Jump to: ATS • ISBE • Webster's • Concordance • Thesaurus • Greek • Hebrew • Library • Subtopics • Terms Topical Encyclopedia The concept of "discover" in the Bible often relates to uncovering, revealing, or finding something that was previously hidden or unknown. This can pertain to both physical discoveries and spiritual revelations. The term is not frequently used in the Berean Standard Bible , but the underlying themes of discovery are prevalent throughout Scripture.Biblical Instances of Discovery 1. Physical Discoveries: In the Old Testament, the act of discovering often involves the uncovering of hidden things or the finding of something lost. For example, in Genesis 44:12, Joseph's steward discovers the silver cup in Benjamin's sack, revealing the brothers' supposed guilt: "The steward searched, beginning with the oldest and ending with the youngest—and the cup was discovered in Benjamin’s sack." 2. Spiritual Discoveries: Spiritual discovery is a significant theme in the Bible, where God reveals His truths to humanity. In Proverbs 25:2, the value of discovery is highlighted: "It is the glory of God to conceal a matter and the glory of kings to search it out." This verse suggests that God conceals certain truths, inviting believers to seek and discover them. 3. Revelation of Sin: The Bible also speaks of the discovery of sin, where hidden sins are brought to light. Numbers 32:23 warns, "But if you do not do this, you will certainly sin against the LORD—and be assured that your sin will find you out." This implies that sin, though hidden, will eventually be discovered and revealed. 4. Divine Revelation: The ultimate form of discovery in the Bible is divine revelation, where God makes known His will and purposes. In the New Testament, Jesus Christ is the ultimate revelation of God to humanity. John 1:14 states, "The Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us. We have seen His glory, the glory of the one and only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth." 5. Personal Discovery: The journey of faith is often described as a path of personal discovery, where individuals come to know God more deeply. In Philippians 3:10, Paul expresses his desire for such discovery: "I want to know Christ and the power of His resurrection and the fellowship of His sufferings, being conformed to Him in His death." Theological Implications The act of discovery in the Bible is closely tied to the pursuit of wisdom and understanding. Proverbs 2:3-5 encourages believers to seek wisdom as one would search for hidden treasures: "If you indeed call out for insight and lift up your voice for understanding, if you seek it like silver and search it out like hidden treasure, then you will discern the fear of the LORD and discover the knowledge of God." Practical Application For believers, the concept of discovery is an invitation to engage actively with Scripture and the world around them. It encourages a life of seeking, learning, and growing in the knowledge of God. The Bible encourages believers to be diligent in their pursuit of truth, as seen in 2 Timothy 2:15: "Make every effort to present yourself approved to God, an unashamed workman who accurately handles the word of truth." In summary, the theme of discovery in the Bible encompasses the uncovering of hidden truths, the revelation of God's will, and the personal journey of faith. It is an ongoing process that invites believers to seek deeper understanding and relationship with God. ATS Bible Dictionary DiscoverMicah 1:6, to uncover, or lay bare. Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary 1. (v. t.) To uncover.2. (v. t.) To disclose; to lay open to view; to make visible; to reveal; to make known; to show (what has been secret, unseen, or unknown). 3. (v. t.) To obtain for the first time sight or knowledge of, as of a thing existing already, but not perceived or known; to find; to ascertain; to espy; to detect. 4. (v. t.) To manifest without design; to show. 5. (v. t.) To explore; to examine. 6. (v. i.) To discover or show one's self. International Standard Bible Encyclopedia DISCOVERdis-kuv'-er: In modern usage the word "discover" signifies "to get first sight or knowledge of," "to ascertain," or "to explore." Such usage appears in 1 Samuel 22:6 of the discovery of David's hiding-place, where the Hebrew uses yadha`. In the King James Version the word "discover" often occurs in a sense now archaic or even obsolete. (Note in the cases cited below the Hebrew word is galah, except Jeremiah 13:26 (chashaph, "to make bare") and Habakkuk 3:13 (`arar, "to make naked").) Greek 398. anaphaino -- to bring to light, make to appear ... appear, discover. From ana and phaino; to show, ie (reflexively) appear, or (passively) to have pointed out -- (should) appear, discover. see GREEK ana. ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/398.htm - 6k 2657. katanoeo -- to take note of, perceive 419. anexeraunetos -- unsearchable 5584. pselaphao -- to feel or grope about 1936. epithesis -- a laying on, an assault 1107. gnorizo -- to come to know, to make known 429. aneurisko -- to find out 2147. heurisko -- to find Strong's Hebrew 2834. chasaph -- to strip off, strip, make bare... make bare, clean, discover, draw out, take, uncover. A primitive root; to strip off, ie Generally to make naked (for exertion or ... /hebrew/2834.htm - 6k 7912. shekach -- to find 6168. arah -- to be naked or bare 3045. yada -- to know 1540. galah -- to uncover, remove 4672. matsa -- to attain to, find Library Yet one Cannot Discover by any Rational Process of Reasoning... How to Discover what is the Will of God. Means to Discover when we Change in the Matter of this Holy Love. Celsus, in Adopting the Character of a Jew, could not Discover any ... Moses, Allowing Divorce, and Christ Prohibiting It, Explained John ... That it is not Easy to Discover the Trinity that is God from the ... The Answer Telling How a Solitary Can Discover his Faults. Faith is the Basis of Human Life; Man Cannot Discover that Truth ... But Unbelievers Cry, "How Can the Flesh, which Has Been Putrified ... Again in John v. 2, Etc. , on the Five Porches, Where Lay a Great ... Thesaurus Discover (28 Occurrences)... to show. 5. (vt) To explore; to examine. 6. (vi) To discover or show one's self. Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. 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