WEST
West is commonly expressed in Hebrew by reference to the sea or to the setting of the sun. Figuratively, the distance between east and west represents the immeasurable removal of sin.
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Westward
Westward means toward the west, especially toward the Mediterranean Sea when used in descriptions of the land of Israel.
Whale
“Whale” is an English rendering of words that may mean a sea monster, large fish, or serpent. In Jonah the creature is called a great fish, while Jesus refers to the event using the Greek term for a large sea creature.
Wheat
Wheat was a principal cultivated grain of Palestine and the ancient Near East. It supplied flour and roasted grain, formed an important harvest, and appears in Scripture as a picture of fruitful believers and the righteous gathered by God.
Wheel
A wheel is a circular device used on vehicles, threshing instruments, windlasses, and potter’s equipment. Scripture also uses wheels and rolling or whirling movement in poetic and figurative descriptions.
WHELP
A whelp is a young animal, especially a lion’s cub. Scripture uses the image figuratively for powerful nations, rulers, and the strength or fierceness of a people.
WHIRLWIND
A whirlwind is a violent rotating storm or tempest, sometimes carrying water or desert sand. In Scripture it symbolizes God’s power, judgment, destruction, swiftness, and overwhelming presence.
White
White commonly symbolizes purity, cleansing, victory, and heavenly glory in Scripture. Christ appeared in brilliant white at the transfiguration, and the redeemed are described as clothed in white.
WICKEDNESS
Wickedness is persistent evil in thought, intention, and conduct, including injustice, deceit, pride, lust, and disregard for righteousness. Scripture presents it as sin arising from the heart and leading toward judgment.
Widow
A widow is a woman whose husband has died. Scripture repeatedly places widows under God’s special care and commands his people to protect, honor, and provide for them, including needy widows in the early church.
Widows
Widows were regarded as especially vulnerable and were to receive justice, kindness, and material support. Israel’s law provided access to gleanings and tithes, while the early church organized regular care for needy widows.
Wife
A wife is a married woman within the covenant of marriage. Scripture teaches duties of love, fidelity, respect, and mutual care between wives and husbands, while recognizing marriage as God’s ordinance from creation.
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