In the context of a Bible Encyclopedia or Topical Bible, the term "muse" is not directly referenced in the Scriptures. However, the concept of musing, or deep contemplation and reflection, is a practice that aligns with biblical teachings on meditation and thoughtful consideration of God's Word and works.

Biblical Meditation and Reflection

The practice of musing can be closely associated with biblical meditation, which involves pondering and reflecting on the Scriptures and the nature of God. In the Bible, meditation is often encouraged as a means of drawing closer to God and understanding His will. For instance, in Joshua 1:8 , it is written: "This Book of the Law must not depart from your mouth; you are to meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. For then you will prosper and succeed in all you do."

Similarly, Psalm 1:2 highlights the blessedness of the one who delights in the law of the Lord and meditates on it day and night. This form of meditation is not an emptying of the mind but a filling of it with God's truth, leading to spiritual growth and wisdom.

Contemplation of God's Works

The act of musing can also be seen in the contemplation of God's creation and mighty works. Psalm 143:5 states, "I remember the days of old; I meditate on all Your works; I consider the work of Your hands." Here, the psalmist reflects on God's past deeds and creation, which serves to strengthen faith and trust in God's ongoing providence and power.

Heartfelt Reflection

Musing involves a heartfelt reflection that engages both the mind and the spirit. In Psalm 19:14 , the psalmist prays, "May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in Your sight, O LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer." This verse underscores the importance of aligning one's thoughts and reflections with God's will, seeking to please Him through sincere and thoughtful meditation.

Application in Christian Life

For Christians, musing on God's Word and His attributes is a vital spiritual discipline. It involves setting aside time to thoughtfully engage with Scripture, allowing the Holy Spirit to illuminate its truths and apply them to one's life. This practice can lead to a deeper understanding of God's character, a greater appreciation for His creation, and a more profound sense of His presence in daily life.

In summary, while the specific term "muse" is not found in the Bible, the concept of musing as deep reflection and meditation is deeply embedded in biblical teachings. It is a practice that encourages believers to engage with God's Word and works, fostering spiritual growth and a closer relationship with the Creator.1. (n.) A gap or hole in a hedge, hence, wall, or the like, through which a wild animal is accustomed to pass; a muset.

2. (n.) One of the nine goddesses who presided over song and the different kinds of poetry, and also the arts and sciences; -- often used in the plural.

3. (n.) A particular power and practice of poetry.

4. (n.) A poet; a bard.

5. (n.) To think closely; to study in silence; to meditate.

6. (n.) To be absent in mind; to be so occupied in study or contemplation as not to observe passing scenes or things present; to be in a brown study.

7. (n.) To wonder.

8. (v. t.) To think on; to meditate on.

9. (v. t.) To wonder at.

10. (n.) Contemplation which abstracts the mind from passing scenes; absorbing thought; hence, absence of mind; a brown study.

11. (n.) Wonder, or admiration.

MUSE; MUSING

muz, muz'-ing: The word occurs twice in the Old Testament, in the sense of "meditate" (Psalm 39:3, chaghigh; Psalm 143:5, siach); in the New Testament once (Luke 3:15, dialogizomai, where the Revised Version (British and American) reads "reasoned").

3451. mousikos -- skilled in the arts (esp. music)
... Word Origin from Mousa (a Muse) Definition skilled in the arts (esp. ... musician. From
Mousa (a Muse); "musical", ie (as noun) a minstrel -- musician. ...
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1260. dialogizomai -- to consider
... reasoning (7), wondering (1). consider, dispute, muse, reason, think. From
dia and logizomai; to reckon thoroughly, ie (genitive ...
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7878. siach -- to muse, complain, talk (of)
... 7877, 7878. siach. 7879 . to muse, complain, talk (of). Transliteration:
siach Phonetic Spelling: (see'-akh) Short Definition: meditate. ...
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7742. suach -- perhaps to muse
... suach. 7743 . perhaps to muse. Transliteration: suach Phonetic Spelling:
(soo'-akh) Short Definition: meditate. ... A primitive root; to muse pensively -- meditate ...
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1897. hagah -- to moan, growl, utter, speak, muse
... hagah. 1898 . to moan, growl, utter, speak, muse. Transliteration: hagah Phonetic
Spelling: (daw-gaw') Short Definition: meditate. Word Origin a prim. ...
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The Last Smile of the Muse
... SAINT AUGUSTIN I THE LAST SMILE OF THE MUSE. ... He will never more look back. These
Dialogues at Cassicium are his supreme farewell to the pagan Muse. ...
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What are the Clouds?
... if we had any fields a little greener than Moorfields, Smithfield, and Spafields,
I would do as Isaac did, go into the fields at eventide and muse and meditate ...
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Westminster Abbey.
... He has not, if I recollect aright, ever employed his muse in commemorating our great
Abbey; but that muse is instinct with all those lofty and yet tender ...
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To the Right Honourable the Earl of Lichfield.
... I grant the Muse. Has often blush'd at her degenerate sons,. ... But let not these
inexpiable strains. Condemn the Muse that knows her dignity; ...
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To the Honourable Mr Yorke.
... TO THE HONOURABLE MR YORKE. NIGHT FOURTH. THE CHRISTIAN TRIUMPH. A much-indebted
muse, O Yorke! intrudes. Amid the smiles of fortune, and of youth,. ...
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The Gladness of the Man of Sorrows
... Oh that while we muse upon these things our heavenly Father may hear the prayer
of our great Advocate who once cried on our behalf""And now come I to thee ...
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Jesus Comforting his Friends.
... Not all regret, the face will shine Upon me while I muse alone; And that dear
voice, I once have known, Still speak to me of me and mine: ...
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Hymn Before Meat
... Scorn, my Muse, light ivy-leaves Wherewith custom wreathed thy brow: Love a mystic
crown conceives And a rhythmic garland weaves: Bind on thee God's praises now ...
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Hymn for all Hours
... Let me chant in sacred numbers, as I strike each sounding string, Chant in sweet,
melodious anthems, glorious deeds of Christ our King; He, my Muse, shall be ...
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Sacrifice.
... life without any responsibility for it, where men are wayfarers only and come and
go like a river on whose bank you lie, and help you to muse and perhaps to ...
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Muse (5 Occurrences)
... 11. (n.) Wonder, or admiration. Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. MUSE; MUSING.
muz ... Multi-Version Concordance Muse (5 Occurrences). Psalms ...
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Mused (4 Occurrences)
... (imp. & pp) of Muse. Multi-Version Concordance ... Psalms 77:3 When I think thereon,
O God, I must moan; when I muse thereon, my spirit fainteth. Selah (See NIV). ...
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Musing (3 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Muse. Int. Standard Bible
Encyclopedia. MUSE; MUSING. muz, muz'-ing: The word occurs ...
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Muscles (7 Occurrences)

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Weighs (12 Occurrences)
... (See NIV). Isaiah 33:18 Thy heart shall muse on the terror: 'Where is he that counted,
where is he that weighed? Where is he that counted the towers?' (See NAS) ...
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Faints (8 Occurrences)
... water. (See RSV). Psalms 77:3 When I think thereon, O God, I must moan;
when I muse thereon, my spirit fainteth. Selah (See RSV). ...
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Think (601 Occurrences)
... not think of it. 4. (vt) To reflect upon any subject; to muse; to meditate;
to ponder; to consider; to deliberate. 5. (vt) To form ...
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Meditation (15 Occurrences)
... 63:6 Isaiah 33:18 the King James Version); of suach (Genesis 24:63); of siach (Psalm
119:15, 23, etc.; Psalm 143:5, the King James Version "muse"; 1 Chronicles ...
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Meditated (6 Occurrences)
... doings. (YLT). Psalms 143:5 I have remembered days of old, I have meditated
on all Thine acts, On the work of Thy hand I muse. (YLT). ...
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Meditate (37 Occurrences)
... 1. (vi) To keep the mind in a state of contemplation; to dwell on anything in
thought; to think seriously; to muse; to cogitate; to reflect. ...
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