Thorns, Thistles, Briars, etc.
From Eco-Bible 1
These are notes for an incomplete "Concept" page.
- Information is being added as the Bible Pages are added. In the end, everything will be compiled, further information added (as necessary), broken links connected, etc.
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Parent topic: Plant Life.
These items came into existence when the earth was cursed because of human sin. This physiological change to the plants would be a reminder and picture of judgment - not only the judgment in Genesis 3, but also other judgments that would come in later years.
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- Because of Adam's sin... "... cursed is the ground for your sake. / Thorns also and thistles will it bring forth to you; ..." (Genesis 3:17-18).
- Thorns and thistles are a reminder of this judgment. They also symbolize the difficulties and trials that would be a part of life.
- The worthless vineyard (a parable about Israel): Isa 5:6 I will lay it a wasteland. It won't be pruned nor hoed, but it will grow briers and thorns..."
- Briars and thorns are a picture of the judgment (for sin) that would come upon the land.
- Isa 32:13 - "Thorns and briars will come up on my people's land; yes, on all the houses of joy in the joyous city."
- The judgment will have an effect on the environment, both in the country and in the city.
- The wicked in Judah will be judged. Their devastation will be complete (like burned to lime) and quick (like burning thorn bushes).
Unless otherwise noted, all notes and comments are © by Dennis Hinks.
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