In the context of the Bible, the term "solicited" refers to the act of seeking or requesting something earnestly or persistently. This concept can be seen in various narratives and teachings throughout the Scriptures, where individuals or groups seek assistance, guidance, or favor from God or others.

Old Testament Examples

1. Prayer and Petition: The act of soliciting God's favor or intervention is a recurring theme in the Old Testament. One notable example is King Solomon, who solicited wisdom from God. In 1 Kings 3:9 , Solomon prays, "Give Your servant therefore an understanding heart to judge Your people and to discern between good and evil. For who is able to govern this great people of Yours?" Solomon's request pleased the Lord, who granted him unparalleled wisdom.

2. Intercession: The prophets often acted as intermediaries, soliciting God's mercy on behalf of the people. In Exodus 32:11-14, Moses intercedes for the Israelites after they sinned by worshiping the golden calf. He solicits God's forgiveness, reminding Him of His promises to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. The Lord relents from the disaster He had threatened, demonstrating the power of earnest solicitation.

3. Seeking Guidance: The Israelites frequently solicited guidance from God, especially during times of uncertainty. In Judges 20:18, the Israelites inquire of God, "Who of us shall go first to fight against the Benjamites?" The Lord responds, guiding them in their military endeavors.

New Testament Examples

1. Requests for Healing: The Gospels contain numerous accounts of individuals soliciting Jesus for healing. In Mark 5:23 , Jairus, a synagogue leader, earnestly solicits Jesus, saying, "My little daughter is near death. Please come and place Your hands on her, so that she will be healed and live." Jesus responds to such solicitations with compassion and power, often resulting in miraculous healings.

2. Prayer and Supplication: Jesus teaches His disciples about the importance of persistent solicitation in prayer. In Luke 11:9-10 , He encourages them, "So I say to you: Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened." This teaching underscores the value of earnest and persistent solicitation in the believer's relationship with God.

3. Apostolic Solicitation: The early church also engaged in solicitation, particularly in the form of prayer and intercession. In Acts 4:29-30 , the apostles pray, "And now, Lord, consider their threats, and enable Your servants to speak Your word with complete boldness, as You stretch out Your hand to heal and perform signs and wonders through the name of Your holy servant Jesus." Their solicitation is met with a powerful response from God, as the place where they were meeting was shaken, and they were all filled with the Holy Spirit.

Theological Implications

The act of soliciting, particularly in prayer, reflects a deep dependence on God and an acknowledgment of His sovereignty and power. It is an expression of faith, trust, and humility, recognizing that all good things come from the Lord. The Bible encourages believers to approach God with their requests, assured of His willingness to listen and respond according to His perfect will.(imp. & p. p.) of Solicit.

Miracles of Healing Solicited by the Sufferers.
... V. MIRACLES OF HEALING SOLICITED BY THE SUFFERERS. I come now to the second group
of miracles, those granted to the prayers of the sufferers. ...
/.../macdonald/miracles of our lord/v miracles of healing solicited.htm

Continuation of the Argument.
... again, if faults are judged, is the soul dealt fairly with, supposing it alone to
pay the penalty for the faults it committed through being solicited by the ...
/.../chapter xxi continuation of the argument.htm

The Fulton St. Prayer Meeting.
... They include both facts which have been related by speakers in their daily meetings,
or furnished from the letters of those who have solicited Prayer and ...
/.../various/the wonders of prayer/the fulton st prayer meeting.htm

It Frequently Happens that a Creature who is not Entirely Hardened ...
... this command was easy, in the midst of such an abundance of fruit; and the trial
of her obedience would have been very small, if she had been solicited with no ...
/.../arminius/the works of james arminius vol 1/article xxiii iii it frequently.htm

Biographical Sketch.
... He humbly and gratefully recognized the hand of God in the matter; and, owning his
own weakness, earnestly solicited the prayers of the faithful. ...
/.../gerhardt/paul gerhardts spiritual songs/biographical sketch.htm

Moses, the Mighty Intercessor
... God's wrath. Four times were the prayers of Moses solicited by Pharaoh to
relieve him of the fearful stroke of God's wrath. "Entreat ...
/.../bounds/prayer and praying men/iv moses the mighty intercessor.htm

Some Errors.
... We are solicited to tarry, but we are so intent on our destination, and especially
are we so charmed with our travelling Companion, that we bid farewell to ...
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Perils to the virgins Themselves Attendant Upon Not-Veiling.
... Deservedly, therefore, while they do not cover their head, in order that they may
be solicited for the sake of glory, they are forced to cover their bellies by ...
/.../tertullian/on the veiling of virgins/chapter xiv perils to the virgins.htm

About the Electronic Edition.
... Addenda and corrigenda are earnestly solicited. Ernie Stefanik 373 Wilson Street
Derry, PA 15627-9770 412.694.8602 stefanik@westol.com Created 7 June 1997. ...
/.../mcgarvey/a commentary on acts of the apostles/about the electronic edition.htm

Appendix.
... Committee determined that the memorial should take the form of a Paten and Chalice,
and subscriptions for the same in small amounts were solicited and received ...
/.../various/the sermons and addresses at the seabury centenary/appendix.htm

Solicited (1 Occurrence)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (imp. & pp) of Solicit. Multi-Version Concordance
Solicited (1 Occurrence). Ezekiel 16:34 And thou art ...
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Proverbs (11 Occurrences)
... II. THE SUCCESSIVE COMPILATIONS 1. The Introductory Section 2. The Classic Nucleus
3. A Body of Solicited Counsel 4. Some Left-over Precepts 5. The Hezekian ...
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Refusal (1 Occurrence)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (n.) Denial of anything demanded, solicited,
or offered for acceptance. 2. (n.) The right of taking ...
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Solicitous (2 Occurrences)

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Solicit (2 Occurrences)

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Harlotries (22 Occurrences)
... Ezekiel 16:34 And the contrary is in thee from other women, in that thou didst solicit
to harlotry, and wast not solicited; and in that thou givest hire, and ...
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First (4693 Occurrences)
... The second matter on which advice was solicited, questions regarding eidolothuta,
meats offered to idols, he discusses in chapter 8, recurring to it again in ...
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Corinthians (3 Occurrences)
... The second matter on which advice was solicited, questions regarding eidolothuta,
meats offered to idols, he discusses in chapter 8, recurring to it again in ...
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Epistle (13 Occurrences)
... The second matter on which advice was solicited, questions regarding eidolothuta,
meats offered to idols, he discusses in chapter 8, recurring to it again in ...
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Harlot (87 Occurrences)
... Ezekiel 16:34 And the contrary is in thee from other women, in that thou didst solicit
to harlotry, and wast not solicited; and in that thou givest hire, and ...
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