Topical Encyclopedia In the agrarian societies of biblical times, grass was a vital resource, serving as the primary sustenance for cattle and other livestock. The failure of grass, often due to drought or other natural calamities, had severe repercussions not only for the animals but also for the people who depended on them for their livelihood. The Bible provides vivid descriptions of the sufferings endured by cattle when grass fails, highlighting the interconnectedness of creation and the dependence of humanity on God's provision.The prophet Joel vividly describes the desolation caused by a locust plague, which includes the suffering of cattle due to the lack of grass. In Joel 1:18-20 , it is written: "How the cattle moan! The herds wander in confusion because they have no pasture; even the flocks of sheep suffer. To You, O LORD, I call, for fire has consumed the open pastures, and flames have devoured all the trees of the field. Even the beasts of the field pant for You because the streams of water have dried up and fire has consumed the open pastures." This passage underscores the desperation and confusion experienced by the cattle as they search for sustenance. The imagery of moaning cattle and wandering herds paints a picture of distress and highlights the dependency of all living creatures on the provision of God. The suffering of the animals is a reflection of the broader ecological and societal impact of such calamities. In Jeremiah 14:5-6 , the prophet further illustrates the dire consequences of drought: "Even the doe in the field deserts her newborn fawn because there is no grass. Wild donkeys stand on barren heights; they pant for air like jackals; their eyes fail for lack of pasture." Here, the natural order is disrupted as animals abandon their young and struggle to survive. The absence of grass leads to a breakdown in the nurturing instincts of the doe, symbolizing the severity of the situation. The failure of grass and the resultant suffering of cattle serve as a poignant reminder of the fragility of life and the dependence of all creation on God's sustaining hand. In these biblical accounts, the plight of the animals is not merely a backdrop but a central element that calls the people to repentance and reliance on divine mercy. The suffering of cattle due to the lack of grass is a tangible manifestation of the broader spiritual and physical desolation that can occur when humanity turns away from God. These scriptural depictions also serve as a call to stewardship, urging believers to care for the land and the creatures entrusted to them. The Bible consistently emphasizes the responsibility of humanity to tend to creation, recognizing that the well-being of animals is intertwined with human obedience to God's commands. The sufferings of cattle from the failure of grass thus become a powerful illustration of the need for faithful stewardship and reliance on God's provision. Torrey's Topical Textbook Jeremiah 14:5,6Yes, the hind also calved in the field, and forsook it, because there was no grass. Torrey's Topical Textbook Library Doctrinal and Moral Treatises. Index of Subjects. The Epistle of St. James From the Close of the General Conference of 1820 to the Beginning ... The Temples and the Gods of Chaldaea The Medes and the Second Chaldaean Empire part i Resources What are the greatest promises in the Bible? | GotQuestions.orgHow should Christians view religious liberty? | GotQuestions.org Do the news reports of rivers turning blood red have anything to do with the end times? | GotQuestions.org Grass: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Grass of Prosperity of the Wicked Grass of Shortness and Uncertainty of Life Grass: (On Tops of Houses) the Wicked Grass: (Refreshed by Dew and Showers) the Saints Refreshed By Grass: Called: Grass of the Earth Grass: Called: Grass of the Field Grass: Created on the Third Creative Day Grass: Destroyed by Hail and Lightning Grass: Failure of, a Great Calamity Grass: God: Adorns and Clothes Grass: God: Originally Created Grass: Often Grew on the Tops of Houses Grass: Ovens often Heated With Grass: Refreshed by Rain and Dew Grass: Springs out of the Earth Grass: Sufferings of Cattle from Failure of, Described Grass: when Young, Soft and Tender Related Terms |
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