Topical Encyclopedia In the biblical context, the term "pattern" often refers to a model, example, or blueprint that God provides for His people to follow. This concept is woven throughout Scripture, illustrating how God desires His people to live according to His divine design.Old Testament The idea of a pattern is prominently featured in the construction of the Tabernacle. In Exodus 25:9, God instructs Moses, "According to all that I show you—the pattern of the tabernacle and the pattern of all its furnishings—you shall make it just so." This directive underscores the importance of adhering to God's specific instructions, as the Tabernacle was to be a holy place where God would dwell among His people. The detailed pattern given to Moses served as a physical representation of heavenly realities, emphasizing the need for precision and obedience in worship. Similarly, in 1 Chronicles 28:11-12, King David gives Solomon the plans for the Temple, which he received by divine revelation. "Then David gave his son Solomon the plans for the portico of the temple, its buildings, storerooms, upper rooms, inner rooms, and the room for the mercy seat, as well as the plans for all that he had by the Spirit, for the courts of the house of the LORD, for all the surrounding chambers, for the treasuries of the house of God, and for the treasuries of the dedicated things." This passage highlights the continuity of God's pattern from the Tabernacle to the Temple, reinforcing the concept of divine order and purpose. New Testament In the New Testament, the concept of a pattern extends to the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. Believers are called to imitate Christ, who is the ultimate pattern for Christian living. In 1 Peter 2:21, it is written, "For to this you were called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow in His footsteps." Jesus' life serves as a model of humility, obedience, and sacrificial love, which believers are encouraged to emulate. The Apostle Paul also speaks of patterns in his epistles. In Philippians 3:17, he urges, "Join one another in following my example, brothers, and carefully observe those who walk according to the pattern we set for you." Paul presents himself and other faithful leaders as examples to follow, emphasizing the importance of living according to the teachings and lifestyle demonstrated by Christ and His apostles. Theological Significance The concept of a pattern in Scripture underscores the importance of divine order and intentionality. God's patterns are not arbitrary; they reflect His character and purposes. By following these patterns, believers align themselves with God's will and participate in His redemptive plan. The adherence to divine patterns is an act of worship and obedience, reflecting a heart that seeks to honor God in all aspects of life. Patterns in Scripture also serve as a means of instruction and guidance. They provide a framework for understanding God's expectations and the principles by which His people are to live. Whether in the construction of sacred spaces or in the conduct of daily life, patterns reveal the consistency and faithfulness of God, who desires His people to reflect His holiness and righteousness. Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary 1. (n.) Anything proposed for imitation; an archetype; an exemplar; that which is to be, or is worthy to be, copied or imitated; as, a pattern of a machine.2. (n.) A part showing the figure or quality of the whole; a specimen; a sample; an example; an instance. 3. (n.) Stuff sufficient for a garment; as, a dress pattern. 4. (n.) Figure or style of decoration; design; as, wall paper of a beautiful pattern. 5. (n.) Something made after a model; a copy. 6. (n.) Anything cut or formed to serve as a guide to cutting or forming objects; as, a dressmaker's pattern. 7. (n.) A full-sized model around which a mold of sand is made, to receive the melted metal. It is usually made of wood and in several parts, so as to be removed from the mold without injuring it. 8. (v. t.) To make or design (anything) by, from, or after, something that serves as a pattern; to copy; to model; to imitate. 9. (v. t.) To serve as an example for; also, to parallel. International Standard Bible Encyclopedia PATTERNpat'-ern (tabhnith, "model," mar'eh, "a vision" or "view"): The Old Testament words translated "pattern" do not necessarily indicate a drawing such as a modern constructor begins with, or the patterns made from these drawings for the guidance of workmen. In Exodus 25:9, 40 the word "idea" or "suggestion" would possibly indicate more distinctly than "pattern" what Moses received in regard to the building of the tabernacle, etc. It is doubtful if any architect's drawing was ever made of the temple. It is not the custom in Palestine and Syria today to work from any pattern more concrete than an idea. A man who wants a house calls the builder and says he wants to build so many rooms of such and such dimensions with, for example, a court 10 drahs (arm's lengths) wide and 15 drahs long, made of sandstone and plastered inside and out. With these meager instructions the builder starts. The details are worked out as the building proceeds. When a piece of iron or brass work is to be made, the customer by gestures with his hands outlines the form the piece should take. "I want it haik wa haik" ("thus and thus"), he says, and leaves the metal worker to conceive the exact form. It is probable that directions similar to these were given by David to Solomon. "Then David gave Solomon his son the pattern (his conception) of the porch of the temple," etc. (1 Chronicles 28:11). The above does not apply to Greek and Roman work in Syria. Their workmen, probably mostly native, were trained to work from models. Williams in the Architect, January, 1913, says of the works at Baalbek and Palmyra, "There is a machine-like resemblance betokening slavish copying." At the present time native workmen coming under the influence of foreigners are beginning to work from models and plans, but they show little tendency to create models of their own. Greek 5296. hupotuposis -- an outline, sketch, fig. an example ... an example. Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine Transliteration: hupotuposis Phonetic Spelling: (hoop-ot-oop'-o-sis) Short Definition: a pattern, example Definition ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/5296.htm - 6k 5262. hupodeigma -- a figure, copy, example 5179. tupos -- typically 499. antitupos -- struck back, corresponding to 3402. mimetes -- an imitator 5179b. tupos -- the mark (of a blow), an impression, stamp (made ... 5261. hupogrammos -- a writing to be copied, an example 5294. hupotithemi -- to place under, lay down, mid. to suggest 4964. suschematizo -- to conform to Strong's Hebrew 8403. tabnith -- construction, pattern, figure... 8402, 8403. tabnith. 8404 . construction, pattern, figure. Transliteration: tabnith Phonetic Spelling: (tab-neeth') Short Definition: likeness. ... /hebrew/8403.htm - 6k 4758. mareh -- sight, appearance, vision 8508. toknith -- measurement, proportion 1823. demuth -- likeness, similitude 8404. Taberah -- "burning," a place in the desert Library The Pattern of Service Paul a Pattern of Prayer Daniel: a Pattern for Pleaders Jonathan, the Pattern of Friendship Hezekiah, a Pattern of Devout Life Paul a Pattern of Prayer Josiah, a Pattern for the Ignorant. Christ Jesus Our Pattern in Doing and Suffering. Psalm 2 Translated According to the Divine Pattern, Acts 4:24, Etc ... A Heavenly Pattern for Our Earthly Life Thesaurus Pattern (28 Occurrences)... 1. (n.) Anything proposed for imitation; an archetype; an exemplar; that which is to be, or is worthy to be, copied or imitated; as, a pattern of a machine. ... /p/pattern.htm - 19k Model (9 Occurrences) Fashion (24 Occurrences) Damask (1 Occurrence) Furniture (24 Occurrences) Construct (6 Occurrences) Shewing (23 Occurrences) Shape (17 Occurrences) Exactly (26 Occurrences) Plan (58 Occurrences) Resources What is the biblical pattern of church leadership? | GotQuestions.orgWhat does it mean to not conform to the pattern of this world (Romans 12:2)? | GotQuestions.org What does it mean that believers do not continue to sin (1 John 3:6; 5:18)? | GotQuestions.org Pattern: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Pattern (28 Occurrences)Acts 7:44 Romans 5:14 Romans 12:2 Galatians 4:28 Philippians 3:17 1 Thessalonians 1:6 1 Thessalonians 1:7 2 Thessalonians 3:9 1 Timothy 1:16 1 Timothy 4:12 2 Timothy 1:13 Titus 2:7 Hebrews 8:5 Hebrews 9:23 Hebrews 9:24 Exodus 25:9 Exodus 25:40 Numbers 8:4 Deuteronomy 4:16 Deuteronomy 4:17 Deuteronomy 4:18 Joshua 22:28 2 Kings 16:10 1 Chronicles 28:11 1 Chronicles 28:12 1 Chronicles 28:18 1 Chronicles 28:19 Ezekiel 43:10 Subtopics Related Terms Tiglathpileser (3 Occurrences) Tiglath-pileser (6 Occurrences) Uncorruptedness (1 Occurrence) First-begotten (2 Occurrences) Tig'lath-pile'ser (3 Occurrences) |
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