Thematic Bible: Respect exhibited by falling at


Thematic Bible



One of the synagogue officials named Jairus came up; and seeing Him, fell at His feet

Kneeling at his feet she said, “My lord, let the blame and guilt be on me alone. And please let your maidservant speak to you, and listen to the words of your maidservant.

She came and fell at his feet, bowing herself to the ground [in respect and gratitude]. Then she picked up her son and left.

Then Esther spoke again to the king and fell down at his feet and wept and implored him to avert the evil plot of Haman the Agagite and his plan which he had devised against the Jews [because the decree to annihilate the Jews was still in effect].

When Peter arrived, Cornelius met him, and fell down at his feet and worshiped him.