Topical Encyclopedia A store-house, in biblical terms, refers to a place designated for the storage of goods, provisions, or treasures. This concept is prevalent throughout the Bible, symbolizing both physical and spiritual abundance and stewardship.Old Testament References In the Old Testament, store-houses are often mentioned in the context of agricultural societies where the storage of grain and other produce was essential for survival and prosperity. One of the earliest references is found in Genesis 41, where Joseph, having interpreted Pharaoh's dreams, advises the construction of store-houses to prepare for the coming famine: "Let Pharaoh appoint commissioners over the land to take a fifth of the harvest of Egypt during the seven years of abundance. They should collect all the excess food during these good years that are coming, and under Pharaoh’s authority, store up the grain in the cities and preserve it as food" (Genesis 41:34-35). The store-house is also mentioned in the context of the Temple in Jerusalem. In 1 Chronicles 26:20, the Levites were assigned to oversee the treasuries and store-houses of the temple, indicating the importance of managing resources dedicated to God’s service: "Now their fellow Levites were in charge of the treasuries of the house of God and the treasuries of the dedicated things" (1 Chronicles 26:20). Spiritual Significance The concept of the store-house extends beyond the physical to the spiritual realm. In Malachi 3:10, God challenges the Israelites to bring their tithes into the store-house, promising blessings in return: "Bring the full tithe into the storehouse, so that there may be food in My house. Test Me in this," says the LORD of Hosts. "See if I will not open the windows of heaven and pour out for you blessing without measure" (Malachi 3:10). This passage underscores the principle of faithfulness in giving and the assurance of divine provision. New Testament Insights While the New Testament does not frequently use the term "store-house," the principles of stewardship and provision are echoed in the teachings of Jesus. In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus advises against storing up earthly treasures, emphasizing instead the value of spiritual wealth: "Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal" (Matthew 6:19-20). Conclusion The biblical concept of the store-house serves as a metaphor for God's provision and the responsibility of His people to manage resources wisely. It reflects a balance between practical needs and spiritual priorities, encouraging believers to trust in God's abundance while being diligent stewards of His gifts. Greek 596. apotheke -- a place for putting away, hence a storehouse ... a place for putting away, hence a storehouse. Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine Transliteration: apotheke Phonetic Spelling: (ap-oth-ay'-kay) Short Definition: ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/596.htm - 6k 5009. tameion -- an inner chamber 2344. thesauros -- treasure Strong's Hebrew 214. otsar -- treasure, store, a treasury, storehouse... armory, cellar, garner, storehouse, treasure-house. From 'atsar; a depository -- armory, cellar, garner, store(-house), treasure(-house) (-y). see HEBREW 'atsar ... /hebrew/214.htm - 6k 618. asam -- a storehouse 4460. mammegurah -- granary, storehouse 4035. megurah -- a storehouse, granary 3965. maabus -- granary 624. asoph -- a store (ie a supply of provisions) 4301. matmon -- hidden treasure, treasure Library Account of St. Spyridon: his Modesty and Steadfastness. The Evil one Wailed "Where Now, is There a Place for Me to Flee to ... Nisibene Hymns. Hymn i. O God of Mercies who Didst Refresh Noah ... Uses of Church History. Anxious About Earth, or Earnest About the Kingdom Commandment Eleventh. The Spirit and Prophets to be Tried by their ... Whether the Interior Senses are Suitably Distinguished? Christian Devotedness, Etc. The Old Store an the New Sermon at the Fourth Annual Convention of the Brotherhood of St. ... Thesaurus Storehouse (12 Occurrences)... have storehouse nor barn; and God feedeth them: how much more are ye better than the fowls? (KJV DBY YLT RSV). 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