In the context of the Bible, the concept of being "stung" can be understood both literally and metaphorically. The imagery of a sting is often associated with pain, suffering, and the consequences of sin. The Bible uses this imagery to convey spiritual truths and moral lessons.

Literal Stings

The Bible contains references to literal stings, particularly in the context of insects and animals. In the book of Revelation, locusts with the power to sting like scorpions are described as part of the apocalyptic visions given to John. Revelation 9:3-5 states, "And out of the smoke, locusts descended on the earth, and they were given power like that of the scorpions of the earth. They were told not to harm the grass of the earth or any plant or tree, but only those who did not have the seal of God on their foreheads. They were not given the power to kill them, but only to torment them for five months. And their torment was like the stinging of a scorpion."

This passage uses the imagery of a scorpion's sting to depict the intense suffering and torment that will befall those who are not protected by God's seal during the end times. The sting here symbolizes divine judgment and the consequences of rebellion against God.

Metaphorical Stings

The metaphorical use of "sting" in the Bible often relates to the consequences of sin and death. One of the most well-known passages is found in 1 Corinthians 15:55-56 , where the Apostle Paul writes, "Where, O death, is your victory? Where, O death, is your sting? The sting of death is sin, and the power of sin is the law."

In this passage, Paul speaks of the victory over death through Jesus Christ. The "sting of death" is identified as sin, which brings about spiritual death and separation from God. However, through Christ's resurrection, believers are promised victory over both sin and death. The sting, therefore, is rendered powerless for those who are in Christ, as they are granted eternal life.

Spiritual Implications

The concept of being stung serves as a powerful reminder of the spiritual realities faced by humanity. The sting of sin leads to death, but through repentance and faith in Jesus Christ, believers can overcome this sting. The Bible encourages believers to live in the light of this victory, avoiding the snares of sin and embracing the new life offered through Christ.

In the broader biblical narrative, the imagery of a sting underscores the seriousness of sin and the need for redemption. It calls believers to remain vigilant, to seek God's protection, and to rely on the saving work of Jesus Christ to overcome the spiritual stings that threaten their relationship with God.1. (imp. & p. p.) of Sting.

2. (v.) imp. & p. p. of Sting.

2660. katanusso -- to prick violently
... to prick violently. Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: katanusso Phonetic Spelling:
(kat-an-oos'-so) Short Definition: I am pierced, stung Definition: met: I ...
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We have Been Justly Provoked to Make this Answer, Being Stung by ...
... Book I. Section 2. We have been justly provoked to make this Answer, being
stung by Eunomius' accusations of our brother. If indeed ...
/.../gregory/gregory of nyssa dogmatic treatises etc/section 2 we have been.htm

John i. 11
... on equal terms through faith, and after faith received one of the circumcision in
nothing preferred to the Gentile, they came to envy and were stung by their ...
/.../homilies on the gospel of st john and hebrews/homily ix john i 11.htm

Of the Wound of Love.
... If a bee had stung a child, it were to poor purpose to say to him: Ah! my
child, the bee that stung you is the very same that makes ...
/.../francis/treatise on the love of god/chapter xiii of the wound.htm

Fun and Mischief. His Little Cousin and the "Gnats. " the Aurora ...
... He was badly stung, but we made it appear that we had gone down there to fight them,
which was a favorite pastime with us, and that he got too near the nest. ...
/.../chapter iv fun and mischief.htm

Regeneration by Faith. Of Repentance.
... have set down two forms of repentance, and, in order to distinguish them, have called
the one Legal repentance; or that by which the sinner, stung with a sense ...
/.../the institutes of the christian religion/chapter 3 regeneration by faith.htm

A Believer's Privilege at Death
... serpents and venomous creatures; such a day will the day of death be to a believer;
it will destroy all his sins, which, like so many serpents, have stung him. ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/watson/a body of divinity/2 a believers privilege at.htm

How Shall the Soul Make Use of Christ, as the Life, which is under ...
... should eye Christ, and because this eyeing of Christ is faith, and their disease
lieth most there, they should do as the Israelites did who were stung in the ...
/.../brown/christ the way the truth and the life/chapter xxiv how shall the.htm

Triumph Over Death and the Grave
... account, spirit. But death has a sting, though they perceive it not till
they feel it "till they are stung by it past recovery. But ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/newton/messiah vol 2/sermon xliv triumph over death.htm

John vii. 1, 2
... Moreover, if you are stung by insolence, you become insolent; and being stung,
compel men to think that what hath been said of you is true. ...
/.../homilies on the gospel of st john and hebrews/homily xlviii john vii 1.htm

Taking it for Granted.
... Everton sprang from his chair as if he had been stung. ... To be thrust out of his place
so unceremoniously"to be turned off for another, stung him deeply. ...
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Stung (1 Occurrence)
...Stung (1 Occurrence). Acts 2:37 Stung to the heart by these words, they said to
Peter and the rest of the Apostles, "Brethren, what are we to do?" (WEY). ...
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Sting (5 Occurrences)
... 7. (vt) To pierce or wound with a sting; as, bees will sting an animal that
irritates them; the nettles stung his hands. 8. (vt) To ...
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Zophar (4 Occurrences)
... He is the most impetuous and dogmatic of the three (compare Job 11:2, 3; Job
20:2, 3); stung to passionate response by Job's presumption in maintaining that ...
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Mordecai (52 Occurrences)
... Mordecai refused to bow down before him; and Haman, being stung to the quick by
the conduct of Mordecai, resolved to accomplish his death in a wholesale ...
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Stunk (1 Occurrence)

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Stumps (2 Occurrences)

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Pontius (4 Occurrences)
... am innocent of the blood of this just person." The mob, again scorning his scruples,
cried, "His blood be on us, and on our children." Pilate was stung to the ...
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Pilate (60 Occurrences)
... am innocent of the blood of this just person." The mob, again scorning his scruples,
cried, "His blood be on us, and on our children." Pilate was stung to the ...
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Ahab (85 Occurrences)
... Naboth declined the offer. Ahab, a Hebrew, knowing the laws of the land,
was stung by the refusal and went home greatly displeased. ...
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