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In the context of the Bible, the term "snowed" is not directly used; however, snow itself is mentioned several times throughout the Scriptures. Snow is often used metaphorically to convey purity, cleansing, and the transformative power of God. It is also a natural phenomenon that illustrates the majesty and sovereignty of God's creation.

Biblical References to Snow:

1. Purity and Cleansing:
· In Isaiah 1:18, the prophet uses snow to symbolize the cleansing power of God: "Come now, let us reason together, says the LORD: Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red as crimson, they shall become like wool." Here, snow represents the purity and forgiveness that God offers to those who repent.

2. Divine Majesty and Power:
· Snow is also used to demonstrate God's control over nature. In Job 37:6, it is written, "For He says to the snow, ‘Fall on the earth,’ and to the rain shower, ‘Be a mighty downpour.’" This verse highlights God's command over the elements, showcasing His omnipotence.

3. Symbol of Transformation:
· In the transfiguration of Jesus, His appearance is described in terms of snow. Matthew 17:2 states, "There He was transfigured before them. His face shone like the sun, and His clothes became as white as the light." While not directly mentioning snow, the imagery of dazzling whiteness is reminiscent of snow's brilliance and purity.

4. Heavenly Imagery:
· Snow is used in apocalyptic and heavenly visions to describe the divine and the holy. In Daniel 7:9, the Ancient of Days is depicted with clothing "as white as snow," symbolizing purity and righteousness.

Cultural and Geographical Context:

In the ancient Near East, snow was not a common occurrence in most regions, but it was known to fall on higher elevations such as Mount Hermon. The rarity of snow in the everyday life of the Israelites made it a powerful symbol when used in Scripture. Its whiteness and purity provided a stark contrast to the often dusty and arid environment of the region, making it an effective metaphor for spiritual truths.

Theological Implications:

The use of snow in the Bible underscores several key theological themes. It emphasizes God's ability to cleanse and purify, transforming what is stained and sinful into something pure and holy. It also serves as a reminder of God's sovereignty over creation, as He commands the elements according to His will. Furthermore, snow's association with divine appearances and heavenly visions points to the holiness and otherness of God, inviting believers to reflect on His majesty and glory.

In summary, while the term "snowed" is not explicitly found in the Bible, the imagery and symbolism of snow play a significant role in conveying spiritual truths and illustrating the nature of God and His relationship with humanity.
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On Certain Modern Writers and the Institution of the Family
... If we were to-morrow morning snowed up in the street in which we live, we should
step suddenly into a much larger and much wilder world than we have ever known ...
//christianbookshelf.org/chesterton/heretics/xiv on certain modern writers.htm

Introduction
... It has snowed books, pamphlets, articles, views, maps, and guesses; and if much
has remained unsaid or been said with incautious brusqueness, rather than with ...
//christianbookshelf.org/marson/hugh bishop of lincoln/introduction.htm

Christian Morals. Part ii.
... appetite, because obvious food contents it; while Nero, [99] half famish'd, could
not feed upon a piece of bread, and, lingring after his snowed water, hardly ...
//christianbookshelf.org/browne/christian morals/christian morals part ii.htm

The Little Match Girl
... By HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN. It was terribly cold; it snowed and was already almost
dark, and evening came on, the last evening of the year. ...
/.../wells/bible stories and religious classics/the little match girl.htm

Preaching to a Press-Gang
... Mr. Phillips then guided us to Royader, about fourteen English miles. It snowed
hard behind us and on both sides, but not at all where we were. ...
/.../wesley/the journal of john wesley/preaching to a press-gang.htm

The Invasion of the Assyrians
... His friends said to him, 'If you go to the Council, Duke George will have you burnt.'
He answered, 'If it snowed Duke Georges nine days together, I must go ...
/.../kingsley/town and country sermons/sermon xxvii the invasion of.htm

How Moses when He had Brought the People Out of Egypt Led
... He tasted it; and perceiving that the people knew not what it was, and thought it
snowed, and that it was what usually fell at that time of the year, he ...
/.../josephus/the antiquities of the jews/chapter 1 how moses when.htm

The Travelers
... But none returned to him. They had neither seen nor heard of a pagan who was young
though the white hair of an old man snowed on his temples. ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/miller/the city of delight/chapter iv the travelers.htm

His First Continental Journey.
... It snowed all the next day, and the roads were deep in water, so that MS and MT
remained in-doors; but JY and WS walked to Homburgshausen, a village about a ...
/.../chapter vi his first continental.htm

1872-1874. Letter from Rev. AMW Christopher --Letter from Gulf of ...
... seated, enjoying a 'high' tea. It snowed all night, and drifted in at every
crevice of our bedroom window. "Snow fell all day, and ...
//christianbookshelf.org/lowe/gods answers/chapter v 1872-1874 letter from.htm

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Snowed (1 Occurrence)
... (imp. & pp) of Snow. Multi-Version Concordance Snowed (1 Occurrence). Psalms
68:14 When the Almighty scattered kings in her, it snowed on Zalmon. (WEB). ...
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Snow (25 Occurrences)
... 4. (vi) To fall in or as snow; -- chiefly used impersonally; as, it snows; it snowed
yesterday. 5. (vt) To scatter like snow; to cover with, or as with, snow. ...
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Zalmon (3 Occurrences)
... DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). Psalms 68:14 When the Almighty scattered kings
in her, it snowed on Zalmon. (WEB JPS ASV DBY NAS RSV NIV). ...
/z/zalmon.htm - 9k

Snoweth (1 Occurrence)

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Scattered (122 Occurrences)
... (WEB KJV ASV DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). Psalms 68:14 When the Almighty scattered
kings in her, it snowed on Zalmon. (WEB KJV ASV DBY WBS NAS RSV NIV). ...
/s/scattered.htm - 39k

Almighty (242 Occurrences)
... Selah. (See NIV). Psalms 68:14 When the Almighty scattered kings in her,
it snowed on Zalmon. (WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS NAS RSV NIV). ...
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Psalms 68:14
When the Almighty scattered kings in her, it snowed on Zalmon.
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