Definition and Context
Seizing, in a biblical context, refers to the act of taking possession or control of something or someone, often by force or authority. This concept appears in various narratives and teachings throughout the Bible, illustrating both physical and spiritual dimensions of seizing.

Old Testament References
In the Old Testament, seizing is often associated with military conquests and divine judgment. For instance, the Israelites were commanded to seize the Promised Land from its inhabitants. In Deuteronomy 7:1-2 , God instructs Israel: "When the LORD your God brings you into the land you are entering to possess, and He drives out before you many nations... you must devote them to complete destruction." This seizing of land was seen as fulfilling God's promise and executing His judgment.

Another example is found in the account of David and Bathsheba. In 2 Samuel 11, King David seizes Bathsheba, the wife of Uriah, which leads to a series of tragic events. This narrative highlights the moral and spiritual consequences of seizing what is not rightfully one's own.

New Testament References
In the New Testament, the concept of seizing takes on a more spiritual dimension. Jesus speaks of the Kingdom of Heaven being seized by force in Matthew 11:12 : "From the days of John the Baptist until now, the kingdom of heaven has been subject to violence, and the violent lay claim to it." This passage suggests a fervent pursuit of God's kingdom, emphasizing the urgency and determination required to enter it.

The Apostle Paul also uses the imagery of seizing in a spiritual context. In Philippians 3:12 , he writes, "Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already been perfected, but I press on to take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of me." Here, seizing is portrayed as an active pursuit of spiritual maturity and fulfillment of one's divine calling.

Theological Implications
Seizing, as depicted in the Bible, often involves a tension between human ambition and divine will. It serves as a reminder of the importance of aligning one's actions with God's purposes. The narratives of seizing land, power, or spiritual blessings underscore the necessity of discernment and obedience to God's commands.

In a spiritual sense, believers are encouraged to seize the opportunities for growth and service that God provides. This involves a proactive faith that seeks to lay hold of God's promises and live out His calling with zeal and commitment.

Moral and Ethical Considerations
The act of seizing, particularly when done unjustly or without divine sanction, is often portrayed negatively in Scripture. It serves as a caution against covetousness, greed, and the misuse of power. The account of Ahab and Naboth's vineyard in 1 Kings 21 illustrates the destructive consequences of seizing what belongs to another, leading to divine judgment.

Conversely, seizing in accordance with God's will is depicted as a righteous act. The conquest of Canaan, when done in obedience to God's command, is seen as fulfilling His covenant promises to Israel.

Conclusion
The biblical concept of seizing encompasses both physical and spiritual dimensions, highlighting the importance of aligning one's actions with God's will. Whether in the context of land, power, or spiritual blessings, seizing serves as a reminder of the need for discernment, obedience, and a fervent pursuit of God's purposes.1. (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Seize.

2. (n.) The act of taking or grasping suddenly.

3. (n.) The operation of fastening together or lashing.

4. (n.) The cord or lashing used for such fastening.

725. harpagmos -- the act of seizing or the thing seized
... the act of seizing or the thing seized. Part of Speech: Noun, Masculine Transliteration:
harpagmos Phonetic Spelling: (har-pag-mos') Short Definition: spoil, an ...
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4813. sulao -- to plunder
... strip. Cognate: 4813 -- properly, to plunder, exercising "right of " to
strip and take spoil (like seizing ). See 4812 (). Word ...
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2776. kephale -- the head
... head. From the primary kapto (in the sense of seizing); the head (as the part
most readily taken hold of), literally or figuratively -- head. ...
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1949. epilambanomai -- to lay hold of
... 1949 (from 1909 , ", fitting" intensifying 2983 , " take") -- properly, lay hold
of something, showing (" resolve") that "matches" the seizing (ie laying hold ...
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1805. exagorazo -- to buy up, ie ransom, fig. to rescue from loss
... 1805 (from 1537 , "completely " which intensifies 59 , "buy-up at the marketplace") --
properly, take of, seizing a buying-opportunity, ie making the most of ...
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726. harpazo -- to seize, catch up, snatch away
... 726 -- properly, seize by force; up, suddenly and decisively -- like someone seizing
bounty (spoil, a prize); to take by an of force (ie covertly or secretly). ...
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4084. piazo -- to lay hold of, to take
... Word Origin a late form of piezo Definition to lay hold of, to take NASB
Word Usage caught (2), seize (6), seized (3), seizing (1). ...
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How those are to be Admonished who Desire not the Things of Others ...
... are those who neither desire what belongs to others nor bestow what is their own,
and those who give of what they have, and yet desist not from seizing on what ...
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The Nailing of Jesus to the Cross.
... had woven for him over his head, on account of the crown of thorns; they tore off
this most painful crown, thus reopening every wound, and seizing the garment ...
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That Evening Vergilius Went to Feast with the Young Herodian ...
... He jumped to his feet, black eyes flashing under heavy brows, and, seizing a lance,
broke the slave's arm with a blow and drove him out of the chamber. ...
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How to be Admonished are those who Give Away what is their Own ...
... punishment. Let them consider in what guilt the seizing of goods must bind
them, if not parting with them subjects to such a penalty. ...
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Jesus Drives Out the Money-Changers.
... Seizing it in the middle and twisting it once or twice round his hand, Jesus converted
it into a whip of cords, with which he drove out the traders. "Away! ...
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2 Timothy iv. 13-Sep
... Thou seest then that good things are multiplied on being possessed by
many, but earthly goods are rather diminished by seizing. ...
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The Mystery
... the body rests, and on which it is moved, and walks, and of which those before answer
the purpose of hands and arms to beasts, in holding, seizing, and fighting ...
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Sunday after Ascension Day
... Peter's meaning is this: Since you are a people called to contend with this powerful
spirit which is more intent on seizing your souls than is the wolf on ...
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An unconscionable time a-dying
... in Tacitus of how the veterans mutinied in the German wilderness; of how they mobbed
Germanicus, clamouring to go home; and of how, seizing their general's hand ...
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And on the Following Day, the Fourth Day of the Week...
... I will give him up to you. They therefore gave him officers for the purpose
of seizing Him. And as they were going along, Judas ...
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Seizing (7 Occurrences)
... 3. (n.) The operation of fastening together or lashing. 4. (n.) The cord or lashing
used for such fastening. Multi-Version Concordance Seizing (7 Occurrences). ...
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Grasp (20 Occurrences)
... 5. (n.) Reach of the arms; hence, the power of seizing and holding; as,
it was beyond his grasp. 6. (n.) Forcible possession; hold. ...
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In (142459 Occurrences)
... (adv.) With privilege or possession; -- used to denote a holding, possession, or
seizing; as, in by descent; in by purchase; in of the seizing of her husband. ...
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Catch (46 Occurrences)
... 14. (vi) To take hold; as, the bolt does not catch. 15. (vi) To spread by, or as
by, infecting; to communicate. 16. (n.) Act of seizing; a grasp. 17. ...
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Apprehension (3 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (n.) The act of seizing or taking hold of;
seizure; as, the hand is an organ of apprehension. 2. (n ...
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Seizure (1 Occurrence)
... 1. (n.) The act of seizing, or the state of being seized; sudden and violent grasp
or gripe; a taking into possession; as, the seizure of a thief, a property ...
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Vesture (10 Occurrences)
... 2. (n.) The corn, grass, underwood, stubble, etc., with which land was covered;
as, the vesture of an acre. 3. (vt) Seizing; possession. ...
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Vine (76 Occurrences)
... or trailing plant; the long, slender stem of any plant that trails on the ground,
or climbs by winding round a fixed object, or by seizing anything with its ...
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Nip (1 Occurrence)
... 5. (vt) To vex or pain, as by nipping; hence, to taunt. 6. (n.) A seizing or closing
in upon; a pinching; as, in the northern seas, the nip of masses of ice. ...
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Nearly (13 Occurrences)
... Matthew 18:28 But no sooner had that servant gone out, than he met with one of his
fellow servants who owed him 100 shillings; and seizing him by the throat ...
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