The term "unloaded" is not directly found in the Bible; however, the concept of unloading or relieving burdens is a recurring theme throughout Scripture. This idea is often associated with the spiritual and emotional relief that comes from casting one's burdens upon the Lord, trusting in His provision and care.

Biblical Context

1. Casting Burdens on the Lord: One of the most direct references to the concept of unloading burdens is found in Psalm 55:22: "Cast your burden upon the LORD and He will sustain you; He will never let the righteous be shaken." . This verse encourages believers to entrust their worries and cares to God, who is faithful to support and uphold them.

2. Jesus' Invitation to Rest: In the New Testament, Jesus extends an invitation to those who are weary and burdened. In Matthew 11:28-30, He says, "Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy and My burden is light." . Here, Jesus offers spiritual rest and relief from the heavy loads of life, inviting believers to exchange their burdens for His light yoke.

3. Bearing One Another's Burdens: The Apostle Paul, in Galatians 6:2, instructs the church to "Carry one another’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ." . This passage highlights the communal aspect of unloading burdens, where believers are called to support each other, reflecting the love and compassion of Christ.

4. Freedom from the Burden of Sin: The concept of being unloaded can also be understood in the context of sin and guilt. Romans 8:1-2 states, "Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. For in Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit of life set you free from the law of sin and death." . Through Christ's sacrifice, believers are relieved from the burden of sin, experiencing freedom and new life.

Theological Implications

The act of unloading burdens onto the Lord is a demonstration of faith and trust in His sovereignty and goodness. It acknowledges human limitations and the need for divine intervention. This practice is not only a personal spiritual discipline but also a communal responsibility, as believers are called to support one another in love.

Practical Application

In practical terms, unloading one's burdens involves prayer, meditation on Scripture, and fellowship with other believers. It requires humility and a willingness to surrender control, allowing God to work in and through life's challenges. By doing so, believers experience peace and rest, assured of God's constant presence and care.6605a. pathach -- to open
... wide (1), opens (4), release (1), set him free (1), set free (2), spread (1), takes
it off (1), turn (1), undone (1), unguarded (1), unloaded (1), unstopped (1 ...
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What Say You, O Men, who Assign to Yourselves Too Much of an ...
... to plough and grind; a horse, to submit to the yoke, and obey the reins in running;
[3572] a camel, to kneel down when being either loaded or unloaded; a dove ...
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The Fifth Day in Passion-Week - Make Ready the Passover!'
... for want of better, by hostelry,' or hall' - katluma - the place in the house where,
as in an open Khan, the beasts of burden were unloaded, shoes and staff ...
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The Second Series of Parables - the Two Parables of Him who is ...
... The sum of it is, that, except to avert hostility, a burden is only to be unloaded,
if the beast that lieth under it belongeth to an Israelite, not if it ...
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Paul's Last Journey to Jerusalem
... shore of Asia Minor, where, "finding a ship sailing over unto Phoenicia," they
"went aboard, and set forth." At Tyre, where the ship was unloaded, they found a ...
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Some Scriptures for Daily Practise.
... next meal. But while he was troubling himself and bearing his load, a man
drove up and unloaded a barrel of flour at the door. All ...
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In Jerusalem when Herod Reigned
... [566] Besides, every caravansary, or khan (qatlis, atlis, katlusis), was a sort
of mart, where goods were unloaded, and especially cattle set out [567] for sale ...
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The Purification of Mary
... Anna's eldest daughter, Mary Heli, was there on a visit. The donkey was
unloaded, for Mary meant to stay here for some time. All ...
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Travelling in Palestine --Roads, Inns, Hospitality, Custom-House ...
... Every bale had to be unloaded, and all its contents tumbled about and searched;
even letters were opened; and it must have taken more than Eastern patience to ...
/.../sketches of jewish social life/chapter 4 travelling in palestineroads.htm

The Journey of the Three Holy Kings to Bethlehem
... When they arrived at the halting-place they dismounted, unloaded the beasts completely
and watered them at the spring, which was surrounded by a little rampart ...
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The Presentation of the Blessed virgin in the Temple
... washed their hands and faces. Joachim's pack-donkey was unloaded and led
by the manservant to the stable. Joachim, who had given ...
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Unloaded (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Unloaded (1 Occurrence). Genesis 24:32 The man
came into the house, and he unloaded the camels. He gave ...
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Unlocked (1 Occurrence)

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Unload (1 Occurrence)

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Inn (7 Occurrences)
... originally, as very often at the present day, only a convenient level bit of ground
near some spring, where baggage might be unloaded, animals watered and ...
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Fodder (9 Occurrences)
... room to lodge in." (See NIV). Genesis 24:32 The man came into the house,
and he unloaded the camels. He gave straw and provender for ...
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Provender (10 Occurrences)
... JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT RSV). Genesis 24:32 The man came into the house, and
he unloaded the camels. He gave straw and provender for ...
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Camels (52 Occurrences)
... DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). Genesis 24:32 The man came into the house, and
he unloaded the camels. He gave straw and provender for ...
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Straw (21 Occurrences)
... DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). Genesis 24:32 The man came into the house, and
he unloaded the camels. He gave straw and provender for ...
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Wash (105 Occurrences)
... DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). Genesis 24:32 The man came into the house, and
he unloaded the camels. He gave straw and provender for ...
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