In biblical terminology, a "bulwark" refers to a defensive wall or fortification, often symbolizing protection and strength. The concept of a bulwark is used metaphorically in Scripture to describe God's protection over His people and the security found in His presence.

Psalm 91:4 · "He will cover you with His feathers; under His wings you will find refuge; His faithfulness is a shield and rampart." In this verse, the term "rampart" is synonymous with a bulwark, illustrating God's faithfulness as a protective barrier for those who trust in Him.

Psalm 18:2 · "The LORD is my rock, my fortress, and my deliverer. My God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold." Here, the imagery of God as a fortress and stronghold conveys the idea of a bulwark, emphasizing His role as a steadfast protector.

Isaiah 26:1 · "In that day this song will be sung in the land of Judah: We have a strong city; He sets up salvation as walls and ramparts." This prophetic declaration speaks of God's salvation as a bulwark, providing security and peace for His people.

Proverbs 18:10 · "The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe." The metaphor of a strong tower serves as a bulwark, highlighting the safety and refuge found in the Lord's name.

Nahum 1:7 · "The LORD is good, a stronghold in the day of distress; He cares for those who trust in Him." This verse reassures believers of God's protective nature, likening Him to a stronghold or bulwark during times of trouble.

Ephesians 6:11 · "Put on the full armor of God, so that you can make your stand against the devil’s schemes." While not directly mentioning a bulwark, the imagery of armor suggests a defensive strategy akin to a bulwark, underscoring the spiritual protection available to believers through God's provision.

Throughout Scripture, the concept of a bulwark serves as a powerful symbol of divine protection and strength. It reflects the assurance that God is a reliable refuge and defense for those who place their trust in Him, providing safety amidst the trials and challenges of life.Deuteronomy 20:20
Only the trees which you know that they be not trees for meat, you shall destroy and cut them down; and you shall build bulwarks against the city that makes war with you, until it be subdued.
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2 Chronicles 26:15
And he made in Jerusalem engines, invented by cunning men, to be on the towers and on the bulwarks, to shoot arrows and great stones with. And his name spread far abroad; for he was marvelously helped, till he was strong.
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Ecclesiastes 9:14
There was a little city, and few men within it; and there came a great king against it, and besieged it, and built great bulwarks against it:
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The Orthodox Confession of Mogilas, AD 1643.
... of eternal salvation, according to the sacred Scriptures (James 2 ... and Galatians,
which are the bulwark of the ... and almsgiving, and the four general virtues which ...
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Interpretation of Holy Scripture. --Inspired Interpretation. --The ...
... our own private fancies, than to a general consensus of ... pliability as will make His
own Scriptures mean anything ... that Bible, which is the great bulwark of the ...
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Of the Five Sacraments, Falsely So Called. Their Spuriousness ...
... two divisions of this chapter,"I. A general discussion of ... Were the bulwark of our
faith to be sought ... at length, first, what the Scriptures teach concerning ...
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Of Immediate Revelation.
... believe the truth delivered in the scriptures; but not at ... the saints, it being a
general epistle, directed ... most firm, constant, and certain bulwark against all ...
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P??dobaptism. Its Accordance with the Institution of Christ, and ...
... To these general heads may be referred all that the Scriptures teach concerning ...
27. But they boast of having their strongest bulwark in the very ...
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The Power of the Holy Ghost
... knew nothing begins to read the Scriptures: thus out ... will especially manifest his
power"the general resurrection. ... of the Holy Spirit is your bulwark, and all ...
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History of Arian Opinions.
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in the 7th General Council, Act ... the Danube, and was the great bulwark of the ...
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On Eutropius, the Eunuch, Patrician and Consul.
... tongue, and in fact his whole general appearance were ... and a calm haven, and secure
bulwark; and when ... sacrifice," [814] and throughout the Scriptures you find ...
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'Time for Thee to Work'
... that this is the Christ.' The Scriptures which we ... be broken into spray against that
rock bulwark: 'Thy words ... seem enough to suppose a mere general reference to ...
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Matt. v. 27, 28
... reserve, and builds up this fear as a bulwark, urging on ... able to govern my tongue?"
and in general, all His ... you are not persuaded out of the Scriptures, I am ...
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