In the context of the Bible, the term "breeze" is not frequently mentioned, but the concept of gentle winds or soft air movements can be inferred from various passages that describe the natural world and God's creation. The breeze, as a part of God's creation, often symbolizes peace, tranquility, and the gentle presence of the Holy Spirit.

Biblical References and Symbolism

1. Genesis 3:8 · "Then the man and his wife heard the voice of the LORD God walking in the garden in the breeze of the day, and they hid themselves from the presence of the LORD God among the trees of the garden."
In this passage, the "breeze of the day" is associated with the time when God would walk in the Garden of Eden. The gentle breeze here may symbolize the peaceful and intimate fellowship between God and humanity before the fall. It suggests a time of day when the environment is calm and conducive to communion with God.

2. 1 Kings 19:11-12 · "Then a great and powerful wind tore the mountains apart and shattered the rocks before the LORD, but the LORD was not in the wind. After the wind there was an earthquake, but the LORD was not in the earthquake. After the earthquake came a fire, but the LORD was not in the fire. And after the fire came a gentle whisper."
Although the term "breeze" is not used here, the "gentle whisper" or "still small voice" that follows the dramatic natural events can be likened to a breeze. This passage highlights how God often communicates in subtle, gentle ways rather than through grandiose displays, emphasizing the importance of quietness and attentiveness to hear His voice.

3. Ecclesiastes 1:6 · "The wind blows southward, then turns northward; round and round it swirls, ever returning on its course."
This verse reflects on the cyclical nature of the wind, which can include gentle breezes as part of its course. It serves as a metaphor for the repetitive and sometimes elusive nature of human endeavors, contrasting the constancy and sovereignty of God.

Theological Implications

The breeze, as a gentle and often unnoticed part of creation, can serve as a reminder of God's omnipresence and His ability to work in quiet, subtle ways. It reflects the peace that comes from God and the gentle guidance of the Holy Spirit in the lives of believers. The breeze can also symbolize the refreshing and renewing presence of God, bringing comfort and rest to the weary soul.

Practical Applications

In the life of a believer, the concept of the breeze can encourage a posture of stillness and receptivity to God's presence. Just as a breeze can bring relief and refreshment, so too can time spent in prayer and meditation on God's Word bring spiritual renewal. Believers are encouraged to seek moments of quietness to hear the "gentle whisper" of God, allowing His peace to permeate their lives amidst the chaos of the world.1. (n.) Alt. of Breeze fly.

2. (n.) A light, gentle wind; a fresh, soft-blowing wind.

3. (n.) An excited or ruffed state of feeling; a flurry of excitement; a disturbance; a quarrel; as, the discovery produced a breeze.

4. (n.) Refuse left in the process of making coke or burning charcoal.

5. (n.) Refuse coal, coal ashes, and cinders, used in the burning of bricks.

6. (v. i.) To blow gently.

4494. rhipizo -- to fan, generally to make a breeze
... to fan, generally to make a breeze. Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: rhipizo
Phonetic Spelling: (hrip-id'-zo) Short Definition: I toss to and fro Definition ...
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4157. pnoe -- a blowing, wind, breath
... Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine Transliteration: pnoe Phonetic Spelling: (pno-ay')
Short Definition: breath, wind Definition: (a) breath, (b) gust, breeze, wind ...
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5594. psucho -- to breathe, blow, to make cool
... one hand from pneo, which denotes properly a forcible respiration; and on the other
from the base of aer, which refers properly to an inanimate breeze), ie (by ...
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4154. pneo -- to blow
... blow. A primary word; to breathe hard, ie Breeze -- blow. Compare psucho. see GREEK
psucho. (epneusan) -- 2 Occurrences. (pnee) -- 1 Occurrence. ...
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4151. pneuma -- wind, spirit
... From pneo; a current of air, ie Breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively,
a spirit, ie (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital principle ...
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5285. hupopneo -- to blow underneath
... blow softly. From hupo and pneo; to breathe gently, ie Breeze -- blow softly. see
GREEK hupo. see GREEK pneo. (upopneusantos) -- 1 Occurrence. 5284, 5285. ...
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839. aurion -- tomorrow
... From a derivative of the same as aer (meaning a breeze, ie The morning air); properly,
fresh, ie (adverb with ellipsis of hemera) to-morrow -- (to-)morrow ...
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5399. nesheph -- twilight
... From nashaph; properly, a breeze, ie (by implication) dusk (when the evening breeze
prevails) -- dark, dawning of the day (morning), night, twilight. ...
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5398. nashaph -- to blow
... root Definition to blow NASB Word Usage blew (1), blows (1). blow. A primitive root;
to breeze, ie Blow up fresh (as the wind) -- blow. 5397, 5398. ...
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6315. puach -- to breathe, blow
... A primitive root; to puff, ie Blow with the breath or air; hence, to fan (as a breeze),
to utter, to kindle (a fire), to scoff -- blow (upon), break, puff ...
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647. Aphiyach -- perhaps helpless
... Aphiah Perhaps from puwach; breeze; Aphiach, an Israelite -- Aphiah. see HEBREW
puwach. 646, 647. Aphiyach. 647a . Strong's Numbers.
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Another Cavil Answered, IE , the Fall Imputable to God, Because ...
... Afflatus, observe then, is less than spirit, although it comes from spirit; it
is the spirit's gentle breeze, [2817] but it is not the spirit. ...
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The Hilltops --Experiences of Gladness and Glory
... There's a breeze from the hilltops that comes sweeping down through the trees, while
you are slowly picking your way along the rough, narrow valley road. ...
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Voyage to China
... detained from the same cause. Usually a breeze would spring up soon after
sunset, and last until about dawn. The utmost use was ...
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On the Presentation of the Blessed virgin, or on the Octave of Her ...
... come. After all these things there was a still small Voice, a soft rustling
like a gentle breeze; and in that came the Lord. Elias ...
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How the Impatient and the Patient are to be Admonished.
... 13). For, if there were not a trench in the altar, the passing breeze would
scatter every sacrifice that it might find there. But ...
/.../leo/writings of leo the great/chapter ix how the impatient.htm

Visit to Ceylon and Return to Benares.
... We had the clear sky and the gentle breeze of that delightful season in
Northern India. From morning to night we sat under a thick ...
/.../life and work in benares and kumaon 1839-1877/chapter xviii visit to ceylon.htm

The Demons Sin among Mankind.
... "A breeze is the most honourable chariot of the gods," [444] ". conquered
by a slight breeze, Apollo lost his beloved. Footnotes: ...
/.../tatian/tatians address to the greeks/chapter viii the demons sin among.htm

The Heavenly vision
... clearer vision, disclosing the aims and ideals of life, as though one should be
traveling in a fog along a hillside, and now and then the breeze should sweep ...
/.../peabody/mornings in the college chapel/x the heavenly vision.htm

Tempest and Trust
... So when a gentle southerly breeze sprang up, which would enable them to make such
a port, westward from their then position, they made the attempt. ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture the acts/tempest and trust.htm

Sources and Literature of the Apostolic Age.
... A breeze of morning, an odor of the sea, if I dare express it so, inspiring something
joyful and strong, penetrates the whole book, and makes it an excellent ...
/.../history of the christian church volume i/section 20 sources and literature.htm

Breeze (2 Occurrences)
... of Breeze fly. ... 3. (n.) An excited or ruffed state of feeling; a flurry of excitement;
a disturbance; a quarrel; as, the discovery produced a breeze. ...
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Gale (8 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (n.) A strong current of air; a wind between a stiff
breeze and a hurricane. ... 2. (n.) A moderate current of air; a breeze. ...
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Uncertain (13 Occurrences)
... mind; distrustful. 2. (a.) Irresolute; inconsonant; variable; untrustworthy;
as, an uncertain person; an uncertain breeze. 3. (a ...
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Lattice (6 Occurrences)
... Easton's Bible Dictionary. (1.) Hebrews `eshnabh, a latticed opening through
which the cool breeze passes (Judges 5:28). The flat ...
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Lutheran
... miraculous gifts of the Holy Ghost, which was a characteristic phenomenon of primitive
Christianity-baptismus flaminis, "baptism of wind, breeze," ie "spirit ...
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Western (19 Occurrences)
... 2. (a.) Moving toward the west; as, a ship makes a western course; coming from the
west; as, a western breeze. Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. ...
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Winnow (5 Occurrences)
... As a rule this was done in the evening or during the night, when the west wind from
the sea was blowing, which was a moderate breeze and fitted for the purpose ...
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Friendly (17 Occurrences)
... or state. 4. (a.) Promoting the good of any person; favorable; propitious;
serviceable; as, a friendly breeze or gale. 5. (adv.) In ...
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Doctrine (52 Occurrences)
... miraculous gifts of the Holy Ghost, which was a characteristic phenomenon of primitive
Christianity-baptismus flaminis, "baptism of wind, breeze," ie "spirit ...
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Propitious (12 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (a.) Convenient; auspicious; favorable; as,
a propitious breeze. 2. (a.) Hence, kind; gracious; merciful ...
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