Definition and Usage:
The term "furbish" in biblical context generally refers to the act of polishing or making something bright and shiny, often in preparation for use. It is typically used in relation to weapons, such as swords, indicating a process of cleaning, sharpening, or preparing them for battle. The concept of furbishing can also metaphorically imply readiness or purification.

Biblical References:
The word "furbish" appears in the context of preparing weapons for war, symbolizing readiness and the impending nature of conflict. In the Berean Standard Bible, the term is used in the following passage:

· Ezekiel 21:9-11 : "Son of man, prophesy and say, ‘This is what the Lord says: A sword, a sword, sharpened and polished— sharpened for the slaughter, polished to flash like lightning! Should we rejoice in the scepter of My son? The sword despises every tree. The sword is appointed to be polished, to be grasped in the hand; it is sharpened and polished, ready for the hand of the slayer.’"

In this passage, the sword is described as being both sharpened and polished, indicating a state of readiness for execution of judgment. The imagery of a polished sword flashing like lightning emphasizes the swift and decisive nature of divine judgment.

Symbolic Interpretation:
From a symbolic perspective, the act of furbishing a sword can be seen as a metaphor for spiritual preparation and purification. Just as a sword is made ready for battle, believers are called to prepare themselves spiritually for the challenges and trials they may face. This preparation involves a process of sanctification, aligning one's life with the teachings and commandments of God.

Theological Implications:
The concept of furbishing, particularly in the context of divine judgment, underscores the seriousness with which God approaches sin and rebellion. It serves as a reminder of the holiness and justice of God, who is both patient and righteous in His dealings with humanity. The polished sword is a vivid representation of the certainty and inevitability of God's judgment against unrighteousness.

Historical Context:
In ancient times, the preparation of weapons was a crucial aspect of warfare. A well-maintained and polished sword was not only more effective in battle but also served as a psychological tool, instilling fear in opponents. The biblical use of the term "furbish" would have resonated with the original audience, who understood the importance of readiness and the implications of a polished weapon.

Practical Application:
For contemporary believers, the concept of furbishing can be applied to the spiritual discipline of maintaining one's faith and readiness to serve God. This involves regular engagement with Scripture, prayer, and the pursuit of holiness. Just as a sword must be kept sharp and polished, so too must believers remain vigilant and prepared for the spiritual battles they encounter in their daily lives.(v. t.) To rub or scour to brightness; to clean; to burnish; as, to furbish a sword or spear.4838. maraq -- to scour, polish
... bright, furbish, scour. A primitive root; to polish; by implication, to sharpen;
also to rinse -- bright, furbish, scour. 4837, 4838. maraq. 4839 . ...
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4803. marat -- to make smooth, bare or bald, to scour, polish
... bright, furbish, have his hair be fallen off, peeled, pluck off hair. A
primitive root; to polish; by implication, to make bald (the ...
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Personal Characteristics.
... were his permanent study, and he read with the keen instinct of a student, whose
hours were limited, as he had other work to do, and he must furbish his brain ...
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The Battle of Carchemish
... 1 Order ye the buckler and shield, and draw near to battle; Harness the horses,
and get up ye horsemen, and stand forth with your helmets; Furbish the spears ...
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The Second vision "On Earth"
... See Jeremiah 46:4-10 (RV.). "Harness the horses; and get up, ye horsemen, And stand
forth with your helmets; Furbish the spears, and put on coats of mail. ...
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The Medes and the Second Chaldaean Empire
History Of Egypt, Chaldaea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, V 8. <. ...
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Furbish (1 Occurrence)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (vt) To rub or scour to brightness; to clean; to burnish;
as, to furbish a sword or spear. ...Furbish (1 Occurrence). ...
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Funeral (3 Occurrences)

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Furbished (4 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (imp. & pp) of Furbish. Multi-Version Concordance
Furbished (4 Occurrences). Ezekiel 21:9 Son of man, prophesy ...
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Mail (11 Occurrences)
... (See JPS). Jeremiah 46:4 Harness the horses, and get up, you horsemen, and stand
forth with your helmets; furbish the spears, put on the coats of mail. ...
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Brigandines (1 Occurrence)
... Jeremiah 46:4 Harness the horses; and get up, ye horsemen, and stand forth with
your helmets; furbish the spears, and put on the brigandines. (KJV). ...
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Arms (166 Occurrences)
... Harness the horses, and get up, ye horsemen, and stand forth with your helmets;
furbish the spears, put on the coats of mail" (Jeremiah 46:3, 4). Of the arms ...
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Steeds (11 Occurrences)
... (DBY). Jeremiah 46:4 Harness the horses, and get up, you horsemen, and stand forth
with your helmets; furbish the spears, put on the coats of mail. ...
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Scale-armor (3 Occurrences)
... Jeremiah 46:4 Harness the horses, and get up, you horsemen, and stand forth with
your helmets; furbish the spears, put on the coats of mail. (See NAS). ...
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Spears (25 Occurrences)
... (BBE). Jeremiah 46:4 Harness the horses, and get up, you horsemen, and stand forth
with your helmets; furbish the spears, put on the coats of mail. ...
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Helmets (5 Occurrences)
... Jeremiah 46:4 Harness the horses, and get up, you horsemen, and stand forth with
your helmets; furbish the spears, put on the coats of mail. ...
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