In the context of the Bible, the term "stuffs" refers to personal belongings, goods, or possessions. The word is often used to describe the material items that individuals own or carry with them. The concept of "stuffs" is significant in biblical narratives, as it often highlights themes of material wealth, stewardship, and the transient nature of earthly possessions.

Old Testament References

1. Genesis 31:37 : In the account of Jacob and Laban, Jacob challenges Laban to identify any of his "stuffs" that have been wrongfully taken. The verse states, "Now that you have searched all my goods, what have you found of all your household goods? Set it here before my brothers and yours, and let them judge between the two of us." Here, "stuffs" refers to Jacob's personal belongings, emphasizing the integrity and honesty in his dealings.

2. Exodus 22:7 : The law concerning theft and restitution includes a reference to "stuffs." The verse reads, "If a man gives his neighbor money or goods to keep and it is stolen from the neighbor’s house, the thief, if caught, must pay back double." This passage underscores the importance of trust and responsibility in handling another's possessions.

3. 1 Samuel 10:22 : When Saul is chosen as king, he is found hiding among the "stuffs." The verse states, "So they inquired further of the LORD, 'Has the man come here yet?' And the LORD said, 'He is hiding among the supplies.'" This moment illustrates Saul's initial reluctance and humility before assuming the kingship.

New Testament Context

While the specific term "stuffs" is not commonly used in the New Testament, the concept of material possessions is addressed frequently. Jesus' teachings often focus on the proper attitude towards wealth and possessions.

1. Matthew 6:19-21 : Jesus instructs His followers on the impermanence of earthly treasures: "Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also." This teaching emphasizes the priority of spiritual wealth over material "stuffs."

2. Luke 12:15 : Jesus warns against covetousness, saying, "Watch out! Guard yourselves against every form of greed, for one’s life does not consist in the abundance of his possessions." This highlights the danger of placing too much value on material goods.

Theological Implications

The biblical perspective on "stuffs" serves as a reminder of the temporary nature of material possessions and the importance of prioritizing spiritual values. Believers are encouraged to view their belongings as tools for service and stewardship rather than as ends in themselves. The Bible consistently teaches that true wealth is found in a relationship with God and in the treasures of heaven, rather than in the accumulation of earthly goods.2405. chatuboth -- dark-hued stuffs
... 2404, 2405. chatuboth. 2406 . dark-hued stuffs. Transliteration: chatuboth
Phonetic Spelling: (khat-oo-baw') Short Definition: colored. ...
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Personal Notes: Relics Nearby that the Three Kings had Given to ...
... and the writer. Sister Emmerich: When Anna went away, she took with her
many of the kings' gifts, especially stuffs. Some of these ...
/.../the life of the blessed virgin mary/xv personal notes relics nearby.htm

I an African Free-Town Subject to Rome
... the thresholds, white figures crouched upon rush-mats"indolent outlines, draped
with bright colours, or muffled in rough and sombre wool-stuffs; a horseman ...
/.../bertrand/saint augustin/i an african free-town subject.htm

Women who Saved a Nation
... A woman or two for each warrior, For Sisera a spoil of dyed stuffs, A spoil of
dyed stuffs embroidered, Some pieces of lace for his neck?'. ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/sherman/the childrens bible/women who saved a nation.htm

The Holy Family in Bethlehem after the Departure of the Kings.
... These contain part of the kings' gifts, stuffs of various kinds and golden vessels,
which in later years were used at the first Christian religious services. ...
/.../emmerich/the life of the blessed virgin mary/xiv the holy family in.htm

John the Baptist --visit of Jesus to John, and his Abode in the ...
... The desert by which he was, so to speak, surrounded, early attracted him.[4] He
led there the life of a Yogi of India, clothed with skins or stuffs of camel's ...
/.../renan/the life of jesus/chapter vi john the baptistvisit.htm

Through the Red Sea
... burden-bearing animals, precious among Israel, for they were laden with the records
of the tribes, much treasure in jewels and fine stuffs, incense, writing ...
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The Present Distress of Nations.
... bear. The "distress" caused by shortage of fuel and food-stuffs so that
one half of the world is living upon short rations. The ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/pink/the redeemers return/6 the present distress of.htm

Ep. Li. An Answer to a Request Made by Nicobulus for a Treatise on ...
... Their entire omission shews rusticity, but the abuse of them shews insatiability.
We may use them about as much as purple is used in woven stuffs. ...
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The Copies of Things in the Heavens
... The time specified was ample to get ready a wooden framework of small
dimensions, with some curtains and coverings of woven stuffs. ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture k/the copies of things in.htm

Of the Question Whether the First Three Evangelists are Quite in ...
... are all at one in informing us how the Lord was wrapped in the linen cloth by Joseph,
preclude us from entertaining the idea that other linen stuffs may have ...
/.../augustine/the harmony of the gospels/chapter xxiii of the question whether.htm

Stuffs (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Stuffs (1 Occurrence). Isaiah 19:9 And they that work
in fine flax, and they that weave white stuffs shall be ashamed. (DBY). ...
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Sis'era (19 Occurrences)
... Judges 5:30 Are they not finding and dividing the spoil? --A maiden or two for every
man; spoil of dyed stuffs for Sis'era, spoil of dyed stuffs embroidered ...
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Dividing (23 Occurrences)
... NAME? maiden or two for every man; spoil of dyed stuffs for Sis'era, spoil of dyed
stuffs embroidered, two pieces of dyed work embroidered for my neck as spoil ...
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Maiden (40 Occurrences)
... (WEB JPS ASV). Judges 5:30 Are they not finding and dividing the spoil? --A maiden
or two for every man; spoil of dyed stuffs for Sis'era, spoil of dyed stuffs...
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Finding (57 Occurrences)
... NAME? maiden or two for every man; spoil of dyed stuffs for Sis'era, spoil of dyed
stuffs embroidered, two pieces of dyed work embroidered for my neck as spoil ...
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Wanderings (7 Occurrences)
... It is suggested, however, that the ornaments of which the Hebrews spoiled the Egyptians
were presented, like the stuffs (Exodus 36:6) prepared for the curtains ...
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Buying (12 Occurrences)
... This the Arabs call suk, sookh (compare Matthew 20:3). Here the peasant is found
with his donkeys or camels laden with food-stuffs and country produce. ...
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Pieces (209 Occurrences)
... (WEB KJV JPS ASV WBS NAS RSV NIV). Judges 5:30 Are they not finding and dividing
the spoil? --A maiden or two for every man; spoil of dyed stuffs for Sis'era ...
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Linen (111 Occurrences)
... Priestly Garments: The robes of the Hebrew priests consisted of 4 linen garments,
in addition to which the high priest wore garments of other stuffs (Exodus 28 ...
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Traded (16 Occurrences)
... Ezekiel 27:24 these traded with thee in sumptuous clothes, in wrappings of blue
and broidered work, and in chests full of variegated stuffs, bound with cords ...
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