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In biblical literature, the concept of "grip" can be understood both literally and metaphorically, often symbolizing strength, control, or influence. The term itself may not frequently appear in English translations of the Bible, but the underlying ideas are prevalent throughout the Scriptures.
Literal GripThe literal sense of grip is seen in various passages where physical strength or the act of holding onto something is described. For instance, in
2 Samuel 23:10, one of David's mighty men, Eleazar, is described as having his hand "frozen to the sword" during battle, illustrating a tenacious grip that signifies determination and endurance. This imagery highlights the importance of steadfastness and the ability to hold firm in the face of adversity.
Metaphorical GripMetaphorically, grip can represent the influence or control one has over a situation or another person. In
Proverbs 3:18, wisdom is described as "a tree of life to those who take hold of her," suggesting that a firm grip on wisdom leads to life and blessing. This metaphorical use underscores the value of wisdom and understanding as foundational to a righteous life.
Divine GripThe Bible also speaks of God's grip on His people, emphasizing His sovereignty and protective care. In
Isaiah 41:13, the Lord reassures His people, saying, "For I am the LORD your God who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, 'Do not fear; I will help you.'" This passage reflects the comforting truth that God's grip is both strong and gentle, providing security and guidance to those who trust in Him.
Human Grip on FaithBelievers are encouraged to maintain a firm grip on their faith and the promises of God.
Hebrews 10:23 exhorts Christians to "hold resolutely to the hope we profess, for He who promised is faithful." This call to perseverance is a reminder of the importance of clinging to one's faith amidst trials and uncertainties.
Grip in Spiritual WarfareIn the context of spiritual warfare, the concept of grip can be related to the believer's need to hold fast to the armor of God.
Ephesians 6:13-17 describes the spiritual armor that Christians must "take up" to stand firm against the schemes of the devil. The imagery of gripping the "shield of faith" and the "sword of the Spirit" emphasizes the active role believers must play in their spiritual battles.
ConclusionWhile the term "grip" may not be explicitly used in many biblical passages, the concept is woven throughout Scripture, illustrating themes of strength, perseverance, divine protection, and spiritual vigilance. Understanding these themes can enrich one's comprehension of the biblical narrative and the Christian life.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
1. (
n.) The griffin.
2. (n.) A small ditch or furrow.
3. (v. t.) To trench; to drain.
4. (n.) An energetic or tenacious grasp; a holding fast; strength in grasping.
5. (n.) A peculiar mode of clasping the hand, by which members of a secret association recognize or greet, one another; as, a masonic grip.
6. (v. t.) That by which anything is grasped; a handle or gripe; as, the grip of a sword.
7. (n.) A device for grasping or holding fast to something.
8. (v. t.) To give a grip to; to grasp; to gripe.
Greek
3474. moros -- dull, stupid, foolish ... properly, (insipid), flat ("without an edge"); (figuratively) "mentally inert";
dull in understanding; nonsensical ("moronic"), lacking a
grip on reality
... 3473. morologia -- foolish talking
... an edge," and 3004 , "speaking to a conclusion") -- literally, "foolish (moronic)
words," ie speech flowing out of a , heart (mind) that (grip) on reality. ...
Strong's Hebrew
1692. dabaq -- to cling, cleave, keep close... keep close NASB Word Usage cleaves (4), cling (14), clings (3), closely pursued
(1), closer (1), clung (4), deeply attracted (1), fasten its
grip (1), follow
... 6653. tsebathim -- bundles (of grain)
... handful. From an unused root apparently meaning to grip; a lock of stalks --
handful. 6652, 6653. tsebathim. 6654 . Strong's Numbers.
Library
Our Need of a World to Win.
... We need the impetus and stimulus, the grip and the swing of having a world
to win. ... Every man needs a great purpose to grip his life. ...
For I Will Now Return, after a Sort of Digression, to the Point I ...
... He reports that, after he had renounced the world, and had turned to God, he
nevertheless was held in a tight grip by his love of secular books, and found it ...
How Shall the Soul Make Use of Christ, as the Life, which is under ...
... When the soul cannot grip him, nor look to him, yet he can look to the soul, and
by his love quicken and revive the soul, and warm the heart with love to him ...
"And we Will --"
... He saw the grip these idols had of their votaries, how no expense was spared, no
sacrifice withheld, for the sake of a filthy lie embodied in a stone or golden ...
The October Panic.
... Scholarship comes next to it. The savings of years have the tightest grip on most
human hands. ... And the hard grip of the panic was quickly felt everywhere. ...
'Constrained by the Word'
... What then does 'constrained by the word' refer to? It indicates that Paul's message
had a grip of him, and held him hard, and forced him to deliver it. ...
A Blessed Library Corner.
... And he gripped my hand. I can feel that grip now. And he half-blurted
out, "I'm one of those fellows! And there are a lot of us ...
The Cords of Sin
... we are made. Our evil past holds us in a firm grip. The cords which confine
our limbs are of our own spinning. What but ourselves ...
The Person and Work of the Holy Spirit as Revealed in his Names.
... There is a new power in the singing, a new spirit in the prayer, a new grip in the
preaching, everything about the church is teeming with the life of God. ...
The Commandment, Old yet New
... be, and there are many, which, of course, have only the remotest, if any, bearing
upon life and conduct, every bit of Christian truth has a direct grip upon a ...
Thesaurus
Grip (32 Occurrences)... 5. (n.) A peculiar mode of clasping the hand, by which members of a secret
association recognize or greet, one another; as, a masonic
grip.
...Gripped (11 Occurrences)
... Jeremiah 49:24 Damascus has become feeble, she is turned to flight, fear has taken
her in its grip: pain and sorrows have come on her, as on a woman in birth ...
Grips (4 Occurrences)
... Exodus 15:15 The chiefs of Edom were troubled in heart; the strong men of Moab were
in the grip of fear: all the people of Canaan became like water. (See NAS). ...
Pinch (3 Occurrences)
... bodies. 2. (vt) o seize; to grip; to bite; -- said of animals. 3. (vt)
To plait. ... 7. (vi) To take hold; to grip, as a dog does. 8 ...
Haters (220 Occurrences)
... be the fruit of your body, the flesh of the sons and daughters which the Lord your
God has given you; because of your bitter need and the cruel grip of your ...
Pulling (57 Occurrences)
... Judges 16:3 And Samson was there till the middle of the night; then he got up, and
took a grip on the doors of the town, pulling them up, together with their ...
Cruel (196 Occurrences)
... be the fruit of your body, the flesh of the sons and daughters which the Lord your
God has given you; because of your bitter need and the cruel grip of your ...
Terrified (88 Occurrences)
... (See NIV). Exodus 15:15 The chiefs of Edom were troubled in heart; the strong men
of Moab were in the grip of fear: all the people of Canaan became like water. ...
Bitter (203 Occurrences)
... be the fruit of your body, the flesh of the sons and daughters which the Lord your
God has given you; because of your bitter need and the cruel grip of your ...
Nets (33 Occurrences)
... Psalms 116:3 The nets of death were round me, and the pains of the underworld
had me in their grip; I was full of trouble and sorrow. (BBE). ...
Resources
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