Topical Encyclopedia In biblical terms, the concept of "area" can be understood in various contexts, including geographical regions, specific locations, and symbolic spaces. The Bible often uses descriptions of areas to convey historical, theological, and moral lessons.Geographical Regions The Bible frequently references specific geographical areas that hold significant historical and theological importance. For example, the land of Canaan is a central area in the Old Testament, promised by God to Abraham and his descendants. Genesis 12:7 states, "The LORD appeared to Abram and said, 'To your offspring I will give this land.'" This area, later known as the Promised Land, becomes a focal point for the Israelites' journey and settlement. Another significant area is Egypt, where the Israelites were enslaved before the Exodus. The land of Egypt is often depicted as a place of bondage and oppression, contrasting with the freedom and promise of Canaan. Exodus 3:7-8 records God's words to Moses: "I have surely seen the affliction of My people in Egypt... So I have come down to deliver them from the hand of the Egyptians and to bring them up out of that land to a good and spacious land, to a land flowing with milk and honey." Specific Locations The Bible also highlights specific locations that serve as settings for pivotal events. Mount Sinai, for instance, is the area where Moses received the Ten Commandments. Exodus 19:20 notes, "The LORD descended to the top of Mount Sinai and called Moses to the summit." This area becomes a symbol of divine law and covenant. Jerusalem is another critical area, serving as the political and spiritual center for the Israelites. It is the location of the Temple, the heart of Jewish worship. Psalm 122:3 describes Jerusalem as "a city that is firmly joined together," emphasizing its unity and significance. Symbolic Spaces Beyond physical locations, the Bible uses the concept of area symbolically to convey spiritual truths. The "wilderness" is often depicted as an area of testing and transformation. Jesus' temptation in the wilderness, as recorded in Matthew 4:1 , illustrates this: "Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil." This area becomes a place of spiritual struggle and victory. The "vineyard" is another symbolic area, representing God's people and His expectations for them. In Isaiah 5:7 , the vineyard is explicitly identified: "For the vineyard of the LORD of Hosts is the house of Israel, and the men of Judah are the plant of His delight." This area symbolizes God's care and the anticipated fruitfulness of His people. Moral and Theological Implications The areas mentioned in the Bible often carry moral and theological implications. They serve as reminders of God's promises, His faithfulness, and His expectations for His people. The areas of blessing, such as the Promised Land, contrast with areas of judgment, like Babylon, which symbolizes rebellion against God. In Revelation, the new heaven and new earth represent the ultimate area of God's restored creation, where His people will dwell with Him eternally. Revelation 21:1-3 describes this vision: "Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth... And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, 'Behold, the dwelling place of God is with man.'" Thus, the concept of area in the Bible encompasses both physical and spiritual dimensions, each contributing to the overarching narrative of God's interaction with His creation and His redemptive plan for humanity. Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary 1. (n.) Any plane surface, as of the floor of a room or church, or of the ground within an enclosure; an open space in a building.2. (n.) The enclosed space on which a building stands. 3. (n.) The sunken space or court, giving ingress and affording light to the basement of a building. 4. (n.) An extent of surface; a tract of the earth's surface; a region; as, vast uncultivated areas. 5. (n.) The superficial contents of any figure; the surface included within any given lines; superficial extent; as, the area of a square or a triangle. 6. (n.) A spot or small marked space; as, the germinative area. 7. (n.) Extent; scope; range; as, a wide area of thought. Greek 5561. chora -- a space, place, land ... 5561 -- country-land (the ordinary word for ); a wide-open area; "a larger tract than (68), . In two cases it refers to a rich man's estates; and ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/5561.htm - 7k 1789. entrepho -- to train up 4436. puthon -- Python, a mythical serpent slain by Apollo ... 833. aule -- a courtyard, a court 3751. osphus -- the loin 5564. chorion -- a place, property 4729. stenochoreo -- to be made narrow, to compress 4730. stenochoria -- narrowness of space, fig. difficulty 2049. eremoo -- to desolate 2048. eremos -- solitary, desolate Strong's Hebrew 8171. Shealim -- an area searched by Saul... 8170, 8171. Shealim. 8172 . an area searched by Saul. Transliteration: Shealim Phonetic Spelling: (shah-al-eem') Short Definition: Shaalim. ... /hebrew/8171.htm - 6k 2334. Chavvoth Yair -- "tent villages of Jair," an area East of ... 2477. Chalach -- an area under Assyr. control 6790. Tsin -- a desert area which included Kadesh-barnea 7497. Rapha -- inhab. of an area East of the Jordan 4278. mechqar -- a range (an area to explore) 8031. Shalishah -- an area of Isr. searched by Saul 4051. Migron -- an area near Gibeah, also a place North of ... 1470. Gozan -- a city and area in Mesopotamia 6961b. Qoveh -- an area in Cilicia Library The Right to Run Things Some Preliminary Definitions Of the Ark and the Deluge, and that we Cannot Agree with those who ... Eternal Life. Place of S. Cyril's Lectures. Death Diamond Managed with Many Blunders to Read this Rhyme to his ... And it Should be Remarked in Passing that this Force Upon a Man to ... A Clearing-Up Storm in the Realm Source Thesaurus Area (66 Occurrences)... 5. (n.) The superficial contents of any figure; the surface included within any given lines; superficial extent; as, the area of a square or a triangle. ... /a/area.htm - 26k Sanctuary (250 Occurrences) Court (172 Occurrences) Graecia Siddim (3 Occurrences) Vale (20 Occurrences) Tabernacle (333 Occurrences) Botany Geology Gabbatha (1 Occurrence) Resources What should a Christian do if he/she lives in an area where there is no church to attend? | GotQuestions.orgIs there any truth to the Bermuda Triangle conspiracy theories? | GotQuestions.org What is the Dome of the Rock? | GotQuestions.org Area: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Area (66 Occurrences)Matthew 4:13 Matthew 21:12 Matthew 21:15 Mark 1:28 Mark 5:10 Mark 11:15 Luke 4:14 Luke 4:37 Luke 19:45 John 2:15 John 8:20 John 10:23 John 11:56 Acts 16:3 Acts 20:2 Acts 21:28 Acts 21:29 2 Corinthians 10:15 Genesis 23:17 Genesis 25:18 Genesis 34:2 Exodus 10:14 Leviticus 10:17 Leviticus 10:18 Leviticus 13:33 Leviticus 16:3 Numbers 8:2 Numbers 8:3 Numbers 35:5 Deuteronomy 19:3 Joshua 19:46 Judges 19:1 Judges 19:18 1 Samuel 9:4 1 Samuel 14:14 1 Samuel 23:23 1 Samuel 26:13 1 Samuel 27:9 2 Samuel 5:9 2 Kings 23:5 1 Chronicles 5:8 1 Chronicles 11:8 Nehemiah 12:29 Isaiah 4:5 Isaiah 28:25 Ezekiel 40:5 Ezekiel 41:9 Ezekiel 41:11 Ezekiel 41:12 Ezekiel 41:13 Ezekiel 41:15 Ezekiel 41:20 Ezekiel 42:1 Ezekiel 42:10 Ezekiel 42:13 Ezekiel 42:15 Ezekiel 42:20 Ezekiel 43:12 Ezekiel 43:21 Ezekiel 45:1 Ezekiel 45:6 Ezekiel 45:7 Ezekiel 48:15 Ezekiel 48:18 Ezekiel 48:21 Ezekiel 48:22 Subtopics Related Terms |