Topical Encyclopedia In the context of the Bible, the term "plot" often refers to a scheme or plan, typically one that is secretive or deceitful, devised by individuals or groups to achieve a particular end. Throughout the Scriptures, plots are frequently depicted as actions taken by those who oppose God's will or seek to harm His people. These narratives serve as moral and spiritual lessons, illustrating the consequences of human scheming against divine purposes.Old Testament Examples 1. Joseph's Brothers: One of the earliest examples of a plot in the Bible is the conspiracy of Joseph's brothers. Driven by jealousy, they plotted to kill him but ultimately decided to sell him into slavery. Genesis 37:18-20 recounts, "When Joseph’s brothers saw him in the distance, and before he arrived, they plotted to kill him. 'Here comes that dreamer!' they said to one another. 'Come now, let us kill him and throw him into one of the pits. We can say that a vicious animal devoured him. Then we will see what becomes of his dreams!'" 2. Haman's Plot Against the Jews: In the Book of Esther, Haman, an official in the Persian Empire, devised a plot to annihilate the Jewish people. Esther 3:6 states, "And when he learned the identity of Mordecai’s people, Haman scorned the idea of killing only Mordecai. Instead, he sought to destroy all the Jews, Mordecai’s people, throughout the whole kingdom of Xerxes." 3. The Conspiracy Against Daniel: Daniel faced a plot by jealous officials who sought to eliminate him by manipulating King Darius into signing a decree that would lead to Daniel's punishment. Daniel 6:4-5 describes, "Thus the administrators and satraps sought a charge against Daniel regarding the kingdom. But they could find no charge or corruption, because he was trustworthy, and no negligence or corruption was found in him. Finally these men said, 'We will never find any charge against this Daniel unless it is against the law of his God.'" New Testament Examples 1. The Plot to Kill Jesus: The Gospels recount the religious leaders' plot to kill Jesus, motivated by fear of His growing influence and challenge to their authority. Matthew 26:3-4 notes, "At that time the chief priests and elders of the people assembled in the courtyard of the high priest, whose name was Caiaphas, and they conspired to arrest Jesus covertly and kill Him." 2. The Plot Against Paul: The Apostle Paul faced numerous plots against his life due to his missionary work and preaching of the Gospel. Acts 23:12-13 records, "When daylight came, the Jews formed a conspiracy and bound themselves with an oath not to eat or drink until they had killed Paul. More than forty of them were involved in this plot." Theological Implications Plots in the Bible often highlight the tension between human free will and divine sovereignty. While individuals may devise plans for evil, the overarching narrative of Scripture demonstrates that God's purposes ultimately prevail. Proverbs 19:21 encapsulates this truth: "Many plans are in a man’s heart, but the purpose of the LORD will prevail." These accounts also serve as a reminder of the moral and ethical standards expected of God's people. Believers are called to trust in God's justice and righteousness, even when faced with opposition and deceit. The accounts of Joseph, Esther, Daniel, and others illustrate the importance of faithfulness and integrity in the face of adversity. Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary 1. (n.) A small extent of ground; a plat; as, a garden plot.2. (n.) A plantation laid out. 3. (n.) A plan or draught of a field, farm, estate, etc., drawn to a scale. 4. (v. t.) To make a plot, map, pr plan, of; to mark the position of on a plan; to delineate. 5. (n.) Any scheme, stratagem, secret design, or plan, of a complicated nature, adapted to the accomplishment of some purpose, usually a treacherous and mischievous one; a conspiracy; an intrigue; as, the Rye-house Plot. 6. (n.) A share in such a plot or scheme; a participation in any stratagem or conspiracy. 7. (n.) Contrivance; deep reach of thought; ability to plot or intrigue. 8. (n.) A plan; a purpose. 9. (n.) In fiction, the story of a play, novel, romance, or poem, comprising a complication of incidents which are gradually unfolded, sometimes by unexpected means. 10. (v. i.) To form a scheme of mischief against another, especially against a government or those who administer it; to conspire. 11. (v. i.) To contrive a plan or stratagem; to scheme. 12. (v. t.) To plan; to scheme; to devise; to contrive secretly. Greek 1748. enedreuo -- to lie in wait for, to plot ... to lie in wait for, to plot. Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: enedreuo Phonetic Spelling: (en-ed-ryoo'-o) Short Definition: I lie in wait for, seek to ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/1748.htm - 6k 4945. sunomosia -- a swearing together, ie a conspiracy 1917. epiboule -- a plan against 1747. enedra -- a lying in wait, an ambush 2684. kataskopeo -- to view closely, spy out 5564. chorion -- a place, property 4237. prasia -- a garden bed 2212. zeteo -- to seek 4116. platus -- broad, subst. a street 4823. sumbouleuo -- to take counsel together, advise Strong's Hebrew 2665. chephes -- a device, plot... 2664, 2665. chephes. 2666 . a device, plot. Transliteration: chephes Phonetic Spelling: (khay'-fes) Short Definition: plot. Word ... /hebrew/2665.htm - 6k 2161. zamam -- to consider, purpose, devise 4284. machashabah -- thought, device 2803. chashab -- to think, account 2513a. chelqah -- a portion (of ground) 2162. zamam -- a plan, device 1697. dabar -- speech, word 4209. mezimmah -- purpose, discretion, device 3738. karah -- to dig 4204. mazor -- perhaps a net Library A Plot Detected An Account of the Plot Formed against the Holy Athanasius. Another Plot against Athanasius. Success of the Plot. The Plot of the Pharisees. Jesus Predicts, the Rulers Plot For, and Judas Bargains for his ... Account of the Bishops Euphratas and vincentius, and of the Plot ... Antipater is Accused Before Varus, and is Convicted of Laying a ... In Jericho and at Bethany - Jericho - a Guest with Zacch??us - the ... Of Justina, the Wife of Valentinianus, and of Her Plot against ... Thesaurus Plot (53 Occurrences)... 1. (n.) A small extent of ground; a plat; as, a garden plot. ... 4. (vt) To make a plot, map, pr plan, of; to mark the position of on a plan; to delineate. ... /p/plot.htm - 22k Conspire (18 Occurrences) Intrigue (3 Occurrences) Jizreel (30 Occurrences) Naboth (18 Occurrences) Plan (58 Occurrences) Pick (37 Occurrences) Yesterday (13 Occurrences) Onto (22 Occurrences) Jizreelite (7 Occurrences) Resources Was the Apostle Paul actually a false prophet? | GotQuestions.orgWhat does the Bible say about false accusations? | GotQuestions.org Is the rock opera Jesus Christ Superstar biblical? | GotQuestions.org Plot: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Plot (53 Occurrences)Mark 3:6 John 4:5 Acts 4:25 Acts 9:24 Acts 20:3 Acts 23:12 Acts 23:13 Acts 23:16 Acts 23:30 Acts 25:3 Genesis 33:19 2 Samuel 23:11 2 Samuel 23:12 2 Kings 9:10 2 Kings 9:21 2 Kings 9:25 2 Kings 9:26 2 Kings 9:36 2 Kings 9:37 1 Chronicles 11:13 1 Chronicles 11:14 Nehemiah 4:15 Esther 2:22 Esther 2:23 Esther 8:3 Esther 9:25 Psalms 2:1 Psalms 2:2 Psalms 21:11 Psalms 31:13 Psalms 35:4 Psalms 37:12 Psalms 38:12 Psalms 58:2 Psalms 59:5 Psalms 64:6 Psalms 83:3 Psalms 83:5 Psalms 140:8 Proverbs 12:20 Proverbs 14:22 Proverbs 16:30 Proverbs 24:2 Isaiah 28:25 Jeremiah 11:18 Jeremiah 48:2 Ezekiel 17:7 Ezekiel 17:10 Ezekiel 45:2 Daniel 11:24 Hosea 7:15 Micah 2:1 Nahum 1:9 Subtopics Connivance: General Scriptures Concerning Related Terms |
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