The concept of being "entrapped" in the Bible often refers to situations where individuals are caught in a snare or deceit, leading them into sin or danger. This theme is prevalent throughout Scripture, illustrating both physical and spiritual entrapment.

Old Testament Context

In the Old Testament, the idea of entrapment is frequently associated with snares and traps set by enemies. For instance, in Psalm 140:5, David laments, "The proud have hidden a snare for me; they have spread out the cords of their net and set traps along my path." Here, the imagery of a snare is used to describe the malicious intentions of David's adversaries, seeking to capture him through deceit and cunning.

The Law of Moses also warns against being entrapped by idolatry and the practices of surrounding nations. In Exodus 23:33, God commands the Israelites concerning the inhabitants of the Promised Land: "They must not remain in your land, lest they cause you to sin against Me; for if you serve their gods, it will surely be a snare to you." This highlights the spiritual danger of being led astray from faithfulness to God.

New Testament Context

In the New Testament, entrapment often takes on a more spiritual dimension, focusing on the snares of sin and temptation. Jesus Himself warns against the deceitfulness of riches and the cares of this world, which can entrap believers and choke their spiritual growth. In the Parable of the Sower, He explains, "But the worries of this life, the deceitfulness of wealth, and the desires for other things come in and choke the word, making it unfruitful" (Mark 4:19).

The Apostle Paul also addresses the concept of entrapment in his epistles. In 1 Timothy 6:9, he cautions, "Those who want to be rich, however, fall into temptation and become ensnared by many foolish and harmful desires that plunge them into ruin and destruction." Here, Paul emphasizes the danger of being entrapped by the pursuit of wealth, which can lead to spiritual downfall.

Spiritual Warfare and Entrapment

The Bible also speaks of spiritual warfare, where believers must be vigilant against the schemes of the devil. In Ephesians 6:11, Paul exhorts Christians to "Put on the full armor of God, so that you can make your stand against the devil’s schemes." The imagery of armor suggests the need for protection against spiritual entrapment, highlighting the reality of a spiritual battle.

Wisdom and Deliverance

The Scriptures offer wisdom and guidance to avoid entrapment. Proverbs 3:5-6 advises, "Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight." Trusting in God and seeking His guidance is presented as a means to avoid the snares of life.

Moreover, the Bible assures believers of God's deliverance from entrapment. Psalm 91:3 declares, "Surely He will deliver you from the snare of the fowler and from the deadly plague." This promise of deliverance underscores God's faithfulness in rescuing His people from both physical and spiritual dangers.

Conclusion

The theme of entrapment in the Bible serves as a warning and a call to vigilance for believers. It underscores the reality of both physical and spiritual dangers, while also offering hope in God's deliverance and guidance. Through faith and reliance on God's wisdom, believers can navigate the snares of life and remain steadfast in their walk with the Lord.(imp. & p. p.) of Entrap.3791. ochleo -- to disturb, trouble
... a , carrying someone along. That is, like a tumultuous pushing the entrapped
passer-by to destination. [3791 () is literally "having ...
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1706. empipto -- to fall into
... fall into. From en and pipto; to fall on, ie (literally) to be entrapped by, or
(figuratively) be overwhelmed with -- fall among (into). see GREEK en. ...
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6984. Qushayahu -- a Levite
... Kushaiah. From the passive participle of qowsh and Yahh; entrapped of Jah; Kushajah,
an Israelite -- Kushaiah. see HEBREW qowsh. see HEBREW Yahh. 6983, 6984. ...
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Five Books in Reply to Marcion.
... Profound, and his life-grudging mind, entrapped. Seduc??d men with empty hope,
it laid. ... Or, burning, and by pleasure's heat entrapped,. ...
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But when we Say that There are Demons -- as Though...
... the very same we hold to be the angel of evil, the source of error, the corrupter
of the whole world, by whom in the beginning man was entrapped into breaking ...
/.../tertullian/the souls testimony/chapter iii but when we.htm

The Way to the Sea
... West of it the army would approach. South only could it flee, into a torrid,
arid, uninhabited desert. The slaves were entrapped. ...
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"It is the King's Chapel. " Amos vii. 13
... increases the rates! Preach against prostitution, for we are afraid our
sons will be entrapped some of these days. Preach against ...
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Pergamos
... Through "the counsel of Balaam" (Numbers 31:16, etc.) Israel was entrapped and led
into the worst form of Midianitish idolatry, when "Israel joined himself ...
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The Parables
... Thus, when cross-examined about His authority by men who themselves professed to
know not whence John's baptism was, He could refuse to be entrapped, and yet ...
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Samson Conquered
... his days. One of his greatest exploits was performed at this very season.
He is entrapped in the city of Gaza. He remains there ...
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The First Chapter: Meditation
... They all pass away, and you together with them. Take care, then, that you
do not cling to them lest you be entrapped and perish. ...
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Aaron, his Office no Palliation of his Sin, 61.
... Basil, his friendship with Chrysostom, [38]33, [39]34; entrapped by Chrysostom
into ordination, [40]35; his remonstrances, [41]36-44. ...
/.../chrysostom/on the priesthood/aaron his office no palliation.htm

Safety in God's Care
... Who say to the Lord, "Thou art my refuge, And my fortress, my God in whom I trust,"
He will surely deliver you from the snare, When entrapped from the ...
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Entrapped (2 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Entrapped (2 Occurrences). ... Be that as it may: I was not
a burden to you. But being by no means scrupulous, I entrapped you, they say! ...
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Entrap (5 Occurrences)
... hence, to catch, as in a trap, by artifices; to involve in difficulties or distresses;
to catch or involve in contradictions; as, to be entrapped by the ...
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Intensely (9 Occurrences)
... loved? Be that as it may: I was not a burden to you. But being by no means
scrupulous, I entrapped you, they say! (WEY). Galatians ...
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Fowler (3 Occurrences)
... hand of the fowler." With methods so primitive as these for taking birds, it must
have occurred frequently that a stunned, wounded or entrapped bird slipped ...
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Bestead (1 Occurrence)
... be-sted' (niqsheh, "caught in a snare," "entrapped"; as Judah hard pressed in their
own land by the Assyrians (Isaiah 8:21 the King James Version)): Found only ...
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Bethbarah (1 Occurrence)
... themselves into the Jordan: "even the Jordan" is a gloss on "the waters." Between
the Jordan and the modern Wady Fari`ah an enemy could be entrapped; it is ...
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Beth-barah (1 Occurrence)
... themselves into the Jordan: "even the Jordan" is a gloss on "the waters." Between
the Jordan and the modern Wady Fari`ah an enemy could be entrapped; it is ...
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Sober-mindedness (1 Occurrence)
... 2 Timothy 2:26 and recover sober-mindedness and freedom from the Devil's snare,
though they are now entrapped by him to do his will. (WEY). ...
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Scrupulous (1 Occurrence)
... less to be loved? Be that as it may: I was not a burden to you. But being
by no means scrupulous, I entrapped you, they say! (WEY). ...
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Fall (522 Occurrences)
... 10. (vt) To become ensnared or embarrassed; to be entrapped; to be worse off than
before; as to fall into error; to fall into difficulties. 11. ...
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