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In the Bible, the act of kissing is depicted as a gesture of affection, respect, reconciliation, and sometimes betrayal. It appears in various contexts, reflecting the cultural and relational dynamics of the times.
Affection and Family BondsKissing is often portrayed as an expression of familial love and affection. In
Genesis 27:26-27, Isaac asks his son Jacob to come near and kiss him, which is a prelude to the blessing he bestows upon him. This act signifies the deep bond and the transfer of blessing from father to son. Similarly, in
Genesis 29:11, Jacob kisses Rachel upon meeting her, expressing his affection and joy.
Respect and ReverenceKissing is also a sign of respect and reverence. In
1 Samuel 10:1, Samuel anoints Saul as king and kisses him, symbolizing the divine appointment and honor bestowed upon Saul. This act of kissing is a recognition of Saul's new status and role as the leader of Israel.
Reconciliation and ForgivenessThe act of kissing is used as a gesture of reconciliation and forgiveness. In the parable of the Prodigal Son, found in
Luke 15:20, the father sees his returning son from a distance, runs to him, and kisses him. This kiss signifies the father's forgiveness and the restoration of the son's place in the family.
BetrayalOne of the most infamous kisses in the Bible is the kiss of Judas. In
Matthew 26:48-49, Judas betrays Jesus with a kiss, a prearranged signal to identify Jesus to the arresting soldiers. This act of betrayal is laden with irony, as a gesture typically associated with love and loyalty is used to betray the Son of God.
Cultural and Social ContextIn the cultural context of the Bible, kissing was a common form of greeting and farewell. In the New Testament, the "holy kiss" is mentioned several times as a form of greeting among believers.
Romans 16:16 states, "Greet one another with a holy kiss. All the churches of Christ send you greetings." This practice was a sign of unity and love within the early Christian community.
Symbolism and Spiritual SignificanceKissing in the Bible can also carry symbolic and spiritual significance. In
Psalm 2:12, the phrase "Kiss the Son" is a call to submit to the authority of the Messiah, acknowledging His sovereignty and seeking His favor. This metaphorical use of kissing underscores the importance of reverence and allegiance to God.
Overall, the act of kissing in the Bible is multifaceted, encompassing a range of emotions and intentions, from love and respect to betrayal and reconciliation. It serves as a powerful symbol of human relationships and divine interactions throughout the biblical narrative.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
(
imp. & p. p.) of Kiss.
Greek
2705. kataphileo -- to kiss fervently ... 38). Word Origin from kata and phileo Definition to kiss fervently NASB
Word Usage kiss (1),
kissed (4), kissing (1). kiss. From
... Strong's Hebrew
5401a. nashaq -- to kiss... 5401, 5401a. nashaq. 5401b . to kiss. Transliteration: nashaq Short
Definition:
kissed. Word Origin a prim. root Definition to kiss
... Library
"The King Kissed Barzillai. " 2 Sam. xix. 39
... LV. "THE KING KISSED BARZILLAI." 2 SAM. xix. ... The king kissed Barzillai when parting
from him; he had pressed his friend to go back with him to Jerusalem, but. ...
Having Said This, when they had Kissed Him...
... Life of Antony. Section 92. Having said this, when they had kissed him?
92. Having said this, when they had kissed him, he lifted ...
First Latin Form.
... Then she joyed and gloried, and kissed the knees of her Son, and blessed the Creator
of heaven and earth, who gave her such a gift through Jesus Christ her Son ...
'The Bridal of the Earth and Sky'
... VOLUME II: PSALMS LI to CXLV 'THE BRIDAL OF THE EARTH AND SKY'. 'Mercy and truth
are met together; righteousness and peace have kissed each other.11. ...
And Nicodemus Rising Up, Stood in the Midst of the Counsel...
... wings. And he kissed them, and set a table for them; and they ate and drank,
and slept there. And ... people! And they all kissed him. And ...
But, if it Does not Weary You, Let the Point Out as Briefly as ...
... Judas came to Jesus and said unto Him, Hail, Master, and kissed Him." Thus through
the soft blandishment of a kiss he implanted the execrable dart of betrayal. ...
I am Told that He Also Carps at Me for the Translation I have ...
... either of these things, and says "If I beheld the sun when it shined, or the moon
walking in brightness, and my heart rejoiced in secret and I kissed my hand ...
An Earnest Invitation
... kindled its fires in the heart of the other; when they met they were pacified towards
each other and they fell upon each other's neck, and they kissed: it was ...
And Nicodemus Stood Up, and Stood Before the Sanhedrin...
... and he kissed them. ... And he wiped my face, and kissed me, and said to me, Fear not,
Joseph; open thine eyes, and see who it is that speaks to thee. ...
"Good-For-Nothing"
... off; think whether you cannot be content with him.' Every word my mistress spoke
went like a knife through my heart, but I knew she was right; I kissed her hand ...
Thesaurus
Kissed (26 Occurrences)... Multi-Version Concordance
Kissed (26 Occurrences). Matthew 26:49 Immediately he
came to Jesus, and said, "Hail, Rabbi!" and
kissed him.
... Rabbi!" and
kissed him.
...Embraced (19 Occurrences)
... But while he was still far off, his father saw him, and was moved with compassion,
and ran, and fell on his neck, and kissed him. (See NAS RSV). ...
Kiss (39 Occurrences)
... David and Barzillai-a farewell); 20:9 (Joab and Amasa); Proverbs 27:6 ("the kisses
(neshiqah) of an enemy"); 1 Esdras 4:47 ("the king stood up, and kissed him ...
Wept (78 Occurrences)
... NAS RSV NIV). Acts 20:37 They all wept a lot, and fell on Paul's neck and
kissed him, (WEB KJV ASV DBY WBS RSV NIV). 1 Corinthians 7 ...
Kisses (12 Occurrences)
... mouth; (BBE). Proverbs 7:13 So she caught him, and kissed him, and with an
impudent face she said unto him: (See NAS RSV). Proverbs 24 ...
Neck (97 Occurrences)
... But while he was still far off, his father saw him, and was moved with compassion,
and ran, and fell on his neck, and kissed him. (WEB KJV WEY ASV DBY WBS YLT). ...
Threw (133 Occurrences)
... But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and pitied him, and ran
and threw his arms round his neck and kissed him tenderly. (WEY NIV). ...
Ran (100 Occurrences)
... But while he was still far off, his father saw him, and was moved with
compassion, and ran, and fell on his neck, and kissed him. ...
Lovingly (7 Occurrences)
... behind close to His feet, weeping, began to wet His feet with her tears; and with
her hair she wiped the tears away again, while she lovingly kissed His feet ...
Rabbi (51 Occurrences)
... Matthew 26:49 Immediately he came to Jesus, and said, "Hail, Rabbi!" and kissed
him. (WEB WEY ASV DBY YLT NAS NIV). ... Rabbi!" and kissed him. ...
Resources
What does it mean to kiss the son (Psalm 2:12)? | GotQuestions.orgWhat is the significance of Judas betraying Jesus with a kiss? | GotQuestions.orgWho was Jacob in the Bible? | GotQuestions.orgKissed: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.comBible Concordance •
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