19 occurrences in 12 translations

'Sought' in the Bible

The Lord has looked down from heaven upon the children of menTo see if there are any who understand (act wisely),Who [truly] seek after God, [longing for His wisdom and guidance].

Verse ConceptsSeeking GodGod Seeing All PeopleNot Seeking GodGod Acts From Heaven

Lord, I called to You;I sought favor from my Lord:

Verse ConceptsI Praysupplication

Yet he passed away, and, lo, he was not: yea, I sought him, but he could not be found.

Verse ConceptsColors, GreenPeople Passing AwaySeeking But Not Finding People

The LORD helps and delivers them; he will deliver them from the wicked, and he will save them because they have sought refuge in him. A Davidic Psalm: As a Reminder.

Verse ConceptsGod Saving From EnemiesGod's ProtectionProtection From EnemiesHelping Those In Needshelterhelphelping

God has looked down from heaven upon the children of menTo see if there is anyone who understands,Who seeks after God [who requires Him, who longs for Him as essential to life].

Verse ConceptsGod Seeing All PeopleNot Seeking GodGod Acts From HeavenFinding LoveGoing To HeavenWorshiping TogetherChild Of GodRacehumanityseeking

For the arrogant have arisen against me; oppressors have sought to take my life. They do not keep God in mind! Interlude

Verse ConceptsSuffering, Causes OfSuffering, Nature OfAttempting To Kill MePsalm Interjections

When he slew them, then they sought him: and they returned and inquired early after God.

Verse ConceptsDeathbedsAfflictions, Benefits OfGod KillingGod Killed His People

O God, the proud are risen against me, and the assemblies of violent men have sought after my soul; and have not set thee before them.

Verse ConceptsCruelty, examples ofenemies, of believersPride, Results OfArrogance, Characterizes The WickedAttempting To Kill MeIn Front

And wander continually do his sons, Yea, they have begged, And have sought out of their dry places.

Verse ConceptsBeggingDestitutesBeggarsRestlessness

I have sought Your favor with all my heart;be gracious to me according to Your promise.

Verse ConceptsFace Of GodImportunity, Towards GodPrayer, Offered WithWhole Heartedness

Bible Theasaurus

Assay (3 instances)
Attempt (41 instances)
Search (210 instances)
Sought (223 instances)

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