Topical Encyclopedia The concept of being "veiled" in the Bible carries significant theological and cultural implications, often symbolizing modesty, mystery, or separation. The term appears in various contexts throughout Scripture, each providing insight into its spiritual and social meanings.Old Testament Context In the Old Testament, veiling is often associated with modesty and the cultural practices of the time. One of the earliest mentions is found in Genesis 24:65, where Rebekah covers herself with a veil upon meeting Isaac: "For she had said to the servant, 'Who is that man in the field coming to meet us?' 'It is my master,' the servant answered. So she took her veil and covered herself." This act of veiling signifies respect and modesty in the presence of her future husband. Veiling also appears in the context of religious and ceremonial practices. In Exodus 34:33-35, Moses veils his face after speaking with God: "When Moses finished speaking to them, he put a veil over his face. But whenever Moses went in before the LORD to speak with Him, he would remove the veil until he came out. And when he came out and told the Israelites what he had been commanded, they would see that his face was radiant. Then Moses would put the veil back over his face until he went in to speak with the LORD." Here, the veil serves as a barrier between the divine glory reflected on Moses' face and the people, symbolizing the separation between God’s holiness and human sinfulness. New Testament Context In the New Testament, the veil takes on a more symbolic meaning, particularly in the writings of the Apostle Paul. In 2 Corinthians 3:13-16, Paul refers to the veil in the context of understanding the Old Covenant: "We are not like Moses, who would put a veil over his face to keep the Israelites from gazing at the end of what was fading away. But their minds were closed. For to this day the same veil remains at the reading of the old covenant. It has not been lifted, because only in Christ can it be removed. And even to this day when Moses is read, a veil covers their hearts. But whenever anyone turns to the Lord, the veil is taken away." Here, the veil represents spiritual blindness and the inability to perceive the full revelation of God, which is only removed through Christ. The veil is also mentioned in the context of the crucifixion of Jesus. In Matthew 27:51, the tearing of the temple veil at the moment of Jesus' death signifies the removal of the barrier between God and humanity: "At that moment the veil of the temple was torn in two from top to bottom. The earth quaked and the rocks were split." This event symbolizes the new access to God made possible through the atoning sacrifice of Christ. Cultural and Theological Implications Veiling in biblical times was a common practice among women, often signifying modesty and social status. In 1 Corinthians 11:4-7, Paul discusses the practice of head coverings in worship, which has been interpreted as a cultural expression of honor and propriety: "Every man who prays or prophesies with his head covered dishonors his head. And every woman who prays or prophesies with her head uncovered dishonors her head—it is the same as having her head shaved. For if a woman does not cover her head, she might as well have her hair cut off. But if it is a disgrace for a woman to have her hair cut or shaved off, she should cover her head." Theologically, the veil serves as a powerful metaphor for the separation between humanity and God due to sin, as well as the revelation and access to God made possible through Jesus Christ. The removal of the veil signifies the unveiling of truth and the intimate relationship believers can now enjoy with God through faith in Christ. Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary 1. (imp. & p. p.) of Veil.2. (a.) Covered by, or as by, a veil; hidden. Greek 2572. kalupto -- to cover ... Word Origin akin to kalube (hut, cabin) Definition to cover NASB Word Usage being covered (1), concealed (1), cover (2), covers (2), veiled (2). cover, hide. ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/2572.htm - 7k 602. apokalupsis -- an uncovering 177. akatakaluptos -- uncovered 3565. numphe -- a bride, a young woman 601. apokalupto -- to uncover, reveal Strong's Hebrew 5959. almah -- a young woman, a virgin... damsel, maid, virgin. Feminine of elem; a lass (as veiled or private) -- damsel, maid, virgin. see HEBREW elem. 5958, 5959. almah. 5960 . Strong's Numbers. /hebrew/5959.htm - 6k Library Truth Veiled with Love. Of the Reasons Assigned by the Apostle for Bidding Women to be ... The Various Emblems under which the Poets Veiled the Turpitude of ... Answer to the Foregoing Arguments. The Rule of Veiling not Applicable to Children. If, for These and Other Such Rules, You Insist Upon Having ... 2 Cor. Iv. 1, 2 The Revelation of Sons The Levites Ought to be Utterly Free from all Earthly Desires. ... Concerning Things Performed in the Muron, and Concerning Things ... Thesaurus Veiled (23 Occurrences)...Veiled (23 Occurrences). Matthew 10:26 Fear them not, however; there is nothing veiled which will not be uncovered, nor secret which will not become known. ... /v/veiled.htm - 12k Clearly (67 Occurrences) Veileth (2 Occurrences) Meaning (41 Occurrences) Longer (373 Occurrences) Perish (186 Occurrences) Veil (67 Occurrences) Destruction (734 Occurrences) Job (60 Occurrences) Resources If Jesus is God, why did He not know when He would return? | GotQuestions.orgWhat is kenoticism / kenotic theology? | GotQuestions.org What is the Shekinah glory? | GotQuestions.org Veiled: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Veiled (23 Occurrences)Matthew 10:26 Luke 9:45 John 16:25 John 16:29 1 Corinthians 11:6 1 Corinthians 11:7 2 Corinthians 4:3 Deuteronomy 32:20 Job 3:10 Job 3:23 Job 13:24 Job 26:9 Psalms 102:2 Psalms 104:29 Song of Songs 1:7 Isaiah 8:17 Isaiah 24:23 Isaiah 54:8 Isaiah 59:2 Isaiah 60:2 Isaiah 64:6 Micah 3:4 Habakkuk 3:4 Subtopics Related Terms |
    |