Definition and Meaning:

The term "shod" refers to the act of putting on shoes or sandals, often used in the context of being prepared or equipped for a journey or task. In biblical times, footwear was an essential part of a person's attire, symbolizing readiness and protection. The concept of being "shod" is used both literally and metaphorically in the Scriptures.

Biblical References:

1. Ephesians 6:15 : "and with your feet fitted with the readiness of the gospel of peace." In this passage, the Apostle Paul describes the armor of God, where believers are instructed to have their feet "shod" with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. This metaphorical use emphasizes the importance of being prepared to spread the message of peace and salvation through Jesus Christ.

2. Exodus 12:11 : "This is how you are to eat it: with your cloak tucked into your belt, your sandals on your feet, and your staff in your hand. Eat it in haste; it is the LORD’s Passover." Here, the Israelites are instructed to eat the Passover meal with their sandals on, symbolizing their readiness to leave Egypt at God's command. Being "shod" in this context signifies preparedness for the journey to freedom.

3. Isaiah 5:27 : "None of them grows weary or stumbles; no one slumbers or sleeps. No belt is loosened at the waist, and no sandal strap is broken." This verse describes the readiness and strength of God's people, with their sandals intact, indicating their preparedness for action and their unwavering commitment to God's mission.

Symbolism and Application:

In biblical symbolism, being "shod" often represents readiness, protection, and the ability to move forward with purpose. Just as physical shoes protect the feet and enable a person to walk long distances, spiritual readiness equips believers to face challenges and fulfill their divine calling.

· Readiness for the Gospel: As seen in Ephesians 6:15, being "shod" with the gospel of peace implies that Christians should always be prepared to share the message of Christ. This readiness involves understanding the gospel, living it out in daily life, and being willing to communicate it to others.

· Protection and Guidance: Footwear in biblical times provided protection from rough terrain and harsh conditions. Spiritually, being "shod" signifies the protection and guidance that come from living according to God's Word and being led by the Holy Spirit.

· Preparedness for Spiritual Warfare: The imagery of being "shod" as part of the armor of God highlights the necessity of being equipped for spiritual battles. Just as soldiers in ancient times needed sturdy footwear for combat, Christians are called to be spiritually prepared to stand firm against the forces of evil.

Cultural and Historical Context:

In ancient Near Eastern cultures, footwear was a practical necessity for travel and daily life. Sandals were the most common form of footwear, made from leather or other durable materials. The act of putting on sandals was often associated with embarking on a journey or undertaking a significant task.

In biblical narratives, the mention of being "shod" often accompanies moments of transition or divine instruction, underscoring the importance of readiness and obedience to God's commands.1. (imp. & p. p.) f Shoe.

2. (imp. & p. p.) of Shoe.

5265. hupodeo -- to bind under
... hupodeo Phonetic Spelling: (hoop-od-eh'-o) Short Definition: I put on my feet
Definition: (lit: I bind under), mid: I put on my feet, pass: I am shod. ...
//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/5265.htm - 6k7701. shod -- violence, havoc, devastation, ruin
shod or shod. 7700, 7701. shod or shod. 7702 . violence, havoc, devastation,
ruin. Transliteration: shod or shod Phonetic Spelling ...
/hebrew/7701.htm - 6k

7699b. shod -- (female) breast
... 7699a, 7699b. shod. 7700 . (female) breast. Transliteration: shod Short Definition:
breast. ... 7699a, 7699b. shod. 7700 . Strong's Numbers.
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7736. shud -- waste
... shud. 7737 . waste. Transliteration: shud Phonetic Spelling: (shood) Short Definition:
waste. Word Origin see shadad. shod Definition see NH7699b, NH7701. waste ...
/hebrew/7736.htm - 5k

5275. naal -- a sandal, shoe
... Word Origin from naal Definition a sandal, shoe NASB Word Usage dry-shod (1), sandal
(7), sandals (9), shoe (2), shoes (3). dryshod, shoe latchet,. ...
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5431. saan -- to tread, tramp
... warrior. A primitive root; to be miry; used only as denominative from c'own; to
shoe, ie (active participle) a soldier shod -- warrior. see HEBREW c'own. ...
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7699. shad -- (female) breast
... breast, pap, teat Or shod {shode}; probably from shuwd (in its original sense)
contracted; the breast of a woman or animal (as bulging) -- breast, pap, teat. ...
/hebrew/7699.htm - 5k

Shod for the Road
... THE BOOK OF DEUTERONOMY SHOD FOR THE ROAD. 'Thy shoes shall be iron and brass;
and as thy days, so shall thy strength be.' Deuteronomy 33:25. ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture f/shod for the road.htm

The Armour of God
... was the hope of success. And for their feet"they must be shod with the
preparation of the Gospel of peace. That is a grand saying ...
/.../kingsley/discipline and other sermons/sermon xi the armour of god.htm

A Supplementary Chapter to the Bible in Spain
... on the back of a mule, which, to use his own expression, had the devil in her body,
a regular jade, which would neither allow herself to be shod or saddled ...
/.../a supplementary chapter to the.htm

Ephesians vi. 14-17
... 14-17. Ephesians vi.14-17 "Stand therefore, having girded your loins with truth,
and having on the breastplate of righteousness; and having shod your feet with ...
/.../homily xxiv ephesians vi 14-17.htm

A Soldier's Shoes
... EPHESIANS A SOLDIER'S SHOES. 'Your feet shod with the preparation of the
gospel of peace.'"Ephesians 6:15. Paul drew the first ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture ephesians peter/a soldiers shoes.htm

A Sermon Made by M. Hugh Latimer, at the Time of the Insurrection ...
... to our prince, and faithful love to our neighbours; and take no false quarrels in
hand, nor any feigned armour; but in justice, "having your feet shod for [the ...
/.../latimer/sermons on the card and other discourses/a sermon made by m.htm

Change not Always Improvement.
... slippers [53] too? For a Tyrian [54] to be shod in anything but gold,
is by no means consonant with Greek habits. Some one will ...
/.../tertullian/on the pallium/chapter iv change not always improvement.htm

Strong and Loving
... My feet may be well shod"and it used to be said that a soldier's shoes were of as
much importance in the battle as his musket"my feet may be well shod, but ...
/.../maclaren/romans corinthians to ii corinthians chap v/strong and loving.htm

On Lent, I.
... "Stand, therefore," dearly-beloved, as the Apostle says, "having the loins of your
mind girt in truth, and your feet shod in the preparation of the gospel of ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/leo/writings of leo the great/sermon xxxix on lent i.htm

The Swelling of Jordan
... ever lived, sitting in his cottage, vine clad, from which the grapes hang, made
purple by the kiss of the sun as the day dies out of the sky, shod with wooden ...
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Shod (5 Occurrences)
... 2. (imp. & pp) of Shoe. Multi-Version Concordance Shod (5 Occurrences). Mark 6:9
But be shod with sandals; and not put on two coats. (KJV ASV DBY WBS YLT). ...
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Sandals (30 Occurrences)
... who have been mentioned by name rose up, and took the captives, and with the spoil
clothed all who were naked among them, and arrayed them, and shod them, and ...
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Clothe (52 Occurrences)
... who have been mentioned by name rose up, and took the captives, and with the spoil
clothed all who were naked among them, and arrayed them, and shod them, and ...
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Shoe (13 Occurrences)

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Kinsfolk (13 Occurrences)
... who have been mentioned by name rose up, and took the captives, and with the spoil
clothed all who were naked among them, and arrayed them, and shod them, and ...
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Good-news (1 Occurrence)
... Good-news (1 Occurrence). Ephesians 6:15 and having the feet shod in the preparation
of the good-news of the peace; (YLT). Goodness, Good-news. Goods . ...
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Ishod (1 Occurrence)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia ISHOD. i'-shod, ish'-od (`ishehodh): the King James
Version 1 Chronicles 7:18 for ISHHOD (which see). Multi-Version Concordance ...
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Embroidered (26 Occurrences)
... Ezekiel 16:10 I clothed you also with embroidered work, and shod you with sealskin,
and I girded you about with fine linen, and covered you with silk. ...
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Expressed (13 Occurrences)
... which were expressed by name rose up, and took the captives, and with the spoil
clothed all that were naked among them, and arrayed them, and shod them, and ...
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Designated (22 Occurrences)
... who have been mentioned by name rose up, and took the captives, and with the spoil
clothed all who were naked among them, and arrayed them, and shod them, and ...
/d/designated.htm - 13k

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