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QUESTION

Other • Both
A question may be a difficult problem, riddle, inquiry, or dispute. Biblical usage includes asking for information, presenting a legal charge, and engaging in argumentative debate.

Quicksands

Places & Geography • New Testament
Quicksands refers to the dangerous Syrtis, a shallow and shifting region of the North African sea. Paul’s shipmates feared being driven onto it during their voyage to Rome.

Quicksands, The

Places & Geography • New Testament
The Quicksands, more accurately the Syrtis, were dangerous sandbanks or shoals in the broad inlets of the North African coast. Sailors feared being carried into them by wind and waves.

QUIET

Christian Life • Both
Quiet may describe freedom from disturbance, a gentle and meek spirit, or a peaceful life without meddling. Christians are urged to live quietly and conduct themselves with calmness and dignity.

QUIT

Christian Life • Both
To be quit means to be released from responsibility or guilt. The phrase “quit yourselves” means to conduct yourselves bravely or faithfully, especially in the New Testament exhortation to stand firm.

Quiver

Objects & Symbols • Both
A quiver was a case or sheath for carrying arrows, used by warriors, hunters, and archers. Scripture also uses the quiver figuratively for children or for prophetic messages likened to arrows.

Quotations

Scripture • Both
Quotations are words cited from another passage or source. The New Testament frequently quotes or alludes to the Old Testament, often using the Greek translation, while applying its promises and teaching to Christ and the gospel.

QUOTATIONS IN THE NEW TESTAMENT

Scripture • New Testament
Quotations in the New Testament include roughly three hundred direct citations from the Old Testament. They show the unity of God’s redemptive plan, the authority of the Old Testament, and its fulfillment and fuller meaning in Christ.
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