In the context of the Bible, "equipment" refers to the tools, instruments, and attire used for various purposes, including worship, warfare, and daily life. The concept of equipment is woven throughout the biblical narrative, illustrating both the practical and spiritual aspects of life in ancient times.

Worship and Tabernacle Equipment

The construction and furnishing of the Tabernacle, as described in the Book of Exodus, required specific equipment. God provided detailed instructions to Moses regarding the materials and craftsmanship needed for the Tabernacle and its furnishings. This included the Ark of the Covenant, the table for the Bread of the Presence, the lampstand, and the altar of incense (Exodus 25-30). Each item was crafted with precision and served a distinct purpose in the worship and sacrificial system of Israel.

The priests also had specific equipment, including sacred garments, which were designed for glory and beauty (Exodus 28:2). These garments included the ephod, breastpiece, robe, tunic, turban, and sash, each with symbolic significance and crafted according to divine specifications.

Warfare Equipment

The Bible frequently references equipment used in warfare, highlighting the importance of preparation and readiness. In the Old Testament, the Israelites were often engaged in battles, and their equipment included swords, shields, spears, and armor. For instance, King Saul attempted to equip David with his own armor before David faced Goliath, though David chose instead to rely on his sling and stones (1 Samuel 17:38-40).

The New Testament uses the metaphor of spiritual warfare to describe the Christian life. The Apostle Paul exhorts believers to "put on the full armor of God" (Ephesians 6:11), which includes the belt of truth, breastplate of righteousness, gospel of peace, shield of faith, helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit. This spiritual equipment is essential for standing firm against the schemes of the devil.

Daily Life and Work Equipment

In addition to religious and military contexts, equipment in the Bible also pertains to daily life and work. Agricultural tools such as plows, sickles, and threshing instruments are mentioned throughout Scripture, reflecting the agrarian society of ancient Israel. For example, Elisha was called to follow Elijah while he was plowing with twelve yoke of oxen (1 Kings 19:19).

Craftsmanship and trade also required specific equipment. The construction of Solomon's Temple involved skilled laborers and artisans who used various tools to achieve the intricate designs and structures (1 Kings 6-7). The Bible acknowledges the value of skilled work and the equipment necessary to accomplish it.

Symbolic and Spiritual Significance

Beyond their practical use, equipment in the Bible often carries symbolic and spiritual significance. The meticulous details given for the Tabernacle and priestly garments underscore the holiness and reverence due to God. Similarly, the imagery of the armor of God in Ephesians emphasizes the spiritual preparedness required for believers.

In summary, equipment in the Bible encompasses a wide range of tools and attire used for worship, warfare, and daily life, each with its own practical and symbolic importance. The biblical narrative highlights the necessity of being properly equipped, both physically and spiritually, to fulfill God's purposes.1. (n.) The act of equipping, or the state of being equipped, as for a voyage or expedition.

2. (n.) Whatever is used in equipping; necessaries for an expedition or voyage; the collective designation for the articles comprising an outfit; equipage; as, a railroad equipment (locomotives, cars, etc. ; for carrying on business); horse equipments; infantry equipments; naval equipments; laboratory equipments.

4631. skeue -- equipment
... equipment. Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine Transliteration: skeue Phonetic Spelling:
(skyoo-ay') Short Definition: tackle, fittings Definition: tackle, fittings ...
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4749. stole -- equipment, apparel
... equipment, apparel. Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine Transliteration: stole Phonetic
Spelling: (stol-ay') Short Definition: a long robe Definition: a long robe ...
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2024. epichoregia -- a supply
... Speech: Noun, Feminine Transliteration: epichoregia Phonetic Spelling:
(ep-ee-khor-ayg-ee'-ah) Short Definition: supply, provision, equipment Definition: ...
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2680. kataskeuazo -- to prepare
... From kata and a derivative of skeuos; to prepare thoroughly (properly, by external
equipment; whereas hetoimazo refers rather to internal fitness); by ...
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4632. skeuos -- a vessel, implement, pl. goods
... Of uncertain affinity; a vessel, implement, equipment or apparatus (literally or
figuratively (specially, a wife as contributing to the usefulness of the ...
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2676. katartisis -- a preparing, an equipping
... perfection. From katartizo; thorough equipment (subjectively) -- perfection. see
GREEK katartizo. (katartisin) -- 1 Occurrence. 2675, 2676. katartisis. 2677 ...
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5402. nesheq -- equipment, weapons
... 5401b, 5402. nesheq or nesheq. 5403 . equipment, weapons. Transliteration:
nesheq or nesheq Phonetic Spelling: (neh'-shek) Short Definition: weapons. ...
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3627. keli -- an article, utensil, vessel
... 1), article (10), articles (30), bag (2), baggage (12), bags (2), basket (1), bowls*
(1), cargo (1), clothing (1), earthenware* (1), equipment (6), everything ...
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7399. rekush -- property, goods
... Word Origin from rakash Definition property, goods NASB Word Usage equipment (1),
goods (7), herds (1), plunder (1), possessions (12), property (5), wealth (1 ...
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6187. erek -- an order, row, estimate
... From arak; a pile, equipment, estimate -- equal, estimation, (things that are set
in) order, price, proportion, X set at, suit, taxation, X valuest. ...
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The Equipment of the Servants
... VOLUME I: ST. LUKE Chaps. I to XII THE EQUIPMENT OF THE SERVANTS. 'Let your
loins be girded about, and your lights burning; 36. And ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture e/the equipment of the servants.htm

October the Fifteenth the Call and the Equipment
... OCTOBER The Fifteenth THE CALL AND THE EQUIPMENT. LUKE v.27-32. Matthew
was very weary, and the all-seeing Lord read the signs of ...
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Christ's Messengers: their Equipment and Work
... VOLUME I: ST. LUKE Chaps. I to XII CHRIST'S MESSENGERS: THEIR EQUIPMENT AND
WORK. 'After these things, the Lord appointed other seventy ...
/.../expositions of holy scripture e/christs messengers their equipment and.htm

Prayer-Equipment for Preachers
... IX. PRAYER-EQUIPMENT FOR PREACHERS. "Go back! ... Even when lacking the other equipment
but having this "power from on high," a preacher cannot but succeed. ...
/.../bounds/the weapon of prayer/ix prayer-equipment for preachers.htm

The Boys' Department in the Sunday School
... This chance does not lie or inhere in the organization, but in the leader; for the
gifts, talents, equipment and adaptability of leaders vary just as much in ...
/.../alexander/the boy and the sunday school/xi the boys department in.htm

Shod for the Road
... So, then, we have first that thought that God gives us an equipment of
strength proportioned to our work,"shoes fit for our road. ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture f/shod for the road.htm

April the Twenty-Sixth Goliath Versus God!
... He had splendid military equipment. "A helmet of brass," and "a coat of
mail," and "a spear like a weaver's beam!" Surely, if fine ...
/.../april the twenty-sixth goliath versus.htm

Building for Community Service
... The thesis that the church should provide building and equipment for conservation
of the social and recreational life of the church introduces standards and ...
/.../vogt/church cooperation in community life/chapter v building for community.htm

The Review of the Troops at Doriscus.
... others were semi-barbarous tribes; and, of course, they presented, as marshaled
in long array upon the plain, every possible variety of dress and equipment. ...
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The Divided Kingdom.
... southern. It had a larger and more fertile country. It had three times
as many people and a much better military equipment. Ramah ...
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Equipment (13 Occurrences)
... necessaries for an expedition or voyage; the collective designation for the articles
comprising an outfit; equipage; as, a railroad equipment (locomotives, cars ...
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Outfit (1 Occurrence)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (n.) A fitting out, or equipment, as of a ship for a voyage,
or of a person for an expedition in an unoccupied region or residence in ...
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Artillery (1 Occurrence)
... lances. In Revised Version, "weapons"). This word is derived from the Latin
artillaria = equipment of war. Noah Webster's Dictionary. ...
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Tent (333 Occurrences)
... Judges 5:26). A large wooden mallet for driving the pegs is part of the regular
camp equipment (Judges 4:21; Judges 5:26). The sides ...
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Equipped (17 Occurrences)

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Army (401 Occurrences)
... The equipment and maintenance of the army were at the public expense (2
Samuel 17:28, 29; 1 Kings 4:27; 10:16, 17; Judges 20:10). ...
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Armor (53 Occurrences)
... same apostle speaks of "the armor" of light (Romans 13:12), "of righteousness on
the right hand and on the left" (2 Corinthians 6:7). Of the equipment of the ...
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Arms (166 Occurrences)
... same apostle speaks of "the armor" of light (Romans 13:12), "of righteousness on
the right hand and on the left" (2 Corinthians 6:7). Of the equipment of the ...
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Quiver (9 Occurrences)
... kwiv'-er (ashpah, teli; pharetra (Sirach 26:12)): A case or sheath for carrying
arrows, a part of the ordinary equipment of the warrior, both foot-soldier and ...
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Ointment (29 Occurrences)
... boxes) made of alabaster. These jars are frequently found as part of the
equipment of ancient tombs. The word translated "ointment ...
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