Granular
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The term "granular" is not explicitly found in the Bible; however, the concept of granularity can be related to various biblical themes and narratives, particularly in the context of agriculture, creation, and divine providence. In Scripture, the detailed and intricate nature of God's creation and His attention to the minutiae of life can be seen as reflecting a "granular" perspective.

Agricultural Imagery

The Bible frequently uses agricultural imagery to convey spiritual truths, and this often involves granular elements such as seeds, grains, and soil. For instance, in the Parable of the Sower, Jesus describes different types of soil and their ability to produce a harvest, emphasizing the importance of the condition of one's heart in receiving the Word of God (Matthew 13:3-9). The granular nature of seeds and soil in this parable highlights the detailed and specific conditions necessary for spiritual growth.

Creation and Divine Order

The creation account in Genesis reflects a granular attention to detail, as God meticulously forms the universe, the earth, and all living creatures. Genesis 1:11-12 states, "Then God said, 'Let the earth bring forth vegetation, seed-bearing plants and fruit trees, each bearing fruit with seed according to its kind.' And it was so. The earth produced vegetation: seed-bearing plants according to their kinds and trees bearing fruit with seed according to their kinds. And God saw that it was good." This passage illustrates the intricate design and order inherent in creation, with each plant and tree producing seeds "according to its kind."

Divine Providence and Care

The Bible also speaks to God's granular care and providence over His creation. In Matthew 10:29-31 , Jesus reassures His followers of God's intimate knowledge and care for them: "Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? Yet not one of them will fall to the ground apart from the will of your Father. And even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. So do not be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows." This passage underscores the detailed attention God gives to even the smallest aspects of His creation, reflecting a granular level of care and concern.

Spiritual Discernment and Wisdom

The concept of granularity can also be applied to spiritual discernment and wisdom. Proverbs 2:1-5 encourages believers to seek wisdom and understanding with diligence: "My son, if you accept my words and hide my commandments within you, listening closely to wisdom and directing your heart to understanding, if you truly call out to insight and lift your voice to understanding, if you seek it like silver and search it out like hidden treasure, then you will discern the fear of the LORD and discover the knowledge of God." The pursuit of wisdom requires attention to detail and a granular approach to understanding God's Word and His will.

In summary, while the term "granular" is not directly mentioned in the Bible, the concept is woven throughout Scripture in the form of detailed agricultural imagery, the intricate order of creation, God's providential care, and the pursuit of spiritual wisdom. These themes reflect a God who is deeply involved in the details of His creation and the lives of His people.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
(a.) Consisting of, or resembling, grains; as, sand is a granular substance.
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On a Piece of Chalk. A Lecture to Working Men.
... it, in the same way as that of the piece of chalk was made, and view it with the
microscope, it presents innumerable Globigerinae, embedded in a granular matrix ...
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Granular (1 Occurrence)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (a.) Consisting of, or resembling, grains; as, sand is
a granular substance. Multi-Version Concordance Granular (1 Occurrence). ...
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Grape (20 Occurrences)

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Grain (413 Occurrences)
... 18. (n.) To yield fruit. 19. (n.) To form grains, or to assume a granular
form, as the result of crystallization; to granulate. 20. ...
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Grants (1 Occurrence)

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Adamant (2 Occurrences)
... There is a possible etymological identification of shamir with the Greek smyris
(smeris or smiris), emery, a granular form of corundum well known to the ...
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Graecia
... to Cape Malea and Taygetus-together with the greater part of Attica and of the Cyclades,
consists of mica-schist and crystalline-granular limestone (marble ...
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Fine (184 Occurrences)
... Exodus 16:14 And when the dew that lay round it was gone up, behold, on the face
of the wilderness there was something fine, granular, fine as hoar-frost, on ...
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Greece (15 Occurrences)
... to Cape Malea and Taygetus-together with the greater part of Attica and of the Cyclades,
consists of mica-schist and crystalline-granular limestone (marble ...
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Granular (1 Occurrence)

Exodus 16:14
And when the dew that lay round it was gone up, behold, on the face of the wilderness there was something fine, granular, fine as hoar-frost, on the ground.
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