Definition and Context:
The term "schemer" in the biblical context refers to an individual who devises plans, often with deceitful or malicious intent. The Bible frequently warns against such behavior, emphasizing the moral and spiritual dangers associated with scheming. The concept of scheming is often linked with wickedness, deceit, and the rejection of God's righteous ways.

Biblical References:

1. Proverbs 6:16-19 · This passage lists things that the Lord detests, including "a heart that devises wicked schemes." The schemer is portrayed as someone whose intentions are contrary to God's will, engaging in actions that sow discord and harm among people.

2. Proverbs 24:8 · "He who plots evil will be called a schemer." This verse directly associates the act of plotting evil with the identity of a schemer, highlighting the negative connotation and societal disdain for such behavior.

3. Isaiah 32:7 · "The schemes of the scoundrel are wicked; he makes up evil plans to destroy the poor with lies, even when the plea of the needy is just." Here, the schemer is depicted as someone who exploits and oppresses the vulnerable, using deceit to achieve unjust ends.

4. Psalm 37:12 · "The wicked scheme against the righteous and gnash their teeth at them." This verse illustrates the conflict between the wicked and the righteous, with schemers actively working against those who follow God's path.

Characteristics of a Schemer:

· Deceitfulness: Schemers often rely on lies and manipulation to achieve their goals, as seen in the biblical narratives of figures like Jacob, who deceived his father Isaac to receive Esau's blessing (Genesis 27).

· Selfish Ambition: Schemers are typically driven by personal gain, power, or revenge, disregarding the well-being of others. This is evident in the account of Absalom, who schemed to overthrow his father David and seize the throne of Israel (2 Samuel 15).

· Opposition to Righteousness: Schemers frequently stand in opposition to God's righteous plans, as demonstrated by the Pharisees and religious leaders who plotted against Jesus, seeking to undermine His ministry and ultimately crucify Him (Matthew 26:3-4).

Moral and Spiritual Implications:

The Bible consistently condemns scheming as a sin that leads to destruction and separation from God. Schemers are warned of the consequences of their actions, as seen in Proverbs 26:27: "Whoever digs a pit will fall into it; if someone rolls a stone, it will roll back on them." This principle underscores the idea that those who engage in deceitful plotting will ultimately face divine justice.

Exhortation to Believers:

Believers are called to reject scheming and embrace integrity, honesty, and trust in God's providence. Ephesians 4:25 encourages Christians to "put away falsehood and speak truthfully to your neighbor," fostering a community built on trust and righteousness. The life of Jesus serves as the ultimate example of living without deceit, embodying truth and love in all interactions.

In summary, the Bible presents scheming as a manifestation of wickedness that stands in stark contrast to the virtues of truth and righteousness. Believers are urged to avoid such behavior and instead pursue a life that honors God and reflects His character.(n.) One who forms schemes; a projector; esp., a plotter; an intriguer.6782. tsammim -- perhaps a snare, trap
... 6781b, 6782. tsammim. 6783 . perhaps a snare, trap. Transliteration: tsammim
Phonetic Spelling: (tsam-meem') Short Definition: schemer. ...
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4209. mezimmah -- purpose, discretion, device
... Word Usage devises evil (1), discretion (5), evil devices (1), intent (1), plans
(1), plot (1), plots (1), purpose (2), purposes (1), schemer* (1), thoughts (1 ...
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1167. baal -- owner, lord
... 6), lords (1), man (3), married* (2), master's (1), masters (1), men (14), owner
(15), owners (2), possessors (2), relative by marriage (1), schemer* (1), who ...
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The Bishop at Work
... John, whom he had tried to bribe into fidelity, and a little lame, black foreigner,
Longchamp, Bishop of Ely, who had been adviser, schemer, general brain box ...
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Early Days
... He wrote to Cardinal Osius that he would not rest until he had broken up the Jesuit
college in Pultowa and driven every schemer of them out of Poland. ...
/.../greater things the story of saint stanislaus kostka /chapter iii early days.htm

Centenary Commemoration
... The former without the latter makes the impracticable blunderer; the latter without
the former makes the time-serving schemer; the two together make the wise ...
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An Obstinate Roman.
... brought to him again. He looks into Jesus' face. He is keen enough to
see that here is no political schemer. At most probably a ...
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Two Questions About Christianity
... to bring spiritual life among his people,"the life of God to the souls of men,"and
here were people still trying to find in him a political schemer or a ...
/.../peabody/mornings in the college chapel/lxi two questions about christianity.htm

The Heavenly Pathway and the Earthly Heart
... He is a crafty schemer, selfish, over- reaching, with a keen eye to the main chance.
Whoever deals with him has to look sharply after his own interests. ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture k/the heavenly pathway and the.htm

The Twofold Wrestle --God's with Jacob and Jacob's with God
... firm covenant. A breath of a higher life is stirring in the shifty schemer
who has all his life been living by his wits. Now he ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture k/the twofold wrestlegods with jacob.htm

Have Learned not Only from Your Letter but from those of Many ...
... mocking encomiast. It is of no use to put on a veil of simplicity, when
the schemer is detected in his malicious purpose. To have ...
/.../i have learned not only.htm

Caiaphas
... A crafty schemer, as blind as a mole to the beauty of Christ's character and the
greatness of His words; utterly unspiritual; undisguisedly selfish; rude as a ...
//christianbookshelf.org/maclaren/expositions of holy scripture i/caiaphas.htm

The Ideal Statesman [Footnote: Preached on Occasion of Mr. ...
... The self-seeking schemer, the one-eyed partisan, the cynic who disbelieves in ideals
of any sort, the charlatan who assumes virtues that he does not possess ...
/.../expositions of holy scripture k/the ideal statesman footnote preached.htm

Schemer (2 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Schemer (2 Occurrences). ... (See NAS). Proverbs 24:8 One
who plots to do evil will be called a schemer. (WEB NAS NIV). ...
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Schemes (25 Occurrences)

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Designer (12 Occurrences)
... 2. (n.) One who produces or creates original works of art or decoration. 3. (n.)
A plotter; a schemer; -- used in a bad sense. Multi-Version Concordance ...
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Plots (20 Occurrences)
... there is a burning fire. (See RSV NIV). Proverbs 24:8 One who plots to do
evil will be called a schemer. (WEB NIV). Isaiah 25:11 and ...
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Artist (1 Occurrence)
... 3. (n.) One who shows trained skill or rare taste in any manual art or occupation.
4. (n.) An artful person; a schemer. Multi-Version Concordance ...
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Schemed (3 Occurrences)

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