The term "jeoparded" refers to being exposed to danger, risk, or harm. In the context of the Bible, it is often used to describe situations where individuals or groups are placed in peril due to their faith, actions, or circumstances. The concept of jeopardy is significant in understanding the trials and tribulations faced by biblical figures and the faithfulness required to overcome such challenges.

Biblical Instances of Jeopardy

1. Esther and Mordecai: The account of Esther is a profound example of jeopardy. Esther, a Jewish queen in a Persian empire, risked her life by approaching King Xerxes without being summoned, to plead for the safety of her people. Mordecai, her cousin, also faced jeopardy when he refused to bow to Haman, leading to a decree for the annihilation of the Jews. Esther 4:16 records Esther's resolve: "Go, gather together all the Jews who are in Susa, and fast for me. Do not eat or drink for three days, night or day. I and my attendants will fast as you do. When this is done, I will go to the king, even though it is against the law. And if I perish, I perish."

2. Paul's Missionary Journeys: The Apostle Paul frequently faced jeopardy during his missionary journeys. He endured numerous hardships, including imprisonment, beatings, and shipwrecks, all for the sake of spreading the Gospel. In 2 Corinthians 11:26 , Paul recounts his experiences: "In my frequent journeys, I have been in danger from rivers, in danger from bandits, in danger from my own countrymen, in danger from Gentiles, in danger in the city, in danger in the country, in danger on the sea, and in danger among false brothers."

3. Daniel in the Lions' Den: Daniel's unwavering faith in God placed him in jeopardy when he was thrown into the lions' den for defying King Darius's decree to pray only to the king. Daniel 6:16 states, "So the king gave the order, and they brought Daniel and threw him into the den of lions. The king said to Daniel, 'May your God, whom you serve continually, deliver you!'"

Theological Significance

Jeopardy in the Bible often serves as a test of faith and obedience to God. It highlights the courage and steadfastness required to remain faithful in the face of danger. The willingness to face jeopardy for the sake of righteousness is a recurring theme, demonstrating the belief that God's providence and protection are paramount.

Faith and Deliverance

The Bible assures believers that while they may face jeopardy, God is their ultimate deliverer. Psalm 91:15 promises, "When he calls out to Me, I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble. I will deliver him and honor him." This assurance encourages believers to trust in God's sovereignty and faithfulness, even when confronted with perilous situations.

Conclusion

The concept of being "jeoparded" in the Bible underscores the trials faced by God's people and the faith required to endure them. Through these narratives, believers are reminded of the importance of trusting in God's protection and the ultimate victory that comes through faithfulness to Him.(imp. & p. p.) of Jeopard.

Deborah's Song
... Men. Zebulun was a people that jeoparded their lives unto the death, And Naphtali
upon the high places of the field. 3. THE BATTLE AND ROUT. Strophe. Men. ...
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1 Cor. Ix. 13, 14
... For he said not, "if we have jeoparded ourselves" or "exposed ourselves
to snares" but "if we sowed unto you spiritual things.". ...
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Herod and Peter.
... Yet, they displayed a spirit of heroism, which was never surpassed. "They jeoparded
their lives unto the death, in the high places of the field." We venerate ...
/.../dick/lectures on the acts of the apostles/lecture xiv herod and peter.htm

The Marvels of Holy Scripture, --Moral and Physical. --Jael's Deed ...
... and Manasseh [602] , had been found willing to throw in their lot with the two northern
tribes of Zebulun, and Naphtali,"who had "jeoparded their lives unto ...
/.../burgon/inspiration and interpretation/sermon vii the marvels of.htm

Rom. viii. 12, 13
... pleasing of the Father. So too they blasphemed when they had benefits done
them: but we are thankful at being jeoparded. And if there ...
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Letter iii. Having in the Former Two Letters Defined the Doctrine ...
... a patriot's love, she had shot the light of love from her eyes, and poured the
blessings of love from her lips, on the people that had JEOPARDED THEIR LIVES ...
/.../coleridge/confessions of an inquiring spirit etc/letter iii having in the.htm

The Hebrews and the Philistines --Damascus
... and Dan, why did he remain in ships?"Asher sat still at the haven of the sea"and
abode by his creeks."Zebulon was a people that jeoparded their lives ...
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Appeal to the Christian Women of the South
... They were mobbed by "the gentlemen of property and standing," in that city at their
anniversary meeting, and their lives were jeoparded by an infuriated crowd ...
/.../an appeal to the christian women of the south/appeal to the christian women.htm

Jeoparded (2 Occurrences)
...Jeoparded (2 Occurrences). Judges 5:18 Zebulun and Naphtali were a people that
jeoparded their lives unto the death in the high places of the field. ...
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Jeopard

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Jeopardize (1 Occurrence)

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Withdrawn (28 Occurrences)
... 2 Samuel 23:9 And after him was Eleazar the son of Dodo the son of an Ahohite, one
of the three mighty men with David, when they jeoparded their lives against ...
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Aho'hi (1 Occurrence)
... 2 Samuel 23:9 And after him was Eleazar the son of Dodo the son of an Ahohite, one
of the three mighty men with David, when they jeoparded their lives against ...
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Naph'tali (47 Occurrences)
... (DBY RSV). Judges 5:18 Zeb'ulun is a people that jeoparded their lives to the
death; Naph'tali too, on the heights of the field. (DBY RSV). ...
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Zeb'ulun (41 Occurrences)
... Judges 5:18 Zeb'ulun is a people that jeoparded their lives to the death;
Naph'tali too, on the heights of the field. (DBY RSV). ...
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Withdrew (55 Occurrences)
... 2 Samuel 23:9 And after him was Eleazar the son of Dodo the son of an Ahohite, one
of the three mighty men with David, when they jeoparded their lives against ...
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Elea'zar (72 Occurrences)
... 2 Samuel 23:9 And after him was Eleazar the son of Dodo the son of an Ahohite, one
of the three mighty men with David, when they jeoparded their lives against ...
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Heights (75 Occurrences)
... (WEB ASV). Judges 5:18 Zeb'ulun is a people that jeoparded their lives to the death;
Naph'tali too, on the heights of the field. (DBY RSV NIV). ...
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