Bond

/BAHND/

Summary

An obligation or restraint, used both literally for chains and figuratively for moral duties and spiritual connections.

☩Types of Bonds

The term 'bond' in Scripture refers to various kinds of obligations and restraints. Literally, it refers to chains or fetters worn by prisoners. Figuratively, it describes moral obligations and spiritual relationships. The Holy Spirit's influence is called 'the bond of peace,' and Christian love is called 'the bond of perfectness' because it completes the Christian character.

Key verses:Numbers 30:2Ephesians 4:3Colossians 2:14Colossians 3:14

☩Theological Significance

In Colossians, Paul describes the written code that was against us as a 'bond' (handwritten document) that Christ cancelled by nailing it to the cross. This powerful metaphor illustrates how the debt of our transgressions has been permanently removed through Christ's death.

Key verses:Colossians 2:14

Related Verses44 mentions

Numbers· 9 verses

30:2 30:3 30:4 30:5 30:7

Acts· 6 verses

8:23 20:23 23:29 25:14 26:29

Colossians· 4 verses

3:11 3:14 4:3 4:18

Philippians· 4 verses

1:7 1:13 1:14 1:16

References

1.John McClintock and James Strong, "Bond," in Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature, vol. I (Harper & Brothers, 1867–1887).
2.James Orr (ed.), "Bond," in International Standard Bible Encyclopedia, vol. I (Howard-Severance Company, 1915).
3.James Hastings (ed.), "Bond," in Dictionary of the Apostolic Church, vol. I (T. & T. Clark, 1915–1918).