Thematic Bible: Reed
Thematic Bible
Reed » Figurative » Of weakness
He will not [even] break a wilted stalk or put out a smoldering [lamp] wick until He exercises judgment [upon mankind through the Gospel] in order to bring about victory [i.e., in people's lives].
Verse Concepts
As the messengers [sent by John. See Luke 7:27] went on their way, Jesus began to talk to the crowds about John. [He said], "What did you expect to see when you went out into the desert? A tall stem swaying in the wind?
Verse Concepts
Reed » Used as a measuring device (six cubits)
Then there was given to me a measuring stick that looked like a [tree] branch. I was told [Note: Neither the giver nor the speaker are identified], "Get up and measure the Temple of God, and the Altar and [count] those who worship there,
Verse Concepts
And the angel who spoke to me [See verse 9] had a golden measuring stick with which to measure the city, its gates and its wall. Now the city is laid out as a perfect square; its length is the same as its width. So, he measured the city with the stick [and found it to be] fifteen hundred miles each way; its length and width and height all being the same.
Reed » A water plant
Reed » Jesus hit with
And they spat on Him and took the stick and beat Him on the head with it.
Verse Concepts
They beat His head with a stick, spat on Him, knelt down before Him and [mockingly] worshiped Him.
Verse Concepts
Reed » Mockingly given to jesus as a symbol of royalty
Then they made a wreath out of thorns and placed it on His head and put a stick in His right hand. They knelt down in front of Him and mocked Him, saying, "Hey, king of the Jews!"
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