Topical Encyclopedia The concept of "The Sword of the Wicked" is a recurring theme in the Bible, symbolizing the destructive power and violent intentions of those who oppose God's righteousness. This imagery is often used to depict the instruments of evil and the consequences of living in opposition to God's will.Biblical References: 1. Psalm 37:14-15 : "The wicked draw the sword and bend the bow to bring down the poor and needy, to slay those whose ways are upright. But their swords will pierce their own hearts, and their bows will be broken." This passage highlights the futility of the wicked's efforts against the righteous. The imagery of the sword here represents the malicious intent and actions of the wicked, which ultimately lead to their own downfall. 2. Psalm 17:13 : "Rise up, O LORD, confront them! Bring them to their knees; deliver me from the wicked by Your sword." Here, the psalmist calls upon God to intervene against the wicked, using His divine power to protect the righteous. The "sword" of the Lord is contrasted with the sword of the wicked, emphasizing divine justice and protection. 3. Proverbs 12:18 : "There is one who speaks like the piercings of a sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing." This verse metaphorically associates the sword with harmful speech, illustrating how the words of the wicked can be as damaging as physical violence. In contrast, the wise use their words to heal and build up. 4. Isaiah 34:5-6 : "For My sword has drunk its fill in the heavens; behold, it will descend in judgment upon Edom, upon the people I have devoted to destruction. The sword of the LORD is bathed in blood; it is covered with fat, with the blood of lambs and goats, with the fat of the kidneys of rams. For the LORD has a sacrifice in Bozrah, a great slaughter in the land of Edom." This passage depicts God's sword as an instrument of judgment against the wicked nations, demonstrating His sovereignty and justice. 5. Ezekiel 21:9-11 : "Son of man, prophesy and say, ‘This is what the Lord says: A sword, a sword, sharpened and polished—sharpened for the slaughter, polished to flash like lightning! Should we rejoice in the scepter of My son? The sword despises every tree. The sword is appointed to be polished, to be grasped in the hand; it is sharpened and polished, to be placed into the hand of the slayer.'" In this prophetic vision, the sword represents impending judgment and destruction, a tool in the hands of those who execute God's decrees against the wicked. Theological Significance: The "Sword of the Wicked" serves as a powerful symbol of the consequences of sin and rebellion against God. It underscores the biblical principle that evil ultimately leads to self-destruction. The imagery of the sword is used to convey the seriousness of wickedness and the certainty of divine justice. Throughout Scripture, the sword is both a literal and metaphorical representation of conflict, judgment, and the power dynamics between good and evil. In the broader biblical narrative, the sword also serves as a reminder of the spiritual battle between the forces of darkness and the kingdom of God. Believers are called to stand firm in righteousness, trusting in God's protection and justice, as exemplified by the ultimate triumph of Christ over sin and death. Torrey's Topical Textbook Psalm 17:13Arise, O LORD, disappoint him, cast him down: deliver my soul from the wicked, which is your sword: Torrey's Topical Textbook Library The General Service to Two or Many Monk Martyrs. Ezekiel's Discourse Exposition of St. Paul's Words. --1 Tim. vi. 20. A Battle Without a Sword The Distinction to be Made Between the Righteous and the Wicked ... If You Wish Me to Keep Silence, Cease from Accusing Me. Lay Down ... True Christianity Defended Now There was one Whose Name was Ananias a Wicked Man He Was... The Wicked Heart Set to do Evil. On the Character and Teaching of the Bishop. Resources What are the weapons of righteousness in 2 Corinthians 6:7? | GotQuestions.orgWhat are watchmen in the Bible? | GotQuestions.org Why did God have the cherubim guard just the east side of Eden (Genesis 3:24)? | GotQuestions.org Sword: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Sword: David's Army Equipped With Sword: To be Beaten Into Plowshares The Sword in Time of Peace Made Into Plough Shares The Sword in Time of War, Plough Shares Made Into The Sword of Deep Mental Affliction The Sword of Judicial Authority The Sword of Persecuting Spirit of the Wicked The Sword of Severe and Heavy Calamities The Sword of the End of the Wicked The Sword of the Justice of God The Sword of the Protection of God The Sword of the Tongue of the Wicked The Sword of the Word of Christ The Sword of War and Contention The Sword was Brandished Over the Head The Sword was One of God's Four Sore Judgments The Sword was Thrust Through Enemies The Sword was Used by Heathen Nations The Sword was Used by the Jews The Sword was Used by the Patriarchs The Sword was Used for Destruction of Enemies The Sword was Used for Punishing Criminals The Sword was Used for Self-Defence The Sword was Used: Sometimes for Self-Destruction The Sword: (Drawing of) of War and Destruction The Sword: (Living By) of Rapine The Sword: (Not Departing from One's House) of Perpetual Calamity The Sword: (Putting, Into Its Sheath) Peace and Friendship The Sword: Carried in a Sheath or Scabbard The Sword: Frequently had Two Edges The Sword: Hebrews Early Acquainted With Making of The Sword: Often Sent As a Punishment The Sword: Often Threatened As a Punishment The Sword: Sharpened and Furbished Before Going to War The Sword: Suspended from the Girdle The Sword: Those Slain By, Communicated Ceremonial Uncleanness Related Terms The-not-beloved (1 Occurrence) Kir'iath-je'arim (18 Occurrences) Kirjathjearim (17 Occurrences) Vine-dressers (18 Occurrences) Kirjath-jearim (17 Occurrences) Kibroth-hattaavah (5 Occurrences) |
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