In biblical literature, the concept of "treading" is often associated with the imagery of walking, crushing, or pressing underfoot. This term is used both literally and metaphorically throughout the Scriptures, conveying themes of judgment, dominion, and divine action.

Old Testament Usage

1. Judgment and Wrath: One of the most vivid uses of "treading" in the Old Testament is in the context of divine judgment. The imagery of God treading the winepress is a powerful metaphor for His wrath against sin. In Isaiah 63:3, the prophet describes the Lord's judgment: "I have trodden the winepress alone, and from the peoples no one was with Me. I trampled them in My anger and trod them down in My wrath; their blood spattered My garments, and I stained all My clothing."

2. Dominion and Victory: Treading also symbolizes dominion and victory over enemies. In Deuteronomy 11:24, God promises the Israelites, "Every place where the sole of your foot treads will be yours." This promise signifies the Israelites' conquest and possession of the Promised Land, emphasizing God's faithfulness and the fulfillment of His covenant promises.

3. Harvest and Provision: The act of treading is associated with the process of harvesting, particularly in the context of threshing floors and winepresses. In Micah 4:13, the prophet speaks of Israel's future victory: "Rise and thresh, O daughter of Zion, for I will make your horn iron and your hooves bronze, that you may pulverize many peoples." Here, treading is linked to the abundance and provision that come from God's blessing.

New Testament Usage

1. Divine Judgment: The New Testament continues the theme of treading as a symbol of divine judgment. In Revelation 19:15, the imagery of Christ's return includes treading the winepress of God's wrath: "From His mouth proceeds a sharp sword with which to strike down the nations, and He will rule them with an iron scepter. He treads the winepress of the fury of the wrath of God the Almighty."

2. Spiritual Authority: Jesus uses the concept of treading to convey spiritual authority given to His followers. In Luke 10:19, He tells the disciples, "Behold, I have given you authority to tread on snakes and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy; nothing will harm you." This promise underscores the victory believers have over spiritual adversaries through Christ.

Theological Implications

The imagery of treading in the Bible serves as a powerful reminder of God's sovereignty and justice. It illustrates His ultimate authority over creation and His righteous judgment against sin. For believers, the concept of treading also signifies the victory and authority granted through faith in Christ, empowering them to overcome spiritual challenges and adversaries. The recurring theme of treading in both the Old and New Testaments highlights the continuity of God's redemptive plan and His unwavering commitment to His people.3961. pateo -- to tread or tread on
... Word Origin from patos (trodden) Definition to tread or tread on NASB Word Usage
trampled under (1), tread (1), tread under foot (1), treads (1), trodden (1). ...
//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/3961.htm - 6k1869. darak -- to tread, march
... 2), march (1), set foot (2), shot (1), stamped firm (1), trampled (1), tramples
(2), tramples down (1), tread (8), treader (1), treader treads (1), treading (1 ...
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7429. ramas -- to trample
... trample my down (1), trample down (1), trampled (7), trampled them down (1), tramples
down (1), trampling (1), tread (1), tread down (1), treads (1), trodden (1 ...
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Of the Sparkling Stone, and of the New Name Written in the Book of ...
... receiveth it. This stone is called a pebble, [79] for it is so small that
it does not hurt when one treads on it. This stone is ...
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The Only Path to Light. October 20.
... may come to him the vision, dim, perhaps, and fitting ill into clumsy words, but
clearer, surer, nearer to him than the ground on which he treads, or than the ...
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But that the Honour which we Pay to the Son of God...
... and hath done despite unto the Spirit of grace?" [4859] For if he who transgresses
the law dishonours God by his transgression, and he who treads under foot ...
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The Sweet Uses of Adversity
... But see what that worm can do. It is trodden under foot, and yet it destroys the
heel that treads upon it. ... "It treads on the world and on hell; ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 5 1859/the sweet uses of adversity.htm

On the Words of the Gospel, Mark xiii. 32, "But of that Day or ...
... thee." And thou criest, "Have mercy upon me, O Lord, for man hath trodden me down."
If thou say the truth, and mark thyself well, one dead "treads thee down ...
/.../sermons on selected lessons of the new testament/sermon xlvii on the words.htm

High Doctrine
... works of God, while the other thrusts its sacrilegious hand into the internal works
of his grace, plucks the brightest jewel from his crown, and treads it in ...
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A Lecture for Little-Faith
... Come what may, his arm is always sufficient for him; he treads down his enemy, and
his cry every day is like the shout of Deborah, "Oh my soul, thou hast ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 4 1858/a lecture for little-faith.htm

Forward
... which has been distilled from experience, and form at least a track through this
fenced portion of God's Word, which will lead many an one who treads it into ...
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Testimonies to the Unity of God.
... Upon His throne; and underneath His feet. He treads the earth, and stretches
His right hand. To all the ends of ocean, and around. ...
/.../justin on the sole government of god /chapter ii testimonies to the unity.htm

Sermon xxvii.
... relentless persecution. Here the man of ambition and dark intrigue, circumvents
and treads down his more honest rivals. Here Providence ...
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Treads (19 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Treads (19 Occurrences). ... He treads the winepress of the
fierceness of the wrath of God, the Almighty. (WEB DBY NAS NIV). ...
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Muzzle (4 Occurrences)
... 1 Corinthians 9:9 For it is written in the law of Moses, "You shall not muzzle an
ox while it treads out the grain." Is it for the oxen that God cares, (WEB ...
/m/muzzle.htm - 9k

Onward (25 Occurrences)
... Go, you swift messengers, to a nation tall and smooth, to a people awesome from
their beginning onward, a nation that measures out and treads down, whose land ...
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Tramples (7 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Tramples (7 Occurrences). Job 9:8 He alone stretches
out the heavens, and treads on the waves of the sea. (See NAS). ...
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Tall (41 Occurrences)
... Go, you swift messengers, to a nation tall and smooth, to a people awesome from
their beginning onward, a nation that measures out and treads down, whose land ...
/t/tall.htm - 19k

Ox (197 Occurrences)
... 1 Corinthians 9:9 For it is written in the law of Moses, "You shall not muzzle an
ox while it treads out the grain." Is it for the oxen that God cares, (WEB ...
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Threshing (57 Occurrences)
... 1 Corinthians 9:9 For it is written in the law of Moses, "You shall not muzzle an
ox while it treads out the grain." Is it for the oxen that God cares, (See NAS ...
/t/threshing.htm - 28k

Awesome (47 Occurrences)
... Go, you swift messengers, to a nation tall and smooth, to a people awesome from
their beginning onward, a nation that measures out and treads down, whose land ...
/a/awesome.htm - 20k

Rivers (81 Occurrences)
... Go, you swift messengers, to a nation tall and smooth, to a people awesome from
their beginning onward, a nation that measures out and treads down, whose land ...
/r/rivers.htm - 32k

Treason (6 Occurrences)

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