Topical Encyclopedia In biblical terms, a "token" is often understood as a sign, symbol, or evidence of a covenant, promise, or divine intervention. The concept of a token is prevalent throughout the Scriptures, serving as a tangible reminder of God's presence, promises, and faithfulness to His people.Old Testament Usage 1. Covenant with Noah: One of the most significant uses of the term "token" in the Old Testament is found in the account of Noah. After the flood, God established a covenant with Noah and his descendants, promising never to destroy the earth with a flood again. The rainbow was given as a "token" of this covenant. Genesis 9:12-13 states, "And God said, 'This is the sign of the covenant I am making between Me and you and every living creature with you, a covenant for all generations to come: I have set My rainbow in the clouds, and it will be a sign of the covenant between Me and the earth.'" 2. Circumcision as a Token: In Genesis 17, God established circumcision as a token of the covenant between Him and Abraham. Genesis 17:11 says, "You are to undergo circumcision, and it will be the sign of the covenant between Me and you." This physical act served as a perpetual reminder of the special relationship between God and Abraham's descendants. 3. Miraculous Signs: Tokens also appear as miraculous signs given by God to confirm His word or presence. For instance, in Exodus 3:12 , God tells Moses, "I will surely be with you, and this will be the sign to you that I have sent you: When you have brought the people out of Egypt, you will worship God on this mountain." New Testament Usage 1. Miracles and Wonders: In the New Testament, tokens often refer to miracles and wonders performed by Jesus and the apostles as evidence of divine authority and the truth of the Gospel. Acts 2:22 speaks of Jesus as "a man attested to you by God with miracles, wonders, and signs, which God did among you through Him, as you yourselves know." 2. The Holy Spirit: The Holy Spirit is described as a token or guarantee of the believer's inheritance in Christ. Ephesians 1:13-14 states, "And in Him, having heard and believed the word of truth—the gospel of your salvation—you were sealed with the promised Holy Spirit, who is the pledge of our inheritance until the redemption of those who are God’s possession, to the praise of His glory." 3. The Lord's Supper: The elements of the Lord's Supper, the bread and the cup, serve as tokens of the New Covenant established through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. In 1 Corinthians 11:25 , Paul recounts Jesus' words: "In the same way, after supper He took the cup, saying, 'This cup is the new covenant in My blood; do this, as often as you drink it, in remembrance of Me.'" Theological Significance Tokens in the Bible serve as physical or visible reminders of spiritual truths and divine promises. They are meant to strengthen faith, provide assurance, and remind believers of God's ongoing relationship with His people. Whether through covenants, miraculous signs, or sacraments, tokens underscore the reality of God's interaction with humanity and His commitment to His promises. Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary 1. (n.) Something intended or supposed to represent or indicate another thing or an event; a sign; a symbol; as, the rainbow is a token of God's covenant established with Noah.2. (n.) A memorial of friendship; something by which the friendship of another person is to be kept in mind; a memento; a souvenir. 3. (n.) Something given or shown as a symbol or guarantee of authority or right; a sign of authenticity, of power, good faith, etc. 4. (n.) A piece of metal intended for currency, and issued by a private party, usually bearing the name of the issuer, and redeemable in lawful money. Also, a coin issued by government, esp. when its use as lawful money is limited and its intrinsic value is much below its nominal value. 5. (n.) A livid spot upon the body, indicating, or supposed to indicate, the approach of death. 6. (n.) Ten and a half quires, or, commonly, 250 sheets, of paper printed on both sides; also, in some cases, the same number of sheets printed on one side, or half the number printed on both sides. 7. (n.) A piece of metal given beforehand to each person in the congregation who is permitted to partake of the Lord's Supper. 8. (n.) A bit of leather having a peculiar mark designating a particular miner. Each hewer sends one of these with each corn or tub he has hewn. International Standard Bible Encyclopedia TOKENto'-k'-n ('oth, usually rendered "sign" (on Deuteronomy 22:14; see the comms.)): "Sign" and "token" are virtually synonymous words and in the King James Version are used with little or no distinction (in Exodus 13, compare 13:9 and 16). If there is any difference, "token" is perhaps more concrete and palpable than "sign," but this difference cannot be stressed. The modern use of "token," however, as a "memorial of something past" found in Numbers 17:10 Joshua 2:12. the Revised Version (British and American) has substituted sign in Exodus 13:16 Psalm 135:9 Isaiah 44:25, and the American Standard Revised Version has "evidence" in Job 21:29 (a needlessly prosaic change). The four New Testament examples, Mark 14:44 Philippians 1:28 2 Thessalonians 1:5; 2 Thessalonians 3:17 (each for a different Greek word) are self-explanatory. Greek 1730. endeigma -- an indication, a proof ... an indication, a proof. Part of Speech: Noun, Neuter Transliteration: endeigma Phonetic Spelling: (en'-dighe-mah) Short Definition: a plain token, sign, proof ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/1730.htm - 6k 4592. semeion -- a sign 1732. endeixis -- a pointing out or indication, a proof 2428. hiketeria -- supplication 5039. tekmerion -- a sure sign 4953. sussemon -- a fixed sign 1175. deisidaimonia -- a religion, superstition 1463. egkomboomai -- to put on oneself (as a garment) 1849. exousia -- power to act, authority Strong's Hebrew 8507. Token -- "measurement," a city in Simeon... 8506, 8507. Token. 8508 . "measurement," a city in Simeon. Transliteration: Token Phonetic Spelling: (to'-ken) Short Definition: Tochen. ... /hebrew/8507.htm - 6k 8506. token -- a measurement 6161. arubbah -- a thing exchanged, pledge, token 4159. mopheth -- a wonder, sign, portent 1730. dod -- beloved, love, uncle 226. oth -- a sign 5251. nes -- a standard, ensign, signal, sign 5606. saphaq -- to slap, clap 8508. toknith -- measurement, proportion Library In Heaven "The Token of Sin is Turned to Worship. " -- The Cross a Token. October 24. In Token that Thou Shalt not Fear And Let this Also be a Token for You... Our Forefathers have Handed Down to us the Tradition, That, after ... The Measure of the Cross The Sign for Man and the Remembrancer for God A New Forest Ballad The Right of Entry On the Effects of the Sin of Our First Parents Thesaurus Token (24 Occurrences)... 1. (n.) Something intended or supposed to represent or indicate another thing or an event; a sign; a symbol; as, the rainbow is a token of God's covenant ...TOKEN. ... /t/token.htm - 16k Earnest (33 Occurrences) Bow (248 Occurrences) Sign (181 Occurrences) Omen (6 Occurrences) Impending (2 Occurrences) Fearlessness (1 Occurrence) Antagonists (1 Occurrence) Quail (5 Occurrences) Mark (182 Occurrences) Resources Are there parallels between Jewish wedding traditions and our relationship to Christ? | GotQuestions.orgWhat are the seven baptisms mentioned in the Bible, and what do they mean? | GotQuestions.org What is the meaning of the rainbow? | GotQuestions.org Token: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Token (24 Occurrences)Mark 14:44 Luke 2:12 Luke 2:34 Luke 11:30 Luke 21:7 1 Corinthians 11:10 Philippians 1:28 2 Thessalonians 1:5 2 Thessalonians 1:6 2 Thessalonians 3:17 Genesis 4:15 Genesis 9:12 Genesis 9:13 Genesis 9:17 Genesis 17:11 Exodus 3:12 Exodus 12:13 Exodus 13:16 Numbers 17:10 Joshua 2:12 1 Samuel 17:18 1 Chronicles 4:32 Psalms 86:17 Isaiah 20:3 Subtopics Token: Blood of the Paschal Lamb Token: Circumcision, of the Covenant of Abraham Token: Consecration of the Firstborn Token: Miracles of Moses, of the Divine Authority of his Missions Token: Prayer for Tokens of Mercy Token: Rainbow, That the Earth Would Never be Destroyed by a Flood Token: Sun and Moon for Time and Seasons Related Terms |
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