In biblical literature, the concept of "coiling" is not directly mentioned as a specific term; however, the imagery and symbolism associated with coiling can be found in various passages, particularly in relation to serpents and their representation of sin, deception, and evil. The act of coiling is often associated with the serpent, a creature that appears prominently in the Bible and carries significant theological implications.

Serpents in the Bible

The serpent is first introduced in the Book of Genesis, where it plays a pivotal role in the narrative of the Fall of Man. Genesis 3:1 states, "Now the serpent was more crafty than any beast of the field that the LORD God had made." Here, the serpent's craftiness and its ability to coil and strike unexpectedly symbolize the deceptive nature of sin and temptation. The serpent's coiling can be seen as a metaphor for the entangling and ensnaring nature of sin, which seeks to wrap itself around individuals and lead them away from God's truth.

Symbolism of Coiling

The coiling of a serpent can also symbolize the constricting power of sin and evil. In the Book of Job, Leviathan is described as a formidable creature, often associated with a serpent or dragon-like being. Job 41:15 describes its scales as "his pride, shut up tightly as with a seal," suggesting a coiled and impenetrable nature. This imagery conveys the idea of sin's grip on humanity, which can be difficult to break without divine intervention.

Spiritual Warfare

In the New Testament, the imagery of serpents and their coiling nature is used to illustrate spiritual warfare and the believer's struggle against evil forces. In Luke 10:19 , Jesus tells His disciples, "Behold, I have given you authority to tread on snakes and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy; nothing will harm you." Here, the act of treading on serpents signifies the believer's victory over sin and the power of the enemy through the authority given by Christ.

Redemption and Victory

The ultimate defeat of the serpent and its coiling nature is prophesied in the Book of Revelation. Revelation 20:2 speaks of the dragon, "that ancient serpent, who is the devil and Satan," being bound for a thousand years. This binding represents the final victory over sin and evil, where the coiling serpent is rendered powerless by the redemptive work of Christ.

Conclusion

While the Bible does not explicitly use the term "coiling," the imagery associated with serpents provides a rich tapestry of meaning related to sin, deception, and spiritual warfare. The coiling nature of serpents serves as a powerful metaphor for the entangling and constricting power of sin, which is ultimately overcome through the authority and victory found in Jesus Christ.(p. pr. & vb. n.) of Coil.785. aspis -- an asp
... asp. Of uncertain derivation; a buckler (or round shield); used of a serpent (as
coiling itself), probably the "asp" -- asp. (aspidon) -- 1 Occurrence. ...
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288. ampelos -- vine
... vine. Probably from the base of amphoteros and that of halon; a vine (as coiling
about a support) -- vine. see GREEK amphoteros. see GREEK halon. ...
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The Oneness of the Branches
... There is an old, wild ballad that tells of how a knight found, coiling round a tree
in a dismal forest, a loathly dragon breathing out poison; and how ...
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Chapter eleven
... Meanwhile the saloon reared itself about the Rectangle like some deadly viper hissing
and coiling, ready to strike its poison into any unguarded part. ...
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Fourth Tractate. Problems of the Soul (2).
... more than such power as body may have, the mode of pursuit possible where the object
pursued is debarred from entrance; it is the motion of coiling about, with ...
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Sargon of Assyria (722-705 BC )
... Isis had bestowed on him a serpent, which, coiling itself round his head when he
sat on the judgment-seat, covered him with its shadow, and admonished him not ...
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Naparima and Montserrat
... After beating it cautiously (for snakes are very fond of coiling under its shade)
he opens the centre, and finds, close to the ground, a group of whitish fruits ...
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Coiling (1 Occurrence)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Coil. Multi-Version Concordance
Coiling (1 Occurrence). Isaiah 27:1 In that day the ...
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Coin (9 Occurrences)

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Coiled (2 Occurrences)

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Adder (9 Occurrences)
... (Psalm 140:3; Romans 3:13, "asp") is the rendering of,. (1.) Akshub ("coiling" or
"lying in wait"), properly an asp or viper, found only in this passage. ...
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