In the context of the Bible, the concept of being "taller" is often associated with physical stature, which can symbolize strength, leadership, or divine favor. While the Bible does not explicitly focus on height as a primary theme, there are several instances where height is mentioned in relation to individuals, often highlighting their prominence or the challenges they face.

Biblical Figures Noted for Height:

1. Saul: The first king of Israel, Saul, is described as being taller than any of the people. In 1 Samuel 9:2 , it is noted, "Kish had a son named Saul, as handsome a young man as could be found anywhere in Israel, and he was a head taller than anyone else." Saul's height is mentioned as a distinguishing feature, symbolizing his initial suitability for kingship in the eyes of the people.

2. Goliath: The Philistine giant Goliath is another figure whose height is emphasized. In 1 Samuel 17:4 , it states, "Then a champion named Goliath, who was from Gath, came out from the Philistine camp. He was six cubits and a span in height." Goliath's towering stature represents the formidable challenge he posed to the Israelites, ultimately overcome by David's faith and courage.

3. The Anakim: The Anakim were a race of giants mentioned in the Old Testament. In Deuteronomy 9:2 , the Israelites are reminded of the Anakim, "a people great and tall, the descendants of the Anakim, whom you know and of whom you have heard it said, 'Who can stand against the sons of Anak?'" Their height is symbolic of the daunting obstacles the Israelites faced in claiming the Promised Land.

Symbolism of Height:

Height in the Bible can symbolize both physical and spiritual attributes. Taller individuals are often seen as leaders or warriors, but the Bible also teaches that true strength and leadership come from God. For instance, while Saul's height made him an impressive figure, his disobedience to God led to his downfall. Conversely, David, though not described as particularly tall, was chosen by God for his heart and faithfulness.

Spiritual Lessons:

The emphasis on height in certain biblical narratives serves as a reminder that God's criteria for leadership and success differ from human expectations. As stated in 1 Samuel 16:7 , "But the LORD said to Samuel, 'Do not consider his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him. The LORD does not see as man does. For man sees the outward appearance, but the LORD sees the heart.'" This verse underscores the importance of inner qualities over physical attributes.

In summary, while height is occasionally highlighted in the Bible, it is often used to contrast human perceptions with divine wisdom, emphasizing that God's favor and strength are not bound by physical stature.1361b. gabah -- to be high, exalted
... 4), higher (3), lifted (3), loftier (1), made it high (1), make your as high (1),
mounts (1), pride* (1), proud (4), raised (1), raises (1), taller (1), took ...
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1364. gaboah -- high, exalted
... Usage haughtiness (1), haughty (2), high (22), higher officials (1), lofty (1),
long (1), longer (1), longer one (1), official (2), proud (2), taller (1), very ...
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7311. rum -- to be high or exalted, rise
... rebelled* (2), remove (3), removed (2), rise (2), rose (1), set (2), set apart
(3), stop (1), sworn* (1), take (5), take off (1), tall (4), taller (1), took (2 ...
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Of Former Times
... It is supposed, in particular, that men were, some ages ago, of a far taller stature
than now; that they likewise had far greater abilities, and enjoyed a ...
/.../wesley/sermons on several occasions/sermon 102 of former times.htm

The Description of Jerusalem.
... 4. Now as these towers were so very tall, they appeared much taller by the place
on which they stood; for that very old wall wherein they were was built on a ...
/.../chapter 4 the description of.htm

Mr. HG Wells and the Giants
... Mr. Wells might grow taller and taller for unending aeons till his head was higher
than the loneliest star. I can imagine his writing a good novel about it. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/chesterton/heretics/v mr h g wells and.htm

The First Discovery of America
... Then out of Norway, with a mighty host, came Harold Hardraade, taller than all men,
the ideal Viking of his time. Half-brother of the now dead St. ...
/.../kingsley/historical lectures and essays/the first discovery of america.htm

The First Discovery of America.
... Then out of Norway, with a mighty host, came Harold Hardraade, taller than all men,
the ideal Viking of his time. Half-brother of the now dead St. ...
/.../lectures delivered in america in 1874/lecture iii the first discovery.htm

One Way to Help Boys
... Then you have taught him courtesy. He salutes you and feels a head taller. Everything
is done as if you were a real captain and he a real private. ...
/.../stones rolled away and other addresses to young men/iii one way to help.htm

Seeing, Then, Man's Own Reflections, Even in Spite of the ...
... In the same way, with their high shoes, he has made the tragic actors taller, because
"none can add a cubit to his stature." [366] His desire is to make Christ ...
/.../tertullian/the shows or de spectaculis/chapter xxiii seeing then mans.htm

A Book of Modern Social Inquiry Has a Shape that is Somewhat ...
... human body. They do not even ask whether an empire is growing taller in
its youth, or only growing fatter in its old age. But of ...
/.../chesterton/whats wrong with the world/chapter 1 a book of.htm

Egypt.
... The head of one, which you may see in the British Museum, is far taller than the
tallest man, and yet the face is really handsome, and there are multitudes more ...
//christianbookshelf.org/yonge/the chosen people/lesson iii egypt.htm

The Fan-Bearer's Quest
... "How is he favored?" he asked at last. "He is tall, half a palm taller than his
fellows; comely of countenance; young; in manner, amiable and courteous".". ...
//christianbookshelf.org/miller/the yoke/chapter xxii the fan-bearers quest.htm

Taller (7 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Taller (7 Occurrences). Matthew 6:27 And which of you
by taking thought is able to make himself a cubit taller? (BBE). ...
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Able (730 Occurrences)
... You may not be servants of God and of wealth. (BBE YLT). Matthew 6:27 And which
of you by taking thought is able to make himself a cubit taller? (BBE YLT). ...
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Tall (41 Occurrences)

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Good-looking (7 Occurrences)
... 1 Samuel 9:2 He had a son named Saul, a specially good-looking young man; there
was no one better-looking among the children of Israel: he was taller by a head ...
/g/good-looking.htm - 8k

Walls (152 Occurrences)
... our brethren have discouraged our heart, saying, The people is greater and taller
than we; the cities are great and walled up to heaven; and moreover we have ...
/w/walls.htm - 38k

Walled (63 Occurrences)
... our brethren have discouraged our heart, saying, The people is greater and taller
than we; the cities are great and walled up to heaven; and moreover we have ...
/w/walled.htm - 25k

Fenced (61 Occurrences)
... our brethren have melted our heart, saying, A people greater and taller than we,
cities great and fenced to heaven, and also sons of Anakim -- we have seen ...
/f/fenced.htm - 27k

Tallest (2 Occurrences)

/t/tallest.htm - 7k

Discouraged (19 Occurrences)
... our brethren have discouraged our heart, saying, The people is greater and taller
than we; the cities are great and walled up to heaven; and moreover we have ...
/d/discouraged.htm - 12k

Melted (33 Occurrences)
... our brethren have melted our heart, saying, A people greater and taller than we,
cities great and fenced to heaven, and also sons of Anakim -- we have seen ...
/m/melted.htm - 16k

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