Definition and Context: The term "snaps" does not appear directly in the Bible; however, it can be understood in a broader sense as a sudden, sharp sound or action. In a biblical context, this could relate to moments of sudden divine intervention, judgment, or revelation. The Bible often describes God's actions as swift and decisive, akin to a "snap" in their immediacy and impact.

Biblical Instances and Symbolism:

1. Divine Intervention: The Bible frequently depicts God intervening in human affairs with suddenness and authority. For example, in the account of Elijah on Mount Carmel, God responds to Elijah's prayer with fire from heaven, consuming the sacrifice instantly (1 Kings 18:38). This sudden act of God can be likened to a "snap," demonstrating His power and presence.

2. Judgment: The concept of a sudden judgment is prevalent throughout Scripture. In the New Testament, Jesus speaks of His return as coming "like a thief in the night" (1 Thessalonians 5:2), emphasizing the unexpected and swift nature of divine judgment. This imagery conveys the idea of a "snap" moment when God's justice is executed without warning.

3. Revelation and Prophecy: Prophetic visions and revelations often occur suddenly, as seen in the experiences of the prophets. For instance, the Apostle John describes his vision on the island of Patmos as happening "in the Spirit on the Lord's Day" (Revelation 1:10), indicating a sudden and transformative encounter with the divine.

4. Miracles: Many of Jesus' miracles were performed instantaneously, reflecting the immediacy of His divine authority. When Jesus heals the centurion's servant, it is done with a word, and the servant is healed "at that very hour" (Matthew 8:13). This immediate healing can be seen as a "snap" of divine power.

Theological Implications:

· God's Sovereignty: The suddenness of God's actions underscores His sovereignty and control over time and events. It reminds believers of the importance of readiness and faithfulness, as God's intervention can occur at any moment.

· Human Response: The unpredictability of these "snap" moments calls for vigilance and spiritual preparedness. Believers are encouraged to live in a state of readiness, as Jesus admonishes in the parable of the ten virgins (Matthew 25:1-13).

· Hope and Assurance: For the faithful, the concept of God's sudden intervention is a source of hope and assurance. It affirms that God is actively involved in the world and will ultimately bring about His purposes swiftly and decisively.

Conclusion: While the term "snaps" is not explicitly found in Scripture, the concept of sudden, decisive action is a recurring theme that highlights God's power, judgment, and the need for human readiness.2388. chazaq -- to be or grow firm or strong, strengthen
... repairing (1), resist (1), resolutely (2), retain (1), retained (1), seize (4),
seized (6), seizes (2), severe (5), show ourselves courageous (2), snaps shut (1 ...
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5423. nathaq -- to pull, draw, or tear away, apart, or off
... apart (1), broken (2), burst (1), drag off (1), draw away (1), drawn away (3), lifted
(1), pull (1), pull off (1), separated (1), snapped (2), snaps (1), tear ...
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There is a Definite Moment at which the Seed is Ripe...
... last long curve flat on the surface. Then this snaps off, and leaves the
head deep hidden. The spear-like grass you see opposite ...
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A Divided Heart
... Division cuts our bowstrings, snaps our spears, hoofs our horses, and burns our
chariots in the fire. We are undone the moment the link of love is snapped. ...
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Grieving the Holy Spirit
... When I commit any offense, some friend who hath but little patience, suddenly
snaps asunder his forbearance and is angry with me. ...
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Shaping a Prayer on the Anvil of the Knees.
... The writer of the Hebrews lets in light here. The strain of spirit almost snaps
the life-thread. And a parenthetical prayer for strength goes up. ...
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Irresistible Logic.
... in the thick of the enemy, up and down, parry and thrust, and just about holding
his own, when suddenly, without a moment's warning, the blade snaps close up ...
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A Good Man's Faults
... So he snaps the tie, abandons his work, and goes away without a kindly word, without
a blessing, without the Church's prayers"but with his nephew for whom he ...
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God Our Refuge
... Come, see the mighty works of the Lord, Who makes wars cease to the end of the earth
He snaps the bow, and breaks the spear, And burns up the chariots with fire ...
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Sweet Comfort for Feeble Saints
... A reed that groweth in the fen or marsh, let but the wild duck light upon it, and
it snaps; let but the foot of man brush against it and it is bruised and ...
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Turning-Points
... a poor soul; and that poor soul sees neither heaven nor hell, nor anything but his
own selfish interest, selfish pleasure, or selfish pride, and snaps at the ...
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Fifth Commandment
... When I see a young man as polite as any gentleman can be when he is out in society,
but who snaps up his mother and speaks unkindly to his father, I would not ...
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Snaps (2 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Snaps (2 Occurrences). Judges 16:9 Now she had
men lying in wait in an inner chamber. And she said to him ...
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Bowstrings (4 Occurrences)
... And she said to him, "The Philistines are upon you, Samson! " But he snapped the
bowstrings, as a string of tow snaps when it touches the fire. ...
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Snapped (4 Occurrences)
... And she said to him, "The Philistines are upon you, Samson!" But he snapped the
bowstrings, as a string of tow snaps when it touches the fire. ...
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Snapping (1 Occurrence)

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Snare (69 Occurrences)

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