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The concept of industry, particularly the necessity of early rising, is deeply rooted in biblical teachings and principles. The Bible often emphasizes diligence, hard work, and the wise use of time, which are all integral to the notion of industry. Early rising is seen as a practical expression of these virtues, allowing individuals to maximize their productivity and fulfill their God-given responsibilities.

Biblical Foundations

1. Proverbs 31:15 · The virtuous woman described in Proverbs 31 is a paragon of industriousness. "She rises while it is still night to provide food for her household and portions for her maidservants." This verse highlights the importance of early rising as a means to manage household affairs effectively and ensure the well-being of those under one's care.

2. Psalm 5:3 · The psalmist declares, "In the morning, O LORD, You hear my voice; at daybreak I lay my plea before You and wait in expectation." Early rising is associated with seeking God’s guidance and strength for the day ahead, setting a spiritual foundation for industrious activities.

3. Mark 1:35 · Jesus Himself exemplified the practice of early rising for prayer and preparation. "Very early in the morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up and went out to a solitary place, where He prayed." This demonstrates the importance of beginning the day with spiritual focus and dedication.

Practical Implications

The Bible encourages believers to be diligent and proactive in their daily lives. Early rising is a practical step towards achieving this diligence. It allows for uninterrupted time with God, planning, and preparation, which are essential for effective service and productivity.

1. Proverbs 6:9-11 · "How long will you lie there, O sluggard? When will you get up from your sleep? A little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to rest, and poverty will come upon you like a robber, and need like a bandit." This passage warns against the dangers of laziness and the consequences of neglecting industrious habits, such as early rising.

2. Ecclesiastes 11:6 · "Sow your seed in the morning, and do not rest your hands in the evening, for you do not know which will succeed, whether this or that, or if both will equally prosper." The encouragement to sow in the morning underscores the value of starting the day with purposeful activity.

Spiritual and Moral Dimensions

Early rising is not merely a matter of personal discipline but also reflects a commitment to stewardship and responsibility. It aligns with the biblical call to be faithful stewards of time and resources, recognizing that each day is a gift from God to be used wisely.

1. Ephesians 5:15-16 · "Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil." Early rising is a practical way to heed this admonition, ensuring that one is prepared to seize the opportunities God provides.

2. Proverbs 20:13 · "Do not love sleep, or you will grow poor; open your eyes, and you will have plenty of food." This proverb reinforces the idea that early rising and industriousness lead to provision and prosperity, both materially and spiritually.

In summary, the Bible presents early rising as a vital component of industry, encouraging believers to embrace this practice as a means of honoring God, serving others, and fulfilling their divine calling.

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Proverbs 31:15
She rises also while it is yet night, and gives meat to her household, and a portion to her maidens.
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The Alarum
... of retirement at night we find early rising difficult if ... awake, psalter and harp:
I myself will awake early.". ... keep up all the appearance of industry, and yet ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 17 1871/the alarum.htm

Home-Education.
... train them up to habits of exercise and early rising. ... His early home-impressions
glowed there with pristine ... will unfit their children for industry,"will make ...
/.../philips/the christian home/chapter xvi home-education.htm

Thanksgiving to God for the Pardon Granted to the Offenders ...
... take from the bee at once a lesson of neatness, industry, and social concord ... the
Jews, speaking thus: "I have sent my prophets, rising up early, and sending ...
/.../chrysostom/on the priesthood/homily xii thanksgiving to god.htm

Be not Conformed to this World. Romans 12:2.
... There she is, toiling and saving, rising up early and sitting ... You can support yourself
by your industry in some humbler calling, and let worldly men do all ...
/.../finney/lectures to professing christians/be not conformed to this.htm

The Necessity of Diligently Seeking the Saints' Rest.
... What rising early and sitting up late, and laboring from year to ... be saved without
so much ado?" How early do they ... and we say well;" but if our industry be not ...
/.../baxter/the saints everlasting rest/chapter vii the necessity of.htm

1875-1877. Mrs. Way's Sewing --Class for Jewesses --Bible Flower ...
... the day of rest, is at the Home of Industry one of ... The sun appeared rising from the
ocean, its golden rays shedding a ... "After going down to an early cup of tea ...
//christianbookshelf.org/lowe/gods answers/chapter vi 1875-1877 mrs ways.htm

The Fourth Commandment
... It is the day of Christ's rising from the grave, and ... The bee is the emblem of industry;
some of the bees ... Christ rose early on this day, before the sun was up. ...
/.../watson/the ten commandments/2 4 the fourth commandment.htm

Successful Methods of Public Speaking
... of precision go in curves, the arm rising from the ... of speech and self-confidence
to early practise in ... a great University, a center of industry, commerce, and ...
/.../successful methods of public speaking/successful methods of public speaking.htm

The Life.
... To those early school years we must also attribute his ... The patriarch's self-support
and industry were in like ... position of the bishop in not rising when the ...
/.../sozomen/the ecclesiastical history of sozomenus/part i the life.htm

The Dawn of Mind
... Gradually there appear the beginnings of industry and even of ... one is not the poverty
of the early Mind, but ... level the proof indicates a rising potentiality and ...
/.../drummond/the lowell lectures on the ascent of man/chapter iv the dawn of.htm