Topical Encyclopedia In biblical literature, the term "high things" often refers to objects, places, or concepts that are elevated in a physical or metaphorical sense. These can include altars, places of worship, or even ideas and attitudes that exalt themselves against the knowledge of God. The concept of "high things" is multifaceted, encompassing both literal and spiritual dimensions.High Places in Worship In the Old Testament, "high places" were often physical locations, typically on elevated terrain, where worship and sacrifices were conducted. These sites were frequently associated with pagan worship practices, as seen in the Canaanite and other surrounding cultures. Despite God's command to worship at the designated place He chose, the Israelites often fell into the practice of using these high places for worship, which led to idolatry and syncretism. For instance, 1 Kings 14:23 states, "For they also built for themselves high places, sacred pillars, and Asherah poles on every high hill and under every green tree." These high places became a significant point of contention between the prophets and the people, as they represented a departure from the worship of Yahweh in the manner He prescribed. Spiritual High Things In the New Testament, the concept of "high things" takes on a more spiritual and metaphorical meaning. The Apostle Paul addresses this in 2 Corinthians 10:5, where he writes, "We tear down arguments and every presumption set up against the knowledge of God; and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ." Here, "high things" are understood as intellectual or spiritual barriers that exalt themselves against the knowledge of God. These can include pride, false teachings, or any ideology that challenges the supremacy of God's truth. God's Sovereignty Over High Things Throughout Scripture, God is depicted as sovereign over all "high things," whether they are physical locations or spiritual strongholds. In Isaiah 2:12-17, the prophet speaks of a day when the Lord will humble all that is exalted: "For the LORD of Hosts has a day in store against all that is proud and lofty, against all that is lifted up—it will be humbled." This passage underscores the biblical theme that God alone is to be exalted, and all other "high things" will ultimately be brought low. High Things in Christian Life For believers, the call is to focus on the "high things" of God—His ways, His thoughts, and His purposes. Colossians 3:2 exhorts Christians to "Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things." This directive encourages believers to prioritize the eternal and divine over the temporal and worldly, aligning their lives with God's will and purposes. In summary, "high things" in the Bible can refer to both physical locations associated with worship and spiritual concepts that challenge God's authority. The biblical narrative consistently calls for the elevation of God's ways above all else, urging believers to dismantle any "high things" that stand in opposition to His truth. International Standard Bible Encyclopedia High ThingsHIGH THINGS The translation of hupselos, "high," "lofty," "elevated" (Romans 12:16, "Mind not high things, but condescend to men of low estate," the King James Version margin "be contented with mean things," the Revised Version (British and American) "Set not your mind on high things, but condescend to (margin "Greek: be carried away with") things (margin "them") that are lowly"); high things are proud things, things regarded by the world as high. 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Life on the Top Floor Resources Why did Solomon worship at a high place? | GotQuestions.orgWhat is a high Sabbath? | GotQuestions.org Did the high priest have a rope tied to him when he entered the Holy of Holies? | GotQuestions.org High: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics High Places of the Canaanites to be Destroyed High Places used for Idolatrous Worship High Places: A Term Used to Describe Places of Worship High Places: Adorned With Tapestry High Places: Built By Jeroboam High Places: Built By Manasseh High Places: Built By People of Israel High Places: Built By People of Judah High Places: Destroyed: Asa, Partially High Places: Destroyed: Hezekiah High Places: Destroyed: Jehoshaphat High Places: Destroyed: Josiah High Places: Enchantments Used Upon High Places: God Sometimes Worshipped On High Places: Hezekiah Destroys High Places: Jehoshaphat Destroys High Places: Licentious Practices At High Places: Not Removed: Amaziah High Places: Not Removed: Azariah High Places: Not Removed: Jehoash High Places: Not Removed: Jotham High Places: Priests Ordained For High Places: Sacrifices and Incense offered to Idols Upon High Places: Signify a Place of Idolatrous Worship High Places: Surrounded With Groves High Places: The Idolatrous, to be Destroyed High Places: The Jews: Built, in all Their Streets High Places: The Jews: Built, in Their Cities High Places: The Jews: Condemned for Building High Places: The Jews: Provoked God With High Places: The Jews: Punished For High Places: The Jews: Threatened With Destruction of The High Priest was Called: God's High Priest The High Priest was Called: Ruler of the People The High Priest was Called: The Priest The High Priest were for Beauty and Ornament The High Priest: Assisted by a Deputy The High Priest: Consecrated to his office The High Priest: Duties of Appointing Priests to offices The High Priest: Duties of Bearing Before the Lord the Names of Israel for a Memorial The High Priest: Duties of Blessing the People The High Priest: Duties of Consecrating the Levites The High Priest: Duties of Enquiring of God by Urim and Thummim The High Priest: Duties of Lighting the Sacred Lamps The High Priest: Duties of Making Atonement in the Most Holy Place Once a Year The High Priest: Duties of Offering Gifts and Sacrifices The High Priest: Duties of Presiding in the Superior Court The High Priest: Duties of Taking Charge of Money Collected in the Sacred Treasury The High Priest: Duties of Taking the Census of the People The High Priest: Family of Eli Degraded from office of, for Bad Conduct The High Priest: Forbidden to Mourn for Any The High Priest: Inferior to Christ in Being Made Without an Oath The High Priest: Inferior to Christ in Being of the Order of Aaron The High Priest: Inferior to Christ in Entering Into Holiest Every Year The High Priest: Inferior to Christ in Needing to Make Atonement for his 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Typified Christ in Marrying a Virgin The High Priest: Typified Christ in Performing by Himself all the Services on Day of Atonement The High Priest: Typified Christ in Splendid Dress The High Priest: Wore the Ordinary Priest's Garments when Making Atonement In The High Priest: Worn at his Consecration The High Priest: Worn at his Consecration: Descended to his Successors The High Priest: Worn at his Consecration: Worn Seven Days After Consecration Related Terms |
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