The term "consecutive" refers to events, actions, or elements that follow one another in uninterrupted succession or order. In the context of the Bible, the concept of consecutiveness can be observed in various narratives, genealogies, and prophetic sequences that unfold in a linear progression.

Biblical Narratives:

The Bible contains numerous narratives that are presented in a consecutive manner, allowing readers to follow the unfolding of events in a chronological sequence. For instance, the creation account in Genesis 1 is structured in a consecutive order, detailing the creation of the world over six days, each day building upon the previous one. This consecutive order underscores the intentional and orderly nature of God's creative work.

Genealogies:

Genealogies in the Bible often follow a consecutive pattern, tracing the lineage of individuals and families through successive generations. These genealogies serve to connect historical figures and events, providing a framework for understanding the unfolding of God's covenantal promises. For example, the genealogy of Jesus Christ in the Gospel of Matthew (Matthew 1:1-17) is presented in a consecutive order, linking Jesus to Abraham and David, thereby affirming His rightful place in the messianic line.

Prophetic Sequences:

Prophetic literature in the Bible frequently employs consecutive sequences to convey future events. The Book of Daniel, for instance, contains visions and prophecies that unfold in a consecutive manner, revealing the rise and fall of empires and the ultimate establishment of God's eternal kingdom. Daniel 2:44 states, "In the days of those kings, the God of heaven will set up a kingdom that will never be destroyed, nor will it be left to another people. It will shatter all these kingdoms and bring them to an end, but it will stand forever."

Consecutive Days and Events:

The concept of consecutive days is also significant in the observance of religious practices and festivals. The Passover and the Feast of Unleavened Bread, for example, are celebrated in a consecutive sequence, with the Passover occurring on the 14th day of the first month and the Feast of Unleavened Bread commencing on the 15th day (Exodus 12:18). This consecutive observance underscores the continuity of God's deliverance and the call to holiness.

Consecutive Judgments and Blessings:

In the Book of Revelation, a series of consecutive judgments and blessings are depicted, illustrating the unfolding of God's redemptive plan and the ultimate triumph of good over evil. The seven seals, trumpets, and bowls are presented in a consecutive order, each leading to the next phase of divine judgment and culminating in the establishment of a new heaven and a new earth (Revelation 21:1).

The concept of consecutiveness in the Bible highlights the orderly and purposeful nature of God's actions and the unfolding of His divine plan throughout history. Through consecutive narratives, genealogies, and prophetic sequences, Scripture reveals the continuity of God's covenantal promises and the ultimate fulfillment of His redemptive purposes.1. (a.) Succeeding one another in a regular order; successive; uninterrupted in course or succession; with no interval or break; as, fifty consecutive years.

2. (a.) Following as a consequence or result; actually or logically dependent; consequential; succeeding.

3. (a.) Having similarity of sequence; -- said of certain parallel progressions of two parts in a piece of harmony; as, consecutive fifths, or consecutive octaves, which are forbidden.

2517. kathexes -- successively
... Word Origin from kata and hexes Definition successively NASB Word Usage afterwards*
(1), consecutive order (1), orderly sequence (1), successively (1 ...
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The First vision "On Earth"
... the Six Seals are separated off from the seventh in a remarkable manner; as though
to point out to us that the seventh is not immediately consecutive on the ...
/.../bullinger/commentary on revelation/the first vision on earth.htm

Principal Authorities Referred To
... JRSAI Journal of the Royal Society of Antiquaries of Ireland: references
to volumes according to the consecutive numbering. Jaffe. ...
/.../principal authorities referred to.htm

How to Work for God with Success.
... How surprised I have often been at the assumption of people who, perhaps, never
gave one hour's consecutive thought in their lives to the best means of doing ...
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Whether, in Computing Years, we Ought to Follow the Hebrew or the ...
... and Latin copies of Scripture, and which consists of a uniform addition and deduction
of 100 years in each lifetime for several consecutive generations, is to ...
/.../augustine/city of god/chapter 13 whether in computing years.htm

Manuscript Testimony Shewn to be Overwhelmingly in Favour of These ...
... And first,"Ought it not sensibly to detract from our opinion of the value of their
evidence to discover that it is easier to find two consecutive verses in ...
/.../chapter vi manuscript testimony shewn.htm

Manuscript Testimony Shewn to be Overwhelmingly in Favour of These ...
... And first,"Ought it not sensibly to detract from our opinion of the value of their
evidence to discover that it is easier to find two consecutive verses in ...
/.../chapter vi manuscript testimony shewn.htm

The Second vision "In Heaven"
... But that, whereas the seventh Trumpet expands into the seven Vials " which are
consecutive " the sixth Seal is followed by silence in heaven, as though to ...
/.../bullinger/commentary on revelation/the second vision in heaven.htm

Appendix i. Pericope De Adultera.
... instances, and but two, should exist of a considerable portion of Scripture left
to the mercy, so to speak, of Textual Criticism.' Twelve consecutive Verses in ...
/.../appendix i pericope de adultera.htm

Preface.
... These lessons may be used in classes of the Sunday School, by teachers who desire
a more consecutive treatment of the Bible story than is given in the ...
//christianbookshelf.org/hurlbut/hurlbuts bible lessons/preface.htm

section 4
... souls. There is no needs be with us that this double work should be
consecutive as in the plants"it may go on simultaneously. ...
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Consecutive (2 Occurrences)
... 1. (a.) Succeeding one another in a regular order; successive; uninterrupted in
course or succession; with no interval or break; as, fifty consecutive years. ...
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Sequence (1 Occurrence)
... 7. (n.) Three or more cards of the same suit in immediately consecutive order of
value; as, ace, king, and queen; or knave, ten, nine, and eight. ...
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Bel (3 Occurrences)
... The commonest and most undoubted Semiticism is the repeated use of kai and kai egeneto
with the force of the waw-consecutive and only to be explained and ...
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Dragon (20 Occurrences)
... The commonest and most undoubted Semiticism is the repeated use of kai and kai egeneto
with the force of the waw-consecutive and only to be explained and ...
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Consecrations (6 Occurrences)

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Consent (34 Occurrences)

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Verse (5 Occurrences)
... Psalms 145:1 A praise psalm by David.This is an acrostic psalm, with every verse
(including the second half of verse 13) starting with a consecutive letter of ...
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Longevity
... The first three dynasties in Egypt, starting at or about 4400 BC, consisted of 25
consecutive kings, the average length of whose several reigns was about 30 ...
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Inspiration (4 Occurrences)
... The reason is, that they embody no historical revelation working out a purpose
in consecutive stages from germinal beginnings to perfect close. ...
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Discourse (25 Occurrences)
... 4. (n.) Consecutive speech, either written or unwritten, on a given line of thought;
speech; treatise; dissertation; sermon, etc.; as, the preacher gave us a ...
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