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The term "profusely" is not directly found in the text of the Bible; however, the concept of abundance, lavishness, and overflowing is a recurring theme throughout the Scriptures. The Bible often uses imagery and language that conveys the idea of profusion in various contexts, such as God's blessings, grace, and the outpouring of the Holy Spirit.

Abundance in Blessings

The Bible frequently speaks of God's blessings being given in abundance to His people. In Deuteronomy 28:11 , it is written, "The LORD will make you prosper abundantly—in the fruit of your womb, the offspring of your livestock, and the produce of your land—in the land that the LORD swore to your fathers to give you." This verse highlights the profuse nature of God's blessings upon Israel when they obey His commandments.

Grace and Mercy

The New Testament emphasizes the profusion of God's grace and mercy towards humanity. In Ephesians 1:7-8 , Paul writes, "In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of His grace that He lavished on us with all wisdom and understanding." Here, the word "lavished" conveys the idea of God's grace being given profusely, beyond measure.

Outpouring of the Holy Spirit

The outpouring of the Holy Spirit is another example of profusion in the Bible. In Acts 2:17 , Peter quotes the prophet Joel, saying, "In the last days, God says, I will pour out My Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your young men will see visions, your old men will dream dreams." The imagery of pouring out the Spirit suggests an abundant and generous giving of God's presence and power to His people.

Generosity and Giving

The concept of giving profusely is also encouraged among believers. In 2 Corinthians 9:6 , Paul writes, "Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously." This principle of generous giving reflects the character of God, who gives abundantly to His children.

Overflowing Joy and Thanksgiving

The Bible also speaks of joy and thanksgiving in terms of abundance. In Philippians 1:9-11 , Paul prays, "And this is my prayer: that your love may abound more and more in knowledge and depth of insight, so that you may be able to discern what is best and may be pure and blameless for the day of Christ, filled with the fruit of righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ—to the glory and praise of God." The use of "abound" indicates a profuse and overflowing love and righteousness in the life of a believer.

In summary, while the specific term "profusely" may not appear in the Bible, the concept is richly woven throughout the Scriptures, illustrating the abundant nature of God's blessings, grace, and the life He calls His followers to lead.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
(adv.) In a profuse manner.
Strong's Hebrew
2107. zul -- to lavish
... A primitive root (compare zalal); probably to shake out, ie (by implication) to
scatter profusely; figuratively, to treat lightly -- lavish, despise. ...
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6524a. parach -- to bud, sprout, shoot
... root Definition to bud, sprout, shoot NASB Word Usage blossom (4), blossom profusely
(1), blossomed (1), bring your to blossom (1), budded (2), budding (1 ...
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Pagan and Christian Rome
... BY. RODOLFO LANCIANI AUTHOR OF "ANCIENT ROME IN THE LIGHT OF RECENT DISCOVERIES".
PROFUSELY ILLUSTRATED. [Illustration: The Riverside Press]. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/lanciani/pagan and christian rome/title page.htm

To the Right Honourable the Earl of Lichfield.
... These sensual ethics far, in bulk, transcend. The flowers of eloquence, profusely
pour'd. O'er spotted vice, fill half the letter'd world.50. ...
/.../young/youngs night thoughts/to the right honourable the.htm

Book iv. --Of Marcion's Antitheses.
... The meaning of salvation's records, [1545] which. 15 Large grace hath poured profusely;
and to ope. To the saints' eyes the Bandit's [1546] covert plague: ...
/.../book iv of marcions antitheses.htm

The Advance of Xerxes into Greece.
... picturesque. They were also, in the days of Xerxes, densely populated,
and adorned profusely with temples, citadels, and towns. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/abbott/xerxes/chapter viii the advance of.htm

Altemus' Mother Stories Series
... their Children. Profusely illustrated and handsomely bound in cloth, with
ornamentation in colors. [USD]1.00 PER VOLUME. COPYRIGHT ...
/.../mother stories from the old testament/altemus mother stories series.htm

Altemus' Mother Stories Series
... their Children. Profusely illustrated and handsomely bound in cloth, with
ornamentation in colors. [USD]1.00 PER VOLUME. COPYRIGHT ...
/.../mother stories from the new testament/altemus mother stories series.htm

The Institution of Deacons, and the History of Stephen.
... by our Lord in vindication of a woman who had poured a box of precious ointment
upon his head, and was accused by the disciples of having profusely wasted what ...
/.../dick/lectures on the acts of the apostles/lecture viii the institution of.htm

"Does this Railroad Lead to Heaven?"
... These words, so pathetically and innocently uttered, brought a great gush of tears
from all eyes, but most profusely from those of the conductor. ...
/.../does this railroad lead to.htm

The Life of Mr. Robert Fleming.
... his table was spread and cup filled, and his head anointed with fresh oil, his children
were liberally educated, and in his work he was profusely rich; but of ...
/.../howie/biographia scoticana scots worthies/the life of mr robert 9.htm

Interruption of the visions of the Passion by the Appearance of St ...
... her chest and shoulders. She generally perspired so profusely that her
bed and clothes were saturated. Her sufferings from thirst ...
/.../chapter xxiv interruption of the.htm

Thesaurus
Profusely (2 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (adv.) In a profuse manner. Multi-Version Concordance
Profusely (2 Occurrences). Isaiah 15:3 In their streets ...
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Lavish (2 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (a.) Expending or bestowing profusely; profuse;
prodigal; as, lavish of money; lavish of praise. 2. (a ...
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Profuse (1 Occurrence)

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Progenitors (2 Occurrences)

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Salutation (6 Occurrences)
... The profusely polite Arab asks so many questions after your health, your happiness,
your welfare, your house, and other things, that a person ignorant of the ...
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Hair (135 Occurrences)
... The Hebrews anointed the hair profusely with fragrant ointments (Ruth 3:3; 2 Samuel
14:2; Psalm 23:5; 45:7, etc.), especially in seasons of rejoicing (Matthew 6 ...
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Prostrate (25 Occurrences)
... (DBY). Isaiah 15:3 In their streets they gird themselves with sackcloth; on their
housetops, and in their broad places, every one howleth, weeping profusely. ...
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Profusely (2 Occurrences)

Isaiah 15:3
In their streets they gird themselves with sackcloth; on their housetops, and in their broad places, every one waileth, weeping abundantly.
(See JPS)

Isaiah 35:2
It will be flowering like the rose; it will be full of delight and songs; the glory of Lebanon will be given to it; the pride of Carmel and Sharon: they will see the glory of the Lord, the power of our God.
(See NAS)

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