In the context of the Bible, the term "grab" is not frequently used in the Berean Standard Bible translation. However, the concept of grabbing or seizing is present in various narratives and teachings throughout the Scriptures. The act of grabbing can be understood both literally and metaphorically, often reflecting human desires, actions, and the consequences thereof.

Old Testament References

1. Jacob and Esau: One of the most notable instances of grabbing in the Old Testament is found in the account of Jacob and Esau. Even from birth, Jacob's nature is symbolized by his act of grabbing. Genesis 25:26 states, "After this, his brother came out, grasping Esau’s heel; so he was named Jacob." This act of grabbing Esau's heel is symbolic of Jacob's later actions in life, where he seizes opportunities and blessings, sometimes through deceitful means.

2. David and Saul: In 1 Samuel 24, David refrains from grabbing the opportunity to kill King Saul, even when it is within his grasp. Instead, he cuts off a corner of Saul's robe, demonstrating restraint and respect for God's anointed. This narrative highlights the moral and ethical considerations of seizing power or taking matters into one's own hands.

New Testament References

1. Jesus and the Kingdom of God: In the New Testament, the concept of grabbing is often related to the pursuit of the Kingdom of God. In Matthew 11:12 , Jesus states, "From the days of John the Baptist until now, the kingdom of heaven has been subject to violence, and the violent lay claim to it." This passage suggests a fervent, almost aggressive pursuit of spiritual truth and righteousness, akin to grabbing hold of the promises of God.

2. The Arrest of Jesus: During the arrest of Jesus, the act of grabbing is depicted when the soldiers and officials seize Him. John 18:12 records, "Then the band of soldiers, with its commander and the officers of the Jews, arrested Jesus and bound Him." This moment of physical grabbing signifies the beginning of Jesus' Passion and the fulfillment of His sacrificial mission.

Theological Implications

The act of grabbing in the Bible often serves as a metaphor for human ambition, desire, and the struggle for power or blessing. It can reflect both positive and negative attributes, depending on the context. For instance, Jacob's grabbing of Esau's heel foreshadows his complex journey of faith and transformation. Conversely, the grabbing of Jesus by the authorities illustrates the rejection and misunderstanding of His divine mission.

In a broader theological sense, the concept of grabbing can be seen as a reflection of humanity's innate desire to reach out for what is perceived as valuable or necessary, whether it be material, spiritual, or relational. The Bible encourages believers to discern wisely what they pursue and to seek first the Kingdom of God, trusting in His provision and timing.1. (n.) A vessel used on the Malabar coast, having two or three masts.

2. (v. t. & i.) To gripe suddenly; to seize; to snatch; to clutch.

3. (n.) A sudden grasp or seizure.

4. (n.) An instrument for clutching objects for the purpose of raising them; -- specially applied to devices for withdrawing drills, etc., from artesian and other wells that are drilled, bored, or driven.

The Old Catholics.
... 'Die Asche will nicht lassen ab,. Sie st??ubt in allen Landen; Hier hilft kein
Loch, noch Grab, noch Grab,. Sie macht den Feind zu Schanden.'. ...
/.../ 36 the old catholics.htm

Impressive Phrases
... childhood, youth, manhood, and age. circumstance, condition, environment, and
surroundings. claim, grab, trick, and compel. clean, fastidious, frugal, and refined ...
/.../kleiser/fifteen thousand useful phrases/section iv impressive phrases.htm

Go and Dig My Grave Today!
... V. Go and dig my grave today! 7,7,7,7,7,7 Geht nun hin und grabt mein Grab.
[147]Ernst Moritz Arndt. trans. by Catherine Winkworth, 1855. ...
/.../winkworth/lyra germanica the christian year/v go and dig my.htm

Subject Index
... Geht hin ihr gl??ubigen Gedanken, [192]H52-p3.1. Geht nun hin und grabt mein Grab,
[193]H98-p1.1. GerhardtP, [194]introw-p0.7. Gieb dich zufrieden, [195]H66-p3.1 ...
/.../winkworth/lyra germanica the christian year/subject index.htm

The Ministry of Love, the Blasphemy of Hatred, and the Mistakes of ...
... history, but only on that of the Lamb's Book of Life.' And they ministered to Him
of their substance.' So early did eternal riches appear in the grab of poverty ...
/.../the life and times of jesus the messiah/chapter xxii the ministry of.htm

Ein Neues Lied Wir Heben An. By Help of God I Fain Would Tell.
... 10. Die Aschen will nicht lassen ab, Sie staeubt in allen Landen; Hie hilft kein
Bach, Loch, Grub' noch Grab, Sie macht den Feind zu Schanden. ...
/.../bacon/the hymns of martin luther/v ein neues lied wir.htm

Book 2 Footnotes
... up to him." See the Fragments of Irenaeus, ap. edit. Grab. p.472. Nor perhaps
did St. Stephen refer to any thing else when he said ...
/.../josephus/the antiquities of the jews/book 2 footnotes.htm

Power Hindered.
... stay in the church. And there are fairs"bazaars, as they call them"where
they have rafflings and grab-bags. And if he wants ...
//christianbookshelf.org/moody/secret power/chapter v power hindered.htm

Rest.
... I forgot all my cares." And they just drop their bundle at the end of the pew. But
the moment the benediction is pronounced they grab the bundle again. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/moody/the overcoming life/rest.htm

Three Decisive Steps
... To make money, to save money, to grab, to grasp; for this they will grind the workman
in his wages; for this they will cheat in the quantity or the quality of ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 37 1891/three decisive steps.htm

Grab (2 Occurrences)
... or driven. Multi-Version Concordance Grab (2 Occurrences). Matthew 12:11
He said to them, "What man is there among you, who has one ...
/g/grab.htm - 7k

Gozan (5 Occurrences)

/g/gozan.htm - 10k

Lift (283 Occurrences)
... Matthew 12:11 He said to them, "What man is there among you, who has one sheep,
and if this one falls into a pit on the Sabbath day, won't he grab on to it ...
/l/lift.htm - 41k

Graba
Graba. Grab, Graba. Grabbed . Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia GRABA.
gra'-ba. See AGGABA. Grab, Graba. Grabbed . Reference Bible.
/g/graba.htm - 6k

Won't (144 Occurrences)
... Matthew 12:11 He said to them, "What man is there among you, who has one sheep,
and if this one falls into a pit on the Sabbath day, won't he grab on to it ...
/w/won't.htm - 33k

Falls (79 Occurrences)
... Matthew 12:11 He said to them, "What man is there among you, who has one sheep,
and if this one falls into a pit on the Sabbath day, won't he grab on to it ...
/f/falls.htm - 28k

Pit (110 Occurrences)
... Matthew 12:11 He said to them, "What man is there among you, who has one sheep,
and if this one falls into a pit on the Sabbath day, won't he grab on to it ...
/p/pit.htm - 41k

Chasing (12 Occurrences)
... 2 Samuel 2:21 Abner said to him, "Turn aside to your right hand or to your left,
and grab one of the young men, and take his armor." But Asahel would not turn ...
/c/chasing.htm - 10k

As'ahel (17 Occurrences)
... 2 Samuel 2:21 Abner said to him, "Turn aside to your right hand or to your left,
and grab one of the young men, and take his armor." But Asahel would not turn ...
/a/as'ahel.htm - 11k

Snatch (14 Occurrences)
... snatch at a rope. 4. (n.) A hasty catching or seizing; a grab; a catching
at, or attempt to seize, suddenly. 5. (n.) A short period ...
/s/snatch.htm - 10k

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