Topical Encyclopedia In biblical literature, the term "dash" is often used to describe a forceful or violent action, typically involving destruction or the breaking apart of objects or entities. The concept of dashing is frequently associated with divine judgment, warfare, and the consequences of sin.Old Testament Usage The Hebrew word often translated as "dash" is "נָפַץ" (naphats), which conveys the idea of shattering or breaking into pieces. One of the most vivid uses of this term is found in the context of divine judgment. In Psalm 2:9, a messianic psalm, the psalmist declares, "You will break them with an iron scepter; You will dash them to pieces like pottery." . This imagery portrays the Messiah's authority and power to execute judgment upon rebellious nations. In the prophetic literature, the term is used to describe the destruction that comes upon those who oppose God. For instance, in Isaiah 13:16, the prophet speaks of the impending judgment on Babylon: "Their infants will be dashed to pieces before their eyes; their houses will be looted, and their wives will be ravished." . This passage highlights the severity of divine retribution against a nation that has incurred God's wrath. New Testament Usage In the New Testament, the Greek equivalent "ῥήγνυμι" (rhēgnumi) is used in a similar context. In Revelation 2:27, echoing Psalm 2, it is written, "He will rule them with an iron scepter and will dash them to pieces like pottery—just as I have received authority from My Father." . This passage reaffirms the authority of Christ to judge and the ultimate triumph of His kingdom over all opposition. Symbolic and Theological Implications The act of dashing in the Bible often symbolizes the complete and utter defeat of God's enemies. It serves as a reminder of the consequences of sin and rebellion against divine authority. The imagery of dashing to pieces underscores the finality and irreversibility of God's judgment. From a theological perspective, the concept of dashing also points to the sovereignty of God in executing justice. It reflects the biblical theme that God will not tolerate sin indefinitely and that His righteous judgment will ultimately prevail. Practical Application For believers, the biblical use of "dash" serves as a sobering reminder of the seriousness of sin and the importance of aligning oneself with God's will. It encourages a life of obedience and reverence, recognizing the authority of Christ as the righteous judge. The imagery also offers hope, assuring believers of the ultimate victory of God's kingdom and the establishment of His justice on earth. Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary 1. (v. t.) To throw with violence or haste; to cause to strike violently or hastily; -- often used with against.2. (v. t.) To break, as by throwing or by collision; to shatter; to crust; to frustrate; to ruin. 3. (v. t.) To put to shame; to confound; to confuse; to abash; to depress. 4. (v. t.) To throw in or on in a rapid, careless manner; to mix, reduce, or adulterate, by throwing in something of an inferior quality; to overspread partially; to bespatter; to touch here and there; as, to dash wine with water; to dash paint upon a picture. 5. (v. t.) To form or sketch rapidly or carelessly; to execute rapidly, or with careless haste; -- with off; as, to dash off a review or sermon. 6. (v. t.) To erase by a stroke; to strike out; knock out; -- with out; as, to dash out a word. 7. (v. i.) To rust with violence; to move impetuously; to strike violently; as, the waves dash upon rocks. 8. (n.) Violent striking together of two bodies; collision; crash. 9. (n.) A sudden check; abashment; frustration; ruin; as, his hopes received a dash. 10. (n.) A slight admixture, infusion, or adulteration; a partial overspreading; as, wine with a dash of water; red with a dash of purple. 11. (n.) A rapid movement, esp. one of short duration; a quick stroke or blow; a sudden onset or rush; as, a bold dash at the enemy; a dash of rain. 12. (n.) Energy in style or action; animation; spirit. 13. (n.) A vain show; a blustering parade; a flourish; as, to make or cut a great dash. 14. (n.) A mark or line [--], in writing or printing, denoting a sudden break, stop, or transition in a sentence, or an abrupt change in its construction, a long or significant pause, or an unexpected or epigrammatic turn of sentiment. Dashes are also sometimes used instead of marks or parenthesis. 15. (n.) The sign of staccato, a small mark [/] denoting that the note over which it is placed is to be performed in a short, distinct manner. 16. (n.) The line drawn through a figure in the thorough bass, as a direction to raise the interval a semitone. 17. (n.) A short, spirited effort or trial of speed upon a race course; -- used in horse racing, when a single trial constitutes the race. International Standard Bible Encyclopedia DASHThe idea of "to throw violently" or "to strike" with purpose of causing destruction is usually connected with the word "to dash." There is perhaps but one exception to this: Psalm 91:12 and the quotations of this passage in the New Testament (Matthew 4:6 Luke 4:11, proskopto), have the meaning "to strike against accidentally" and not intentionally. Nahum 2:1, "he that dasheth in pieces" is doubtful. "He that scatters" would be in better harmony with the Hebrew mephits, and the following description of destruction. In all other cases "to dash" is connected with the idea of destruction, especially the infliction of punishment which is usually expressed by raTash, "to dash to the ground" (2 Kings 8:12 Isaiah 13:16, et al., "to dash in pieces," the King James Version simply "to dash"), but also by naphats, "to break to pieces" (Psalm 2:9; Psalm 137:9, et al.). See also PUNISHMENTS. Greek 4366. prosregnumi -- to break against ... to break against. Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: prosregnumi Phonetic Spelling: (pros-rayg'-noo-mee) Short Definition: I dash against Definition: I dash ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/4366.htm - 6k 4350. proskopto -- to strike against, to stumble 1474. edaphizo -- to raze 4486. rhegnumi -- to break apart, by ext. to throw down 123. aigialos -- the seashore 2626. katakluzo -- to inundate 2830. kludon -- a billow (of water) 3729. hormao -- to set in motion, to hasten on 4917. sunthlao -- to crush together Strong's Hebrew 7376. ratash -- to dash in pieces... ratash. 7377 . to dash in pieces. Transliteration: ratash Phonetic Spelling: (raw-tash') Short Definition: pieces. Word Origin a prim. ... dash in pieces. ... /hebrew/7376.htm - 6k 6584. pashat -- to strip off, make a dash, raid 1725. dahar -- to rush, dash (of a horse) 6327. puwts -- to be dispersed or scattered 5310. naphats -- to shatter 5062. nagaph -- to strike, smite 7492. raats -- to shatter 156. adash -- thresh 7323. ruts -- to run 5310a. naphats -- to shatter Library Chart of the Sixty-Six Books of the Bible Opposition to Messiah Ruinous Heretics, in Quoting Scripture, Follow the Example of the Devil. . ... The Pilgrim Band, 1736-1743. Preface. --It is Useless to Attempt to Benefit those who Will Not The Temptation of Christ The Possibility of Repentance is a Reason Why Baptism Should not ... Psalm CXXXVII. Reform Putting on the Armour Thesaurus Dash (30 Occurrences)... reduce, or adulterate, by throwing in something of an inferior quality; to overspread partially; to bespatter; to touch here and there; as, to dash wine with ... /d/dash.htm - 19k Smash (8 Occurrences) Altars (55 Occurrences) Ashe'rim (19 Occurrences) Asherim (20 Occurrences) Poles (58 Occurrences) Tear (97 Occurrences) Pillars (132 Occurrences) Lest (282 Occurrences) Engraved (62 Occurrences) Resources What does it mean that the scepter will not depart from Judah (Genesis 49:10)? | GotQuestions.orgWho was Bernard of Clairvaux? | GotQuestions.org Is God a megalomaniac? | GotQuestions.org Dash: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Dash (30 Occurrences)Matthew 4:6 Luke 4:11 Luke 19:44 Revelation 2:27 Exodus 29:16 Exodus 29:20 Exodus 34:13 Leviticus 1:5 Leviticus 1:11 Leviticus 3:2 Leviticus 3:8 Leviticus 3:13 Leviticus 17:6 Numbers 18:17 Deuteronomy 7:5 Deuteronomy 12:3 Judges 20:37 2 Kings 8:12 2 Kings 16:15 Psalms 2:9 Psalms 91:12 Proverbs 3:23 Isaiah 13:18 Jeremiah 13:14 Jeremiah 48:12 Ezekiel 23:34 Ezekiel 39:3 Ezekiel 43:18 Nahum 2:4 Nahum 2:5 Subtopics Related Terms |
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