Topical Encyclopedia In biblical literature, the concept of "hands" often symbolizes human action, power, and responsibility. The hands are frequently mentioned in the context of both righteous deeds and wicked actions. The recompense for the work of the wicked hands is a recurring theme throughout Scripture, emphasizing divine justice and the moral order established by God.Biblical References: 1. Psalm 28:4 : "Repay them according to their deeds and for their works of evil; repay them for what their hands have done; bring back on them what they deserve." This verse underscores the principle of divine retribution, where the wicked are recompensed according to the evil works of their hands. It reflects the belief that God is just and will ensure that those who commit iniquity will face consequences. 2. Proverbs 12:14 : "By fruitful speech a man is filled with good things, and the work of his hands returns to him." While this verse highlights the positive return for good deeds, it implicitly contrasts with the fate of the wicked, whose evil actions will likewise return to them, albeit with negative consequences. 3. Isaiah 59:6 : "Their cobwebs cannot be made into clothing, and they cannot cover themselves with their works. Their deeds are sinful deeds, and acts of violence are in their hands." Here, the prophet Isaiah describes the futility and inherent destructiveness of the wicked's actions. The imagery of cobwebs suggests that their works are fragile and ultimately useless, unable to protect or justify them. 4. Jeremiah 25:14 : "For many nations and great kings will enslave them, and I will repay them according to their deeds and the work of their own hands." This passage speaks to the broader scope of divine justice, where entire nations are held accountable for their collective wickedness. The recompense is portrayed as inevitable and proportionate to their actions. 5. Ezekiel 22:31 : "So I have poured out My indignation upon them and consumed them with the fire of My fury. I have brought their ways down upon their own heads, declares the Lord GOD." The prophet Ezekiel conveys the certainty of divine judgment against those who persist in wickedness. The imagery of fire and fury illustrates the severity of God's response to the evil wrought by human hands. Theological Implications: The recompense for the work of wicked hands is a testament to the moral order that God has established in the world. It serves as a warning to those who engage in evil, reminding them that their actions have consequences. This theme also reassures the faithful that justice will ultimately prevail, as God will not allow wickedness to go unpunished. The biblical narrative consistently affirms that while human hands can be instruments of sin and destruction, they are also capable of righteousness and blessing. The choice between these paths is a central aspect of human responsibility and accountability before God. Torrey's Topical Textbook Psalm 28:4Give them according to their deeds, and according to the wickedness of their endeavors: give them after the work of their hands; render to them their desert. Torrey's Topical Textbook Proverbs 12:14 Isaiah 3:11 Library Work The Cords of Sin The Judgment. The End Of Temptations Thou Shalt Honor Thy Father and Thy Mother. The Great Misery of those who Lose the Saints' Rest. A Sermon on Isaiah xxvi. By John Knox. The Acts of Philip. On the Righteousness and Efficacy of the Providence of God ... Resources Should we raise our hands/clap our hands during worship? | GotQuestions.orgLaying on of hands - what does the Bible say? | GotQuestions.org Why did Jesus say, “Into your hands I commit my spirit,” on the cross? | GotQuestions.org Hands: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics The Hands of the Wicked, Described as Bloody The Hands of the Wicked, Described as Ensnaring to Themselves The Hands of the Wicked, Described as Mischievous The Hands of the Wicked, Described as Slothful The Hands of the Wicked, Described as Violent The Hands were Lifted up in Blessing The Hands were Lifted up in Praise The Hands were Lifted up in Prayer The Hands were Lifted up in Taking an Oath The Hands were Washed in Token of Innocency The Hands were Washed: After Touching an Unclean Person The Hands were Washed: Before Eating The Hands: (Cutting off) of Extreme Self-Denial The Hands: (Lifted up Against Another) of Rebellion The Hands: (Opened) Liberality The Hands: (Shut) Illiberality The Hands: Clapped Together in Joy The Hands: Criminals often: Bound By The Hands: Criminals often: Deprived of The Hands: Criminals often: Hung By The Hands: Criminals often: Mutilated In The Hands: Custom of Domestics Pouring Water Upon, Alluded To The Hands: Distinguished as The Left The Hands: Distinguished as The Right The Hands: Imposition of, a First Principle of the Doctrine of Christ The Hands: Imposition of, Used in Blessing The Hands: Imposition of, Used in Conferring Civil Power The Hands: Imposition of, Used in Imparting the Gifts of the Holy Spirit The Hands: Imposition of, Used in Ordaining Ministers The Hands: Imposition of, Used in Setting Apart the Levites The Hands: Imposition of, Used in Transferring Guilt of Sacrifices The Hands: Kissed in Idolatrous Worship The Hands: Many Alike Expert With Both The Hands: Many had More Command of the Left The Hands: Necessary Members of the Body The Hands: Often Spread out in Prayer The Hands: Operations of, Mentioned: Feeling The Hands: Operations of, Mentioned: Holding The Hands: Operations of, Mentioned: Making Signs The Hands: Operations of, Mentioned: Striking The Hands: Operations of, Mentioned: Taking The Hands: Operations of, Mentioned: Working The Hands: Operations of, Mentioned: Writing The Hands: Parts of, Mentioned: The Fingers The Hands: Parts of, Mentioned: The Palm The Hands: Parts of, Mentioned: The Thumb The Hands: Placed Under the Thigh of a Person to Whom an Oath Was Made The Hands: Right Hand of Strength and Power The Hands: Right Hand: (Full of Bribes) of Corruption The Hands: Right Hand: (Full of Falsehood) of Deceitfulness The Hands: Right Hand: (Holding By) of Support The Hands: Right Hand: (Standing At) Protection The Hands: Right Hand: (Withdrawn) Support Withheld The Hands: Saints Blessed in the Work of The Hands: Servants Directed by Movements of The Hands: should be Employed in Acts of Benevolence The Hands: should be Employed in God's Service The Hands: should be Employed: Industriously The Hands: Smitten Together in Extreme Anger The Hands: Stretched out in Derision The Hands: Suretiship Entered Into by Striking The Hands: The Jews Carried a Staff In, when Walking The Hands: The Right Hand of Healed Leper Touched With Blood of his Sacrifice The Hands: The Right Hand of Healed Leper Touched With Oil The Hands: The Right Hand of Priests Touched With Blood of Consecration-Ram The Hands: The Right Hand used in Embracing The Hands: The Right Hand: Given in Token of Friendship The Hands: The Right Hand: Place of Honor The Hands: The Right Hand: Place of Power The Hands: The Right Hand: Signet Worn On The Hands: The Right Hand: Sworn By The Hands: The Right Hand: The Accuser Stood At, of the Accused The Hands: The Wicked Recompensed for the Work of The Hands: Treaties Made by Joining Related Terms The-not-beloved (1 Occurrence) Kir'iath-je'arim (18 Occurrences) Kirjathjearim (17 Occurrences) Vine-dressers (18 Occurrences) Kirjath-jearim (17 Occurrences) Kibroth-hattaavah (5 Occurrences) |
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