Topical Encyclopedia Mountains hold a significant place in the biblical narrative, often symbolizing strength, stability, and the majesty of God's creation. Throughout Scripture, mountains are depicted as places of divine revelation, refuge, and worship. They are also a testament to God's creative power, as He is described as the one who formed them.Creation and Formation The Bible affirms that God is the creator of the mountains, highlighting His sovereignty and power over all creation. In Psalm 90:2 , it is written, "Before the mountains were born or You brought forth the earth and the world, from everlasting to everlasting You are God." This verse emphasizes God's eternal nature and His role as the originator of the mountains. In Psalm 95:4-5 , the psalmist declares, "In His hand are the depths of the earth, and the mountain peaks belong to Him. The sea is His, for He made it, and His hands formed the dry land." Here, the mountains are portrayed as part of God's handiwork, belonging to Him and crafted by His hands. Symbolism and Significance Mountains often serve as symbols of God's strength and permanence. In Isaiah 54:10 , God reassures His people, saying, "Though the mountains may be removed and the hills may be shaken, My loving devotion will not depart from you, and My covenant of peace will not be broken, says the LORD, who has compassion on you." This passage uses the imagery of mountains to convey the enduring nature of God's love and promises. Mountains are also depicted as places where God reveals Himself to His people. In Exodus 19:20 , God descends upon Mount Sinai to give the Law to Moses: "The LORD descended to the top of Mount Sinai and called Moses to the summit. So Moses went up." This event underscores the mountain as a sacred space where divine-human encounters occur. Worship and Refuge Throughout the Bible, mountains are associated with worship and refuge. In Psalm 121:1-2 , the psalmist looks to the mountains for help, recognizing that true help comes from the Creator: "I lift up my eyes to the hills. From where does my help come? My help comes from the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth." Mountains also serve as places of refuge and safety. In Psalm 125:2 , the security of God's people is likened to the stability of mountains: "As the mountains surround Jerusalem, so the LORD surrounds His people, both now and forevermore." This imagery conveys the protective presence of God, akin to the steadfastness of the mountains. Prophetic Imagery In prophetic literature, mountains often symbolize the establishment of God's kingdom and His ultimate authority. Isaiah 2:2 prophesies, "In the last days, the mountain of the house of the LORD will be established as the chief of the mountains; it will be raised above the hills, and all nations will stream to it." This vision portrays the exaltation of God's rule and the gathering of nations to His presence. In summary, mountains in the Bible are a powerful testament to God's creative authority, a symbol of His strength and permanence, and a place of divine encounter and refuge. They reflect the majesty of the Creator and His enduring relationship with His creation. Torrey's Topical Textbook Amos 4:13For, see, he that forms the mountains, and creates the wind, and declares to man what is his thought, that makes the morning darkness, and treads on the high places of the earth, The LORD, The God of hosts, is his name. Torrey's Topical Textbook Library That one God Formed all Things in the World, by Means of the Word ... God's Purpose for his Church Concerning the Waters. Psalm XC. Demonstration xvii. --Of Christ the Son of God. Thanksgiving to God for Deliverance from the Evils Expected Owing ... The Panoply of God Salvation Published from the Mountains Power, Wisdom and Goodness of God. The Eternity and Unchangeableness of God. 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