Topical Encyclopedia In the context of the Bible, "assemblies" refer to gatherings of people for religious, communal, or social purposes. These assemblies are significant throughout both the Old and New Testaments, serving as a means for worship, instruction, and community building among the people of God.Old Testament Assemblies In the Old Testament, assemblies often refer to the gathering of the Israelites for worship, instruction, or decision-making. One of the earliest mentions of an assembly is found in Exodus 12:6, where the Israelites are instructed to gather for the Passover: "You must keep it until the fourteenth day of the month, when the whole assembly of the congregation of Israel will slaughter the animals at twilight." The assembly of the Israelites at Mount Sinai is another pivotal moment, where God gives the Ten Commandments. In Deuteronomy 9:10, Moses recounts, "And the LORD gave me the two tablets of stone inscribed by the finger of God, and on them were all the words that the LORD had spoken to you on the mountain out of the fire on the day of the assembly." Assemblies were also convened for national repentance and renewal of the covenant, as seen in the reforms of King Josiah (2 Kings 23:1-3) and the reading of the Law by Ezra (Nehemiah 8:1-8). New Testament Assemblies In the New Testament, assemblies take on a new dimension with the establishment of the early Christian church. The Greek word "ekklesia," often translated as "church," literally means "assembly" or "gathering." This term is used to describe both the local gatherings of believers and the universal body of Christ. The early church is depicted as meeting regularly for worship, teaching, fellowship, and prayer. Acts 2:42-47 provides a snapshot of these gatherings: "They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer... Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts." The apostle Paul addresses the conduct and order of assemblies in his epistles, emphasizing the importance of edification, love, and orderly worship (1 Corinthians 14:26-40). He also highlights the significance of assembling together for mutual encouragement and growth in faith, as seen in Hebrews 10:24-25: "And let us consider how to spur one another on to love and good deeds. Let us not neglect meeting together, as some have made a habit, but let us encourage one another, and all the more as you see the Day approaching." Theological Significance Assemblies in the biblical context underscore the communal nature of faith and the importance of gathering for worship, instruction, and mutual support. They reflect the covenant relationship between God and His people, where the community comes together to honor God, learn His ways, and support one another in their spiritual journey. Throughout Scripture, assemblies serve as a reminder of the collective identity of God's people and their shared mission to live out their faith in the world. Whether in the solemn gatherings of ancient Israel or the vibrant meetings of the early church, assemblies are a vital expression of the life and faith of the community of believers. Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (n.) Plural of Assembly.International Standard Bible Encyclopedia ASSEMBLIES, MASTERS OFa-sem'-bliz, (ba`ale 'acuppoth, Ecclesiastes 12:11): the American Revised Version, margin "collectors of sentences," thus Qimchi, Grotius and others. This has been variously interpreted. Tyler translates "editors of collections." Klienert renders "protectors of the treasure-chambers," 'acuppoth being considered equivalent to the 'acuppim of 1 Chronicles 26:15, 17 Nehemiah 12:25 (see ASUPPIM). The proverbs are like nails guarding the sacred storehouse, the book closing with this warning against touching the collection (compare Revelation 22:18, 19). Delitzsch translates "like fastened nails which are put together in collections." "As ba`ale berith (Genesis 14:13) signifies `the confederates,' ba`ale shebhu`ah (Nehemiah 6:18) `the sworn,' and the frequently occurring ba`ale ha-`ir `the citizens': so ba`ale 'acuppoth means, the possessors of assemblies and of the assembled themselves, or the possessors of collections and of things collected. Thus ba`ale 'acuppoth will be a designation of the `words of the wise' (as in shalishim, "choice men" = choice proverbs, Proverbs 22:20, in a certain measure personified), as of those which form or constitute collections and which stand together in order and rank" ("Eccl," English translation, 434). Strong's Hebrew 4744. miqra -- a convocation, convoking, reading... Word Origin from qara Definition a convocation, convoking, reading NASB Word Usage assemblies (2), assembly (2), convocation (14), convocations (3), reading (1 ... /hebrew/4744.htm - 6k 6116. atsarah -- an assembly 4150. moed -- appointed time, place, or meeting 4722. Maqheloth -- "place of assembly," a place in the desert Library The Promises to the Seven Assemblies. The Seven Assemblies as a Whole (I. 11). Our Scriptures were Publicly Read and Expounded in the Religious ... We Ought to Detest These Heathen Meetings and Assemblies... The Arians and the Supporters of the Homoousion' Hold Nocturnal ... If any one Shall, from a Presumptuous Disposition, Condemn and ... If any one Shall Teach that the House of God and the Assemblies ... If any one Shall Hold Private Assemblies Outside of the Church... The Emperor Orders a Convention Composed of all the Various Sects. ... How Impious, Indeed, is the Assertion of this Man... Thesaurus Assemblies (48 Occurrences)... (n.) Plural of Assembly. Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. ASSEMBLIES, MASTERS OF. ... SF Hunter. Multi-Version Concordance Assemblies (48 Occurrences). ... /a/assemblies.htm - 22k Overcoming (14 Occurrences) Overcomes (21 Occurrences) Conquers (9 Occurrences) Seven (404 Occurrences) Nail (9 Occurrences) Lampstands (10 Occurrences) Lamp-stands (5 Occurrences) Lamps (45 Occurrences) Greet (46 Occurrences) Resources What is the Assemblies of God Church, and what do they believe? | GotQuestions.orgWhat is the United Pentecostal Church? | GotQuestions.org What is a solemn assembly in the Bible? | GotQuestions.org Assemblies: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Assemblies (48 Occurrences)Acts 9:31 Acts 15:41 Acts 16:5 Romans 16:4 Romans 16:16 1 Corinthians 7:17 1 Corinthians 11:16 1 Corinthians 14:33 1 Corinthians 14:34 1 Corinthians 16:1 1 Corinthians 16:19 2 Corinthians 8:1 2 Corinthians 8:18 2 Corinthians 8:19 2 Corinthians 8:23 2 Corinthians 8:24 2 Corinthians 11:8 2 Corinthians 11:28 2 Corinthians 12:13 Galatians 1:2 Galatians 1:22 1 Thessalonians 2:14 2 Thessalonians 1:4 Revelation 1:4 Revelation 1:11 Revelation 1:20 Revelation 2:7 Revelation 2:11 Revelation 2:17 Revelation 2:23 Revelation 2:29 Revelation 3:6 Revelation 3:13 Revelation 3:22 Revelation 22:16 Leviticus 23:2 Leviticus 23:4 Leviticus 23:37 Psalms 68:26 Psalms 86:14 Ecclesiastes 12:11 Isaiah 1:13 Isaiah 4:5 Ezekiel 38:7 Ezekiel 44:24 Hosea 2:11 Amos 5:21 Zephaniah 3:18 Subtopics Related Terms |
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