Spilt
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In the context of the Bible, the term "spilt" often refers to the act of pouring out or shedding, particularly in relation to blood or other significant substances. The concept of spilling is frequently associated with sacrifice, covenant, and atonement, reflecting the gravity and sanctity of such acts in biblical theology.

Spilt Blood

The spilling of blood holds profound significance throughout the Scriptures, symbolizing both life and death. In the Old Testament, the sacrificial system established by God required the spilling of animal blood as a means of atonement for sin. 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 verse underscores the belief that life is inherent in the blood, and its spilling is necessary for reconciliation with God.

The concept of spilt blood reaches its fulfillment in the New Testament with the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. His crucifixion is seen as the ultimate atonement for sin, with His blood being spilt for the salvation of humanity. In Matthew 26:28 , Jesus declares during the Last Supper, "This is My blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins." Here, the spilling of Christ's blood establishes a new covenant, offering redemption and eternal life to believers.

Spilt Oil

In addition to blood, the spilling of oil is another significant biblical motif. Oil, often used for anointing, symbolizes the Holy Spirit, consecration, and blessing. The anointing of kings, priests, and prophets involved the spilling of oil as a sign of God's favor and empowerment. For instance, in 1 Samuel 16:13 , "So Samuel took the horn of oil and anointed him in the presence of his brothers, and the Spirit of the LORD rushed upon David from that day forward."

The parable of the ten virgins in Matthew 25:1-13 also highlights the importance of oil, where the wise virgins' preparedness with oil for their lamps symbolizes spiritual readiness and vigilance for the coming of the bridegroom, representing Christ.

Spilt Water

Water, another vital substance, is occasionally depicted as being spilt in the Bible, often symbolizing purification and life. In 2 Samuel 14:14 , the inevitability of death is likened to water spilt on the ground, which cannot be gathered up again: "For we will surely die and be like water spilled on the ground, which cannot be gathered up again. Yet God does not take away life; instead, He devises ways so that the banished one may not be cast out from Him."

This imagery emphasizes the transient nature of human life and the divine provision for restoration and reconciliation with God.

Spilt Wine

Wine, representing joy and celebration, is also mentioned in the context of being spilt. In the New Testament, Jesus' first miracle at the wedding in Cana involved turning water into wine, symbolizing the abundance and joy of the new covenant. While the act of spilling wine is not directly mentioned, the transformation of water into wine signifies the overflowing grace and blessings brought by Christ.

Overall, the concept of "spilt" in the Bible is rich with theological meaning, encompassing themes of sacrifice, covenant, anointing, purification, and divine provision. Each instance of spilling, whether of blood, oil, water, or wine, carries profound spiritual implications, reflecting the depth of God's interaction with humanity throughout the biblical narrative.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
1. (imp. & p. p.) of Spill.

2. (p. p.) of Spill.

3. (v.) imp. & p. p. of Spill.

Strong's Hebrew
5064. nagar -- to pour, flow, run
... fall, flow away, pour down out, run, shed, spilt, trickle down. A primitive
root; to flow; figuratively, to stretch out; causatively ...
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On Genesis.
... But "boil not over," says the Spirit, by way of comfort, that it might not, by boiling
utterly over, be spilt abroad,"giving it hope of salvation. ...
/.../hippolytus/the extant works and fragments of hippolytus/on genesis.htm

The Sheep and their Shepherd
... On asking her why she did this, she told him it was to prevent the motion
of the water, for fear it might be spilt. And so, said ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 17 1871/the sheep and their shepherd.htm

A Divine Colloquy Between the Soul and Her Saviour Upon the ...
... thee that I was slain indeed, seeing my heart-blood gushed out, and the water which
compassed ray heart flowed forth after it, which once spilt, must needs die ...
/.../bayly/the practice of piety/a divine colloquy between the.htm

"What is Your Life?"
... A flower. A handbreath. A weaver's shuttle. A shepherd's tent removed. Water spilt
on the ground. A thread cut by the weaver. Grass. A dream. Wind. Nothing. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/drummond/the ideal life/what is your life.htm

The Withered Fig Tree
... Words"the words of Jesus"had been wasted; and even tears"tears of the Saviour"had
been spilt in vain; it was time that the sign should be given"the ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 35 1889/the withered fig tree.htm

V. ...
... strengthen yourselves with the mind which you receive from Christ; for, if we are
Christians, then must we also say, My Master has suffered and spilt His blood ...
/.../the epistles of st peter and st jude preached and explained/chapter iv v .htm

How Can I Obtain Faith?
... There is no need to explain to me before I drink that the water is supplied by a
company, and forced to the spilt by sundry machines, having been first ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 18 1872/how can i obtain faith.htm

Precious Deaths
... Had Napoleon spoken forth his mind about the lives of men in the day of battle,
he would have likened them to so much water spilt upon the ground. ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 18 1872/precious deaths.htm

Amore Langueo. ...
... in thine heart: Loved be Thou, King: and thanked be Thou, King, and blessed be Thou,
King, JESU all my joying, of all Thy good gifts: Who for me spilt Thy blood ...
/.../chapter vii amore langueo .htm

Heaven.
... Those sins that brought a curse upon the whole world, that spilt the heart-blood
of our dearest Saviour, and that laid his tender soul under the flaming wrath ...
//christianbookshelf.org/bunyan/the riches of bunyan/xxvii heaven.htm

Thesaurus
Spilt (2 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Spilt (2 Occurrences). ... Otherwise the new wine would burst
the skins, the wine itself would be spilt, and the skins be destroyed. (WEY). ...
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Spin (4 Occurrences)

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Otherwise (78 Occurrences)
... skins. Otherwise the new wine would burst the skins, the wine itself would
be spilt, and the skins be destroyed. (WEY DBY YLT NAS). ...
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Wine-skins (7 Occurrences)
... skins. Otherwise the new wine would burst the skins, the wine itself would
be spilt, and the skins be destroyed. (WEY ASV BBE). Luke ...
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Itself (203 Occurrences)
... skins. Otherwise the new wine would burst the skins, the wine itself would
be spilt, and the skins be destroyed. (WEY ASV YLT). Luke ...
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Expelled (16 Occurrences)
... 2 Samuel 14:14 For we must needs die, and are as water spilt on the ground, which
cannot be gathered up again; neither doth God respect any person: yet doth he ...
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Pour (137 Occurrences)
... skins. Otherwise the new wine would burst the skins, the wine itself would
be spilt, and the skins be destroyed. (WEY DBY YLT NIV). ...
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Satisfaction (15 Occurrences)
... Compare poine, which Liddell and Scott define as "properly quit-money for blood
spilt, the fine paid by the slayer to the kinsman of the slain, as a ransom ...
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Spilled (6 Occurrences)
... 2 Samuel 14:14 For we must needs die, and are as water spilt on the ground, which
cannot be gathered up again; neither doth God respect any person; but let him ...
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Spills (1 Occurrence)

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