In the context of the Bible, the concept of "spills" can be understood both literally and metaphorically, encompassing physical spills of substances as well as the broader spiritual and moral implications of actions and their consequences. The Bible, while not frequently addressing the term "spills" directly, provides numerous instances and teachings that relate to the idea of spilling, particularly in terms of blood, tears, and blessings.

Blood Spills

The spilling of blood is a significant theme throughout the Scriptures, often associated with violence, sacrifice, and atonement. In Genesis 4:10, after Cain kills Abel, the Lord says, "What have you done? The voice of your brother’s blood cries out to Me from the ground." This passage highlights the gravity of shedding innocent blood and the divine awareness of such acts. The Mosaic Law further addresses the consequences of bloodshed, emphasizing justice and the sanctity of life (Exodus 21:12-14).

In the sacrificial system of the Old Testament, the spilling of animal blood was central to atonement rituals. Leviticus 17:11 states, "For the life of the flesh is in the blood, and I have given it to you on the altar to make atonement for your souls; for it is the blood that makes atonement by the life." This prefigures the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ, whose blood was spilled for the redemption of humanity (Hebrews 9:22).

Tears and Emotional Spills

The Bible also acknowledges the spilling of tears as a natural human response to sorrow, repentance, and compassion. In Psalm 56:8, David expresses his trust in God's care, saying, "You have taken account of my wanderings; put my tears in Your bottle. Are they not in Your book?" This metaphorical collection of tears signifies God's intimate awareness of human suffering and His compassion for those who mourn.

Jesus Himself wept, as recorded in John 11:35, demonstrating His empathy and deep emotional connection with humanity. The spilling of tears is thus seen as an expression of genuine emotion and a call to divine comfort and intervention.

Blessings and Overflow

The concept of spills can also be applied to the idea of blessings overflowing. In Malachi 3:10, God promises abundance to those who are faithful in tithing: "Bring the full tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in My house. Test Me in this," says the LORD of Hosts, "and see if I will not open the windows of heaven and pour out for you blessing without measure." This imagery of blessings being poured out suggests an overflow of divine favor and provision.

Similarly, in Psalm 23:5, David declares, "You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows." The overflowing cup symbolizes the abundance of God's grace and the richness of His provision for His people.

Moral and Spiritual Implications

The Bible also addresses the moral and spiritual implications of actions that lead to metaphorical spills, such as the consequences of sin and disobedience. Proverbs 6:16-19 lists things the Lord hates, including "hands that shed innocent blood," highlighting the moral responsibility to avoid actions that lead to harm and spiritual downfall.

In the New Testament, believers are called to live lives that reflect the fruit of the Spirit, avoiding actions that lead to spiritual spills or moral failures (Galatians 5:22-23). The emphasis is on self-control, righteousness, and living in a manner that honors God and edifies others.

In summary, while the Bible may not explicitly use the term "spills" frequently, the concept is woven throughout its teachings, illustrating the physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of human experience and divine interaction.

Righteousness
... And goes about. Guided by faith, not by exterior light. Who spills no blood, nor
spreads. Thorns in the beds. Of the distrest, hasting their overthrow; ...
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Festus Succeeds Felix who is Succeeded by Albinus as He is by ...
... Some also of the seditious cried out upon Florus, and cast the greatest reproaches
upon him, and carried a basket about, and begged some spills of money for him ...
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Our Strong City
... shivered the vessel. Any drop of sin poured into your cup of communion with
God, shatters the cup and spills the wine. Whosoever thinks ...
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Fourth Tractate. Matter in Its Two Kinds.
... But I prefer to use the word phantasm as hinting the indefiniteness into which the
Soul spills itself when it seeks to communicate with Matter, finding no ...
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Spills (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Spills (1 Occurrence). Job 16:13 His archers surround
me. He splits my kidneys apart, and does not spare. ...
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Spilled (6 Occurrences)

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Spilt (2 Occurrences)

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