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Dictionary of Bible Themes – 7314 blood
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Dictionary of Bible Themes
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7314 blood
7314 blood
- 7315 blood, as basis of life
- 7316 blood, and OT sacrifices
- 7317 blood, of Jesus Christ
- 7318 blood, as symbol of guilt
7314 blood
The symbol of life, which thus plays an especially important role in the sacrificial system of the OT. The shedding of the blood of a sacrificial animal represents the giving up of its life. The “blood of Christ” refers to Jesus Christ’s obedient giving of his life, in order to achieve redemption and forgiveness.
Dictionary of Bible Themes Scripture index copyright Martin H. Manser, 2009. As Editor, Martin Manser wishes to thank all those who compiled or edited the NIV Thematic Study Bible, on which this work is based.
