Topical Encyclopedia Ice, as a natural phenomenon, is mentioned in the Bible primarily in the context of God's creation and power. It serves as a testament to the divine control over the elements and the natural world. The presence of ice in the Scriptures is often used metaphorically to illustrate God's majesty and the awe-inspiring aspects of His creation.Job 6:16 · "They are darkened by thawing ice and swollen by melting snow." In this passage, Job speaks of streams that are unreliable, comparing them to friends who are not dependable. The imagery of ice and melting snow highlights the transient and unpredictable nature of these waters, reflecting the broader theme of human frailty and the need for divine reliability. Job 37:10 · "By the breath of God the ice is formed and the watery expanses are frozen." Here, the formation of ice is directly attributed to the breath of God, emphasizing His sovereign power over nature. This verse illustrates the concept that all elements of the natural world, including ice, are under God's command and serve His purposes. Job 38:29-30 · "From whose womb does the ice emerge? Who gives birth to the frost from heaven, when the waters become hard as stone and the surface of the deep is frozen?" In God's discourse with Job, He questions Job about the origins of ice and frost, underscoring the mystery and majesty of creation. The imagery of waters becoming hard as stone serves to remind humanity of the limits of human understanding and the vastness of God's creative work. Psalm 147:16-17 · "He spreads the snow like wool; He scatters the frost like ashes; He hurls down His hail like pebbles. Who can withstand His icy blast?" This psalm praises God for His control over the weather, including snow, frost, and hail. The rhetorical question at the end of the passage highlights the power and might of God, suggesting that no one can withstand His icy blast, thus reinforcing the theme of divine omnipotence. Proverbs 25:13 · "Like the cold of snow in the time of harvest is a faithful messenger to those who send him; he refreshes the soul of his masters." In this proverb, the refreshing nature of cold is likened to the reliability of a faithful messenger. The comparison to snow during harvest time suggests a welcome and invigorating presence, illustrating the value of faithfulness and dependability. Ecclesiasticus (Sirach) 43:20 · "He pours the hoarfrost upon the earth like salt, and when it is frozen, it becomes pointed thorns." While not part of the canonical Protestant Bible, this verse from the Apocrypha reflects similar themes found in the canonical texts, depicting ice and frost as manifestations of God's creative power and the beauty and harshness of the natural world. Throughout these scriptures, ice is portrayed as a symbol of God's creative authority and the intricate balance of the natural world. It serves as a reminder of the divine order and the awe-inspiring nature of God's handiwork. Nave's Topical Index Job 6:16Which are blackish by reason of the ice, and wherein the snow is hid: Nave's Topical Index Job 38:29 Psalm 147:17 Proverbs 25:13 Library Inward Confirmation of the Veracity of the Scriptures Of Creation in General. On the Article, and in one Holy Ghost, the Comforter, which Spake ... Sovereignty of God in Administration 'Time for Thee to Work' The Gospel the Power of God The Incomparable Bridegroom and his Bride "The Sun of Righteousness" The Bible V. ... Resources What is the Anthropic Principle? | GotQuestions.orgWhat is the right religion for me? | GotQuestions.org How should a Christian view climate change? | GotQuestions.org Ice: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus |
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