traveled or followed, often in a cyclical manner. This term is not frequently used in the Bible, but it is present in a few key passages that provide insight into the natural order and divine design.

Ecclesiastes 1:6
One of the most notable references to circuits is found in Ecclesiastes 1:6, which describes the wind's movement: "The wind blows southward, then turns northward; round and round it swirls, ever returning on its course." This verse highlights the cyclical nature of the wind's path, emphasizing the repetitive and ordered patterns established by God in creation. The passage reflects the broader theme of Ecclesiastes, which contemplates the repetitive and often enigmatic nature of life under the sun.

Psalm 19:6
Another significant mention of circuits is in Psalm 19:6, referring to the sun: "It rises at one end of the heavens and runs its circuit to the other; nothing is deprived of its warmth." Here, the psalmist poetically describes the sun's daily journey across the sky as a circuit, illustrating the consistency and reliability of God's creation. This imagery serves to declare the glory of God, as the heavens and their orderly movements testify to His power and majesty.

Job 22:14
In Job 22:14, the term is used metaphorically to describe God's transcendence: "Thick clouds veil Him so He does not see us as He traverses the vault of heaven." While the word "circuit" is not directly used in this translation, the concept of God moving across the heavens suggests a divine circuit, emphasizing His omnipresence and the vastness of His creation.

Theological Implications
The concept of circuits in the Bible underscores the orderliness and precision of God's creation. The natural world operates according to divinely established patterns, reflecting God's wisdom and sovereignty. These circuits, whether in the movement of the wind, the path of the sun, or the overarching presence of God, serve as reminders of the Creator's ongoing involvement in the world.

Symbolic Interpretations
In a symbolic sense, circuits can also represent the spiritual journey of believers. Just as the natural world follows its ordained paths, Christians are called to walk in the ways set forth by God, continually returning to Him in repentance and faith. The cyclical nature of circuits can be seen as a metaphor for the believer's ongoing process of sanctification, as they strive to align their lives with God's will.

Overall, the biblical references to circuits, though few, provide rich imagery that speaks to the order and purpose inherent in God's creation, as well as the spiritual journey of His people.
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About Adam Clarke
... He served on 24 Methodist circuits in England and Ireland, worked for 3 years in
the Channel Islands, was three times president of the English Methodist ...
//christianbookshelf.org/clarke/entire sanctification/about adam clarke.htm

An Account of the Several Annual Conferences, and of the General ...
... eighteen annual conferences held this year, the particulars of which, however, it
seem unnecessary to notice, except that the following new circuits were added ...
/.../chapter 3 an account of 2.htm

An Account of the General Conference of 1800
... of presiding elder, which, in those days especially, required labors and privations
of no ordinary character, as both the districts and circuits were large ...
/.../chapter 4 an account of.htm

From the Commencement of the Revolution in 1776, to Its ...
... Baltimore, five pounds for preaching the gospel." But though it was with no little
difficulty that they were able to travel some of the circuits, and obliged ...
/.../chapter 2 from the commencement.htm

The Heroic Women of Early Indiana Methodism.
... We have heard of his large circuits and of his districts, extending from the Ohio
at Madison, to Fort Wayne, embracing all of the present North Indiana ...
/.../the heroic women of early indiana methodism/the heroic women of early.htm

From the Close of the General Conference of 1792 to the Close of ...
... In these several conferences the following twelve circuits were added: " Swanino,
in Virginia; Haw River, in North Carolina; Hinkstone, in the West ...
/.../chapter 1 from the close.htm

The General Conference of 1804, and of the Annual Conferences of ...
... and east of the Blue Ridge, and in that part of North Carolina which lies on the
north side of Cape Fear River, except Washington, also the circuits which are ...
/.../chapter 6 the general conference.htm

From the Close of the General Conference in 1796, to the ...
... Three new circuits were returned on the minutes, namely, Pleasant River,
in Maine; Sandwich, and Martha's Vineyard, in Massachusetts. ...
/.../chapter 3 from the close.htm

From the Beginning of 1785 to the End of 1786
... will be under the presidentship of the bishops of our Church for the time being;
and is to be supported by yearly collections throughout our circuits, and any ...
/.../chapter 1 from the beginning.htm

From the Close of the General Conference of 1836 to the ...
... enterprise were daily opening, for which the Missionary Society was affording supplies;
but as they differ nothing materially from ordinary new circuits, it is ...
/.../chapter 14 from the close.htm

Thesaurus
Circuits (4 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Circuits (4 Occurrences). ... Joshua 13:2 This 'is' the land
that is left; all the circuits of the Philistines, and all Geshuri, (YLT). ...
/c/circuits.htm - 7k

Circular (5 Occurrences)
... 1:6 The wind goeth toward the south, and turneth about unto the north; it turneth
about continually in its circuit, and the wind returneth again to its circuits...
/c/circular.htm - 8k

Kind (290 Occurrences)
... Matthew 9:35 And Jesus continued His circuits through all the towns and the villages,
teaching in their synagogues and proclaiming the Good News of the Kingdom ...
/k/kind.htm - 35k

Geliloth (2 Occurrences)
... ge-li'-loth (geliloth): This word is used for "districts" or "circuits" perhaps
indicating the different parts subject to the several lords of the Philistines ...
/g/geliloth.htm - 8k

Whirleth (2 Occurrences)
... 1:6 The wind goeth toward the south, and turneth about unto the north; it whirleth
about continually, and the wind returneth again according to his circuits. ...
/w/whirleth.htm - 6k

Infirmity (22 Occurrences)
... Matthew 9:35 And Jesus continued His circuits through all the towns and the villages,
teaching in their synagogues and proclaiming the Good News of the Kingdom ...
/i/infirmity.htm - 15k

Towns (450 Occurrences)
... Matthew 9:35 And Jesus continued His circuits through all the towns and the villages,
teaching in their synagogues and proclaiming the Good News of the Kingdom ...
/t/towns.htm - 36k

Rendering (10 Occurrences)
... (YLT RSV). Joel 3:4 And also, what 'are' ye to Me, O Tyre and Zidon, And all
circuits of Philistia? Recompence are ye rendering unto Me? ...
/r/rendering.htm - 10k

Returneth (27 Occurrences)
... 1:6 The wind goeth toward the south, and turneth about unto the north; it whirleth
about continually, and the wind returneth again according to his circuits. ...
/r/returneth.htm - 14k

Proclaiming (63 Occurrences)
... Matthew 9:35 And Jesus continued His circuits through all the towns and the villages,
teaching in their synagogues and proclaiming the Good News of the Kingdom ...
/p/proclaiming.htm - 25k

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Circuits (4 Occurrences)

Matthew 9:35
And Jesus continued His circuits through all the towns and the villages, teaching in their synagogues and proclaiming the Good News of the Kingdom, and curing every kind of disease and infirmity.
(WEY)

Joshua 13:2
This 'is' the land that is left; all the circuits of the Philistines, and all Geshuri,
(YLT)

Ecclesiastes 1:6
The wind goeth toward the south, and turneth about unto the north; it whirleth about continually, and the wind returneth again according to his circuits.
(KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT RSV)

Joel 3:4
And also, what 'are' ye to Me, O Tyre and Zidon, And all circuits of Philistia? Recompence are ye rendering unto Me? And if ye are giving recompence to Me, Swiftly, hastily, I turn back your recompence on your head.
(YLT)

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