A turret, in biblical and historical contexts, refers to a small tower that is part of a larger structure, often a fortress or castle. Turrets were typically used for defensive purposes, providing a high vantage point for lookouts and archers. In ancient times, these structures were integral to the fortifications of cities and strongholds, offering protection and strategic advantage against invaders.

Biblical References:

While the term "turret" itself is not directly mentioned in the Berean Standard Bible, the concept is closely related to the descriptions of fortified cities and defensive structures found throughout Scripture. The Bible frequently references towers and fortifications, which would have included turrets as part of their design.

For example, in the book of Nehemiah, the rebuilding of Jerusalem's walls includes the construction of various towers, which would have likely featured turrets. Nehemiah 3:1-32 details the repair work on the walls and towers, emphasizing the importance of these structures for the city's defense.

In Isaiah 2:15, the prophet speaks against the pride of fortified cities, mentioning "every high tower and every fortified wall." This passage highlights the reliance on human-made defenses, such as turrets, which were seen as symbols of strength and security.

Historical and Cultural Context:

In ancient Near Eastern architecture, turrets were common features of city walls and fortresses. They were strategically placed to provide a wide field of view for surveillance and to house defensive weaponry. The presence of turrets in a city’s fortifications was a testament to its military strength and preparedness.

The Israelites, like many ancient peoples, constructed fortified cities with walls and towers to protect against enemy attacks. These fortifications were crucial during times of war and conflict, as seen in the numerous battles recorded in the Old Testament.

Symbolic Significance:

In a spiritual sense, turrets and towers can symbolize the protection and refuge found in God. The Psalms frequently use imagery of God as a fortress or strong tower, offering safety and security to His people. Psalm 18:2 declares, "The LORD is my rock, my fortress, and my deliverer. My God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold."

This metaphorical use of fortress imagery underscores the belief in God's ultimate power and protection, surpassing any human-made defenses. The reliance on God as a spiritual stronghold is a recurring theme throughout Scripture, encouraging believers to trust in divine rather than earthly security.

Conclusion:

While the specific term "turret" may not appear in the biblical text, the concept is deeply embedded in the descriptions of ancient fortifications and the symbolic language of Scripture. Turrets, as part of the defensive architecture, serve as a reminder of the historical realities of biblical times and the enduring spiritual truths about God's protection and strength.1. (n.) A little tower, frequently a merely ornamental structure at one of the angles of a larger structure.

2. (n.) A movable building, of a square form, consisting of ten or even twenty stories and sometimes one hundred and twenty cubits high, usually moved on wheels, and employed in approaching a fortified place, for carrying soldiers, engines, ladders, casting bridges, and other necessaries.

3. (n.) A revolving tower constructed of thick iron plates, within which cannon are mounted. Turrets are used on vessels of war and on land.

4. (n.) The elevated central portion of the roof of a passenger car. Its sides are pierced for light and ventilation.

Concerning the Famine that Happened in Judea and Syria; and How ...
... the stillest of the winds of all in this place: and the basis of the whole circuit
on the left hand, as you enter the port, supported a round turret, which was ...
/.../josephus/the antiquities of the jews/chapter 9 concerning the famine.htm

The Flag of the World
... It is the fortress of our family, with the flag flying on the turret,
and the more miserable it is the less we should leave it. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/chesterton/orthodoxy/v the flag of the.htm

The Adventures of Saint George of England.
... The sweet Princess looked out of a turret window, and waved her coal-black hand,
while tears coursed each other down her sable cheeks as she saw the Knight ...
/.../kingston/the seven champions of christendom/chapter three the adventures of.htm

Pastoral and Personal
... This was done to divert the odium of the starting of the fire from himself, for
he had sung and danced the "Mime of the Burning of Troy" from a turret of his ...
/.../sell/bible studies in the life of paul/study x pastoral and personal.htm

A Glance at the Disciples of Jesus on Holy Saturday.
... immediately; but before they reached the tribunal of Caiphas, some armed men stopped
Joseph of Arimathea, arrested, and shut him up in an old deserted turret. ...
/.../the dolorous passion of our lord jesus christ/chapter lviii a glance at.htm

Our Last ChapterConcluded with the Words, "For Childhood and Youth ...
... Time's finger touches, too, those watchers from the turret-windows (the eyes): shade
after shade falls over them; till, like slain sentinels that drop at their ...
/.../jennings/old groans and new songs/chapter xii our last chapter.htm

On Mr. Rudyard Kipling and Making the World Small
... but even (religious touch!) by themselves. That red turret is one of the
last of the temples. Posting a letter and getting married ...
//christianbookshelf.org/chesterton/heretics/iii on mr rudyard kipling.htm

The New Commandment
... happily for my Sisters, ever since I placed myself in the Arms of Jesus I have been
like a watchman on the look-out for the enemy from the highest turret of a ...
/.../martin/the story of a soul/chapter x the new commandment.htm

the New Commandment
... happily for my Sisters, ever since I placed myself in the Arms of Jesus I have been
like a watchman on the look-out for the enemy from the highest turret of a ...
//christianbookshelf.org/therese/story of a soul/chapter x - the new.htm

A Song of Deliverance
... It is like some of those turret ships of ours, if they venture out from the coast
and get into a storm, their very strength is their destruction, their armour ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture j/a song of deliverance.htm

Turret (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Turret (1 Occurrence). Song of Songs 8:9 If she
is a wall, we will build on her a turret of silver. if ...
/t/turret.htm - 7k

Lower (72 Occurrences)
... to lower a flag. 3. (v.) To reduce the height of; as, to lower a fence
or wall; to lower a chimney or turret. 4. (v.) To depress ...
/l/lower.htm - 30k

Turquoise (5 Occurrences)

/t/turquoise.htm - 8k

Turrets (3 Occurrences)

/t/turrets.htm - 7k

Enclose (2 Occurrences)
... (Root in WEB RSV). Song of Songs 8:9 If she is a wall, we will build on her a turret
of silver. if she is a door, we will enclose her with boards of cedar. ...
/e/enclose.htm - 7k

Monitor (1 Occurrence)
... 5. (n.) A tool holder, as for a lathe, shaped like a low turret, and capable of
being revolved on a vertical pivot so as to bring successively the several ...
/m/monitor.htm - 7k

Pommel (1 Occurrence)
... 3. (n.) The knob or protuberant part of a saddlebow. 4. (n.) The top (of the head).
5. (n.) A knob forming the finial of a turret or pavilion. ...
/p/pommel.htm - 7k

Boards (50 Occurrences)
... (BBE). Song of Songs 8:9 If she is a wall, we will build on her a turret of silver.
if she is a door, we will enclose her with boards of cedar. ...
/b/boards.htm - 21k

Cedar (61 Occurrences)
... Our rafters are firs. (Root in WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). Song
of Songs 8:9 If she is a wall, we will build on her a turret of silver. ...
/c/cedar.htm - 37k

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