In the context of biblical terminology, the term "setter" does not appear explicitly in the canonical texts of the Bible. However, the concept of setting or placing, particularly in relation to God's divine order and establishment, is a recurring theme throughout Scripture. This entry explores the theological implications and scriptural references related to the idea of setting, as understood within the biblical narrative.

Divine Order and Establishment

The notion of God as the ultimate "setter" is evident in the creation account, where He establishes the heavens and the earth. Genesis 1:17 states, "God set them in the expanse of the sky to give light on the earth," referring to the celestial bodies. This act of setting demonstrates God's sovereign authority and intentional design in creation.

Setting Apart for Holiness

The concept of setting apart is central to the biblical understanding of holiness. In Leviticus 20:26 , God commands, "You are to be holy to Me because I, the LORD, am holy, and I have set you apart from the nations to be My own." Here, the Israelites are set apart as God's chosen people, distinct from other nations, to fulfill His purposes.

Setting Stones and Memorials

Throughout the Old Testament, physical stones and memorials are set up as reminders of God's faithfulness and covenant with His people. In Joshua 4:7 , after crossing the Jordan River, the Israelites are instructed, "These stones are to be a memorial to the people of Israel forever." Such settings serve as tangible symbols of divine intervention and promise.

Setting Kings and Authorities

The Bible frequently addresses the setting of kings and authorities as part of God's providential plan. In Daniel 2:21 , it is declared, "He changes the times and seasons; He removes kings and establishes them." This underscores the belief that all earthly authority is ultimately subject to God's sovereign will.

Setting the Heart and Mind

Scripture also speaks to the setting of one's heart and mind on spiritual matters. Colossians 3:2 exhorts believers, "Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things." This directive encourages Christians to focus on eternal truths and align their lives with God's purposes.

Setting Boundaries and Limits

God's establishment of boundaries is another significant theme. In Acts 17:26 , Paul speaks of God's sovereignty in setting the times and places for nations: "From one man He made every nation of men, that they should inhabit the whole earth; and He determined their appointed times and the boundaries of their lands." This reflects God's control over history and geography.

Conclusion

While the specific term "setter" is not found in the Bible, the concept of setting, whether it be in creation, holiness, authority, or personal devotion, is deeply embedded in the biblical narrative. It highlights God's sovereignty, intentionality, and the call for His people to live in accordance with His divine order.1. (n.) One who, or that which, sets; -- used mostly in composition with a noun, as typesetter; or in combination with an adverb, as a setter on (or inciter), a setter up, a setter forth.

2. (n.) A hunting dog of a special breed originally derived from a cross between the spaniel and the pointer. Modern setters are usually trained to indicate the position of game birds by standing in a fixed position, but originally they indicated it by sitting or crouching.

3. (n.) One who hunts victims for sharpers.

4. (n.) One who adapts words to music in composition.

5. (n.) An adornment; a decoration; -- with off.

6. (n.) A shallow seggar for porcelain.

7. (v. t.) To cut the dewlap (of a cow or an ox), and to insert a seton, so as to cause an issue.

2604. kataggeleus -- a proclaimer
... a proclaimer, preacher. From kataggello; a proclaimer -- setter forth. see GREEK
kataggello. (katangeleus) -- 1 Occurrence. 2603, 2604. kataggeleus. 2605 . ...
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August 19, 1894
... In my dealings with the novices I am like a setter on the scent of game.
The r??le gives me much anxiety because it so very exacting. ...
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The Ministry of Paul in Thessalonica, Berea, Athens, and Corinth.
... other some"He seemeth to be a setter forth of strange gods, because he preached
unto them Jesus and the resurrection." [102:7] Upwards of four hundred years ...
/.../killen/the ancient church/chapter vii the ministry of.htm

Berea and Athens
... among themselves, "What will this babbler say?" Others, "because he preached unto
them Jesus, and the resurrection," said, "He seemeth to be a setter forth of ...
/.../white/the acts of the apostles/lesson 23 berea and athens.htm

Acts xvii. 16, 17
... philosophy. "Other some said, He seemeth to be a setter forth of strange
gods," from the preaching, because he had no arrogance. ...
/.../chrysostom/homilies on acts and romans/homily xxxviii acts xvii 16.htm

Paul in Athens.
... of God; for they are foolishness unto him: neither can he know them, because they
are spiritually discerned." "Others said, He seemeth to be a setter forth of ...
/.../dick/lectures on the acts of the apostles/lecture xx paul in athens.htm

A Miracle of Grace
... would have risen up in his stead, he might have been content to die, rather than
to be the father of such a persecutor of God's people, and such a setter up of ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 62 1916/a miracle of grace.htm

Index.
... facility for, 34, in not. " superstitious, 66. Out-setter. cannot be a Church-warden,
43. " how far chargeable to rates, 54. Parish, what, 1, in not. ...
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Another Account of the Strange Aberrations of Sophia, and the ...
... They also go on to tell us that Horos is likewise called Metagogius, that is,
"a conductor about," as well as Horothetes (Setter of Limits). ...
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The Resurrection of the Dead
... It was this which stirred the curiosity of the Athenians when Paul preached among
them, "They said, he seemeth to be a setter forth of strange gods, because he ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 2 1856/the resurrection of the dead.htm

On Regeneration
... bumbler say? He seemeth to be a setter-forth of strange doctrines;" because
we preach unto them Christ, and the new-birth. That ...
/.../whitefield/selected sermons of george whitefield/on regeneration.htm

Setter (1 Occurrence)
... 1. (n.) One who, or that which, sets; -- used mostly in composition with a noun,
as typesetter; or in combination with an adverb, as a setter on (or inciter ...
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Setting (82 Occurrences)
... 3. (n.) The act of marking the position of game, as a setter does; also, hunting
with a setter. 4. (n.) Something set in, or inserted. ...
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Settest (13 Occurrences)

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Gods (310 Occurrences)
... pantheon. (3) As Paul preached Jesus and the resurrection at Athens the
people said he seemed to be a setter forth of strange gods. ...
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Feathered (2 Occurrences)
... with trees. 4. (a.) Having a fringe of feathers, as the legs of certain birds;
or of hairs, as the legs of a setter dog. 5. (a.) Having ...
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Flag (30 Occurrences)
... owls, etc. 8. (n.) A group of elongated wing feathers in certain hawks.
9. (n.) The bushy tail of a dog, as of a setter. 10. (vt ...
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Encountered (7 Occurrences)
... other some, He seemeth to be a setter forth of strange gods: because he preached
unto them Jesus, and the resurrection. (KJV WEY ASV WBS). ...
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Seemeth (36 Occurrences)
... other some, He seemeth to be a setter forth of strange gods: because he preached
unto them Jesus, and the resurrection. (KJV ASV WBS). ...
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Strange (234 Occurrences)
... the phrase occurs only once, in the account of Paul's experiences in Athens (Acts
17:18), when some of his auditors said, "He seemeth to be a setter forth of ...
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Set (6715 Occurrences)
... 35. (vi) To indicate the position of game; -- said of a dog; as, the dog
sets well; also, to hunt game by the aid of a setter. 36. ...
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