Definition and Context
Firing, in a biblical context, generally refers to the use of fire for various purposes, including judgment, purification, and destruction. Fire is a recurring symbol throughout the Bible, representing both the presence and power of God, as well as His judgment against sin and unrighteousness.

Fire as Divine Presence
Fire often signifies the presence of God. In Exodus 3:2, Moses encounters the burning bush, where "the Angel of the LORD appeared to him in a flame of fire from within a bush." This theophany illustrates God's holiness and His call to Moses. Similarly, in Exodus 13:21, God leads the Israelites through the wilderness with a pillar of fire by night, symbolizing His guidance and protection.

Fire as Judgment
Fire is frequently associated with divine judgment. In Genesis 19:24, the LORD rains down "burning sulfur on Sodom and Gomorrah—from the LORD out of the heavens," demonstrating His judgment against the cities' wickedness. The New Testament also uses fire as a metaphor for judgment, as seen in 2 Thessalonians 1:7-8, where the Lord Jesus is revealed "from heaven with His mighty angels in blazing fire, inflicting vengeance on those who do not know God."

Fire as Purification
Fire serves as a means of purification and refinement. Malachi 3:2-3 describes the coming of the Lord as "like a refiner's fire," purifying the sons of Levi and refining them like gold and silver. This imagery underscores the process of sanctification, where believers are purified from sin and made holy.

Fire in Sacrificial Practices
In the Old Testament, fire is integral to the sacrificial system. Leviticus 6:12-13 commands that "the fire on the altar must be kept burning; it must not go out." This perpetual fire signifies the continual need for atonement and the ongoing relationship between God and His people through sacrifice.

Fire in Eschatology
Eschatological passages often depict fire as a tool of final judgment and renewal. In 2 Peter 3:10, it is written, "The heavens will disappear with a roar; the elements will be destroyed by fire, and the earth and everything done in it will be laid bare." This apocalyptic vision highlights the transformative power of fire in God's ultimate plan for creation.

Symbolism and Lessons
Fire symbolizes both the awe-inspiring power of God and the seriousness of His judgment. It serves as a reminder of God's holiness and the need for repentance and purification. Believers are called to live lives that reflect the refining work of the Holy Spirit, as described in passages like 1 Peter 1:7, where faith is tested by fire to result in "praise, glory, and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ."

Conclusion
The biblical use of fire encompasses a range of meanings, from divine presence and guidance to judgment and purification. It is a powerful symbol that conveys the multifaceted nature of God's interaction with humanity, calling believers to a life of holiness and reverence.1. (n.) The act of discharging firearms.

2. (n.) The mode of introducing fuel into the furnace and working it.

3. (n.) The application of fire, or of a cautery.

4. (n.) The process of partly vitrifying pottery by exposing it to intense heat in a kiln.

5. (n.) Fuel; firewood or coal.

Essay iv. The Generous Spirit, Who, when Brought among the Tasks ...
... The firing on the part of the French ship having at length for some time slackened,
and then altogether ceased, and yet no sign given of surrender, the senior ...
/.../confessions of an inquiring spirit etc/essay iv the generous spirit.htm

San Josef
... shout their war-song, and howl their war- notes; they loaded their pieces with
ball-cartridge, or blank cartridge and small stones, and commenced firing at the ...
//christianbookshelf.org/kingsley/at last/chapter ix san josef.htm

Be not Deceived; God is not Mocked.
... The command to "halt," or "cease firing," was often given by the Germans, it has
been said, and the French soldiers were thus placed in positions where they ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/moody/sowing and reaping/chapter ii be not deceived.htm

One Way to Help Boys
... He calls you "Captain." Each boy has a rifle that costs a dollar; but there
is no firing. There is a bayonet drill without a bayonet. ...
/.../stones rolled away and other addresses to young men/iii one way to help.htm

Introduction
... We are rejoiced, however, to know that the Secondary Division is now coming to be
better understood and recognized as the firing line of the Sunday school. ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/alexander/the boy and the sunday school/introduction.htm

The Fourth Part.
... Sodome with fire and brimstone, and providing Tophet for his enemies; but awaking
also his drowzie servants, by judgements (as Absolon Joab by firing his corne ...
/.../ward/a coal from the altar to kindle the holy fire of zeale/the fourth part.htm

The Long, Rough Road He Trod
... But neither bullets nor mining have affected the Book itself. The only harm has
been in the kick-back of the firing, upon those standing close by. ...
/.../gordon/quiet talks on following the christ/the long rough road he.htm

God Still Sifting.
... coolness. While the fighting and firing were hottest he sat on his horse
quietly, coolly watching, listening, and giving his orders. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/gordon/quiet talks on service/god still sifting.htm

Jesus in Solitude
... He, Who possesses all things, bends His knees to crave, and His prayers are definite,
no empty form, no homage without sense of need, no firing of blank ...
/.../chadwick/the gospel of st mark/chapter 1 35-39 jesus in solitude.htm

How Herod Sent his Sons to Rome; How Also He was Accused by ...
... that so by his care the neighboring countries might be no longer disturbed with
these doings of the Trachonites; for it was not an easy firing to restrain them ...
/.../josephus/the antiquities of the jews/chapter 10 how herod sent.htm

Firing (3 Occurrences)
... a kiln. 5. (n.) Fuel; firewood or coal. Multi-Version Concordance Firing
(3 Occurrences). Deuteronomy 32:22 For my wrath is a flaming ...
/f/firing.htm - 7k

Foul (41 Occurrences)
... as, a foul cloth; foul hands; a foul chimney; foul air; a ship's bottom is foul
when overgrown with barnacles; a gun becomes foul from repeated firing; a well ...
/f/foul.htm - 21k

Cock (12 Occurrences)
... 17. (vt) To draw the hammer of (a firearm) fully back and set it for firing. 18.
(vi) To draw back the hammer of a firearm, and set it for firing. 19. ...
/c/cock.htm - 13k

Bread (433 Occurrences)
... 3. Baking: We find in the Old Testament, as in the practice of the East today, three
modes of firing or baking bread: (1) Hot Stones: That represented by ...
/b/bread.htm - 58k

Potter (14 Occurrences)
... In firing pottery there are always some jars which come out imperfect. In
unpacking the kiln and storing the product others get broken. ...
/p/potter.htm - 28k

Pottery (11 Occurrences)
... In firing pottery there are always some jars which come out imperfect. In
unpacking the kiln and storing the product others get broken. ...
/p/pottery.htm - 27k

Vine-gardens (41 Occurrences)
... Judges 15:5 Then firing the sticks, he let the foxes loose among the uncut grain
of the Philistines, and all the corded stems as well as the living grain and ...
/v/vine-gardens.htm - 19k

Uncut (5 Occurrences)
... Judges 15:5 Then firing the sticks, he let the foxes loose among the uncut grain
of the Philistines, and all the corded stems as well as the living grain and ...
/u/uncut.htm - 8k

Underworld (87 Occurrences)
... Deuteronomy 32:22 For my wrath is a flaming fire, burning to the deep parts of the
underworld, burning up the earth with her increase, and firing the deep ...
/u/underworld.htm - 31k

Lead (192 Occurrences)
... used in pencils. 7. (vt) To cover, fill, or affect with lead; as, continuous
firing leads the grooves of a rifle. 8. (vt) To place ...
/l/lead.htm - 42k

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