The term "well-fed" in the biblical context often carries both literal and metaphorical meanings, reflecting physical nourishment and spiritual satisfaction. Throughout Scripture, being well-fed is associated with God's provision, abundance, and sometimes, moral and spiritual implications.

Physical Nourishment and Provision

In the Bible, being well-fed is frequently linked to God's provision for His people. In the Old Testament, the Israelites experienced God's miraculous provision in the wilderness, where He provided manna and quail to sustain them (Exodus 16). This divine sustenance ensured that the Israelites were well-fed during their journey to the Promised Land. The concept of being well-fed is also evident in the blessings promised to those who obey God's commandments. In Deuteronomy 8:10, the Israelites are reminded, "When you have eaten and are satisfied, you shall bless the LORD your God for the good land He has given you."

The abundance of food is often seen as a sign of God's favor and blessing. In Psalm 23:5, David declares, "You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows." Here, the imagery of a well-prepared table signifies God's abundant provision and care.

Spiritual Satisfaction

Beyond physical nourishment, the concept of being well-fed extends to spiritual fulfillment. Jesus, in His teachings, often used food as a metaphor for spiritual truths. In John 6:35, Jesus declares, "I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to Me will never hunger, and whoever believes in Me will never thirst." This statement emphasizes that true satisfaction and nourishment come from a relationship with Christ, who provides for the deepest needs of the human soul.

The Beatitudes also reflect this spiritual dimension. In Matthew 5:6, Jesus states, "Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be filled." Here, the well-fed are those who earnestly seek righteousness and are satisfied by God's provision of spiritual nourishment.

Moral and Spiritual Implications

While being well-fed is often a sign of blessing, Scripture also warns against the dangers of complacency and self-indulgence that can accompany abundance. In the parable of the rich fool (Luke 12:16-21), Jesus warns against storing up earthly wealth without being "rich toward God." The rich man's focus on his well-fed state led to spiritual neglect and ultimately, divine judgment.

Similarly, in Amos 6:1-7, the prophet condemns the complacency of those who are "at ease in Zion" and "feel secure on the mountain of Samaria," highlighting the moral decay that can accompany material abundance. The well-fed in this context are criticized for their indifference to the plight of the poor and their neglect of justice and righteousness.

Conclusion

In summary, the concept of being well-fed in the Bible encompasses both God's physical provision and the deeper spiritual nourishment found in a relationship with Him. While abundance is a sign of God's blessing, it also carries the responsibility to remain vigilant against complacency and to seek righteousness and justice.4618b. siteutos -- well-fed, ie fattened
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1705a. empiplemi -- to fill up, by impl. to satisfy
... Word Origin from en and pimplemi Definition to fill up, by impl. to satisfy NASB
Word Usage enjoyed (1), filled (2), satisfying (1), well-fed (1). ...
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2109. zun -- to feed
... to feed. Transliteration: zun Phonetic Spelling: (zoon) Short Definition: well-fed.
Word Origin a prim. root Definition to feed NASB Word Usage well-fed (1). ...
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2126. Zina -- a Levite
... Zina. From zuwn; well-fed; or perhaps an orthographical error for Ziyza'; Zina,
an Israelite -- Zina. see HEBREW zuwn. see HEBREW Ziyza'. 2125, 2126. ...
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A Prisoner who Became a Mighty Ruler
... Two years later Pharaoh had a dream: as he stood by the river Nile, he saw coming
up from the water seven cows, well fed and fat, for they had been feeding in ...
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God Still Sifting.
... Then under Gideon's leadership they were well fed, and organized; they proved
individually faithful in the thick of the fight, and they pushed persistently on ...
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Questions and Answers--Sorrowful Cases--Testimonies from those who ...
... Canadians' appreciation of the children. They were well occupied, well fed, and
as happy as they could be. He had entered into conversation ...
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Parental Control.
... to themselves. It is not enough that your child be well fed and clothed;
its young mind must be guided into proper channels. What ...
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August 21. "The Battle is not Yours" (ii. Chron. xx. 15).
... If our body belongs to Him, it is His interest to keep us well, just as much as
it is for the interest of the shepherd to have his sheep well fed and well ...
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Struggling and Seeking
... It is the graminivorous order that meekly and peacefully crop the pastures that
are well fed and in good condition"'which things are an allegory.'. ...
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"Then the Fire of the Lord Fell. " 1 Kings xviii. 38
... He had the king and queen against him; hundreds of well-fed priests opposed him;
the whole nation had turned its back on God, and were opposed to this single ...
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The Peace of God
... if the man will really think of himself, of that which is inside him, of his own
character, his own honour, his own duty"then he will say, Well fed or ill fed ...
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Emancipation --Black and White.
... The doctrine of equal natural rights may be an illogical delusion; emancipation
may convert the slave from a well fed animal into a pauperised man; mankind may ...
/.../huxley/lay sermons addresses and reviews/ii emancipationblack and white.htm

The Blessing of Mercy,
... amongst us. The poor cry to the rich, the starving to the well fed, the
sorrowful to the prosperous, the weak to the strong. All ...
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Well-fed (2 Occurrences)
Well-fed. Well-favoured, Well-fed. Well-fenced . Multi-Version
Concordance Well-fed (2 Occurrences). Luke 6:25 Woe to ...
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Neighing (3 Occurrences)
... Neighing (3 Occurrences). Jeremiah 5:8 They are become as well-fed horses, lusty
stallions; every one neigheth after his neighbour's wife. (See NAS RSV NIV). ...
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Well-favoured (4 Occurrences)
Well-favoured. Wellfavoured, Well-favoured. Well-fed . Multi-Version Concordance ...
(See JPS DBY). Wellfavoured, Well-favoured. Well-fed . Reference Bible
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Well-fenced (1 Occurrence)
Well-fenced. Well-fed, Well-fenced. Well-fortified . Multi-Version Concordance ...
(DBY). Well-fed, Well-fenced. Well-fortified . Reference Bible.
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Fed (62 Occurrences)
... James 2:16 and one of you says to them, "I wish you well; keep yourselves warm and
wellfed," and yet you do not give them what they need; what is the use of ...
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Wish (141 Occurrences)
... James 2:16 and one of you says to them, "I wish you well; keep yourselves warm and
wellfed," and yet you do not give them what they need; what is the use of ...
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