In the biblical context, the term "conquerors" often refers to those who achieve victory through divine assistance, overcoming spiritual, physical, or moral challenges. The concept of being a conqueror is deeply rooted in the narrative of God's people, who are called to triumph over their enemies and adversities through faith and obedience to God.

Old Testament Context

The Old Testament is replete with accounts of individuals and nations who were conquerors through the power of God. One of the most notable examples is Joshua, who led the Israelites into the Promised Land. Under his leadership, the Israelites conquered numerous Canaanite cities, as recorded in the Book of Joshua. The victories were attributed to God's promise and presence with His people. Joshua 1:9 states, "Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go."

Another significant example is King David, who is celebrated for his military conquests and his role in establishing Israel as a powerful kingdom. David's victories are often seen as a result of his faithfulness to God and his reliance on divine guidance. In 1 Samuel 17, David famously defeats Goliath, a victory that symbolizes the triumph of faith over seemingly insurmountable odds.

New Testament Context

In the New Testament, the concept of being a conqueror takes on a more spiritual dimension. Believers are called to be conquerors over sin, death, and the powers of darkness through Jesus Christ. Romans 8:37 declares, "No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us." This passage emphasizes that the ultimate victory for Christians is achieved through the love and sacrifice of Christ, which empowers them to overcome all forms of spiritual adversity.

The Book of Revelation also speaks to the theme of conquering, particularly in the letters to the seven churches. Revelation 2:7 promises, "To the one who is victorious, I will grant the right to eat from the tree of life in the paradise of God." Here, the term "victorious" or "conqueror" is used to describe those who remain faithful to Christ amidst persecution and trials.

Spiritual Warfare

The idea of being a conqueror is closely linked to the concept of spiritual warfare. Ephesians 6:10-18 provides a vivid description of the "armor of God," which believers are to put on to stand firm against the schemes of the devil. This passage underscores the belief that Christians are engaged in a spiritual battle and are called to be conquerors by relying on God's strength and protection.

Eternal Victory

Ultimately, the Bible presents the notion of being a conqueror as part of the eternal victory that believers have in Christ. This victory is not limited to earthly struggles but extends to the assurance of eternal life and the final defeat of evil. Revelation 21:7 promises, "The one who overcomes will inherit all things, and I will be his God, and he will be My son." This promise encapsulates the hope and assurance that believers have as conquerors through their faith in God.5215. humnos -- a hymn
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More than Conquerors
... ROMANS MORE THAN CONQUERORS. 'Nay, in all these things we are more than
conquerors through Him that loved us.'"Romans 8:37. In ...
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'More than Conquerors through Him'
... THE SECOND BOOK OF SAMUEL 'MORE THAN CONQUERORS THROUGH HIM'. 'And the
children of Ammon came out, and put the battle in array at ...
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The Mother of Xerxes.
... Ambition and selfishness of kings."General influence exerted by great sovereigns
upon the community."Labors of great conquerors."Caesar."Darius ...
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Preface.
... For Thy sake we are killed all the day long; we are accounted as sheep for the
slaughter.) Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him ...
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He Ascended into Heaven, and Sitteth on the Right Hand of the ...
... The same David says elsewhere, "God hath ascended jubilantly, and the Lord with
the sound of the trumpet." For conquerors are wont to return from battle with ...
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The Controversy Ended
... them when they fell. Satan consults with his angels, and then with these
kings and conquerors and mighty men. They look upon the ...
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The Controversy Ended.
... them when they fell. Satan consults with his angels, and then with these
kings and conquerors and mighty men. They look upon the ...
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The Destruction of Jerusalem
... to their destruction. Instead of widening the breach between them and their
conquerors, the Saviour sought to heal it. He called ...
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But we must Follow Our Preacher, who Can Only Turn Away with ...
... Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors, through Him that loved us."
Ah, is there not, too, a peculiar beauty in those words "more than conquerors ...
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Joseph, the Prime Minister
... probability which the study of Egyptian history has given, that the Pharaoh who
made him his second in command was one of the Hyksos conquerors who dominated ...
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Conquerors (4 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Conquerors (4 Occurrences). Romans 8:37 No, in all these
things, we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. ...
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Conqueror (2 Occurrences)
... compound verb (hupernikomen, Romans 8:37): A usual meaning of the preposition in
composition is "above all measure"; hence, "more than conquerors," the Revised ...
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Taxing (3 Occurrences)
... TAXES IN ISRAEL UNDER CONQUERORS 1. Under the Assyrians and Babylonians 2. Under
the Persians 3. Under the Ptolemies and Seleucid Kings 4. Under the Romans I ...
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Tax (43 Occurrences)
... TAXES IN ISRAEL UNDER CONQUERORS 1. Under the Assyrians and Babylonians 2. Under
the Persians 3. Under the Ptolemies and Seleucid Kings 4. Under the Romans I ...
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Gedaliah (31 Occurrences)
... The governor assured them that they need have no fear of vengeance from their
conquerors, and promised them on oath protection and security, if they would ...
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Ethiopic
... The Semitic conquerors of Abyssinia found peoples of two different races in the
country where they settled: (1) African aborigines and (2) Kushites, a branch ...
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Hazael (23 Occurrences)
... Marching southward through the plain of Esdraelon, and following a route along the
maritime plain taken by many conquerors before and since, Hazael fought ...
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Conquers (9 Occurrences)

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Yahweh (6653 Occurrences)
... and the inhabitants of the country had become familiar with the strange sights and
sounds of Babylonia, whither they had been carried by their conquerors. ...
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Neck (97 Occurrences)
... judgments are represented by the prophets by their laying bands upon the people's
necks (Deuteronomy 28:48; Isaiah 10:27; Jeremiah 27:2). Conquerors put their ...
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