Strength
Summary
A divine attribute and title applied to the Lord, emphasizing His power as the source of Israel's security and might.
☩Strength as Divine Title
The term 'Strength of Israel' (Hebrew netsach yisra'el) appears as a divine title in Samuel's rebuke of Saul, emphasizing God's unchanging nature: 'The Strength of Israel will not lie nor repent.' The prophet Joel likewise calls the Lord 'a stronghold to the children of Israel.' This title highlights God as the source of power and refuge for His covenant people.
☩God as Source of Strength
Throughout Scripture, God is portrayed as the strength of His people. The Psalms repeatedly affirm this: 'The Lord is my strength and my shield.' Believers are called to be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might, recognizing that human strength is insufficient apart from divine empowerment.
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References
- 1.James Orr (ed.), "Strength, of Israel," in International Standard Bible Encyclopedia, vol. V (Howard-Severance Company, 1915).