The term "household-stuff" refers to the various items and belongings that are part of a household's daily life. In biblical times, these items would have included furniture, utensils, clothing, and other personal possessions necessary for the functioning of a home. The concept of household-stuff is mentioned in several passages throughout the Bible, reflecting the cultural and practical aspects of life in ancient times.

In Genesis 31:37, we find an early reference to household items during the confrontation between Jacob and Laban. Laban accuses Jacob of stealing his household gods, and Jacob responds, "Now that you have searched all my goods, what have you found of your household-stuff? Set it here before my relatives and yours, and let them judge between the two of us." . This passage highlights the importance of household possessions and the value placed on them, even to the point of causing familial disputes.

The significance of household-stuff is further illustrated in the context of the Israelites' exodus from Egypt. In Exodus 12:35-36, the Israelites are instructed to ask the Egyptians for articles of silver and gold, as well as clothing, which would become part of their household-stuff as they journeyed to the Promised Land. "The Israelites did as Moses had instructed and asked the Egyptians for articles of silver and gold, and for clothing. And the LORD gave the people such favor in the sight of the Egyptians that they granted their request. In this way they plundered the Egyptians." . This event underscores the role of household possessions in God's provision and the fulfillment of His promises.

In the New Testament, household-stuff is mentioned in the context of Jesus' teachings. In Luke 17:31, Jesus warns about the urgency of the coming of the Kingdom of God, saying, "On that day, let no one on the housetop come down to retrieve his possessions. Likewise, let no one in the field return for anything he has left behind." . Here, household-stuff symbolizes the temporal and material concerns that can distract believers from focusing on spiritual readiness and the eternal kingdom.

The Bible also addresses the stewardship of household-stuff, emphasizing the responsible management of one's possessions. In the parable of the talents (Matthew 25:14-30), Jesus illustrates the importance of using what has been entrusted to us wisely and for the glory of God. Although the parable primarily deals with talents, the principle extends to all forms of stewardship, including household-stuff.

Throughout Scripture, household-stuff serves as a tangible representation of God's provision, human responsibility, and the transient nature of material possessions. Believers are encouraged to view their household-stuff not merely as personal property but as resources to be used in service to God and others, reflecting a heart of gratitude and stewardship.

Reformation
... intruder. "It grieved me sore," he declares; "therefore I cast forth all
the household stuff of Tobiah out of the chamber. Then ...
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Paul in Jerusalem.
... to signify, that the Egyptians and Ethiopians should be spoiled, and led into captivity
by their enemies; and Ezekiel carried out his household-stuff in the ...
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Life of Bunyan
... This woman and I, though we came together as poor as poor might be"not having so
much household stuff as a dish or spoon betwixt us, yet this she had for her ...
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A New Year's Benediction
... by them? Some are thus thrown aside, just as men throw away household stuff
that is worn out, and is of no further use. Depend upon ...
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The Perpetual virginity of Blessed Mary.
... What is my sin, that thou hast so hotly pursued after me? Whereas thou hast felt
all about my stuff, what hast thou found of all thy household stuff? ...
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Seasonable Counsel: Or, Advice to Sufferers.
... He may, indeed, see men parting his land, his household stuff, yea, his very raiment
among themselves, but they cannot so dispose of his soul.12 They "have no ...
/.../bunyan/the works of john bunyan volumes 1-3/seasonable counsel or advice to.htm

Biographical Preface.
... was married, he and his wife were in extreme poverty, being totally destitute of
any provision, and they had not one article of household stuff between them. ...
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The Exhortation of the Last HomilyIs Continued in This. ...
... Our Master is angry with us; and we, neglecting to appease His wrath, carry about
our household stuff from place to place, and run hither and thither, seeking ...
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The Figurative Language of Scripture.
... Jer.13:1-7 compared with ver.8-11); of the purchase of Hanameel's field
(Jer.32:6-12 compared with ver.13-15); of the removal of household stuff (Ezek.12: ...
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Scriptural Poems; Being Several Portions of Scripture Digested ...
... to bring Your wives, your little ones, and come down hither, Your father, you and
yours altogether; And never heed to bring your household stuff, For here in ...
/.../scriptural poems being several portions.htm

Tobiah (14 Occurrences)
... a chamber in the courts of the house of God," which on his return grieved Nehemiah
sore, and therefore he "cast forth all the householdstuff of Tobiah out of ...
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Stuff (49 Occurrences)
... Edom. (See NAS). Genesis 31:37 Now that you have felt around in all my stuff,
what have you found of all your householdstuff? Set ...
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Household-stuff (1 Occurrence)
Household-stuff. Household-servants, Household-stuff. Houses .
Multi-Version Concordance Household-stuff (1 Occurrence). ...
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Kinsmen (74 Occurrences)
... (See NAS RSV). Genesis 31:37 Now that you have felt around in all my stuff,
what have you found of all your householdstuff? Set ...
/k/kinsmen.htm - 28k

Lumber (1 Occurrence)
... pledge, or pawn. 2. (n.) Old or refuse householdstuff; things cumbrous,
or bulky and useless, or of small value. 3. (n.) Timber ...
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Gear (3 Occurrences)
... 1. (n.) Clothing; garments; ornaments. 2. (n.) Goods; property; householdstuff.
3. (n.) Whatever is prepared for use or wear; manufactured stuff or material. ...
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Whereas (55 Occurrences)
... (WEB KJV ASV WBS YLT NAS RSV). Genesis 31:37 Whereas thou hast searched all
my stuff, what hast thou found of all thy householdstuff? ...
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Tobijah (17 Occurrences)
... God. (DBY). Nehemiah 13:8 And it grieved me much, and I cast forth all the
householdstuff of Tobijah out of the chamber. (DBY). Zechariah ...
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Tobi'ah (15 Occurrences)
... (See RSV). Nehemiah 13:8 And it grieved me sore; therefore I cast forth all
the householdstuff of Tobiah out of the chamber. (See RSV). ...
/t/tobi'ah.htm - 10k

Explored (9 Occurrences)
... nothing. (DBY). Genesis 31:37 Whereas thou hast explored all my baggage,
what hast thou found of all thy householdstuff? Set it ...
/e/explored.htm - 9k

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