Definition and Etymology:
The term "sandy" refers to a texture or composition resembling sand, characterized by loose, granular particles. In biblical contexts, "sandy" is often associated with instability and lack of a firm foundation. The imagery of sand is used metaphorically in Scripture to convey spiritual truths and moral lessons.

Biblical References and Symbolism:
The concept of sand appears in several biblical passages, often symbolizing vastness, multitude, or instability. One of the most notable references is found in the teachings of Jesus Christ regarding the wise and foolish builders.

1. The Parable of the Wise and Foolish Builders:
In Matthew 7:24-27 , Jesus contrasts two types of builders: "Therefore everyone who hears these words of Mine and acts on them is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. The rain fell, the torrents raged, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because its foundation was on the rock. But everyone who hears these words of Mine and does not act on them is like a foolish man who built his house on sand. The rain fell, the torrents raged, and the winds blew and beat against that house, and it fell—and great was its collapse!" Here, sand represents a foundation that is unstable and unreliable, illustrating the folly of ignoring Christ's teachings.

2. The Promise to Abraham:
In Genesis 22:17 , God promises Abraham, "I will surely bless you, and I will multiply your descendants like the stars in the sky and the sand on the seashore." In this context, sand symbolizes an innumerable multitude, emphasizing the vastness of Abraham's promised descendants.

3. The Sea and the Sand:
In Jeremiah 5:22 , God declares His power over creation: "Do you not fear Me? declares the LORD. Do you not tremble before Me, the One who set the sand as the boundary for the sea, an everlasting barrier it cannot cross?" Here, sand serves as a boundary, demonstrating God's sovereign control over nature.

Theological Implications:
The use of sand in biblical narratives often serves as a metaphor for spiritual truths. The parable of the wise and foolish builders underscores the importance of a solid spiritual foundation based on obedience to Christ's teachings. Building one's life on the "rock" of Christ ensures stability and resilience in the face of life's challenges, while a "sandy" foundation leads to spiritual collapse.

Practical Application:
Believers are encouraged to examine the foundations of their faith and ensure they are rooted in the teachings of Jesus. Just as a house built on sand cannot withstand storms, a life not grounded in Christ's words is vulnerable to spiritual and moral failure. Christians are called to be like the wise builder, prioritizing obedience and aligning their lives with biblical principles.

Conclusion:
While the imagery of sand in the Bible can convey different meanings depending on the context, it consistently serves as a powerful symbol for teaching spiritual lessons. Whether illustrating the vastness of God's promises or the instability of a life without Christ, the metaphor of sand invites believers to reflect on their spiritual foundations and the enduring truths of Scripture.1. (superl.) Consisting of, abounding with, or resembling, sand; full of sand; covered or sprinkled with sand; as, a sandy desert, road, or soil.

2. (superl.) of sandy hair.

123. aigialos -- the seashore
... Noun, Masculine Transliteration: aigialos Phonetic Spelling: (ahee-ghee-al-os')
Short Definition: sea-coast, beach Definition: sea-coast, (sandy) beach; shore ...
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285. ammos -- sand
... ammos. 286 . sand. Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine Transliteration: ammos Phonetic
Spelling: (am'-mos) Short Definition: sand Definition: sand, sandy ground. ...
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2473. Cholon -- a place in Moab, also a city in Judah
... Holon. Or (shortened) Cholon {kho-lone'}; probably from chowl; sandy; Cholon, the
name of two places in Palestine -- Holon. see HEBREW chowl. 2472, 2473. ...
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Self-Enjoyment. October 14.
... October 14. "How do ye expect," said Sandy, "ever to be happy, or strong, or a man
at a', as long as ye go on only looking to enjoy yersel"yersel? ...
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A Supplementary Chapter to the Bible in Spain
... to be shod or saddled without making all the resistance in her power"was in the
habit of flinging herself down whenever she came to a sandy place, and ...
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The Mango-Tree
... THE MANGO-TREE. He wiled me through the furzy croft; He wiled me down the sandy
lane. He told his boy's love, soft and oft, Until I told him mine again. ...
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Crossing the River
... In some lone walk through sunburnt fields, By sandy path and dusty road,. ... And we
on this sad side are found,. Toiling on sandy flats, I ween,. ...
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Journey to Evora
... We soon entered a sandy, hollow way, emerging from which we passed by a large
edifice, standing on a high, bleak sand-hill, on our left. ...
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The Plagues
... It fairly swarms with teal and coot, and see the snipe on the sand." She
stood up and watched the sandy strip they were nearing. ...
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Acts XXVII
... land. But they discovered a certain inlet having a sandy shore, into which
they determined, if it were possible, to thrust the ship. ...
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The Life of Mr. Alexander Peden.
... of Antrim, about 10 o'clock at night sitting by the fireside, discoursing with some
honest people, he started to his feet, and said, Flee off, Sandy, and hide ...
/.../howie/biographia scoticana scots worthies/the life of mr alexander 2.htm

The Savanna of Aripo
... and umbrella, both needful enough. We went along a sandy high road, bordered
by a vegetation new to me. Low trees, with wiry branches ...
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Babylonia and Assyria
... When the Sumerians first settled by the banks of the Euphrates it must have been
on the sandy plateau to the west of the river where the city of Ur, the modern ...
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Sandy (1 Occurrence)
... 1. (superl.) Consisting of, abounding with, or resembling, sand; full of sand; covered
or sprinkled with sand; as, a sandy desert, road, or soil. ...
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Wanderings (7 Occurrences)
... won'-der-ingz: I. CONDITIONS 1. The Wilderness 2. Four Separate Regions Included
3. "The Sandy Tract" 4. Description of the Arabah 5. Physical Condition of the ...
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Arabah (32 Occurrences)
... Lord Kitchener's report is here so vivid as to be worthy of literal reproduction.
"The descent to the Ghor was down a sandy slope of 300 feet, and the change ...
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Sands (9 Occurrences)

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Viper (8 Occurrences)
... Tristram has identified it with the sand viper, a species of small size common in
sandy regions, and frequently found under stones by the shores of the Dead Sea ...
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Object (76 Occurrences)
... But an inlet with a sandy beach attracted their attention, and now their object
was, if possible, to run the ship aground in this inlet. (WEY). ...
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Joppa (14 Occurrences)
... Beauty, a town in the portion of Dan (Joshua 19:46; AV, "Japho"), on a sandy promontory
between Caesarea and Gaza, and at a distance of 30 miles north-west ...
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Lizard (3 Occurrences)
... species. Arabic sa qanqur = Greek skigkos (skinkos). They are smooth,
light-colored lizards, and are found in sandy places. They ...
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Inlet (4 Occurrences)
... But an inlet with a sandy beach attracted their attention, and now their object
was, if possible, to run the ship aground in this inlet. (WEY BBE). ...
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Tablets (31 Occurrences)
... are upon the clay of the country and they show decided differences among themselves
in color and texture: in some instances the clay is sandy and decidedly ...
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