Thematic Bible: Reed
Thematic Bible
Reed » Figurative » Of weakness
He will not break off a bent reed, And he will not put out a smoldering wick, Until he carries his judgment to success.
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But as they were going away, Jesus began to speak to the crowds about John. "What was it that you went out into the desert to look at? A reed swaying in the wind?
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Reed » Used as a measuring device (six cubits)
Then I was given a measuring rod like a staff, and I was told, "Rise and measure the temple of God and the altar, and count those who worship there,
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The angel who talked with me had a gold measuring rod, with which to measure the city and its gates and wall. The city was a square, its length the same as its breadth. He measured the city with his rod, and it was 12,000 furlongs. Its length, breadth, and height were the same.
Reed » A water plant
Reed » Jesus hit with
And they spat at him, and took the stick and struck him on the head.
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And they struck him on the head with a stick and spat at him, and they knelt down and did homage to him.
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Reed » Mockingly given to jesus as a symbol of royalty
and made a wreath of thorns and put it on his head, and they put a stick in his hand, and knelt down before him in mockery, saying, "Long live the king of the Jews!"
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