Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
As a servant earnestly desireth the shadow, and as an hireling looketh for the reward of his work:
Earnestly desireth
The shadow
Bible References
Earnestly desireth
Psalm 119:131
I opened my mouth, and panted: for I longed for your commandments.
Psalm 143:6
I stretch forth my hands unto you: my soul thirsts after you, as a thirsty land. Selah.
The shadow
Jeremiah 6:4
Prepare you war against her; arise, and let us go up at noon. Woe unto us! for the day goes away, for the shadows of the evening are lengthening.