Largeness
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Definition and Usage:
In biblical terms, "largeness" often refers to the concept of abundance, spaciousness, or greatness, whether in physical dimensions, spiritual capacity, or moral character. It can denote the physical expanse of land, the breadth of heart or mind, or the abundance of God's blessings.

Biblical References:

1. Physical Dimensions and Abundance:
The term "largeness" is sometimes used to describe the physical expanse or abundance of land and resources. In 1 Kings 4:29, Solomon's wisdom is described in terms of largeness: "And God gave Solomon wisdom, exceedingly deep insight, and understanding beyond measure, like the sand on the seashore." Here, "largeness" is metaphorically linked to the vastness of Solomon's wisdom and understanding, suggesting an abundance that is both intellectual and spiritual.

2. Spiritual Capacity and Generosity:
Largeness can also refer to the capacity of the heart or spirit, often associated with generosity and openness. In 2 Corinthians 6:11-13, Paul speaks to the Corinthians about the openness of his heart: "We have spoken freely to you, Corinthians; our hearts are open wide. It is not our affection, but yours that is restrained. As a fair exchange, I ask you as my children: Open wide your hearts also." This passage highlights the concept of largeness in terms of emotional and spiritual openness, encouraging believers to embrace a generous and expansive spirit.

3. Moral and Ethical Greatness:
Largeness can also imply moral and ethical greatness. In the context of God's character, largeness is often associated with His infinite nature and the boundless scope of His love and mercy. Psalm 119:32 states, "I run in the path of Your commandments, for You have set my heart free." The largeness of heart here is linked to the freedom and joy found in following God's commandments, suggesting a moral expansiveness that comes from living in accordance with divine principles.

4. God's Blessings and Provision:
The largeness of God's blessings is a recurring theme in Scripture. In Deuteronomy 8:7-9, the Promised Land is described in terms of abundance: "For the LORD your God is bringing you into a good land, a land with streams and pools of water, with springs flowing in the valleys and hills; a land with wheat and barley, vines and fig trees, pomegranates, olive oil, and honey; a land where you will eat food without scarcity, where you will lack nothing." This passage illustrates the largeness of God's provision for His people, emphasizing the abundance and sufficiency of His gifts.

Theological Implications:

Largeness, in its various forms, reflects the nature of God and His dealings with humanity. It underscores the vastness of His wisdom, the generosity of His spirit, and the abundance of His blessings. Believers are encouraged to emulate this largeness in their own lives, cultivating a spirit of generosity, openness, and moral integrity. The concept serves as a reminder of the expansive nature of God's kingdom and the call to live in a manner that reflects His greatness and abundance.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
(n.) The quality or state of being large.
Strong's Hebrew
7341. rochab -- breadth, width
... breadth, broad, largeness, thickness, wideness. From rachab; width (literally or
figuratively) -- breadth, broad, largeness, thickness, wideness. ...
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2 Cor. Ix. 10
... he, and multiply your seed for sowing, and increase the fruits of your righteousness.'
Here also again he hints, in an unsuspicious way, at largeness [in giving ...
/.../homilies on the epistles of paul to the corinthians/homily xx 2 cor ix.htm

Of the [Temple And] Cities that were Built by Herod and Erected ...
... himself a palace in the Upper city, containing two very large and most beautiful
apartments; to which the holy house itself could not be compared [in largeness ...
/.../chapter 21 of the temple.htm

How Herod Rebuilt the Temple and Raised it Higher and Made it More ...
... Our fathers, indeed, when they were returned from Babylon, built this temple to
God Almighty, yet does it want sixty cubits of its largeness in altitude; for ...
/.../josephus/the antiquities of the jews/chapter 11 how herod rebuilt.htm

How Moses Conquered Sihon and Og Kings of the Amorites, and ...
... Now Og had very few equals, either in the largeness of his body, or handsomeness
of his appearance. He was also a man of great activity ...
/.../josephus/the antiquities of the jews/chapter 5 how moses conquered.htm

Acts iv. 23
... And now, Lord, behold their threatenings." (v.27-29.) Observe their largeness
of mind (philosophian). These are not words of imprecation. ...
/.../chrysostom/homilies on acts and romans/homily xi acts iv 23.htm

The Great Gain of Godliness
... And God gave Solomon wisdom and understanding exceeding much, and largeness
of heart, even as the sand that is on the sea shore.30. ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture f/the great gain of godliness.htm

Rom. xii. 4, 5
... [1535] "He that showeth mercy, with cheerfulness." For it is not enough to show
mercy, but it behooves us to do it with a largeness and an ungrudging spirit ...
/.../chrysostom/homilies on acts and romans/homily xxi rom xii 4.htm

Concerning the Tabernacle which Moses Built in the Wilderness for ...
... Moses also informed them, according to the direction of God, both what the measures
were to be, and its largeness; and how many vessels it ought to contain for ...
/.../josephus/the antiquities of the jews/chapter 6 concerning the tabernacle.htm

The Description of Jerusalem.
... These were for largeness, beauty, and strength beyond all that were in the habitable
earth; for besides the magnanimity of his nature, and his magnificence ...
/.../chapter 4 the description of.htm

Solomon
... had given him to do. He longed for quickness of mind, for largeness of heart,
for tenderness of spirit. That night the Lord appeared ...
/.../white/the story of prophets and kings/chapter 1 solomon.htm

Thesaurus
Largeness (1 Occurrence)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (n.) The quality or state of being large.
Multi-Version Concordance Largeness (1 Occurrence). 1 Kings 4 ...
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Larger (23 Occurrences)

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Large-boned (1 Occurrence)
Large-boned. Large, Large-boned. Largeness . Multi-Version Concordance
Large-boned (1 Occurrence). ... Large, Large-boned. Largeness . Reference Bible.
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Pyramid
... his parents and brethren at Modin (1 Maccabees 13:28; compare Ant, XIII vi, 6).
Josephus describes them as "very surprising, both for their largeness and beauty ...
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Big (21 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (superl.) Having largeness of size; of much
bulk or magnitude; of great size; large. 2. (superl.) Great ...
/b/big.htm - 13k

Breadth (100 Occurrences)
... Figuratively, of the comprehensiveness of God's law (Psalm 119:96); of the heart
(1 Kings 4:29, rendered "largeness of heart" English Versions); of God's ...
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Cool (8 Occurrences)
... 6. (superl.) Applied facetiously, in a vague sense, to a sum of money, commonly
as if to give emphasis to the largeness of the amount. ...
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Sand (40 Occurrences)
... 13:5; compare Revelation 20:8). Joseph laid up gram as the sand of the sea (Genesis
41:49); God gave Solomon wisdom and understanding and largeness of heart as ...
/s/sand.htm - 24k

Sea-shore (11 Occurrences)
... 1 Kings 4:29 And God gave Solomon wisdom and understanding exceeding much, and
largeness of heart, even as the sand that is on the sea-shore. ...
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Largeness (1 Occurrence)

1 Kings 4:29
And God gave Solomon wisdom and understanding exceeding much, and largeness of heart, even as the sand that is on the sea shore.
(KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS RSV)

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