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The concept of "solve" in the biblical context often relates to the idea of resolving problems, understanding mysteries, or discerning the will of God. While the specific term "solve" may not frequently appear in the Bible, the underlying principles of seeking wisdom, understanding, and guidance are prevalent throughout the Scriptures.

Wisdom and Understanding

The Bible frequently emphasizes the importance of wisdom and understanding as tools for solving life's challenges. In the book of Proverbs, wisdom is personified and extolled as a means to navigate the complexities of life. Proverbs 2:6 states, "For the LORD gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding." This verse highlights the belief that true wisdom, which aids in solving problems, is a divine gift.

Discernment and Guidance

The ability to discern and seek guidance is another biblical principle related to solving issues. James 1:5 encourages believers to seek divine wisdom: "Now if any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him." This passage underscores the importance of turning to God for insight and solutions.

Interpreting Dreams and Mysteries

In the Old Testament, figures like Joseph and Daniel are noted for their God-given ability to interpret dreams and solve mysteries. Joseph, for instance, interprets Pharaoh's dreams, providing a solution to the impending famine (Genesis 41). Similarly, Daniel is known for interpreting King Nebuchadnezzar's dreams, which none of the king's wise men could solve (Daniel 2). Daniel 2:28 states, "But there is a God in heaven who reveals mysteries, and He has made known to King Nebuchadnezzar what will happen in the latter days."

Conflict Resolution

The New Testament provides guidance on resolving conflicts within the Christian community. Matthew 18:15-17 outlines a process for addressing grievances among believers, emphasizing reconciliation and restoration. This passage reflects the biblical principle of solving interpersonal issues through communication and forgiveness.

Prayer and Divine Intervention

Prayer is a fundamental aspect of seeking solutions in the Bible. Philippians 4:6-7 encourages believers to present their requests to God: "Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." This passage suggests that prayer is a means of finding peace and resolution.

Conclusion

While the Bible may not explicitly use the term "solve," it provides numerous examples and teachings on how to approach and resolve life's challenges through wisdom, discernment, prayer, and divine guidance. These principles are integral to the Christian faith and offer a framework for addressing both personal and communal issues.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
1. (v. t.) To explain; to resolve; to unfold; to clear up (what is obscure or difficult to be understood); to work out to a result or conclusion; as, to solve a doubt; to solve difficulties; to solve a problem.

2. (n.) A solution; an explanation.

Greek
1956. epiluo -- to loose, to solve
... to loose, to solve. Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: epiluo Phonetic Spelling:
(ep-ee-loo'-o) Short Definition: I explain, interpret, decide Definition: I ...
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Strong's Hebrew
8271. shera -- to loosen, abide
... Word Origin (Aramaic) corresponding to sharah Definition to loosen, abide NASB Word
Usage began (1), dwells (1), loosed (1), solve (1), solving (1), went slack ...
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This Question I Should Briefly Solve, if I Should Say...
... Section 24. This question I should briefly solve, if I should say? 24. This
question I should briefly solve, if I should say, because ...
/.../augustine/of the work of monks /section 24 this question i.htm

The Construction of a Theodicy, not an Attempt to Solve Mysteries ...
... Section V. The construction of a Theodicy, not an attempt to solve mysteries,
but to dissipate absurdities. As we have merely undertaken ...
/.../a theodicy or vindication of the divine glory/section v the construction of.htm

What it is that Suffices Here to Solve the Question Why the Spirit ...
... Book XV. Chapter 27."What It is that Suffices Here to Solve the Question Why the
Spirit is Not Said to Be Begotten, and Why the Father Alone is Unbegotten. ...
/.../augustine/on the holy trinity/chapter 27 what it is that.htm

The Failure of Leibnitz not a Ground of Despair.
... that since Leibnitz exhausted the resources of his vast erudition, and exerted the
powers of his mighty intellect without success, to solve the problem in ...
/.../a theodicy or vindication of the divine glory/section ii the failure of.htm

How Solomon Built Himself a Royal Palace, Very Costly and Splendid ...
... Moreover, the king of Tyre sent sophisms and enigmatical sayings to Solomon, and
desired he would solve them, and free them from the ambiguity that was in them ...
/.../josephus/the antiquities of the jews/chapter 5 how solomon built.htm

The Existence of Moral Evil, or Sin, Reconciled with the Holiness ...
... Chapter VI. The Existence Of Moral Evil, Or Sin, Reconciled With The Holiness Of
God. One doubt remains, That wrings me sorely, if I solve it not. ...
/.../a theodicy or vindication of the divine glory/chapter vi the existence of.htm

On the Same Words of the Gospel, Matt. xxii. 42
... xxii. 42. [XCII. Ben.] On the same words of the Gospel, Matthew 22:42. 1. The question
which was proposed to the Jews, Christians ought to solve. ...
/.../sermons on selected lessons of the new testament/sermon xlii on the same.htm

Thy Will be done on Earth Also as in Heaven
... What footstool of the feet of God as the Church?"will easily solve the question
by replying that everyone in the church ought to pray to receive the paternal ...
//christianbookshelf.org/origen/origen on prayer/chapter xvi thy will be.htm

Some Time Ago, Macarius, a Man of Distinction from his Faith, his ...
... the Lord, he said, had shown him the appearance of a ship far off upon the sea coming
towards him, which ship, when it entered the port, was to solve all the ...
/.../11 some time ago macarius.htm

Its Basis
... pronounced just by a holy God? Various attempts have been made by unbelieving
minds to solve this problem. Some have reasoned that if ...
//christianbookshelf.org/pink/the doctrine of justification/4 its basis.htm

Thesaurus
Solve (3 Occurrences)
... vt) To explain; to resolve; to unfold; to clear up (what is obscure or difficult
to be understood); to work out to a result or conclusion; as, to solve a doubt ...
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Hiram (21 Occurrences)
... He tells us on the same authority that Hiram and Solomon sent problems to each other
to solve; that Hiram could not solve those sent him by Solomon, whereupon ...
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Key (8 Occurrences)
... Hence, that which serves to unlock, open, discover, or solve something unknown
or difficult; as, the key to a riddle; the key to a problem. ...
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Undo (9 Occurrences)
... 2. (vt) To loose; to open; to take to piece; to unfasten; to untie; hence, to unravel;
to solve; as, to undo a knot; to undo a puzzling question; to undo a ...
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Loose (219 Occurrences)
... 15. (v.) To relax; to loosen; to make less strict. 16. (v.) To solve; to interpret.
17. (vi) To set sail. Multi-Version Concordance Loose (219 Occurrences). ...
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Riddle (11 Occurrences)
... 6. (vt) To explain; to solve; to unriddle. 7. (vi) To speak ambiguously or
enigmatically. Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. RIDDLE. rid'-'-l (chidhah; ainigma). ...
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Resolve (3 Occurrences)
... 7. (vi) To solve, as a problem, by enumerating the several things to be done, in
order to obtain what is required; to find the answer to, or the result of. ...
/r/resolve.htm - 9k

Evolution
... place in the realm of pure science. The problem of ultimate origin is not
one that science can solve. If it is solved at all, it ...
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Difficulty (12 Occurrences)
... difficult; a thing hard to do or to understand; that which occasions labor or
perplexity, and requires skill and perseverance to overcome, solve, or achieve; ...
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Dissolve (4 Occurrences)
... 3. (vt) To convert into a liquid by means of heat, moisture, etc.,; to melt; to
liquefy; to soften. 4. (vt) To solve; to clear up; to resolve. ...
/d/dissolve.htm - 8k

Resources
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Solve (3 Occurrences)

Psalms 49:4
I will incline my ear to a proverb. I will open my riddle on the harp.
(See RSV)

Daniel 5:12
because an excellent spirit, and knowledge, and understanding, interpreting of dreams, and showing of dark sentences, and dissolving of doubts, were found in the same Daniel, whom the king named Belteshazzar. Now let Daniel be called, and he will show the interpretation.
(See RSV NIV)

Daniel 5:16
But I have heard of you, that you can give interpretations, and dissolve doubts; now if you can read the writing, and make known to me its interpretation, you shall be clothed with purple, and have a chain of gold about your neck, and shall be the third ruler in the kingdom.
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