The term "exquisite" is not directly found in the text of the Bible; however, the concept of exquisite beauty, craftsmanship, and divine creation is woven throughout the Scriptures. The Bible often describes the beauty and intricacy of God's creation, the splendor of the tabernacle and temple, and the detailed artistry of sacred objects, all of which can be considered exquisite in their own right.

Creation and Nature

The Bible begins with the account of creation, where God's handiwork is described with awe and reverence. In Genesis 1, the repeated declaration that "God saw that it was good" (Genesis 1:10) reflects the perfection and beauty of His creation. The psalmist echoes this sentiment in Psalm 19:1, "The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of His hands" . The intricate design of the universe, from the vastness of the heavens to the complexity of living creatures, speaks to the exquisite nature of God's creative power.

The Tabernacle and Temple

The construction of the tabernacle and later the temple in Jerusalem are prime examples of exquisite craftsmanship as commanded by God. In Exodus 31:1-5, God appoints Bezalel, filling him "with the Spirit of God, with wisdom, understanding, and ability in all kinds of craftsmanship, to design artistic works in gold, silver, and bronze" . The detailed instructions for the tabernacle's construction, including the use of fine linen, gold, and precious stones, highlight the importance of beauty and precision in worship.

Similarly, the temple built by Solomon is described with great detail in 1 Kings 6-7. The use of cedar, gold overlay, and intricate carvings of cherubim, palm trees, and open flowers demonstrate the exquisite nature of the temple's design, intended to reflect the glory and majesty of God.

Divine Wisdom and Understanding

The Bible also speaks of the exquisite nature of divine wisdom and understanding. In Proverbs 3:19-20, it is written, "The LORD founded the earth by wisdom and established the heavens by understanding. By His knowledge the watery depths were broken open, and the clouds dripped with dew" . The complexity and order of creation are a testament to God's exquisite wisdom, which surpasses human understanding.

The Beauty of Holiness

The concept of beauty in the Bible is often linked to holiness and righteousness. Psalm 29:2 calls believers to "Ascribe to the LORD the glory due His name; worship the LORD in the splendor of His holiness" . The beauty of holiness is considered exquisite, as it reflects the character and nature of God Himself. This beauty is not merely external but is deeply rooted in the moral and spiritual purity that God desires for His people.

The Bride of Christ

In the New Testament, the Church is often depicted as the bride of Christ, adorned in exquisite beauty for her bridegroom. Revelation 21:2 describes the New Jerusalem as "a bride adorned for her husband" , symbolizing the purity and splendor of the Church prepared for Christ. This imagery emphasizes the transformative power of Christ's love and redemption, which makes the Church beautiful and exquisite in His sight.

Conclusion

While the word "exquisite" may not appear in the biblical text, the concept is richly present in the descriptions of God's creation, the craftsmanship of sacred spaces, the wisdom of God, and the spiritual beauty of holiness and redemption. These elements together paint a picture of the divine artistry and splendor that permeate the biblical narrative.1. (a.) Carefully selected or sought out; hence, of distinguishing and surpassing quality; exceedingly nice; delightfully excellent; giving rare satisfaction; as, exquisite workmanship.

2. (a.) Exceeding; extreme; keen; -- used in a bad or a good sense; as, exquisite pain or pleasure.

3. (a.) of delicate perception or close and accurate discrimination; not easy to satisfy; exact; nice; fastidious; as, exquisite judgment, taste, or discernment.

4. (n.) One who manifests an exquisite attention to external appearance; one who is overnice in dress or ornament; a fop; a dandy.

EXQUISITE

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The Greek word means "accurate" "searched out," equivalent to exquisitus from which "exquisite" is derived. It also means in argument "close," "subtle." In Ecclesiasticus 18:29, we have, "They poured forth exquisite parables," the Revised Version (British and American) "apt proverbs," and 19:25, the King James Version and the Revised Version (British and American)

"There is an exquisite subtleity, and the same is unjust."

6027. oneg -- daintiness, exquisite delight
... 6026, 6027. oneg. 6028 . daintiness, exquisite delight. Transliteration:
oneg Phonetic Spelling: (o'-neg) Short Definition: delight. ...
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8588. taanug -- daintiness, luxury, exquisite delight
... 8587, 8588. taanug. 8589 . daintiness, luxury, exquisite delight. Transliteration:
taanug Phonetic Spelling: (tah-an-oog') Short Definition: charms. ...
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As He Thus Spoke, Slowly and with an Exquisite Softness...
... XVI. As he thus spoke, slowly and with an exquisite softness? As he thus
spoke, slowly and with an exquisite softness, something ...
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The Glory of Jesus and Mary.
... of color and every degree of beauty, it never enters into our minds that they grew
so of themselves, or gave to themselves their delicate and exquisite perfumes ...
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Social Joys of Heaven.
... The pleasures enjoyed in his company are not only exquisite"they are also sanctifying. ...
Meditate well, Christian soul, on these exquisite delights. ...
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That the Supreme Cause and Author of all Things must of Necessity ...
... The proof ?� posteriori, of the infinite wisdom of God, from the consideration of
the exquisite perfection and consummate excellency of his works, is no less ...
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The Spirituality of the Risen Body.
... They were its very life. But now that it is changed into a beautiful butterfly,
it lives on the honey and exquisite perfume of flowers. ...
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The Life of the Blessed in Heaven.
... It also gives the most exquisite consolation to those who, on account of peculiar
difficulties in the practice of virtue, have been fatigued and wearied almost ...
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Grace and Truth Coupled.
... And then John does a bit of exquisite packing of much in little. ... They tell the exquisite
poise that is in everything God does. Truth is the back-bone of grace. ...
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Pleasures of the Glorified Senses.
... Still, we may form some idea of them by reflecting on the exquisite delights which
reach our soul through our senses, in our present state of imperfection. ...
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Several Errors to be Avoided in Our Meditations on Heaven.
... or making little of the Beatific Vision, after the resurrection, and letting our
mind pass from creature to creature, gathering exquisite pleasures from each ...
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Degrees of Enjoyment through the Glorified Senses.
... They, too, are to receive a supernatural development, an exquisite delicacy of
perception, and power of conveying pleasures to the soul, in proportion to the ...
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Exquisite
... or sought out; hence, of distinguishing and surpassing quality; exceedingly nice;
delightfully excellent; giving rare satisfaction; as, exquisite workmanship. ...
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Thrill (2 Occurrences)
... 4. (vt) Hence, to affect, as if by something that pierces or pricks; to cause to
have a shivering, throbbing, tingling, or exquisite sensation; to pierce; to ...
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Nero
... 44), "he falsely charged with the guilt, and punished with the most exquisite tortures,
the persons commonly called Christians, who are hated for their ...
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Extend (35 Occurrences)

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Ostrich (9 Occurrences)
... These exquisite feathers were first used to decorate the headdress and shields of
desert chieftains, then as decorations for royalty, and later for hat and ...
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Onesimus (2 Occurrences)
... And Paul does this for him both in the Epistle to the Colossians and in that to
Philemon. With what exquisite delicacy is Onesimus introduced! ...
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Fine (184 Occurrences)
... overdecorated; showy. 3. (superl.) Nice; delicate; subtle; exquisite; artful;
skillful; dexterous. 4. (superl.) Not coarse, gross, or heavy. 5 ...
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Expulsion (1 Occurrence)

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Discomfiture (6 Occurrences)
... sermon (Acts 2), he that opens the door of the gospel to the Gentileworld in the
house of the Roman soldier, Cornelius, and has the exquisite delight of ...
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Delicate (32 Occurrences)
... 12. (a.) Nicely discriminating or perceptive; refinedly critical; sensitive;
exquisite; as, a delicate taste; a delicate ear for music. 13. ...
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